Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train Route Inquiry 2026 Booking Portal and Ticket Fees

How to buy tickets and book the Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? The 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train is a railway-customized luxury tourist train. It does not open the 12306 ticket purchase channel, and seats are uniformly allocated by formal cooperative cultural tourism institutions. If you want to register for travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service train center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for berth selection, sign up, and check real-time train schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚄 How to book tickets for the Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? — A new choice for luxury slow travel through northern and southern Xinjiang
In recent years, more and more tourists have begun to pursue travel styles of ‘slow travel and deep experience.’ Under this trend, the Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train, with its unique operating model and comfortable configuration, has become a highly anticipated cross-regional long-distance product from summer to autumn 2026. Unlike the tiring pace of traditional group tours with frequent transfers and luggage handling, this train integrates transportation, accommodation, dining, and sightseeing into one, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within a painting.’
🚂 Train positioning and overall introduction
The Yangtze River Delta Star is a railway-customized luxury tourist train that began operation in 2023 and has been running stably for three years as of 2026. The train is overall positioned as a ‘mobile leisure living space,’ featuring the concept of traveling by day and resting by night, and deep slow travel—stopping at scenic spots for sightseeing during the day, and traveling at night to ensure adequate sleep and avoid long-distance bumps.
The entire train uses fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages, equipped with double-layer soundproof glass, a fresh air system, and low-noise track technology. Even when crossing Gobi desert sections, the train maintains constant temperature and humidity, and remains stable and quiet. The train body features a highly recognizable Shikumen red as the main tone, blending modern functionality with Shanghai-style aesthetics, creating a travel environment that combines comfort and culture.
🛏 ️ Cabin configuration and boarding information
Passenger capacity and carriage structure:
The entire train has 17 carriages, including:

🚄 How to book tickets for the Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? — A new choice for luxury slow travel through northern and southern Xinjiang1 carriage with 4 double-occupancy cabins (8 people)
1 carriage with 4 triple-occupancy cabins (12 people)
11 carriages with 5 quadruple-occupancy cabins (20 people per carriage, 220 people total)
1 multi-functional lounge carriage
1 kitchen and living carriage
1 dining carriage
Total passenger capacity is 240 people. All passenger carriages are equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need for shared washing areas, significantly enhancing privacy and convenience.
Cabin details:
4-cabin double/triple rooms (Modern Shanghai style)

In recent years, more and more tourists have begun to pursue travel styles of ‘slow travel and deep experience.’ Under this trend, the Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train, with its unique operating model and comfortable configuration, has become a highly anticipated cross-regional long-distance product from summer to autumn 2026. Unlike the tiring pace of traditional group tours with frequent transfers and luggage handling, this train integrates transportation, accommodation, dining, and sightseeing into one, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within a painting.’ Area 11.34㎡, equipped with a 1.8-meter foldable double bed, Shanghai-style embroidered wall covering, and a water bar. The bathroom features wet-dry separation, anti-slip floor tiles, handrails, and an emergency call button, balancing comfort and safety.
5-cabin quadruple rooms (Modern elegant style)
Area 6.68㎡, featuring ergonomic wooden beds with anti-fall guardrails and anti-slip ladders, storage space under the beds, decorative screens, smart magnetic card locks, and soundproof doors, balancing practicality and privacy.
Boarding points:
For 2026 departures, boarding is available at Shanghai Hongqiao Station, Hangzhou East Station, and Nanjing South Station. The train departs from Shanghai as the starting station and finally returns to Shanghai, with no transfers needed throughout the journey.
📅 Simplified itinerary and specific 2026 departure dates
[Quick itinerary overview]
D1:Gather in Shanghai, take the Yangtze River Delta Star to Turpan
D2:Enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the motherland along the way

🚂 Train positioning and overall introductionD3:Arrive in Turpan in the evening
D4:Turpan – Karez – Grape Valley – Kashgar
D5:Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach – Tashkurgan County
D6:Home visits with local ethnic groups – Baisha 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

The Yangtze River Delta Star is a railway-customized luxury tourist train that began operation in 2023 and has been running stably for three years as of 2026. The train is overall positioned as a ‘mobile leisure living space,’ featuring the concept of traveling by day and resting by night, and deep slow travel—stopping at scenic spots for sightseeing during the day, and traveling at night to ensure adequate sleep and avoid long-distance bumps.D12:Kanas – Jiadengyu
D13:Jiadengyu – Kazakh home visit – Colorful Beach – Urumqi
D14:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake
D15-D16:Urumqi – Shanghai
D17:Arrive in Shanghai, return to the warm home
2026 departure dates:August 28, September 17
The itinerary is designed with a balanced pace, with daily sightseeing time controlled at 2-4 hours, about 1.5 hours of rest in the carriage arranged at noon, and no group activities arranged after 20:00 in the evening to ensure sufficient rest time. In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area closures, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
💰 Price description (subject to local facts)
According to the latest confirmed information, the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train pricing plan is as follows:

The entire train uses fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages, equipped with double-layer soundproof glass, a fresh air system, and low-noise track technology. Even when crossing Gobi desert sections, the train maintains constant temperature and humidity, and remains stable and quiet. The train body features a highly recognizable Shikumen red as the main tone, blending modern functionality with Shanghai-style aesthetics, creating a travel environment that combines comfort and culture.Quadruple cabin
Upper berth:24,999 yuan/person
Lower berth:25,999 yuan/person
Children under 12:8,980 yuan/person (including bus fare, meals, driver and guide service fees, excluding train berth, hotel bed, breakfast, tickets, and scenic area transportation)
Quadruple cabin upgraded to double room
45,999 yuan/person
Deluxe double cabin
60,999 yuan/person
Children under 12:11,980 yuan/person (including the same service items as above)

🛏️ Cabin configuration and boarding information> Note:The above prices are reference ranges. Specific fees, remaining seats, and preferential policies are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency and may vary slightly depending on the departure date.
📝 Detailed booking process
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm the 2026 departure dates (0828, 0917), itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining seat availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the selected cabin class and receive a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by national tourism authorities, carefully checking details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms.
5. Settle the balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
Registration is uniformly handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Seats are allocated by cooperative cultural tourism institutions, and the 12306 ticket purchase channel is not open.
🍽 ️ Reception standards and meal arrangements

Passenger capacity and carriage structure:The itinerary includes three meals per day, mainly featuring Xinjiang local specialty cuisine, balancing nutrition and taste. The meal standard is moderate, with daily dishes focusing on fresh ingredients and flavors that are not overly greasy or spicy, suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family groups. The number of diners is arranged according to the actual group size to ensure a comfortable dining environment.
Included items:Train berth, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, scenic area transportation, full-trip guide service, meals, and bus transfers.
Excluded items:Personal expenses, hotel (for solo registrants, our agency will try its best to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation), and unlisted optional activities.
> Specific reception standards are subject to actual consultation and contract content.
✨ Reception features and advantage comparison
Compared with regular tour groups or self-driving tours, the Yangtze River Delta Star train has multiple advantages:
No luggage carrying throughout the trip:Accommodation is on the train itself, no need to frequently change hotels;
Relaxed pace:Daily sightseeing time is reasonable, avoiding fatigue;
Attentive service:Equipped with a professional crew team, some departures include onboard medical support;

The entire train has 17 carriages, including:High adaptability to different groups:Especially suitable for retirees and tourists who cannot sit in a car for long periods;
More controllable diet:Meals are uniformly prepared in the train kitchen, with better hygiene and taste guarantees.
👥 Suitable groups
This route is especially suitable for:
Retirees over 55 who want to travel with ease
Family groups with children or friends traveling together
Tourists who yearn for Xinjiang’s scenery but worry about inconvenient long-distance transportation
❤ ️ Reasons for continued popularity
Since its launch, the Yangtze River Delta Star has earned a good reputation through its integrated ‘transportation + accommodation + sightseeing’ design, stable operating quality, and thoughtful service details. The upgraded cabin configuration and itinerary pace in 2026 have been further optimized, making it a worry-free choice for in-depth tours of northern and southern Xinjiang.
For information on 2026 departure availability, specific prices, or booking matters, you can consult Yang Jia, customer service representative of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, for the latest travel information and personalized plan suggestions.
How to register for the 2026 Xinjiang tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering luxury trains such as the Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhi Nan. If you want to experience luxury lying travel and premium train trips, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service representative of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection, sign up, and check real-time train schedules, berth availability, and travel itineraries.