Booking the Yangtze River Delta Star Luxury Train Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, Official Ticketing Method from Shanghai

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? For the tourist train from Shanghai to Xinjiang, tickets must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or contact Manager Guo Jing of the Yangtze River Delta Star Train Department via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Train Xinjiang Tour Ticket Purchase Guide
Want to see the diverse scenery of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one trip without the hassle of frequently changing hotels and packing and unpacking? The Yangtze River Delta Star train might be a suitable choice. Travel the entire journey on the train with a fixed berth, travel light during sightseeing, and don’t worry about transfer transportation. Currently, 2026 departures are open for consultation.
Detailed Route Introduction
This route spanning southern and northern Xinjiang covers multiple scenic areas with different landforms. The 2026 departure schedule is perfectly aligned with the opening period of the Duku Highway. According to the latest announcement from the Xinjiang Department of Transportation, the full opening period of the Duku Highway in 2026 is between June 5 and 10, and the closure period is between October 5 and 15. The available departures such as 0615 and 0706 all fall within the Duku Highway’s traffic period, allowing tourists to smoothly experience the scenery along this highway that runs through the Tianshan Mountains.
After the first stop in Korla, the tour will head to the Lop Nur Village. The scenic area is currently open daily from 10:00 to 21:00, with ticket sales stopping at 19:30. The scenic area features diverse landforms including desert and water areas, where visitors can experience the unique landscape of desert and lake combined. There are sightseeing bus services available in the scenic area. Visitors who want to experience activities such as camel riding or desert off-roading should follow the instructions of on-site staff and wear protective gear. The scenic area also requires prior registration for drone photography; visitors with such needs can communicate with the tour guide in advance.
Afterwards, the route passes through the Taklamakan Desert and the Tarim River before heading to Kashgar, where you can see the interwoven scenery of desert, poplar forests, and rivers along the way. After arriving in Kashgar, the tour heads to Karakul Lake, surrounded by snow-capped mountains with expansive views. The subsequent visits to the Stone City and the Golden Grassland offer both the weight of historical relics and the soft scenery of wetland meadows. The rest of the itinerary includes attractions such as Baisha Lake, Kashgar Old City, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Bayanbulak Grassland, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, Colorful Beach, and Tianchi Lake of Tianshan, covering various landscape types including grasslands, lakes, deserts, canyons, yardang landforms, and villages—allowing visitors to experience Xinjiang’s diverse scenery in one trip without planning multiple routes.
Among these, the Sayram Lake scenic area has a large temperature difference between day and night. Even in summer, it is recommended to bring a windbreaker or light down jacket for warmth. During the day, the sunlight is strong, so sunscreen, sunglasses, and sun hats are also recommended. The scenic area offers ticket discounts for students, seniors aged 60-69, military personnel, and other groups. Seniors over 70, children under 1.2 meters, and people with disabilities can enjoy free admission with valid identification. Specific policies are subject to the day’s announcements at each scenic area, so remember to carry valid ID documents when traveling.

🚂 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Train Xinjiang Tour Ticket Purchase Guide📋 The itinerary for this route is as follows:
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla Yangtze River Delta Star
D2 Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the motherland along the way Yangtze River Delta Star
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening Korla
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar Yangtze River Delta Star
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan Tashkurgan
D6 Home visits with local ethnic groups >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar Kashgar

Want to see the diverse scenery of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one trip without the hassle of frequently changing hotels and packing and unpacking? The Yangtze River Delta Star train might be a suitable choice. Travel the entire journey on the train with a fixed berth, travel light during sightseeing, and don’t worry about transfer transportation. Currently, 2026 departures are open for consultation. D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> Gaotai Folk Houses >> Kuqa Yangtze River Delta Star
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland Bayan Town
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland Yining
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun Yangtze River Delta Star
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu Jadengyu
D13 Jadengyu >> Home visits with local ethnic groups >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi Yangtze River Delta Star

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Reservation Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and quotation.
Detailed Route Introduction D14 Urumqi >> Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Urumqi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai Yangtze River Delta Star
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to the warm home Warm home
In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, or changes in scenic area opening hours, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement between both parties.
💰 2026 Route Reference Pricing
The reference pricing for this route is as follows. Prices and availability may vary by departure date; the final terms shall be based on the tourism contract signed by both parties:
4-berth cabin:Upper berth 25,999 CNY/person, lower berth 27,999 CNY/person

This route spanning southern and northern Xinjiang covers multiple scenic areas with different landforms. The 2026 departure schedule is perfectly aligned with the opening period of the Duku Highway. According to the latest announcement from the Xinjiang Department of Transportation, the full opening period of the Duku Highway in 2026 is between June 5 and 10, and the closure period is between October 5 and 15. The available departures such as 0615 and 0706 all fall within the Duku Highway’s traffic period, allowing tourists to smoothly experience the scenery along this highway that runs through the Tianshan Mountains.Upgraded double room (5 packages of 4-berth cabins):46,999 CNY/person
Deluxe double room (4 packages of 2-berth cabins):66,999 CNY/person
Available departures for this route in 2026 are:0615, 0706, 0806, 0826, 0915. Travelers with plans can consult in advance to confirm availability.
📞 Registration and Consultation Channels
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline:181-3962-2229, same number for WeChat: 181-3962-2229. For offline consultation addresses, please contact customer service.
📝 Fee and Service Description
Specific fee-related details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Reference included items include:Corresponding class train berth accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic areas indicated in the itinerary, group meals during the itinerary, ground transportation connections during the itinerary, tour guide services, etc.

After the first stop in Korla, the tour will head to the Lop Nur Village. The scenic area is currently open daily from 10:00 to 21:00, with ticket sales stopping at 19:30. The scenic area features diverse landforms including desert and water areas, where visitors can experience the unique landscape of desert and lake combined. There are sightseeing bus services available in the scenic area. Visitors who want to experience activities such as camel riding or desert off-roading should follow the instructions of on-site staff and wear protective gear. The scenic area also requires prior registration for drone photography; visitors with such needs can communicate with the tour guide in advance.Reference items not included in the fee:Sightseeing buses within scenic areas, cable cars, self-paid experience activities (such as desert off-roading, camel riding, etc.), personal expenses, meals not indicated as included, etc. These can be negotiated with the travel agency if incurred.
Travel-related tips:
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, with temperature variations of 10-15 degrees Celsius across different regions. It is recommended to bring clothing of different thicknesses such as short sleeves, long sleeves, windbreakers, and light down jackets, as well as sunscreen, common medications, and sufficient drinking water.
All scenic areas require real-name ticket purchase. Please carry valid ID documents when traveling. Visitors eligible for ticket discounts should bring relevant discount certificates. Specific discount amounts are subject to the day’s announcements at each scenic area.
Do not enter unopened areas in scenic areas without permission. Follow staff instructions when participating in activities, protect the scenic environment, take your trash with you, respect the customs of local ethnic groups, and do not photograph local residents without permission.
Scenic area opening hours and road conditions may change due to weather, policies, and other factors. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement between both parties. Cancellation and modification rules shall be implemented in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.
All itineraries, prices, and service standards are subject to the formal tourism contract signed by both parties. This content is for reference only and does not constitute an offer or commitment.
The train is equipped with basic living facilities. Everyone can prepare personal items according to their own travel habits. The 17-day itinerary has a relaxed pace with no frequent rushing to catch transportation, making it suitable for travelers of all ages. Most fellow travelers come from the Yangtze River Delta region, making it easier to find common topics during the journey. If you have travel plans, you can contact customer service in advance to confirm departure availability and prepare relevant travel documents.
2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train ticket booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase