How to Purchase Tickets for the Tianshan Express Official Ticket Booking Guide Essentials Recommended Routes and Pricing
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
In-depth Analysis of the Tianshan Express:2026 Full Booking Guide and Itinerary Highlights
🌄 Route Highlights:A Moving Viewing Platform Through Northern and Southern Tianshan
As a ‘star product’ of Xinjiang tourism, the Tianshan Express features a unique ‘scenery follows the train’ design, connecting core attractions such as Urumqi, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar. The train uses all-sleeper carriages equipped with scenic windows, charging ports, and 24-hour hot water. With nighttime travel and daytime stops at scenic spots, tourists can deeply experience Xinjiang’s magnificent scenery in comfort.
According to the latest operational information for 2026, the train adopts an ‘all-inclusive price for specified items in the itinerary’ model, covering transportation, accommodation, meals, and attraction tickets, reducing the hassle of mid-journey transfers. The itinerary covers forests and lakes in Northern Xinjiang and deserts and gobi in Southern Xinjiang, making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family travel, with an average daily travel time controlled within 3 hours, balancing efficiency and comfort.
📅 Simple Itinerary:13-Day Panoramic Loop (Subject to Contract)
Itinerary Overview:
Day 1:Departure Location – Urumqi (Pick-up and Check-in at Hotel) | Meals: Self-catering | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 3:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jiadengyu
Day 4:Jiadengyu – Hemu – Wucai Beach – Jinghe South | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 5:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Liuxing Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 6:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
In-depth Analysis of the Tianshan Express: 2026 Full Booking Guide and Itinerary HighlightsDay 7:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train Sleeper
Day 8:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Shitou City – Golden Grassland | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Taxkorgan
Day 9:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Xiangfei 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 according to return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm Home
💸 Price Information:2026 Schedule and Room Type Reference
The current Tianshan Express offers multiple room type choices, with prices varying based on departure date and room type. Below are reference prices for some 2026 schedules (final prices subject to contract):
Departure on May 7:
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Quad Room:13,999 yuan/person
🌄 Route Highlights: A Moving Viewing Platform Through Northern and Southern TianshanBlue Diamond Twin Room:19,999 yuan/person
Executive Twin Room:19,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:18,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:12,999 yuan/person
Departure on July 28/August 11:
Blue Diamond Quad Room:14,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:20,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 yuan/person
Executive Twin Room:20,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:19,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:13,999 yuan/person
Departure on June 2/July 8/August 23/September 4:
Blue Diamond Quad Upper Bunk:16,999 yuan/person
As a ‘star product’ of Xinjiang tourism, the Tianshan Express features a unique ‘scenery follows the train’ design, connecting core attractions such as Urumqi, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar. The train uses all-sleeper carriages equipped with scenic windows, charging ports, and 24-hour hot water. With nighttime travel and daytime stops at scenic spots, tourists can deeply experience Xinjiang’s magnificent scenery in comfort.Blue Diamond Quad Lower Bunk:17,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:24,999 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 yuan/person
Executive Twin Room:26,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Twin Room:25,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Quad Room:17,888 yuan/person
Departure on October 9 (Off-season Discount):
Blue Diamond Quad Room:9,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Twin Room:15,999 yuan/person
Tip:Prices may change with market supply and demand. It is recommended to inquire about availability 30 days in advance.
📝 Booking Method:Official Channel Booking Guide
Bookings can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, which provides the following services:
According to the latest operational information for 2026, the train adopts an ‘all-inclusive price for specified items in the itinerary’ model, covering transportation, accommodation, meals, and attraction tickets, reducing the hassle of mid-journey transfers. The itinerary covers forests and lakes in Northern Xinjiang and deserts and gobi in Southern Xinjiang, making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family travel, with an average daily travel time controlled within 3 hours, balancing efficiency and comfort.Contract Signing:Clarify itinerary details, included fees, and refund/change policies (subject to tourism law).
Payment Methods:Support corporate bank transfer or offline contract signing, ensuring fund security.
Inquiry Channels:Contact customer service manager Zhang Jing for the latest schedules and discount information.
💰 Fee Information and Service Standards
Fees Include:
Transportation:Train sleepers, local tour buses, and attraction shuttles.
Accommodation:Train sleepers + hotels (including breakfast).
Meals:12 breakfasts and 23 main meals throughout the trip, including special meals (such as roast whole lamb and fruit feasts).
Tickets:First admission tickets to all attractions in the itinerary.
Tour Guide Services:Professional tour guide accompaniment and explanations.
Service Instructions:
Single Travelers:Every effort will be made to arrange room sharing. If separate accommodation is required, a room difference fee will apply (specific amount subject to inquiry).
📅 Simple Itinerary: 13-Day Panoramic Loop (Subject to Contract)Children’s Policy:Children under 12 not occupying a bed receive an 800 yuan discount; those occupying a bed pay the adult price.
Special Needs:Customized services such as vegetarian meals and barrier-free facilities can be provided (request 7 days in advance).
⚠ ⚠️ Notes and Risk Warnings
Document Requirements:Original valid identification documents must be carried. Foreign tourists need to complete relevant procedures in advance.
Weather Adaptation:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Prepare windproof jackets and sun protection items.
Policy Changes:In case of force majeure (such as extreme weather or temporary attraction closures), both parties can agree to change the itinerary.
Health Tips:Some sections of the itinerary are at high altitudes. Those with underlying health conditions should register with caution.
🌈 In-depth Analysis of Itinerary Highlights
Northern Xinjiang Section:The morning mist of Kanas Lake and the cooking smoke of Hemu Village form a picturesque ‘backyard’ scene, while the Yardang landform of Wucai Beach displays vibrant colors at sunset.
Southern Xinjiang Section:The Muztagh Ata Peak and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau complement each other, while the earthy yellow buildings of Kashgar Old City are full of folk customs.
Cultural Experiences:Home visits to various ethnic groups, handicraft making on Liuxing Street, and folk performances at Xiangfei Garden provide an in-depth experience of traditional cultures of various ethnic groups.
📞 Inquiry and Contract Signing
For information on the latest 2026 schedules, availability, or customization needs, contact customer service manager Zhang Jing at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Staff will provide detailed itineraries and contract templates based on your needs, ensuring clear and transparent rights and interests.
The Tianshan Express redefines Xinjiang travel with a ‘slow travel’ concept, allowing tourists to enjoy the superb scenery of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and deserts in a moving ‘five-star hotel’. Plan your itinerary in advance, lock in your preferred schedule, and embark on a spontaneous Xinjiang journey!
Contact Manager Yang Jia at 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
