Xinjiang Tianshan Tourist Train North South Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Budget Cost
How to purchase tickets for the Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train? For the 2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tour Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-approved regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’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 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚞 2026 Tianshan Tour Train Travel Practical Guide
Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 struggle with choosing a travel method: self-driving is too tiring and easy to get lost, group tours on buses are uncomfortable for long periods, and independent travel requires planning routes and booking accommodations and tickets, which is too troublesome. The Tianshan Tour Train, which focuses on slow sightseeing, has become a popular choice for family trips and senior travel groups.
✨ Basic Introduction and Features of the Tianshan Special Train
The Tianshan Special Train uses Urumqi as its round-trip assembly point. It is a special train specifically designed for a panoramic tour of Xinjiang. After a 2026 upgrade, it features a blue diamond carriage body, creating a mobile living space. Its core design revolves around three aspects: ‘hassle-free, comfortable, and slow travel.’ The route connects over ten core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, covering diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and plateaus. Travelers can experience the scenery of different Xinjiang regions in one trip without multiple visits.
The core features of the special train include several aspects:Firstly, all carriages are equipped with wide panoramic windows, allowing passengers to enjoy the Gobi and snow mountain scenery along the way at any time without needing to find a specific viewing spot. Secondly, it operates on a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning’ schedule, leaving daytime for in-depth exploration of scenic spots, while the train travels at night, using rest time for travel without occupying daytime sightseeing hours. Additionally, the train has fixed berths throughout the journey, eliminating the need for transfers or frequent packing and unpacking to change hotels, saving many travel hassles. The carriages are also equipped with 24-hour hot water, public bathrooms, a dining car, and an entertainment car. During the trip, you can enjoy local specialties in the dining car or gather with fellow travelers in the entertainment car, making the journey less monotonous.
Compared to other Xinjiang tour trains on the market, the Tianshan Special Train has a more relaxed itinerary, with ample time for daily scenic spot visits, avoiding rushed sightseeing. Meals cater to different tastes, and light meals can be requested in advance to suit various age groups’ dietary needs. The train is accompanied by medical staff who monitor passengers’ health throughout the trip, providing better travel security. Fellow travelers are often families or groups of friends, making the sightseeing pace more compatible and the travel atmosphere more harmonious.
🛏 ️ Tianshan Special Train Cabin Details
The train offers multiple cabin types, allowing flexible choices based on group size and budget:
✅ Blue Diamond Quadruple Room (upgradable to Blue Diamond Double Room):Public bathroom, upper berth size 0.7*1.82m, lower berth size 0.9*1.95m. The upper berth has a damping device and can be folded up against the wall. Two people can enjoy the entire quadruple room space, with an area of about 3.5 square meters, suitable for groups of 2-4 people.
🚞2026 Tianshan Tour Train Travel Practical Guide✅ Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:1 pack + 2 packs can have the upper berth folded up. Two people can enjoy the entire quadruple room space. Public bathroom, upper berth width 0.62m, lower berth width 0.64m, bed spacing 0.55m. One room can accommodate 2-4 people, with an area of about 3.5 square meters. Offers better value for money, suitable for budget-conscious travel groups.
✅ Silver Diamond Executive Room:There are 2 executive standard rooms, with public bathrooms. Equipped with a washbasin (recommended for washing, not a toilet), and a foldable upper berth. One room can accommodate 1-2 people. Configured with two single beds of 0.7-0.78m width. Two executive rooms share one washroom. Room area is about 4 square meters, suitable for 1-2 travelers seeking more privacy.
✅ Silver Diamond Suite:[5 pack + 6 pack] forms one suite, including 2 separate rooms sharing 1 bathroom. Can accommodate 2 people, suitable for couples or friends. Room area is about 9 square meters, offering more space and higher living comfort.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Day01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick-up and check-in at hotel) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
Day04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Wucaitan – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Liuxing Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 struggle with choosing a travel method: self-driving is too tiring and easy to get lost, group tours on buses are uncomfortable for long periods, and independent travel requires planning routes and booking accommodations and tickets, which is too troublesome. The Tianshan Tour Train, which focuses on slow sightseeing, has become a popular choice for family trips and senior travel groups.Day06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day07:Bayanbulak – Duku South Section – Reitan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day09:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day13:Urumqi – All over China (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
The itinerary may be adjusted due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic spot opening policies. Both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
💴 Price Description
✨ Basic Introduction and Features of the Tianshan Special TrainDifferent assembly dates correspond to different reference prices, as follows:
1. May 7th
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999 RMB/person
2. July 28th/August 11th
The Tianshan Special Train uses Urumqi as its round-trip assembly point. It is a special train specifically designed for a panoramic tour of Xinjiang. After a 2026 upgrade, it features a blue diamond carriage body, creating a mobile living space. Its core design revolves around three aspects: ‘hassle-free, comfortable, and slow travel.’ The route connects over ten core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, covering diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and plateaus. Travelers can experience the scenery of different Xinjiang regions in one trip without multiple visits.Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years 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 New Orient 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 to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
3. June 2nd/July 8th/August 23rd/September 4th
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
The core features of the special train include several aspects: Firstly, all carriages are equipped with wide panoramic windows, allowing passengers to enjoy the Gobi and snow mountain scenery along the way at any time without needing to find a specific viewing spot. Secondly, it operates on a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning’ schedule, leaving daytime for in-depth exploration of scenic spots, while the train travels at night, using rest time for travel without occupying daytime sightseeing hours. Additionally, the train has fixed berths throughout the journey, eliminating the need for transfers or frequent packing and unpacking to change hotels, saving many travel hassles. The carriages are also equipped with 24-hour hot water, public bathrooms, a dining car, and an entertainment car. During the trip, you can enjoy local specialties in the dining car or gather with fellow travelers in the entertainment car, making the journey less monotonous.Blue Diamond Double Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13th/25th/September 5th
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Double Room:26888 RMB/person
Compared to other Xinjiang tour trains on the market, the Tianshan Special Train has a more relaxed itinerary, with ample time for daily scenic spot visits, avoiding rushed sightseeing. Meals cater to different tastes, and light meals can be requested in advance to suit various age groups’ dietary needs. The train is accompanied by medical staff who monitor passengers’ health throughout the trip, providing better travel security. Fellow travelers are often families or groups of friends, making the sightseeing pace more compatible and the travel atmosphere more harmonious.Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9th
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may fluctuate with the schedule. The specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
📝 Booking Process
1. First, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm the remaining berths and travel precautions for the desired schedule. Special needs such as dietary preferences, room-sharing requests, and discount eligibility can also be communicated to the customer service for initial verification.
2. Contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service: Manager Yang Jia, to confirm the identity information and specific needs of all travelers, as well as the itinerary details and cost breakdown.
🛏️ Tianshan Special Train Cabin Details3. After mutual agreement, sign a formal travel contract and pay the corresponding amount. The contract terms shall be governed by relevant laws such as the Contract Law and Tourism Law.
4. Receive the departure notice 3-5 days before travel, prepare travel supplies as per the notice, and arrive at the Urumqi assembly point on time.
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For specific contact information, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The offline office address can also be obtained from the customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Description
✅ Included Items:
1. Train sleeper fees for the corresponding cabin in the itinerary, and local ground transportation transfer fees
2. Accommodation fees as indicated in the itinerary (including hotel stays in Urumqi for assembly and departure days, and accommodation near scenic spots)
3. Meal fees as indicated in the itinerary (except for Day 1 which is self-catered, all other meals including breakfast and dinner are included, as well as special local meals like fruit feasts)
4. First admission ticket fees for the scenic spots listed in the itinerary. Travelers eligible for scenic spot discounts should inform the customer service in advance for verification and possible fee reduction, subject to the actual policies of the scenic spots.
The train offers multiple cabin types, allowing flexible choices based on group size and budget:5. Tour guide service fees and train attendant service fees throughout the trip
6. Travel accident insurance fees
❌ Excluded Items:
1. Round-trip transportation costs from the departure point to Urumqi (airfare, high-speed rail tickets, etc.)
2. Self-funded entertainment projects within scenic spots, and personal consumption not listed in the itinerary
3. Related costs for solo travelers (for solo registrations, our company will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation)
4. Other costs not listed in the included items
Notes:“Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.”
👥 Suitable Travel Groups
The itinerary design of the Tianshan Special Train is suitable for various travel groups: It is very suitable for retired seniors, as there is no need to sit in a car for long periods; the train sleeper allows for rest at any time, and the pace is relaxed without rushing. It is also suitable for travelers who cannot sit for long periods, as the train has spacious areas to move around. It is also suitable for families with elderly and children, as there is no need to frequently pack and change accommodations, making travel more hassle-free. It is also suitable for groups of friends, as cabin types can be flexibly chosen for greater privacy.
This special train continues to be popular among tourists. On one hand, the route is comprehensive, covering core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in 13 days, allowing travelers to experience different landscapes without multiple visits to Xinjiang. On the other hand, the travel mode is hassle-free, with no need to plan transportation, accommodation, or tickets; the entire trip is clearly arranged with no hidden costs. Additionally, the multiple cabin types cater to different budgets and travel needs, offering more choices. Before traveling, please ensure your health condition is suitable for long-distance travel. Travelers with underlying medical conditions should prepare common medications in advance and inform the accompanying medical staff of their situation.
