2026 Tianshan Tourism Train How to Buy Tickets Book Register Fee Details
How to buy tickets for the Tianshan Special Train? To book the 2026 Tianshan Special Train, you must go through the professional travel agency recognized by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Contact Manager Mai (☎24-hour hotline: 132 0133 3409, WeChat: xjly10010). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract.
Want to travel to Xinjiang on the ‘Tianshan Special Train’ but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will help you sort things out and plan your trip easily.
🚂 What is the ‘Tianshan Special Train’?
The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ is a high-quality, distinctive tourist train created by the Xinjiang Railway Department, named ‘Traveling Xinjiang by Train·Tianshan Special Train’. It is another masterpiece following the ‘Kashgar Special Train’ and ‘Aksu Special Train’.
Itinerary Highlights:The entire trip lasts about 13 days, using a ‘train + bus’ model, connecting Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, Kashgar, and other places, covering various landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, plateaus, lakes, deserts, and grasslands.
Core Experience:The special train adopts a ‘train follows people, people play while train stops’ model, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, with no need to change berths throughout the trip, eliminating the hassle of frequently moving luggage and transferring.
Target Audience:Suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly groups, and photography enthusiasts who want to visit the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go and prefer a ‘slow pace + in-depth tour’.
🛌 What room types are available? How to choose?
The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ offers various sleeper compartments to meet different budgets and travel needs. All berths are sleepers, ensuring rest quality during the journey.
Blue Diamond Series
Four-person compartment:Relatively spacious, cost-effective, suitable for traveling with friends or family. Some schedules distinguish between upper and lower berths, with lower berths slightly more expensive.
Two-person compartment:Better privacy, suitable for travelers with higher comfort requirements.
Silver Diamond Series
Presidential Suite:Higher space and facility configuration, suitable for travelers with ample budgets seeking a high-quality experience.
Want to travel to Xinjiang on the ‘Tianshan Special Train’ but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will help you sort things out and plan your trip easily.Executive two-person compartment:Comfort and privacy are between the Blue Diamond two-person compartment and the Presidential Suite.
Standard two-person/four-person compartment:Meets different budgets and needs, a common choice for group travel or family outings.
💡 Berth Selection Tips
Budget priority/Group travel:Recommend the Blue Diamond four-person compartment for high cost-effectiveness.
Focus on privacy/sleep:Consider the Blue Diamond or Silver Diamond two-person compartment.
Pursuing high-end experience:Pay attention to the Silver Diamond Presidential Suite or Executive two-person compartment.
✨ What is the quality? What are the unique features?
The experience highlights of the ‘Tianshan Special Train’ can be summarized as:Hassle-free, comfortable, and enriching.
Hassle-free transportation:The entire journey follows ‘train follows people, one berth all the way’, no need to change berths or hotels, especially suitable for travelers with large luggage or traveling with elders.
Comfortable accommodation:The special train uses various car types such as high-class compartments, soft sleepers, and hard sleepers, with interior decor incorporating Xinjiang folk elements for a rich atmosphere.
Safety assurance:Some schedules include onboard medical staff and provide special services for the elderly and children, making travel more reassuring.
Rich experience:The itinerary covers core scenic spots like Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati, combined with cultural experiences such as the Pamir Plateau and Tajik home visits, offering diverse content.
🗺 ️ How is the itinerary arranged?
🚂 What is the ‘Tianshan Special Train’?The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ follows a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, with a compact and rich schedule. Here are the daily highlights for you:
Day 01:Arrive in Urumqi, private car pick-up and check into hotel to recharge for the journey.
Day 02:Visit Tianshan Tianchi, then take the special train to Beitun, overnight on the train.
Day 03:Arrive in Beitun, transfer by bus to Kanas Scenic Area, overnight in Jiadengyu.
Day 04:Explore Hemu and Colorful Beach, enjoy morning and evening scenery, overnight on the train.
Day 05:Visit Sayram Lake and Guozigou Bridge, experience the grandeur of ‘the last tear of the Atlantic’, overnight in Yining.
Day 06:Gallop through Nalati Grassland, feel the vastness of the ‘sky grassland’, overnight in Bayin Town.
Day 07:Cross the southern section of the Duku Highway, experience the wonder of ‘four seasons in one day’, overnight on the train.
Day 08:Delve into the Pamir Plateau, visit Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland, overnight in Taxian County.
Day 09:Experience Tajik home visits, enjoy the pure scenery of Baisha Lake, return to Kashgar.
Day 10:Stroll through Kashgar Old City, feel the charm of the ancient city, overnight on the train.
Day 11:Explore the Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon, marvel at nature’s craftsmanship, overnight on the train.
Day 12:Visit Flaming Mountain and Karez Well, taste the sweetness of the grape estate, return to Urumqi.
The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ is a high-quality, distinctive tourist train created by the Xinjiang Railway Department, named ‘Traveling Xinjiang by Train·Tianshan Special Train’. It is another masterpiece following the ‘Kashgar Special Train’ and ‘Aksu Special Train’.Day 13:Transfer to the station according to the return time, ending the unforgettable Xinjiang journey.
💰 What is the price? When does it depart?
The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ is a packaged tourism product including designated items in the itinerary. Prices vary by schedule, berth type, and other factors. Below are reference prices for some schedules; please refer to the contract for specifics.
Schedule and Price
May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond four-person compartment:13999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond two-person compartment:19999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center booking and ticket purchase contact Manager Mai (☎24-hour hotline: 132 0133 3409, WeChat: xjly10010), with over 10 years of experience. Contact Manager Mai for itineraries and quotes.
Executive two-person compartment:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond two-person compartment:18999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond four-person compartment:12999 RMB/person
July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond four-person compartment:14999 RMB/person
Itinerary Highlights: The entire trip lasts about 13 days, using a ‘train + bus’ model, connecting Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, Kashgar, and other places, covering various landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, plateaus, lakes, deserts, and grasslands.Blue Diamond two-person compartment:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24999 RMB/person
Executive two-person compartment:20999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond two-person compartment:19999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond four-person compartment:13999 RMB/person
June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond four-person compartment upper berth:16999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond four-person compartment lower berth:17999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond two-person compartment:24999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive two-person compartment:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond two-person compartment:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond four-person compartment:17888 RMB/person
Core Experience: The special train adopts a ‘train follows people, people play while train stops’ model, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, with no need to change berths throughout the trip, eliminating the hassle of frequently moving luggage and transferring.June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond four-person compartment:21888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond two-person compartment:29888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42888 RMB/person
Executive two-person compartment:26888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond two-person compartment:25888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond four-person compartment:17888 RMB/person
October 9
Blue Diamond four-person compartment:9999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond two-person compartment:15999 RMB/person
Price Explanation
The above are reference prices for 2026, which may fluctuate due to schedule, berth type, season, and other factors.
The price includes special train seats, accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, and guide services, but does not include round-trip transportation to Urumqi from the departure point or personal expenses.
Target Audience: Suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly groups, and photography enthusiasts who want to visit the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go and prefer a ‘slow pace + in-depth tour’. For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; specifics are subject to the contract.
📞 How to register and book?
The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ is a packaged tourism product and does not sell individual tickets; it must be booked through a regular travel agency.
Booking Process
1. Inquiry: Contact Manager Mai at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to learn about schedules, prices, and room types.
2. Confirmation: Confirm the desired schedule and room type, provide traveler information to lock in seats.
3. Contract: After paying the deposit, sign a unified electronic contract under the National Tourism Service Supervision.
4. Departure: Receive the departure notice before departure and prepare accordingly.
Contact Information
Phone:132-0133-3409
WeChat:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Contact Manager Mai 132-0133-3409
💡 Warm Tips
June to September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism; it is recommended to inquire and book early.
Please be sure to register through official channels to protect your rights.
Xinjiang’s vastness and grandeur are worth savoring at a slow pace. The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ will take you to experience the colorful scenery and unique charm of this land. If you are tempted, contact Manager Mai now to start your exclusive Xinjiang journey!
How to book the Tianshan Special Train? Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to book and purchase tickets by contacting Manager Mai (☎24-hour hotline: 132 0133 3409, WeChat: xjly10010) to receive detailed itineraries and quotes.
