In the northwest border of China, there lies a mysterious and magnificent land centered around the majestic Tianshan Mountains, which has nurtured numerous enchanting natural wonders and cultural treasures. In order to allow every travel enthusiast to deeply experience the extraordinary charm of this land, a tourist train named the ‘Tianshan Train’ has emerged. The journey of the ‘Tianshan Train’ begins in Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang. From Kanas Lake in northern Xinjiang to the Tarim Basin in southern Xinjiang, from the mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon to the spectacular Muztagh Ata, every location is a masterpiece of nature. The train weaves through towering mountains, with the scenery outside the window changing from towering snow-capped mountains to vast grasslands, and then to dense forests, offering a breathtaking view of the four seasons.
Regarding how to book tickets and register for the Tianshan Tourist Train, which city is the destination and starting point of the Tianshan Tourist Train, how much are the ticket prices for the Tianshan Tourist Train, detailed information on the train marshalling and the interior of the carriages, and the annual schedule for the Tianshan Tourist Train have been released. Tourists who wish to take the Tianshan Tourist 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)
Itinerary for the Tianshan Express:
Day 1: Departure city – Urumqi (airport pick-up and hotel check-in)
Day 2: Urumqi – Tianshan Heavenly Lake – Beitun
Day 3: Beitun – Kanas – Jiadenyu
Day 4: Jiadenyu – Hemo – Beitun – Jinghe
Day 5: Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Khorgos – Yining
Day 6: Yining – Nalati – Yining – Turpan
Day 7: Turpan (Grape Vineyard – Flaming Mountain – Kaner Well) – Kuqa
Day 8: Kuqa – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa王府 (王府 is a place name and remains untranslated) – Aksu
Day 9: Aksu – Shenmu Garden – Kashgar
Day 10: Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 11: Kashgar – Old Town – Mosque – Kashgar – Hotan
Day 12: Desert observation deck – Hotan Old Town – Hotan – Urumqi
Day 13: After arriving in Urumqi in the evening, check into the hotel
Day 14: Transfer to the airport or train station according to return flight or train schedules. Price for the Tianshan Express Tourist Train:
Prices for the Prestige Edition:
Soft sleeper upper bunk: 10,880 yuan/person, lower bunk: 11,280 yuan/person
Prices for the Business Class of the Tianshan Express Tourist Train (without Duku):
(Tour dates: May 7, 20; June 2)
Business single room: 18,980 yuan/person
Business standard room (1 upper and 1 lower bunk with private bathroom): 16,980 yuan/person, (twin beds with shared bathroom): 15,980 yuan/person, (1 upper and 1 lower bunk with shared bathroom): 14,980 yuan/person
Business quadruple room: Upper bunk 12,580 yuan/person, lower bunk 12,980 yuan/person
Prices for the Business Class of the Tianshan Express Tourist Train (Duku North Section):
(Tour dates: June 15, 28; July 11, 24; August 6, 19; September 1, 14, 27)
Business single room: 19,680 yuan/person
Business standard room (1 upper and 1 lower bunk with private bathroom): 17,680 yuan/person, (twin beds with shared bathroom): 16,680 yuan/person, (1 upper and 1 lower bunk with shared bathroom): 15,680 yuan/person
Business quadruple room: Upper bunk 13,280 yuan/person, lower bunk 13,680 yuan/person. Costs included for the Tianshan Express:
1. Transportation: Air-conditioned sleeper trains between Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, Kuqa, Aksu, Kashgar, Hotan, and Urumqi; ground buses with guaranteed one seat per person;
2. Meals: 11 complimentary breakfasts throughout the journey, including 17 formal meals (8 dishes and 1 soup per table for 10 people). Complimentary breakfasts are non-refundable if not consumed; all complimentary specialty meals are also non-refundable if not consumed.
3. Tour guide service: Excellent Mandarin-speaking tour guides with licenses;
4. Accommodation: Selected 4-diamond hotels or 4-star+ standard rooms at ordinary hotels in Jiadenyu. Single male or female travelers need to pay the room difference;
5. Insurance: Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance;
6. Tickets: Including first-entry tickets and shuttle buses for attractions on the itinerary (Tianchi ticket + shuttle bus, Kanas ticket + shuttle bus, Hemu ticket + shuttle bus, Sayram Lake ticket + shuttle bus, Nalati ticket + valley grassland shuttle bus, Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan ticket, Kuche王府 ticket,布伦口 White Sand Lake ticket, Karakul Lake ticket, Id Kah Mosque, Karez Well ticket, Flaming Mountain ticket)
(For complimentary items not participated in, no refund will be given, please understand);
Expenses not included in the ‘Tianshan’ fee:
1. Transportation costs to and from Urumqi in various cities;
2. Personal expenses such as laundry, haircuts, phone calls, pay-TV, beverages, tobacco, and alcohol in the hotel, as well as expenses incurred from contaminated or damaged facilities;
The ‘Tianshan’ tourist train adopts advanced 25G air-conditioned carriage marshalling. The interior decoration reflects both modernity and incorporates rich Xinjiang regional cultural elements. The train is equipped with various carriage types, including comfortable hard sleeper carriages, luxurious soft sleeper carriages, fully functional dining cars, as well as bar cars and multi-functional leisure cars for entertainment and relaxation. These carriages not only meet the basic accommodation and dining needs of tourists but also add infinite fun and enjoyment to the journey. [Design Concept]
Fulfill a dream of traveling across Tianshan Mountain and spanning northern and southern Xinjiang, making travel simple and happy; the train departs in the evening and arrives in the morning, saving you from more than 5,000 kilometers of Gobi road travel, comfortable and safe. The destinations are all the most representative core scenic spots in Xinjiang, including snow-capped mountains, plateaus, lakes, deserts, gobi, oases, grasslands, ancient villages… Fulfilling your dream of spanning northern and southern Xinjiang.
[Customized Train]
Xinjiang’s brand new train loop tour that spans the panoramic view of both northern and southern Xinjiang, brand new route: Urumqi + Altay + Yili + Bozhou + Turpan + Kuche + Aksu + Kashgar + Hotan. The train arrives at the destination in one stop without transfers, truly realizing a panoramic train journey across Xinjiang from east to west and north to south. The train moves with people, no need to change berths throughout the journey. Train + Car gold route, using the train instead of cars, comfortable and safe!
[Train Carriages]
In 2023, Urumqi Railway Bureau invested heavily to tailor-make and brand new create a bar car, entertainment car, and dining car for the ‘Tianshan’ tourist train. The train is equipped with hard sleeper carriages and soft sleeper carriages, providing you with a comprehensive service experience throughout your journey;
[Highlight Attractions]
Kanas and Hemu at a glance; visit Tianshan Tianchi, encounter lavender, meet Jinghai – Sayram Lake; visit Nalati Grassland, Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan, Kuche王府 (王府 in Chinese, an ancient mansion), Godwood Park, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, Desert Viewpoint, Hotan Round City, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, and other essential attractions all in one go; [Quality Assurance]
Group formation in Urumqi, ground air-conditioned tourist coach with comfortable seats, enjoy more considerate service, excellent Chinese-speaking tour guide accompanying throughout the journey;
[Selected Hotels]
Whole journey stays at carefully selected 4-diamond or 4-star hotels and ordinary comfortable hotels in Jiadenyu, providing you with a high-quality and comfortable rest environment;