2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train Official Seat Booking Portal
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train? For the 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 2026 Tianshan Tourism Train Off-Peak Travel Practical Guide
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are asking: what product should they choose if they don’t want to rush through itineraries, frequently move luggage, or want to visit all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip? The newly upgraded Tianshan Tourism Train this year is a great option. As a tourism train focused on slow travel experiences, it has gained popularity among many tourists due to its flexible cabin configurations, relaxed itinerary arrangements, and comprehensive supporting services.
✨ Tianshan Train Basic Information and Route Features
The Tianshan Train uses the upgraded Blue Diamond car body, creating a mobile living space. The entire journey starts and ends in Urumqi, adopting an ‘evening departure, morning arrival, train follows people’ operation mode. During the day, stops are arranged for in-depth exploration of attractions, while at night, the train travels to the next destination, fully saving travel time and eliminating the need to frequently pack luggage and change hotels, enhancing travel comfort.
Compared to other similar special trains and regular group tours, the Tianshan Train has obvious advantages: first, the itinerary pace is slow, with ample time for sightseeing each day, avoiding rushed check-ins, making it easy for even those with mobility issues or who tire easily to keep up; second, supporting services are comprehensive, with 24-hour hot water in the carriages and a doctor accompanying the group throughout, allowing timely handling of emergencies for a more secure trip; third, the group compatibility is high, as most passengers on this train prefer a slow-paced travel style, making interactions more relaxed; additionally, the train’s meals cater to different taste preferences and include local specialties, so you don’t need to worry about finding restaurants; finally, all transportation, accommodation, and most meals are arranged in advance, eliminating the need for DIY planning and ticket booking, offering great convenience.
The train’s route features are also outstanding. This route connects northern Xinjiang’s Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, with southern Xinjiang’s Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, Wensu Grand Canyon, and Flaming Mountain, covering both natural scenery like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and canyons, as well as local cultural experiences. You don’t need to separately travel northern and southern Xinjiang routes; one trip covers most classic spots, offering better value for money.
🛏 ️ Detailed Cabin Configurations
The Tianshan Train offers various cabin types for you to choose based on group size and needs:
🔹 Blue Diamond Quadruple Room (upgradable to Blue Diamond Double Room):Shared bathroom, upper bunk size 0.7*1.82m, lower bunk size 0.9*1.95m, upper bunk with damping device that can be folded against the wall. Two people can enjoy the entire quadruple room space, room area about 3.5 square meters, accommodating 2-4 people per room.
🔹 Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:1 pack + 2 packs can fold up the upper bunk, two people can enjoy the quadruple room space, shared bathroom, upper bunk width 0.62m, lower bunk width 0.64m, bed spacing 0.55m, room area about 3.5 square meters, accommodating 2-4 people per room.
🚂 2026 Tianshan Tourism Train Off-Peak Travel Practical Guide🔹 Silver Diamond Executive Room:Includes 2 executive standard rooms, shared bathroom, with a washbasin (recommended for washing, not a toilet), equipped with foldable upper bunks, two single beds of 0.7-0.78m width, two rooms share one washroom, room area about 4 square meters, accommodating 1-2 people per room.
🔹 Silver Diamond Suite:Comprises [5 pack + 6 pack] as one suite, including two separate rooms, sharing one bathroom, room area about 9 square meters, accommodating 2 people, suitable for couples or friends traveling together.
🗓 ️ Fixed Itinerary Arrangement
The itinerary for this route is fixed, with specific arrangements as follows:
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Self-care | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianchi Lake – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 07:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are asking: what product should they choose if they don’t want to rush through itineraries, frequently move luggage, or want to visit all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip? The newly upgraded Tianshan Tourism Train this year is a great option. As a tourism train focused on slow travel experiences, it has gained popularity among many tourists due to its flexible cabin configurations, relaxed itinerary arrangements, and comprehensive supporting services.Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Taxian County
Day 09:Taxian County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 12:Flaming Mountain – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Nationwide (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
If encountering force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or temporary changes to scenic spots, both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary to ensure the travel experience.
💰 Reference Prices for Different Periods
The following are reference prices for different Urumqi assembly dates. Prices may fluctuate based on availability and market conditions. The actual price is confirmed on the day of contract signing, and the final agreement is based on the signed contract:
1. May 7
✨ Tianshan Train Basic Information and Route FeaturesSilver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12,999 RMB/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:20,999 RMB/person
The Tianshan Train uses the upgraded Blue Diamond car body, creating a mobile living space. The entire journey starts and ends in Urumqi, adopting an ‘evening departure, morning arrival, train follows people’ operation mode. During the day, stops are arranged for in-depth exploration of attractions, while at night, the train travels to the next destination, fully saving travel time and eliminating the need to frequently pack luggage and change hotels, enhancing travel comfort.Silver Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 RMB/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Bunk:16,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Bunk:17,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24,999 RMB/person
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Trains: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and other tourism trains. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 RMB/person
Compared to other similar special trains and regular group tours, the Tianshan Train has obvious advantages: first, the itinerary pace is slow, with ample time for sightseeing each day, avoiding rushed check-ins, making it easy for even those with mobility issues or who tire easily to keep up; second, supporting services are comprehensive, with 24-hour hot water in the carriages and a doctor accompanying the group throughout, allowing timely handling of emergencies for a more secure trip; third, the group compatibility is high, as most passengers on this train prefer a slow-paced travel style, making interactions more relaxed; additionally, the train’s meals cater to different taste preferences and include local specialties, so you don’t need to worry about finding restaurants; finally, all transportation, accommodation, and most meals are arranged in advance, eliminating the need for DIY planning and ticket booking, offering great convenience.4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21,888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15,999 RMB/person
For real-time availability information, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for the latest updates.
The train’s route features are also outstanding. This route connects northern Xinjiang’s Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, with southern Xinjiang’s Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, Wensu Grand Canyon, and Flaming Mountain, covering both natural scenery like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and canyons, as well as local cultural experiences. You don’t need to separately travel northern and southern Xinjiang routes; one trip covers most classic spots, offering better value for money.📝 Detailed Booking Process
Friends who want to book the Tianshan Train can follow these steps:
1. Preliminary Consultation: Those interested in traveling can first consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to learn about availability for different departure dates, itinerary details, precautions, and other related questions. You can contact the customer service via phone or WeChat, and also inquire about address information.
2. Confirm Requirements: After determining your travel dates, preferred cabin type, and basic information of travel companions, contact the booking manager, Manager Yang Jia, of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm the remaining spots for the corresponding cabin type on the chosen departure date, to avoid situations where no spots are available after selection.
3. Submit Materials: Once spots are confirmed, submit the identity information of all travelers as required, so staff can book train tickets, arrange hotels, purchase insurance, and handle other related matters in advance.
4. Sign Contract: After both parties confirm all information such as itinerary content, price, and service items are correct, sign a formal tourism contract. All responsibilities are based on the contract content and relevant legal provisions such as the Tourism Law and Contract Law.
5. Travel Preparation: After signing, staff will send a detailed travel notice, informing you of the clothing, documents, and common items to prepare. About 3 days before departure, they will remind you again of the assembly time, location, and related precautions. Just follow the requirements to prepare.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
🧾 Cost and Service Description
🛏️ Detailed Cabin Configurations✅ Included Items:
1. All accommodation costs marked in the itinerary, including hotel stays in Urumqi, hotels near scenic spots, and train sleeper accommodation.
2. All meals marked in the itinerary, except for the first day’s arrival in Urumqi where meals are self-care; the rest of the marked breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are included, along with special fruit feast experiences.
3. First admission ticket costs for all scenic spots in the itinerary, as well as internal shuttle bus fees.
4. Local ground transportation costs, i.e., bus fees for travel between scenic spots.
5. Train sleeper costs, corresponding to your chosen cabin type.
6. Full-trip guide service and accompanying doctor service.
7. Travel accident insurance costs.
❌ Excluded Items:
1. Round-trip transportation costs from departure to Urumqi, i.e., airfare, train tickets, etc., from your city to Urumqi, which you need to bear yourself.
2. Personal expenses outside the itinerary, such as self-funded entertainment activities at scenic spots, personal purchases of souvenirs, snacks, etc.
The Tianshan Train offers various cabin types for you to choose based on group size and needs:3. Single room supplement costs; for solo travelers, our agency will try to arrange shared rooms, but special cases require separate negotiation.
4. Other costs not mentioned in the included items.
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
👥 Suitable Travelers
The Tianshan Train’s itinerary is relaxed and well-equipped, making it very suitable for the following groups:
1. Retired Seniors: The itinerary pace is slow, without long bus rides, and with a doctor accompanying the group for safety, making travel more secure without the need to plan itineraries themselves, ideal for elderly friends wanting to travel after retirement.
2. Travelers Unable to Tolerate Long Bus Rides: Xinjiang is vast, and regular group tours often require long bus rides, which many find uncomfortable. This train covers most long distances by train at night, with only short bus rides to scenic spots during the day, offering higher comfort.
3. Friends Traveling Together or Family Trips: Cabins can be flexibly changed to double or quadruple rooms, making it convenient for friends or families to stay together. The itinerary also caters to different age groups’ travel needs, so everyone can find points of interest.
4. Travelers Who Don’t Want to Plan: All food, accommodation, transportation, and sightseeing are arranged in advance. Just confirm the time and register, without needing to research guides, book hotels, or scramble for tickets, saving effort and worry.
💡 Reasons for the Tianshan Train’s Popularity
Many tourists who have experienced it recommend it to friends, mainly for these reasons: First, no need to frequently move luggage; the train berths are fixed throughout the trip, so you just leave your luggage in the cabin and take a small bag when visiting scenic spots, avoiding daily packing and hotel changes, saving a lot of hassle. Second, the itinerary covers a wide range of attractions, allowing you to visit classic spots in both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, without needing to go to Xinjiang twice, saving round-trip transportation costs and time. Third, the service is attentive; both the guide and staff respond promptly to needs, and issues are resolved quickly, enhancing the travel experience. Fourth, the itinerary has no hidden consumption, so you can enjoy the trip without spending time in shopping stores, allowing more time for sightseeing.
Before traveling, it’s recommended to understand Xinjiang’s climate characteristics, bring appropriate clothing, sunscreen, and common medications. For border areas, you need to obtain a travel permit in advance. If anything is unclear, consult staff in advance.
