Tianshan Senior Tour Train Annual Ticket Price Official Inquiry and Purchase Guide
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 Annual Ticket Prices & Purchase Guide – Easily Explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang Without Hassle
Entering 2026, the number of tourists choosing to travel to Xinjiang by special train is gradually increasing. As a representative tourism special train product in Xinjiang, the Tianshan has undergone carriage upgrades and service enhancements in 2026, featuring a travel model of ‘train follows people, people play while train stops,’ eliminating the need for frequent transfers and luggage handling. It connects over a dozen core natural landscapes across the Tianshan Mountains in one trip, suitable for tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang without complex planning.
In terms of route coverage, the Tianshan Special Train follows a Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop design, including mountain, forest, lake, and grassland landscapes in Northern Xinjiang, as well as plateau, canyon, and cultural district resources in Southern Xinjiang. Different seasons offer varied scenery: from May to June, you can catch the greening of Northern Xinjiang grasslands and blooming wildflowers by Sayram Lake, with fewer tourists and a more relaxed experience; July to August is the traditional peak tourist season in Xinjiang, with lush vegetation and seasonal fruits, ideal for those who enjoy a lively atmosphere; September to October offers stunning autumn foliage, with more comfortable and dry weather in Southern Xinjiang.
According to the Xinjiang scenic area opening notice released in April 2026, core scenic spots covered by the route, such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kashgar Old City, Flaming Mountains, and Wensu Grand Canyon, are all open normally. The southern section of the Duku Highway is expected to be passable after mid-May. Scenic area opening status and traffic policies may change due to weather or local policies. It is recommended to confirm relevant information before travel, and both parties can agree on reasonable itinerary changes.
📝 Simplified Itinerary
The itinerary for this Tianshan Special Train is as follows, subject to reasonable changes based on actual circumstances:
Day 01:Depart from Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Self-care | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi Tianshan Tianchi Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 03:Beitun Kanas Jiadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jiadengyu
Day 04:Jiadengyu Hemu Colorful Beach Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan Sayram Lake Guozigou Bridge Liuxing Street Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
🚂 2026 Tianshan Special Train Annual Ticket Prices & Purchase Guide – Easily Explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang Without HassleDay 06:Yining Nalati Grassland Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 07:Bayinbuluke Duku South Section 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 County Tajik Home Visit Baisha Lake Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City Fragrant Princess 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 Mountains Grape Estate Fruit Feast Karez Well Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi to various locations nationwide (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
💰 Price Explanation
The following are reference ticket prices for different Urumqi assembly dates of the 2026 Tianshan Special Train. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. The signed contract prevails:
I. Dates (Urumqi Assembly Dates) and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
Entering 2026, the number of tourists choosing to travel to Xinjiang by special train is gradually increasing. As a representative tourism special train product in Xinjiang, the Tianshan has undergone carriage upgrades and service enhancements in 2026, featuring a travel model of ‘train follows people, people play while train stops,’ eliminating the need for frequent transfers and luggage handling. It connects over a dozen core natural landscapes across the Tianshan Mountains in one trip, suitable for tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang without complex planning.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
2. July 28/August 11
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive Twin Room:20999 RMB/person
In terms of route coverage, the Tianshan Special Train follows a Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop design, including mountain, forest, lake, and grassland landscapes in Northern Xinjiang, as well as plateau, canyon, and cultural district resources in Southern Xinjiang. Different seasons offer varied scenery: from May to June, you can catch the greening of Northern Xinjiang grasslands and blooming wildflowers by Sayram Lake, with fewer tourists and a more relaxed experience; July to August is the traditional peak tourist season in Xinjiang, with lush vegetation and seasonal fruits, ideal for those who enjoy a lively atmosphere; September to October offers stunning autumn foliage, with more comfortable and dry weather in Southern Xinjiang.Silver Diamond Twin Room:19999 RMB/person
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Silver Diamond Quad Room:13999 RMB/person
3. June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4
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
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17888 RMB/person
4. June 13/25/September 5
Blue Diamond Quad Room:21888 RMB/person
According to the Xinjiang scenic area opening notice released in April 2026, core scenic spots covered by the route, such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kashgar Old City, Flaming Mountains, and Wensu Grand Canyon, are all open normally. The southern section of the Duku Highway is expected to be passable after mid-May. Scenic area opening status and traffic policies may change due to weather or local policies. It is recommended to confirm relevant information before travel, and both parties can agree on reasonable itinerary changes.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
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:15999 RMB/person
Subject to actual consultation and signed contract.
✅ Service and Fee Explanation
The current Tianshan Special Train product includes project-based services within the itinerary. Basic fees cover the reserved cabin accommodation on the special train, ground hotel accommodation as indicated in the itinerary, all meals specified in the itinerary, first admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for included scenic spots, local regular air-conditioned vehicle transfer services, accompanying tour guide services, and travel accident insurance.
📝 The simplified itinerary fee does not include round-trip transportation costs from the tourist’s departure point to Urumqi, self-care meals indicated in the itinerary, self-paid experience projects within scenic spots, personal expenses, and other unspecified fees. For solo travelers, cabin sharing arrangements can be inquired in advance. If no suitable cabin is found, tourists can choose to pay the difference for the corresponding cabin based on their needs. Subject to actual consultation and signed contract.
The special train carriages are equipped with 24-hour hot water supply, some cabins have bathrooms, the dining car offers various meal options, and accompanying staff can assist with common travel issues. Ground accommodation prioritizes hotels with convenient transportation and good facilities. In areas around scenic spots like Jiadengyu, Bayin Town, and Taxian County, accommodation may be simpler due to geographical limitations. It is recommended to learn relevant information before travel.
📞 Registration Method
Tourists with travel needs can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Contact number: 18139622229, same as WeChat: 18139622229. Address-related inquiries can be directed to customer service. When registering, confirm the availability of spots for the desired tour date. After confirming travel, pay the corresponding fees as per the contract. Cancellation and change policies are based on tourism law regulations.
💡 Travel Precautions
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, with low temperatures in high-altitude scenic areas in the morning and evening. It is recommended to bring a light down jacket or windbreaker, as well as non-spray sunscreen, sunglasses, wide-brimmed hats, and other sun protection gear. Mountain weather is changeable, so carry portable rain gear.
Travel permits are required for border-related areas, which can be obtained at the household registration location or local public security departments in Xinjiang. Carry valid identification documents at all times to avoid delays.
Scenic area opening status and road conditions may change due to weather, policies, and other factors. Pay attention to relevant notices before departure, and both parties can agree on reasonable itinerary changes.
Xinjiang is vast with long driving distances between scenic spots. Bring portable chargers, drinking water, and common medicines (cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, etc.) to alleviate travel discomfort.
Special train checks are strict. Prohibited items include knives, spray-type items, flammable and explosive materials, and illegal live animals. Organize luggage in advance to avoid delays.
Local goods are often priced per kilogram. Confirm the unit of measurement before purchasing to avoid misunderstandings.
Smoking is prohibited throughout the special train. Air conditioning temperature in the carriages is uniformly controlled by crew members. Contact accompanying staff for adjustments if needed.
When participating in self-paid activities like horse riding or hiking, choose regular venues and take personal protective measures.
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
