Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train How to Book Tickets Registration Fee Standard Official Website Price List Itinerary Guide
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? The Shanghai-to-Xinjiang tourist train must be booked through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or contact Manager Guo Jing of the Yangtze River Delta Star Train Department via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Slowly traverse the mountains and rivers, roam freely with a single berth—the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train embarks on a new journey.
In an era of fast-paced travel, more and more tourists are seeking deep, ‘slow down’ experiences. In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train sets off again with the concept of a ‘mobile living space,’ connecting the magnificent landscapes from Shanghai across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. This customized tourist train, composed of 17 carriages, is not just a mode of transport but an immersive journey integrating accommodation, dining, sightseeing, and social interaction.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train starts and ends in Shanghai, forming a complete loop that covers the core scenic areas of southern and northern Xinjiang. The entire journey adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, allowing passengers to avoid frequent hotel changes and luggage handling, truly achieving a relaxed rhythm of ‘sleeping to arrive, waking to explore.’
The itinerary traverses the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, the eastern foothills of the Pamir Plateau, the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains, and the southern slope of the Altai Mountains, passing through Korla, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Yining, Burqin, Hemu, Jiadengyu, Urumqi, and other places. It covers diverse landscapes and cultural attractions such as lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and ethnic villages. The train is equipped with constant temperature and humidity systems and shock absorbers, ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride even through long stretches of Gobi desert.
The train carries about 240 passengers and offers various cabin types, all with private bathrooms (wet-dry separation), 24-hour hot water, emergency call buttons, and anti-slip facilities, making it especially suitable for family trips, elderly groups, and travelers who prefer a relaxed pace.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Based on the Final Draft)
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla Yangtze River Delta Star
🚂 Slowly traverse the mountains and rivers, roam freely with a single berth—the 2026 ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train embarks on a new journey. D2 Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the motherland along the way Yangtze River Delta Star
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening Korla
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar Yangtze River Delta Star
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan Taxkorgan
D6 Home visits with various ethnic groups >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> High-Altitude Folk Houses >> Kuqa Yangtze River Delta Star
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland Bayan Town
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland Yining
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun Yangtze River Delta Star
In an era of fast-paced travel, more and more tourists are seeking deep, ‘slow down’ experiences. In 2026, the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tourist train sets off again with the concept of a ‘mobile living space,’ connecting the magnificent landscapes from Shanghai across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. This customized tourist train, composed of 17 carriages, is not just a mode of transport but an immersive journey integrating accommodation, dining, sightseeing, and social interaction. D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jiadengyu Jiadengyu
D13 Jiadengyu >> Kazakh Home Visit >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi Yangtze River Delta Star
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi Urumqi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai Yangtze River Delta Star
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to the warm home Warm home
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the Final Draft)
4-person cabin:Upper berth 25,999 RMB/person | Lower berth 27,999 RMB/person
🌄 Route and Destination IntroductionUpgraded double cabin (converted from 5-pack 4-person cabin):46,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing
Luxury double cabin (4-pack 2-person cabin):66,999 RMB/person
Departure Dates:June 15, July 06, August 06, August 26, September 15
> The above prices are reference ranges; specific fees are subject to the signed contract. Prices may fluctuate based on departure dates, cabin availability, etc. Please confirm at the time of registration.
📞 Registration Method
For information on departure availability, itinerary details, or to register and select berths, please contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service for consultation and registration.
Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat:181-3962-2229 (same number)
Customer service can assist with providing itinerary materials, berth selection advice, and pre-travel precautions. Specific services are subject to the signed travel contract.
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ train starts and ends in Shanghai, forming a complete loop that covers the core scenic areas of southern and northern Xinjiang. The entire journey adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, allowing passengers to avoid frequent hotel changes and luggage handling, truly achieving a relaxed rhythm of ‘sleeping to arrive, waking to explore.’🧳 Cost and Service Explanation
Costs typically include:
✅ Full-trip train cabin accommodation (with private bathroom)
✅ First admission tickets to listed scenic spots
✅ Local professional guide services
✅ Three meals daily (supplied by the train restaurant, including specialty dishes)
✅ Onboard medical support (basic medical emergency assistance)
✅ Luggage transported directly with the train, no need for intermediate handling
Items not included may involve:Personal expenses, some optional paid experiences, single room supplements (if sharing fails), travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase separately), etc.
The itinerary traverses the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, the eastern foothills of the Pamir Plateau, the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains, and the southern slope of the Altai Mountains, passing through Korla, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Yining, Burqin, Hemu, Jiadengyu, Urumqi, and other places. It covers diverse landscapes and cultural attractions such as lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and ethnic villages. The train is equipped with constant temperature and humidity systems and shock absorbers, ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride even through long stretches of Gobi desert.> All services, cancellation policies, and liability allocations comply with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations. Specific arrangements are subject to the signed contract terms; both parties can fully communicate and confirm itinerary details.
🌿 Warm Tips
During train operation, the cabins maintain a constant temperature; it is recommended to bring season-appropriate clothing to account for day-night temperature differences.
Some stops are at high altitudes (e.g., Karakul Lake, Tianshan Tianchi); please inform staff in advance if you have specific health conditions.
Cultural sites and natural scenic areas in the itinerary adhere to national unified management standards; respecting the customs of all ethnic groups is the responsibility of every traveler.
Before departure, ensure you have valid identification documents; railway real-name boarding requires identity verification.
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ is not a tool for rushing but a mobile living space. Here, time stretches, scenery settles, and the journey becomes life itself. If you look forward to a leisurely, warm, and story-filled long-distance trip, feel free to call and start this 17-day journey spanning east and west.
📞 Consultation Hotline:181-3962-2229 (same as WeChat)
📌 Service Provider:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
> This information is compiled as of May 26, 2026; specific arrangements are subject to the signed contract.
2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train ticket booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
