2026 Tianshan Tourism Train Ticket Purchase and Registration Process
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan Special Tourist Train? Tickets for the Tianshan Special Tourist Train must be purchased through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 The popularity of Xinjiang’s all-region tourism continues to rise in 2026. To visit the core attractions of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip, many tourists choose the special train mode, which avoids frequent transfers and luggage handling, allowing them to enjoy the scenery along the way and save energy on transit. Among them, the Tianshan Special Train has attracted much attention. Many friends inquire about its annual fare details and ticket purchase issues. Below, we organize relevant information for everyone.
📝 Core Highlights of the Tianshan Special Train Route
✅ Covers Key Attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang:This route connects multiple classic tourist areas in Xinjiang, including Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar, and Turpan. Without splitting into multiple trips, you can experience diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, Gobi deserts, and ancient cities. In 2026, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area has launched over 30 special cultural tourism activities and added a ‘drone + VR’ sightseeing project, allowing visitors to overlook the lake and Bogda Snow Peak from a high altitude. Sayram Lake is open all year round, with cultural relics like Genghis Khan’s Command Post along the lakeside. In 2026, visitors born in the Year of the Horse who visit on their birthday can enjoy free admission. Nalati Grassland, known as the ‘Sky Grassland,’ features lush green meadows and blooming wildflowers from June to August, and golden autumn scenery from September to October. The scenic area also offers activities like horseback riding and stargazing camping. Turpan’s Flaming Mountain, a landmark of Journey to the West culture, has launched multiple cultural tourism activities this year, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the unique charm of the hottest region.
✅ Relaxed Travel Pace:The special train avoids the hassle of daily packing and long-distance bus transfers common in regular tours. Large luggage can be left on the train, and you only need to carry personal items when disembarking. The overall itinerary is well-paced, suitable for tourists of all ages.
✅ Comprehensive Support Services:The special train is equipped with basic living facilities. Meals, accommodation, and ground transportation within the itinerary are arranged in advance, allowing tourists to focus on sightseeing without worrying about daily planning.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia登峪 | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia登峪
Day 04:Jia登峪 – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
🚂 The popularity of Xinjiang’s all-region tourism continues to rise in 2026. To visit the core attractions of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip, many tourists choose the special train mode, which avoids frequent transfers and luggage handling, allowing them to enjoy the scenery along the way and save energy on transit. Among them, the Tianshan Special Train has attracted much attention. Many friends inquire about its annual fare details and ticket purchase issues. Below, we organize relevant information for everyone.Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day 09:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit -白沙湖 – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 12:Flaming Mountain – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – All over China (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, policies, or scenic area opening changes during the itinerary, both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
💰 Price Explanation
The following are reference prices for different assembly dates of the Tianshan Special Train. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. The final agreement is based on the signed contract:
📝 Core Highlights of the Tianshan Special Train RouteI. Schedule (Urumqi Assembly Date) and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28/August 11
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
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✅ Covers Key Attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang: This route connects multiple classic tourist areas in Xinjiang, including Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar, and Turpan. Without splitting into multiple trips, you can experience diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, Gobi deserts, and ancient cities. In 2026, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area has launched over 30 special cultural tourism activities and added a ‘drone + VR’ sightseeing project, allowing visitors to overlook the lake and Bogda Snow Peak from a high altitude. Sayram Lake is open all year round, with cultural relics like Genghis Khan’s Command Post along the lakeside. In 2026, visitors born in the Year of the Horse who visit on their birthday can enjoy free admission. Nalati Grassland, known as the ‘Sky Grassland,’ features lush green meadows and blooming wildflowers from June to August, and golden autumn scenery from September to October. The scenic area also offers activities like horseback riding and stargazing camping. Turpan’s Flaming Mountain, a landmark of Journey to the West culture, has launched multiple cultural tourism activities this year, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the unique charm of the hottest region.Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4
Blue Diamond Quad Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25888 RMB/person
✅ Relaxed Travel Pace: The special train avoids the hassle of daily packing and long-distance bus transfers common in regular tours. Large luggage can be left on the train, and you only need to carry personal items when disembarking. The overall itinerary is well-paced, suitable for tourists of all ages.Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13/25/September 5
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:15999 RMB/person
✅ Comprehensive Support Services: The special train is equipped with basic living facilities. Meals, accommodation, and ground transportation within the itinerary are arranged in advance, allowing tourists to focus on sightseeing without worrying about daily planning.The above prices are for reference only. Specific costs are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline:181-3962-2229, same as WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Specific address can be inquired from customer service.
🛎 Cost and Service Explanation
✅ Standard Inclusions:Generally include meals as marked in the itinerary, corresponding accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots in the itinerary, designated berths on the special train, local tourist bus transportation, guide service, and travel accident insurance. Specific inclusions can be detailed during consultation and are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
✅ Standard Exclusions:Generally exclude round-trip transportation from departure to Urumqi, self-funded experience projects within scenic spots, personal expenses, (room sharing can be arranged based on needs without mandatory commitment). Specific exclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
✅ Travel Tips
1. Xinjiang has vast territory, large temperature differences between day and night, and strong ultraviolet rays. It is recommended to bring warm clothing, sunscreen, and moisturizing products. Valid documents must be carried at all times. For itineraries involving border areas, a travel permit must be prepared in advance, which can be handled independently or with assistance from travel agency staff.
2. In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area opening, schedule changes, ticket policy changes, or hotel room type changes during the itinerary, both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
3. The cancellation and modification rules of the itinerary are subject to relevant laws such as the Tourism Law and Contract Law, and the rights of both parties are protected by law.
4. The use of drones within scenic areas requires prior reporting to the scenic area. Some areas prohibit drone flights. You can inquire about relevant regulations from scenic area staff before entering.
5. In 2026, many scenic spots in Xinjiang have launched special cultural tourism activities. Before traveling, you can learn about the latest activity arrangements at the destination to enhance your experience. If you have dietary restrictions or special needs, you can inform the staff during registration to accommodate them as much as possible.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Special Tourist Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
