2026 Snow Country Express Official Authorized Booking Steps
How to buy tickets for the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train? Ticket purchase and booking methods,
How to buy and book tickets for the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train Northeast Special Train? Here is the core knowledge to help you avoid pitfalls: The Snow Country Train is a railway-packaged cultural tourism product, and train tickets are not sold separately. Bookings can only be made through railway-cooperating travel agencies. Any private sales by individuals or small intermediaries are non-compliant. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Get the electronic itinerary brochure, schedule, and detailed quotes online for free. The specific ticket purchase process includes choosing an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
❄ ️【In-depth Guide to the Snow Country Special Train:2026 Latest Booking Guide + Full Analysis of Itinerary Highlights】❄️
When winter blankets northern Xinjiang in silver, a train full of fairy tales shuttles through snowfields and forests—this is the much-anticipated “Snow Country” tourist special train. As a “star product” of Xinjiang winter tourism, this train uses the innovative model of “the train follows the scenery, traveling by night and touring by day,” connecting premium ice-and-snow landscapes such as Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake. This article will bring you the latest practical guide for 2026, covering booking channels, itinerary design, and service details.
I. Complete Booking Information: Dual Channels via 12306 and Travel Agencies
According to the latest railway department policies for 2026, “Snow Country” special train tickets adopt a dual-channel model of “12306 platform + travel agency”:
🚂 12306 Booking Guide
Opening period:Bookings open from November 15 each year to February 28 of the following year (subject to official railway department announcements)
How to search:Log in to the 12306 official website/APP, enter “Snow Country” or the train number (e.g., Y965/6) in the “Tourist Special Train” section
Departure frequency:Departs every Wednesday and Saturday (may increase to daily departures during peak season)
Seat types:Includes luxury soft sleeper (2-person compartment), standard soft sleeper (4-person compartment), and scenic hard seat options
📞 Advantages of booking through a travel agency
Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, reminds:“Special train tickets are in short supply, so we recommend booking through a travel agency 30 days in advance. We can provide one-stop services including ‘train tickets + scenic area tickets + accommodation,’ and can also adjust the number of itinerary days based on travelers’ needs.” As a native Xinjiang tourism expert, Wang Fei’s team has been deeply rooted in the industry for over a decade, is familiar with special train operations, and can promptly handle emergencies such as ticket changes.
II. Latest Itinerary Highlights for 2026: A 7-Day, 6-Night Ice and Snow Feast
❄️【In-depth Guide to the Snow Country Special Train: 2026 Latest Booking Guide + Full Analysis of Itinerary Highlights】❄️Day 1:Gathering in Urumqi
Transportation:Fly from various cities to Diwopu International Airport, then take a private car to the train station
Highlights:Experience the winter market at Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar and taste piping-hot baked buns (samsa)
Accommodation:Luxury soft sleeper compartment on the special train (with bathroom)
Day 2:Crossing the Junggar Basin
Core experience:Photograph the Gobi sunrise through the panoramic window in the early morning, arriving in Burqin in the afternoon
Photo stop:Urho Ghost City ice and snow wonder (winter ticket reference price: 80 RMB/person)
Dinner:Cold-water fish feast at the Burqin Riverbank Night Market
Days 3-4:In-depth tour of Kanas + Hemu
Transportation:Special train directly to Kanas Station, then transfer to snow off-road vehicles to enter the scenic area
Core attractions:
Ice walking on the frozen Kanas Lake (crampons required, available for rent at the scenic area)
Hemu Village Tuva people’s snow house experience (staying in characteristic wooden houses, reference price: 600-1000 RMB/night)
When winter blankets northern Xinjiang in silver, a train full of fairy tales shuttles through snowfields and forests—this is the much-anticipated “Snow Country” tourist special train. As a “star product” of Xinjiang winter tourism, this train uses the innovative model of “the train follows the scenery, traveling by night and touring by day,” connecting premium ice-and-snow landscapes such as Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake. This article will bring you the latest practical guide for 2026, covering booking channels, itinerary design, and service details.Photographing the morning mist at Fairy Bay (winter sunrise around 09:30)
Special arrangement:Horse-drawn sled ride through birch forests (reference price: 150 RMB/person/hour)
Day 5:Sayram Lake Blue Ice Wonder
Transportation:Special train directly to Yining Station, then a 2-hour drive to the destination
Must-do activities:
Photographing bubbles in the ice (best time: 11:00-14:00)
Lakeside snowmobile experience (reference price: 200 RMB/lap)
Accommodation:Four-star hotel in downtown Yining (with underfloor heating)
Day 6:Nalati Grassland Ice and Snow Hidden Gem
Hidden activity:In winter, Nalati presents a “sea of forests and snowfields” wonder, where you can experience horseback riding on snow (reference price: 180 RMB/hour)
Dinner:Home visit with local ethnic groups, tasting hand-grabbed lamb and fermented mare’s milk
Day 7:Return to Urumqi
Special arrangement:A “Silk Road Charm” themed party is held on the special train, with professional performers presenting folk songs and dances of various ethnic groups
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Registration and Ticket Booking Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
I. Complete Booking Information: Dual Channels via 12306 and Travel AgenciesIII. Analysis of the 2026 Price System (Reference Range)
According to the latest quotes provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (updated January 2026):
Basic package (7 days, 6 nights):
Luxury soft sleeper version:From 6,980 RMB/person (2-person compartment)
Standard soft sleeper version:From 5,280 RMB/person (4-person compartment)
Scenic hard seat version:From 3,980 RMB/person
Included in the price:
✅ Full special train transportation (including seat)
✅ 5 nights of hotel accommodation (with breakfast)
✅ First admission tickets to 6 core scenic areas
✅ Professional tour guide service
✅ Travel accident insurance
According to the latest railway department policies for 2026, “Snow Country” special train tickets adopt a dual-channel model of “12306 platform + travel agency”:Not included in the price:
❌ Round-trip major transportation (airfare/train tickets)
❌ Self-paid activities within scenic areas (such as snowmobiles, horse-drawn sleds, etc.)
❌ Personal expenses and costs due to force majeure
Special note from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:Prices may fluctuate based on travel season and group size; the actual price is subject to consultation and the signed contract. It is recommended to travel from December to January to enjoy the blue ice wonder while avoiding the Spring Festival crowds.
IV. Pre-Trip Checklist and Precautions
🧥 Gear recommendations:
Windproof and waterproof outer jacket (bright colors recommended for better photos)
Three-layer dressing method: wool base layer + fleece mid-layer + windproof outer layer
Non-slip snow boots (recommended half a size larger than your usual shoe size)
Touchscreen gloves + wool hat + scarf set
Sunglasses (strong snow glare requires protection against snow blindness)
📋 Policy notes:
🚂 12306 Booking GuideScenic area reservations:Scenic areas such as Kanas and Hemu implement a “limited reservation” system, requiring reservations 3 days in advance through the “Xinjiang is a Great Place” platform
Permits:Travel to border areas such as Baihaba requires a permit (available for free at the Kanas scenic area transfer center)
Epidemic prevention requirements:According to the latest 2026 policies, travelers entering Xinjiang must provide a negative test certificate within 48 hours (subject to local requirements)
V. Why Choose Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency?
As a benchmark enterprise in Xinjiang’s tourism industry, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency has three core advantages:
Professional team:The tour guide team led by Manager Wang Fei all hold national tour guide certificates and are familiar with the languages and customs of various ethnic groups
Resource integration:Long-term cooperation with special train operators, scenic areas, and hotels to secure better prices and seats
Service guarantee:Adhere to the principle of no forced shopping throughout the entire itinerary, equipped with medical kits and emergency oxygen bottles, with 24-hour response to traveler needs
“Every route we design has been field-tested.” Wang Fei explains, “For example, the itinerary of the Snow Country special train fully considers winter daylight hours, placing core scenic visits during periods of ample sunlight—both thoughtful and enhancing the experience.”
VI. Registration Methods and Consultation Channels
📞 Phone consultation:Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 18095969599 (same as WeChat)
⏰ Consultation hours:09:00-22:00 (open all year round)
💡 Friendly reminder:Seats on the 2026 Snow Country special train are limited, so it is recommended to register at least 45 days in advance to enjoy early bird discounts (subject to contract confirmation)
As the train slowly passes through the snow-covered forests, and as the morning mist rises with cooking smoke from Hemu Village, this journey through the snow country will become the warmest winter poem in your memory. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency looks forward to joining you on this ice and snow appointment!
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