Tianshan Tourism Train Ticket Purchase Guide Channels and Booking Process Complete Tutorial
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan No. Tourist Train? Tickets for the Tianshan No. Tourist Train must be purchased through the professional railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229. 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.
🚂 Want to visit all the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go in 2026 without having to rush and pack luggage every day? The Tianshan No. Train can help you achieve a slow tour of Xinjiang. Many friends are asking about the annual ticket prices and how to book. Today, we’ve compiled complete reference information for you.
🌿 Introduction to the Tianshan No. Train Route Features
Xinjiang is vast, with long distances between attractions. Ordinary road travel often requires a lot of time on the road. The Tianshan No. Train focuses on a panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, covering core landscapes from snowy mountains and lakes in the north to plateau scenery in the south. Traveling with the special train allows you to leave large luggage on board without repeated handling, making the journey more relaxed.
Along the route, you can experience different types of natural and cultural landscapes:
✅ Tianshan Tianchi:Close to Urumqi by car, the lake reflects the snow of Bogda Peak, surrounded by spruce forests. You can take a cable car to overlook the entire lake area.
✅ Kanas Scenic Area:The lake changes color with seasons and light. The Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay each have unique features, surrounded by birch forests and snowy mountains. The morning mist creates a particularly soft scenery.
✅ Sayram Lake:A high-altitude alpine lake in Xinjiang with clear blue water. You can enjoy the reflection of snowy mountains along the lake. The lake surface shows different colors under changing light at different times.
✅ Nalati Grassland:Gentle terrain with lush water and grass. In summer, wildflowers bloom in succession. Visitors can choose to ride horses across the grassland and experience folk activities.
✅ Southern Section of Duku Highway:Running through the spine of the Tianshan Mountains, you can see canyons, grasslands, snowy mountains, and other landscapes along the way, experiencing different climates and sceneries.
✅ Pamir Plateau:Features the snow-capped Muztagh Ata Peak, with Karakul Lake nestled at the foot of the snowy mountains, as well as special landscapes like Baisha Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland.
✅ Kashgar Old City:With crisscrossing streets and unique architectural styles, you can taste local specialties like grilled lamb skewers, naan meat, and hand-grabbed rice.
✅ Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon:Formed by long-term wind erosion of red sandstone, the canyon walls have intense colors and unique landforms.
✅ Flaming Mountains, Grape Manor, Karez Well, and other Turpan special landscapes allow you to experience the local climate and cultural features.
🚂 Want to visit all the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go in 2026 without having to rush and pack luggage every day? The Tianshan No. Train can help you achieve a slow tour of Xinjiang. Many friends are asking about the annual ticket prices and how to book. Today, we’ve compiled complete reference information for you.The entire itinerary does not require you to plan transportation and accommodation yourself, and daily meals are arranged. It is suitable for family trips, elderly tourists, and those who don’t want to spend time planning.
📅 Simple Itinerary
The 13-day itinerary for the Tianshan No. Train is as follows:
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Self-care | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
Day 04:Jia Deng Yu – 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 Duku – Restan 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: Taxian County
Day 09:Taxian – 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
🌿 Introduction to the Tianshan No. Train Route FeaturesDay 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Various places across China (send-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
(Note:Due to weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, etc., the itinerary may be reasonably modified with mutual agreement)
💰 2026 Reference Prices and Tour Dates
The following are reference prices for different Urumqi assembly dates for the 2026 Tianshan No. Train. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. The signed contract prevails:
I. Schedules (Urumqi assembly dates) and corresponding prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad 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 Quad Room:12,999 RMB/person
2. July 28/August 11
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Xinjiang is vast, with long distances between attractions. Ordinary road travel often requires a lot of time on the road. The Tianshan No. Train focuses on a panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, covering core landscapes from snowy mountains and lakes in the north to plateau scenery in the south. Traveling with the special train allows you to leave large luggage on board without repeated handling, making the journey more relaxed.Blue Diamond Quad 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
Silver Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13,999 RMB/person
3. June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4
Blue Diamond Quad Room Upper Berth:16,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room Lower Berth:17,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:24,999 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
Along the route, you can experience different types of natural and cultural landscapes:Silver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 RMB/person
4. June 13/25/September 5
Blue Diamond Quad 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 Quad Room:17,888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15,999 RMB/person
📋 Cost and Service Description
Reference services included:
✅ All meals marked in the itinerary (Day 1 meals self-care, others include breakfast, lunch, and dinner unless otherwise specified, Day 13 includes breakfast)
✅ Tianshan Tianchi: Close to Urumqi by car, the lake reflects the snow of Bogda Peak, surrounded by spruce forests. You can take a cable car to overlook the entire lake area.✅ Accommodation marked in the itinerary:Includes hotel stays in Urumqi, Jia Deng Yu, Yining, Bayin Town, Taxian, Kashgar, etc., and corresponding train sleeper accommodation.
✅ First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary
✅ Ground transfer costs within the itinerary
✅ Basic special train services and on-board staff services
Specific service content and cost details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. All terms comply with contract law, tourism law, and other relevant regulations. Cancellation and change rules follow tourism law to protect the rights of both parties.
📞 Booking and Consultation Methods
For more details or to book, you can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For any questions, call 181-3962-2229 or add the same WeChat number 181-3962-2229 for more information. Specific address details can be obtained from customer service.
Seats on the special train during peak periods are relatively limited. It is recommended that those planning to travel consult in advance to confirm availability for desired dates. After confirming registration, a tourism contract will be signed through formal procedures to protect travel rights.
⚠ ️ Travel Tips
1. Please carry valid identification documents when traveling. You need to show them for hotel check-in, entering scenic spots, and taking transportation. It is recommended to save electronic copies on your phone as backup.
2. The itinerary involves border areas like the Pamir Plateau, requiring a travel permit in advance. You can ask staff about the application process during consultation.
3. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, bring a light jacket. Higher altitude areas are colder, so prepare warmer clothing.
4. Xinjiang has strong UV rays and a dry climate. Prepare sunscreen and moisturizing skincare products before traveling, and drink plenty of water during the trip.
5. Xinjiang is vast, with some road sections taking a long time. Wear comfortable shoes and bring portable items like neck pillows to enhance travel comfort.
6. Special train seats are limited. Confirm your travel intention early to secure your preferred dates.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan No. Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
