2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Xinjiang Special Train Booking Guide
For more details about Xinjiang tour trains, please contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🚂 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Xinjiang Special Train | Booking Guide
Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities in one go, but worried about the travel fatigue? The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tour train, specially designed for tourists from the Yangtze River Delta region, might be the ideal choice you’re looking for. This guide will provide you with detailed practical information about this route from a ‘how to book’ perspective.
📝 Route Overview:Mobile Hotel, Comfortable Direct Access
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ is a tour train departing from Shanghai, delving deep into northern and southern Xinjiang. It brings the ‘hotel’ onto the rails, adopting a ‘train follows the traveler, travel by day, rest by night’ model, allowing you to rest in comfortable compartments and arrive at new attractions upon waking, avoiding the hassle of frequently switching transportation and moving luggage.
✨ Core Highlights
Comfortable Sleep:All compartments are private rooms with bathrooms, offering hotel-standard bedding and a quiet, soundproof environment.
Rich Amenities:Features a dining car and multi-functional carriages, providing freshly cooked meals and leisure spaces for chess, cards, and reading.
Senior-Friendly Design:Clear signage, handrails, and onboard medical staff ensure a relaxed pace, especially suitable for elderly travelers.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary:17 Days to Cover the Best of Southern and Northern Xinjiang
According to the route plan, the itinerary is as follows (specific stops and order are subject to the final travel confirmation):
Itinerary at a Glance
🚂 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Xinjiang Special Train | Booking Guide D1 Depart from Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla
D2 Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the motherland along the way
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Local Ethnic Home Visits >>白沙湖 >> Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> High Terrace Folk Houses >> Kuqa
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu
Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities in one go, but worried about the travel fatigue? The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ tour train, specially designed for tourists from the Yangtze River Delta region, might be the ideal choice you’re looking for. This guide will provide you with detailed practical information about this route from a ‘how to book’ perspective. D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu
D13 Jadengyu >> Kazakh Home Visit >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi
D14 Urumqi >> Heavenly Lake Tianshan
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to your warm home
Itinerary Pace Analysis
D1-D3 | Departure and Initial Exploration:Depart from Shanghai, enjoy the scenery along the way on the train, arrive in the southern Xinjiang hub city of Korla on the third day, preparing for the desert exploration.
D4-D7 | In-depth Southern Xinjiang Cultural Tour:Visit Lop Nur Village, experience the vastness of the Taklamakan Desert; head to the Pamir Plateau, visit Karakul Lake and白沙湖, and experience local ethnic home visits and the folk customs of Kashgar Old City.
D8-D10 | From Plateau to Grassland:Cross the Tianshan Grand Canyon, travel along the world-famous northern section of the Duku Highway, arrive at the ‘Sky Meadow’ Nalati, and enjoy the stunning scenery of Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic’.
D11-D14 | Classic Northern Xinjiang Scenery Tour:Explore Kanas and Hemu, experience the tranquility of the Tuwa villages; then visit Colorful Beach to watch the sunset, finally arrive in Urumqi, and visit the ‘Pearl of Tianshan’, Heavenly Lake Tianshan.
D15-D17 | Full of Memories, Return to Shanghai:The special train carries you and your memories back to the departure point, ending an unforgettable Xinjiang journey.
💰 Price Description:Transparent Pricing, Worry-Free Choice
Our agency offers various travel options including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car rentals. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (copy to add as friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
📝 Route Overview: Mobile Hotel, Comfortable Direct AccessThe price system for this route is as follows. All fees are subject to the final signed travel contract.
Departure Schedule:0615、0706、0806、0826、0915
🛏 ️ Accommodation and Prices
| Room Type | Description | Price/Person |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Quadruple Room | 5 compartments, 4-person room | Upper Berth: 25999 RMB<br>Lower Berth: 27999 RMB |
| Upgraded Double Room | 5 compartments, 4-person room | 46999 RMB |
| Luxury Double Room | 4 compartments, 2-person room | 66999 RMB |
✨ Service Upgrade Options
For upgraded train and ground service standards:+6000 RMB/Person
💡 Important Notes
The ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ is a tour train departing from Shanghai, delving deep into northern and southern Xinjiang. It brings the ‘hotel’ onto the rails, adopting a ‘train follows the traveler, travel by day, rest by night’ model, allowing you to rest in comfortable compartments and arrive at new attractions upon waking, avoiding the hassle of frequently switching transportation and moving luggage.The above are reference prices; actual costs may fluctuate due to market conditions.
Fees typically include special train berths, ground transportation, some meals and accommodation, but do not include scenic spot tickets and personal expenses.
For solo travelers, we will try our best to arrange shared accommodation; special cases require separate negotiation.
All agreements are subject to the contract signed by both parties.
📞 How to Book:Convenient and Hassle-Free, One-Stop Service
You can inquire and book the ‘Yangtze River Delta Star’ Xinjiang special train through the following methods:
Booking Agency:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Inquiry Phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat Inquiry:181-3962-2233
📋 Booking Process
1. Inquiry and Confirmation: Call or add WeChat, provide the number of travelers, preferred departure date, room type, etc., and the customer service will check availability and prices.
✨ Core Highlights2. Submit Information: After confirmation, provide the names and ID numbers of all travelers as required for booking and insurance.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay a deposit to secure your berth and keep the payment receipt.
4. Sign Contract: The customer service will send an electronic contract. Please read the itinerary, fees, cancellation policy, and other terms carefully before signing.
5. Pay Balance: Pay the remaining amount as per the contract schedule.
6. Pre-Trip Preparation: Receive the ‘Travel Confirmation’ before departure, including assembly time, location, and important notes.
🛡 ️ Fee and Service Description:Your Rights and Guarantees
Included Fees:Typically cover round-trip special train berth fees, listed ground transportation, most meals, listed hotel or special train accommodation, and guide service fees.
Excluded Fees:Scenic spot tickets, personal expenses, and items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Service Features:The special train offers private bathrooms, senior-friendly facilities, freshly cooked meals, and multi-functional entertainment carriages. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted based on actual conditions; specific arrangements are subject to the guide’s on-site instructions.
💡 Booking Suggestions:Plan Early, Travel with Ease
1. Book Early: Special train berths are limited, especially for popular departure dates and double/luxury double rooms. It is recommended to inquire months in advance, especially for summer travel.
2. Clarify Needs: Before booking, confirm all details with customer service, including departure date, price, inclusions (especially ticket policies), and cancellation policies.
3. Sign Contract: Ensure you sign an electronic travel contract recognized by the national tourism regulatory platform and read the terms carefully to protect your rights.
For more details about Xinjiang tour trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free detailed itinerary and train introduction)
