2027 Splendid Sichuan Tourism Train Ticket Purchase Guide and Loop Route Tips

【How to Buy Tickets for the 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Train】How to purchase and book tickets for the 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu tourist train?
The 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu tourist train can only be booked through the designated official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be booked independently through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚄 【Slow Journey on the Silk Road · Sleeping Through Xinjiang】2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train — A Moving Chinese-Style Travel Feast
Have you ever thought that travel doesn’t have to be rushed, doesn’t require changing hotels, or packing and unpacking luggage, yet still lets you traverse the Tianshan Mountains from north to south — from snowy peaks and lakes to grasslands and ancient cities — all while immersed in the aesthetic space of Song Dynasty charm and Sichuan brocade? The newly upgraded 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train is a mobile resort space tailor-made for travelers seeking depth, comfort, and cultural experiences. It is not an ordinary train, but a moving light-luxury hotel — silently crossing thousands of miles of territory at night, and leisurely exploring the essence of the Western Regions by day.
I. Detailed Introduction to the Jinxiu Tianfu Train
The Jinxiu Tianfu Train is a special tourist train in China focused on long-distance leisure and slow travel. It is jointly operated by the China Railway system and cultural tourism institutions, positioned as a high-end themed train product. The entire train uses “Sichuan Brocade and Song Dynasty Charm” as its design core, blending Eastern aesthetics with modern living concepts to create an immersive Silk Road cultural journey.
The train adopts the classic model of “traveling at night, sightseeing by day”: passengers sleep comfortably in their cabins, arrive at their destination in the morning for a full day of in-depth exploration, then board the train again in the evening to rest. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently change accommodations or repeatedly move luggage, and it avoids the fatigue of self-driving or conventional group tours. It is especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers who value pace and experience.
As the world’s first tourist train themed on Sichuan Brocade and Song Dynasty charm, the Jinxiu Tianfu Train is not just a mode of transport but a moving cultural exhibition — from the soft furnishings of the carriages and the patterns on tableware to the welcome ceremony and tea break arrangements, every detail reflects the fusion of Song Dynasty elegance and Bashu brocade craftsmanship.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Jinxiu Tianfu Train
The entire train has only 92 seats, strictly controlling passenger capacity to maximize privacy and service quality. All cabins are equipped with private bathrooms, completely eliminating the traditional “green train” problem of queuing to wash up. Two room types are currently available to meet different budgets and space needs:
Jin Ta · Luxury Double Room (13㎡)
Spacious, with sheer fabric soft partitions dividing the rest area and reception area, equipped with Song-style sofas, combination coffee tables, large-capacity storage cabinets, and an in-car mini refrigerator bar. The beds are designed as two separate beds that can be combined, the bathroom features a dry-wet separation design, and the entire room is furnished with custom furniture and high-end toiletries. Suitable for travelers seeking quality and a sense of ceremony.
Jin Wo · Quality Double Room (10㎡)
A cost-effective room option, decorated throughout with Sichuan Brocade and Song Dynasty charm aesthetics, equipped with a foldable single sofa (which can be extended as an extra bed) to accommodate three travelers. Features a dry-wet separated bathroom and multi-functional storage cabinets. Some cabins support the option to split or combine twin beds, balancing practicality and comfort.
Both room types achieve “hotel-grade” accommodation standards. The train runs smoothly and quietly, with constant temperature air conditioning and stable power supply, supporting phone charging and electronic device use — truly realizing “on the train in body, on vacation in mind.”
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Jinxiu Tianfu Train

🚄【Slow Journey on the Silk Road · Sleeping Through Xinjiang】2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train, a moving Chinese-style travel feastWhat makes this journey special is not just “where you go,” but “how you get there” and “how you experience it”:
✅ Dedicated Attendant Service:Professional tour guides and train butlers are provided throughout the journey, offering itinerary explanations, life assistance, emergency response, and other services. Passengers in the Jin Ta room type also enjoy priority boarding, dedicated dining times, and one-on-one butler service.
✅ Cultural Immersion Arrangements:The departure welcome ceremony features a live band performance. Along the way, special activities include exclusive Western Regions cultural heritage classes, Tuvan indigenous music private sessions, and Southern Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage performances, making the trip more than just sightseeing.
✅ Flexible Route Options:Multiple sightseeing options (A/B/C routes) are available each day, allowing travelers to freely combine choices based on interest and physical stamina, avoiding the “one-size-fits-all” group tour approach.
✅ Refined Dining Standards:Main meals are based on local Xinjiang flavors, blended with Sichuan and Cantonese cuisines, with attention to nutritional balance and taste suitability. Tea breaks are often set at scenic spots such as lakesides and grasslands, enhancing the ritual of rest.
✅ Seamless Transportation Connections:The train goes directly to core cities including Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, and Kashgar. Land transfers are handled by dedicated shuttle buses, eliminating the hassle of changing transport.
IV. Simplified Itinerary for the Jinxiu Tianfu Train
The following is the official finalized itinerary, presented strictly according to local facts with appropriate polishing:
Jinxiu Tianfu Train (Panda Train) 2027 Southern and Northern Xinjiang 16-Day 15-Night Itinerary
I. Tianshan Pastoral Song Edition
Departure Dates:May 19, June 5, June 22, July 9, July 26, and October 2, 2027 (October departure does not include the Duku Highway route)
D1 Board the Jinxiu Tianfu Train in Chengdu heading for Urumqi. A grand departure welcome ceremony is held on the train with a live band performance, beginning the luxury Silk Road train journey
D2 Arrive in Urumqi, choose from two routes for sightseeing
Route A:Visit the Xinjiang Museum and the International Grand Bazaar, participate in an exclusive Western Regions cultural heritage class

Have you ever thought that travel doesn’t have to be rushed, doesn’t require changing hotels, or packing and unpacking luggage, yet still lets you traverse the Tianshan Mountains from north to south — from snowy peaks and lakes to grasslands and ancient cities — all while immersed in the aesthetic space of Song Dynasty charm and Sichuan brocade? The newly upgraded 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train is a mobile resort space tailor-made for travelers seeking depth, comfort, and cultural experiences. It is not an ordinary train, but a moving light-luxury hotel — silently crossing thousands of miles of territory at night, and leisurely exploring the essence of the Western Regions by day.Route B:Visit Tianchi Lake on the Tianshan Mountains, enjoying the snowy peaks and the beautiful alpine lake scenery
D3 Travel from Urumqi to Altay
Route A:Travel along the Ahe Highway, exploring Hemu Village in depth
Route B:Stroll through the birch forest of Hemu Village, with an exclusive upscale lakeside tea break
D4 In-depth exploration of Altay
Route A:Rest in Hemu, take a boat cruise on Kanas Lake, enjoy an afternoon tea break, and immerse in a Tuvan indigenous music private session
Route B:Take the Tiejia Highway to Baihaba, visit the Kanas Scenic Area, and enjoy a Tuvan music private session in the evening
D5 Full tour of Kanas, visiting the three classic lake bays in sequence: Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay
D6 Drive to Ili, choose from three special routes
Route A:Circumnavigate Sayram Lake
Route B:Circumnavigate Sayram Lake
Route C:Travel along the Yizhao Highway, visit Jade Lake, enjoy a special sunset dinner by the lakeside, and take a custom boat cruise on the lake
D7 In-depth exploration of Ili grasslands, choose one of three
Route A:Encounter the Tianshan flower sea and visit Nalati Grassland

I. Detailed Introduction to the Jinxiu Tianfu TrainRoute B:Explore Kalajun Grassland, take a light grassland hike, and enjoy an evening grassland bonfire party
Route C:Hike to explore the snowy river valley of Xiata Ancient Road
D8 Continue exploring Ili, choose one of three
Route A:Visit Nalati Grassland, then head to Bayanbulak Town
Route B:Explore Kuerdening’s primeval forest grassland
Route C:Visit Sayram Lake a second time to enjoy the lake views at different times of day
D9 Travel from Ili to Kuqa, choose one of three
Route A:Cross the Duku Highway, visit the Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan, with dedicated rest and tea breaks along the way

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Route B:Visit the Kucha Museum and stroll through the old city of Kuqa
Route C:Visit the Kucha Museum and stroll through the old city of Kuqa
D10 One day in Kuqa, choose one of three
Route A:Visit the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves and the Kucha Museum
Route B:Visit the Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan, enjoy a rest and tea break, and visit the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves
Route C:Visit the Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan, enjoy a rest and tea break, and visit the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves

The Jinxiu Tianfu Train is a special tourist train in China focused on long-distance leisure and slow travel. It is jointly operated by the China Railway system and cultural tourism institutions, positioned as a high-end themed train product. The entire train uses “Sichuan Brocade and Song Dynasty Charm” as its design core, blending Eastern aesthetics with modern living concepts to create an immersive Silk Road cultural journey.D11 Take the train to Kashgar, enter the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Lake, and enjoy a Southern Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage special performance
D12 Depart from Kashgar for Karakul Lake, visit local ethnic families, and experience the plateau folk customs
D13 Tour Kashgar city, visit Id Kah Mosque, and stroll through the streets of Kashgar Old City to experience the local atmosphere of Southern Xinjiang
D14 Board the Jinxiu Tianfu Train in Kashgar for the return journey to Chengdu, enjoying leisurely train vacation time
D15 On the return train, hold a travel story sharing session, reminiscing together about the wonderful moments of the Xinjiang trip
D16 The train arrives in Chengdu or Lanzhou, marking the successful conclusion of the entire journey, with airport drop-off service provided
II. Golden Autumn Song Edition
Departure Dates:August 29 and September 15, 2027
The itinerary is highly consistent with the Tianshan Pastoral Song Edition, with slight seasonal differences in grassland flower periods and lake light experiences. It also covers the core scenic areas of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, highlighting the autumn foliage and cultural atmosphere.
> Note:The above itinerary time points are for reference only. Actual participation may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, scenic area availability, visitor pace, and other factors. The specific arrangements for the day shall prevail.
V. 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Train Departure Dates and Price Information
According to the latest official pre-sale information, bookings for the 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Train are now fully open, with multiple departures throughout the year and denser scheduling during peak season. The price structure is as follows (strictly quoted from local facts):
Tianshan Pastoral Song Route
Departure Dates:May 19, June 5, June 22, July 9, July 26, and October 2, 2027 (October departure does not include the Duku Highway route)

The train adopts the classic model of “traveling at night, sightseeing by day”: passengers sleep comfortably in their cabins, arrive at their destination in the morning for a full day of in-depth exploration, then board the train again in the evening to rest. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently change accommodations or repeatedly move luggage, and it avoids the fatigue of self-driving or conventional group tours. It is especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers who value pace and experience.Jin Ta Luxury Double Room (13㎡, 3-room layout):RMB 108,880/person
Jin Wo Quality Double Room (10㎡, 4-room layout):RMB 79,880/person
Golden Autumn Song Route
Departure Dates:August 29 and September 15, 2027
Jin Ta Luxury Double Room (13㎡, 3-room layout):RMB 108,880/person
Jin Wo Quality Double Room (10㎡, 4-room layout):RMB 89,880/person
The above prices include 15 nights of train accommodation, all transportation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, special meals, land transfers, tour guide services, and travel insurance — an all-inclusive package covering all designated services in the itinerary. Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and departure date. The contract signed by both parties shall prevail.
VI. How to Book and Register for the Jinxiu Tianfu Train — Where and How to Buy Tickets
If you want to ride the Jinxiu Tianfu Train, here’s your ticket-buying guide 👇
The Jinxiu Tianfu Train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product. It is not sold separately through public platforms such as 12306 and must be booked through officially authorized travel agencies.
The booking process is as follows:
📞 Contact for Consultation:Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409. You can get detailed information about the itinerary, room types, prices, and seat availability.
📅 Choose Your Travel Product:Based on your personal schedule and preferences, select your departure date and room type.
📄 Submit Personal Information:Provide the names and valid ID information of all travelers for seat reservation and real-name registration.

As the world’s first tourist train themed on Sichuan Brocade and Song Dynasty charm, the Jinxiu Tianfu Train is not just a mode of transport but a moving cultural exhibition — from the soft furnishings of the carriages and the patterns on tableware to the welcome ceremony and tea break arrangements, every detail reflects the fusion of Song Dynasty elegance and Bashu brocade craftsmanship.💳 Complete the Booking Procedures:Pay the deposit, sign the unified electronic contract for tourism service supervision, and complete the booking.
June to September is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang each year, and train seats are in high demand. It is recommended to consult and pay the deposit 3-6 months in advance to secure your preferred berth. Please use official channels and beware of unauthorized agents.
VII. Fees and Service Information for the Jinxiu Tianfu Train
This product is an all-inclusive tourist train service covering all designated items in the itinerary. The fees include:
15 nights of accommodation on the train (cabins with private bathrooms)
First admission tickets to all scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Main meals and special tea breaks
Land transfer shuttle buses and professional tour guide services
Travel accident insurance
Items not included:Personal expenses, optional experience items (such as additional photography services, souvenir purchases, etc.), and room coordination for solo travelers (for solo registrations, our agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation).
All service content, fee standards, and rights coverage are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. For a detailed service list, you may request an electronic copy of the itinerary handbook from customer service.
VIII. Conclusion: We Invite You to a Moving Chinese-Style Appointment
As the train slowly pulls out of Chengdu Station, outside the window are endless mountains and rivers, and inside are Song Dynasty elegance and flowing Sichuan brocade — the Jinxiu Tianfu Train doesn’t just take you to see Xinjiang; it lets you “live in the scenery and travel through culture.”
Instead of rushing through check-ins, why not slow down and, over 16 days, measure the Tianshan Mountains from north to south with your steps and converse with a thousand years of Silk Road history with your heart. Seats for 2027 are being released now — the earlier you inquire, the more at ease you’ll be.
📩 Contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center now (0991-3333832 / 132-0133-3409) to receive the electronic itinerary handbook and begin your train booking journey. This journey is worth looking forward to.
The 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu tourist train can only be booked through the designated official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be booked independently through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409.