2027 Yangtze River Delta Star Tourist Train Ticket Purchase Channels Step by Step Guide to Online Booking

How can I purchase and book tickets for the 2027 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? The Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train is a customized luxury travel train operated by the railway, 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 the 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.
🚂 “Yangtze River Delta Star”:A slow-paced cross-country train journey
In today’s fast-paced era, more and more travelers are yearning for a “slow down” in-depth travel experience. In 2027, the “Yangtze River Delta Star” tourist train continues its immersive, comfortable, and relaxing travel features, taking you from the coast of the East China Sea all the way to the northern and southern regions of the Tianshan Mountains. Over 18 days, you will traverse multiple locations in Gansu and Xinjiang, experiencing a Silk Road journey without changing hotels or moving luggage, at a leisurely pace.
🚄 Train Positioning and Overall Configuration
The “Yangtze River Delta Star” is not an ordinary train but a fully functional mobile hotel customized for long-distance travel. The entire train consists of 17 carriages, with a maximum capacity of 240 passengers. All passenger carriages are equipped with private bathrooms, providing a “private space on the move.” The train features dining carriages, kitchen-living carriages, and multi-functional lounge carriages to meet dining, socializing, and leisure needs, making it suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers and family groups who value comfort and convenience.
The train departs from Shanghai and passes through major nodes such as Lanzhou, Korla, Kashgar, Yining, Beitun, and Urumqi before returning to Shanghai, forming a closed-loop itinerary. Currently, boarding is supported at the main station in Shanghai, with specific boarding points to be confirmed in the tour notice.
🛏 ️ Compartment Types Explained
4-berth double/triple compartments (Modern Shanghai Style)
Area:11.34㎡
Bed Type:1.8-meter foldable double bed (flexible switching)

🚂 “Yangtze River Delta Star”: A slow-paced cross-country train journeyConfiguration:Shanghai-style embroidered wall coverings, water bar, bathroom (dry-wet separation), non-slip floor tiles, handrails, emergency call buttons
Capacity:2 or 3 people (depending on room type)
5-berth quadruple compartments (Modern Elegance Style)
Area:6.68㎡
Bed Type:Ergonomic wooden beds (with anti-fall guardrails)
Configuration:Non-slip ladders, under-bed storage, decorative screens, smart magnetic card locks, soundproof doors
Capacity:4 people
All compartments have fixed seats, priced by berth type, with slight price differences between upper and lower berths.
📅 Simple Itinerary and 2027 Departure Dates
According to the route arrangements, the 2027 “Yangtze River Delta Star – Shining Frontier: 18-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour” is available in two versions:

In today’s fast-paced era, more and more travelers are yearning for a “slow down” in-depth travel experience. In 2027, the “Yangtze River Delta Star” tourist train continues its immersive, comfortable, and relaxing travel features, taking you from the coast of the East China Sea all the way to the northern and southern regions of the Tianshan Mountains. Over 18 days, you will traverse multiple locations in Gansu and Xinjiang, experiencing a Silk Road journey without changing hotels or moving luggage, at a leisurely pace.✅ May 17 Departure (without the Duoku Road)
> D1:Gather in Shanghai, board the Yangtze River Delta Star train to start the journey, stay on the train
> D2:The train moves forward, arriving in Lanzhou in the evening, stay at a local hotel in Lanzhou
> D3:Visit the Gansu Provincial Museum and the Yellow River Scenic Line, then take the train to Korla, stay on the train
> D4:Arrive in Korla in the evening, stay at a hotel in Korla
> D5:Tour the Lop Nur Village and the Taklimakan Desert, then take the train to Kashgar, stay on the train
> D6:Head to the Pamir Plateau, visit Karakul Lake, the Stone City, and the Golden Grassland, stay in Tashkurgan
> D7:Visit homes of various ethnic groups, tour the White Sand Lake, return to Kashgar and stay at a hotel
> D8:Explore the Kashgar Old Town, Gaotai Residential Area, and Id Kah Mosque, take the train to Kuqa, stay on the train
> D9:Visit the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, take the train to Yining, stay on the train

🚄 Train Positioning and Overall Configuration> D10:Tour the Nalati Grassland, stay at a hotel in Yining
> D11:Sayram Lake (including lakeside afternoon tea), then take the train to Beitun, stay on the train
> D12:Visit the Hemu Scenic Area, stay in Jiadengyu
> D13:Kanas Scenic Area (including a Kanas Lake boat ride, tours of the Three Bays, and Guanyutai as a complimentary spot), stay in Burqin
> D14:Visit homes of various ethnic groups, the Wucai Beach, enjoy a cold-water fish banquet, take the train to Urumqi, stay on the train
> D15:Tour the Tianshan Tianchi, stay in Urumqi
> D16-17:Return to Shanghai on the train, reminisce about the beautiful scenery of Xinjiang along the way, stay on the train
> D18:Arrive in Shanghai, marking the successful completion of the 18-day journey
✅ June 7, June 27, July 18, August 8, August 28, September 18 Departures (including the Duoku Road section)
> The itinerary is basically the same as the May version, with an additional crossing of the Duoku Road and a visit to the Bayinbuluke Grassland (Nine Curves and Eighteen Bends) on D9. The rest of the schedule remains the same.

The “Yangtze River Delta Star” is not an ordinary train but a fully functional mobile hotel customized for long-distance travel. The entire train consists of 17 carriages, with a maximum capacity of 240 passengers. All passenger carriages are equipped with private bathrooms, providing a “private space on the move.” The train features dining carriages, kitchen-living carriages, and multi-functional lounge carriages to meet dining, socializing, and leisure needs, making it suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers and family groups who value comfort and convenience.Daily sightseeing schedules are reasonably arranged, typically departing in the morning and returning to the train or hotel in the afternoon, allowing ample rest time to avoid travel fatigue.
💰 2027 Pricing Information
The 2027 prices for the “Yangtze River Delta Star” are as follows (subject to contract, prices may vary by departure date):
May 17 Departure
Deluxe Quadruple Compartment Upper Berth:23,999 RMB/person
Deluxe Quadruple Compartment Lower Berth:24,999 RMB/person
Upgraded Double Compartment – Comfort Version:36,999 RMB/person
Upgraded Double Compartment – Premium Version:41,999 RMB/person
Premium Deluxe 2-Person Compartment:55,999 RMB/person
June 7, June 27, July 18, August 8 Departures

The train departs from Shanghai and passes through major nodes such as Lanzhou, Korla, Kashgar, Yining, Beitun, and Urumqi before returning to Shanghai, forming a closed-loop itinerary. Currently, boarding is supported at the main station in Shanghai, with specific boarding points to be confirmed in the tour notice.Upper Berth:25,999 RMB/person | Lower Berth: 26,999 RMB/person
Comfort Version Double:41,999 RMB/person | Premium Version Double: 47,999 RMB/person
Premium Deluxe 2-Person Compartment:60,999 RMB/person
August 28, September 18 Departures
Upper Berth:26,999 RMB/person | Lower Berth: 27,999 RMB/person
Comfort Version Double:43,999 RMB/person | Premium Version Double: 49,999 RMB/person
Premium Deluxe 2-Person Compartment:62,999 RMB/person
> Note:For solo travelers, our agency will do its best to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances will require separate negotiation.
📝 Booking Process
1. Consultation and Selection: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.

🛏️ Compartment Types Explained2. Submit Information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to reserve the intended seats.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay a deposit according to the compartment class and obtain an official travel receipt.
4. Sign Contract: Sign a unified electronic contract regulated by the national tourism authority, carefully verifying details such as itinerary, price, and refund/cancellation terms.
5. Settle Final Payment: Pay the remaining balance 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the tour notice, boarding guide, and luggage list will be issued.
Bookings can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For specific details, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🍽 ️ Reception Standards
Included Items:Accommodation throughout the journey (train + local hotels), first-entry tickets to attractions, Kanas Lake boat ride, Sayram Lake afternoon tea, cold-water fish banquet, home visits to various ethnic groups, all meals (including breakfast), on-tour service personnel, and train operation services.
Excluded Items:Personal expenses, (if incurred), in-scenic-area small transportation, and voluntary self-paid items.
Meals are primarily Chinese, accommodating both northern and southern tastes, with daily dishes not overly greasy or spicy, emphasizing balanced nutrition. Some meals incorporate local specialties, such as cold-water fish and hand-pulled rice, but dietary preferences will be consulted in advance.
> Note:“Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.”

4-berth double/triple compartments (Modern Shanghai Style)🌟 Reception Features
Hassle-Free Accommodation:The train is your hotel, with no need to move luggage throughout the journey.
Specialty Dining:Arrange for experiential dining such as cold-water fish banquets and lakeside afternoon teas.
Leisurely Pace:Daily sightseeing安排 1–2 attractions, with ample time for午休 (noon breaks) and free activities.
Attentive Service:Equipped with on-tour staff to assist with boarding/alighting and attraction explanations.
🆚 Comparative Advantages
Compared to other long-distance travel products, the “Yangtze River Delta Star” offers the following features:
Entirely rail-based travel, reducing car颠簸 (bumps), suitable for travelers uncomfortable with long car rides;
Fellow travelers are mostly retirees or family groups, creating a relaxed atmosphere;
Light and palatable meals, not heavily oily or spicy;

Area: 11.34㎡ The train is equipped with medical emergency support for旅途 (journey) safety;
All luggage travels with the train, truly enabling “travel with just a bag.”
👥 Suitable Groups
Especially recommended for:
Retirees
Travelers uncomfortable with long car rides
Travelers who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth experience
Family groups or friends traveling together
❤ ️ Reasons for Continued Popularity
Since its launch, the “Yangtze River Delta Star” has become a popular choice in the medium-to-long-distance travel market, thanks to its mobile hotel-like experience, no luggage moving, leisurely pace, and meticulous service. It is not just a journey but an extension of a lifestyle—traveling slowly on the rails, pausing amidst the scenery.
For details on specific 2027 departure availability and seat information, please consult customer service Yang Jia at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
How do I book the 2026 Yangtze River Delta Star tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency specializes in premium tourist train booking services, covering luxury trains such as the Splendid Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Henan Riverside. For a premium lay-back travel experience and to book a精品 (high-quality) train journey, contact Manager Yang Jia at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, Mobile/WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle seat reservation and booking, and inquire in real-time about train schedules, remaining berths, and travel itineraries.