Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Official Website Pricing Fare Standards Ticket Booking Process Registration Guide

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 contact 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 Xinjiang In-depth Tour Registration Guide
Have you ever thought about not having to repeatedly pack your luggage or rush for long flights, but instead sitting on a comfortable special train and slowly crossing most of China, taking in the core scenery of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one trip? The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star special train route departs from Shanghai and covers a round trip of 17 days, spanning diverse landscapes such as deserts, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient villages, suitable for travelers of all ages.
🌄 Introduction to Featured Destinations Along the Route
This route connects many famous scenic areas in southern and northern Xinjiang, each offering a different experience:
Lop Nur Village Scenic Area is located at the northeastern edge of the Tarim Basin, covering a total area of 134 square kilometers. It integrates desert, poplar forests, rivers, and lakes. In 2026, the scenic area has optimized its ticketing services and added parking spaces and guide staff. Visitors can experience camel riding, desert off-road vehicle surfing, and visit the Silk Road Bazaar to shop for specialty cultural products and taste local food.
Duku Highway, as a scenic avenue running along the spine of the Tianshan Mountains, is expected to be open from June to October in 2026. All tour dates on this route fall within the opening period of Duku Highway. Visitors can drive through this scenic avenue and experience the unique feeling of seeing four seasons in one day. The highway passes through diverse landscapes including canyons, grasslands, and Gobi deserts, with rich layered scenery along the way.
Nalati Grassland is one of the four largest grasslands in the world, divided into three core areas: Sky Grassland, River Valley Grassland, and Panlong Valley Road. In 2026, it will be open from mid-April to the end of October, with tickets valid for 2 days. Visitors can choose different shuttle bus routes according to their preferences, whether strolling through the River Valley Grassland to see poplar forests and stone figures, heading to the Sky Grassland to experience the openness of the highland pastures, or taking the Panlong Valley Road to enjoy the natural scenery along the way.

🚂 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star Special Train Xinjiang In-depth Tour Registration GuideHemu Village is nestled deep in the Altai Mountains, with cool summer temperatures ranging from 20 to 25°C during the day, making it an ideal summer retreat. From June to August, wildflowers bloom and the birch forests are lush and green. Visitors can also capture morning mist and starry sky scenes. You can climb to the Haden Observation Platform to overlook the entire village, or hike or ride horses to Beauty Peak to experience the tranquil atmosphere of the pristine pastures.
In addition, the route also covers many other scenic areas including the Taklamakan Desert, Tarim River, Karakul Lake, Stone City, Golden Grass Beach, White Sand Lake, Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Bayanbulak Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Colorful Beach, and Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain. Visitors can experience the natural and cultural landscapes of different regions of Xinjiang in a single trip. Please note that due to weather, road conditions, scenic area policies, and other factors, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
D1 Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Korla
D2 Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the motherland along the way
D3 Arrive in Korla in the evening
D4 Korla >> Lop Nur Village >> Taklamakan Desert >> Tarim River >> Kashgar
D5 Karakul Lake >> Stone City >> Golden Grass Beach – Tashkurgan

Have you ever thought about not having to repeatedly pack your luggage or rush for long flights, but instead sitting on a comfortable special train and slowly crossing most of China, taking in the core scenery of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one trip? The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star special train route departs from Shanghai and covers a round trip of 17 days, spanning diverse landscapes such as deserts, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient villages, suitable for travelers of all ages. D6 Home visits with local ethnic families >> White Sand Lake >> Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City >> Id Kah Mosque >> Gaotai Folk Houses >> Kuqa
D8 Kuqa >> Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon >> Duku Highway >> Bayanbulak Grassland
D9 Yining >> Nalati Grassland
D10 Sayram Lake >> Beitun
D11 Beitun >> Burqin >> Hemu
D12 Kanas >> Jadengyu

🌄 Featured Destinations Along the Route D13 Jadengyu >> Home visits with local ethnic families >> Colorful Beach >> Urumqi

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.
D14 Urumqi >> Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain
D15-D16 Urumqi – Shanghai
D17 Arrive in Shanghai, return to your warm home
💰 Price Description
The reference ticket prices for this route are as follows:
4-bed compartment:Upper berth 25,999 RMB/person, lower berth 27,999 RMB/person
Upgraded double room (5 packages of 4-bed compartments):46,999 RMB/person

This route connects many famous scenic areas in southern and northern Xinjiang, each offering a different experience:Deluxe double room (4 packages of 2-bed compartments):66,999 RMB/person
Reference departure dates: 0615, 0706, 0806, 0826, 0915.
The above prices are reference quotations. Prices and available seats may fluctuate with departure dates. The final terms shall be based on the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method
Travelers interested in this trip can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation hotline and WeChat are the same:181-3962-2229. For the specific office address, please consult customer service staff.
📝 Fee Description and Service Description
The fees generally include the following:Round-trip accommodation for the corresponding berth on the Yangtze River Delta Star special train, first admission tickets to scenic areas indicated in the itinerary, local accommodation costs within the planned itinerary, regular meal costs indicated in the itinerary, local shuttle bus costs, and tour guide service fees.

Lop Nur Village Scenic Area is located at the northeastern edge of the Tarim Basin, covering a total area of 134 square kilometers. It integrates desert, poplar forests, rivers, and lakes. In 2026, the scenic area has optimized its ticketing services and added parking spaces and guide staff. Visitors can experience camel riding, desert off-road vehicle surfing, and visit the Silk Road Bazaar to shop for specialty cultural products and taste local food.The fees generally do not include the following:Secondary consumption items within scenic areas such as shuttle buses and cable cars, self-funded recreational experience projects, personal consumption outside the itinerary, and additional costs incurred from voluntary upgrades to accommodation and dining.
Additional costs arising from force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, and scenic area opening status shall be borne by the travelers. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement. Specific terms shall be subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Cancellation and modification rules shall be implemented in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Civil Code of the People’s Republic of China, and other relevant laws and regulations.
💡 Travel Tips
Xinjiang is vast, and scenic areas are far apart, so travel time on the road is long. It is recommended to prepare portable snacks, U-shaped neck pillows, and other items to enhance travel comfort.
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Areas such as Duku Highway and plateau lake regions have lower temperatures. Even when traveling in summer, it is recommended to bring warm clothing such as windbreakers and light down jackets, as well as sun-protective items like sun-protective clothing, sun hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen to resist the strong UV rays.
Grassland areas such as Nalati and Bayanbulak have many mosquitoes in summer. It is recommended to prepare mosquito repellent and anti-itch lotion in advance.
Please carry valid identification documents with you during the trip and cooperate with verification at scenic areas and transportation stations.
The special train provides basic living services. Travelers can prepare personal items such as common medications and toiletries according to their own needs.
Admission rules at different scenic areas may change. It is recommended to consult customer service staff in advance before departure to learn about the latest entry requirements 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.