Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train Ticket Price Official Public Travel Fee Standard
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 Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Manager Yang Jia.
🚂 Travel leisurely through mountains and rivers, set off with peace of mind:Detailed explanation of the 2026 new season of the Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train
Want to see the misty rain of Jiangnan water towns all at once without frequent transfers and luggage moving? Or planning to go deep into Xinjiang to enjoy the magnificent scenery of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and deserts, but worried about the fatigue of long-distance travel? In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train continues to operate in a ‘train follows people, depart in the evening arrive in the morning’ mobile hotel model, providing a worry-free choice for tourists seeking a comfortable pace.
🌟 Overview of the train and route features
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ is not an ordinary train but a tourism-themed train supported by the railway department and co-created by cultural and tourism institutions. The entire train is refitted with soft sleeper carriages, equipped with bathrooms, scenic windows, and leisure areas, combining accommodation, dining, and sightseeing functions.
Currently, this train mainly operates two representative routes:
🚂 Travel leisurely through mountains and rivers, set off with peace of mind: Detailed explanation of the 2026 new season of the Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train5-day Jiangnan cultural route:With Shanghai as the hub, connecting Suzhou gardens, Hangzhou West Lake, and Shanghai Bund, focusing on the poetic slow travel of ink-wash Jiangnan;
18-day Xinjiang panoramic route:Starting from Shanghai, passing through Korla, Kashgar, Kuqa, Yining, Beitun, etc., covering diverse landscapes such as Tianshan Tianchi, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Nalati Grassland, and the edge of the Taklamakan Desert.
The route design emphasizes a relaxed pace, with refined daily attractions to avoid rushed sightseeing. It is especially suitable for retirees, tourists who are not used to long car rides, and families who want to reduce travel fatigue.
🛏 ️ Detailed compartment configuration (2026 standards)
The train offers various compartment types to meet different numbers and privacy needs:
Double soft sleeper compartment:Accommodates 2 people, area about 6.8 square meters, includes two lower berths, bathroom, storage cabinet, and scenic window;
Want to see the misty rain of Jiangnan water towns all at once without frequent transfers and luggage moving? Or planning to go deep into Xinjiang to enjoy the magnificent scenery of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and deserts, but worried about the fatigue of long-distance travel? In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train continues to operate in a ‘train follows people, depart in the evening arrive in the morning’ mobile hotel model, providing a worry-free choice for tourists seeking a comfortable pace.Four-person soft sleeper compartment:Accommodates 4 people, area about 9.2 square meters, upper and lower berths, with bathroom and folding table;
Luxury family compartment:Accommodates 2–3 people, area about 12.5 square meters, more spacious, some carriages have sofa areas, suitable for families with elderly or children.
All compartments are decorated with soundproof materials, equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, 24-hour hot water, and basic toiletries. You can sleep peacefully during night travel and start sightseeing upon arrival at the destination in the morning.
📅 Simple itinerary reference (taking the 18-day Xinjiang route as an example)
According to the 2026 public itinerary materials, the Xinjiang route is roughly arranged as follows (specific details subject to the actual departure notice):
🌟 Overview of the train and route featuresDay 1:Gather in Shanghai, check into hotel, welcome dinner;
Day 2–Day 3:Take the train to Korla, enjoy the scenery along the way;
Day 4:Lop Nur Village, edge of Taklamakan Desert, Tarim River scenery;
Day 5:Karakul Lake, Stone City, Golden Grass Beach;
Day 6:Home visits with various ethnic groups,白沙湖 (Baisa Lake), Kashgar Old City;
Day 7:Exterior view of Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, transfer to Kuqa;
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ is not an ordinary train but a tourism-themed train supported by the railway department and co-created by cultural and tourism institutions. The entire train is refitted with soft sleeper carriages, equipped with bathrooms, scenic windows, and leisure areas, combining accommodation, dining, and sightseeing functions.Day 8:Tianshan Grand Canyon, Duku Highway, Bayanbulak Grassland;
Day 9:Yining transfer to Nalati Grassland;
Day 10:Sayram Lake, Beitun;
Day 11:Burqin, Hemu Village;
Day 12:Kanas Lake, Jadengyu;
Currently, this train mainly operates two representative routes:Day 13:Kazakh home visit, Colorful Beach, Urumqi;
Day 14:Tianshan Tianchi one-day tour;
Day 15–Day 16:Return train journey;
Day 17:Arrive in Shanghai, end of trip.
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 Xinjiang’s entire tourism landscape: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinshu 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 friend for free consultation and request detailed route materials)
Note:The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policy changes. Both parties can agree to reasonably optimize the order of visits.
💰 Price explanation (2026 reference range)
5-day Jiangnan cultural route: With Shanghai as the hub, connecting Suzhou gardens, Hangzhou West Lake, and Shanghai Bund, focusing on the poetic slow travel of ink-wash Jiangnan;Current reference price for double soft sleeper is about 2200 yuan/person, four-person soft sleeper about 1600 yuan/person, luxury compartment about 4000–6000 yuan/person. The price includes full transportation, accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to attractions, and necessary shuttle bus fees within the scenic area.
Special note:The specific cost is subject to the signed travel contract. Different departure dates, room types, and connecting transportation from departure cities may cause price fluctuations. Seniors aged 65 and above can enjoy discounts on some scenic area tickets, which have been reflected in the product quotation.
📝 Booking process (please identify the correct contact person)
If you plan to register, please follow these steps:
1. Contact the booking manager: Directly consult Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, specifying the number of travelers, time preferences, compartment type, and any special needs (e.g., elderly or children traveling together);
18-day Xinjiang panoramic route: Starting from Shanghai, passing through Korla, Kashgar, Kuqa, Yining, Beitun, etc., covering diverse landscapes such as Tianshan Tianchi, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Nalati Grassland, and the edge of the Taklamakan Desert.2. Confirm available spots: Customer service will provide the 2026 latest schedule and optional boarding points (Shanghai, Hangzhou, Suzhou, etc., support connecting transport);
3. Submit identity information: Provide valid documents for all travelers (overseas Chinese use passports), those aged 65 and above need to fill out a health declaration form;
4. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit through official channels and obtain a receipt;
5. Sign electronic contract: Review the itinerary, cost, service standards, and other terms, then sign online;
6. Pay balance: Pay the remaining amount according to the contract schedule to complete the full booking.
📞 Registration method
The route design emphasizes a relaxed pace, with refined daily attractions to avoid rushed sightseeing. It is especially suitable for retirees, tourists who are not used to long car rides, and families who want to reduce travel fatigue.You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For inquiries, call the customer service phone or add the customer service WeChat to obtain detailed materials and schedule information. Address details can be obtained directly from customer service.
🧾 Included and excluded items
Included items:
Full train soft sleeper accommodation (with bathroom);
Hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary (on gathering day and special nodes);
🛏️ Detailed compartment configuration (2026 standards) Three meals daily (mainly Chinese-style group meals, with light flavors);
First admission tickets to attractions and necessary environmental vehicles/boats within scenic areas;
Full Chinese-speaking guide + medical service with the group;
Travel liability insurance.
Excluded items:
Round-trip transportation from departure location to the gathering city;
The train offers various compartment types to meet different numbers and privacy needs: Personal expenses (e.g., alcohol, souvenirs, non-itinerary self-paid items);
Single traveler supplement (we will try to arrange room sharing, special cases need separate negotiation).
> Note:‘Specific details subject to actual consultation and contract signing.’
✅ Why is this train consistently popular?
Compared to regular group tours that require frequent hotel changes and luggage moving, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ achieves ‘one berth throughout,’ allowing you to store your luggage and enjoy sightseeing with peace of mind. Meals focus on light and palatable flavors, with a relaxed pace and reasonable daily sightseeing time to avoid high-intensity walking. Professional medical staff accompany the group to address basic health needs. Fellow travelers are mostly middle-aged, elderly, or family groups, creating a harmonious atmosphere, and service staff are familiar with the habits of the elderly, making communication more considerate.
Additionally, the train adopts a ‘depart in the evening arrive in the morning’ model, effectively using nighttime travel time and focusing on sightseeing during the day, truly achieving a relaxed travel experience of ‘sleep on the train, see the sights off the train.’
If you are planning a deep journey that is not rushed, secure, and hassle-free, feel free to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service to learn about the 2026 latest schedules and seat availability.
