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[Jinxiu Tianfu Train] How to buy tickets, purchase, and book the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Train?
In 2026, the Jinxiu Tianfu Train must be booked through a professional and legitimate railway channel — the Xinjiang Tanluzhe International Travel Agency · Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Legitimate registration channel: Xinjiang Tanluzhe International Travel Agency Train Center Manager Maizi, 24-hour consultation and registration
🚂 [Jinxiu Tianfu Train:Start an in-depth slow tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with a “mobile living space”]
I. Train positioning and core experience
As China’s first special tourist train focused on “residence-style slow travel,” Jinxiu Tianfu Train redefines the comfort standard for long-distance travel with its innovative model of “running at night, sightseeing during the day.” The train uses custom-designed all-soft-sleeper carriages, with no need to change accommodation throughout the journey. Travelers complete a 16-day in-depth round trip through Northern and Southern Xinjiang in mobile “star-rated rooms,” with average daily travel time controlled within 6 hours. During the day, they can focus on visiting core scenic areas such as Kanas and Sayram Lake; at night, the train crosses magnificent landscapes such as the Gobi and snow mountains, achieving the unique experience of “sleeping within the scenery, waking within a painting.”
The train mainly targets three groups:
▸ Seniors:No need to endure long-distance bus bumping; bathrooms and 24-hour hot water supply meet the needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers
▸ Families:Parent-child compartments are equipped with locks and constant-temperature air conditioning, and offer customized children’s meals
▸ Photography enthusiasts:The itinerary specially reserves time slots for sunrise and starry-sky photography; when the train stops, charging ports and tripod storage areas are provided
II. Seat configuration and hardware advantages
The train offers two types of compartments, both equipped with scenic windows, humidifiers, and emergency medical kits:
▸ Brocade Couch · Luxury Double Room (3 per train, 13㎡)
Configuration:1.5m latex mattress, smart toilet, mini bar (including Xinjiang specialty dried fruit)
Facilities:270° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, Bose speakers, walk-in closet (including ironing board)

🚂[Jinxiu Tianfu Train: Start an in-depth slow tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with a “mobile living space”]Features:Daily seasonal flowers and handwritten welcome cards, with nighttime sleep-aid aromatherapy service
▸ Brocade Rest · Quality Double Room (4 per train, 10㎡)
Configuration:1.2m memory foam mattress, dry-wet separated bathroom, safe
Facilities:180° scenic window, USB charging ports (2 per bed), luggage fixing rack
Features:Daily replenishment of Xinjiang local yogurt and naan, with basic photography equipment cleaning service
Hardware advantages:
▸ The entire train uses silent shock-absorption technology, with operating noise below 45 decibels
▸ The water supply system uses three-stage filtration, and direct drinking water meets mineral water standards
▸ Equipped with AED emergency equipment and onboard medical staff, with emergency call buttons in each carriage
III. Service quality and itinerary highlights
🍽 ️ Catering standards:
Main meals:6 dishes + 1 soup + seasonal fruit, including 20 Xinjiang specialty dishes such as big plate chicken and baked samsa in rotation

I. Train positioning and core experienceAfternoon tea:Every day at 15:00 in the scenic dining car, nut platters and rose tea are served
Welcome banquet:At Beitun Station, a thousand-person whole roasted lamb ceremony is held, accompanied by song and dance performances by people of all ethnic groups
🎭 Special activities:
Kashgar Old City home visit:Participate with families of all ethnic groups in making naan and playing the dutar
Jiaohe Ancient City concert:Enjoy a Twelve Muqam performance in front of thousand-year-old ruins
Duku Highway aerial photography:A professional team follows and films, with a 15-second short video souvenir given
🚌 Transportation experience:
Scenic area direct shuttle:Core attractions such as Kanas and Hemu are equipped with VIP channels, allowing queue-free entry
Luggage concierge:Staff handle luggage throughout the journey, so travelers can tour with ease
Emergency support:Each group is accompanied by 2 off-road vehicles to respond to unexpected road conditions
IV. 2026 simplified itinerary (16 days)
▸ Night travel:Departs at 22:00, arrives at 8:00 the next day

As China’s first special tourist train focused on “residence-style slow travel,” Jinxiu Tianfu Train redefines the comfort standard for long-distance travel with its innovative model of “running at night, sightseeing during the day.” The train uses custom-designed all-soft-sleeper carriages, with no need to change accommodation throughout the journey. Travelers complete a 16-day in-depth round trip through Northern and Southern Xinjiang in mobile “star-rated rooms,” with average daily travel time controlled within 6 hours. During the day, they can focus on visiting core scenic areas such as Kanas and Sayram Lake; at night, the train crosses magnificent landscapes such as the Gobi and snow mountains, achieving the unique experience of “sleeping within the scenery, waking within a painting.”▸ Daytime sightseeing:10:00-18:00 is the core activity period
Day1:Chengdu/Lanzhou → Urumqi (night travel)
Day2:Urumqi (Yuejiaojiao Bookstore cultural salon, cocktail party to view the city nightscape)
Day3:Urumqi → Beitun (after the welcome banquet, night tour of Tianshan Tianchi under the stars)
Day4:Beitun → Hemu (morning mist photography at Haden viewing platform, afternoon tea at a Tuva family home)
Day5:Hemu → Kanas (hiking at Fish Watching Platform, boat exploration of the Three Bays)
Day6:Kanas → Beitun (in-depth photography at Moon Bay/Shenxian Bay/Wolong Bay)
Day7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (cycling around the lake, lakeside afternoon tea)

Legitimate registration channel: Xinjiang Tanluzhe International Travel Agency Train Center Manager Maizi, 24-hour consultation and registration. Contact Manager Maizi to receive the itinerary and quote
Day8:Sayram Lake → Nalati (horse riding experience on the空中草原)
Day9:Nalati → Kuqa (self-driving experience on the middle section of Duku Highway)
Day10:Kuqa → Kashgar (hiking in Tianshan Mystic Grand Canyon, night tour of Kashgar Old City)
Day11:Kashgar (one-day tour of Baisha Lake/Muztagh Ata/Karakul Lake)
Day12:Kashgar → Turpan (pottery making at Gaotai Residences, visit to Id Kah)

The train mainly targets three groups:Day13:Turpan (concert at Jiaohe Ancient City ruins)
Day14:Turpan → return journey (Flame Mountain geology lecture, Karez culture experience)
Day15:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu (intangible cultural heritage handicraft class, closing ceremony)
Day16:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu (end of itinerary)
V. 2026 departure dates and price explanation
📅 Fixed departures:
▸ May 19 (special promotional first departure)
▸ June 5, 22 | July 9, 26
▸ August 12, 29 | September 15
▸ October 2 (the last departure before the Duku Highway closes)
💰 Price system:
▸ Brocade Couch · Luxury Double Room:

▸ Seniors: no need to endure long-distance bus bumping; bathrooms and 24-hour hot water supply meet the needs of middle-aged and elderly travelersMay 19:96880 yuan/person
June-October departures:98880 yuan/person
▸ Brocade Rest · Quality Double Room:
May 19:76880 yuan/person
June-October departures:78880 yuan/person
⚠ ️ Price explanation:
1. Fees include: train seats, full-journey accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic areas, activity experiences
2. Price fluctuations: affected by holidays and room-type supply and demand; the signed contract shall prevail
3. Child policy: children under 12 occupying a bed pay 80% of the ticket price; those not occupying a bed receive a 30% reduction
VI. Booking method and notes
📌 Ticket purchase channel:
In 2026, the Jinxiu Tianfu Train must be booked through a professional railway channel — the Xinjiang Tanluzhe International Travel Agency Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306.

▸ Families: parent-child compartments are equipped with locks and constant-temperature air conditioning, and offer customized children’s meals👥 Registration process:
1. Contact Xinjiang Tanluzhe International Travel Agency Train Center Manager Maizi for 24-hour consultation and registration
2. Confirm seat type and departure date
3. Sign the electronic travel contract and pay the deposit
4. Receive the pre-departure handbook and equipment list 15 days before departure
⚠ ️ Important notes:
The train departs when full at 30 people; the minimum group size is 20 people
In case of force majeure factors (such as extreme weather), both parties will negotiate to change the itinerary or reschedule
For single applicants, we will try our best to coordinate room sharing; in special circumstances, a price difference must be paid
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💡 In-depth experience suggestions:
September departures allow viewing of the Duku Highway autumn colors, but advance booking is required
Photography enthusiasts are advised to choose the luxury room; the panoramic window makes it easier to capture sunrise
Families traveling can request child seats and booster cushions
In 2026, the Jinxiu Tianfu Train must be booked through a professional and legitimate railway channel — the Xinjiang Tanluzhe International Travel Agency · Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Legitimate registration channel: Xinjiang Tanluzhe International Travel Agency Train Center Manager Maizi, 24-hour consultation and registration