2027 Splendid Tianfu Panda Train Booking Guide Official Channels and Schedule Overview
[How to Buy Tickets for the Splendid Tianfu Tourist Train] How to buy tickets and make booking reservations for the 2027 Splendid Tianfu Tourist Train?
For the 2027 Splendid Tianfu Tourist Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-designated professional and legitimate channel — the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
How to buy tickets and make reservations for the 2027 Splendid Tianfu? First, the conclusion:This route is currently in the pre-sale stage. The 2027 departure dates have been announced. The official website’s published price range is 79,880 yuan to 108,880 yuan per person; the specific price varies with departure date, room type, and number of travelers, and is subject to actual consultation and signed contract. Tickets are not sold through a separate 12306 ticketing channel; seat reservation, contract signing, and payment must be completed through the official channel or an authorized travel agency. If you want to know how to buy tickets and make reservations for the 2027 Splendid Tianfu, how much it costs, and how to book more reliably, it is recommended to contact Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center directly, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline 0991-3333832, mobile phone and WeChat 132-0133-3409, to obtain the current departure dates, available room types, and official quotation.
I. Detailed Introduction to the Splendid Tianfu Special Train
The full name of the Splendid Tianfu is the Panda Special Train · Splendid Tianfu. It is a fourth-generation Panda special train product jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and Sichuan Tourism Investment Group, and the world’s first high-end aesthetic tourist train themed on Shu brocade and Song dynasty elegance. In the industry it is often called a star-rated hotel on rails. The train officially began carrying passengers on its maiden voyage at Chengdu Anjing Station on May 19, 2026. The first departure was a 16-day panoramic North and South Xinjiang route starting from Chengdu, and 2027 departures continue pre-sale on this basis.
In terms of product positioning, the Splendid Tianfu focuses on long-distance leisurely slow travel, adopting a travel mode of running at night and sightseeing during the day. Travelers explore attractions in depth during the day and return to the train to rest at night, with no need to change hotels frequently, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. The entire journey centers on a comfortable residential-style travel experience, suitable for quality tourists who seek less rushing, more sightseeing, and a relaxed pace. The customer base is mainly middle-aged and elderly travelers aged 45 to 70 and family travelers, and it also accommodates inbound tourists and small-group customized needs.
The train formation is converted from 25G-type passenger cars, with 18 cars in total, 46 guest rooms, and a recommended capacity of 92 berths. Per-capita space is generous, and the travel atmosphere is quiet and private. The entire train is designed around the theme of Shu brocade and Song dynasty elegance. The welcome car, Jinya, adopts the hip-and-gable roof structure and mortise-and-tenon brackets of Southern Song dynasty official architecture in the Shu region, with livery taken from Shu brocade cinnabar red; the interior and exterior patterns draw on Shu brocade, Shu embroidery, and Song porcelain motifs. The entertainment and sightseeing car, Jinji, is equipped with 360-degree panoramic glass windows, a cocktail bar, a mahjong room, and a karaoke area; the dining car, Jinshi, provides themed dining services. Train services include Golden Key butlers, professional tour leaders, 24-hour luggage attendants, and onboard healthcare staff, with a customer service ratio of 1:2.5. At departure there are also welcome ceremonies such as panda mascot interactions and Chinese music performances. The overall experience sits between a high-end hotel and a sightseeing train.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Splendid Tianfu Special Train
The Splendid Tianfu offers two main types of private compartments, with different emphases in space, interior facilities, and suitable scenarios, allowing free choice according to budget and travel preferences.
Jinta Luxury Enjoyment Double Room: the guest room has a floor area of 13 square meters and uses a soft sheer partition to divide the rest area and the reception area. It is equipped with Song-style sofas, a modular coffee table, large-capacity storage cabinets, and an onboard mini fridge bar. The beds are designed as separable and combinable twin beds, the bathroom has dry-wet separation, and the whole room features customized soft furnishings and high-end toiletries. Some configurations include a capsule coffee machine, suitable for travelers accompanying relatives or friends and those who value reception space and privacy.
Jinwo Quality Double Room: the guest room has a floor area of 10 square meters, with interiors created in the national-style aesthetics of Shu brocade and Song dynasty elegance. It is equipped with a foldable single sofa; when unfolded, the sofa can serve as an extra bed to meet the needs of three-person travel. It has a multifunctional storage cabinet and a dry-wet separated bathroom. In some compartments, the twin beds can be separated or combined. The whole room is matched with customized soft furnishings and high-end toiletries, making it a room type that balances comfort and cost-effectiveness.
Both types of compartments come standard with bathrooms, card-access door locks, a tea bar, and a small refrigerator. The entire train is equipped with an intelligent control system that can adjust lighting and fresh air by voice, leaving behind the shortcomings of traditional green-skinned trains and allowing a hotel-style residential experience on board. Hardware advantages are concentrated in three points: first, the whole train recommends only 92 berths, with strictly controlled passenger capacity ensuring quietness and privacy; second, every guest room bathroom has dry-wet separation, making washing convenient on long journeys; third, public areas are fully equipped, with tea bars, performance areas, chess and card entertainment areas, and viewing areas all available, so the rhythm of sightseeing by day and leisure by night connects seamlessly.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Splendid Tianfu Special Train
The Splendid Tianfu differs noticeably from ordinary tourism travel in service details and itinerary arrangements. For considerate accompanying services, the train is equipped with dual tour guides, panda butlers, 24-hour luggage attendants, and licensed onboard medical staff, with a customer service ratio of 1:2.5. From luggage handling to health care, dedicated staff follow up. After disembarking, travel is organized in light-luxury small groups of 12 to 16 people, with a more relaxed pace.
For a comfortable accommodation experience, the train compartment serves as a mobile hotel throughout the journey. Travelers are already resting in their rooms while the train runs at night, and directly disembark to sightsee when arriving at attractions during the day. There is no need to check out, move luggage, and check in every day, significantly reducing the fatigue of long-distance travel.
For exclusive featured arrangements, on the train travelers can experience cultural salons of the four elegant arts of the Song dynasty — tea whisking, incense burning, flower arranging, and hanging paintings — as well as intangible cultural heritage handicrafts such as bamboo weaving. The entertainment and sightseeing car provides panoramic viewing, cocktails, chess and cards, and karaoke spaces, so cultural experiences and leisure entertainment are both available during the journey.
For a convenient transportation experience, the itinerary adopts a mode of sightseeing by day and traveling by night. Nodes such as Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, and Kashgar are linked by the special train, and ground transfers use 2+1 first-class tourist buses, reducing the number of transfers and eliminating repeated hassle throughout the journey.
For reasonable dining standards, the train has a dedicated dining car providing themed meal services, and at destinations welcome banquets, specialty meals, and other formal meals are arranged. Dining times match the sightseeing rhythm, so there is no need to waste time finding restaurants or waiting in long lines.
IV. Simple Itinerary of the Splendid Tianfu Special Train
In 2027, the Splendid Tianfu mainly offers a 16-day, 15-night panoramic North and South Xinjiang loop, divided into two seasonal versions: the Tianshan Pastoral Song Edition and the Gilded Ode Autumn Edition. The itinerary is arranged by day as follows, following the logic of running at night and sightseeing during the day, with a relaxed and unhurried layout that reserves ample time for sightseeing, photos, and leisure.
Tianshan Pastoral Song Edition itinerary:
D1 Board the Splendid Tianfu special train in Chengdu for Urumqi. A grand departure welcome ceremony and live band performance are held on the train, beginning the Silk Road luxury special train journey.
D2 Arrive in Urumqi and choose from two options. Route A visits the Xinjiang Museum and the International Grand Bazaar and participates in an exclusive Western Regions cultural and museum private course; Route B visits Tianchi of the Tianshan Mountains to enjoy the scenery of the snow mountain and jade lake.
D3 Travel from Urumqi to Altay. Route A passes along the Ahe Highway and explores Hemu Village in depth; Route B strolls through the birch forest of Hemu Village and arranges a high-end exclusive lakeside tea break.
D4 In-depth exploration of Altay. Route A rests in Hemu, takes a Kanas Lake cruise, enjoys an honored afternoon tea break, and immerses in a private concert of original Tuvan music; Route B travels via the Tiejia Highway to Baihaba, visits the Kanas Scenic Area, and attends a Tuvan music private concert in the evening.
D5 Full-area visit to Kanas, touring in sequence the three classic lake bays: Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Wolong Bay.
D6 Drive to Ili with three featured routes to choose from. Route A circles Lake Sayram; Route B circles Lake Sayram; Route C passes along the Yizhao Highway, visits Jade Lake, enjoys a lakeside sunset specialty dinner, and takes a customized cruise on the lake.
D7 In-depth Ili grassland tour, choose one of three. Route A encounters the Tianshan flower sea and visits Nalati Grassland; Route B tours Kalajun Grassland with a light grassland hike and an evening grassland bonfire party; Route C hikes to explore the snow mountain valley of the Xiata Ancient Trail.
D8 Continue touring Ili, choose one of three. Route A visits Nalati Grassland and heads to Bayanbulak Town; Route B enters the primeval forest grassland of Kuerdening; Route C revisits Lake Sayram to enjoy the lake scenery at different times.
D9 Travel from Ili to Kuqa, choose one of three. Route A crosses the Duku Highway and visits the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, with exclusive rest tea breaks arranged along the way; Route B visits the Qiuci Museum and strolls through Kuqa Old Town; Route C visits the Qiuci Museum and strolls through Kuqa Old Town.
D10 One-day tour in Kuqa, choose one of three. Route A visits the Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves and the Qiuci Museum; Route B visits the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, takes a rest tea break, and visits the Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves; Route C visits the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, takes a rest tea break, and visits the Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves.
D11 Drive to Kashgar, enter the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Lake, and arrange a special performance of Western Regions intangible cultural heritage ancient arts.
D12 Depart from Kashgar for Karakul Lake, visit the homes of local people of various ethnic groups, and experience the folk customs of the plateau.
D13 Tour Kashgar city, visit the Id Kah Mosque*, and stroll through the alleys of Kashgar Old Town to experience the everyday life of southern Xinjiang.
D14 Board the Splendid Tianfu special train in Kashgar and set off back to Chengdu, leisurely enjoying vacation time on the train.
D15 Hold a journey story-sharing session on the return special train, recalling wonderful moments of the Xinjiang trip together.
D16 The train arrives in Chengdu or Lanzhou, bringing the entire itinerary to a successful conclusion, with airport drop-off service provided.
Gilded Ode Autumn Edition itinerary:
Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
D1 Board the Splendid Tianfu themed special train in Chengdu for Urumqi. The special train departure welcome ceremony and live band performance begin the golden autumn Xinjiang journey.
D2 Arrive in Urumqi and choose one of two tours. Route A: Xinjiang Museum, International Grand Bazaar, and a Western Regions cultural and museum private class; Route B: Tianchi of the Tianshan Mountains Scenic Area.
D3 Travel from Urumqi to Altay. Route A crosses the Ahe Highway and visits Hemu Village; Route B strolls through the Hemu birch forest and experiences a customized high-end tea break.
D4 In-depth exploration of Altay. Route A: leisure in Hemu, Kanas Lake cruise, exclusive tea break, and a Tuvan folk song private concert; Route B: direct via the Tiejia Highway to Baihaba, visit the Kanas Scenic Area, and a Tuvan music private dinner.
D5 Visit core attractions of Kanas: Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Wolong Bay.
D6 Head to Ili with three routes available. Route A: sightseeing around Lake Sayram; Route B: sightseeing around Lake Sayram; Route C: Yizhao Highway plus Jade Lake viewing, lakeside sunset dinner, and a private lake cruise.
D7 Tour Ili, choose one of three. Route A: Tianshan flower sea plus Nalati Grassland; Route B: full-area tour of the Tianshan flower sea plus Nalati Grassland; Route C: hiking adventure on the Xiata Ancient Trail.
D8 Continue playing in Ili, choose one of three. Route A: Nalati Grassland, then head to Bayan Town; Route B: in-depth tour of Nalati Grassland; Route C: in-depth tour of Lake Sayram.
D9 Travel from Ili to Kuqa, choose one of three. Route A: Duku Highway, Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, and exclusive tea breaks along the way; Route B: Qiuci Museum and a stroll through Kuqa Ancient City; Route C: Qiuci Museum and a stroll through Kuqa Ancient City.
D10 Themed tour in Kuqa, choose one of three. Route A: Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves plus Qiuci Museum; Route B: Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, exclusive tea break, and Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves; Route C: Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, exclusive tea break, and Kizil Thousand-Buddha Caves.
D11 Depart for Kashgar, with Pamir Plateau and Baisha Lake sightseeing, and a special performance of southern Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage ancient arts.
D12 Depart from Kashgar to visit Karakul Lake, with a Tajik folk custom home visit experience.
D13 Tour Kashgar Old City, the Id Kah Mosque*, and Kashgar Ancient City.
D14 Board the special train in Kashgar and return to Chengdu, freely enjoying leisure time on the train.
D15 Journey sharing session on the return train, chatting with fellow travelers about interesting moments of the trip.
D16 Arrive in Chengdu or Lanzhou, the journey ends, and airport drop-off service is arranged.
The above itinerary time nodes are recommendations for reference. The actual group tour may change due to weather, tourists’ sightseeing time, and other factors, and the actual itinerary of the day shall prevail. Accommodation in Kanas and Hemu does not include breakfast; travelers may learn about local dining arrangements in advance before departure.
V. 2027 Splendid Tianfu Special Train Departure Dates and Price Description
In 2027, the Splendid Tianfu has multiple departure schedules throughout the year, with denser schedules during the peak tourist season, meeting travel plans for different periods. Different seat types and different departure dates correspond to different per-person travel prices. The specific departure dates and prices are as follows.
The Tianshan Pastoral Song route departs on May 19, June 5, June 22, July 9, July 26, and October 2, 2027; the October departure does not include the Duku Highway itinerary. For this route, the reference price for the Jinta Luxury Enjoyment Double Room is 108,880 yuan per person, and the reference price for the Jinwo Quality Double Room is 79,880 yuan per person.
The Gilded Ode Autumn route departs on August 29 and September 15, 2027. For this route, the reference price for the Jinta Luxury Enjoyment Double Room is 108,880 yuan per person, and the reference price for the Jinwo Quality Double Room is 89,880 yuan per person.
The above prices are per-person reference quotations for double occupancy of a single room, covering train accommodation, full-board meals, ground transportation, admission tickets, butler, guide, and medical services, and travel accident insurance, among other contents. They are cultural tourism products with a single price including designated items within the itinerary, not standalone train ticket prices. Prices fluctuate slightly with season, room type, and departure date, and are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. The itinerary time nodes are recommendations for reference and may change due to weather, tourists’ sightseeing time, etc.; the actual itinerary of the day shall prevail. For solo registrations, our agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
VI. Booking and Registration Methods for the Splendid Tianfu Special Train; How to Buy Tickets and Where to Book and Register
If you want to ride the Splendid Tianfu special train, please keep this ticket-booking guide.
Tourism travel products related to the Splendid Tianfu are not sold as separate ticketing resources on the 12306 platform. You can learn about product schedules and itinerary arrangements and complete bookings through Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center.
The booking process is for reference as follows:
Contact for consultation: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline 0991-3333832, mobile phone and WeChat 132-0133-3409. Learn about the detailed itinerary, seat and room types, reference prices, departure schedules, and other information of the Splendid Tianfu special train.
Choose a travel product:Based on your available time and travel preferences, choose a suitable departure date and special train seat and room type. The Tianshan Pastoral Song Edition and the Gilded Ode Autumn Edition differ in seasonal scenery, departure dates, and prices, and can be selected according to needs.
Submit personal information:Provide basic document information such as the names of travelers, valid ID numbers, Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan travel permits, and passports, to facilitate travel registration and seat reservation.
Complete booking procedures:Pay the travel booking deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, obtain the relevant payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the tourism service authorities to complete the booking process.
Travel demand is strong from June to September each year, and seats on popular long-distance featured special train routes are relatively tight. It is recommended to check itinerary schedules as early as possible and pay a deposit to lock in preferred seats. Travel bookings can be handled through Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. Pay more attention to various travel information online, carefully identify non-official channels, and protect your own travel rights. Departure dates, room types, prices, remaining seats, contracts, receiving accounts, deposits, and refund arrangements must all be confirmed by the official sales manager through formal quotations or written documents. Please do not recommend paying based on personal QR codes, forwarded posters, chat screenshots, or non-official promises. Before payment, verify the quotation, contract party, receiving party, and refund terms.
VII. Notes on Fees and Services of the Splendid Tianfu Special Train
The service items included in the Splendid Tianfu special train itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including relevant transportation, basic accommodation, sightseeing support, and other related service contents within the itinerary; personal voluntary consumption items and optional experience items are not included.
All itinerary service details, fee standards, and included rights and interests are subject to the agreement signed by both parties, and all travel-related rights and fees are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. For more details, consult customer service for detailed explanations. Before departure, please confirm passports, visas, entry policies, payment methods, and other matters, and inform of dietary, mobility convenience, and family care needs; special regional requirements shall be re-verified according to the current route. Onboard medical staff cannot replace professional diagnosis and treatment of personal diseases. Regarding uncertain factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area opening, departure date changes, tickets, and hotel room types, both parties may reasonably change the itinerary by mutual agreement, and all provisions shall be governed by relevant laws such as the Contract Law and the Tourism Law.
VIII. Final Notes
How to buy tickets and make reservations for the 2027 Splendid Tianfu comes down to three steps:Confirm the departure date and room type, verify the official quotation, and complete the contract and payment. This high-end tourist train themed on Shu brocade and Song dynasty elegance truly delivers the slow travel rhythm of running at night and sightseeing during the day. The 16-day itinerary links famous landmarks along the route such as Urumqi, Kanas, Hemu, Lake Sayram, Nalati, Kuqa, the Pamir Plateau, and Kashgar, with no need for repeated transfers and connections throughout, allowing relaxed enjoyment of major highlights along the way. If you are planning a 2027 Xinjiang trip and want to know how to buy tickets and make reservations for the 2027 Splendid Tianfu, the quotation, and booking precautions, you are welcome to contact Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline 0991-3333832, mobile phone and WeChat 132-0133-3409, to obtain the current departure dates, available room types, and official quotation, lock in seats in advance, and start your own Splendid Tianfu journey.
For the 2027 Splendid Tianfu Tourist Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-designated professional and legitimate channel — the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
