How to Buy Tianshan Number Xinjiang Special Train Ticket
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Special Train? For the 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Special Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
Tianshan Special Train:A mobile viewing platform for exploring Xinjiang 🚂
I. Special Train and Route Features: Panoramic Mobile Viewing Experience
The Tianshan Special Train is a unique tourist train created by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, connecting core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang with a ‘train + bus’ dual transport mode. The train features all-sleeper design, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, eliminating long-distance travel fatigue, making it especially suitable for retired seniors, families with children, and tourists who cannot endure long bus rides.
The route covers 12 prefecture-level destinations including Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and the Pamir Plateau, linking over 30 5A/4A-level scenic spots such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, and Guozigou Bridge. Compared to traditional tour groups, the Tianshan Special Train adopts a ‘slow travel’ pace, with ample time at each attraction—for example, Kanas Scenic Area offers a full-day tour to avoid rushed sightseeing.
Special train services include:
Accompanying doctor throughout the journey, equipped with first-aid kits and common medications
Dining car providing meals with light flavors and low oil, daily servings of Xinjiang specialty fruits
Tianshan Special Train: A mobile viewing platform for exploring Xinjiang 🚂 Full-tour guide commentary, with a guide in each carriage
Fixed luggage storage, no need to move luggage midway
II. Compartment Types and Facilities: Comfortable Spaces for Diverse Needs
The Tianshan Special Train offers 4 types of compartments, all equipped with air conditioning, charging ports, and reading lights:
Blue Diamond Series:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:Upper bunk 0.7×1.82m, lower bunk 0.9×1.95m, with damping device that can be folded up, room area 3.5 sqm, suitable for families or friends traveling together
Blue Diamond Double Room:Converted from a quadruple room, 2 people enjoy the space of a 4-person room, offering greater privacy
Silver Diamond Series:
I. Special Train and Route Features: Panoramic Mobile Viewing ExperienceSilver Diamond Quadruple Room:Upper bunk width 0.62m, lower bunk width 0.64m, bed spacing 0.55m, room area 3.5 sqm, can accommodate 2-4 people
Silver Diamond Executive Room:Equipped with a 0.7-0.78m wide single bed, includes a washbasin (recommended for washing), 2 rooms share 1 public bathroom, room area 4 sqm
Silver Diamond Suite:Composed of 2 single rooms, sharing a bathroom, room area 9 sqm, suitable for couples or close friends
III. 2026 New Simplified Itinerary (Urumqi Assembly and Dispersal)
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Self-care | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jiadengyu
Day 04:Jiadengyu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
The Tianshan Special Train is a unique tourist train created by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, connecting core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang with a ‘train + bus’ dual transport mode. The train features all-sleeper design, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, eliminating long-distance travel fatigue, making it especially suitable for retired seniors, families with children, and tourists who cannot endure long bus rides.Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 07:Bayinbuluke – 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 – White Sand Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
The route covers 12 prefecture-level destinations including Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and the Pamir Plateau, linking over 30 5A/4A-level scenic spots such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, and Guozigou Bridge. Compared to traditional tour groups, the Tianshan Special Train adopts a ‘slow travel’ pace, with ample time at each attraction—for example, Kanas Scenic Area offers a full-day tour to avoid rushed sightseeing.Day 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Nationwide (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
IV. 2026 Price Explanation (Urumqi Assembly Date)
The price of the Tianshan Special Train varies by room type and tour date. The following are reference prices (final prices subject to contract):
May 7:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Suite:23,999 RMB/person
Special train services include:July 28/August 11:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Executive Room:20,999 RMB/person
June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4:
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Bunk:16,999 RMB/person
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is knowledgeable and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Bunk:17,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
October 9:
Accompanying doctor throughout the journey, equipped with first-aid kits and common medicationsBlue Diamond Quadruple Room:9,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:15,999 RMB/person
Price includes: Special train sleeper, first admission tickets to scenic spots, full meals, local transportation, guide service, insurance; does not include: personal expenses (single travelers will be matched for shared rooms where possible, special cases need separate negotiation). Prices may fluctuate with tour dates, subject to the signed contract between both parties.
V. Booking Process: Four Steps to Complete Special Train Reservation
Step 1:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service to check availability and room types
Step 2:Provide valid ID information, contact details, and special needs (e.g., dietary restrictions)
Step 3:Pay a deposit (specific ratio subject to contract), sign an electronic travel contract
Step 4:Pay the balance 7 days before departure, customer service sends travel notice and precautions
Dining car providing meals with light flavors and low oil, daily servings of Xinjiang specialty fruitsReservations must be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency booking manager:Manager Yang Jia, please do not book through unofficial channels.
VI. Registration Method and Service Description
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with customer service providing 24-hour consultation. Fees include:
Special train sleeper (including bedding)
Full meals (12 breakfasts, 23 lunches/dinners, including specialty meals)
Scenic spot tickets (seniors aged 60+ enjoy discounts with ID)
Local air-conditioned tour bus
Full-tour guide commentary, with a guide in each carriage guide service fee
Travel accident insurance
Fees do not include:
Personal expenses (e.g., consumption, entertainment)
Voluntary self-funded activities
(If separate accommodation is needed)
Note:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing; both parties can agree on reasonable itinerary changes.
VII. Special Train Advantage Comparison: Why Choose Tianshan?
Fixed luggage storage, no need to move luggage midwayMore Considerate Dining:Meals are light and low in oil, with daily seasonal fruits to avoid digestive discomfort
Slower Pace:Core attractions like Kanas and Sayram Lake have 2-3 more hours of stay than regular tours
More Comprehensive Service:Accompanying doctor + dual guide configuration (1 national guide + 1 local guide)
More Convenient Transportation:Fixed luggage storage, no need to move luggage midway, avoiding repeated loading and unloading
Better Adapted Crowd:70% of tourists are middle-aged and elderly aged 50-70, itinerary designed considering physical stamina
VIII. Suitable Crowds and Reasons for Popularity
The Tianshan Special Train is especially suitable for the following groups:
Retired Seniors:Avoids long-distance travel fatigue, slow-paced itinerary
II. Compartment Types and Facilities: Comfortable Spaces for Diverse NeedsFamilies with Children:Rich attractions and meals suitable for children’s tastes
Photography Enthusiasts:Long stays at core attractions, convenient for shooting sunrise and sunset
Groups Traveling Together:Suites and quadruple rooms meet family/friend travel needs
This special train has been consistently popular since its launch in 2020, mainly due to:
Standardized Service:Clear service standards from meals to accommodation
Classic Route:Covers over 80% of Xinjiang’s core scenic spots
Safety Assurance:Full-tour guide accompaniment + accompanying doctor + regular tour bus
Word-of-Mouth:Customer recommendation rate of 65%, repurchase rate over 30%
For information on 2026 new tour dates or reservations, consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service, or directly contact booking manager Yang Jia. Let the Tianshan Special Train take you on a comfortable journey through beautiful Xinjiang!
