Tianshan Xinjiang Tourist Train Pre sale and Ticketing Guide How to Buy Tickets for Tianshan Xinjiang Tourist Train 2026 Price List
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tianshan Ticket Booking Center
🚂 Want to travel Xinjiang on the ‘Tianshan’ train but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this guide to the pre-sale and booking process will walk you through everything from understanding the route to successfully booking, helping you easily start your Xinjiang journey.
🗺 ️ Tianshan:Mobile ‘Xinjiang in Miniature’
The ‘Tianshan’ is a tourist train operated by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd., known as a ‘mobile star-rated hotel.’ It uses a ‘train follows passengers, passengers play while train stops, depart in the evening and arrive in the morning’ model, allowing you to sleep comfortably in a sleeper and wake up at a new scenic spot.
Itinerary Overview:The entire trip lasts about 12-13 days, starting and ending in Urumqi, connecting the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang.
Core Experience:In one journey, you can enjoy snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and the customs of various ethnic groups.
Train Facilities:The carriages are divided into different classes such as Blue Diamond and Silver Diamond, equipped with comfortable sleepers, shared bathrooms, dining cars, and leisure areas. Some high-end rooms also have private bathrooms.
📅 Simple Itinerary Overview
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pickup 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
Day 04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Wucai 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
🚂 Want to travel Xinjiang on the ‘Tianshan’ train but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this guide to the pre-sale and booking process will walk you through everything from understanding the route to successfully booking, helping you easily start your Xinjiang journey.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 -白沙湖 – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Tash 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
💰 Price and Departure Date Explanation
The price of the ‘Tianshan’ varies greatly depending on the departure date and room type. Below are some schedules and reference prices. Actual costs are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
I. Schedules (Urumqi Assembly Date) and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
🗺️ Tianshan: Mobile ‘Xinjiang in Miniature’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
2. 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
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center
The ‘Tianshan’ is a tourist train operated by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd., known as a ‘mobile star-rated hotel.’ It uses a ‘train follows passengers, passengers play while train stops, depart in the evening and arrive in the morning’ model, allowing you to sleep comfortably in a sleeper and wake up at a new scenic spot.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
4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
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
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
Itinerary Overview: The entire trip lasts about 12-13 days, starting and ending in Urumqi, connecting the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang.5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
💡 Warm Tips
The above are prices for some schedules. Prices vary significantly between different schedules, berths, and room types.
Prices may be affected by holidays, policies, and other factors. Please refer to the contract signed with the travel agency for specifics.
📝 How to Register and Book
You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. It is recommended to plan early, especially during the peak season from June to September, when spots and berths are more limited.
1. Inquiry and Selection
#☎️ Inquiry:Contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, informing them of the number of travelers, time, budget, and berth preferences.
Get Materials:Request a detailed itinerary and price explanation to understand what is included (e.g., transportation, accommodation, meals, tickets).
2. Confirmation and Contract
Submit Information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers for booking and related procedures.
Core Experience: In one journey, you can enjoy snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and the customs of various ethnic groups.Payment and Contract:After paying a deposit, the travel agency will send an electronic contract for your review. Carefully read the itinerary, costs, cancellation and change rules, and other terms. Confirm and sign after verification.
3. Pre-Trip Preparation
Receive Notifications:Before departure, the travel agency will send a departure notice with details such as assembly time and location.
Prepare Documents:Please bring valid ID and other necessary documents. If you have special documents (e.g., senior citizen card, student card), bring them as well to potentially enjoy ticket discounts.
💡 Cost and Service Explanation
Included Costs:Typically cover train sleeper seats, ground transportation, hotel accommodation within the itinerary, most meals, first admission tickets to attractions, guide services, and travel agency liability insurance.
Excluded Costs:Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, laundry), self-funded items not specified in the itinerary, additional costs due to force majeure, etc.
Service Features:The train provides 24-hour hot water, air conditioning, charging facilities, etc. It has dining cars and leisure areas, and some schedules include bar cars and entertainment cars. Ground itineraries include special meals and folk experience activities.
> Please Note:Specific inclusions, service details, and discount explanations are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
⚠ ️ Travel Tips
Clothing Preparation:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, prepare a thick jacket. For trips to the Pamir Plateau, bring warm clothing.
Sun Protection and Moisturizing:Xinjiang has strong sunlight and dry air. Prepare high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, lip balm, and moisturizing skincare products.
Health and Safety:Some sections of the itinerary are at high altitudes. If you feel unwell, inform the guide immediately. Follow medical advice and act within your limits. Keep personal belongings safe and valuables close.
Itinerary Changes:In case of weather, road conditions, or other force majeure factors, the travel agency may make reasonable changes to the itinerary. Please understand and cooperate.
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