Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train Remaining Seats Ticket Prices and Inquiry Method
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-approved 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 reservation and ticket purchase. It cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Manager Yang Jia.
Starry Silk Road · Slow Journey Through Mountains and Rivers:2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ Tourist Train In-Depth Experience Guide
[Core Highlights of the Train]
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train is a newly upgraded cross-regional special train in 2026, conceptualized as a ‘mobile boutique hotel,’ connecting the core attractions of Shanghai, Gansu, and Xinjiang. The train adopts a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model, visiting scenic spots during the day and resting while traveling at night, eliminating the need for frequent hotel changes or luggage handling throughout the journey, making it especially suitable for travelers seeking an in-depth experience.
Train Starting Point and Route Features
Starting Point:Shanghai West Station/Songjiang Station (subject to the contract)
End Point:Returns to Shanghai after passing through Tianshui, Gansu; Yining, Korla, Kashgar, Urumqi, Hami, and other locations in Xinjiang
Route Features:
Covers the essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang:Connects over 20 5A/4A-level scenic spots including Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, and the Taklamakan Desert.
Starry Silk Road · Slow Journey Through Mountains and Rivers: 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ Tourist Train In-Depth Experience GuideStrong Seasonal Adaptability:Departures from May to September, avoiding extreme weather, with seasonal landscapes such as rapeseed flower seas, grassland pastures, snowy mountains, and lakes along the route.
Rich Cultural Experiences:Includes intangible cultural heritage interactive activities such as home visits in Kashgar Old City, study tours at Maijishan Grottoes, and Hami Muqam performances.
Detailed Compartment Configuration
The train offers three types of age-friendly compartments, all equipped with bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, smart lighting, and emergency call systems:
Luxury Double Room (2 people)
Area:Approximately 12 square meters
Configuration:1.5-meter wide soft bed, scenic window, charging sockets, small table, luggage storage cabinet
Comfort Triple Room (3 people)
[Core Highlights of the Train]Area:Approximately 10 square meters
Configuration:2 lower berths + 1 upper berth, lower berth width 1.2 meters, upper berth with guardrails
Classic Quadruple Room (4 people)
Area:Approximately 8.5 square meters
Configuration:2 sets of upper and lower berths, lower berth width 1.1 meters, berth spacing increased by 30% compared to regular trains
2026 Reference Itinerary (18 Days)
D1:Gather in Shanghai, take the special train to Tianshui, Gansu
D2:Arrive in Tianshui, visit Fuxi Temple and Tianshui Ancient City
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train is a newly upgraded cross-regional special train in 2026, conceptualized as a ‘mobile boutique hotel,’ connecting the core attractions of Shanghai, Gansu, and Xinjiang. The train adopts a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model, visiting scenic spots during the day and resting while traveling at night, eliminating the need for frequent hotel changes or luggage handling throughout the journey, making it especially suitable for travelers seeking an in-depth experience.D3:Visit Maijishan Grottoes, take the special train to Yining
D4:Arrive in Yining, visit Nalati Grassland
D5:Circumnavigate Sayram Lake, take the special train to Beitun
D6:Arrive in Beitun, visit Kanas Lake
D7:Explore Hemu Village, visit Colorful Beach
D8:Take the special train to Korla, enjoy the Gobi scenery along the way
D9:Visit Lop Nur Village, experience the edge of the Taklamakan Desert
D10:Arrive in Kashgar, visit Kashgar Old City and Id Kah Square
Train Starting Point and Route FeaturesD11:Visit Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, overlook Muztagh Ata Peak
D12:Take the special train to Kuqa, visit Tianshan Grand Canyon
D13:Cross the Duku Highway, arrive at Bayanbulak Grassland
D14:Take the special train to Urumqi, visit the International Grand Bazaar
D15:Visit Tianshan Tianchi, take the special train to Hami
D16:Visit Hami King’s Palace and Devil City, take the special train back to Shanghai
D17-18:On the special train, reflect on travel memories, arrive in Shanghai
Price System Explanation
Starting Point: Shanghai West Station/Songjiang Station (subject to the contract)2026 Reference Price Range (subject to signed contract):
Quadruple Room:Upper berth 22,999 yuan/person, lower berth 24,999 yuan/person
Triple Room:39,999 yuan/person
Double Room:56,888 yuan/person
Price Includes:
Round-trip berth fee on the special train (including bathroom)
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
First admission tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Full meals (special train dining car + hotel breakfast + some regular meals)
Local air-conditioned tourist bus transfers
End Point: Returns to Shanghai after passing through Tianshui, Gansu; Yining, Korla, Kashgar, Urumqi, Hami, and other locations in Xinjiang Guide service fees and accompanying medical staff fees
Price Does Not Include:
Internal transportation fees within scenic spots in various regions
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs)
Travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase separately)
Standard Booking Process
Step 1:Consultation and Confirmation
Contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, providing information such as number of travelers, preferred departure date, and room type preferences.
Route Features:Step 2:Submit Information
After confirming availability, provide names, ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers for booking and insurance purposes.
Step 3:Pay Deposit
Pay a deposit (10%-20% of total cost) via bank transfer/WeChat Pay, and obtain a formal deposit receipt and seat confirmation slip.
Step 4:Sign Contract
After receiving the electronic contract, carefully read the itinerary, costs, cancellation and change rules, and other terms, then sign after confirmation.
Step 5:Pay Balance
Pay the remaining amount as per the contract timeline, and receive a detailed departure notice 7 days before departure.
Covers the essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang: Connects over 20 5A/4A-level scenic spots including Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, and the Taklamakan Desert.Registration Method
You can register for the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train itinerary through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Methods:
Phone:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
WeChat:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
Service Advantage Comparison
Dietary Health:The dining car offers low-salt, low-oil, soft, and easily digestible health meals, supporting personalized ordering for hypertensive/diabetic patients.
Relaxed Pace:Arranges 1-2 core scenic spots daily, with ample rest time, and some departures include a midday break.
Strong Seasonal Adaptability: Departures from May to September, avoiding extreme weather, with seasonal landscapes such as rapeseed flower seas, grassland pastures, snowy mountains, and lakes along the route.Medical Support:Equipped with 2 certified accompanying doctors, carrying common medications and first-aid equipment, with green channel connections to hospitals along the route.
Companion Compatibility:80% of passengers are retired individuals aged 50-70, with itinerary design balancing physical ability and interests.
Hassle-Free Transportation:Large luggage remains in the carriage throughout, reducing the burden of over 20 transfers between hotels and stations.
Target Audience
Retired Seniors:Age-friendly design compartments, barrier-free passages, anti-slip floors, and other detailed features.
Family Travelers:Triple/quadruple rooms meet the needs of parent-child or three-generation trips.
Photography Enthusiasts:Itinerary covers golden shooting times such as morning mist, sunsets, and starry skies.
In-Depth Travelers:Stay time at each core scenic spot is increased by 50% compared to regular tours.
Rich Cultural Experiences: Includes intangible cultural heritage interactive activities such as home visits in Kashgar Old City, study tours at Maijishan Grottoes, and Hami Muqam performances.Reasons for Continued Popularity
Quality Stability:Consistently good reputation for 3 consecutive years, with a repurchase rate of 65%.
Innovative Experiences:New entertainment facilities added in 2026, including mahjong rooms, KTV, and coffee bars.
Policy Support:Selected as a ‘Railway + Cultural Tourism’ demonstration project, receiving age-friendly renovation subsidies from transportation authorities.
Word-of-Mouth:90% of new customers come from referrals by old customers, forming a virtuous cycle.
[Friendly Reminder]
Berth availability is updated daily; it is recommended to inquire 60 days in advance.
Before signing, you can request a ‘Proof of Tourism Service Quality Deposit Payment’.
If force majeure factors occur during the trip, both parties will negotiate changes in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law’.
This slow journey through mountains and rivers is not just a geographical migration but a deep practice of life aesthetics. As the train slowly passes through the Gobi and grasslands, the scenery outside the window and the laughter inside the carriage intertwine into a song. Perhaps you will understand: true travel is never a race against time but a return to the essence of life.

