Splendid Sichuan Xinjiang Tourism Special Train 2026 Price List
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-approved regular travel agency channel: 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 other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Want to experience the slow-paced travel of ‘traveling Xinjiang by train’? This ‘Tianfu’ route will take you from Chengdu/Lanzhou to explore the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang. Below is a comprehensive guide to ticket purchase and itinerary.
🌟 What is the ‘Tianfu’?
The ‘Panda Train · Jinxiu Tianfu’ is a high-end tourism train combining ‘railway + cultural tourism,’ jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and Sichuan Tourism Investment Group. It debuted on April 27, 2026, at Chengdu Anjing Station.
Design Aesthetics:With a theme of ‘Shu Brocade and Song Dynasty Elegance,’ it blends panda elements with Song Dynasty aesthetics, hailed as a ‘moving palace of Eastern aesthetics.’
Train Configuration:The train has 18 carriages, including 46 guest rooms, and features a multifunctional dining car, entertainment observation car, etc., offering an experience of ‘traveling by day, resting by night, and enjoying scenery slowly.’
Inaugural Route:The first commercial route is a 16-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting core scenic spots like Urumqi, Kanas, Kashgar, and Turpan, with special activities such as intangible cultural heritage handicrafts and concerts.
🛌 Two Luxury Compartments, Your Mobile Hotel
The ‘Tianfu’ offers two types of high-end double compartments, both located in carriages with better privacy, ensuring a quiet and comfortable journey.
1. Jin Ta · Luxury Double Room
📍 Location:2 ‘Jin Ta’ luxury carriages
🚂 Want to experience the slow-paced travel of ‘traveling Xinjiang by train’? This ‘Tianfu’ route will take you from Chengdu/Lanzhou to explore the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang. Below is a comprehensive guide to ticket purchase and itinerary.🛌 Capacity:2 people
📐 Area:Approximately 13㎡
✨ Features:More spacious, with higher privacy and comfort, suitable for travelers seeking a high-quality experience.
2. Jin Wo · Quality Double Room
📍 Location:10 ‘Jin Wo’ quality carriages
🛌 Capacity:2 people
📐 Area:Approximately 10㎡
✨ Features:Compact and practical, with complete functions, an ideal choice balancing comfort and cost-effectiveness.
🗺 ️ Simplified 16-Day Panoramic Itinerary for Northern and Southern Xinjiang
This route adopts a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model. You only need to rest comfortably on the train and easily visit attractions during the day. The specific arrangement is as follows:
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
🌟 What is the ‘Tianfu’?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, Fish Viewing Platform, boat tour)
Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Wolong Bay)
Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (afternoon tea)
Day 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, High Platform Residences, Id Kah Mosque)
The ‘Panda Train · Jinxiu Tianfu’ is a high-end tourism train combining ‘railway + cultural tourism,’ jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and Sichuan Tourism Investment Group. It debuted on April 27, 2026, at Chengdu Anjing Station.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 handicrafts, sightseeing activities)
Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of itinerary)
> Reminder:The order and content of the itinerary may be adjusted based on actual circumstances. Please refer to the contract and departure notice for details.
💰 Price and Departure Dates Reference
Below are some 2026 departure dates and unified prices for the ‘Tianfu’ route. Prices are for reference only; actual costs are subject to the contract or confirmation on the day.
🗓 ️ Departure Schedule
May 19
June 5, 22
Design Aesthetics: With a theme of ‘Shu Brocade and Song Dynasty Elegance,’ it blends panda elements with Song Dynasty aesthetics, hailed as a ‘moving palace of Eastern aesthetics.’ July 9, 26
August 12, 29
September 15
October 2 (Duku Highway section canceled)
💸 Unified Price (RMB/person)
Jin Ta · Luxury Double Room (Approximately 13㎡)
May 19:96,880
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism. Mainly responsible for booking tourism trains such as Xinjiang Express Snow Lotus, Panda Trains: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
Other Departures:98,880
Jin Wo · Quality Double Room (Approximately 10㎡)
May 19:76,880
Other Departures:78,880
Train Configuration: The train has 18 carriages, including 46 guest rooms, and features a multifunctional dining car, entertainment observation car, etc., offering an experience of ‘traveling by day, resting by night, and enjoying scenery slowly.’> Price Note:The above are unified package prices, which may fluctuate due to departure dates, holidays, etc. Please refer to the final signed tourism contract.
📝 How to Book?
This route can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The specific process is as follows:
1. Contact Customer Service: Call or message Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service via phone or WeChat to indicate your preferred departure date and room type.
2. Submit Information: Provide traveler names, valid ID numbers, contact details, etc., and confirm contract details.
3. Make Payment: Pay a deposit or full amount as agreed, and the travel agency will issue a formal receipt or contract.
4. Obtain Voucher: Receive the departure notice and travel voucher before departure, and prepare luggage as required.
> ⚠️ Important Note:This route is a high-end product jointly created by railway and cultural tourism enterprises, with limited seats. It is recommended to inquire and book as early as possible.
📞 Registration and Consultation
Registration Method:Unified registration through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Consultation Phone:For details, please call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service.
Inaugural Route: The first commercial route is a 16-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting core scenic spots like Urumqi, Kanas, Kashgar, and Turpan, with special activities such as intangible cultural heritage handicrafts and concerts.WeChat Consultation:Add Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service on WeChat for the latest information.
Company Address:Please consult customer service directly for the specific address.
📋 Cost and Service Description
✅ Included Items
Transportation:Full ‘Tianfu’ compartment seats and ground transportation for sightseeing.
Accommodation:Compartment and hotel accommodations as listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Guide, train butler, and onboard medical staff services.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
🛌 Two Luxury Compartments, Your Mobile Hotel❌ Excluded Items
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs).
Meals and items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure.
> Note:Specific included and excluded items are subject to actual consultation and contract.
🆚 Why Choose the ‘Tianfu’?
Compared to other long-distance travel methods, the advantages of the ‘Tianfu’ are:
🚆 Direct Train, Hassle-Free:No need to change transportation or hotels throughout the trip, especially suitable for travelers who dislike hassle.
🛌 Private and Comfortable, Like a Hotel:Compartment-style accommodation with private space and a quiet environment, ensuring good rest during the journey.
🧑 🤝🧑 Elderly-Friendly, Comfortable Travel:Relaxed itinerary pace, with medical staff and train butler, friendly to seniors.
🍃 Healthy Diet, Light and Diverse:Meals focus on nutritional balance, combining local specialties with different taste preferences.
The ‘Tianfu’ offers two types of high-end double compartments, both located in carriages with better privacy, ensuring a quiet and comfortable journey.🎉 Rich Social Activities, No Loneliness:The train features multifunctional carriages with diverse cultural and entertainment activities, making the journey fun.
👨 👩👧👦 Who Is Suitable?
The ‘Tianfu’ is especially suitable for:
Retired Seniors:Comfortable itinerary, slow pace, with medical support, ideal for group travel.
Family Travel:Eliminates the hassle of frequent luggage handling; elderly and children can rest comfortably on the train.
Business Travelers:Can balance business communication and relaxation during the trip.
Photography and Culture Enthusiasts:Rich landscape routes and diverse onboard cultural activities, meeting deep experience needs.
❤ ️ Why Is the ‘Tianfu’ Highly Favored?
Since its launch, the ‘Tianfu’ has attracted much attention, mainly due to:
Rare Product:High-end ‘railway + cultural tourism’ product with limited market supply.
Unique Experience:Immersive design of Shu-style and Song Dynasty elegance, offering a ‘mobile art museum’ experience.
Good Reputation:The first departure sold out quickly, receiving positive feedback from tourists and the industry.
