2026 Traveling the North and South Xinjiang, Tianshan Special Train Official Registration Guide
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to slowly enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Want to visit both northern and southern Xinjiang in one go without dragging luggage and changing hotels every day? In 2026, the ‘Tianshan’ tourist train might be the ‘slow travel’ solution you’re looking for.
This article focuses on the official registration portal and booking process, helping you plan this 13-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang clearly and with peace of mind.
🗺 ️ Route Overview:13-Day Panoramic Northern and Southern Xinjiang
The ‘Tianshan’ is a panoramic train covering both northern and southern Xinjiang, integrating ‘transportation + accommodation + sightseeing’, with the core feature of ‘traveling by night and sightseeing by day’. Rest on the train at night, and transfer to a bus during the day to explore scenic spots, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes. Large luggage can be stored in the train compartment, so you only need to carry personal items when getting off, making it very friendly for families and elderly tourists.
Trip Highlights:
Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop:See diverse scenery including snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and ancient cities all at once.
Full Coverage of Core Scenic Areas:
Northern Xinjiang:Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke.
Southern Xinjiang:Pamir Plateau (Karakul Lake, Stone City), Kashgar Old City, Wensu Grand Canyon, Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well).
Special Experiences:Includes Tajik home visit, Turpan fruit banquet, etc., for an in-depth experience of local culture.
🗓 ️ Brief Itinerary Overview
Day01:Departure – Urumqi (pick-up and check into hotel) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
🚂 Want to visit both northern and southern Xinjiang in one go without dragging luggage and changing hotels every day? In 2026, the ‘Tianshan’ tourist train might be the ‘slow travel’ solution you’re looking for.Day02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
Day04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghe South | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day05:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day07:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Relistan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Taxian County
Day09:Taxian County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Banquet – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day13:Urumqi – All over China (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
This article focuses on the official registration portal and booking process, helping you plan this 13-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang clearly and with peace of mind.> 💡 Warm Tips:The itinerary order and some attractions may be adjusted based on actual conditions, subject to the contract and departure notice.
💰 2026 Price and Departure Date Reference
The ‘Tianshan’ adopts a one-price model covering designated items in the itinerary, with prices varying by departure date and berth/room type. Below are reference price ranges for different assembly dates. Actual costs, availability, and room arrangements are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
I. Schedules (Urumqi Assembly Dates) and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28 / August 11
🗺️ Route Overview: 13-Day Panoramic Northern and Southern XinjiangBlue Diamond Quad Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond Quad Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, various options from economy to luxury available, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Blue Diamond Quad Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25888 RMB/person
The ‘Tianshan’ is a panoramic train covering both northern and southern Xinjiang, integrating ‘transportation + accommodation + sightseeing’, with the core feature of ‘traveling by night and sightseeing by day’. Rest on the train at night, and transfer to a bus during the day to explore scenic spots, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes. Large luggage can be stored in the train compartment, so you only need to carry personal items when getting off, making it very friendly for families and elderly tourists.Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:15999 RMB/person
> 📌 Price Notes:The above are some 2026 schedules and reference prices. Actual costs may fluctuate due to berth, peak/off-peak seasons, etc., subject to the final contract. The overall price range is roughly between 10,000 and over 40,000 RMB/person, with significant differences between schedules and room types. It is recommended to consult early to secure a spot.
Trip Highlights:📞 Official Registration Portal and Process
The ‘Tianshan’ is a customized railway train and cannot be booked individually on platforms like 12306. It must be reserved through official travel agency channels.
1. Registration Channels
You can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233 (Same as WeChat ID)
Company Address:Please contact customer service directly for the specific address.
2. Registration Process
1. Consultation: Call or add WeChat to confirm the desired schedule, room type, and availability.
2. Registration: Submit traveler identity information for booking and scenic area reservations, and pay a deposit to secure the spot.
3. Contract Signing: Sign a unified electronic contract with the travel agency on the national tourism supervision platform and pay the remaining balance.
4. Travel: Receive the departure notice before travel and prepare documents and items as instructed.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop: See diverse scenery including snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and ancient cities all at once.Below are references for included and excluded items, subject to actual consultation and contract.
✅ Included Items
Transportation:Tianshan train corresponding room type seats and Xinjiang domestic tourist buses.
Accommodation:Hotels listed in the itinerary and train accommodation.
Meals:Meals indicated in the itinerary, typically including Xinjiang specialty dishes.
Tickets:First entrance tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Full-tour guide and travel agency liability insurance.
❌ Excluded Items
Personal round-trip transportation costs to Urumqi.
Self-paid items and personal expenses within scenic areas.
Additional costs due to force majeure.
💡 Warm Tips
Single Travelers:The travel agency will try to arrange shared accommodation.
Itinerary Changes:In case of weather, road conditions, or other force majeure factors, both parties can negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary, subject to the itinerary/contract.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist train tours, consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
