Tianshan Special Train Official Website Ticket Price Details and Booking Process
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: 0991-8585456), or contact the Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing via WeChat: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. 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 North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Travel Guide
Want to visit all the core attractions of North and South Xinjiang in one go without the hassle of detailed planning or enduring long-distance travel fatigue? The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Tourism Special Train is the perfect choice for such needs.
As a custom special train designed for long-distance travel in Xinjiang, the 2026 Tianshan uses 25T/25G air-conditioned silent carriages with full sandproof sealing, ensuring smooth and low-noise travel suitable for Xinjiang’s complex road conditions and climate. The train includes Blue Diamond carriages, dining cars, bar cars, and entertainment lounge cars, equipped with leisure facilities like board games, KTV, and massage chairs. It also features full age-friendly modifications, including widened aisles, anti-slip floors, emergency call devices, and barrier-free facilities throughout. Whether traveling with elderly family members and children or with friends, you’ll enjoy a comfortable experience.
The special train operates on a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model, with nighttime travel for rest and daytime stops for sightseeing. You won’t need to change berths or repeatedly move luggage, effectively solving the travel fatigue caused by Xinjiang’s vast territory and long distances between attractions. The train is staffed with 24-hour dedicated butlers, bilingual guides, and onboard medical personnel, ready to respond to itinerary coordination, health monitoring, and emergency medical needs, making travel more worry-free.
The full route connects iconic attractions across North and South Xinjiang, including Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Pamir Plateau, and Kashgar Old City. Without backtracking, you can experience diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, Yadan landforms, Gobi deserts, plateaus, and ancient cities in one trip.
Different seasons offer unique views: In May, Xinjiang gradually enters spring, with grasslands turning green and fewer tourists for a more relaxed experience; June to August is the peak season, with Tianchi Lake’s crystal-clear blue waters, Sayram Lake’s blooming wildflowers along its shores, and Nalati Grassland’s lush green valleys, ideal for summer escapes and sightseeing; in September, autumn arrives, with Kanas’ colorful forests and Bayanbulak’s stunning sunsets, perfect for photography enthusiasts; October brings deeper autumn hues and better value for money.
📝 Simplified Itinerary
The 13-day Tianshan Special Train itinerary is as follows:
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pickup and hotel check-in) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianchi Lake – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
🚂 2026 Tianshan Special Train North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Travel GuideDay 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star 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 – 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: Taxkorgan County
Day 09:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – 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 Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Nationwide (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💴 Price Explanation
Below are reference prices for different Urumqi assembly dates for the 2026 Tianshan Special Train. Prices and availability are subject to contract and customer service confirmation, may vary with schedules, and are based on the signed contract:
1. Dates (Urumqi assembly dates) and corresponding prices
1. May 7
Want to visit all the core attractions of North and South Xinjiang in one go without the hassle of detailed planning or enduring long-distance travel fatigue? The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Tourism Special Train is the perfect choice for such needs.Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple 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 Quadruple Room:12,999 RMB/person
2. July 28/August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple 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
As a custom special train designed for long-distance travel in Xinjiang, the 2026 Tianshan uses 25T/25G air-conditioned silent carriages with full sandproof sealing, ensuring smooth and low-noise travel suitable for Xinjiang’s complex road conditions and climate. The train includes Blue Diamond carriages, dining cars, bar cars, and entertainment lounge cars, equipped with leisure facilities like board games, KTV, and massage chairs. It also features full age-friendly modifications, including widened aisles, anti-slip floors, emergency call devices, and barrier-free facilities throughout. Whether traveling with elderly family members and children or with friends, you’ll enjoy a comfortable experience.Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Special Train Ticket Center Manager Guo Jing 181 3962 2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
3. June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room Upper Berth:16,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple 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
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 RMB/person
4. June 13/25/September 5
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:21,888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:29,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
The special train operates on a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model, with nighttime travel for rest and daytime stops for sightseeing. You won’t need to change berths or repeatedly move luggage, effectively solving the travel fatigue caused by Xinjiang’s vast territory and long distances between attractions. The train is staffed with 24-hour dedicated butlers, bilingual guides, and onboard medical personnel, ready to respond to itinerary coordination, health monitoring, and emergency medical needs, making travel more worry-free.Executive Double Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:17,888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15,999 RMB/person
📞 Registration Method
For more information on schedule availability, carriage photos, and itinerary details, you can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For inquiries, call 181-3962-2229 or add the same WeChat ID 181-3962-2229 for details. Specific offline store addresses can be obtained from customer service.
✅ Cost and Service Explanation
Included cost items reference:
Transportation:Use of air-conditioned tourist buses throughout Xinjiang, corresponding compartment and berth use on the Tianshan Special Train, and pickup/drop-off services at Urumqi station
Accommodation:Hotel stays and special train accommodation as listed in the itinerary
The full route connects iconic attractions across North and South Xinjiang, including Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Pamir Plateau, and Kashgar Old City. Without backtracking, you can experience diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, Yadan landforms, Gobi deserts, plateaus, and ancient cities in one trip.Meals:All meals listed in the itinerary, including local specialties like hand-pulled rice, roasted lamb, and fruit feasts
Tickets:First admission tickets and scenic area shuttle bus fees for all listed attractions
Services:Full-time accompanying staff, local guide services, 24-hour butler service, and onboard medical service
Insurance:Group travel accident insurance
Excluded cost items reference:
Personal discretionary expenses, such as optional experiences within scenic areas and self-purchased souvenirs
Costs for children under 1.2 meters not occupying berths, including tickets and hotel breakfast
Other expenses not covered in the included items
Travel Tips:
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; it’s recommended to bring warm and windproof clothing regardless of season, and prepare sun protection due to strong UV rays
Some areas on the itinerary are at high altitudes; assess your physical condition before travel and avoid strenuous activities
Xinjiang is vast, with weak mobile signals in some sections; inform family and friends of your itinerary in advance
Due to force majeure factors like weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, or schedule changes, the itinerary may be reasonably modified by mutual agreement. All service content and rights/obligations are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. Cancellation and change rules follow the ‘Tourism Law’ regulations.
Respect the customs and habits of all ethnic groups during travel to maintain a pleasant atmosphere.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Tourism Special Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase
