Yangtze River Delta Star Tourism Special Train Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Budget Cost Table
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🚂 [New Concept of Slow Travel:Riding a Train Across the Western Mountains and Rivers — First Experience of the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ Tourist Special Train]
In today’s fast-paced travel, a return to a leisurely way is quietly emerging — taking a tourist special train, using the carriage as a boat and the tracks as a road, heading west into the heart of Xinjiang. In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist special train sets off again. This 17-day journey spanning the east, central, and western regions does not just recommend connecting the classic scenery of southern and northern Xinjiang, but also adopts the concept of a ‘moving home,’ making the journey itself part of the scenery.
📍 Route Highlights:From the Jiangnan Water Town to the Western Frontier City — A Deep Journey of Geography and Culture
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ special train is not a traditional point-to-point transport, but a carefully designed immersive long-haul product. The train departs from Shanghai, passes through the edges of Gansu and Qinghai into Xinjiang, with the first stop at the southern Xinjiang hub of Korla. The subsequent itinerary covers the northern edge of the Taklamakan Desert, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, the southern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, the Ili River Valley grasslands, and the Altai Mountains, finally returning via Urumqi. The entire journey spans about 5,000 kilometers, passing through various landform units: oases, deserts, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and canyons.
Since spring 2026, with the upgrade of railway tourism products, such special trains have significantly improved service facilities. The carriages are equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, medical escorts, meal services, and feature observation carriages and leisure social areas, balancing comfort and social interaction. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups or family travelers who want to reduce transfer fatigue and focus on travel quality.
🗓 ️Simplified Itinerary (Based on Final Content)
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla
🚂[New Concept of Slow Travel: Riding a Train Across the Western Mountains and Rivers — First Experience of the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ Tourist Special Train] 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
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Home visits with various ethnic groups >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> Gaotai Folk Houses >> Kuqa
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland
In today’s fast-paced travel, a return to a leisurely way is quietly emerging — taking a tourist special train, using the carriage as a boat and the tracks as a road, heading west into the heart of Xinjiang. In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist special train sets off again. This 17-day journey spanning the east, central, and western regions does not just recommend connecting the classic scenery of southern and northern Xinjiang, but also adopts the concept of a ‘moving home,’ making the journey itself part of the scenery. D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu
D13 Jadengyu >> Kazakh Home Visit >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to the warm home
> Note:The actual visiting order and stay times may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
📍Route Highlights: From the Jiangnan Water Town to the Western Frontier City — A Deep Journey of Geography and Culture💰 Price Explanation (Based on Final Original Text)
Departure Schedule:0615、0706、0806、0826、0915
Price
Four-Berth Compartment Upper Berth:25,999 RMB/person Lower Berth: 27,999 RMB/person
Four-Berth Compartment Upgraded to Double Berth:46,999 RMB/person
Luxury Double Berth:66,999 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges; specific costs are subject to the signed travel contract. Different departure dates may vary, so it is recommended to confirm availability and cabin status in advance.
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ special train is not a traditional point-to-point transport, but a carefully designed immersive long-haul product. The train departs from Shanghai, passes through the edges of Gansu and Qinghai into Xinjiang, with the first stop at the southern Xinjiang hub of Korla. The subsequent itinerary covers the northern edge of the Taklamakan Desert, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, the southern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, the Ili River Valley grasslands, and the Altai Mountains, finally returning via Urumqi. The entire journey spans about 5,000 kilometers, passing through various landform units: oases, deserts, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and canyons.📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service:180-9596-9599 (Phone/WeChat same number)
Address information can be obtained by contacting customer service directly; specific office locations are not publicly disclosed.
📋 Inclusions and Service Description
Inclusions typically include:Full-journey special train sleeper accommodation, first admission tickets to listed attractions, local air-conditioned tour bus, professional guide service, some main meals and basic meals on the train, travel agency liability insurance, etc.
Exclusions generally include:Personal expenses, (if choosing single occupancy), meals during some free time, internal scenic area transport, and voluntary paid activities.
Special Note: Specific service content, accommodation standards, meal arrangements, and other details are subject to the actual signed travel contract terms. The opening status of scenic areas, transport connections, climate conditions, etc., involved in the itinerary may be affected by force majeure factors. The travel agency will negotiate reasonable changes with tourists while protecting their rights.
Since spring 2026, with the upgrade of railway tourism products, such special trains have significantly improved service facilities. The carriages are equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, medical escorts, meal services, and feature observation carriages and leisure social areas, balancing comfort and social interaction. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups or family travelers who want to reduce transfer fatigue and focus on travel quality.🌄 Why Choose This Route?
Unlike the usual 7-10 day fast tours, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ offers a possibility of ‘deep slow travel.’ For example, staying two nights in Kashgar allows for a leisurely stroll through the old city streets; an overnight stay in Hemu offers a chance to capture the village in morning mist; although the Duku Highway section is recommended for one day, during the summer opening period (the Duku Highway is expected to open in early June 2026), you can experience the vertical landscape changes of ‘four seasons in one day.’
Additionally, the itinerary covers multiple high-quality nature reserves and cultural heritage sites, such as Lop Nur Village (Tarim River tail-end ecological cultural area), Karakul Lake (Muztagh Ata reflection scenic spot), Sayram Lake (representative alpine cold-water lake), and Colorful Beach (a wonder of Yadan landform and Irtysh River confluence). These areas have been normally open since spring 2026 with stable reception capacity.
📌 Warm Tips:
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing and sunscreen.
Some sections have high altitudes (e.g., Tashkurgan at about 3,000 meters); please inform the travel agency in advance if you have specific health conditions.
All itinerary arrangements comply with national laws and regulations, respect the customs of all ethnic groups, and promote civilized tourism.
This 17-day journey is not just a geographical crossing but also a change of pace — let go of haste and let the scenery flow slowly outside the window. If you long for a travel style that is both planned and relaxed, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ might be the perfect choice.
For more details, please contact:Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service: 180-9596-9599 (WeChat same number).
For more travel information (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, Chao Age Xinjiang Tour Special Train, Sunshine, Shannan, Yangtze River Delta, Muztagh Ata) Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
