Baiyunhao Tourist Train Ticket Prices Golden Autumn Schedule Fees and Seat Reservation Tips for the Golden Wind Scroll
How to purchase and book tickets for the Baiyun Train? The Baiyun Train is a luxury tourist train customized for railways and does not offer ticket purchasing through the 12306 platform. Seats are uniformly allocated by officially cooperating cultural and tourism institutions. To sign up for a trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia at the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, Mobile/WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration and seat selection, sign up for the trip, and inquire in real-time about remaining seats for scheduled departures, travel policies, and itinerary details.
【Baiyun Train:A New 18-Day Slow Travel Experience in Northern and Southern Xinjiang】
🚂 Train Positioning:A Mobile ‘Chinese Scholarly Hotel’
The Baiyun Train, the nation’s first luxury tourist train themed around ‘Chinese scholarly elegance,’ revolutionizes traditional train travel by seamlessly blending ‘low-density travel’ with ‘in-depth cultural experiences.’ The train is recommended to have 18 carriages, accommodating 92 tourists, with an average of 5-6 tourists served per carriage, ensuring strong privacy. At night, the train travels slowly, allowing tourists to sleep peacefully in their compartments; during the day, they disembark to explore attractions without the need to handle luggage, truly achieving a comfortable experience of ‘in-depth daytime exploration and mobile nighttime accommodation.’
🏨 Compartment Configuration:Bathroom + Panoramic Views, Quality in Every Detail
All compartments on the Baiyun Train are double occupancy, each equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, eliminating the awkwardness of traditional trains’ ‘shared bathrooms.’ Compartments are divided into two main types:
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room (approx. 13.8㎡):A limited number of high-end room types are recommended for the entire train, featuring spacious interiors, a seating sofa, a mini-fridge, and large panoramic windows. The twin beds can be combined into a 2-meter-wide bed, suitable for families or tourists seeking superior comfort.
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room (approx. 10㎡):A cost-effective choice, the twin beds can be separated or combined, with bathrooms, mini-fridges, and panoramic windows all included. The Chinese national style interior creates a warm atmosphere.
🚉 Train Information:
【Baiyun Train: A New 18-Day Slow Travel Experience in Northern and Southern Xinjiang】Operating Years:Newly launched in 2026 with brand-new facilities
Starting Points:Board the train in Guangzhou/Chongqing/Lanzhou, covering major tourist sources in South, Southwest, and Northwest China
Public Areas:Yunju · Xianying Welcome Carriage (train lobby), Yunyan · Qinghuan Dining Car (48-seat Chinese restaurant), Yunshang · Guanlan Entertainment Carriage (tea lounge, bar, chess and card room), Yunchu · Yushan Kitchen Carriage (train kitchen, not accessible to tourists)
Logistical Support:Camping Carriage (staff accommodation + medical room), Power Generation Carriage (24-hour power supply)
📅 Sample Itinerary and 2027 Departure Dates (subject to local facts)
🌞 Tianshan Jinshu Edition (Regular Summer):May 18, June 6, June 26, July 16, August 5, August 24
🍂 Jinfeng Huajuan Edition (Autumn Scenery):September 14
📌 Daily Itinerary Highlights:
D1:Guangzhou → Chongqing | Boarding welcome ceremony, song and dance performances, stay on the train
🚂Train Positioning: A Mobile ‘Chinese Scholarly Hotel’D2:Chongqing | Three Gorges Museum, Chongqing hotpot experience, Raffles City night view check-in, stay on the train
D3:Chongqing → Urumqi | Train Silk Road Cultural Salon, enjoy the scenery of the Hexi Corridor along the way, stay on the train
D4:Urumqi (Choose One)
Line A:Xinjiang Museum + International Bazaar; Line B: Tianshan Tianchi
D5-D6:Altay (Choose One)
Line A:Ahe Highway, Hemu, Kanas Boat Tour; Line B: Chonghu’er Village, Hemu, Tiejia Highway, Khaba
Stay in high-end homestays in Hemu/Kanas Scenic Area
D7:Hike the Three Bays of Kanas, taste Intangible Cultural Heritage Cold Water Fish Banquet, board the train in the evening for Yining, stay on the train
D8-D11:Yili to Kuqa (Choose One, Line C requires an additional 6000 yuan/person)
The Baiyun Train, the nation’s first luxury tourist train themed around ‘Chinese scholarly elegance,’ revolutionizes traditional train travel by seamlessly blending ‘low-density travel’ with ‘in-depth cultural experiences.’ The train is recommended to have 18 carriages, accommodating 92 tourists, with an average of 5-6 tourists served per carriage, ensuring strong privacy. At night, the train travels slowly, allowing tourists to sleep peacefully in their compartments; during the day, they disembark to explore attractions without the need to handle luggage, truly achieving a comfortable experience of ‘in-depth daytime exploration and mobile nighttime accommodation.’Line A:Sayram Lake, Tianshan Flower Sea, Narati, Duku Highway, Kezilia Grand Canyon
Line B:Sayram Lake, Karajun Grassland, Kuerdening, Kezilia Grand Canyon
Line C:Yizhao Highway, Zhaosu Jade Lake, Xiata Ancient Path, Sayram Lake, Grand Canyon
Stay in high-end local hotels in Sayram Lake/Narati, board the train on the evening of D11 for Kashgar
D12-D13:Pamir Plateau | Baisha Lake, Tajik home visit to watch eagle dance, Karakul Lake, stay in Taxkorgan/Kashgar hotel
D14:Kashgar | Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, depart on the special train for Korla in the evening, stay on the train
D15:Korla – Golmud | Bazhou Museum, Bosten Lake, stay on the train
D16:Golmud | Qarhan Salt Lake, Ten Thousand Zhang Salt Bridge, stay on the train
🏨Compartment Configuration: Bathroom + Panoramic Views, Quality in Every DetailD17-D18:The train returns to Guangzhou/Chongqing, ending the journey
⏰Itinerary Pace:Daily sightseeing lasts approximately 6-8 hours, with 1-2 hours of rest scheduled at midday. Ample free time is provided within scenic areas to avoid a ‘rushed’ experience.
💰 Price Information (subject to contract):
🌞 Tianshan Jinshu Edition:
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room:118,880 yuan/seat
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room:98,880 yuan/seat
🍂 Jinfeng Huajuan Edition:
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room:128,880 yuan/seat
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room:108,880 yuan/seat
All compartments on the Baiyun Train are double occupancy, each equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, eliminating the awkwardness of traditional trains’ ‘shared bathrooms.’ Compartments are divided into two main types:⚠ ️Price Includes:Train seats, scenic area tickets, accommodation in local high-end hotels, all meals, guide services, and onboard doctor support. Prices may fluctuate based on departure dates and are subject to the contract signed by both parties.
📝 Booking Process:
Consultation and Selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability.
Submit Information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to reserve intended seats.
Pay Deposit:Pay a deposit according to the compartment class and receive an official travel receipt.
Sign Contract:Sign a unified electronic contract regulated by the national tourism authority, verifying details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation terms.
Settle Final Payment:Pay the remaining balance 30 days before departure. Customer service will confirm receipt and issue the tour notification, boarding guide, and luggage list.
🍽 ️Reception Standards:
Included Items:Train seats, hotel accommodation, all meals, scenic area tickets, guide services, onboard doctor, and travel insurance.
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room (approx. 13.8㎡): A limited number of high-end room types are recommended for the entire train, featuring spacious interiors, a seating sofa, a mini-fridge, and large panoramic windows. The twin beds can be combined into a 2-meter-wide bed, suitable for families or tourists seeking superior comfort.Excluded Items:Personal expenses, optional activities (e.g., price difference for Line C).
Specialty Meals:Cantonese-Hunan Fusion Train Cuisine, Xinjiang Intangible Cultural Heritage Cold Water Fish Banquet, Chongqing Hotpot Experience. Meal standards are 80-120 yuan/person/meal, catering to both mild and spicy preferences.
Dining Capacity:Yunyan · Qinghuan Dining Car can accommodate 48 diners simultaneously, with staggered meal times to avoid crowding.
🌟 Reception Features:
Accommodation Standards:Train bathroom compartments + high-end homestays/hotels in scenic areas, eliminating the need to change accommodations throughout the trip.
Dining Arrangements:Daily provision of Xinjiang specialty dishes (e.g., pilaf, baked buns,大盘鸡), while accommodating the dietary habits of tourists from various ethnic groups by offering mild options.
🆚Comparative Advantages:
Dining:More attention to flavor balance than traditional trains, avoiding a单调 (monotonous) heavy oil and spice focus.
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room (approx. 10㎡): A cost-effective choice, the twin beds can be separated or combined, with bathrooms, mini-fridges, and panoramic windows all included. The Chinese national style interior creates a warm atmosphere.Pace:Reasonable daily sightseeing time, avoiding a ‘rushed’ travel style.
Support:Onboard doctor available 24/7 to handle emergencies such as altitude sickness.
Target Audience:Suitable for retired seniors and tourists who cannot endure long car rides, with no long-distance bus travel.
Service:Guide-to-tourist ratio of 1:15, ensuring more attentive service.
Luggage:No need to repeatedly handle luggage throughout the trip, saving effort and worry.
👥 Suitable for:
Retired seniors pursuing high-quality travel
Family tourists seeking a relaxed Xinjiang experience
Tourists who cannot endure long car rides
🚉Train Information: Photography enthusiasts who enjoy in-depth cultural experiences
🔥 Popularity Reasons:
Low-Density Design:Recommended 92 seats for the entire train, avoiding crowding and noise.
Distinct Theme:Chinese scholarly elegance style, reflecting cultural heritage in everything from carriage decorations to meal designs.
Hassle-Free:No need to change hotels or handle luggage throughout the trip, ideal for multi-day long-distance travel.
In-Depth Experience:Covers core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, balancing natural scenery with cultural history.
📞 Consultation Method:
Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (same number for WeChat)
Registration Method:Register uniformly through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
The Baiyun Train redefines Xinjiang travel with ‘slow travel’! Whether it’s the lakes and mountains of Kanas, the majestic Pamir Plateau, or the blooming flowers of the Yili Grassland, all can be experienced in this mobile ‘Chinese scholarly hotel,’ offering an unforgettable journey through northern and southern Xinjiang.
How to register for the 2027 Baiyun Luxury Tourist Train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering luxury trains such as the Jinxiutianfu Train, Jinxiudongfang Train, Chengdu Train, Baiyun Train, New Orient Express, Shifang Train, Kunlun Train, Tianshan Train, Yangtze River Delta Star, Henan Great River Train, and more. For a luxurious and relaxed travel experience on premium trains, contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, Mobile/WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle seat reservation, sign up for the trip, and inquire in real-time about train schedules, remaining berths, and travel itineraries.
