The ‘Tianshan’ Tourist Train is a perfect combination of a tourist 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 while passengers rest, and passengers play while the train stops". The train operates during the night when passengers 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 Tianshan Tourist Train schedule for the whole year has been announced. Tourists who want to ride the Tianshan Tourist Train are welcome to consult the official train manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). I. Special itinerary arrangements of the Tianshan Train:
[Highlight Attractions]
Enjoying the scenic spots of Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, encountering the Nalati Grasslands, encountering the Pure Sea of the Western Regions – Sayram Lake, and visiting the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan
Exploring Karakul Lake, the N39 Desert, tasting the ancient city of Kashgar, Xiangfei Garden, Id Kah Mosque, and experiencing Karez Wells and Flaming Mountain, among others. [Selected Hotels]
Selected 4-diamond (local quasi-five-star) hotels, with one night upgraded to five-star (licensed five-star) in Kashgar, and Jiadengyu/Nalati featuring characteristic homestays (3-diamond online rating)
[Exclusive Cuisine]
Dining standard of RMB 50 per person for main meals, including four special meals: cold-water fish, desert buffet, Yining welcome banquet, and Kashgar Halal cuisine; [Special Arrangement]
Special arrangement for one night’s stay in Nalati, crossing the northern section of the Duku Highway, and witnessing the Hero Highway!
[Medical Escort]
Double guide service (full-time accompaniment + local guide), with healthcare professionals on board!
[Super Value Gift]
★One "Aidilai" ethnic hat for gentlemen as a gift: Make you look more dazzling during your trip;
One "Aidilai" silk scarf for ladies: Make you look younger and prettier as a "Xinjiang girl" during your Xinjiang trip;
II. The Tianshan Xinjiang Tourist Train is a unique tourism + train product, providing tourists with a brand-new luxurious way of traveling.
Below is the ticket booking process for this tourist train:
1. It should be noted that the Tianshan Xinjiang Tourist Train is not sold directly on the official 12306 Railway Bureau website but through official travel agency channels designated by the Railway Bureau. Therefore, you need to choose an official travel agency for consultation and ticket purchase.
2. The Tianshan Xinjiang Tourist Train offers a variety of tourism products, including a panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang (around 13 days) with Urumqi Station as both the starting and ending point. 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 Tourist 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) for booking and registration. At the time of registration, you need to pay the deposit for the Tianshan Xinjiang Tourist Train, with the balance due 30 days before departure. 5. After completing the booking and registration, you need to sign the unified electronic contract on the National Tourism Regulation Platform when paying the balance. Before arriving in Urumqi, we will provide you with 24/7 pick-up service to ensure a smooth start to your trip.
6. The travel agency will send the specific tour notice to each tourist within one week before departure, and tourists need to read it carefully.
7. Upon arrival in Urumqi, you can begin your journey on the Tianshan Xinjiang Tourist Train. We look forward to providing you with a comfortable, safe, and efficient luxury travel experience. III. Tianshan Train Schedule and Price List:
The Tianshan Tourist 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 tourist season from May to October. The specific schedule is as follows:
1. Price illustration for May:
May 2025: May 9, May 22
Upper soft sleeper for four: 12,580 yuan/person Lower soft sleeper for four: 13,580 yuan/person
Double-deck soft sleeper for two (1 room for 2 people, with a desk, shared bathroom): 18,800 yuan/person
Lower double 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-deck soft sleeper for two (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
Upper soft sleeper for four: 12,980 yuan/person Lower soft sleeper for four: 13,980 yuan/person
Double-deck soft sleeper for two (1 room for 2 people, with a desk, shared bathroom): 19,400 yuan/person
Lower double 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-deck soft sleeper for two (1 room for 2 people, private bathroom/wardrobe/sofa): 23,400 yuan/person (20 people per carriage)