2026 Snow Country Train Booking How to Confirm Departure in 3 Steps

How do you buy tickets for the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train? Ticket purchase and booking methods,

How do you buy tickets and book the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train Northeast special train? Here is a core knowledge point to help everyone avoid pitfalls: the Snow Country Train is a packaged railway cultural tourism product and does not sell train tickets separately. It can only be handled through railway partner travel agencies. Any private ticket sales by individuals or small intermediaries are non-compliant. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Receive the electronic itinerary brochure, schedule table, and detailed quotation online for free. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, and other steps.
🚂 [Snow Country Train:A complete guide from booking to departure, understand all the details in one article!]
Winter Xinjiang is a secret realm where ice and snow intertwine with fairy tales. When snow-capped mountains, lakes surrounded by rime, and steaming hot springs meet, a romantic journey of “traveling through Xinjiang by train” begins. The newly upgraded “Snow Country Train” tourist special train in 2026, with its unique design of “multiple scenery along one line, touring by day and traveling by night,” has become a popular choice for winter travel in Xinjiang. But how do you confirm departure information after booking? What precautions are there during the itinerary? Based on the latest 2026 policies and practical experience, this article sorts out the full-process guide from booking to departure for you!
1. Snow Country Train: Why is it the “golden choice” for winter Xinjiang?
Core landscape features:A double harvest of ice and snow wonders + cultural experience
The “Snow Country Train” starts from Urumqi and connects classic destinations such as Altay, Kanas, and Hemu in northern Xinjiang, and Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, covering diverse landscapes such as snow mountains, forests, lakes, glaciers, and folk villages. After route optimization in 2026, season-limited attractions such as “Sayram Lake ice-blue ice,” “Kanas Three Bays rime,” and “Taklamakan Desert snow scenery” have been added, meeting the dual needs of photography enthusiasts and nature explorers.
Cultural heritage:The blend of ethnic customs and Western Regions history
The Kanas Tuva villages, Kashgar Old City, Tashkurgan ethnic townships, and other places along the special train allow in-depth experience of traditional life of various ethnic groups. In 2026, interactive projects such as “Tuva family visit,” “ethnic eagle dance performance,” and “Kashgar Old City intangible cultural heritage handmade experience” are specially arranged, allowing tourists to feel the warm humanistic temperature in the ice and snow.
Geographic location and seasonal advantages
Winter in Xinjiang is long (November to March of the following year), but the “Snow Country Train” avoids extreme weather sections through scientific scheduling and strives to maintain the itinerary. After the 2026 route changes, the whole journey adopts a double insulation design of “electric heating + thickened windows,” with a constant temperature of 22°C in the carriages, greatly improving comfort.
Suitable groups
✔ Family parent-child trips (children’s exclusive activity area + parent-child themed carriages)
✔ Photography enthusiasts (sunrise and sunset viewing windows + professional photography guides accompanying)
✔ Middle-aged and elderly tourists (slow-paced itinerary + medical support vehicle accompanying)
✔ Couples (starry sky carriages + romantic themed dinners)
Core check-in spots
❄ ️ Kanas Lake:Winter blue ice and bubble ice wonders

🚂 [Snow Country Train: A complete guide from booking to departure, understand all the details in one article!]❄ ️ Hemu Village:Tuva wooden houses in the morning mist
❄ ️ Sayram Lake:360° lakeside ice and snow landscape
❄ ️ Baihaba Village:The “No. 1 Village in the Northwest” on the China-Kazakhstan border
❄ ️ Muztagh Peak:The “Father of Icebergs” of the Pamir Plateau
Travel precautions
⚠ ️ Keep warm:Winter temperatures in Xinjiang can drop to -30°C, so prepare thickened down jackets, snow boots, and warm patches
⚠ ️ Anti-slip:Scenic areas have deep snow; it is recommended to bring crampons or anti-slip shoe covers
⚠ ️ Altitude sickness:The Pamir Plateau is over 3,000 meters above sea level; avoid strenuous exercise and prepare rhodiola in advance
⚠ ️ Photography:Low temperatures easily drain camera batteries quickly; it is recommended to bring spare batteries and keep them close to the body for warmth
2. Latest 2026 simple itinerary arrangement (taking the 7-day classic loop as an example)
Day 1:Assembly in Urumqi
Morning:Arrive in Urumqi and check into the special train hotel (airport pickup included)
Afternoon:Free time (recommended to experience ethnic cuisines at the International Grand Bazaar)
Evening:Special train staff hold a pre-departure briefing, distribute tickets and itinerary brochures
Day 2:Urumqi → Beitun (about 10 hours by train)
Morning:The special train departs, enjoying the snow scenery of the Junggar Basin along the way

Winter Xinjiang is a secret realm where ice and snow intertwine with fairy tales. When snow-capped mountains, lakes surrounded by rime, and steaming hot springs meet, a romantic journey of “traveling through Xinjiang by train” begins. The newly upgraded “Snow Country Train” tourist special train in 2026, with its unique design of “multiple scenery along one line, touring by day and traveling by night,” has become a popular choice for winter travel in Xinjiang. But how do you confirm departure information after booking? What precautions are there during the itinerary? Based on the latest 2026 policies and practical experience, this article sorts out the full-process guide from booking to departure for you!Afternoon:A “Xinjiang Ice and Snow Culture Lecture” is held in the carriage, and ethnic milk tea is tasted
Evening:Arrive at Beitun Station and transfer to off-road vehicles to the Kanas Scenic Area
Day 3:Kanas Lake → Hemu Village
Morning:Visit Kanas Lake and photograph blue ice and rime
Afternoon:Head to Hemu Village and experience horse-drawn sleds crossing the snowfield
Evening:Stay in characteristic Tuva wooden houses and taste local hot pot
Day 4:Hemu Village → Burqin
Morning:Photograph morning mist in Hemu Village and participate in traditional Tuva games
Afternoon:Return to Burqin and visit the Five-Colored Beach at sunset (unique winter scenery)
Evening:The special train travels at night to southern Xinjiang
Day 5:Korla → Kashgar
Morning:The special train arrives in Korla for a short rest
Afternoon:Continue southward and watch Xinjiang documentaries in the carriage
Evening:Arrive in Kashgar and stay in hotels around the old city
Day 6:Kashgar Old City → Pamir Plateau
Morning:Visit Kashgar Old City and experience intangible cultural heritage handcrafts (pottery/copperware making)
Afternoon:Drive to Tashkurgan County and enjoy Muztagh Peak along the way

Manager of the Travel Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
1. Snow Country Train: Why is it the “golden choice” for winter Xinjiang?Evening:Stay in a Tashkurgan hotel and taste ethnic specialty meals
Day 7:Pamir Plateau → Urumqi
Morning:Visit the Stone City ruins and interact with ethnic children
Afternoon:Return to Kashgar and take the special train back
Evening:Arrive in Urumqi and end the itinerary
3. 2026 price explanation (reference range)
Adult ticket price:From 5,980 yuan/person
Child ticket price (6-12 years old):3,980 yuan/person (without bed, including tickets)
：1,200 yuan/person (whole journey)
Price includes:
✔ Special train hard sleeper/soft sleeper tickets (including breakfast)
✔ First admission tickets to all attractions throughout the itinerary
✔ 6 nights of accommodation (including characteristic wooden houses in Kanas/Hemu)
✔ Local air-conditioned tourist vehicle transfers
✔ 5 breakfasts and 10 main meals (including specialty meals)
✔ Professional tour guide and accompanying doctor services

Core landscape features: a double harvest of ice and snow wonders + cultural experiencePrice excludes:
✖ Personal consumption (such as souvenirs, extra meals)
✖ Optional paid items (such as snowmobiles, hot air balloon experiences)
✖ Additional expenses caused by force majeure (such as weather delays, road closures)
Price fluctuation explanation:
Prices will fluctuate with travel season (increasing by 15%-20% during the Spring Festival), group size (minimum 20 people to form a group; if fewer, a price difference must be supplemented), and service standards (such as upgrading to soft sleeper or hotels). The recommendation is for reference only and shall not be used as the final pricing basis. The specific terms shall be subject to the signed formal contract.
4. Registration methods and fee explanation
Registration method:
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Fee explanation and service explanation:
Fees include:Transportation (special train + local transfer vehicles), accommodation (including characteristic wooden houses), tickets, basic services (guide + medical care).
Fees exclude:Personal consumption, optional paid items, and additional expenses caused by force majeure.
The specific terms shall be subject to actual consultation and signing.
5. How to confirm departure information after booking? 3 steps to easily complete it!
Step 1:Check the electronic confirmation form
After successful booking, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will send an electronic confirmation form to your email or mobile phone within 24 hours, including key information such as train number, carriage number, seat number, assembly time, and location.

The “Snow Country Train” starts from Urumqi and connects classic destinations such as Altay, Kanas, and Hemu in northern Xinjiang, and Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, covering diverse landscapes such as snow mountains, forests, lakes, glaciers, and folk villages. After route optimization in 2026, season-limited attractions such as “Sayram Lake ice-blue ice,” “Kanas Three Bays rime,” and “Taklamakan Desert snow scenery” have been added, meeting the dual needs of photography enthusiasts and nature explorers.Step 2:Join the exclusive service group
Staff will invite you to join the “Snow Country Train Service Group,” where weather, road conditions, and itinerary change notices are updated in real time, and you can ask questions at any time (such as luggage specifications and clothing suggestions).
Step 3:Call customer service for secondary confirmation
Three days before departure, it is recommended to call Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat) to verify departure time, station entrance, pickup service, and other details, and strive to ensure everything is foolproof.
6. About Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and Manager Wang Fei
Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in the Xinjiang tourism industry for more than ten years. She has traveled to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the full travel routes, road and weather conditions, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, premium small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche secret destinations, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loops as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. She has a cheerful and humorous personality and is good at explaining the cultural history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel trivialities, and being considerate and reliable throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei always adheres to the principle of arranging no shopping throughout itineraries without consumption, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries, but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, and wholeheartedly lets every friend who comes from afar truly feel Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple enthusiasm, and travel in beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
7. Frequently asked questions
Q:Will the special train be delayed due to weather?
A:In winter, some sections in Xinjiang may be temporarily closed due to snow accumulation. Through mutual agreement, the itinerary can be reasonably changed (such as extending accommodation or replacing attractions), striving to ensure safety and experience.
Q:Are there charging facilities in the carriage?
A:Each carriage is equipped with 220V charging sockets and USB ports. It is recommended to bring a conversion plug (some older carriages have two-hole sockets).
Q:Can pets be brought on board?
A:To ensure the experience of other tourists, the special train does not currently support bringing pets. Thank you for your understanding.
Q:How to book an upgraded soft sleeper?
A:Inform customer service of your needs when registering. Soft sleeper seats are limited and need to be confirmed as early as possible (upgrade fee is about 800 yuan/person).
This winter, let the “Snow Country Train” take you through the secret realm of ice and snow and feel the romance and enthusiasm of Xinjiang! If you have any questions, welcome to contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 at any time to start your exclusive winter journey! ❄️🚂
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