2026 Tianshan Special Train Official Website Price Per Person
Xinjiang Train Tour Registration Consultation: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, Manager Mai Zi, 132-0133-3409, same number for WeChat, send detailed itinerary and pricing.
Many friends are asking:“Where can I book tickets for the Tianshan Tourism Train?” This article focuses specifically on the “booking” aspect, clearly explaining the registration methods, schedules, prices, and travel experience for your convenience.
🚂 What is the “Tianshan” train?
The full name of the “Tianshan” train is the “Traveling Xinjiang by Train·Tianshan” high-quality special tourism train, created by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd. It is another full north-south Xinjiang route following the “Kashgar” and “Aksu” trains.
Itinerary Pace:The entire trip lasts about 13 days, adopting a “train follows passengers, passengers play while train stops” model. It travels at night and allows sightseeing during the day, eliminating the hassle of frequently packing luggage and changing hotels.
Scenery Along the Way:See snow-capped mountains, plateaus, lakes, deserts, grasslands, ancient villages, and other landscapes all at once, connecting major tourist cities like Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, and Kashgar.
Target Audience:Suitable for those who want an in-depth tour of Xinjiang in one go but don’t want to drive or endure long journeys, especially families, groups of friends, and middle-aged and elderly tourists.
🛌 Carriage Seats and Comfort
The Tianshan train uses a “Blue Diamond + Silver Diamond” carriage configuration, where the carriage is a “mobile hotel” with complete facilities.
Blue Diamond Carriage (originally “New Orient Express” carriage)
Layout:Each carriage has 7 four-person compartments, which can be upgraded to double rooms.
Beds:Lower berth approx. 0.9m × 1.95m, upper berth approx. 0.7m × 1.82m, foldable with damping device.
Bathroom:7 compartments share toilets and showers at both ends of the carriage.
Suitable for:2-4 people traveling together, balancing privacy and value for money.
Silver Diamond Carriage (more features)
Many friends are asking: “Where can I book tickets for the Tianshan Tourism Train?” This article focuses specifically on the “booking” aspect, clearly explaining the registration methods, schedules, prices, and travel experience for your convenience.Layout:Each carriage holds 16 people, with multiple room types.
Room Types:
Presidential Suite:1 room, with a double bed and private bathroom.
Executive Double Room:2 rooms, sharing a vanity.
Double Room:2 rooms, sharing a bathroom.
Quadruple Room:2 rooms, upper berth foldable.
Suitable for:Travelers who require more space and privacy, or prefer a “one person, one berth” arrangement.
Public Amenities
The entire train is equipped with a dining car, bar/multi-functional carriage, offering Xinjiang specialty meals, drinks, and audio-visual entertainment to enrich the travel experience.
✨ Itinerary Highlights and Quality Service
Full North-South Xinjiang 13-Day Tour
The itinerary covers core attractions like Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Bayinbuluke, Duku Highway, and Kashgar Old City, achieving “one trip, full view of north and south Xinjiang’s highlights”.
“Day Tour, Night Travel” Pace
Night:Sleep on the train’s sleeper berth while traveling.
🚂 What is the “Tianshan” train?Day:Transfer to a tourist bus for in-depth exploration of scenic spots.
Advantages:Saves travel time and reduces fatigue from long journeys.
No Self-Paid Services Throughout
Fees typically include train sleeper berths, local hotels, most meals, first admission tickets and shuttle buses for scenic spots, guide services, and travel accident insurance. Specific inclusions are subject to the signed travel contract.
Thoughtful Details
Meals:Standard meals approx. 8 dishes and 1 soup, with arrangements for Xinjiang specialty meals.
Accommodation:Combination of city hotels and train sleeper berths to ensure rest quality.
：Accompanied by tour guides and staff throughout, with some schedules including onboard medical staff.
🗺 ️ 13-Day Simplified Itinerary Overview
Day 01:Departure – Urumqi (pick up and check into hotel) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper Berth
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 Berth
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
The full name of the “Tianshan” train is the “Traveling Xinjiang by Train·Tianshan” high-quality special tourism train, created by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd. It is another full north-south Xinjiang route following the “Kashgar” and “Aksu” trains.Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayinbuluke | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 07:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper Berth
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 Berth
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper Berth
Day 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Manor – Fruit Feast – Karez Well – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Various destinations (drop off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
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💰 Price Explanation and Schedule
Schedule and Prices (Assemble in Urumqi)
1. Departure on May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Itinerary Pace: The entire trip lasts about 13 days, adopting a “train follows passengers, passengers play while train stops” model. It travels at night and allows sightseeing during the day, eliminating the hassle of frequently packing luggage and changing hotels.Executive Double Room:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Double Room:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Quadruple Room:12999 RMB/person
2. Departure on July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:14999 RMB/person
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. Departure on 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
Scenery Along the Way: See snow-capped mountains, plateaus, lakes, deserts, grasslands, ancient villages, and other landscapes all at once, connecting major tourist cities like Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, and Kashgar.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
4. Departure on 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. Departure on October 9
Blue Diamond Quadruple Room:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Double Room:15999 RMB/person
Target Audience: Suitable for those who want an in-depth tour of Xinjiang in one go but don’t want to drive or endure long journeys, especially families, groups of friends, and middle-aged and elderly tourists.💡 Important Notice
The above are reference prices for some 2026 schedules. Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and schedule. Please refer to actual consultation and contract for details.
📞 How to Book and Register?
Tickets for the Tianshan Tourism Train must be booked through regular travel agency channels partnered with the railway, and are not sold separately on 12306. You can inquire and register through the following methods:
1. Contact the Travel Agency: Call or add WeChat of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to consult Manager Mai Zi at 132-0133-3409 for detailed itinerary, pricing, and room type information.
2. Choose a Product: Select a suitable schedule and room type based on your travel time and budget.
3. Provide Information: Provide necessary information such as traveler names and valid ID numbers to customer service for booking and insurance processing.
4. Payment and Contract: Pay the fee as agreed and sign the unified national tourism service supervision electronic contract to complete the booking.
📌 Booking Suggestions
June to September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism. It is recommended to inquire early and pay a deposit to secure your spot. Please ensure you book through regular channels to protect your rights.
📋 Fee and Service Explanation
Fees Include:Typically cover train sleeper berths, local hotel accommodation, meals listed in the itinerary, first admission tickets and shuttle buses for scenic spots, guide services, and travel accident insurance.
Fees Exclude:Personal expenses, meals not mentioned in the itinerary, costs during free time, etc.
Service Changes:In case of objective factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement.
A 13-day Tianshan train journey puts “home” on wheels—chasing scenery by day and sleeping under the stars by night. If you also want to explore Xinjiang at this pace, start with booking and add the “Tianshan” train to your travel plans.
Consult and register by contacting Manager Mai Zi at 132-0133-3409, same number for WeChat, send detailed itinerary and pricing.
