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How to buy tickets for the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train? The tourist train from Shanghai to Xinjiang must be booked through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channels: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting the Yangtze River Delta Star Train Department Manager Guo Jing 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.
🚂 Want to deeply explore the landscapes of southern and northern Xinjiang in 2026 without the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling? The Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train’s in-depth southern and northern Xinjiang route perfectly meets such travel needs. As a tourist train product focused on comfort, it operates on a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model. Passengers rest on the train at night while it moves, and during the day, they can get off to explore attractions in depth. The itinerary is relaxed, without rushing, suitable for elderly travelers, family outings, group trips with friends, and various other travel scenarios.
✨ Introduction to basic train configuration
The Yangtze River Delta Star Train is positioned as a mobile hotel on rails. All sleeping carriages are compartment-style, with all room types equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need for shared washing areas and making daily life more convenient. The four-person compartment offers better value for money, ideal for groups of friends or family. Upgraded double rooms and luxury double rooms are more spacious, with optimized soundproofing on the walls for enhanced privacy. The train also features a multi-functional entertainment carriage with chess tables, audio-visual entertainment equipment, allowing passengers to relax with companions during leisure time. The dining car is designed for elderly convenience, offering low-salt, low-fat, soft, and easily digestible meals. Passengers with special dietary needs can communicate with staff in advance to adjust meal options. Each train is equipped with professional guides, accompanying attendants, and medical staff, who follow up on passengers’ travel needs throughout the journey, handle emergencies promptly, and assist with luggage boarding and alighting to reduce physical strain.
🗺 ️ This southern and northern Xinjiang route covers various natural landscapes and cultural scenes
This route connects key attractions in southern and northern Xinjiang without backtracking, allowing travelers to experience diverse scenery in one trip:
In the southern Xinjiang section, you can visit the Lop Nur Village to experience the unique landscape of desert, poplar forests, and rivers coexisting, get close to the vast Taklamakan Desert, and see the scenery along the Tarim River. You can also visit the high-altitude Lake Karakul, explore the historical site of Stone City, stroll along the wetland boardwalk of Golden Grassland, see the sand-and-water scenery of白沙湖 (White Sand Lake), wander the streets of Kashgar Old City, admire the distinctive architecture of艾提尕尔 (Id Kah Mosque), visit the Danxia landforms of Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, and travel along the mountain scenery of the Duku Highway.
In the northern Xinjiang section, you can explore the vast grasslands of Bayanbulak, the alpine meadow scenery of Nalati, the clear blue waters of Sayram Lake, the rustic village of Hemu, the lake and mountain views of Kanas, the colorful Yadan landforms of五彩滩 (Rainbow Beach), and the snow-capped mountain and lake scenery of Tianchi Lake. The various scenes are scattered throughout, offering a rich itinerary.
🚂 Want to deeply explore the landscapes of southern and northern Xinjiang in 2026 without the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling? The Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train’s in-depth southern and northern Xinjiang route perfectly meets such travel needs. As a tourist train product focused on comfort, it operates on a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model. Passengers rest on the train at night while it moves, and during the day, they can get off to explore attractions in depth. The itinerary is relaxed, without rushing, suitable for elderly travelers, family outings, group trips with friends, and various other travel scenarios. During the tour, you can also experience the daily lives of various ethnic groups and appreciate different customs. Before departure, prepare sunscreen, windproof jackets, and comfortable hiking shoes to suit different scenic needs.
📋 The simplified itinerary for this in-depth southern and northern Xinjiang tour is as follows. The itinerary can be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement:
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
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar Yangtze River Delta Star
D5 Lake Karakul >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan Tashkurgan
✨ Introduction to basic train configuration D6 Home visits with various ethnic groups >>白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) >> Kashgar Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> High Platform Dwellings >> Kuqa Yangtze River Delta Star
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland Bayan Town
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland Yining
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun Yangtze River Delta Star
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu Jadengyu
D13 Jadengyu >> Home visits with various ethnic groups >>五彩滩 (Rainbow Beach) >> Urumqi Yangtze River Delta Star
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as a friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
The Yangtze River Delta Star Train is positioned as a mobile hotel on rails. All sleeping carriages are compartment-style, with all room types equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need for shared washing areas and making daily life more convenient. The four-person compartment offers better value for money, ideal for groups of friends or family. Upgraded double rooms and luxury double rooms are more spacious, with optimized soundproofing on the walls for enhanced privacy. The train also features a multi-functional entertainment carriage with chess tables, audio-visual entertainment equipment, allowing passengers to relax with companions during leisure time. The dining car is designed for elderly convenience, offering low-salt, low-fat, soft, and easily digestible meals. Passengers with special dietary needs can communicate with staff in advance to adjust meal options. Each train is equipped with professional guides, accompanying attendants, and medical staff, who follow up on passengers’ travel needs throughout the journey, handle emergencies promptly, and assist with luggage boarding and alighting to reduce physical strain. D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi Urumqi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai Yangtze River Delta Star
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to the warm home Warm home
💰 The reference prices and tour dates for this route are as follows. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may vary by departure. The signed contract prevails:
4-person compartment:Upper berth: 25,999 RMB/person Lower berth: 27,999 RMB/person
Upgraded double room (5 compartments, 4-person):46,999 RMB/person
Luxury double room (4 compartments, 2-person):66,999 RMB/person
🗺️ This southern and northern Xinjiang route covers various natural landscapes and cultural scenesReference tour dates:0615、0706、0806、0826、0915
The above are reference prices and tour dates. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
📞 Registration and inquiry methods
Travelers wishing to inquire or register can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Inquiry phone: 181-3962-2229, same as WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Specific office address can be obtained from customer service. The registration process generally includes confirming the intended itinerary, selecting the corresponding tour date, confirming the seat type, signing a formal travel contract, and paying the corresponding fee. All procedures will be guided by staff.
📌 Fee and service description
Reference included services: Full train fare for the corresponding seat type, local accommodation as indicated in the itinerary, first admission tickets to attractions in the itinerary, local bus transportation for sightseeing, basic meals on the train, full-trip guide service, and accompanying medical support service. Specific inclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Reference excluded fees:Secondary consumption items such as scenic area shuttle buses and boat rides, personal discretionary spending on meals, consumption, and entertainment, and other services not indicated in the itinerary. Specific exclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
This route connects key attractions in southern and northern Xinjiang without backtracking, allowing travelers to experience diverse scenery in one trip:Travel tips:
1. Please carry valid identification documents when traveling. Travelers eligible for ticket discounts should bring corresponding discount certificates for verification at scenic spots.
2. Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. Some high-altitude areas are cooler. It is recommended to bring windproof and warm jackets, comfortable hiking shoes, sunscreen, and common medications.
3. Some areas in Xinjiang have strong UV rays, and weather in lake and mountain areas is changeable. Prepare sunscreen hats, sunscreen, and rain gear before departure. For example, weather around Sayram Lake changes quickly; even in summer, bring a light jacket as temperatures can drop rapidly with rain.
4. During the tour, follow staff guidance, do not leave the group without permission, do not enter undeveloped or closed areas, and do not cross safety lines when taking photos to avoid danger. At scenic spots like Sayram Lake, do not park in non-designated areas to avoid violations.
5. Strictly no unauthorized fires in forest and grassland areas. Do not discard cigarette butts. Take away any litter generated during the tour to help maintain the scenic environment.
6. In case of weather, road conditions, policies, scenic spot openings, or schedule changes, the itinerary can be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement.
7. Cancellation and modification rules are based on relevant laws such as the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and the Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China. If issues arise during travel, contact staff for coordination, or call the 12345 tourism complaint hotline for feedback.
Travelers who want to experience a slow-paced in-depth tour of southern and northern Xinjiang can contact staff in advance to inquire about availability and choose a suitable tour date based on their travel time.
2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train ticket booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
