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How do you buy tickets and book for the Jinxiu Dongfang? The Jinxiu Dongfang is a luxury tourist train customized by the railway; it does not open a ticket purchasing channel on 12306, and seats are uniformly allocated by legitimate partner cultural tourism institutions. To sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison at the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle registration and berth selection, contract signing and sign-up, and real-time inquiries about schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
[Jinxiu Dongfang] In-depth Xinjiang Tour:A slow journey on a “moving five-star hotel” 🚂
Train introduction:Redefining Xinjiang travel as a “mobile palace”
While traditional special trains are still competing over “more berths and lower prices,” the Jinxiu Dongfang stands out with its positioning of “low density, high privacy, and full service.” This high-end special train, recommended to carry 66 passengers, uses 18 carriages to create a “moving five-star hotel”—11 luxury double-occupancy living carriages, 2 dining carriages, 1 kitchen-living carriage, 1 multi-functional welcome carriage, 1 entertainment and sightseeing carriage, and even camping cars and power-generating cars, making it worthy of being called a “land cruise ship.”
Unlike traditional green trains, the Jinxiu Dongfang focuses on “sightseeing by day, traveling by night”: during the day tourists get off the train for in-depth sightseeing, and at night the train travels slowly, which saves time and avoids the fatigue of long-distance bus rides. More importantly, all guest rooms are private double rooms equipped with bathrooms with dry-wet separation, solving the pain point of many special trains where “multiple people share a bathroom.”
Compartment reveal:Panda theme vs. Han-style theme, a “mobile suite” full of details
The 11 accommodation carriages at the core of the train are each recommended to have 3 luxury double rooms, with an area of about 13.8 square meters, equivalent to 1.5 times an ordinary hotel standard room. The compartments are divided into two styles:

[Jinxiu Dongfang] In-depth Xinjiang Tour: A slow journey on a “moving five-star hotel” 🚂Panda theme:With black, white, and gray as the main color tones, the wall above the bed is painted with adorable pandas, suitable for families with children or young tourists;
Han-style theme:Using traditional colors such as vermilion red and indigo blue, paired with cloud patterns and fret patterns, it is more favored by middle-aged and elderly tourists.
Each compartment is equipped with twin beds that can be separated or combined (suitable for couples or friends traveling together), a reception sofa, and a small refrigerator. Full-length large windows bring the scenery of Kanas Lake and Sayram Lake “to your door.” Even more thoughtful is that some carriages also have attendant rest seats, striving to provide 24-hour service response.
Current boarding locations:Recommended limited to Chengdu Station (subject to the contract). The train departs from Chengdu, runs through northern and southern Xinjiang, and finally returns to Chengdu, with no need to transfer to other transportation throughout the journey.
2027 itinerary and schedules:16 days to fully explore Xinjiang, with a pace so slow it feels “like being at home”
According to the latest schedules, the Jinxiu Dongfang has a total of 8 departure dates in 2027, divided into three categories:
Duku Highway opening period (June-July):June 3, June 20, July 7, July 24 (can cross “China’s most beautiful highway”);

Train introduction: Redefining Xinjiang travel as a “mobile palace”Autumn scenery period:August 27, September 13 (the autumn colors of Kanas and Hemu are worthy of being called “an overturned palette”);
Regular period:May 17, September 30 (avoiding peak crowds, with higher cost-effectiveness).
Taking the August 27 autumn scenery period as an example, the 16-day itinerary is arranged as follows:
D1-D2:Board the train in Chengdu, choose one of two in Urumqi (Museum + Ferghana Horse Base / Tianshan Tianchi);
D3-D5:Choose 1 of 3 routes in Altay (Route A includes the three bays of Kanas and a Tuvan concert; Route B goes deep into Baihaba; Route C upgrades to an off-road vehicle to see border pastures);
D6-D10:Choose 1 of 3 routes in Ili + Kuqa (Route A takes the Duku Highway, visiting Nalati and Sayram Lake; Route B explores Qiongkushitai; Route C experiences the Yizhao Highway);
D11-D13:Choose 1 of 3 routes in Kashgar & Pamir Plateau (Route A watches eagle dance of all ethnic groups; Route B challenges the Panlong Ancient Road; Route C participates in a folk wedding of all ethnic groups);

While traditional special trains are still competing over “more berths and lower prices,” the Jinxiu Dongfang stands out with its positioning of “low density, high privacy, and full service.” This high-end special train, recommended to carry 66 passengers, uses 18 carriages to create a “moving five-star hotel”—11 luxury double-occupancy living carriages, 2 dining carriages, 1 kitchen-living carriage, 1 multi-functional welcome carriage, 1 entertainment and sightseeing carriage, and even camping cars and power-generating cars, making it worthy of being called a “land cruise ship.”D14-D16:Return to Chengdu, rest, enjoy the scenery, and participate in activities on the train.
Daily sightseeing time is about 6-8 hours, and the rest of the time is spent resting or free activities on the train, completely saying goodbye to “rush-style travel.”
Price explanation:One price includes designated items within the itinerary; the autumn scenery period is 20,000 more expensive but “worth the ticket price”
2027 prices are divided into two categories:
Regular schedules (6 dates including May 17 and June 3):Luxury double room 138,888 yuan/seat; Premier carriage (whole private carriage, maximum 6 people) 888,888 yuan/carriage;
Autumn scenery schedules (August 27, September 13):Luxury double room 158,888 yuan/seat; Premier carriage 988,888 yuan/carriage.

Unlike traditional green trains, the Jinxiu Dongfang focuses on “sightseeing by day, traveling by night”: during the day tourists get off the train for in-depth sightseeing, and at night the train travels slowly, which saves time and avoids the fatigue of long-distance bus rides. More importantly, all guest rooms are private double rooms equipped with bathrooms with dry-wet separation, solving the pain point of many special trains where “multiple people share a bathroom.”The price includes 15 nights of accommodation, full-board meals throughout the journey, attraction tickets, special train transportation, and guide services. It does not include personal consumption and (for single sign-ups, every effort will be made to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require negotiation). Prices may fluctuate with schedules, subject to the contract.
Booking process:Done in 5 steps, with full service from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Consultation and selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the departure date, itinerary route, seat type, and remaining availability;
Submit information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the intended seats;
Pay deposit:Pay the deposit according to the compartment class and obtain an official travel receipt;
Sign contract:Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and check the itinerary, price, and cancellation/change clauses;
Settle the balance:Pay the remaining fee 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and packing list will be issued.

Compartment reveal: Panda theme vs. Han-style theme, a “mobile suite” full of detailsReception standards:From “eating” to “lodging,” details determine the experience
Included items:15 nights of special train accommodation + local high-end hotels/boutique homestays, full-board meals throughout the journey, first admission tickets to attractions, special train transportation, and guide services;
Not included items:Personal consumption, voluntarily participated entertainment items;
Special meals:Cold-water fish banquet, Kazakh home visit meal, folk banquet of all ethnic groups, etc. Meal standards are implemented according to local high standards, mainly light flavors with a small number of slightly spicy dishes; changes can be communicated to customer service in advance;
Dining capacity:The dining carriage has 2-4 person tables and semi-enclosed booths to meet different social needs.
Reception features:“100 more details” than ordinary special trains
Accommodation:Special train compartment bathrooms + local high-end hotels, avoiding the gap of “good accommodation on the train but poor accommodation at hotels”;

The 11 accommodation carriages at the core of the train are each recommended to have 3 luxury double rooms, with an area of about 13.8 square meters, equivalent to 1.5 times an ordinary hotel standard room. The compartments are divided into two styles:Dining:At least 2 local specialty dishes per meal, rejecting “group meal big-pot cooking”;
Service:Each accommodation carriage is equipped with 1 dedicated attendant, responding to needs 24 hours a day;
Medical care:A basic medical kit is provided with the group, and green channels are established with hospitals along the route.
Comparative advantages:Why choose the Jinxiu Dongfang?
Healthier dining:Ordinary special train meals are heavy on oil and spice, while the Jinxiu Dongfang focuses on light flavors, suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists;
More relaxed pace:Daily sightseeing time is reasonable, and on the train you can rest, enjoy the scenery, and participate in activities, avoiding “sleeping on the bus and taking photos off the bus”;

Panda theme: With black, white, and gray as the main color tones, the wall above the bed is painted with adorable pandas, suitable for families with children or young tourists;More thoughtful service:A doctor with the group, dedicated attendants, and electronic contract protection solve worries;
More worry-free transportation:No need to change vehicles or move luggage throughout the journey; luggage can stay in the compartment the whole time, truly “traveling light.”
Suitable groups:These tourists can choose the Jinxiu Dongfang with their eyes closed
Retired elderly:Slow pace, detailed service, and guaranteed medical care;
Tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods:The special train is stable, and you can move freely in the compartment;
Family trips:Panda-themed and Han-style themed compartments meet different needs;
Photography enthusiasts:Panoramic windows + in-depth stays make it easy to take great photos.

Han-style theme: Using traditional colors such as vermilion red and indigo blue, paired with cloud patterns and fret patterns, it is more favored by middle-aged and elderly tourists.Reasons for popularity:Using “high-end” to solve “pain points”
The popularity of the Jinxiu Dongfang essentially solves the three major pain points of traditional Xinjiang travel:
Fatigue from long-distance rides:Day sightseeing and night travel mode: play during the day, sleep at night, saving time and being comfortable;
Poor accommodation conditions:Special train compartments + local high-end hotels, a “five-star experience” throughout;
Itinerary too rushed:It is recommended to arrange 1-2 core attractions per day, with in-depth sightseeing and no perfunctory treatment.
As tourist Aunt Li said:“In the past, when I joined a tour group to Xinjiang, I got up at 6 every day, rushed for 3 hours, played for 1 hour, and then left. This time on the Jinxiu Dongfang, I slept until I woke up naturally every day, and could play at attractions as long as I wanted. Even the guide patiently waited for us to take photos. This is real travel!”
Contact information
If you need to know the specific 2027 schedules, remaining availability, or customized itineraries, you can contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service will provide a detailed itinerary, price list, and contract template according to your needs, striving for “clear consumption and worry-free travel.”
How to sign up for the 2027 Jinxiu Dongfang luxury tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency mainly provides high-end tourist special train booking services, covering light luxury special trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Jinxiu Dongfang, Chengdu, Baiyun, New Oriental Express, Shifang, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. If you want to lie down and travel in light luxury and experience boutique special train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle berth selection and seat reservation, contract signing and sign-up, and real-time inquiries about special train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries.