Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train 17 Day Itinerary Details and Price

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Explore the Northwest:Yangtze River Delta Star 17-Day Special Train In-Depth Tour Full Guide ✨
[Route Highlights:Mobile Observation Deck + Cultural Corridor]
The Yangtze River Delta Star tourist special train is designed with the concept of “slow travel,” cleverly combining the special train with an in-depth tour of the Northwest. The newly upgraded train in 2026 is equipped with panoramic observation cars, each featuring large viewing windows and lounge areas, allowing passengers to enjoy the magnificent landscapes of the Gobi, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands along the way at any time. The train travels at night and stops at core scenic spots during the day, saving long travel time while ensuring ample time for sightseeing.
🚂 Mobile “Cultural Museum”:The train cars feature a special Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage exhibition area, showcasing handicrafts such as embroidery and pottery from various ethnic groups. Daily cultural lectures on ethnic groups are arranged, with local intangible cultural heritage inheritors demonstrating traditional skills live. The train’s dining area offers specialty cuisines from northern and southern Xinjiang, from Korla fragrant pears to Kashgar baked buns, from Yili milk tea to Turpan raisins, with a daily rotating regional theme menu.
[Simple Itinerary]
Quick Itinerary Overview
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla
D2 Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the motherland along the way
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar

Explore the Northwest: Yangtze River Delta Star 17-Day Special Train In-Depth Tour Full Guide ✨ D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan County
D6 Ethnic Group Home Visit >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> High-Platform Dwellings >> Kuqa
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jia Deng Yu
D13 Jia Deng Yu >> Kazakh Home Visit >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai

[Route Highlights: Mobile Observation Deck + Cultural Corridor] D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to warm home
[Price Explanation]
2026 Latest Reference Price (subject to contract):
Four-Bed Room Upper Berth:25,999 RMB/person Lower Berth: 27,999 RMB/person
Four-Bed Room Upgrade to Double Room:46,999 RMB/person
Luxury Double Room:66,999 RMB/person
Price Includes:
√ Full journey special train sleeper fee
√ 12 nights local four-star accommodation (with breakfast)
√ 28 main meals (including 6 specialty meals)
√ First admission tickets to scenic spots + shuttle bus

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
The Yangtze River Delta Star tourist special train is designed with the concept of “slow travel,” cleverly combining the special train with an in-depth tour of the Northwest. The newly upgraded train in 2026 is equipped with panoramic observation cars, each featuring large viewing windows and lounge areas, allowing passengers to enjoy the magnificent landscapes of the Gobi, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands along the way at any time. The train travels at night and stops at core scenic spots during the day, saving long travel time while ensuring ample time for sightseeing. √ Professional tour guide service
√ Travel accident insurance
Price Explanation:
Prices may fluctuate with peak and off-peak seasons. Children (under 1.2 meters) not occupying a bed get a 3,000 RMB/person discount. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Current departure slots are tight; advance booking 30 days prior is recommended.
[In-Depth Experience:Three Unmissable Scenarios]
🌄 Taklamakan Desert Stargazing Camping (D4)
Set up tents at the edge of the desert, experience camel riding to the top of the dunes. Use professional astronomical telescopes at night to observe the Milky Way, with experts from the Xinjiang Observatory of the Chinese Academy of Sciences explaining star knowledge. Special arrangements include a desert bonfire party, tasting roast whole lamb and desert watermelon.
🏔 Pamir Plateau Cultural Crossing (D5-D6)
Drive along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, stop at Subash Daban at an altitude of 4,100 meters to capture the reflection of Muztagh Ata Peak. Visit ethnic group villages, participate in “eagle flute” making experience, and learn traditional eagle dance steps. Arrange sketching teaching by Baisha Lake, providing oil painting tools and professional guidance.
🌿 Nalati Grassland Ecology Class (D9)

🚂 Mobile “Cultural Museum”: The train cars feature a special Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage exhibition area, showcasing handicrafts such as embroidery and pottery from various ethnic groups. Daily cultural lectures on ethnic groups are arranged, with local intangible cultural heritage inheritors demonstrating traditional skills live. The train’s dining area offers specialty cuisines from northern and southern Xinjiang, from Korla fragrant pears to Kashgar baked buns, from Yili milk tea to Turpan raisins, with a daily rotating regional theme menu.Set up a mobile classroom on the aerial grassland, with professors from Xinjiang Agricultural University explaining the alpine meadow ecosystem. Participate in daily labor of local ethnic groups, learning skills like milking cows and making naan bread. In the evening, enjoy horse milk wine at a grassland concert and listen to dombra performances.
[Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, consult Manager Wang Fei at 180-9596-9599 (same as WeChat). Registration requires valid ID information and a health certificate. Those over 65 years old need to sign a health commitment letter.
[Fee Explanation and Service Description]
√ Fee Includes:Special train fee, accommodation and meals, tickets and transportation, tour guide service, insurance
× Fee Excludes:Personal expenses, (approximately 4,500 RMB/full journey), optional activities
√ Service Standards:Medical team throughout, 1 certified guide per 20 people
√ Special Notes:In case of extreme weather or policy changes, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement
[2026 Latest Policy Reminder]
1. Scenic Spot Reservation: Core scenic spots like Tianshan Tianchi and Kanas implement time-slot reservation system, requiring valid ID information 3 days in advance
2. Traffic Control: Duku Highway is open from June to October each year, specific dates subject to traffic department announcements

[Simple Itinerary]3. Cultural Activities: Kashgar Old City opening ceremony changed to two sessions at 10:30/18:00 daily
4. Dining Upgrade: New vegetarian area added in Nalati Scenic Area to meet diverse dietary needs
[Pre-Trip Preparation Checklist]
Documents:Valid ID, health code (Xinjiang Government Service Mini Program)
Clothing:Jacket (for high-altitude areas), sun protection gear, comfortable hiking shoes
Medications:Motion sickness medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, altitude sickness medication (Rhodiola, etc.)
Electronics:Power bank (recommended 20,000mAh or above), spare camera batteries
[Travel Tips]
▶ Best Photography Times:Sayram Lake sunrise (around 7:20), Kanas starry sky (1-3 AM)
▶ Specialty Shopping:Urumqi Grand Bazaar recommends buying Atlas silk, Yingjisha knives (need to be checked in)
▶ Ethnic Etiquette:Remove shoes and wear long pants when entering, ask for permission before taking photos with locals
Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Wang Fei at 180-9596-9599 for 2026 latest departure slot information and customized service plans. Let this mobile Northwest cultural journey become the brightest star in your memory! ✨
For more travel consultation (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, Anyi, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream, Lindu, Yichun, Kunming, Starlight Lancang-Mekong, Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan, Tianshan, Chief National Train, Cross-Province Special Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang, Dahezhinan, Baiyun, Silver Age Xinjiang Tour, Trendy Age Xinjiang Tour Special Train, Sunshine, Shannan, Yangtze River Delta, Muztagh Ata) Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)