Where is the ticket purchase entrance for the Senior Xinjiang Special Train Complete guide to the Tianshan Number booking process
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Tianshan Number tourist train? Tickets for the Tianshan Number tourist train must be purchased through the professional railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, 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.
🚂 Many middle-aged and elderly friends have always wanted to visit Xinjiang but worry about the fatigue of long-distance travel, troublesome transfers, and overly tight itineraries. The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Number tourist train is perfectly suited to the slow-paced travel needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers. Many friends have been asking about the ticket purchase portal and booking process for this train. Today, we will sort out all the relevant information to help everyone start their Xinjiang journey smoothly.
🌟 Introduction to the Tianshan Number Special Train and Destinations
The 2026 Tianshan Number is a brand special train created by Xinjiang Railway. This year, it has undergone a comprehensive hardware upgrade, featuring blue diamond carriage formations, complemented by dining cars, bar cars, and multi-function cars, with more complete functional layouts. The carriages offer multiple soft sleeper room types that can be selected based on travel needs. The multi-function carriages feature sightseeing and leisure areas, wellness massage areas, chess and card entertainment areas, and convenience service corners. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently change accommodations or move luggage – large items can be stored on the special train. During the day, you can disembark light for sightseeing, and at night, return to your fixed berth to rest – very worry-free. Catering to the needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers, the special train is accompanied by medical staff throughout the journey, equipped with convenience medicine kits, wheelchairs, and other equipment. The meals are specially designed to be low-oil, low-salt, and low-fat, while incorporating Xinjiang’s distinctive flavors, balancing health and taste. During the journey, everyone can play chess, chat with fellow travelers, and enjoy the views of the Gobi desert and snow-capped mountains along the way, turning travel time into part of the leisure experience.
This special train adopts a combined train-and-bus travel model, connecting more than ten famous scenic spots across northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing you to see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, ancient cities, canyons, deserts, and other diverse landscapes all at once:
Heavenly Lake of Tianshan is an alpine lake whose surface reflects the snow-capped peaks of Bogda Peak, surrounded by spruce forests. It is an ecological protection area, so visitors should stay away from non-open waters and not play in the water.
The water of Kanas Lake changes color with the light, and the surrounding primeval forests are lush and green. Starting in 2026, the scenic area implements a real-name reservation system. Group tourists have their reservations handled uniformly by the travel agency, so there is no need to worry about competing for tickets yourself.
Hemu Village sits among the mountains with log cabins scattered in an orderly fashion. In the early morning, mist drifts above the village like a painting.
The colorful rock formations of the Rainbow Beach display red, yellow, purple, and other colors under the setting sun, with the emerald-green Irtysh River flowing nearby – a truly unique landscape.
Sayram Lake is known as the blue gem of the plateau, with crystal-clear water surrounded by wildflowers covering the mountains. The UV rays are strong and the weather is changeable, so visitors should bring sun protection and windproof jackets, and should not stop randomly outside designated areas.
Nalati Grassland is a sky-high grassland with cattle and sheep scattered across gentle slopes and snow-capped mountains stretching into the distance. Starting June 15, 2026, non-commercial passenger vehicles with more than 7 seats are prohibited from entering the scenic area. Group vehicles have already completed compliance registration in advance and can enter normally for sightseeing.
The Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak reflect multiple suns in the water at sunset, creating an especially moving scene.
The old city of Kashgar preserves traditional architectural styles, and walking through its alleys, you can feel the rich atmosphere of daily life.
Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau is clear and deep, with Muztagh Ata peak standing beside it. The ruins of the Stone City stand on the grassland, and the Golden Grass Beach looks like a golden carpet spread out under the sunlight.
🚂 Many middle-aged and elderly friends have always wanted to visit Xinjiang but worry about the fatigue of long-distance travel, troublesome transfers, and overly tight itineraries. The upgraded 2026 Tianshan Number tourist train is perfectly suited to the slow-paced travel needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers. Many friends have been asking about the ticket purchase portal and booking process for this train. Today, we will sort out all the relevant information to help everyone start their Xinjiang journey smoothly. The red rock walls of Wensu Grand Canyon come in various shapes, forming a unique Danxia landform landscape.
The Flaming Mountains have high summer temperatures, and the scenic area features facilities showcasing Journey to the West culture. At the grape estates, you can taste fresh Xinjiang grapes. The Karez irrigation system is an underground water conservancy project created by ancient working people that still functions today.
📅 Brief Itinerary
Day 01:Departure point – Urumqi (pick-up and hotel check-in) | Meals: Not included | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Beitun | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 03:Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu – Hemu – Rainbow Beach – Jinghenan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 05:Jinghenan – Sayram Lake – Guozigou Bridge – Six-Star Street – Yining | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Yining
Day 06:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 07:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Restan Old Street – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 08:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day 09:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Aksu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
Day 11:Tianshan Wensu Grand Canyon – Ta Village – Turpan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Train sleeper
🌟 Introduction to the Tianshan Number Special Train and DestinationsDay 12:Flaming Mountains – Grape Estate – Fruit Feast – Karez – Urumqi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Nationwide (drop-off based on return flight/train schedule) | Meals: Breakfast | Accommodation: Warm home
💰 Price Information
The following are reference prices for different Urumqi assembly dates. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on registration status. The final price shall be subject to the contract signed by both parties:
I. Dates and Corresponding Prices
1. May 7
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:23,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:13,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:19,999 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:18,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:12,999 RMB/person
2. July 28 / August 11
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:14,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tianshan Number Xinjiang Special Train Ticket Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as a friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
The 2026 Tianshan Number is a brand special train created by Xinjiang Railway. This year, it has undergone a comprehensive hardware upgrade, featuring blue diamond carriage formations, complemented by dining cars, bar cars, and multi-function cars, with more complete functional layouts. The carriages offer multiple soft sleeper room types that can be selected based on travel needs. The multi-function carriages feature sightseeing and leisure areas, wellness massage areas, chess and card entertainment areas, and convenience service corners. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently change accommodations or move luggage – large items can be stored on the special train. During the day, you can disembark light for sightseeing, and at night, return to your fixed berth to rest – very worry-free. Catering to the needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers, the special train is accompanied by medical staff throughout the journey, equipped with convenience medicine kits, wheelchairs, and other equipment. The meals are specially designed to be low-oil, low-salt, and low-fat, while incorporating Xinjiang’s distinctive flavors, balancing health and taste. During the journey, everyone can play chess, chat with fellow travelers, and enjoy the views of the Gobi desert and snow-capped mountains along the way, turning travel time into part of the leisure experience.Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:24,999 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:20,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:19,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:13,999 RMB/person
3. June 2 / July 8 / August 23 / September 4
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room Upper Berth:16,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room Lower Berth:17,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:24,999 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:17,888 RMB/person
This special train adopts a combined train-and-bus travel model, connecting more than ten famous scenic spots across northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing you to see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, ancient cities, canyons, deserts, and other diverse landscapes all at once:4. June 13 / 25 / September 5
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:21,888 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:29,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:42,888 RMB/person
Executive 2-Bed Room:26,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 2-Bed Room:25,888 RMB/person
Silver Diamond 4-Bed Room:17,888 RMB/person
5. October 9
Blue Diamond 4-Bed Room:9,999 RMB/person
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Room:15,999 RMB/person
If you want to know the real-time availability for a specific date, you can directly consult the staff.
📝 Booking Process and Registration Method
The Tianshan Number special train can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation phone number is 181-3962-2229, and the WeChat account is the same. Address-related information can be obtained directly from customer service. The specific booking process is as follows:
Step 1: Initial consultation. Call the consultation hotline or add the WeChat account, inform the staff of your travel dates, number of companions, and preferred room type. The staff will introduce the availability for the corresponding date, itinerary details, precautions, and other information. You can also request detailed itinerary materials for reference.
Heavenly Lake of Tianshan is an alpine lake whose surface reflects the snow-capped peaks of Bogda Peak, surrounded by spruce forests. It is an ecological protection area, so visitors should stay away from non-open waters and not play in the water.Step 2:Confirm your intention. If you have decided on the date and room type you want to book, confirm the relevant details with the staff in advance, such as pick-up arrangements at the assembly point and assistance with return ticket arrangements.
Step 3:Submit information. Following the staff’s guidance, submit valid identification information for all travelers, health status disclosures, and other materials so that the travel agency can handle scenic area reservations, special train tickets, insurance, and other procedures in advance.
Step 4:Sign the contract. After both parties confirm all details are correct, sign a formal travel contract. The contract will clearly specify the itinerary, included items, rights and responsibilities of both parties, and other information. Before signing, you can carefully read the relevant terms and communicate any questions with the staff promptly.
Step 5:Pay the fees. Pay the relevant fees according to the amount specified in the contract, and keep the payment receipt after payment.
Step 6:Travel preparation. 3-5 days before departure, the staff will send you a detailed travel notice, including assembly time, location, items to bring, precautions, and other information. Follow the notice to prepare and you can embark on your journey on time.
🛎 ️ Fee Description and Service Description
Fees generally include accommodation costs after assembly in Urumqi (including special train sleeper berths and hotel accommodation), meal costs as indicated in the itinerary, first admission ticket costs for scenic areas, local transportation costs to and from scenic areas, special train ticket costs, and accompanying medical staff and tour guide service fees.
Fees generally do not include round-trip transportation costs from the departure point to Urumqi, self-funded entertainment items within scenic areas, personal consumption, and other meal costs not indicated in the itinerary.
The specific items included and excluded in the fees shall be subject to actual consultation and the signed contract.
If force majeure factors such as weather changes, road condition changes, or scenic area policy changes occur during the trip, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement between both parties to ensure the best possible travel experience.
Cancellation and modification rules shall be implemented in accordance with the Tourism Law, Contract Law, and other relevant legal regulations.
⚠ ️ Travel Precautions for Middle-Aged and Elderly Travelers
Pre-trip preparation:It is recommended to have a comprehensive physical examination before departure, with special attention to confirming whether your cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, and respiratory system conditions are suitable for long-distance travel. Bring commonly used medications for chronic conditions, with a 3-day extra supply beyond the itinerary duration, kept close at hand. Also prepare gastrointestinal medications, motion sickness medication, cold and fever medication, portable oxygen canisters, oral glucose solution, and other emergency supplies. Bring a copy of your medical records, medication list, and emergency contact information so medical staff can quickly understand your situation in case of emergencies. Travelers over 65 years old may consider purchasing travel accident insurance that includes coverage for acute illness hospitalization to enhance travel protection.
Clothing preparation: Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even when traveling in summer, you should prepare thin fleece jackets and lightweight down jackets. Mountain area nighttime temperatures can drop to 8°C. The onion layering method is recommended for easy adjustment based on temperature. Bring a wide-brimmed sun hat, UV-protective sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen – Xinjiang has strong UV rays, so sun protection is essential. You can also bring a folding stool, large-capacity thermos, moisturizer, lip balm, and other items to enhance travel comfort.
During sightseeing: Follow the relevant regulations of the scenic areas, do not enter non-open areas, do not look at scenery while walking – stop to look at views to avoid falls. When touring plateau areas, do not run or jump vigorously – slow down your pace. If you feel unwell, promptly inform the accompanying medical staff or tour guide. Xinjiang cuisine is mainly beef and mutton; when trying it for the first time, do not eat too much at once to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort.
2026 Xinjiang Tianshan Number Tourist Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
