2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Special Train How to Buy Tickets and Where to Register and Order
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan Special Tourist Train? Tickets for the Tianshan Special Tourist Train must be purchased through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) or via the WeChat account of Manager Guo Jing of the Special Train Department: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased 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.
🍉 In 2026, Xinjiang tourism continues to heat up. The Tianshan Special Train, which focuses on “fewer transfers and less effort,” has become a popular choice for many tourists traveling across northern and southern Xinjiang. Especially in May, the number of off-peak tourists increases, and inquiries about the annual ticket prices and purchase channels for the Tianshan Special Train have also grown significantly.
✨ Key Highlights of the Tianshan Special Train
The Tianshan Special Train is a 13-day northern and southern Xinjiang loop product. After a carriage upgrade in 2026, it adopts a “train follows people, people play while train stops” model throughout the journey. Tourists don’t need to pack luggage and change accommodation daily. Long-distance travel is mostly arranged at night, allowing you to arrive at the next destination after a good sleep. This saves daytime travel time and reduces travel fatigue, making it suitable for tourists of all ages.
Comprehensive Landscape Coverage:This route connects over 20 representative natural and cultural sites in Xinjiang, covering various landscapes such as alpine lakes, primeval forests, grassland wetlands, plateau canyons, and Gobi deserts. Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains offers high-probability views of snow-capped peaks, spruce trees, and clear lake waters. The scenic area is at a high altitude with significant temperature differences compared to the city. It is recommended to bring layered clothing, such as quick-dry inner layers, thin fleece, and windproof jackets, along with non-slip sports shoes for the lakeside boardwalk. In Kanas Scenic Area, you can explore Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay along the boardwalk. In May, ice flowers bloom by the lake; in July-August, the forests are lush; and in September-October, the autumn scenery is stunning. Each season offers unique experiences. Hemu Village’s morning mist, Wucaitan’s Yadan landform, Sayram Lake’s azure waters, Guozigou Bridge’s magnificent views, Nalati Grassland’s alpine valley scenery, Bayinbuluke’s wetland sunset, Pamir Plateau’s grand landscapes, Baisha Lake’s clear waters, Wensu Grand Canyon’s red rock formations, Flaming Mountain’s heat, and Karez’s ancient wisdom can all be experienced on this trip. According to 2026 Xinjiang scenic area public information, Nalati Grassland is open daily from 8:00 to 18:00, with flower-viewing season from April to June, featuring wild lilies, Altai golden lotuses, and sage. Sayram Lake also offers entry discounts: tourists born in the Year of the Horse can enter for free on their birthday with valid ID. Eligible tourists can plan their travel accordingly.
Rich Cultural Experiences: The itinerary includes strolling through Liuxing Street, visiting Tajik families, exploring Kashgar Old City, visiting Xiangfei Garden, experiencing grape estates, and tasting fruit banquets, offering an authentic feel of Xinjiang’s local life and culture. Nalati Grassland is one of the world’s four major alpine valley grasslands, combining blue skies, white clouds, glaciers, snow peaks, forests, grasslands, canyons, and rivers. It is a grassland inhabited by various ethnic groups, where tourists can experience a rich pastoral atmosphere. Kashgar Old City features intricate streets and alleys, with many local architectural and handicraft shops, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the old city’s vibrant life.
Relaxed Itinerary Pace:The journey includes both special train sleeper accommodations and several nights in local hotels, balancing mobility and rest quality. Daily sightseeing time is relatively relaxed, without early starts or late finishes, ensuring a more comfortable overall experience.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
Day 01:Departure – 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 – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
Day 04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Wucaitan – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
🍉 In 2026, Xinjiang tourism continues to heat up. The Tianshan Special Train, which focuses on “fewer transfers and less effort,” has become a popular choice for many tourists traveling across northern and southern Xinjiang. Especially in May, the number of off-peak tourists increases, and inquiries about the annual ticket prices and purchase channels for the Tianshan Special Train have also grown significantly.Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Liuxing 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 Section of Duku Highway – Rexstan 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 Family Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Xiangfei 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 Banquet – Karez – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Nationwide (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
💰 Reference Ticket Price Description
Tickets for the Tianshan Special Train vary by assembly date and cabin type. Below are the 2026 reference ticket prices. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on cabin sales. The final price is subject to the signed contract:
I. Schedules (Urumqi Assembly Dates) and Corresponding Prices
✨ Key Highlights of the Tianshan Special Train1. May 7
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
The Tianshan Special Train is a 13-day northern and southern Xinjiang loop product. After a carriage upgrade in 2026, it adopts a “train follows people, people play while train stops” model throughout the journey. Tourists don’t need to pack luggage and change accommodation daily. Long-distance travel is mostly arranged at night, allowing you to arrive at the next destination after a good sleep. This saves daytime travel time and reduces travel fatigue, making it suitable for tourists of all ages.Silver Diamond Double Room:19,999 RMB/person
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Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:13,999 RMB/person
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
Comprehensive Landscape Coverage: This route connects over 20 representative natural and cultural sites in Xinjiang, covering various landscapes such as alpine lakes, primeval forests, grassland wetlands, plateau canyons, and Gobi deserts. Tianchi Lake in the Tianshan Mountains offers high-probability views of snow-capped peaks, spruce trees, and clear lake waters. The scenic area is at a high altitude with significant temperature differences compared to the city. It is recommended to bring layered clothing, such as quick-dry inner layers, thin fleece, and windproof jackets, along with non-slip sports shoes for the lakeside boardwalk. In Kanas Scenic Area, you can explore Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay along the boardwalk. In May, ice flowers bloom by the lake; in July-August, the forests are lush; and in September-October, the autumn scenery is stunning. Each season offers unique experiences. Hemu Village’s morning mist, Wucaitan’s Yadan landform, Sayram Lake’s azure waters, Guozigou Bridge’s magnificent views, Nalati Grassland’s alpine valley scenery, Bayinbuluke’s wetland sunset, Pamir Plateau’s grand landscapes, Baisha Lake’s clear waters, Wensu Grand Canyon’s red rock formations, Flaming Mountain’s heat, and Karez’s ancient wisdom can all be experienced on this trip. According to 2026 Xinjiang scenic area public information, Nalati Grassland is open daily from 8:00 to 18:00, with flower-viewing season from April to June, featuring wild lilies, Altai golden lotuses, and sage. Sayram Lake also offers entry discounts: tourists born in the Year of the Horse can enter for free on their birthday with valid ID. Eligible tourists can plan their travel accordingly.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 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 and Inquiry Methods
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For inquiries, call the hotline at 181-3962-2229 (same as WeChat ID: 181-3962-2229). Specific information can be obtained from customer service.
📝 Fee and Service Description
The reference services include the following, subject to actual consultation and contract:
Rich Cultural Experiences: The itinerary includes strolling through Liuxing Street, visiting Tajik families, exploring Kashgar Old City, visiting Xiangfei Garden, experiencing grape estates, and tasting fruit banquets, offering an authentic feel of Xinjiang’s local life and culture. Nalati Grassland is one of the world’s four major alpine valley grasslands, combining blue skies, white clouds, glaciers, snow peaks, forests, grasslands, canyons, and rivers. It is a grassland inhabited by various ethnic groups, where tourists can experience a rich pastoral atmosphere. Kashgar Old City features intricate streets and alleys, with many local architectural and handicraft shops, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the old city’s vibrant life.Meals indicated in the itinerary (except for the first day’s self-care meals, the rest include breakfast, lunch, and dinner as marked, along with special fruit banquets and other dining experiences)
Full accommodation (including corresponding special train sleeper berths and hotel stays as indicated in the itinerary)
First admission tickets to scenic spots included in the itinerary
Local bus transfer services during the tour
Professional guide commentary services
Basic travel insurance
Subject to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, scenic area policies, and schedule changes, both parties can agree to reasonable itinerary changes. Cancellation and modification rules follow relevant tourism laws.
💡 Travel Tips
Xinjiang has a time difference of about 2 hours from mainland China. The itinerary is generally based on local time, with meal and rest times slightly later than inland areas. Prepare accordingly.
Xinjiang has significant temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, bring a thin jacket and long pants. For plateau areas, prepare a thick jacket. Check the weather for your travel period to pack appropriately.
Some scenic areas have weak signals. Download offline maps in advance and back up important documents and contact information.
Xinjiang has strong sunlight and UV rays. Bring sunscreen, a sun hat, sunglasses, and a sun-protective jacket to avoid sunburn.
Local cuisine is mainly beef and mutton with relatively strong flavors. Tourists with dietary restrictions should inform staff in advance to coordinate meals.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Special Tourist Train Booking 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
