Tianshan Tourism Train How to Buy Tickets Official Website Registration Price Inquiry
How to buy tickets for the Tianshan Special Train? For the 2026 Tianshan Special Train, tickets must be booked through the professional travel agency designated 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, etc.
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 clarify all key information for you, helping you easily plan your trip.
🚂 What is the ‘Tianshan Special Train’?
The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ is a high-quality tourist train created by the Xinjiang Railway Department, positioned as a ‘mobile hotel + sightseeing train,’ designed for tourists seeking comfort and convenience.
Core Model:It adopts a rhythm of ‘the train follows the people, people play while the train stops, departing in the evening and arriving in the morning.’ You just settle in on the special train, and at night, the train takes you to the next stop, while during the day, you switch to a car for in-depth exploration. Throughout the journey, there is no need to change berths or move luggage, greatly reducing travel fatigue.
Itinerary Experience: A single trip connects key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kashgar. Tourists can experience diverse landscapes and cultures such as snow-capped mountains, plateaus, lakes, deserts, grasslands, and ancient cities in one go. It is especially suitable for family trips and travelers who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth tour.
🛌 What berths are available on the ‘Tianshan Special Train’?
The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ mainly offers two series of carriages: Blue Diamond and Silver Diamond, both with soft sleeper compartments for a comfortable environment.
🚆 Blue Diamond Carriage (High Cost-Effectiveness Option)
Four-Person Compartment:Can accommodate 2-4 people, with an area of about 4.9㎡. The upper berth (0.7×1.82m) is foldable, turning it into a double room. Equipped with shared bathroom facilities and 24-hour hot water.
Two-Person Compartment:Converted from a four-person compartment, recommended to set up two lower berths (0.9×1.95m) for better privacy.
💎 Silver Diamond Carriage (Premium Experience)
Presidential Suite:High privacy and spacious, suitable for tourists who value privacy and comfort.
Executive/Double Compartment:More spacious than Blue Diamond, some with private bathrooms.
Four-Person Compartment:Relatively compact, suitable for friends traveling together.
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 clarify all key information for you, helping you easily plan your trip.✨ Hardware Advantages of the Special Train
One Carriage, One Scenery:Carriages are themed with Xinjiang landscapes like Altay and Ili, creating a rich atmosphere.
Complete Facilities:The entire train is equipped with a dining car, bar/multi-functional carriage, offering Xinjiang specialty cuisine and drinks, along with entertainment facilities like KTV and board games, making the journey lively and colorful.
✨ Quality Highlights of the ‘Tianshan Special Train’
1. Attentive Accompanying Service: Professional guides and butlers are provided throughout the journey. Some long-distance routes also include onboard medical staff with emergency medications to ensure your health.
2. Comfortable Accommodation Experience: Adopts a model of ‘7 nights in online-rated 4/5-diamond hotels + 5 nights on the special train,’ with clear accommodation standards, ensuring good rest both at scenic spots and on the train.
3. Exclusive Special Arrangements: The itinerary includes folk experiences like visiting the Tuva village of Hemu and home visits with various ethnic groups, as well as cultural sites like Kashgar Old City and Id Kah Mosque, offering an in-depth experience of Xinjiang’s diverse culture.
4. Convenient Transportation Experience: The entire journey follows ‘the train follows the people, one berth throughout,’ eliminating the need to pack luggage daily or switch hotels, especially suitable for families and middle-aged/elderly tourists.
5. Reasonable Dining Standards: The train’s dining car offers Xinjiang specialties like big plate chicken and hand-pulled rice, with main meals typically consisting of 6 dishes and 1 soup or 8 dishes and 1 soup, balancing taste and nutrition.
🗺 ️ 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
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jia Deng Yu
Day 04:Jia Deng Yu – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Jinghe South | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
🚂 What is the ‘Tianshan Special Train’?Day 05:Jinghe South – 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: Tashkurgan
Day 09:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit -白沙湖 – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine 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 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
I. Schedules (Urumqi Assembly Dates) and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Four-Person Room:13,999 RMB/person
The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ is a high-quality tourist train created by the Xinjiang Railway Department, positioned as a ‘mobile hotel + sightseeing train,’ designed for tourists seeking comfort and convenience.Blue Diamond Two-Person Room:19,999 RMB/person
Executive Two-Person Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Two-Person Room:18,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Four-Person Room:12,999 RMB/person
2. July 28/August 11
Blue Diamond Four-Person Room:14,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Two-Person Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center for ticket booking. Contact Manager Mai (☎24-hour hotline: 132 0133 3409, WeChat: xjly10010), with over 10 years of experience. Contact Manager Mai to receive itineraries and quotes.
Executive Two-Person Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Two-Person Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Four-Person Room:13,999 RMB/person
3. June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4
Blue Diamond Four-Person Room Upper Berth:16,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Four-Person Room Lower Berth:17,999 RMB/person
Core Model: Adopts a rhythm of ‘the train follows the people, people play while the train stops, departing in the evening and arriving in the morning.’ You just settle in on the special train, and at night, the train takes you to the next stop, while during the day, you switch to a car for in-depth exploration. Throughout the journey, there is no need to change berths or move luggage, greatly reducing travel fatigue.Blue Diamond Two-Person Room:24,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive Two-Person Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Two-Person Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Four-Person Room:17,888 RMB/person
4. June 13/25/September 5
Blue Diamond Four-Person Room:21,888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond Two-Person Room:29,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive Two-Person Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Two-Person Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Four-Person Room:17,888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond Four-Person Room:9,999 RMB/person
Itinerary Experience: A single trip connects key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kashgar. Tourists can experience diverse landscapes and cultures such as snow-capped mountains, plateaus, lakes, deserts, grasslands, and ancient cities in one go. It is especially suitable for family trips and travelers who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth tour.Blue Diamond Two-Person Room:15,999 RMB/person
📌 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices for 2026. Due to possible fluctuations based on schedule, berth type, season, etc., actual costs, availability, and room arrangements are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📞 How to Register and Book?
The ‘Tianshan Special Train’ is a combined product of ‘tourist train + full itinerary’ and is not sold separately on 12306. It must be booked through a regular travel agency.
Booking Process
1. Contact the Travel Agency: Call or WeChat Manager Mai at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to inquire about itineraries, prices, and room types.
2. Choose a Product: Select a suitable schedule and room type based on your time and budget.
3. Provide Information: Provide necessary details such as traveler names and valid ID numbers to customer service for booking and related procedures.
4. Payment and Contract Signing: Pay the booking fee and sign a unified electronic contract under national tourism service supervision to complete the reservation.
💡 Booking Reminder
June to September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism, with limited seats for popular schedules. It is recommended to inquire early and pay a deposit to secure your spot. Be sure to book through Manager Mai at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to avoid untrustworthy channels and protect your rights.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
✅ Costs Typically Include
🛌 What berths are available on the ‘Tianshan Special Train’?Transportation:Corresponding berths on the Tianshan Special Train and tourist buses within Xinjiang.
Accommodation:Hotels and special train accommodations listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Meals indicated in the itinerary, typically including Xinjiang specialty dishes.
Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Full-tour guide and travel agency liability insurance.
❌ Costs Typically Exclude
Round-trip transportation costs from the departure point to Urumqi.
Self-paid items and personal expenses at scenic spots (e.g., drinks, laundry).
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
⚠ ️ Warm Tips
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing.
If the itinerary encounters changes due to weather, road conditions, etc., both parties can agree to make reasonable adjustments.
Specific inclusions, preferential policies, etc., are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
💖 Start Your Xinjiang Journey
By now, you should have a clear understanding of the ticket-buying method, itinerary, and prices for the ‘Tianshan Special Train.’ This train will take you to experience the magnificent scenery and diverse culture of Xinjiang, while you simply relax and enjoy the journey.
If you’re interested, why not contact Manager Mai at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center now to inquire about your preferred schedule and berth, and take the first step toward your journey across the Tianshan Mountains in northern and southern Xinjiang!
How to book the Tianshan Special Train? Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to book tickets. Contact Manager Mai (☎24-hour hotline: 132 0133 3409, WeChat: xjly10010) to receive detailed itineraries and quotes.
