The ‘Tianshan’ Tourism Train is a perfect combination of a railway tourism train and tourism products. It is not just a train ticket, but also a Xinjiang tour jointly planned by the Urumqi Railway Bureau and travel agencies. When booking, passengers will enjoy comprehensive services from train travel to tourist attractions.
The Tianshan Train features a mode of "the train moves when tourists rest, and stops when tourists play." The train operates during the night when tourists are resting and arrives at attractions during the day for sightseeing. It connects major tourist cities in Xinjiang such as Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, Kuqa, Aksu, and Kashgar, covering major attractions in northern, southern, and eastern Xinjiang. The 2025 schedule for the Tianshan Tourism Train has been announced. Tourists who wish to ride the Tianshan Tourism Train are welcome to consult the official train manager: Maizi 132 0133 3409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). I. Special arrangements for the Tianshan Train itinerary:
[Highlight Attractions]
Enjoy a tour of Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, encounter the Nalati Grasslands, meet the Western Regions’ Pure Lake – Sayram Lake, and visit the mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon
Explore the Karakul Lake, N39 Desert, savor Kashgar Old Town, Xiangfei Garden, Id Kah Mosque, experience Karez Wells, Flaming Mountain, etc. [Selected Hotels]
Selected 4-diamond (local quasi-five-star) hotels, upgraded to one-night stay in a five-star hotel in Kashgar (licensed five-star), and Jiadenyu/Nalati feature folk accommodations (3-diamond online rating)
[Exclusive Cuisine]
Lunch and dinner standards are 50 yuan/person, with four special meals including cold-water fish, desert buffet, Yining welcome banquet, and Kashgar halal cuisine; [Special Arrangement]
Specially arranged one-night stay in Nalati, cross the northern section of the Duku Highway, and see the Heroes’ Highway!
[Medical Escort]
Double guide service (full-time accompaniment + local guide), with healthcare professionals on board!
[Special Gift]
★One "Aidailai" ethnic hat for gentlemen as a gift: Make you even more dazzling during your trip;
One "Aidailai" silk scarf for ladies: Let you become a younger and prettier "Xinjiang Girl" during your trip to Xinjiang;
II. The Tianshan Xinjiang Tourism Train is a unique tourism + train product that provides tourists with a brand-new luxurious way of traveling.
Below is the booking process for this special train:
1. It should be noted that the Tianshan Xinjiang Tourism Train is not sold directly on the official 12306 Railway Bureau website, but rather through official travel agency channels designated by the Railway Bureau. Therefore, you need to select an official travel agency for consultation and ticket purchase.
2. The Tianshan Xinjiang Tourism Train offers various tourism products, including a panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang (around 13 days), with Urumqi Station as both the starting and ending point. The departure dates are mainly concentrated from May to September, with different departure dates and plans each month. 3. You can inquire about specific cabin prices and choose a suitable tour date through the Tourism Train Center. Soft sleeper cabins provide a more luxurious experience, while premium soft sleeper cabins focus more on comfort and spaciousness.
4. After selecting your travel date and product, you need to provide your ID information (name and ID number) to book and register. At the time of registration, you need to first pay the deposit for the Tianshan Xinjiang Tourism Express Train, with the balance due 30 days before departure. 5. After completing the booking and registration, you need to sign an electronic standardized contract provided by the National Tourism Regulation Platform when paying the balance. Before arriving in Urumqi, we will provide you with round-the-clock pick-up services to ensure a smooth start to your trip.
6. One week before departure, the travel agency will send a detailed tour notification to each tourist, who needs to read it carefully.
7. Upon arriving in Urumqi, you can start your journey on the Tianshan Xinjiang Tourism Express Train. We look forward to providing you with a comfortable, safe, and efficient luxury travel experience. III. Tianshan Schedule and Price List:
The Tianshan Tourism Express Train operates based on the principle of departing in the evening and arriving in the morning, with a total journey time of 13 days, covering the peak travel season from May to October. The specific schedule is as follows:
1. Price illustration for May:
May 2025: May 9, May 22
4-person upper soft sleeper: 12,580 yuan/person 4-person lower soft sleeper: 13,580 yuan/person
Double decker soft sleeper (1 room for 2 people, with a desk, shared bathroom): 18,800 yuan/person
Double lower soft sleeper (1 room for 2 people, shared bathroom): 20,800 yuan/person
Single flat soft sleeper (1 room for 1 person, private washroom/desk): 23,800 yuan/person
Double decker soft sleeper (1 room for 2 people, private bathroom/wardrobe/sofa): 22,800 yuan/person (20 people per carriage) 2. Price illustration for June to September:
June 2025: June 4, June 17, June 30
July 2025: July 13, July 26
August 2025: August 8, August 21
September 2025: September 3, September 16, September 29
4-person upper soft sleeper: 12,980 yuan/person 4-person lower soft sleeper: 13,980 yuan/person
Double decker soft sleeper (1 room for 2 people, with a desk, shared bathroom): 19,400 yuan/person
Double lower soft sleeper (1 room for 2 people, shared bathroom): 21,400 yuan/person
Single flat soft sleeper (1 room for 1 person, private washroom/desk): 24,400 yuan/person
Double decker soft sleeper (1 room for 2 people, private bathroom/wardrobe/sofa): 23,400 yuan/person (20 people per carriage)