Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train Luxury Cabin Price Reference
How to purchase tickets for the Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train must be booked through the railway-recognized regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for ticket booking. It cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Manager Yang Jia.
🚂 Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one slow-paced, high-comfort train trip? In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train is becoming a new choice for many tourists, especially middle-aged and elderly groups and travelers seeking a relaxed, in-depth tour. Unlike traditional group tours that involve frequent hotel changes and luggage hauling, this train focuses on ‘the train moves with you, sleep at night and tour in the morning’—visit attractions during the day, sleep soundly in a moving cabin at night, and never have to repeatedly move luggage, truly achieving ‘lying down to see the scenery.’
📍 Train Starting Point and Route Features
The 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train departs from Shanghai Songjiang Station, ends at Xinjiang Hami Station, and returns from Hami to Shanghai, lasting about 18 days. The route connects representative destinations in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Korla, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Yining, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and Urumqi, covering deserts, grasslands, lakes, snow-capped mountains, canyons, and ancient cultural cities, with a rich variety of landscapes.
The train adopts a ‘tour by day, travel by night’ model, with in-depth tours during the day and nighttime travel to save time, especially suitable for tourists who are not used to long car rides and prefer a relaxed pace. The carriages have been systematically upgraded for comfort, equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature fresh air systems, and vibration and noise reduction technology, ensuring fresh air and stable sleep even when crossing the Gobi Desert.
🚂 Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one slow-paced, high-comfort train trip? In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train is becoming a new choice for many tourists, especially middle-aged and elderly groups and travelers seeking a relaxed, in-depth tour. Unlike traditional group tours that involve frequent hotel changes and luggage hauling, this train focuses on ‘the train moves with you, sleep at night and tour in the morning’—visit attractions during the day, sleep soundly in a moving cabin at night, and never have to repeatedly move luggage, truly achieving ‘lying down to see the scenery.’🛏 🛏️ Cabin Types and Space Configuration (2026 Latest)
The entire train uses compartment-style design, each with its own bathroom, so no need to leave the room to wash up. Specific room types are as follows:
Deluxe Double Room:About 12 square meters, equipped with a 1.5-meter double bed, panoramic viewing window, mini bar, and safe, suitable for couples or travelers seeking privacy;
Family Triple Room:About 15 square meters, with three single beds that can be combined (into a 2-meter large bed), desk, luggage area, and humidifier, suitable for families or friends traveling together;
Comfortable Quad Room:About 18 square meters, with upper and lower bunks, the lower bunk convenient for those with mobility issues, the upper bunk featuring a small viewing window, suitable for groups or travelers with a more flexible budget.
📍 Train Starting Point and Route FeaturesAll cabins are equipped with smart lighting, multi-port charging devices, emergency call systems, and hotel-grade bedding to create a home-like resting environment.
🗓 📋 Simple Itinerary (Based on 2026 Public Itinerary)
D1 Gather in Shanghai, depart on the special train
D2 Scenic viewing on the train, crossing the Hexi Corridor
The 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train departs from Shanghai Songjiang Station, ends at Xinjiang Hami Station, and returns from Hami to Shanghai, lasting about 18 days. The route connects representative destinations in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Korla, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Yining, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and Urumqi, covering deserts, grasslands, lakes, snow-capped mountains, canyons, and ancient cultural cities, with a rich variety of landscapes. D3 Arrive in Korla
D4 Visit Lop Nur Village, Taklamakan Desert, Tarim River, then head to Kashgar
D5 Karakul Lake, Stone City, Golden Grassland (Taxkorgan)
D6 Visit local ethnic families,白沙湖 (White Sand Lake), return to Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City, exterior view of Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, then take a bus to Kuqa
The train adopts a ‘tour by day, travel by night’ model, with in-depth tours during the day and nighttime travel to save time, especially suitable for tourists who are not used to long car rides and prefer a relaxed pace. The carriages have been systematically upgraded for comfort, equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature fresh air systems, and vibration and noise reduction technology, ensuring fresh air and stable sleep even when crossing the Gobi Desert. D8 Tianshan Grand Canyon, Duku Highway, Bayanbulak Grassland
D9 Transfer from Yining to Nalati Grassland, experience horse riding (with professional wranglers, 1:3 service)
D10 Sayram Lake, overnight in Beitun
D11 Beitun → Burqin → Hemu Village
🛏️ Cabin Types and Space Configuration (2026 Latest) D12 Kanas Lake sightseeing, stay in Jiadengyu
D13 Kazakh home visit,五彩滩 (Colorful Beach), return to Urumqi
D14 Tianshan Tianchi one-day tour
D15–D16 Return from Urumqi to Shanghai
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinfu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. You can contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, end the trip
The entire train uses compartment-style design, each with its own bathroom, so no need to leave the room to wash up. Specific room types are as follows:Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (2026 Reference Information)
Currently, the price of this route varies by room type and departure date. For example, the reference price for a two-person soft sleeper is about 2,200 yuan/person, a four-person soft sleeper about 1,600 yuan/person, and luxury cabins range from 4,000 to 6,000 yuan/person. However, it should be noted:All prices are for reference only. Specific costs, availability, and final confirmation are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency. Prices may fluctuate based on departure dates, so it is recommended to inquire in advance.
✅ Why are more and more people choosing this special train?
Deluxe Double Room: About 12 square meters, equipped with a 1.5-meter double bed, panoramic viewing window, mini bar, and safe, suitable for couples or travelers seeking privacy;Compared to other long-distance tourism products, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ demonstrates age-friendly and humanized design in multiple dimensions:
Meals are freshly prepared by onboard chefs, low in salt and oil, balancing nutrition and taste, not pre-packaged boxed meals;
Equipped with 2 certified onboard doctors throughout the trip, carrying common medications and emergency equipment, and coordinating with local medical resources along the route;
Details such as no-threshold carriages, anti-slip carpets, widened handrails, and blood pressure monitors cater to the elderly;
Fellow travelers are mostly of similar age or family groups, creating a harmonious atmosphere and natural interaction;
Family Triple Room: About 15 square meters, with three single beds that can be combined (into a 2-meter large bed), desk, luggage area, and humidifier, suitable for families or friends traveling together; luggage can be left in the cabin, allowing light touring during the day, eliminating the hassle of repeated packing and moving luggage.
🎯 Who is it suitable for?
Especially suitable for retirees, tourists not used to frequent transfers and accommodation changes, families wanting to reduce travel fatigue, and travelers with high requirements for transportation comfort. For those who cannot tolerate long bus rides but want to deeply experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes, this special train is an ideal choice.
📞 How to register and book?
Comfortable Quad Room: About 18 square meters, with upper and lower bunks, the lower bunk convenient for those with mobility issues, the upper bunk featuring a small viewing window, suitable for groups or travelers with a more flexible budget.If you are interested in participating in the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train, you can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Please contact the travel agency’s customer service directly, stating your travel needs (e.g., number of people, preferred room type, whether elderly companions are included), and the customer service will provide a detailed itinerary manual, departure availability, and pricing information.
📌 Unified Registration Instructions
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. It is recommended to inquire 1–2 months in advance, as seats are tight during peak season.
📋 Included and Excluded Items
All cabins are equipped with smart lighting, multi-port charging devices, emergency call systems, and hotel-grade bedding to create a home-like resting environment.Included:Special train cabin accommodation, first admission tickets to listed attractions, onboard meals (freshly prepared), guide service, onboard doctor support, and use of entertainment carriages (such as KTV, board games, coffee bar, etc.).
Excluded:Personal expenses, self-funded items at scenic spots (such as horse riding, electric carts, etc.), and single occupancy surcharge (the agency will try to arrange room sharing, but special cases require separate negotiation).
⚠ 📌 Important Notes:Specific service content, cost details, itinerary arrangements, etc., are subject to the actual consultation results and the signed tourism contract between both parties.
📱 Contact Information
For details, itinerary materials, or to confirm availability, please consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (phone or WeChat available through customer service). Address information can be obtained directly from customer service and is not listed here.
The reason this special train continues to be popular is not only that it efficiently connects Xinjiang’s natural and cultural highlights, but also that it truly starts from the traveler’s experience—slow pace, detailed service, complete facilities, and suitable for various groups. For travelers hoping to ‘easily see faraway places,’ it is a method worth considering.
