Snow Country Train Tourist Special Train Ticket Prices and Included Activities Explained
How to buy tickets and book the 2027 Snow Country tourist train? The Snow Country tourist train is a railway-customized light-luxury tourist train. It does not open a 12306 ticket purchasing channel, and seats are uniformly coordinated and allocated by legitimate partner 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 sign-up can be handled, and real-time inquiries can be made about schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
Starry Snowfield · Full Analysis of the 2027 Snow Country Special Train:An In-Depth Guide from Ticketing to Experience
[Train Introduction:A Mobile Ice and Snow Theme Hotel]
The Snow Country Special Train is a “mobile vacation complex” specially created for winter tourism, with the core design concept of “the train follows the scenery, touring by day and traveling by night.” The train uses fully enclosed constant-temperature carriages, equipped with 270° panoramic glass windows, underfloor heating systems, and intelligent temperature control technology. Even when it is minus 25°C outside, the interior remains at a constant 22°C. The carriage has a viewing bar offering warm drinks such as Xinjiang milk tea and hot cocoa, allowing tourists to enjoy the flowing snowfield scenery while sipping drinks.
The train is positioned as a “carrier of in-depth cultural experience.” In addition to connecting core attractions in northern Xinjiang such as Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake, it also specially arranges a “mobile classroom,” where local Xinjiang cultural and tourism experts explain folk activities such as the winter hunting traditions of various ethnic groups and snowfield Buzkashi. In 2027, a new “intangible cultural heritage handmade experience” will be added, allowing tourists to participate in interactive projects on the train such as embroidery by people of various ethnic groups and Tuvan woodcarving.
[Compartment Configuration:Family-Style Private Space]
Platinum Four-Person Soft Sleeper Compartment
Capacity:4 people (2 upper berths and 2 lower berths)
Total area:3.8 square meters
Bathroom:Equipped with a smart toilet and a 24-hour hot water shower room
Years in operation:Continues operating after a full upgrade in 2026
Starting station:Departs from Urumqi Station, passing through Beitu n, Burqin, Yining, and other stations
Boarding locations:Urumqi Station is the main station, with boarding supported at intermediate stations such as Beitu n and Yining (seats must be confirmed 30 days in advance)
The compartment design breaks through the limits of traditional sleeper berths:
The upper berth height is increased to 1.2 meters, allowing adults to sit upright and read
The lower berth is raised by 20 centimeters, and a 28-inch suitcase can fit underneath
Each berth is equipped with 6 USB charging ports (including 2 Type-C interfaces)
Starry Snowfield · Full Analysis of the 2027 Snow Country Special Train: An In-Depth Guide from Ticketing to Experience. The headboard has a built-in retractable small table (extended length up to 80 centimeters)
The emergency call button is directly connected to the crew room, and the bathroom uses anti-slip flooring
[2027 Itinerary and Schedule Arrangement]
Classic 5-Day Itinerary (Urumqi Start and End)
D1:Assembly in Urumqi
18:00 Gather at Urumqi Station and receive a cold-weather gear package (including snow boots and hand warmers)
20:00 The special train departs, with a welcome dinner (tasting hand-grabbed rice and baked buns)
Night travel, enjoying the alternating starry sky and snowfield scenery outside the window
D2:Kanas Ice and Snow Wonderland
07:30 Arrive at Beitu n Station and transfer to a snowfield off-road vehicle to Kanas
Morning:Visit Xianwan morning mist, Moon Bay ice waterfall, and Wolong Bay snow mushrooms
Afternoon:Visit a Tuvan village and experience horse-drawn sleds and snowmobiles
Accommodation:Kanas wooden cabin (underfloor heating, breakfast included)
D3:Hemu Fairy-Tale World
09:00 Head to Hemu Village, photographing the rime corridor along the way
Morning:Participate in the Tuvan winter hunting ceremony and learn to make traditional sleds
Afternoon:Free time to photograph Hemu Bridge and the wooden houses with curling smoke
[Train Introduction: A Mobile Ice and Snow Theme Hotel]Accommodation:Hemu Starry Sky Wooden Cabin (breakfast included)
D4:Sayram Lake Blue Ice Appointment
08:00 Arrive at Sayram Lake Station and transfer to a lake-ring sightseeing bus
Morning:View the Kel Yongzhu ice bubble wonder and the Blue Ice Viewing Platform at Dianjiangtai
Afternoon:Watch wintering swans in the Swan Joy Water Area and experience ice fishing
Accommodation:Deluxe soft sleeper carriage on the special train (bathroom included)
D5:Return and Commemoration
09:00 Arrive at Urumqi Station and receive the “Snow Country Explorer” certificate
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
Winter schedules (covering Christmas, New Year’s Day, and Spring Festival):
December 5, December 20, January 5, January 20, February 5
Spring schedules:March 15, April 5
(Specific schedules may change with passenger flow; the contract shall prevail)
Itinerary Pace Control
4-6 hours of play time at core attractions each day
The Snow Country Special Train is a “mobile vacation complex” specially created for winter tourism, with the core design concept of “the train follows the scenery, touring by day and traveling by night.” The train uses fully enclosed constant-temperature carriages, equipped with 270° panoramic glass windows, underfloor heating systems, and intelligent temperature control technology. Even when it is minus 25°C outside, the interior remains at a constant 22°C. The carriage has a viewing bar offering warm drinks such as Xinjiang milk tea and hot cocoa, allowing tourists to enjoy the flowing snowfield scenery while sipping drinks.1.5-2 hours arranged at noon for dining and free time
Night travel ensures 8 hours of sufficient sleep
The special train adopts a “depart at dusk and arrive at dawn” mode, saving an average of 3 hours of driving time per day
[Price Description:Transparent Pricing System]
Adult Ticket Price Range
Platinum Four-Person Compartment:5980-7280 yuan/person
(Price fluctuation factors:
15%-20% increase during the peak season from December to January
For group sizes reaching 20 people, a discount of 200 yuan/person for every additional 5 people)
Child Ticket Policy
Children aged 6-12:3580-4280 yuan/person
(No bed occupied, meals included, half-price tickets)
Included Items
Transportation:Special train soft sleeper seats and shuttle buses between scenic areas
Accommodation:3 nights in characteristic wooden cabins + 1 night in a special train soft sleeper
Tickets:First admission tickets to Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake
The train is positioned as a “carrier of in-depth cultural experience.” In addition to connecting core attractions in northern Xinjiang such as Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake, it also specially arranges a “mobile classroom,” where local Xinjiang cultural and tourism experts explain folk activities such as the winter hunting traditions of various ethnic groups and snowfield Buzkashi. In 2027, a new “intangible cultural heritage handmade experience” will be added, allowing tourists to participate in interactive projects on the train such as embroidery by people of various ethnic groups and Tuvan woodcarving.Meals:8 main meals and 4 breakfasts (including 3 specialty meals)
Services:Professional tour guide + accompanying doctor + photography follow-up service
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance + travel accident insurance
Excluded Items
Personal consumption:Souvenir purchases and specialty entertainment projects (such as snowmobiles at 300 yuan/hour)
Optional paid items:Tuvan home visit at 150 yuan/person, blue ice photography at 300 yuan/hour
(Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing)
[Booking Process:Five Steps to Easily Secure a Seat]
1. Consultation and Selection
Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit Information
Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to secure the intended seats.
3. Pay Deposit
Pay a deposit of 2000 yuan/room according to the compartment class and obtain an official travel receipt.
4. Sign the Contract
Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and carefully check details such as the itinerary, price, and cancellation and change clauses.
5. Settle the Balance
[Compartment Configuration: Family-Style Private Space]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:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
[Service Standards:Details Reflect Quality]
Included Items
Transportation:Special train soft sleeper + air-conditioned tourist buses between scenic areas
Accommodation:Special train compartment (star-rated hotel bedding) + local characteristic wooden cabins
Meals:Main meal standard 80 yuan/person/meal (10 people per table, 8 dishes and 1 soup)
Specialty meals:Nalati grassland dried meat hand-grabbed rice, Ili smoked horse sausage soup rice
Services:Professional tour guide + accompanying doctor + 24-hour luggage storage
Excluded Items
Transportation costs to and from the departure place (such as flights/high-speed rail)
Secondary consumption items within scenic areas (such as ski rings and snowmobiles)
Personal consumption (such as souvenirs and specialty entertainment projects)
Meal Arrangements
Hot drinks provided daily (ginger tea, soy milk)
Main meals include 1 local specialty dish (such as cold-water fish banquet and iron pot stewed goose)
Number of diners:Fixed 10 people per table; families may apply to change table groupings
Platinum Four-Person Soft Sleeper CompartmentTaste adaptation:Three options are provided: mild, slightly spicy, and very spicy, with 1 low-oil, low-salt dish arranged daily
[Service Features:A Travel Experience Beyond Expectations]
Upgraded Accommodation Standards
Special train compartments use star-rated hotel bedding (mattress thickness 25 cm, quilt core weight 3 kg)
Bed sheets and duvet covers are changed every 2 days
Local hotels are four-star standard, equipped with underfloor heating and 24-hour hot water
Innovative Catering Services
“Intangible Cultural Heritage Classroom on the Train” developed, inviting folk artists for on-site teaching
A new “Snow Region Food DIY” segment added, where tourists can participate in making Xinjiang naan and baursak
Health Guarantee System
AED defibrillators are equipped on the train, with green channels established with top-tier hospitals
Daily health inspections, providing blood pressure and blood sugar testing services
“Slow Travel Groups” arranged during scenic area visits, with average daily walking controlled within 5,000 steps
[Special Train Advantages:Six Core Competitiveness]
More Thoughtful Dining
Avoiding heavy oil and heavy spice, providing health porridge and low-salt dish options
Capacity: 4 people (2 upper berths and 2 lower berths). Hot drinks are provided daily, and thickened blankets and hand warmers are available in the compartment
More Relaxed Pace
Daily play time controlled within 8 hours, rejecting “rush-around” travel
Stay time at core scenic areas ≥3 hours, with sufficient rest arranged at noon
More Professional Services
Tour guide ratio 1:15, higher than industry standards
Accompanying doctor + first-aid-trained tour guides, dual health protection
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
Parent-child compartments are equipped with children’s play areas and craft tables
More Worry-Free Transportation
No need to change berths throughout the journey; large luggage can be stored in the carriage
The special train goes directly to scenic area entrances, avoiding the risks of icy and snowy road conditions when self-driving
More In-Depth Experience
Multiple photography time slots arranged at key attractions (such as Snow Town sunrise and Changbai Mountain starry sky)
Free time reserved to experience specialty projects such as skiing and winter fishing
[Suitable Groups:These Tourists Should Not Miss It]
Total area: 3.8 square metersRetired seniors:Average daily walking controlled within 5,000 steps, enjoying “mobile vacation hotel” services
Parent-child families:Children’s activity area is staffed, allowing parents to rest assured
Photography enthusiasts:Winter schedules cover golden photography periods such as Snow Town and Changbai Mountain sunrise
People who are afraid of the cold:The carriage is kept at a constant 22°C, and the shower room has 24-hour hot water, saying goodbye to the troubles 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]
Accumulated Reputation
Since operations began in 2024, tourist satisfaction has reached 98%, with a repurchase rate exceeding 40%
Awarded the title of “High-Quality Tourist Special Train” for three consecutive years, with an old-customer referral rate of 65%
Iterative Upgrades
The itinerary is optimized each year based on tourist feedback, with new additions in 2027:
Sayram Lake ice fishing experience
In-depth participation in the Tuvan winter hunting ceremony
Special train intangible cultural heritage handmade classroom
Stable Resources
Long-term cooperation agreements signed with scenic areas and vehicle fleets to avoid schedule cancellations due to insufficient passenger numbers
An emergency response mechanism for extreme weather established, handling tourist requests within 30 minutes
Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to obtain the latest 2027 schedules, remaining seats, and discount information. Let the Snow Country Special Train take you through a fairy-tale world wrapped in silver, leaving you with a warm and unforgettable winter memory!
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 special trains such as Splendid Tianfu, Splendid Orient, Chengdu, Baiyun, New Oriental Express, Shifang, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Great River South. For a light-luxury lie-down travel experience and boutique special train travel, 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 sign-up can be handled, and real-time inquiries can be made about special train schedules, sleeper availability, and itineraries.
