How to Buy Tickets for the Yangtze River Delta Star Departing from Shanghai A Complete Guide with Tips to Avoid Pitfalls
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? The Shanghai-to-Xinjiang tourist train requires booking through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or contact Manager Guo Jing of the Yangtze River Delta Star Train Department via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Slowly traverse the mountains and rivers, taking in the Silk Road scenery in one ride — the new travel experience of the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train
In the fast-paced modern life, more and more people are yearning for a travel style that ‘doesn’t rush, just enjoys the view.’ In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train, with the concept of ‘a mobile living space,’ departs from Shanghai, crosses from east to west, and delves deep into the northern and southern regions of Xinjiang. Over 17 days, it connects deserts, grasslands, lakes, and snow-capped mountains, making the journey itself a part of the scenery.
This train is not an ordinary passenger train but a themed train with a fixed formation, custom-designed for tourist routes. The carriages are equipped with bathrooms, temperature control systems, soundproofing facilities, and emergency call devices, offering a ‘hotel-on-wheels’ comfort experience. During the day, you visit key attractions, and at night, you sleep soundly in the smoothly moving carriage without needing to repeatedly move luggage. It is especially suitable for families and elderly tourists who value a relaxed pace and comprehensive service.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on Final Content)
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla Yangtze River Delta Star
D2 Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the motherland along the way Yangtze River Delta Star
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening Korla
🚂 Slowly traverse the mountains and rivers, taking in the Silk Road scenery in one ride — the new travel experience of the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar Yangtze River Delta Star
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan Tashkurgan
D6 Home visits to various ethnic groups >>白沙湖 >> Kashgar Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> High Platform Dwellings >> Kuqa Yangtze River Delta Star
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland Bayan Town
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland Yining
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun Yangtze River Delta Star
In the fast-paced modern life, more and more people are yearning for a travel style that ‘doesn’t rush, just enjoys the view.’ In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train, with the concept of ‘a mobile living space,’ departs from Shanghai, crosses from east to west, and delves deep into the northern and southern regions of Xinjiang. Over 17 days, it connects deserts, grasslands, lakes, and snow-capped mountains, making the journey itself a part of the scenery. D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu Jadengyu
D13 Jadengyu >> Home visits to various ethnic groups >>五彩滩 >> Urumqi Yangtze River Delta Star
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi Urumqi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai Yangtze River Delta Star
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to your warm home Warm home
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement. The specific arrangements are subject to the departure notice.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on Final Content)
Manager Guo Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center: 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as a friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
This train is not an ordinary passenger train but a themed train with a fixed formation, custom-designed for tourist routes. The carriages are equipped with bathrooms, temperature control systems, soundproofing facilities, and emergency call devices, offering a ‘hotel-on-wheels’ comfort experience. During the day, you visit key attractions, and at night, you sleep soundly in the smoothly moving carriage without needing to repeatedly move luggage. It is especially suitable for families and elderly tourists who value a relaxed pace and comprehensive service.4-person compartment:Upper berth 25,999 RMB/person | Lower berth 27,999 RMB/person
Upgraded double compartment (5 packs of 4-person compartment):46,999 RMB/person
Luxury double compartment (4 packs of 2-person compartment):66,999 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges for the current departure period. Actual costs may vary slightly depending on travel dates and availability. The final quote and included services are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency.
📞 How to register?
The seats for the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train are arranged by professional cultural tourism service organizations and are not sold through public platforms like 12306. Interested travelers can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Inquiry hotline:181-3962-2229
🗓️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on Final Content)WeChat same number:181-3962-2229
Customer service staff can assist with berth selection registration, departure date inquiries, document sending, and contract signing. The main departure station is Shanghai Railway Station, and detailed assembly information will be provided in writing before departure.
🧳 Service and Fee Explanation
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train provides full accommodation (in the carriage), meals (including breakfast, lunch, and dinner), first admission tickets to attractions, professional guide commentary, and onboard medical services. The train features a multi-functional carriage with reading areas, chess tables, coffee bars, and other leisure facilities, and regularly organizes cultural interactive activities such as intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences.
The scope of included fees is subject to the signed contract terms. Items not included (such as personal expenses, some optional activities, etc.) will be informed in advance. All service arrangements comply with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and related regulations to protect the legal rights of tourists.
> Special Note:The transportation, accommodation, and scenic area opening status involved in the itinerary may be affected by seasons, policies, or natural conditions. In case of force majeure or objective changes, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists to optimize the itinerary while protecting their rights.
🌿 Why choose this journey?
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla Yangtze River Delta StarUnlike the tight pace of traditional group tours, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ emphasizes ‘immersive slow travel’ — waking up every day amidst the scenery and falling asleep at night to the gentle sound of wheels. From the Jiangnan water towns to the western frontier, you traverse multiple changes in geography and culture without worrying about the hassle of transfers and luggage moving.
The train passes through the core scenic areas of the Tianshan Mountains, covering representative regions such as the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, the Pamir Plateau lakes, the Kanas primeval forest, and the Nalati alpine grassland, forming a complete panoramic loop of Xinjiang. Whether you are a first-time visitor to the northwest or a traveler hoping for an in-depth revisit, you can gain rich experiences on this 17-day journey.
📌 Warm Tips
Please confirm your personal health condition is suitable for long-distance travel before departure;
The train is equipped with onboard medical staff throughout the journey, providing basic health support;
The compartments are fully equipped; it is recommended to bring common medications and personal toiletries;
Specific departure dates include:June 15, July 6, August 6, August 26, September 15. Availability changes dynamically; it is recommended to inquire and confirm as early as possible.
For detailed information, carriage photos, or itinerary PDFs, you can add WeChat 181-3962-2229 to contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service for one-on-one consultation.
This journey across eastern and western China is not just a geographical expedition but a redefinition of time, scenery, and the pace of life. In 2026, slow down, board the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star,’ and let the train carry you into the depths of the mountains and rivers.
2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Manager Guo Jing of Xinjiang Train Department WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
