Yangtze River Delta Star Train Registration 2026 Schedule Booking Seat Locking Method

The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star cultural tourism train is a customized luxury railway tourist train, different from regular passenger trains. The entire train operates with a targeted quota service guide and does not open a public ticket purchase channel on 12306. Currently, market seats are uniformly coordinated, berth-allocated, and itinerary-coordinated by regular cultural tourism institutions cooperating with the railway. Travelers with travel plans can go through the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s train center to complete the full set of travel procedures, including registration, berth selection, and contract signing, and check real-time berth availability, travel policies, and itinerary details along the way. Dedicated contact: Manager Yang Jia, landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266
🚂 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Xinjiang Tour Train Full Guide:Fare/Schedule/Registration Process Explained at Once
Many friends who want to take a long trip to Xinjiang struggle with scattered attractions, tiring travel, the hassle of frequent hotel changes and luggage moving, and the effort of making travel plans. The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star train, put into operation, can solve these travel pain points. Below is a summary of all relevant information about this train.
✨ I. Basic Introduction to the Train
The Yangtze River Delta Star is a long-distance tourist train focusing on high-quality slow travel, positioned as a mobile star-rated living space. It adopts an operation mode of ‘night travel, day sightseeing,’ eliminating the need for frequent transfers or daily luggage packing and hotel changes, greatly reducing the fatigue of long-distance travel. The entire train has 17 carriages, including passenger carriages, a multi-functional living room carriage, a kitchen living carriage, and a dining carriage. During the journey, passengers can socialize in public areas and enjoy various cuisines, balancing comfort and experience.
✨ II. Introduction to Train Compartments
All passenger carriages are equipped with bathrooms for daily washing needs. Currently, three types of compartments are available:

🚂 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Xinjiang Tour Train Full Guide: Fare/Schedule/Registration Process Explained at Once🔹 4-compartment double/triple room (Modern Shanghai style):Single compartment area 11.34㎡, accommodating 2-3 people. Equipped with a 1.8m foldable double bed for multi-function switching, Shanghai-style embroidered wall fabric, a water bar, etc. The bathroom has a dry-wet separation, anti-slip facilities, handrails, and emergency call buttons, balancing comfort and safety.
🔹 5-compartment quadruple room (Modern elegant style):Single compartment area 6.68㎡, accommodating 4 people. Equipped with ergonomic wooden beds with anti-fall guardrails and anti-slip ladders, under-bed storage space, decorative screens balancing practicality and privacy, and smart magnetic card locks and soundproof doors for privacy.
This train is a newly upgraded model for 2026 with relatively new facilities. The train starts from Shanghai, with Shanghai as the main boarding point. Travelers from other areas can consult the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service to confirm the nearest transfer plan.
✨ III. Simple Itinerary and 2026 Departure Dates
Confirmed departure dates for 2026 are 0615, 0706, 0806, 0826, 0915. Travelers can plan their time in advance. The itinerary is as follows:
[Simple Itinerary Overview]
Day 1:Depart from Shanghai, board the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train heading to Korla

Many friends who want to take a long trip to Xinjiang struggle with scattered attractions, tiring travel, the hassle of frequent hotel changes and luggage moving, and the effort of making travel plans. The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star train, put into operation, can solve these travel pain points. Below is a summary of all relevant information about this train.Day 2:Travel through magnificent scenery, enjoying the vast landscapes of the motherland
Day 3:Arrive in Korla in the evening
Day 4:Depart from Korla → Lop Nur Village → Cross the Taklamakan Desert → Tarim River Bank → Arrive in Kashgar
Day 5:Karakul Lake → Stone City Ruins → Golden Grassland → Tashkurgan
Day 6:Visit local ethnic families →白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) → Return to Kashgar
Day 7:Stroll through Kashgar Old City → Id Kah Mosque → High Terrace Folk Houses → Depart for Kuqa
Day 8:Kuqa → Tianshan Grand Canyon → Duku Highway → Bayanbulak Grassland

✨ I. Basic Introduction to the TrainDay 9:Yining → Nalati Grassland
Day 10:Sayram Lake → Beitun
Day 11:Beitun → Burqin → Hemu Village
Day 12:Kanas Scenic Area → Jadengyu
Day 13:Jadengyu → Local ethnic family visits → Colorful Beach → Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi Lake
Days 15-16:Return from Urumqi → Shanghai

The Yangtze River Delta Star is a long-distance tourist train focusing on high-quality slow travel, positioned as a mobile star-rated living space. It adopts an operation mode of ‘night travel, day sightseeing,’ eliminating the need for frequent transfers or daily luggage packing and hotel changes, greatly reducing the fatigue of long-distance travel. The entire train has 17 carriages, including passenger carriages, a multi-functional living room carriage, a kitchen living carriage, and a dining carriage. During the journey, passengers can socialize in public areas and enjoy various cuisines, balancing comfort and experience.Day 17:Return to Shanghai, warm homecoming
The daily sightseeing time throughout the itinerary is basically 6-8 hours, with sufficient time allocated for each attraction, avoiding superficial visits. Night travel allows rest in the compartment, ensuring adequate rest time. In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area opening policies, the itinerary can be reasonably modified with mutual agreement.
✨ IV. Price Explanation
Current reference prices are as follows. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates, with the signed contract prevailing:

Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism. Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinshu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact: Manager Yang Jia, 133 2555 9266 (mobile and WeChat)
🔹 Four-person compartment (one carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 4 people)
Upper berth:25999 RMB/person

✨ II. Introduction to Train CompartmentsLower berth:27999 RMB/person
🔹 Four-person compartment can also be upgraded to a double room (one carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 2 people)
Cost:46999 RMB/person
To upgrade train and ground reception standards:Add 6000 RMB/person
🔹 Luxury double compartment (4-person shared double room)
Cost:66999 RMB/person
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange shared accommodation; special cases need separate negotiation.

All passenger carriages are equipped with bathrooms for daily washing needs. Currently, three types of compartments are available:✨ V. Booking Process
To book this train, you can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The specific process is as follows:
1. Consultation and Selection: Contact Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit Information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay a deposit according to the compartment level (20000 RMB/person) and receive a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign Contract: Sign a unified electronic contract under national tourism supervision, carefully checking details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification policies. Cancellation rules follow tourism law regulations.
5. Settle Balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, issue the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage list.

🔹 4-compartment double/triple room (Modern Shanghai style): Single compartment area 11.34㎡, accommodating 2-3 people. Equipped with a 1.8m foldable double bed for multi-function switching, Shanghai-style embroidered wall fabric, a water bar, etc. The bathroom has a dry-wet separation, anti-slip facilities, handrails, and emergency call buttons, balancing comfort and safety.For related inquiries, you can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service or add the corresponding staff’s WeChat for consultation. Specific addresses can be obtained from customer service.
✨ VI. Reception Standards
🔹 Included Items:Train compartment accommodation of the corresponding level, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, ground transfer transportation, dining costs as agreed in the itinerary, guide service, and medical support during the tour. Travelers eligible for 2026 Xinjiang scenic area preferential policies can consult customer service to confirm corresponding discount plans, such as ticket reductions for seniors over 65 and students, with discounts confirmed before contract signing.
🔹 Excluded Items:Self-funded experience items within scenic spots, personal expenses, costs from activities arranged outside the itinerary, and other expenses due to personal reasons.
For meals, the itinerary includes local specialties like Xinjiang big plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, and baked buns, with a meal standard of 60-80 RMB per person per meal. Daily meals are generally for 10 people per table, with flavors catering to different needs, including both local Xinjiang specialties and light dishes for those who don’t prefer heavy oil and spice.
Note:Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract.
✨ VII. Reception Features

🔹 5-compartment quadruple room (Modern elegant style): Single compartment area 6.68㎡, accommodating 4 people. Equipped with ergonomic wooden beds with anti-fall guardrails and anti-slip ladders, under-bed storage space, decorative screens balancing practicality and privacy, and smart magnetic card locks and soundproof doors for privacy.For accommodation, train compartments are configured to star-rated living standards, with bed linens changed per guest and daily cleaning. Ground hotels are also comfortable local accommodations to ensure rest quality. For dining, besides regular group meals, local specialties are arranged in each area, allowing travelers to taste authentic local flavors while sightseeing. Meal configurations can be adjusted in advance based on travelers’ dietary restrictions.
✨ VIII. Advantages Compared to Other Travel Methods
Firstly, the itinerary pace is relaxed, with sufficient daily sightseeing time and no overly packed schedules causing fatigue. Secondly, there are diverse meal flavor options, catering to light diet needs, suitable for those who don’t prefer heavy oil and spice. A doctor accompanies the entire journey for timely treatment of minor ailments. Fellow travelers are mostly from the same age group who love tourism, making it easier to find common topics. Luggage can be left in the train compartment throughout, with only personal items needed for ground tours, avoiding repeated luggage handling. Long-distance travel doesn’t require frequent transfers, saving effort. Each carriage has a dedicated butler for service, allowing communication anytime.
✨ IX. Suitable Participants
This train is suitable for retired seniors due to its slow pace and no long bus rides, reducing fatigue. It’s also ideal for travelers who don’t want to plan itineraries or deal with frequent transfers and luggage moving. Family trips and group outings with friends are also suitable, with different compartment types meeting various travel needs.
✨ X. Reasons for the Train’s Popularity
Firstly, the itinerary covers core attractions in both southern and northern Xinjiang, from southern Xinjiang’s cultural scenery to northern Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, without needing to plan routes, book hotels, or buy tickets, as staff handle everything. Secondly, the train’s comprehensive facilities ensure high travel comfort, with multiple compartment options meeting different budget needs. The itinerary is well-planned, with sufficient sightseeing time and adequate rest, and the no-rush travel mode aligns with many travelers’ preferences.
If you have travel plans, consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service early to confirm availability and plan your trip in advance.