2026 Tianshan Xinjiang Loop Train Ticket Official Website Registration Fee Introduction
How to buy tickets for the Tianshan Special Train? For 2026 Tianshan Special Train tickets, you need to go through the professional travel agency designated by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. Contact Manager Mai to book and purchase tickets. Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. The specific booking process includes selecting the itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, among other steps.
🚂 2026 Tianshan Special Train Travel Guide:One-stop tour of the full panorama of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Many friends planning a trip to Xinjiang often worry about route planning, frequent transfers, and the hassle of moving luggage. The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Special Train perfectly addresses these travel pain points, allowing you to focus all your energy on the scenery along the way.
🌟 Detailed Introduction to the Tianshan Special Train
The 2026 Tianshan Special Train is a specially designed tourist train for in-depth Xinjiang tours. It uses the upgraded Blue Diamond and Silver Diamond carriages from the former New Orient Express. The core operating model is ‘the train moves with you, you play while the train stops,’ deeply integrating train travel with living experience. The itinerary follows a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ logic, using nighttime for travel and leaving daytime entirely for sightseeing. There is no need for multiple transfers, repeated luggage handling, or frequent hotel changes, greatly reducing travel fatigue.
The target audience for the special train includes various travel groups: leisure travelers who don’t want to bother with planning, middle-aged and elderly groups who prefer a slow pace to explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang, groups of friends or family traveling together, and families seeking a comfortable travel experience. The entire journey connects key attractions such as Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake in Northern Xinjiang, Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau in Southern Xinjiang, as well as the Duku Highway and Nalati Grassland. One trip covers diverse landscapes of Xinjiang, saving the cost of multiple round trips.
🛏 ️ Tianshan Special Train Seats and Hardware Features
🚂 2026 Tianshan Special Train Travel Guide: One-stop tour of the full panorama of Northern and Southern XinjiangThe Tianshan Special Train offers multiple seat and cabin types to meet different travel needs and budgets. The configurations and features of each cabin type are as follows:
✅ Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:Cabin area of about 25 square meters, equipped with a reception area, bathroom, and 270-degree wide-view windows. Enjoy exclusive butler service, suitable for travelers with high quality requirements.
✅ Executive Double Room:Cabin area of about 18 square meters, equipped with a separate wet and dry bathroom and smart temperature control system. A Xinjiang specialty fruit platter is provided during the trip. Spacious and comfortable, suitable for two people traveling together.
✅ Blue Diamond Double Room:Cabin area of about 15 square meters, equipped with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. Includes breakfast and afternoon tea service during the stay. Good views and excellent privacy.
✅ Silver Diamond Double Room:Cabin area of about 14 square meters, equipped with a bathroom. A humidifier is added to adapt to Xinjiang’s dry climate, ensuring high comfort.
✅ Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:Cabin area of about 10 square meters. The lower berth is widened, and pricing varies by upper and lower berths at certain times. Suitable for families or groups of four friends traveling together. The upper berth has a damping device that folds against the wall, flexibly changing the cabin’s usable space.
Many friends planning a trip to Xinjiang often worry about route planning, frequent transfers, and the hassle of moving luggage. The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Special Train perfectly addresses these travel pain points, allowing you to focus all your energy on the scenery along the way.✅ Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:A cost-effective option, also equipped with shared bathroom facilities, meeting the needs of travelers on a budget.
In addition to the cabin configurations, the train’s hardware advantages are also prominent. The entire train is equipped with an oxygen enrichment system for high-altitude sections. During winter operations, constant-temperature underfloor heating is activated. Each berth has a bedside USB charging port and an emergency call device. Daily replacement of cotton bedding is provided. The public area features two Chinese dining cars, each accommodating 48 people for meals, along with a bar and entertainment carriage for leisure gatherings and tasting local snacks during the journey. 24-hour hot water supply is available, and each carriage has a small public refrigerator and water dispenser to meet various living needs during the trip.
✨ Tianshan Special Train Services and Itinerary Advantages
The service configuration of the Tianshan Special Train is tailored to the actual needs of Xinjiang travel, offering several unique advantages compared to regular travel methods:
First is the rationality of the itinerary arrangement. The entire journey follows a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ logic, without wasting precious daytime hours on the road. You wake up at the next destination each day, maintaining ample energy for sightseeing.
Second is the comprehensive transfer service. Each stop has dedicated transfer vehicles that take you directly from the train station to the scenic area or hotel, eliminating the need to figure out transportation routes. A tour guide accompanies the entire trip, explaining knowledge about the attractions and precautions for sightseeing. Medical staff are on board to handle any sudden health issues during the journey.
In terms of dining, the main meals on the train consist of 6 dishes and 1 soup, prepared by professional chefs. During ground tours, local Xinjiang specialty meals are arranged. All meals are included in the itinerary, so there is no need to worry about finding restaurants.
🌟 Detailed Introduction to the Tianshan Special TrainThe itinerary covers both natural scenery and cultural experiences, from alpine lakes to grasslands and deserts, from ancient cities to plateau landscapes. You can visit the core attractions of Northern and Southern Xinjiang without backtracking. Note that due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement.
For solo travelers, our agency will try to arrange room sharing, with special cases negotiated separately. Cancellation and change rules follow the Tourism Law.
🗺 ️ Simplified Itinerary
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center: Contact Manager Mai to book and purchase tickets. Manager Mai has over 10 years of experience. Contact Manager Mai to receive the itinerary and pricing.
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jiadengyu
The 2026 Tianshan Special Train is a specially designed tourist train for in-depth Xinjiang tours. It uses the upgraded Blue Diamond and Silver Diamond carriages from the former New Orient Express. The core operating model is ‘the train moves with you, you play while the train stops,’ deeply integrating train travel with living experience. The itinerary follows a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ logic, using nighttime for travel and leaving daytime entirely for sightseeing. There is no need for multiple transfers, repeated luggage handling, or frequent hotel changes, greatly reducing travel fatigue.Day 04:Jiadengyu – 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 – Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 07:Bayinbuluke – 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 Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
The target audience for the special train includes various travel groups: leisure travelers who don’t want to bother with planning, middle-aged and elderly groups who prefer a slow pace to explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang, groups of friends or family traveling together, and families seeking a comfortable travel experience. The entire journey connects key attractions such as Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake in Northern Xinjiang, Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau in Southern Xinjiang, as well as the Duku Highway and Nalati Grassland. One trip covers diverse landscapes of Xinjiang, saving the cost of multiple round trips.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 – Depart to various locations nationwide (transfer based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💰 Price Explanation
The price of the Tianshan Special Train varies depending on the Urumqi assembly date and seat type. Reference prices for various departure dates are as follows:
1. Departure on May 7: Silver Diamond Presidential Suite 23,999 RMB/person, Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 13,999 RMB/person, Blue Diamond Double Room 19,999 RMB/person, Executive Double Room 19,999 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Double Room 18,999 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Quadruple Room 12,999 RMB/person.
🛏️ Tianshan Special Train Seats and Hardware Features 2. Departures on July 28 and August 11: Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 14,999 RMB/person, Blue Diamond Double Room 20,999 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Presidential Suite 24,999 RMB/person, Executive Double Room 20,999 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Double Room 19,999 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Quadruple Room 13,999 RMB/person.
3. Departures on June 2, July 8, August 23, and September 4: Blue Diamond Quadruple Room upper berth 16,999 RMB/person, lower berth 17,999 RMB/person, Blue Diamond Double Room 24,999 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Presidential Suite 42,888 RMB/person, Executive Double Room 26,888 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Double Room 25,888 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Quadruple Room 17,888 RMB/person.
4. Departures on June 13, 25, and September 5: Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 21,888 RMB/person, Blue Diamond Double Room 29,888 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Presidential Suite 42,888 RMB/person, Executive Double Room 26,888 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Double Room 25,888 RMB/person, Silver Diamond Quadruple Room 17,888 RMB/person.
5. Departure on October 9: Blue Diamond Quadruple Room 9,999 RMB/person, Blue Diamond Double Room 15,999 RMB/person.
Prices fluctuate slightly with season, room type, and departure date. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract confirmation. Prices and availability are confirmed upon contract signing.
📝 Registration Method
Travelers interested can contact Manager Mai at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center for registration and inquiries. Specific departure availability and itinerary details can be clarified during consultation.
All regulations follow the Contract Law, Tourism Law, and other relevant laws. A formal tourism contract will be signed before travel to protect the legal rights of both parties.
For inquiries about Xinjiang train special tours, contact the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center to book and purchase tickets. Contact Manager Mai for detailed itineraries and pricing.
