2026 South North Xinjiang 13 Day Special Train Trip, Tianshan Official Channel Safe Registration
No need to drive or travel back and forth. Take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, north and south. 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’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities at once, but worried about long journeys and frequent hotel changes? The ‘Tianshan’ 13-day special train connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, continuing operations in 2026, might be the ideal travel method you’re looking for. This tourist train, created by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd., uses a ‘train follows people, people play while train stops’ model to connect the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable journey while on the move.
🚂 Tianshan:A moving star-rated hotel
The Tianshan special train adopts a loop design, starting from Urumqi, connecting Beitun, Yining, Kashgar, Turpan, and other places, linking core scenic spots like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and the Pamir Plateau in one line.
🛌 Hassle-free travel:Adopts a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning’ model, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day. No need to change train berths throughout the trip; large luggage can be stored in the compartment, so no daily packing is required.
🛋 ️ Comfortable carriages:The train consists of soft sleepers, hard sleepers, dining cars, bar cars, and multi-functional leisure cars. The carriages provide 24-hour hot water, air conditioning, and charging services, and are decorated with Xinjiang folk elements, creating a warm atmosphere.
🏨 Selected accommodation:The itinerary includes multiple nights on the special train sleeper and comfortable hotels in cities along the way, with some cities arranging four-diamond or equivalent hotels, balancing rest quality and local experience.
🗺 ️ 13-day panoramic northern and southern Xinjiang simple itinerary
Day 01:Departure point – 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 – Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – 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
Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities at once, but worried about long journeys and frequent hotel changes? The ‘Tianshan’ 13-day special train connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, continuing operations in 2026, might be the ideal travel method you’re looking for. This tourist train, created by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd., uses a ‘train follows people, people play while train stops’ model to connect the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable journey while on the move.Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
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 – All over China (transfer according to return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
> Warm tips:The itinerary order and some stops may be optimized and changed based on actual conditions; the specific details are subject to the travel notice and contract.
💰 2026 Price and Departure Date Reference
The following are reference price ranges for different departure dates. Actual costs, available seats, and room types are subject to the signed contract and may vary with the schedule.
Departure on May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
🚂 Tianshan: A moving star-rated hotelBlue 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
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999 RMB/person
Departure on July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person
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
Departure on June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
The Tianshan special train adopts a loop design, starting from Urumqi, connecting Beitun, Yining, Kashgar, Turpan, and other places, linking core scenic spots like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and the Pamir Plateau in one line.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
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
Departure on June 13 / 25 / September 5
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, with various options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
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
🛌 Hassle-free travel: Adopts a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning’ model, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day. No need to change train berths throughout the trip; large luggage can be stored in the compartment, so no daily packing is required.Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
Departure on October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
🛌 Multiple room types to meet different needs
Tianshan offers two series of carriages, Blue Diamond and Silver Diamond, to meet different budgets and travel needs.
Blue Diamond Series (Cost-effective choice)
Quadruple Room:Can accommodate 2-4 people, space about 4.9 sqm. The upper berth can be folded to increase activity space. Public toilets and showers are available at both ends of the carriage, suitable for friends or family travel.
Double Room:Converted from a quadruple room, becomes a double space after folding the upper berth, more spacious.
Silver Diamond Series (Comfortable experience)
Presidential Suite:Area about 12 sqm, with bathroom and reception area, suitable for travelers who value privacy.
Executive Double Room:With washbasin, comfortable space.
Double Room/Quadruple Room:Equipped with public toilets and washing areas, meeting different budget needs.
🛋️ Comfortable carriages: The train consists of soft sleepers, hard sleepers, dining cars, bar cars, and multi-functional leisure cars. The carriages provide 24-hour hot water, air conditioning, and charging services, and are decorated with Xinjiang folk elements, creating a warm atmosphere.📋 Cost and Service Description
The following is a reference for cost composition; specific included items are subject to the final signed travel contract.
✅ Costs usually include
Transportation:Xinjiang domestic tourist bus and Tianshan special train corresponding room type seats.
Accommodation:Hotels listed in the itinerary and special train sleeper accommodation.
Meals:Meals specified in the itinerary, including some Xinjiang specialty meals.
Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle bus tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Service:Full-time accompanying staff and local tour guide service.
Others:Urumqi pick-up and drop-off service, travel agency liability insurance.
❌ Costs usually do not include
Round-trip transportation costs from the departure point to Urumqi.
Self-funded projects and personal expenses within the scenic spots.
Single room supplement for solo travelers (the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing).
🏨 Selected accommodation: The itinerary includes multiple nights on the special train sleeper and comfortable hotels in cities along the way, with some cities arranging four-diamond or equivalent hotels, balancing rest quality and local experience.📌 Warm tips
Weather, road conditions, scenic spot opening hours, etc., involved in the itinerary may change; both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
For solo travelers, our agency will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, a supplement must be paid as required.
📞 How to Consult and Register
You can consult and register for this route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat consultation:181-3962-2233 (Please note ‘Tianshan consultation’ when adding)
Registration process:
1. Consult about intended schedule, available seats, and room types by phone or WeChat.
2. Submit traveler information, and the travel agency will pre-register.
3. Confirm itinerary details, sign a formal travel contract, and make payment.
4. About 7 days before departure, receive the travel notice and prepare to depart.
> 💡 Registration tips
> To protect your rights, please be sure to register through a formal travel agency, sign a unified electronic contract under national tourism service supervision, and keep payment receipts. Choosing a travel agency with physical qualifications that can provide formal invoices and contracts will make your trip more secure.
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)
