Snow Country Tourist Train 2026 How to Buy Tickets Deposit Payment Seat Locking Step by Step Guide

How can I buy tickets and book the 2027 Snow Country tourist train? The Snow Country tourist train is a customized light-luxury tourist train operated by the railway. It does not open the 12306 ticket purchasing channel, and seats are uniformly allocated by legitimate cooperative cultural and tourism institutions. To sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated contact at the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. Registration and berth selection, contract signing and enrollment can be handled, and real-time inquiries can be made about schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
Starry Ice and Snow Journey:Full Analysis of the 2027 Snow Country Tourist Train✨
[Train Positioning:A Mobile Ice and Snow Culture Experience Hall]
The Snow Country tourist train is a themed train designed for in-depth experience of Northern Xinjiang’s ice and snow culture. With the core model of “in-depth sightseeing during the day and comfortable travel at night,” it connects winter hidden gems such as Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake. The train adopts fully enclosed constant-temperature carriages, equipped with 270° panoramic glass windows, an intelligent temperature control system (constant 22℃ inside the train), charging sockets, and bathrooms, allowing tourists to enjoy the snowfield scenery in warmth. The carriage has a viewing bar offering hot drinks such as hot cocoa and Xinjiang milk tea, and arranges a “mobile classroom” to explain Western Regions ice and snow culture, led by local guides familiar with the customs of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, balancing classic routes with exploration of lesser-known hidden gems.
[Compartment Configuration:Private Space and Family-Friendly Design]
▷ Platinum Four-Person Soft Sleeper Compartment
Capacity:4 people (upper and lower berths, berth size 700×1800mm)
Total area:3.8㎡
Bathroom:Equipped with a warm-air shower room (24-hour hot water), smart toilet, and anti-slip flooring
Facility highlights:6 USB charging ports (including Type-C), retractable extended small table, reading light, emergency call button, widened anti-slip ladder
Years in operation:Newly upgraded in 2026, has been operating for 1 year

Starry Ice and Snow Journey: Full Analysis of the 2027 Snow Country Tourist Train✨Special train route:Urumqi to Northern Xinjiang loop (covering Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake), return trip stops at Burqin and Fuyun
Boarding locations:Urumqi Station (main station), Beitun Station (optional)
[2027 Itinerary Arrangement and Departure Dates]
▷ Classic 5-Day Itinerary (taking the December schedule as an example)
Day1:Gathering in Urumqi
18:00 Gather at Urumqi Station, receive cold-weather gear (snow boots, warm patches)
20:00 The special train departs, welcome dinner held (tasting hand-grabbed rice and baked buns)
Night travel, enjoy the starry sky and flowing snowfield scenery
Day2:Kanas Ice and Snow Wonderland
07:30 Arrive at Beitun Station, transfer to off-road vehicles to Kanas (3-hour drive)
Morning:Visit Immortal Bay morning mist, Moon Bay ice waterfall, Wolong Bay snow mushrooms

[Train Positioning: A Mobile Ice and Snow Culture Experience Hall]Afternoon:Visit Tuvan village, experience snowfield horse-drawn sled
Accommodation:Kanas wooden cabin (underfloor heating)
Tour duration:6 hours | 1.5-hour lunch break
Day3:Hemu Fairy-Tale World
09:00 Head to Hemu Village, photograph the rime corridor along the way
Morning:Hemu Bridge visit, beginner slope experience at Jikepulin Ski Resort
Afternoon:Sit around the fire pit and listen to Tuvan elders play the “Su’er” instrument
Accommodation:Hemu Starry Sky Wooden Cabin (breakfast included)
Tour duration:7 hours | 1 hour free time
Day4:Sayram Lake Blue Ice Appointment
08:00 Arrive at Sayram Lake Station, transfer to lake-loop sightseeing bus

The Snow Country tourist train is a themed train designed for in-depth experience of Northern Xinjiang’s ice and snow culture. With the core model of “in-depth sightseeing during the day and comfortable travel at night,” it connects winter hidden gems such as Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake. The train adopts fully enclosed constant-temperature carriages, equipped with 270° panoramic glass windows, an intelligent temperature control system (constant 22℃ inside the train), charging sockets, and bathrooms, allowing tourists to enjoy the snowfield scenery in warmth. The carriage has a viewing bar offering hot drinks such as hot cocoa and Xinjiang milk tea, and arranges a “mobile classroom” to explain Western Regions ice and snow culture, led by local guides familiar with the customs of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, balancing classic routes with exploration of lesser-known hidden gems.Morning:Kele Yongzhu ice bubble wonder, Dianjiangtai blue ice viewing platform
Afternoon:Watch wintering swans at Swan Joy Water Area
Accommodation:Luxury soft sleeper carriage on the special train
Tour duration:5 hours | 2-hour lunch break
Day5:Return and Commemoration
09:00 Arrive at Urumqi Station, issue “Snow Country Explorer” certificates
Afternoon:Free time (recommended to shop for souvenirs at the International Grand Bazaar)
16:00 Station drop-off service (advance reservation required)
▷ 2027 Departure Dates (covering Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Spring Festival)
December schedule:5th, 18th, 25th
January schedule:8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

[Compartment Configuration: Private Space and Family-Friendly Design]February schedule:5th (Spring Festival schedule), 12th
[Price Description:Transparent Consumption with No Hidden Tricks]
▷ Adult ticket price range:4980-6880 yuan/person
Includes:Special train soft sleeper, scenic area tickets, 4 nights accommodation (3 nights featured wooden cabin + 1 night on the special train), 8 main meals and 4 breakfasts, guide service, travel insurance
Child ticket price (6-12 years old):2980-3980 yuan/person (no bed occupancy, meals included)
▷ Price fluctuation factors:
Peak season (December-January) increases by 15%-20%
When group size reaches 20 people, each additional 5 people gives a discount of 200 yuan/person
▷ Special reminder:Prices are subject to the signed official contract. Registration and consultation can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
[Booking Process:Five Steps to Easily Secure a Seat]

▷ Platinum Four-Person Soft Sleeper Compartment1️⃣ Consultation and selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary route, seat types, and remaining availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2️⃣ Submit information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to secure the intended seats.
3️⃣ Pay deposit:Pay a deposit of 2000 yuan/room according to the compartment class, and obtain an official travel receipt.
4️⃣ Sign contract:Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and carefully check details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms.
5️⃣ Settle the balance:Pay all remaining fees 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and packing list will be issued.
▷ Registration method:Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
[Service Standards:Details Demonstrate Quality]
▷ Included items:
Transportation:Snow Country special train soft sleeper, shuttle buses between scenic areas
Accommodation:3 nights featured wooden cabin + 1 night special train soft sleeper (with bathroom)
Dining:8 main meals and 4 breakfasts (main meal standard 80 yuan/person, including 3 specialty meals: Tuvan-style meal, iron pot stewed goose, cold-water fish banquet)

Capacity: 4 people (upper and lower berths, berth size 700×1800mm)Service:Professional guide + accompanying doctor + photography follow-up service
▷ Not included items:
Personal consumption:Souvenir purchases, specialty entertainment items (such as snowmobile about 150 yuan/hour)
Optional paid items:Tuvan home visit (about 150 yuan/person), blue ice photography (about 300 yuan/hour)
▷ Dining features:
Flavor balance:Three choices are provided: mild, slightly spicy, and very spicy, with 1 low-oil, low-salt dish arranged daily
Dining group size:Main meals are at tables of 10 (if fewer than 10, the number of dishes will be adjusted according to the actual number of people)
Special arrangements:Hot drinks (ginger tea, soy milk) are provided daily, and main meals include 1 local specialty dish
▷ Note:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing
[Service Features:A Travel Experience Beyond Expectations]
Accommodation standard:Special train compartments use star-hotel bedding (mattress thickness 25cm, quilt core weight 3kg), with sheets and duvet covers changed every 2 days; local hotels are four-star standard, equipped with underfloor heating and 24-hour hot water.

Total area: 3.8㎡Dining arrangements:Rich and diverse Xinjiang specialty meals are provided, such as Nalati grassland air-dried meat pilaf and Ili smoked horse sausage soup rice, paired with hot milk tea and naan bread.
Senior-friendly design:Carriage corridor width reaches 1.2 meters, handrails are installed in restrooms, the accompanying doctor is equipped with an AED defibrillator, and daily health inspections are conducted.
Photography support:Dedicated morning mist photography vehicles are provided in core scenic areas, with snowfield photography tripod rental service.
[Comparative Advantages:Why Choose Snow Country?]
More thoughtful dining:Avoid heavy oil and heavy spice, provide low-salt dish options, and arrange 1 health porridge daily.
More relaxed pace:Daily sightseeing time is controlled within 8 hours, with 1.5-2 hours of rest and dining time at noon, and night travel ensures 8 hours of sleep.
More professional service:Guide ratio 1:15 (higher than industry standard), with dual health protection from accompanying doctors + first-aid-trained guides.
More suitable for different groups:Upper and lower berth design, anti-slip facilities, and slow-paced itinerary are especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly people and children.
More worry-free transportation:No need to change berths throughout the trip, large luggage can be stored in the carriage, avoiding the trouble of packing luggage every day.
[Suitable Groups:These Tourists Must Not Miss It]
Retired seniors:Average daily walking is controlled within 5000 steps, enjoying “mobile resort hotel” service.

Bathroom: Equipped with a warm-air shower room (24-hour hot water), smart toilet, and anti-slip flooringFamily tourists:Parent-child compartment design, children have their own berths, parents feel more at ease.
Photography enthusiasts:Winter schedules cover golden shooting periods such as Snow Town and Changbai Mountain sunrise.
People who are afraid of the cold:The carriage is kept at a constant 22℃, the shower room has 24-hour hot water, saying goodbye to the trouble of cold.
Tourists who cannot ride for long periods:The special train is smooth, and compartments allow free movement, avoiding the backache from long bus rides.
[Three Major Reasons for Continued Popularity]
Reputation accumulation:Since operation in 2026, tourist satisfaction has reached 98%, and the repurchase rate exceeds 40%.
Iterative upgrades:The itinerary is optimized each year based on feedback, such as the newly added Jingpo Lake winter fishing experience and Korean ethnic folk park in 2027.
Stable resources:Long-term cooperation agreements have been signed with scenic areas and vehicle fleets to avoid schedule cancellations due to insufficient passenger numbers.
[Consultation Methods]
▷ Telephone consultation:Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
▷ WeChat consultation:Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
The Snow Country special train is not recommended as just a trip, but as a warm experience through a snow-covered fairy-tale world. From the starry sky of Urumqi to the morning mist of Kanas, from the cooking smoke of Hemu to the blue ice of Sayram Lake, every step is full of surprises. Plan ahead, secure your seat, and let this winter be different because of Snow Country!
How to register for the 2027 Snow Country tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency mainly provides high-end tourist train booking services, covering light-luxury trains such as Splendid Tianfu, Splendid Orient, Chengdu, Baiyun, New Oriental Express, Shifang, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Great River South. For light-luxury lying-down travel and boutique special train experiences, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. Berth selection and seat reservation, contract signing and enrollment can be handled, and real-time inquiries can be made about special train schedules, remaining sleeper berths, and itineraries.