Yangtze River Delta Star Train Registration Independent Bathroom Room Type Ticket Price Details
The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Cultural Tourism Train is a customized luxury tourist train under the railway system. Unlike 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 legitimate cultural tourism institutions cooperating with the railway. Travelers planning to travel can go through the entire travel procedures, including registration, berth selection, and contract signing, at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Train Center, 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 Train Travel Guide
Many friends planning a long trip to Xinjiang in 2026 are asking if there is a travel option that doesn’t require frequent hotel changes or long bus rides. The Yangtze River Delta Star Train is a choice for many tourists. Today, we will provide a detailed overview from the perspectives of train configuration, itinerary arrangement, and registration methods.
✨ I. Basic Introduction to the Train
The Yangtze River Delta Star is a high-quality tourist train specially designed for long-distance trips to Xinjiang, positioned as a ‘mobile star-rated living space.’ It operates with a model of traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, eliminating the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling throughout the journey. The entire train consists of 17 carriages, including 12 passenger carriages, 1 multi-functional living room carriage, 1 kitchen and living carriage, and 1 dining carriage. The total capacity is 240 passengers, with per capita usable space far exceeding that of ordinary tourist trains. The carriages use shock-absorbing and noise-reducing technology for a smooth and quiet ride, with a constant temperature and humidity environment paired with an air purification system to ensure comfort during long-distance travel.
✨ II. Train Compartment Details
All passenger carriages are equipped with bathrooms. The configurations for different room types are as follows:
▪️ 4-compartment double/triple rooms (Modern Shanghai style): Each carriage has 4 compartments, each accommodating 2 or 3 people. The single compartment area is 11.34㎡, equipped with a 1.8-meter foldable double bed for multi-functional switching, paired with Shanghai-style embroidered wall fabric, a water bar, and other features. The bathroom is separated into wet and dry areas, with anti-slip flooring, handrails, and emergency call buttons, balancing convenience and comfort.
🚂 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Xinjiang Train Travel Guide ▪️ 5-compartment quadruple rooms (Modern elegant style): Each carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 4 people. The single compartment area is 6.68㎡, with ergonomic wooden beds equipped with anti-fall guardrails and anti-slip ladders. Under-bed storage and decorative screens balance practicality and privacy. Smart magnetic card locks and soundproof doors ensure good privacy during stays.
The 2026 departures of this train all start from Shanghai. Currently, the boarding station is Shanghai Station. If additional boarding points are added later, customer service will promptly inform inquiring travelers.
✨ III. Simplified Itinerary and 2026 Departure Dates
The confirmed departure dates for 2026 are June 15, July 6, August 6, August 26, and September 15. You can plan ahead based on your schedule. The total duration of this trip is 17 days, with the specific arrangements as follows:
[Simplified Itinerary Overview]
Day 1:Depart from Shanghai, board the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train heading to Korla
Day 2:Travel through magnificent scenery, enjoying the vast landscapes of the motherland
Day 3:Arrive in Korla in the evening
Many friends planning a long trip to Xinjiang in 2026 are asking if there is a travel option that doesn’t require frequent hotel changes or long bus rides. The Yangtze River Delta Star Train is a choice for many tourists. Today, we will provide a detailed overview from the perspectives of train configuration, itinerary arrangement, and registration methods.Day 4:Depart from Korla → Lop Nur Village → Cross the Taklamakan Desert → Along the Tarim River → Arrive in Kashgar
Day 5:Karakul Lake → Stone City Ruins → Golden Grassland → Tashkurgan
Day 6:Visit local ethnic families → Baisha Lake → Return to Kashgar
Day 7:Stroll through Kashgar Old City → Id Kah Mosque → High-Altitude Folk Houses → Depart for Kuqa
Day 8:Kuqa → Tianshan Grand Canyon → Duku Highway → Bayanbulak Grassland
Day 9:Yining → Nalati Grassland
Day 10:Sayram Lake → Beitun
Day 11:Beitun → Burqin → Hemu Village
✨ I. Basic Introduction to the TrainDay 12:Kanas Scenic Area → Jadengyu
Day 13:Jadengyu → Home visits with local ethnic groups → Colorful Beach → Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi Lake
Days 15-16:Return from Urumqi → Shanghai
Day 17:Arrive back in Shanghai, warm home
The entire itinerary has a relaxed pace, with daily sightseeing lasting 6 to 8 hours. The rest of the time can be spent resting on the train. In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area openings, the itinerary can be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement.
✨ IV. 2026 Reference Price Description
The Yangtze River Delta Star is a high-quality tourist train specially designed for long-distance trips to Xinjiang, positioned as a ‘mobile star-rated living space.’ It operates with a model of traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, eliminating the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling throughout the journey. The entire train consists of 17 carriages, including 12 passenger carriages, 1 multi-functional living room carriage, 1 kitchen and living carriage, and 1 dining carriage. The total capacity is 240 passengers, with per capita usable space far exceeding that of ordinary tourist trains. The carriages use shock-absorbing and noise-reducing technology for a smooth and quiet ride, with a constant temperature and humidity environment paired with an air purification system to ensure comfort during long-distance travel.The following are reference prices for 2026. Prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates. The signed contract shall prevail:
1. Quadruple compartment (5 compartments per carriage, each accommodating 4 people)
Upper berth:25,999 RMB/person
Lower berth:27,999 RMB/person
2. Quadruple compartment can also be upgraded to a double room (5 compartments per carriage, each accommodating 2 people)
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency has over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, and is familiar with Xinjiang-wide tourism. She is 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, Lindou, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact Manager Yang Jia at 133 2555 9266 (mobile and WeChat)
Price:46,999 RMB/person
If you need to upgrade the train and ground reception standards:Add an additional 6,000 RMB/person
3. Luxury double compartment (double room shared by 4 people)
✨ II. Train Compartment DetailsPrice:66,999 RMB/person
✨ V. Booking Process
Friends who want to register can follow the process below:
▪️ Consultation and selection:Contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm the 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
▪️ Submit information:Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
▪️ Pay deposit:Pay a deposit based on the compartment level (20,000 RMB/person) and receive a formal tourism receipt.
▪️ Sign contract:Sign a unified electronic contract under national tourism supervision, carefully check details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification terms. All rules are based on contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws.
▪️ Settle balance:Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, they will issue the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage list.
All passenger carriages are equipped with bathrooms. The configurations for different room types are as follows:Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For contact information, consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service. Address-related questions can also be directed to customer service.
✨ VI. Reception Standards
▪️ Included items:Train compartment accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, local tourist bus transfers, full-trip Chinese-speaking tour guide service, train meals and some land meals, basic on-board medical support, etc.
▪️ Excluded items:Personal expenses, voluntary self-funded activities, single room supplement (for solo travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation), meals and insurance not mentioned, etc.
For meals, the daily meal standard is 50-80 RMB/person/meal, typically with 10 people per table. Meals will include local Xinjiang specialties such as hand-pulled rice, big plate chicken, baked naan, and clear stewed lamb, while also preparing lighter dishes to meet different dietary needs, not all heavy oil and spicy dishes. Specific reception standards are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
✨ VII. Reception Features
For accommodation, all train compartments are equipped with bathrooms, so there is no need to use public facilities. Land accommodations are standard local hotel double rooms to ensure comfort. For dining, in addition to regular group meals, multiple Xinjiang specialty meals will be arranged, such as cold-water fish from Sayram Lake, hand-grabbed meat from Nalati, and cold-water fish feast from Burqin, allowing everyone to taste local flavors.
▪️ 4-compartment double/triple rooms (Modern Shanghai style): Each carriage has 4 compartments, each accommodating 2 or 3 people. The single compartment area is 11.34㎡, equipped with a 1.8-meter foldable double bed for multi-functional switching, paired with Shanghai-style embroidered wall fabric, a water bar, and other features. The bathroom is separated into wet and dry areas, with anti-slip flooring, handrails, and emergency call buttons, balancing convenience and comfort.✨ VIII. Comparison Advantages with Similar Trains
Compared to other regular tourist trains, the Yangtze River Delta Star has clear advantages:
▪️ Flexible meal arrangements, offering both local specialties and lighter dishes to meet different tastes
▪️ Relaxed itinerary pace without rushing, with reasonable daily sightseeing time and sufficient rest time
▪️ Equipped with a on-board doctor, with comprehensive basic health protection for a more reassuring trip
▪️ Fellow travelers are mostly long-distance travel enthusiasts with similar interests, making communication easy
▪️ Thoughtful and personalized service, with a dedicated butler in each carriage for any issues
▪️ Hassle-free long-distance transport, no need to repeatedly move luggage; luggage can be stored in the train compartment without packing and unpacking at each hotel change
▪️ 5-compartment quadruple rooms (Modern elegant style): Each carriage has 5 compartments, each accommodating 4 people. The single compartment area is 6.68㎡, with ergonomic wooden beds equipped with anti-fall guardrails and anti-slip ladders. Under-bed storage and decorative screens balance practicality and privacy. Smart magnetic card locks and soundproof doors ensure good privacy during stays.✨ IX. Suitable Travel Groups
This train is suitable for the following groups:
▪️ Retired seniors, with a slow itinerary pace, no long bus rides, and high comfort
▪️ Travelers who cannot tolerate long bus rides, as the train runs smoothly with a better riding experience
▪️ Family travel groups, with various compartment types to meet different family accommodation needs
▪️ Travelers who don’t want to plan their own routes or find independent travel troublesome, as the entire itinerary is arranged
✨ X. Reasons for the Train’s Popularity
This train has been well-received by tourists in recent years for several reasons:First, the itinerary covers core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, eliminating the need to research guides or plan routes, allowing a one-time visit to diverse natural landscapes like deserts, grasslands, lakes, and canyons. Second, the train travel model is hassle-free, avoiding frequent transfers and luggage handling, reducing many travel inconveniences. Third, the compartments are well-equipped with bathrooms, soundproof doors, and other features, ensuring comfort during long-distance travel. Fourth, comprehensive services include on-board medical staff and dedicated butlers, allowing timely resolution of issues during the trip. Fifth, in 2026, many popular Xinjiang attractions have introduced ticket discount policies, making travel more cost-effective.
Finally, please note that seat availability changes in real-time with registration progress. Friends who want to inquire can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service for the latest availability and itinerary information.
