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I just took my parents on the Tianshan tourist train last year, so there's no need to worry too much about accommodation! I chose a soft sleeper 4-person private room for my parents. The private room is quite spacious, not as crowded as a regular train soft sleeper. The bed width is also sufficient, so parents won't feel cramped lying down. The key is that the sound insulation effect of the carriage is good, there is not much noise when driving at night, and my parents can sleep soundly even with light sleep. And the soft sleeper compartments are located at both ends of the carriage, not too far from the bathroom and washing area, and not too close to be disturbed. There is also a small window next to the berth, which allows you to enjoy the scenery along the way during the day and is particularly private when you close the curtains at night. My parents said it's much more comfortable than they imagined. After playing every day, they can rest in bed for a while to recover their energy, and there have been no cases of poor sleep. I suggest you go to the foot sports tourism special train to learn about the Tianshan Express. They provide a more detailed introduction, which is much better than you imagine.
I took my parents on the Tianshan last year, and the overall rhythm was particularly relaxed. The elders were definitely able to adapt! In my impression, most of the trips depart in the afternoon or evening, such as those to Beitun and Jinghe South. During the day, they visit scenic spots and rest before getting on the train. At night, they sleep on the train without any delay. At that time, my parents didn't have to wake up early every morning to catch the bus. They would leisurely set off for the scenic spots after breakfast, and no one would rush them to play. When they were tired, they would take a break. Time on the train is not boring either. My parents either take a look at the scenery outside the window or rest in the private room, occasionally chatting with people in the same room without feeling rushed. Throughout the entire journey, my parents never complained about being tired and even said it was much more comfortable than traveling with a regular tour group. If you want to know the specific timetable of the Tianshan train, you can also go to the foot travel special train to do a guide, they have complete information.
I just came back from taking the Tianshan tourist train last month, and I don't have to worry about meals at all. Most of them are included in the cost, so I don't have to spend any extra money, which is very worry free! The whole journey starts at 12 am and ends at 19 am. Breakfast is either brought by the hotel or a box lunch on the train. There are Congee, eggs and steamed buns, which are light and full. And it's not just about meals, the contents included in the ticket almost cover most of the expenses. In addition, in order to enrich the itinerary, some self selected and self paying items have been added. If interested, you can pay to participate, but these are not mandatory. You can go to the foot travel special train to take a look. They have listed the cost details, so you can prepare in advance and be prepared.
Booking the Tianshan Xinjiang tourist train is not at all troublesome! I just booked my ticket for the Tianshan train last week, and it took me less than half an hour to complete the journey. I recommend you to book it on the foot travel special train, which is an official agency for the Tianshan train and other special trains. It is particularly reliable. Their page is very clear, and you can also click on the online consultation to ask customer service. I quickly replied after asking the customer service, asking about the number of people traveling, whether there are elderly or children, and preferred room types. Then they directly sent me the booking link and a list of required documents to fill in.
Are you asking about the free admission for 70 year old passengers on the Tianshan special train? I just took my 73 year old parents on the Tianshan Express last year. The 70 year old is not free of charge, but there is a discounted ticket refund. Those over 65 can get a refund of 700 yuan, which can also save some money. Taking the elderly on a special train is really hassle free! You don't have to check the route of the scenic spots or book hotels by yourself. The tour guide follows you throughout the journey, and everything from pick-up to drop off is arranged clearly. My parents are not as physically strong as young people, so the tour guide will deliberately slow down the pace of the itinerary. For example, when playing in Tianchi and Nalati grasslands in Tianshan, they will point out the rest area in advance, so that they can rest for a while when they are tired, without having to rush, which is much easier than planning on their own. You can go to the foot sports tourism special train to see the introduction of this special train, which is written very clearly and has many aging friendly renovations.
Let me tell you how to play on the Tianshan Express in Xinjiang! The Tianshan Express is a mode of playing during the day and lying down at night. My friends and I just experienced it and it was tailor-made for Xinjiang tourism! We chose a bunk double room, and after breakfast at the hotel or on a special train every morning, we would follow the tour guide to check in at popular attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi and Kanas, leaving enough time for 3-5 hours of sightseeing without rushing. After playing until evening and returning to the special train, you can go to the bar to sing and relax in the massage chair after dinner. The special train quietly travels in the middle of the night, and when you wake up, you will arrive at the next destination without wasting any time. You can go to the foot sports tourism special train to see their itinerary, which clearly outlines the daily itinerary.
My spouse and I just returned from the Tianshan train last month. At first, we thought the ticket price for the Tianshan train was not low, but after calculating, we found that it was really worth it! We chose a soft sleeper with a private room for 4 people, priced at over 10000 yuan per person. Although it may seem a bit more expensive than regular group tours, it includes transportation for the 13 day itinerary, 12 mornings and 19 nights, attraction tickets, and accommodation, with no hidden expenses. If it were a traditional group tour, one would have to spend a lot of money just on round-trip transportation and scenic spot tickets, and also have to worry about their own meals and accommodation. After all, the Tianshan Express is actually more cost-effective, with a good value for money. You can go on the foot travel special train to calculate this account. They have clearly written down the details of the expenses included, which is really cost-effective.
It will definitely catch all the essence scenic spots in the north and south of Xinjiang! I just took the Tianshan train for a 15 day trip this spring, and when I came back to organize my photos, I found that I hardly missed any must visit check-in spots. Starting from Urumqi, first go to Tianchi in Tianshan Mountains to see the high mountain pearls surrounded by snow capped mountains. Then head north to Kanas, the morning mist of Shenxian Bay, the S-shaped river channel of Moon Bay, and the primitive wooden houses in Hemu Village. All the pictures taken are wallpaper level, and you can see the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang! You can take a look at the detailed introduction of the 15 day tour on the Xinjiang Tianshan special train for foot sports tourism. The itinerary is well arranged.
I'll tell you where to register for the Tianshan train. My wife and I just booked the Tianshan train last month, so we don't have to worry about the whole journey. Just find the foot moving travel special train to book the tickets! We called their official booking hotline 023-8872 1881, and the staff were very patient. After asking about our travel time and preferences, they recommended a soft sleeper 4-person private room suitable for the elderly. They also explained the entire itinerary, including food, accommodation, and transportation arrangements - from picking up at Ulumuqi station to tourist attraction tickets, daily bus transfers, and even the time difference reminder for Xinjiang. After booking the tickets, they directly sent me the detailed itinerary and precautions on my phone, which was extremely worry free.
My husband and I just finished checking the train numbers for the Tianshan train before National Day last month, so it's very convenient to directly search for the foot travel special train! We called their official phone number 023-8872 1881, and when the staff heard that we wanted to book a flight for the end of September, they immediately reported three different available special trains, explaining the departure time, passing stations, and arrival time at each destination. They also synchronized the remaining tickets for each train, helping us analyze which train is more suitable for connecting to annual leave. They were particularly professional.