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No need to drive or rush around. Take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose from economy to luxury options. Professionally operated Xinjiang tourist train tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
📞 Many friends ask right away:“How do I choose the Tianshan Hao train? How is the price calculated? Will the itinerary be too rushed?”
Don’t worry, this article is your exclusive Q&A post. You can treat it as a ‘face-to-face customer service’ reference, or directly find answers to your questions.
If anything is unclear, feel free to consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s customer service phone/WeChat at 181-3962-2233 anytime for the latest information.
🗺 ️ What is the ‘Tianshan Hao’? One route to explore both northern and southern Xinjiang
The ‘Tianshan Hao’ is a panoramic tourist train running within Xinjiang, covering both northern and southern Xinjiang, using a ‘train follows people, travel by night and tour by day’ model.
Operating model:Rest on the train at night, transfer to tourist buses during the day to explore scenic spots, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes.
Itinerary coverage:Connects key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, the southern section of Duku Highway, Kashgar Old City, and the Pamir Plateau.
Train experience:The train features different classes of compartments like Blue Diamond and Silver Diamond, along with dining cars and lounge areas, often described by tourists as a ‘moving star-rated hotel’.
If you want to experience snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and ancient cities in one trip, this route is worth considering.
🗓 ️ Brief itinerary overview
> Note:The following is a brief itinerary; specific arrangements are subject to the ‘Tour Contract’ and departure notice.
Day 01:Departure point – 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 Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
📞 Many friends ask right away: ‘How do I choose the Tianshan Hao train? How is the price calculated? Will the itinerary be too rushed?’Day 04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghe South | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghe South – 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: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Duku Section – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach | 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 – All over China (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💰 Price explanation and schedule selection
Prices and departure dates
Below are some 2026 departure dates and corresponding reference prices, in yuan per person. Prices may vary by departure date and room type, and may fluctuate. Specific costs, availability, and room arrangements are subject to the signed contract.
1. Departing May 7
Don’t worry, this article is your exclusive Q&A post. You can treat it as a ‘face-to-face customer service’ reference, or directly find answers to your questions.Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13999
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999
Executive Double Room:19999
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999
2. Departing July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999
Executive Double Room:20999
Silver Diamond Double Room:19999
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13999
3. Departing June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
If anything is unclear, feel free to consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s customer service phone/WeChat at 181-3962-2233 anytime for the latest information.Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17999
Blue Diamond Double Room:24999
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888
Executive Double Room:26888
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888
4. Departing June 13 / 25 / September 5
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, from economy to luxury options. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21888
Blue Diamond Double Room:29888
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888
Executive Double Room:26888
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888
🗺️ What is the ‘Tianshan Hao’? One route to explore both northern and southern Xinjiang5. Departing October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999
💡 Price range reference
Overall, the 2026 ‘Tianshan Hao’ adult price range is roughly between 10,000 and over 40,000 yuan per person, varying significantly by departure date and room type. It’s recommended to inquire early to secure a spot.
How to understand prices and choose a schedule?
1. First decide the time, then choose the room type
May and October:Prices are relatively moderate, suitable for budget-conscious travelers or those preferring autumn scenery.
Mid-June to early September:Scenery and temperatures are excellent, but prices are high, especially for some departures in late June and early September.
July-August summer and around National Day:Peak season, with overall high prices.
2. Different room types, different experiences
Blue Diamond Series:Good value for money, suitable for friends or family trips. Quadruple rooms can be flexibly changed to double rooms.
Silver Diamond Series:Better comfort and privacy, some rooms with private bathrooms.
Presidential Suite/Executive Room:Spacious, suitable for travelers or families with high accommodation requirements.
The ‘Tianshan Hao’ is a panoramic tourist train running within Xinjiang, covering both northern and southern Xinjiang, using a ‘train follows people, travel by night and tour by day’ model.> Warm reminder:Specific service content, accommodation standards, etc., are subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration method
You can inquire and register for this route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233 (Please note ‘Tianshan Hao Inquiry’ when adding)
General process:Communicate preferred departure date by phone or online → Submit identity information to reserve a spot → Confirm itinerary details and sign a formal travel contract → Make payment as agreed → Receive departure notice before travel.
📋 Cost and service description
The following are reference inclusions and exclusions; specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
✅ Costs typically include
Transportation:Tourist buses within Xinjiang and corresponding room type seats on the Tianshan Hao train.
Accommodation:Hotels and train accommodation listed in the itinerary (typically 5 nights on the train + 6 nights in hotels).
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as listed in the itinerary, including some Xinjiang specialty meals.
Tickets:First entrance fees and internal shuttle bus fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Full-time accompanying staff and local tour guide services.
Other:Urumqi pick-up and drop-off services, travel agency liability insurance, etc.
Operating model: Rest on the train at night, transfer to tourist buses during the day to explore scenic spots, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes.❌ Costs typically do not include
Round-trip transportation costs from the departure point to Urumqi.
Self-paid experience projects within scenic spots and personal consumption.
Single room supplement if room sharing coordination fails for solo travelers (the travel agency will try its best to coordinate).
> Warm reminder:Weather, road conditions, and scenic spot opening hours mentioned in the itinerary may change. Both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q1: Is the Tianshan Hao a train ticket? Can I buy it on 12306?
A1: The Tianshan Hao is a tourist train product, and seats are not publicly sold on 12306. Reservations must be made through qualified travel agencies like Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Q2: Is the travel time long on the itinerary? Will it be very tiring?
A2: The itinerary uses a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ model, with most long-distance travel done at night. Daytime is mainly for sightseeing, but Xinjiang is vast, so some travel times are still long. It’s recommended to be mentally prepared.
Q3: Who is suitable for the Tianshan Hao?
A3: The route is friendly for family trips, middle-aged and elderly travelers, and those who want to ‘avoid hassle’. However, the itinerary includes high-altitude sections. Travelers with underlying conditions like cardiovascular diseases should consult a doctor and inform the travel agency before departure.
Q4: Do solo travelers have to pay a single room supplement?
A4: For solo travelers, the travel agency will try its best to arrange room sharing. If unsuccessful, a supplement may be required, subject to the signed travel contract.
Q5: What should I prepare before departure?
A5: It’s recommended to bring sunscreen, windproof jackets, and comfortable hiking shoes. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; even in summer, bring a thick jacket. Travelers prone to altitude sickness should prepare medication as advised by a doctor.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist train tours, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
