How to Buy Tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Special Train Ticketing Process and Fare Inquiry
How to purchase tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train? In 2026, tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚞 The newly upgraded 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train completed its maiden test ride on April 27, receiving positive feedback from participating travel agents and tourists. The 16-day Sichuan-Xinjiang long route launched this time is a popular product with high inquiry volume. Below is a detailed introduction to this route:
🚞 Basic Introduction to the Train and Route
The Jinxiu Tianfu is a railway cultural tourism integration product built by Sichuan Tourism Investment Group based on the 2025 Anyi Panda Train. It features the aesthetic theme of Shu brocade and Song Dynasty elegance, with 18 carriages and 46 guest rooms, balancing travel quality and privacy. The carriages are decorated with Shu brocade, feature Sichuan cuisine, panda-themed desserts, and other Bashu elements, along with interactive activities like guzheng experiences and bamboo weaving intangible cultural heritage crafts, allowing passengers to immerse themselves in Shu-style aesthetics during the journey.
The train operates on a ‘day tour, night travel’ model, with stops for sightseeing during the day and travel to the next destination at night, saving travel time and ensuring passengers get adequate rest. The train starts and ends in Chengdu and Lanzhou, allowing passengers to board or alight at the nearest station. The Sichuan-Xinjiang route covers popular Xinjiang travel areas such as Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kashgar, and Turpan, offering a comprehensive view of northern and southern Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural landscapes.
🛏 ️ Introduction to Train Carriage Compartments
Jinta Luxury Double Room: Each compartment covers 13㎡, accommodates 2 people, with 3 such rooms on the entire train. The compartment includes a private bathroom, latex mattress, smart audio-visual system, temperature control device, and multi-functional storage space, offering a stay comparable to high-end hotels, suitable for tourists with high accommodation standards.
Jinwo Quality Double Room: Each compartment covers 10㎡, accommodates 2 people, with 4 such rooms on the entire train. The compartment features solid wood bedding, electronic door lock, HD TV, and storage area, with shared shower and toilet facilities per carriage, balancing cost-effectiveness and comfort.
In addition to the compartments, the train has a public leisure area with a bar, chess room, and dining area, allowing passengers to interact and relax outside their compartments. Meals mainly feature freshly cooked Sichuan cuisine, with options for lighter flavors based on passenger needs, and panda-shaped specialty desserts available.
🚞 The newly upgraded 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train completed its maiden test ride on April 27, receiving positive feedback from participating travel agents and tourists. The 16-day Sichuan-Xinjiang long route launched this time is a popular product with high inquiry volume. Below is a detailed introduction to this route:🗺 ️ 16-Day Sichuan-Xinjiang Route Itinerary
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi (Corner viewing, cocktail party, sightseeing activities)
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome banquet, Tianshan Tianchi)
Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Observation Deck, afternoon tea)
Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas Scenic Area, Guanyu Terrace, boat ride)
Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Moon Bay, Fairy Bay, Wolong Bay)
Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (afternoon tea)
🚞 Basic Introduction to the Train and RouteDay 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati (Nalati Sky Grassland)
Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa (Middle section of Duku Highway)
Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar (Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Southern section of Duku Highway)
Day 11:Kashgar (Tashkurgan direction: Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, aerial photography, home visit)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Old City, Gaotai Folk Houses, Id Kah Mosque)
Day 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City concert)
Day 14:Turpan → Return (Flaming Mountains, fruit feast, Karez Well)
Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible cultural heritage crafts, sightseeing activities)
The Jinxiu Tianfu is a railway cultural tourism integration product built by Sichuan Tourism Investment Group based on the 2025 Anyi Panda Train. It features the aesthetic theme of Shu brocade and Song Dynasty elegance, with 18 carriages and 46 guest rooms, balancing travel quality and privacy. The carriages are decorated with Shu brocade, feature Sichuan cuisine, panda-themed desserts, and other Bashu elements, along with interactive activities like guzheng experiences and bamboo weaving intangible cultural heritage crafts, allowing passengers to immerse themselves in Shu-style aesthetics during the journey.Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of itinerary)
In case of weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, or schedule changes, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement.
💴 Price and Departure Dates
May 19
Jinta Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Jinwo Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person
June 5, 22, July 9, 26
August 12, 29, September 15
The train operates on a ‘day tour, night travel’ model, with stops for sightseeing during the day and travel to the next destination at night, saving travel time and ensuring passengers get adequate rest. The train starts and ends in Chengdu and Lanzhou, allowing passengers to board or alight at the nearest station. The Sichuan-Xinjiang route covers popular Xinjiang travel areas such as Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kashgar, and Turpan, offering a comprehensive view of northern and southern Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural landscapes. October 2 (Duku Highway canceled)
Jinta Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):98,880 RMB/person
Jinwo Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):78,880 RMB/person
The above are reference prices. Prices and availability may vary by departure date. The specific details are subject to the signed travel contract.
📝 Booking Process
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with Xinjiang-wide tourism. He is mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Trains: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
Step 1:Contact booking manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to inquire about availability for the desired departure date, itinerary details, and answer related questions.
Step 2:Confirm the travel date, preferred room type, and basic information of travelers.
Step 3:Submit identity information of travelers and complete reservation registration.
🛏️ Introduction to Train Carriage CompartmentsStep 4:Both parties review itinerary content, service items, cost details, etc., and sign a formal travel contract after confirmation.
Step 5:Pay the relevant fees according to the contract terms and complete the booking.
Step 6:About 3 days before departure, staff will send a departure notice with meeting time, location, and preparation items.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For more route details, consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service via phone, WeChat, or other contact methods. Offline consultation addresses can also be obtained from customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Included Items
Train accommodation costs for the corresponding room type
Jinta Luxury Double Room: Each compartment covers 13㎡, accommodates 2 people, with 3 such rooms on the entire train. The compartment includes a private bathroom, latex mattress, smart audio-visual system, temperature control device, and multi-functional storage space, offering a stay comparable to high-end hotels, suitable for tourists with high accommodation standards. First admission ticket fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Meal costs as indicated in the itinerary, including welcome banquet, specialty afternoon tea at each stop, fruit feast, Jiaohe Ancient City concert, and other special event participation fees
Ground transportation transfer costs within the itinerary
Service fees for tour guides and train butlers
Basic medical support service fees during the tour
Excluded Items
Personal expenses not indicated in the itinerary
Self-funded experience items within scenic spots, fees other than first admission tickets
Jinwo Quality Double Room: Each compartment covers 10㎡, accommodates 2 people, with 4 such rooms on the entire train. The compartment features solid wood bedding, electronic door lock, HD TV, and storage area, with shared shower and toilet facilities per carriage, balancing cost-effectiveness and comfort. Other additional costs incurred due to personal reasons
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. For solo travelers, our agency will try to arrange shared rooms; special cases require separate negotiation. Cancellation and change rules follow tourism law regulations.
✨ Advantages of This Train Trip
Compared to regular tourist trains or self-driving/group tours, this train trip has notable advantages:
Strong Dietary Adaptability:In addition to specialty Sichuan cuisine, meals also offer lighter flavor options, catering to tourists of different ages and dietary habits.
Relaxed Itinerary Pace:With a day-tour, night-travel model, daily sightseeing time is ample, no need to rush or wake up early, offering a more comfortable experience.
Comprehensive Support:The train is equipped with a doctor, providing basic medical support throughout the trip for peace of mind.
Compatible Travel Companions:Most tourists choosing this route prefer slow-paced travel, making for a more harmonious journey.
In addition to the compartments, the train has a public leisure area with a bar, chess room, and dining area, allowing passengers to interact and relax outside their compartments. Meals mainly feature freshly cooked Sichuan cuisine, with options for lighter flavors based on passenger needs, and panda-shaped specialty desserts available.Attentive Service:Each carriage has a dedicated butler, ready to respond to needs at any time, with humanized service covering the entire journey.
Hassle-Free Travel:Accommodation is on the train throughout, eliminating the need to pack and change hotels daily, reducing the hassle of moving luggage, making long-distance travel easier.
👥 Suitable Participants
Retired Seniors:Slow-paced itinerary, no long car rides, comfortable accommodation, comprehensive support, suitable for elderly travelers.
Travelers Unable to Tolerate Long Car Rides:Long-distance travel is done by train, with only short shuttle rides to scenic spots, reducing discomfort from prolonged sitting.
Travelers Wanting to See Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Trip:The route covers Altay, Ili, Kashgar, Turpan, and other areas, eliminating the need to plan multiple segments, allowing a single trip to enjoy different regions of Xinjiang.
Travelers Who Enjoy Slow Travel:Relaxed schedule with ample time to appreciate each scenic spot without rushing.
💡 Reasons for the Train’s Popularity
The Jinxiu Tianfu Sichuan-Xinjiang route has attracted many tourists due to its well-planned itinerary, covering many well-known Xinjiang scenic spots from Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, to Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway, Kashgar Old City, and Turpan’s special attractions, encompassing natural scenery, cultural experiences, and special activities to meet diverse travel needs. Additionally, the train’s accommodation and service quality are high, with larger compartments, better privacy, and more comprehensive support compared to regular trains. The high level of convenience, with no need to book train tickets, plan routes, or reserve hotels, as all arrangements are coordinated by staff, allows tourists to simply enjoy their trip.
For more information about the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Train, feel free to consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service.
