How to Book Tickets for Tianshanhao Tourism Special Train 2026 Cost Schedule Tips Recommended Routes Prices
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation.
Tianshanhao Tourism Special Train:2026 Comprehensive In-Depth Travel Guide 🚂✨
🌄 [Route Highlights:A Moving Viewing Platform Traversing the North and South of Tianshan Mountains]
The Tianshanhao Tourism Special Train is a premium circular train launched by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, connecting core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang through a dual transportation mode of “train + car”. The train features all soft sleeper cabins equipped with scenic windows, charging ports, and 24-hour hot water. Passengers can rest while traveling at night and transfer to tour buses at stops during the day for in-depth exploration, truly achieving a time-saving experience of “daytime travel and nighttime rest”.
The train route covers iconic destinations in Xinjiang such as Urumqi, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar, passing through 12 5A/4A-rated scenic spots including Tianshan Tianchi, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau. The specially designed “slow travel pace” avoids the exhaustion of traditional tour groups rushing from place to place. For example, a full day is allocated for visiting Kanas, allowing tourists to hike the Three Bays and ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view; in the Old Town of Kashgar, 3 hours of free time are reserved for experiencing pottery making or tasting rose tea at a century-old teahouse.
📅 [2026 Schedule and Pricing Information]
▶ Schedule and Cabin Types (Subject to Contract Signing)
According to the latest schedule from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the Tianshanhao will operate 10 group tours in 2026, covering landscapes in all four seasons:
Spring Flower Appreciation Tour (May 7)
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:RMB 23,999/person | Blue Diamond Quad Room: RMB 13,999/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room/Executive Twin Room:RMB 19,999/person | Silver Diamond Twin Room: RMB 18,999/person
Tianshanhao Tourism Special Train: 2026 Comprehensive In-Depth Travel Guide 🚂✨Summer Heat Escape Tour (July 28/August 11)
Blue Diamond Quad Room:RMB 14,999/person | Blue Diamond Twin Room: RMB 20,999/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:RMB 24,999/person | Executive Twin Room: RMB 20,999/person
Autumn Photography Tour (September 4/September 5)
Upper Bunk in Blue Diamond Quad Room:RMB 16,999/person | Lower Bunk: RMB 17,999/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:RMB 24,999/person | Silver Diamond Presidential Suite: RMB 42,888/person
Winter Special Offer Tour (October 9)
Blue Diamond Quad Room:RMB 9,999/person | Blue Diamond Twin Room: RMB 15,999/person
❗ Important Notice:
Prices include transportation, accommodation, meals, and first admission tickets to scenic spots throughout the trip, excluding secondary expenses such as shuttle buses and cable cars. Due to fluctuations in the tourism market, the final cost is subject to the signed contract. It is recommended to inquire about availability 30 days in advance.
🌄[Route Highlights: A Moving Viewing Platform Traversing the North and South of Tianshan Mountains]🗺 ️[13-Day Comprehensive Itinerary Breakdown]
▶ Day 01:Departure Point → Urumqi
Upon arrival, check into a four-star hotel. Recommended free activities:Shop for dried fruit souvenirs at the International Bazaar or visit Red Hill Park for a panoramic view of the city.
▶ Day 02:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Beitun
Visit Tianshan Tianchi in the morning and take the Mayashan Cable Car to view Bogda Peak; board the train in the evening for Beitun, and enjoy dinner featuring cold-water fish from the Irtysh River.
▶ Day 03:Beitun → Kanas → Jiadengyu
Spend a full day exploring the Kanas Scenic Area. Recommended route:Fairy Bay Morning Mist → Moon Bay Hiking → Crouching Dragon Bay Viewing → Ascend Guanyu Platform.
▶ Day 04:Jiadengyu → Hemu → Colorful Beach → Jinghe South
Capture morning smoke rising from Hemu Village, traverse the Junggar Basin in the afternoon, and admire the sunset symphony of Yardang landforms and the Irtysh River at Colorful Beach in the evening.
▶ Day 05:Jinghe South → Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Six-Star Street → Yining
Drive around Sayram Lake (approximately 90 kilometers), with key stops at scenic overlooks such as Jinhua Zihui and Songshu Tou; visit Six-Star Street in Yining in the evening to taste Russian bread and handmade ice cream.
The Tianshanhao Tourism Special Train is a premium circular train launched by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, connecting core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang through a dual transportation mode of “train + car”. The train features all soft sleeper cabins equipped with scenic windows, charging ports, and 24-hour hot water. Passengers can rest while traveling at night and transfer to tour buses at stops during the day for in-depth exploration, truly achieving a time-saving experience of “daytime travel and nighttime rest”.▶ Day 06:Yining → Nalati Grassland → Bayanbulak
Ride horses on the Nalati Alpine Grassland, traverse the middle section of the Duku Highway in the afternoon, and wait for the “Nine Suns” spectacle at the meandering river in Bayanbulak in the evening.
▶ Day 07:Bayanbulak → Southern Duku Highway → Restan Old Street → Kashgar
Cross the southern section of the Duku Highway, with stops at the Large and Small Dragon Pools and the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon along the way; arrive in Kashgar in the evening and stroll through the painted corridors of Restan Old Street at night.
▶ Day 08:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Karakul Lake → Shitou City → Golden Grassland
Obtain a pass and head to Taxkorgan County, admire Muztagh Ata along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, and photograph the snow-capped mountain reflections at Karakul Lake.
▶ Day 09:Taxkorgan → Tajik Home Visit → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
Visit local families of various ethnic groups to learn to play the eagle flute; capture the blue and white secret realm of Baisha Lake on the return journey.
▶ Day 10:Kashgar Old Town → Xiangfei Garden → → Aksu
Learn copperware making from craftsmen in Kashgar Old Town and visit Xiangfei Garden to understand the history of ethnic integration.
The train route covers iconic destinations in Xinjiang such as Urumqi, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar, passing through 12 5A/4A-rated scenic spots including Tianshan Tianchi, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau. The specially designed “slow travel pace” avoids the exhaustion of traditional tour groups rushing from place to place. For example, a full day is allocated for visiting Kanas, allowing tourists to hike the Three Bays and ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view; in the Old Town of Kashgar, 3 hours of free time are reserved for experiencing pottery making or tasting rose tea at a century-old teahouse.▶ Day 11:Wensu Grand Canyon → Ta Village → Turpan
Traverse the Wensu Tomur Grand Canyon and experience the nomadic life of various ethnic groups in Ta Village.
▶ Day 12:Flaming Mountains → Grape Manor → Karez → Urumqi
Measure the surface temperature of the Flaming Mountains on-site, taste seedless white grapes in Grape Valley, and visit the underground water conservancy project, the Karez.
▶ Day 13:Urumqi → Nationwide
See off according to flight time and conclude the itinerary.
📝 [Registration and Service Information]
▶ Registration Method
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to book 60 days in advance to secure cabin selection.
▶ Fees Included
📅[2026 Schedule and Pricing Information] Soft sleeper accommodation on the special train throughout the trip, 3 nights at local four-star hotels, scenic spot admission tickets, 12 breakfasts and 22 main meals (including fruit feasts, roast whole lamb, and other specialty meals), and professional guide services.
▶ Fees Excluded
Personal expenses, (single registrants will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible), and secondary consumption items within scenic spots.
▶ Special Notes
Due to weather or policy influences, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted through mutual consultation; tourists aged 70 and above need to provide a health certificate and sign a liability waiver. Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
💡 [Pre-Trip Tips]
Document Preparation:Valid identification, preferential certificates (such as student ID/senior citizen card), and pass (processed on-site in Kashgar)
Clothing Suggestions:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring a windbreaker, sun hat, and comfortable hiking shoes
Photography Equipment:It is recommended to bring a wide-angle lens (for grasslands and lakes) and a telephoto lens (for snow-capped mountains and animals)
Cultural Etiquette:Respect the customs and habits of various ethnic groups, avoid making noise indoors, and obtain consent before photographing people
📞 [Consultation Channels]
For inquiries about the latest 2026 schedule availability or custom itineraries, contact Manager Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Professional travel consultants will provide one-on-one service to help you plan an excellent trip to Xinjiang!
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation.
