2026 Tianshan Xinjiang Special Train Official Travel Agency Registration Channel + Official Website Ticket Booking

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan Tourism Special Train? Tickets for the Tianshan Tourism Special Train must be purchased through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 09918585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 18139622229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly 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.
🚞 2026 Tianshan Special Train Travel Guide:Connecting the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in a 13-day itinerary
Many tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang struggle with how to plan a route that avoids constant travel and allows them to see diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, plateaus, and old towns all at once. The Tianshan Special Train is the ideal choice for such needs, moving along with the train throughout the journey, eliminating the fatigue of frequent self-driving or transferring between public transport, allowing more energy to focus on sightseeing.
🌟 Introduction to Core Scenic Spots on the Route
Here is the latest 2026 information on the key attractions covered by this route, to help you prepare in advance:
Tianshan Tianchi Lake:About an hour’s drive from Urumqi, this is a high-altitude lake in the middle section of the Tianshan Mountains. In 2026, the scenic area offers free admission, but it is recommended to purchase a round-trip shuttle bus ticket to enter. The area is at a high altitude, with significant temperature differences between morning and evening compared to the city. It is advisable to dress in layers, with quick-dry inner layers, a thin fleece, and a windproof jacket. Long pants and non-slip sports shoes are better for walking on the lakeside boardwalk. To capture the reflection of Bogda Peak on the lake, try to arrive at the main lake area early in the morning when there are fewer tourists and softer light for better photos. After visiting, you can dine in Fukang County, which offers better value than inside the scenic area. Local specialties include pepper wormwood stewed fish and dry-fried noodles.
Kanas & Hemu: Since 2025, Kanas Scenic Area no longer requires reservations; tickets can be purchased directly online or at the scenic area entrance. Opening hours are 08:00-20:00. You can check real-time comfort tips for sightseeing to avoid peak times. Hemu Village retains traditional log-built houses, surrounded by forests and rivers, with unique landscapes in different seasons.
Sayram Lake: Known as the ‘Blue Gem in the Mountains,’ Sayram Lake displays different shades of blue at different times of the day. The lakeside is covered with blooming wildflowers, and the Guozigou Bridge spans the mountains, a must-see landscape along the way. Liuxing Street hides many specialty shops and food spots, perfect for a leisurely exploration of local life.
Nalati Grassland & Bayanbulak: Since 2024, Nalati Grassland has implemented a real-name reservation system for self-driving tourists. All visitors entering by car must fill in their identity information in the mini-program for real-name reservation in advance, and the ticket purchaser must match the entrant. The grassland features dense spruce forests and gentle grassy slopes, and with luck, you can see herds of cattle and sheep roaming. Bayanbulak’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns reflect the sunset’s glow on the water at dusk, creating a unique landscape.
Pamir Plateau Region: The Pamir Plateau is at a high altitude, so prepare anti-altitude sickness medication, glucose, and oxygen tanks in advance. Also, take sun protection measures with high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat, and bring warm clothing as the plateau is much colder than the plains—even in summer, bring a thick jacket. Muztagh Ata Peak is next to Karakul Lake, and the Stone City and Golden Grassland are connected, allowing you to see both ancient city ruins and wetland landscapes. Baisha Lake has fine sand, and the water appears light blue on sunny days.
Kashgar Old City & Wensu Grand Canyon: Kashgar Old City preserves traditional residential architecture, with many specialty handicraft shops and restaurants. The Fragrant Concubine Garden is nearby, allowing for a leisurely exploration of local life. Wensu Grand Canyon combines Danxia landforms and rock salt karst geology, known as Xinjiang’s ‘living geological evolution museum.’ In 2026, it is open from 10:00 to 19:00. The canyon’s rock walls have clear folds and intense colors, making for great photos. To the northwest, you can see Tomur Peak; to the west, Wensu Muyuan; to the east, the Xiata Ancient Road and Qiuci Cultural Tourism Area; and to the south, the Taklamakan Desert, offering rich landscape layers.
Turpan Spots:Flaming Mountain has high summer temperatures, so prepare for heat protection. Grape estates offer fresh grapes of various varieties, and the Karez Well is a unique local irrigation system, showcasing the wisdom of local residents.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary

🚞 2026 Tianshan Special Train Travel Guide: Connecting the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in a 13-day itineraryThe itinerary for this Tianshan Special Train is as follows:
Day 01:Departure to Urumqi (pickup and hotel check-in) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jiadengyu
Day 04:Jiadengyu – Hemu – Wucaitan – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Liuxing Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Resitan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day 09:Tashkurgan 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 Estate – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi

Many tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang struggle with how to plan a route that avoids constant travel and allows them to see diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, plateaus, and old towns all at once. The Tianshan Special Train is the ideal choice for such needs, moving along with the train throughout the journey, eliminating the fatigue of frequent self-driving or transferring between public transport, allowing more energy to focus on sightseeing.Day 13:Urumqi – Nationwide (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💰 Price Explanation
The 2026 Tianshan Special Train has different reference prices for different assembly dates, as follows:
1. Schedule (Urumqi Assembly Date) and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
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 28/August 11

🌟 Introduction to Core Scenic Spots on the RouteBlue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 RMB/person

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Special Train Ticket Center Manager Guo Jing 18139622229, over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itinerary and pricing
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
3. June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
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

Here is the latest 2026 information on the key attractions covered by this route, to help you prepare in advance:Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13/25/September 5
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
Silver Diamond Double Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. The final agreement is based on the contract signed by both parties.

Tianshan Tianchi Lake: About an hour’s drive from Urumqi, this is a high-altitude lake in the middle section of the Tianshan Mountains. In 2026, the scenic area offers free admission, but it is recommended to purchase a round-trip shuttle bus ticket to enter. The area is at a high altitude, with significant temperature differences between morning and evening compared to the city. It is advisable to dress in layers, with quick-dry inner layers, a thin fleece, and a windproof jacket. Long pants and non-slip sports shoes are better for walking on the lakeside boardwalk. To capture the reflection of Bogda Peak on the lake, try to arrive at the main lake area early in the morning when there are fewer tourists and softer light for better photos. After visiting, you can dine in Fukang County, which offers better value than inside the scenic area. Local specialties include pepper wormwood stewed fish and dry-fried noodles.📝 Registration Method
Tourists wishing to register can do so through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Contact number:18139622229, same number for WeChat: 18139622229. For specific offline addresses, consult customer service.
🔔 Cost and Service Description
This itinerary includes the meals, accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, special train travel costs, local ground transportation costs, and guide service fees as indicated in the itinerary. It does not include round-trip transportation costs from the departure point to Urumqi, self-funded activities within scenic spots, personal expenses, and other costs not specified. Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
In case of changes in weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, tickets, hotel room types, etc., both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. All related agreements are subject to contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws. Cancellation and change rules follow tourism law regulations.
⚠ ️ Travel Tips
Xinjiang’s time difference is about 2 hours later than inland China. Adjust your schedule accordingly, and meal times at scenic spots will also be delayed. Bring some snacks to handle hunger on the road.
Most scenic areas have strong UV rays, even on cloudy days. Take sun protection measures with sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, and a sun hat. Also, stay hydrated in the dry climate by bringing a thermos.
Large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, bring a light down jacket or thick windbreaker. Grassland and plateau areas are colder, so keep warm.
The Pamir Plateau region is at a high altitude. Avoid strenuous exercise. If you experience altitude sickness symptoms, inform the guide or staff immediately and do not tough it out.
When entering scenic areas, follow the relevant regulations, travel civilly, respect the customs and habits of local ethnic groups, do not take photos of others without permission, and do not damage facilities or natural landscapes.
Bring valid identification documents before traveling. Real-name verification is required for entering scenic areas and checking into hotels.
Xinjiang is vast, with long drives between some attractions. Prepare items like U-shaped pillows and earplugs to improve rest quality during the journey.
If you plan to use a drone for filming, check the reporting requirements of the corresponding scenic area in advance and complete the report before use to avoid unnecessary losses.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Special Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 09918585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 18139622229 for ticket purchase