Yangtze River Delta Star Ticket Official Website Info, Shanghai to Xinjiang Special Train Official Website Customer Service and Inquiry Phone Numbers
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 Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting Manager Guo Jing of the Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Department via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚞 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train South and North Xinjiang Route Complete Guide
The “Yangtze River Delta Star” tourist train, newly launched in May 2026, is the first comfortable long-distance tourist train in the Yangtze River Delta region. It attracted attention from many travelers who enjoy slow travel as soon as it went online. Designed around Shanghai’s Haipai (Shanghai-style) culture, the train features 12 passenger carriages accommodating 208 travelers. The corridors replicate the ceilings of old Shanghai villas, walls are adorned with gray-toned embroidered patterns, and compartment door plates are named after iconic Yangtze River Delta imagery such as Shikumen (stone-gate houses) and Jiangnan gardens. The carriages also display old Shanghai photographs and artworks, making the entire train a moving exhibition hall of Haipai culture.
To accommodate the needs of different travel groups, all room types on the special train have been renovated to star-rated hotel standards, featuring wet-dry separated bathrooms, smart lighting control systems, dual-port charging interfaces, dedicated storage spaces, and panoramic viewing windows. The train has also been upgraded with elderly-friendly features: bedside control panels integrating switches, sockets, reading lights, and SOS alarm buttons, paired with hidden smart magnetic card locks, and air conditioning designed with downward airflow to avoid direct blowing. In addition to accommodation, the train is equipped with multi-functional carriages including a kitchen-dining car, cultural and creative area, and performance area. All crew members have passed Red Cross emergency rescue assessments and are proficient in CPR, AED, and other first-aid equipment, ensuring passenger safety throughout the journey.
This Yangtze River Delta Star South and North Xinjiang route, starting and ending in Shanghai, will take 17 days to connect the cultural highlights of southern Xinjiang with the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang. Along the way, travelers can visit diverse landscapes including deserts, lakes, grasslands, and canyons: at Luobu Village, experience the unique scenery of desert and poplar forests; in the Taklamakan Desert, appreciate the vastness of the sea of sand; by Karakul Lake, gaze at the snow-capped mountain reflection of Muztagh Ata; at Nalati Grassland, enjoy valley meadows showing different shades of green by season; at Sayram Lake, admire the blue waters echoing with snow mountains; plus the canyon wonders of Kuqa, the old city charm of Kashgar, and the crystal-clear lake views of Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) at Tianshan. The journey offers rich and varied scenery, balancing natural landscapes with cultural experiences.
📝 Simple Itinerary
The itinerary for this route is arranged as follows:
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla – Yangtze River Delta Star
🚞 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train South and North Xinjiang Route Complete GuideD2 Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the motherland along the way – Yangtze River Delta Star
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening – Korla
D4 Korla >> Luobu Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar – Yangtze River Delta Star
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan – Tashkurgan
D6 Ethnic family visits >> Baisha Lake >> Kashgar – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> Gaotai (High Platform) Dwellings >> Kuqa – Yangtze River Delta Star
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland – Bayan Town
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland – Yining
The “Yangtze River Delta Star” tourist train, newly launched in May 2026, is the first comfortable long-distance tourist train in the Yangtze River Delta region. It attracted attention from many travelers who enjoy slow travel as soon as it went online. Designed around Shanghai’s Haipai (Shanghai-style) culture, the train features 12 passenger carriages accommodating 208 travelers. The corridors replicate the ceilings of old Shanghai villas, walls are adorned with gray-toned embroidered patterns, and compartment door plates are named after iconic Yangtze River Delta imagery such as Shikumen (stone-gate houses) and Jiangnan gardens. The carriages also display old Shanghai photographs and artworks, making the entire train a moving exhibition hall of Haipai culture.D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun – Yangtze River Delta Star
D11 Beitun >> Burgin >> Hemu – Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jiadengyu – Jiadengyu
D13 Jiadengyu >> Kazakh family visit >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi – Yangtze River Delta Star
D14 Urumqi >> Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai – Yangtze River Delta Star
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to the warm home – Warm home
Due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement between both parties.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and quotation.
To accommodate the needs of different travel groups, all room types on the special train have been renovated to star-rated hotel standards, featuring wet-dry separated bathrooms, smart lighting control systems, dual-port charging interfaces, dedicated storage spaces, and panoramic viewing windows. The train has also been upgraded with elderly-friendly features: bedside control panels integrating switches, sockets, reading lights, and SOS alarm buttons, paired with hidden smart magnetic card locks, and air conditioning designed with downward airflow to avoid direct blowing. In addition to accommodation, the train is equipped with multi-functional carriages including a kitchen-dining car, cultural and creative area, and performance area. All crew members have passed Red Cross emergency rescue assessments and are proficient in CPR, AED, and other first-aid equipment, ensuring passenger safety throughout the journey.💰 Price Description
The reference prices and departure dates for this route are as follows. Prices and availability may fluctuate with departure schedules; the final terms shall be subject to the signed contract:
4-bed room:Upper berth: 25,999 RMB/person Lower berth: 27,999 RMB/person
Upgraded double room (5 compartments converted from 4-bed rooms):46,999 RMB/person
Deluxe double room (4 compartments converted from 2-bed rooms):66,999 RMB/person
2026 departure dates:0615、0706、0806、0826、0915
📞 Registration Method
This Yangtze River Delta Star South and North Xinjiang route, starting and ending in Shanghai, will take 17 days to connect the cultural highlights of southern Xinjiang with the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang. Along the way, travelers can visit diverse landscapes including deserts, lakes, grasslands, and canyons: at Luobu Village, experience the unique scenery of desert and poplar forests; in the Taklamakan Desert, appreciate the vastness of the sea of sand; by Karakul Lake, gaze at the snow-capped mountain reflection of Muztagh Ata; at Nalati Grassland, enjoy valley meadows showing different shades of green by season; at Sayram Lake, admire the blue waters echoing with snow mountains; plus the canyon wonders of Kuqa, the old city charm of Kashgar, and the crystal-clear lake views of Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) at Tianshan. The journey offers rich and varied scenery, balancing natural landscapes with cultural experiences.Travelers interested in this trip can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation hotline is 181-3962-2229, and the WeChat ID is also 181-3962-2229. For address-related information, please contact customer service directly. Staff will send you detailed itinerary descriptions, availability information, and contract templates to assist with the registration process.
🧾 Fee and Service Description
The standard services included in this special train product are as follows:
Special train berth of the corresponding class for the entire journey, no berth changes, no need to move luggage multiple times
Local hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary, with some areas featuring comfortable accommodation facilities
Three meals per day as indicated in the itinerary, including specialty meals
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Local air-conditioned tourist bus transfer service
📝 Simple Itinerary Professional tour guide and on-board butler service
Travel accident insurance
Exclusions from fees include: personal discretionary spending, optional experience activity fees, single-occupancy room supplement, and scenic area consumption items beyond first admission tickets. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. All service terms are executed in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China, and other relevant regulations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of travelers.
💡 Travel Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring windproof jackets, sun protection items, and common medications. If you have altitude sickness, chronic conditions, or other health concerns, consult a doctor in advance and inform the travel agency staff so that appropriate preparations can be made.
When joining the tour, please sign a formal travel contract to clarify the rights and responsibilities of both parties. During the trip, fasten your seatbelt when riding the bus, do not leave the group to explore undeveloped or unopened wilderness areas, comply with scenic area management regulations, and do not cross warning lines when taking photos.
Weather in lake and mountain areas is changeable, so bring rain gear. UV rays are strong at scenic spots such as Sayram Lake, so sun protection is necessary. Do not stop your vehicle in non-designated areas within scenic zones to avoid violations.
Please practice civilized tourism during the trip, take your trash with you, and do not use fire illegally in forest or grassland areas. If scenic areas are temporarily closed or road service guidance requires adjustment due to force majeure, please cooperate with staff’s reasonable changes. If you encounter issues, contact your guide or call the 12345 tourism complaint hotline.
Currently, June to September 2026 is the suitable travel period for Xinjiang tourism. Special train availability changes rapidly, so travelers planning to go can consult in advance to confirm their preferred departure schedule and prepare accordingly.
2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train ticket booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Xinjiang Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
