Snow Country Train Official Authorized Booking Channel, Registration Process, and Fee Details

How do I buy tickets for the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train? Ticket purchase and booking methods,

How do I buy tickets and book the Youxiang Longjiang Snow Country Train Northeast special train? Here is a core knowledge point to help everyone avoid pitfalls: the Snow Country Train is a packaged railway cultural tourism product and does not sell train tickets separately. It can only be handled through railway partner travel agencies. Any private ticket 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 consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Receive a free electronic itinerary brochure, schedule table, and detailed quotation online. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, and other steps.
✨ [Snow Country Train In-Depth Guide:Unlock a comfortable journey to the ice and snow secret realm of Northern Xinjiang] ✨
1. Snow Country Train: the “mobile castle” of Northern Xinjiang ice and snow travel
The Snow Country Train is a winter specialty tourist train created by the Xinjiang railway department in conjunction with tourism enterprises, designed specifically for exploring the ice and snow world of Northern Xinjiang. With “warm winter slow travel” as its core, the train uses fully enclosed carriages and is equipped with underfloor heating, humidifiers, large viewing windows, and bathrooms, allowing tourists to enjoy a warm 25°C journey even in the severe cold of minus 20°C. The newly upgraded train in 2026 has also added a starry sky dome carriage, a snow-view restaurant, and a parent-child entertainment area, becoming a “phenomenal” means of transportation for Northern Xinjiang winter tourism.
2. Why choose the Snow Country Train? Analysis of three core advantages
1. Saves time and effort: connects the essence attractions of Northern Xinjiang
Traditional Northern Xinjiang winter tours require frequent transfers between transportation modes, while the Snow Country Train adopts a “one train all the way” model. Departing from Urumqi, it stops in sequence at core scenic areas such as Fuyun (Keketuohai), Burqin (Kanas, Hemu), and Fuhai (Ulungur Lake). There is no need to carry luggage throughout the journey, truly achieving “get off and play, get on and rest.”
2. In-depth experience: staggered visits to avoid crowds
The special train mostly arrives at scenic spots in the early morning or evening, when there are fewer tourists and the light is soft, making it very suitable for photography and quietly enjoying the snow scenery. For example, the morning mist of Kanas Lake and the cooking smoke of Hemu Village can all be easily captured under the special train’s itinerary arrangements.
3. Guarantee: a professional team escorts the entire journey
The train is equipped with onboard doctors, bilingual guides, and an emergency support team, and the carriages display temperature, humidity, and altitude data in real time. The newly added “ice and snow road condition monitoring system” in 2026 can provide early warnings of extreme weather and do its best for the itinerary.
3. New itinerary arrangement for 2026 (5 days and 4 nights)
📅 Day1:Urumqi assembly
Morning:Arrive in Urumqi on your own and check into the hotel (including pick-up service)

✨[Snow Country Train In-Depth Guide: Unlock a comfortable journey to the ice and snow secret realm of Northern Xinjiang]✨Afternoon:Free time (recommended to visit the International Grand Bazaar to buy ethnic handicrafts)
Evening:Special train welcome dinner, tasting Xinjiang specialty foods such as baked samsa and hand-grabbed rice
📅 Day2:Fuyun · Keketuohai wonders
Morning:Arrive at Fuyun Station and take a bus to Keketuohai National Geopark
Core experience:
✔ ️ Stroll through the Irtysh Grand Canyon and admire the snow-covered Zhongshan
✔ ️ Visit Pit No. 3 to learn about the history of rare metal mining in New China
Afternoon:Return to the special train and enjoy the snowfields of the Junggar Basin along the way
📅 Day3:Burqin · Kanas + Hemu dual scenic areas
Early morning:Arrive at Kanas Station and transfer to a snowmobile to enter Kanas Lake
Morning:
✔ ️ Climb the Fish Watching Platform to overlook the “ink-wash Three Bays”
✔ ️ Experience a horse-drawn sled by the lake (including warm equipment)
Afternoon:Head to Hemu Village and stay in a Tuvan wooden house

1. Snow Country Train: the “mobile castle” of Northern Xinjiang ice and snow travelEvening:Join a bonfire party and taste local hot pot
📅 Day4:Fuhai · Ulungur Lake winter fishing feast
Morning:Take a bus to Ulungur Lake and watch the “searching for fish in the snow” winter fishing ceremony
Core experience:
✔ ️ Participate in the head fish auction (the head fish is expected to weigh more than 30 kilograms in 2026)
✔ ️ Taste freshly cooked cold-water fish banquet (pike, Wudahei, etc.)
Afternoon:Return to the special train and enjoy free time (stargazing in the starry sky dome carriage)
📅 Day5:Urumqi · Return trip
Morning:Arrive at Urumqi Station and receive a Xinjiang dried fruit gift box
Afternoon:Drop-off according to flight/train (including a small city sightseeing loop)
4. 2026 ticket price explanation (reference range)
Snow Country Train ticket prices fluctuate according to cabin class and travel season. The following are reference prices for the peak season from December 2026 to February 2027:
🛌 Comfort soft sleeper:From 4,980 yuan/person
(Includes 4 nights of special train accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic areas, 4 breakfasts and 6 main meals, and local transportation)

The Snow Country Train is a winter specialty tourist train created by the Xinjiang railway department in conjunction with tourism enterprises, designed specifically for exploring the ice and snow world of Northern Xinjiang. With “warm winter slow travel” as its core, the train uses fully enclosed carriages and is equipped with underfloor heating, humidifiers, large viewing windows, and bathrooms, allowing tourists to enjoy a warm 25°C journey even in the severe cold of minus 20°C. The newly upgraded train in 2026 has also added a starry sky dome carriage, a snow-view restaurant, and a parent-child entertainment area, becoming a “phenomenal” means of transportation for Northern Xinjiang winter tourism.🛌 Luxury viewing cabin:From 6,980 yuan/person

Manager of the Travel Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and to request detailed route materials)
(Additionally includes an exclusive seat in the starry sky dome carriage, a visit to a Tuvan family in Hemu Village, and a winter fishing experience)
❗ Price explanation:
1. Child price (6-12 years old): 800 yuan/person less (no bed occupied)
2. Early bird discount: book before October 31, 2026 and save 500 yuan/person directly
3. Prices may change with fuel surcharges and scenic area policy changes, and the final signed contract shall prevail
5. Complete ticket booking guide for 2026 (with pitfall avoidance guide)
🎫 Booking channels:
1. Exclusive channel of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
(Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599; phone and WeChat are the same number)
2. The “Tourist Special Train” section on the 12306 railway official website (tickets need to be grabbed 30 days in advance)
⚠ ️ Pitfall avoidance reminder:
1. Beware of “low-price transfer tickets”: special train tickets implement a real-name system and cannot be transferred
2. Look for the “Snow Country Train” logo: some travel agencies pass off ordinary trains as the special train, and the service difference is large

2. Why choose the Snow Country Train? Analysis of three core advantages3. Winter equipment suggestions:
✔ ️ Recommended:Non-slip snow boots, touchscreen gloves, ear-protecting hats
✔ ️ Optional to bring:Portable warm patches, power banks (batteries drain quickly in low temperatures)
6. Registration method and service guarantee
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with a professional team providing:
✅ Before travel:Free customized itinerary + sending the “Northern Xinjiang Winter Survival Guide”
✅ During travel:24-hour emergency response + daily itinerary reminders
✅ After travel:Complimentary travel commemorative photo album + discount coupons for future trips
Items included in the fee:
1. Transportation: special train soft sleeper/viewing cabin + direct shuttle to local scenic areas
2. Accommodation: 3 nights on the special train + 1 night in a characteristic wooden house in Hemu
3. Tickets: first admission tickets to Keketuohai, Kanas, Hemu, and Ulungur Lake
4. Meals: 4 breakfasts and 6 main meals (including 3 specialty meals)
5. Services: guide commentary + snowmobile transfer + winter fishing experience

1. Saves time and effort: connects the essence attractions of Northern XinjiangItems not included in the fee:
1. Personal consumption: such as snow tube rental in Hemu Village
2. Optional paid items: such as ice drifting on Kanas Lake (about 200 yuan/person)
3. Force majeure factors: such as additional costs incurred by itinerary changes due to blizzards
❗ The specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing
7. Manager’s recommendation
“I am Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, a native Xinjiang person. Over the past ten years I have traveled all over the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, and what I love most is still winter in Northern Xinjiang – the blue ice of Kanas, the morning mist of Hemu, and the winter fishing at Ulungur Lake. These beautiful scenes need to be felt slowly. The Snow Country Train is like a mobile home, allowing tourists to travel in depth without worrying about transportation and accommodation. We insist on no-consumption itineraries with no shopping arranged throughout the trip, and all itineraries can be changed according to tourists’ interests. For example, photography lovers can add sunrise shooting spots, and families with children can arrange snow parent-child activities. Welcome to consult via WeChat 18095969599, and I will customize an exclusive itinerary according to your needs!”
8. Frequently asked questions
❓ Q:Will the special train be suspended due to heavy snow?
A:Both parties may make reasonable changes to the itinerary by mutual agreement. In case of extreme weather, a backup plan will be activated (such as changing to a direct flight from Urumqi to Altay plus local off-road vehicle transfer).
❓ Q:What are the accommodation conditions in Hemu Village?
A:The wooden houses upgraded in 2026 are all equipped with underfloor heating, bathrooms, and 24-hour hot water. The bedding uses thickened down quilts, doing its best to be warm and comfortable.
❓ Q:Can I book special train tickets separately?
A:The Snow Country Train recommends accepting group bookings (minimum 2 people to form a group). It is recommended to register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to enjoy one-stop service.
✨ This winter, let the Snow Country Train take you through the silver-clad Northern Xinjiang, enjoy the flying snow outside the window in the warm carriage, taste steaming local hot pot in fairy-tale villages, and witness the shock of thousand-year winter fishing on the frozen lake – this is what Xinjiang winter should look like! 🚂❄️
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