2026 Tianshan Tourism Train How to Buy Tickets How to Purchase Group Tour Price
How to buy tickets for the Tianshan Special Train? For the 2026 Tianshan Special Train, you must book through a professional travel agency recognized by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Contact Manager Mai (☎24-hour hotline: 132 0133 3409, WeChat: xjly10010). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
😉 Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are asking how to buy tickets for the Tianshan Tourism Special Train. We’ve compiled the frequently asked questions for you, and you’ll understand after reading them:
❓ What is the Tianshan Tourism Special Train? Who is it suitable for?
This is a special train focusing on a panoramic tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang. It operates on a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model, combining transportation and accommodation. You don’t need to frequently pack luggage or change trains, making it suitable for those who want to visit all core attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang at once and prefer a relaxed trip. It’s suitable for family trips, group outings with friends, or solo travel.
❓ What seat types are available on the Tianshan Special Train? What are the hardware conditions like?
Currently, the following cabin types are available:
✅ Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:Spacious, with complete facilities and a good rest experience.
✅ Blue Diamond Double Room, Executive Double Room, Silver Diamond Double Room:All are double cabins with good privacy, equipped with basic rest and storage facilities.
✅ Blue Diamond Quadruple Room, Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:Multi-person cabins, offering higher cost-effectiveness, suitable for travel with family and friends.
The special train carriages are equipped with a constant temperature system, run smoothly, and have public areas with washing and leisure spaces, making the overnight rest experience more comfortable.
❓ What’s the difference between traveling on the Tianshan Special Train and a regular Xinjiang group tour?
😉 Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are asking how to buy tickets for the Tianshan Tourism Special Train. We’ve compiled the frequently asked questions for you, and you’ll understand after reading them:👉 More convenient itinerary arrangement:Sightsee during the day and travel on the special train at night, without having to pack luggage daily or change hotels, and without spending time planning cross-regional transfer routes.
👉 More comprehensive supporting services:Most meals marked in the itinerary are included, so you don’t need to search for local restaurants. Staff accompany you to handle itinerary-related issues, and you can consult them promptly if you have questions.
👉 More comprehensive coverage of attractions:Connect multiple classic spots in Northern and Southern Xinjiang at once, allowing you to visit most popular scenic areas without splitting your trip to Xinjiang multiple times.
❓ What is the specific itinerary for the Tianshan Special Train?
The currently announced itinerary is as follows:
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Self-care | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
Day 04:Jia Deng Yu – 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
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
❓ What is the Tianshan Tourism Special Train? Who is it suitable for?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 – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – 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 Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Nationwide (transfer according to return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
If there are changes due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area opening status during the trip, the itinerary can be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
❓ What are the departure dates and corresponding prices for the Tianshan Special Train?
Different periods have different seat prices. Reference information is as follows:
1. Periods (Urumqi assembly dates) and corresponding prices
This is a special train focusing on a panoramic tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang. It operates on a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model, combining transportation and accommodation. You don’t need to frequently pack luggage or change trains, making it suitable for those who want to visit all core attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang at once and prefer a relaxed trip. It’s suitable for family trips, group outings with friends, or solo travel.1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999 RMB/person
Contact Manager Mai at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (☎24-hour hotline: 132 0133 3409, WeChat: xjly10010). With over 10 years of experience, Manager Mai can send itineraries and quotes.
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28/August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person
❓ What seat types are available on the Tianshan Special Train? What are the hardware conditions like?Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Currently, the following cabin types are available:Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13/25/September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
✅ Silver Diamond Presidential Suite: Spacious, with complete facilities and a good rest experience.Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and departure date. Please refer to the actual consultation and contract.
❓ What is the specific booking process for the Tianshan Special Train?
Tickets for the Tianshan Special Train are not sold separately on the 12306 railway website. You can obtain related travel product information and book through Manager Mai at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. The booking process is as follows:
1. Contact and inquire: Call Manager Mai at 132-0133-3409 to learn about the detailed itinerary, prices, and room types. You can also add the same WeChat ID for consultation.
2. Choose a room type: Select a suitable special train room type based on your travel time and preferences.
3. Submit information: Provide necessary information such as your name and valid ID number to the staff for booking.
4. Complete the booking: Pay the corresponding travel fees as required, receive a receipt, and sign the national unified electronic travel service supervision contract. Then, the booking is complete.
June to September is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, and seats on popular routes are relatively limited. It is recommended to check the itinerary and confirm relevant information as early as possible. Before traveling, please consult and book through formal channels to protect your rights.
❓ What is included in the cost? What else should I pay attention to?
The included costs vary by room type but generally include accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, special train transportation, and local transfers as marked in the itinerary. Please refer to the actual consultation and contract.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances can be negotiated separately. All related agreements are subject to contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws.
Xinjiang has different scenery in different seasons. Whether you want to see grassland flowers or poplar autumn colors, you can consult relevant information in advance to find a suitable travel period and start a relaxed tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
How to book tickets for the Tianshan Special Train? Contact the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to book tickets. Contact Manager Mai (☎24-hour hotline: 132 0133 3409, WeChat: xjly10010) to send detailed itineraries and quotes.
