2026PandaSpecialTrainJinxiuTianfuLuxuryTouristTrainOfficialandRegistrationProcess

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train? Tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Special Train must be purchased through the official professional railway travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting the Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing via WeChat: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 New choice for in-depth tours of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in spring and summer 2026:16-Day Roaming Guide on the Panda Special Train Jinxiu Tianfu
Entering May 2026, Xinjiang tourism gradually enters its peak season. Many tourists have already started planning their spring and summer trips to Xinjiang. Compared to traditional self-driving or regular bus tours, the advantages of traveling on a special tourist train are becoming increasingly prominent:No need to repeatedly pack luggage and switch transportation throughout the journey. Follow the special train to enjoy the diverse landscapes of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, while also enjoying comfortable accommodation and leisure services on the train. This has become a preferred choice for family trips and group travel. Among them, the 16-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang tour route launched by the Panda Special Train Jinxiu Tianfu connects the snowy lake views, grasslands, and forests of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural relics, canyons, and landscapes of Southern Xinjiang, covering the core highlights of many classic Xinjiang travel routes.
🌄 Core Coverage Highlights of the Route
Northern Xinjiang Natural Landscape Belt:The first part of the route starts from Urumqi and heads north to the Altay region, covering three core natural scenic areas: Tianshan Tianchi, Hemu, and Kanas. According to the current 2026 Kanas Scenic Area policy, visitors must book tickets in advance via the official WeChat public account. The scenic area includes three sections: Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba. During the tour, stay away from cliffs and water edges, and open fires are strictly prohibited outdoors. In case of extreme weather, adjust the tour pace as per the scenic area management requirements. Classic spots within Kanas include the Fish Viewing Platform and the Three Bays (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Wolong Bay). At Hemu, the Haden Observation Deck offers a panoramic view of the village’s morning mist and cooking smoke. The itinerary includes a specially arranged afternoon tea experience to leisurely enjoy the mountain tranquility. After leaving Altay, the special train heads to Sayram Lake, a well-known lake scenic area in Xinjiang. In 2026, advance ticket booking is required for Sayram Lake. The weather around the lake is changeable, so bring a light jacket and rain gear. UV rays are strong, so prepare sunscreen. The itinerary includes a lakeside afternoon tea, allowing visitors to get close to the lake water at Qinshui Beach or overlook the snow-capped mountains and blue lake from the Dianjiangtai. Then, proceed to the Nalati Sky Grassland to experience the vast mountain grassland scenery, followed by a drive along the middle section of the Duku Highway to Kuqa. The Duku Highway opens mainly in spring and summer each year, offering vertically distributed natural landscapes along the way, making it a sought-after road trip route for many tourists.
Southern Xinjiang Cultural Landscape Belt:The latter part of the route enters Southern Xinjiang, first visiting the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa to experience the majestic red canyon landforms, then heading along the southern section of the Duku Highway to Kashgar. Kashgar is the core city of Southern Xinjiang. The Kashgar Old City is currently open year-round for free, a vibrant urban area with many traditional handicraft shops and specialty dining spots. The Id Kah Mosque is one of Kashgar’s iconic landmarks. Adjacent to the old city, the High Platform Dwellings have now opened as a cultural heritage site, where visitors can purchase tickets to experience the unique raw earth architecture and learn about the construction wisdom of traditional settlements. The itinerary also includes a trip to the Tashkurgan direction, covering highland lakes and snow-capped peaks like Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, and Karakul Lake, along with aerial photography and local family visits to experience the unique scenery of the Pamir Plateau. Finally, head to Turpan. The Jiaohe Ancient City is one of the best-preserved raw earth architectural cities in the world. In 2026, the scenic area will occasionally host themed concerts, allowing visitors to feel the historical weight of the Silk Road near the ruins. The Flaming Mountain scenic area offers immersive experience projects. The Karez Well, as a representative of ancient water conservancy projects, now features folk performances and intangible cultural heritage activities, providing deep insights into the life wisdom of the residents of the “Fire Continent.”
✨ Customized Simple Itinerary

🚂 New choice for in-depth tours of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in spring and summer 2026: 16-Day Roaming Guide on the Panda Special Train Jinxiu TianfuDay 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, Fish Viewing Platform, boat ride)
Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Wolong Bay)
Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (afternoon tea)

Entering May 2026, Xinjiang tourism gradually enters its peak season. Many tourists have already started planning their spring and summer trips to Xinjiang. Compared to traditional self-driving or regular bus tours, the advantages of traveling on a special tourist train are becoming increasingly prominent: No need to repeatedly pack luggage and switch transportation throughout the journey. Follow the special train to enjoy the diverse landscapes of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, while also enjoying comfortable accommodation and leisure services on the train. This has become a preferred choice for family trips and group travel. Among them, the 16-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang tour route launched by the Panda Special Train Jinxiu Tianfu connects the snowy lake views, grasslands, and forests of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural relics, canyons, and landscapes of Southern Xinjiang, covering the core highlights of many classic Xinjiang travel routes.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 Dwellings, Id Kah Mosque)
Day 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City concert)
Day 14:Turpan → Return (Flaming Mountain, fruit feast, Karez Well)

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Special Train Ticket Center Manager Guo Jing 181 3962 2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as a friend to receive itinerary and pricing.
🌄 Core Coverage Highlights of the RouteDay 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible cultural heritage crafts, sightseeing activities)
Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of itinerary)
💰 Reference Prices and Departure Dates
May 19th Departure
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person

Northern Xinjiang Natural Landscape Belt: The first part of the route starts from Urumqi and heads north to the Altay region, covering three core natural scenic areas: Tianshan Tianchi, Hemu, and Kanas. According to the current 2026 Kanas Scenic Area policy, visitors must book tickets in advance via the official WeChat public account. The scenic area includes three sections: Kanas, Hemu, and Baihaba. During the tour, stay away from cliffs and water edges, and open fires are strictly prohibited outdoors. In case of extreme weather, adjust the tour pace as per the scenic area management requirements. Classic spots within Kanas include the Fish Viewing Platform and the Three Bays (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Wolong Bay). At Hemu, the Haden Observation Deck offers a panoramic view of the village’s morning mist and cooking smoke. The itinerary includes a specially arranged afternoon tea experience to leisurely enjoy the mountain tranquility. After leaving Altay, the special train heads to Sayram Lake, a well-known lake scenic area in Xinjiang. In 2026, advance ticket booking is required for Sayram Lake. The weather around the lake is changeable, so bring a light jacket and rain gear. UV rays are strong, so prepare sunscreen. The itinerary includes a lakeside afternoon tea, allowing visitors to get close to the lake water at Qinshui Beach or overlook the snow-capped mountains and blue lake from the Dianjiangtai. Then, proceed to the Nalati Sky Grassland to experience the vast mountain grassland scenery, followed by a drive along the middle section of the Duku Highway to Kuqa. The Duku Highway opens mainly in spring and summer each year, offering vertically distributed natural landscapes along the way, making it a sought-after road trip route for many tourists.Departures on June 5, 22, July 9, 26, August 12, 29, September 15, 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 for the corresponding departures. Prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with the schedule. The final price is based on the signed contract between both parties.
📞 Registration and Inquiry Methods
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Inquiry phone number and WeChat are the same:181-3962-2229. Specific address can be obtained by contacting customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Description

Southern Xinjiang Cultural Landscape Belt: The latter part of the route enters Southern Xinjiang, first visiting the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon in Kuqa to experience the majestic red canyon landforms, then heading along the southern section of the Duku Highway to Kashgar. Kashgar is the core city of Southern Xinjiang. The Kashgar Old City is currently open year-round for free, a vibrant urban area with many traditional handicraft shops and specialty dining spots. The Id Kah Mosque is one of Kashgar’s iconic landmarks. Adjacent to the old city, the High Platform Dwellings have now opened as a cultural heritage site, where visitors can purchase tickets to experience the unique raw earth architecture and learn about the construction wisdom of traditional settlements. The itinerary also includes a trip to the Tashkurgan direction, covering highland lakes and snow-capped peaks like Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, and Karakul Lake, along with aerial photography and local family visits to experience the unique scenery of the Pamir Plateau. Finally, head to Turpan. The Jiaohe Ancient City is one of the best-preserved raw earth architectural cities in the world. In 2026, the scenic area will occasionally host themed concerts, allowing visitors to feel the historical weight of the Silk Road near the ruins. The Flaming Mountain scenic area offers immersive experience projects. The Karez Well, as a representative of ancient water conservancy projects, now features folk performances and intangible cultural heritage activities, providing deep insights into the life wisdom of the residents of the “Fire Continent.”The cost includes accommodation in the selected special train room type for the corresponding departure, first admission tickets to scenic spots as indicated in the itinerary, meals as specified (including welcome banquet, afternoon tea at various stops, fruit feast, Jiaohe Ancient City concert activities, etc.), local ground transportation as per the itinerary, and basic guide services. The cost does not include personal expenses during the trip, secondary consumption items within scenic areas, or unspecified meal costs. Specific inclusions can be confirmed during inquiry, and the final details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Travel Tips:
Involving weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, tickets, hotel room types, etc., both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
Cancellation and modification rules follow relevant tourism laws and can be confirmed during contract signing.
Xinjiang has vast territory with significant temperature differences between regions. Prepare clothing of different thicknesses, as well as sunscreen, insect repellent, and other items. For high-altitude areas, prepare relevant items based on personal health conditions.
Respect local customs and travel civilly when participating in cultural experience projects along the route.
The special train provides basic services throughout. Different room types have varying space configurations. Visitors with special needs can inform staff in advance during inquiry to try to accommodate reasonable requests.
The entire itinerary has a relaxed pace without excessive rushing. It allows ample time for in-depth exploration of core scenic spots and includes many leisure experience activities, suitable for tourists who want to slowly enjoy Xinjiang’s scenery and culture. In spring and summer 2026, visitor numbers at Xinjiang scenic spots are gradually increasing. Travelers planning trips can inquire in advance to confirm availability and make early travel arrangements.
2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Tourist Special Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase