Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Train How to Buy Tickets Official Entry Guide + Registration Process to Help You Book
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan号 tourist train? Tickets for the Tianshan号 tourist train must be purchased through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) or via WeChat of the Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing at 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Tianshan号 Special Train Booking Process and Fare Details Full Explanation:A Slow Mobile Journey Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Tired of self-driving exhaustion, frequent hotel changes, and lugging luggage around? In the spring and summer of 2026, Xinjiang enters its most scenic season—snow-capped mountains still lingering, grasslands turning green, lakes crystal clear, and ancient cities serene. Taking the ‘Tianshan号’ tourist train, with the train as your home and the window as your picture frame, exploring deeply by day and traveling smoothly by night, is a relaxed way to see beautiful Xinjiang.
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The Tianshan号 special train is a classic loop product covering the natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang and the cultural landscapes of Southern Xinjiang. The journey starts from Urumqi, goes through Beitun into the Altay region to explore Kanas Lake and Hemu Village; then heads south along the Ili River Valley to enjoy Sayram Lake, the Guozigou Bridge, and Nalati Grassland; crosses the southern section of the Duku Highway to reach the heart of the Pamir Plateau, overlooking the Kunlun Snow Mountains, Karakul Lake, and the Stone City; finally returns via Kashgar Old City, Wensu Grand Canyon, and Turpan.
This route cleverly connects lakes, grasslands, canyons, desert edges, plateau wetlands, and historical districts, balancing visual impact and cultural experiences. The train adopts a ‘train follows people, fixed berths, no transfers throughout’ model. Tourists get off to explore during the day and return to their sleeper berths at night, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage. It is especially suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly groups, and travelers who prefer a relaxed pace.
Accommodation points arranged in the itinerary include special areas like Jadengyu, Bayinbuluke Town, and Taxian County. Land hotels are mostly local comfortable or online-rated four-diamond standards to ensure rest quality. Meals include multiple Xinjiang specialty dishes, such as big plate chicken, cold-water fish feast, and ethnic flavor meals, balancing taste and nutrition.
Note that the specific order of attractions, stay duration, and transportation arrangements may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, scenic area policies, etc., with mutual agreement.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on Local Final Draft)
Day01:Departure-Urumqi (Pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Self-care | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day02:Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
🚂 Tianshan号 Special Train Booking Process and Fare Details Full Explanation: A Slow Mobile Journey Across Northern and Southern XinjiangDay03:Beitun-Kanas-Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day04:Jadengyu-Hemu-Wucaiwan-Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day05:Jinghenan-Sayram Lake-Guozigou Bridge-Liuxing Street-Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day06:Yining-Nalati Grassland-Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day07:Bayinbuluke-Southern Duku Section-Restan 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: Taxian County
Day09:Taxian County-Ethnic Home Visits-Baisha Lake-Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day10:Kashgar Old City-Xiangfei Garden-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-Departure to All Parts of the Country (Drop off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
Tired of self-driving exhaustion, frequent hotel changes, and lugging luggage around? In the spring and summer of 2026, Xinjiang enters its most scenic season—snow-capped mountains still lingering, grasslands turning green, lakes crystal clear, and ancient cities serene. Taking the ‘Tianshan号’ tourist train, with the train as your home and the window as your picture frame, exploring deeply by day and traveling smoothly by night, is a relaxed way to see beautiful Xinjiang.💰 Price Explanation (Based on Local Final Draft Data)
The 2026 Tianshan号 special train offers multiple options based on different departure dates and room configurations, with prices as follows (all are 13-day, 12-night package prices, including accommodation, meals, tickets, transportation, and services):
May 7 Departure
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12999 RMB/person
July 28 / August 11 Departures
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14999 RMB/person
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and DestinationsBlue Diamond Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Xinjiang Special Train Ticket Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itineraries and quotes
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4 Departures
Blue Diamond Quad Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26888 RMB/person
The Tianshan号 special train is a classic loop product covering the natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang and the cultural landscapes of Southern Xinjiang. The journey starts from Urumqi, goes through Beitun into the Altay region to explore Kanas Lake and Hemu Village; then heads south along the Ili River Valley to enjoy Sayram Lake, the Guozigou Bridge, and Nalati Grassland; crosses the southern section of the Duku Highway to reach the heart of the Pamir Plateau, overlooking the Kunlun Snow Mountains, Karakul Lake, and the Stone City; finally returns via Kashgar Old City, Wensu Grand Canyon, and Turpan.Silver Diamond Twin Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
June 13 / 25 / September 5 Departures
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
October 9 Departure
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9999 RMB/person
This route cleverly connects lakes, grasslands, canyons, desert edges, plateau wetlands, and historical districts, balancing visual impact and cultural experiences. The train adopts a ‘train follows people, fixed berths, no transfers throughout’ model. Tourists get off to explore during the day and return to their sleeper berths at night, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage. It is especially suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly groups, and travelers who prefer a relaxed pace.Blue Diamond Twin Room:15999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary slightly due to departure dates, room availability, and service details. The final price is based on the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
Tourists interested in booking the Tianshan号 special train can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The agency provides itinerary materials, availability checks, and booking assistance.
Contact Number:181-3962-2229
Same as WeChat:181-3962-2229
Address Information:Please contact customer service directly for the latest reception arrangements
ℹ️ Fee and Service Explanation
Fees typically include:Full transportation starting and ending in Urumqi (including special train sleeper berths), land air-conditioned tourist buses, listed hotel accommodations, meals as indicated in the itinerary, first admission tickets to attractions, shuttle buses, guide services, and travel agency liability insurance.
Exclusions generally include:Transportation from departure to Urumqi, personal expenses, voluntary self-funded items, (single room supplement can be inquired), and additional costs due to force majeure.
All service details, cancellation and change rules, and rights and obligations are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations. Transportation, accommodation, and attraction opening status involved in the itinerary may be reasonably optimized based on actual conditions. Specific arrangements are subject to the departure notice and contract agreement.
Ride the Tianshan号, no need to rush, just enjoy the scenery. From the clear waters of Tianshan Tianchi to the snowy peaks of the Pamir Plateau, from the lavender fields of the Ili River Valley to the winding alleys of Kashgar Old City, this 13-day journey unfolds Xinjiang’s vastness and delicacy at a slow pace.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan号 Tourist Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
