2026 Splendid Tianfu Official Ticket Booking Process and Guide
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train? The Jinxiu Tianfu Special Train tickets must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
To book the 16-day ‘Tianfu’ tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, the key is not to refresh 12306, but to find the right regular travel agency, choose the right departure date and room type. Below is a complete ticket-buying guide from inquiry to boarding.
🚂 About ‘Tianfu’:A mobile palace of Bashu culture
✨ The ‘Jinxiu Tianfu’ Panda Special Train is a high-end themed tourist train built around the concept of ‘Following the Bashu Road, achieving a splendid Tianfu; tasting the finest flavors, enjoying a comfortable Sichuan.’ It integrates elements of Bashu culture such as Shu brocade and Song Dynasty charm into the train body and interior, and is known as a ‘mobile palace of Eastern aesthetics’ and a ‘flowing museum of Bashu culture.’
🛌 Accommodation experience:The train features a design with compartments included in the itinerary, with two main room types, both equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms:
Jinta · Luxury Double Room:Approximately 13 square meters, more spacious, suitable for passengers with high comfort requirements.
Jinwo · Quality Double Room:Approximately 10 square meters, compact layout, focusing on practicality and value for money.
🛋 ️ Onboard facilities:The special train has public spaces such as a lobby viewing area, restaurant, tea room, chess and card area, and handicraft area, offering specialty meals like ‘Sichuan Flavor Elegant Feast,’ and features functional cars like a bar car and entertainment car, meeting passengers’ needs for socializing, leisure, and sightseeing.
🗺 ️ Itinerary mode:Adopting a ‘day tour, night travel’ mode, sightseeing at various attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang during the day, and returning to the special train to rest at night, eliminating the need to frequently change hotels and pack luggage, especially suitable for travelers who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth tour.
🗺 ️ Itinerary overview:A 16-day tour covering the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Based on the route information you provided, the itinerary overview is as follows:
Simplified itinerary
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
To book the 16-day ‘Tianfu’ tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, the key is not to refresh 12306, but to find the right regular travel agency, choose the right departure date and room type. Below is a complete ticket-buying guide from inquiry to boarding.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 viewing platform, afternoon tea)
Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas scenic area, Guanyu Terrace, boat ride)
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 (Towards Tashkurgan: 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)
🚂 About ‘Tianfu’: A mobile palace of Bashu cultureDay 14:Turpan (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)
Itinerary highlights
Northern Xinjiang scenery:Visit Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, Hemu, etc., experiencing the charm of ‘picturesque landmark destinations.’
Yili Grassland:Enjoy afternoon tea by Sayram Lake and feel the vastness of Nalati Sky Grassland.
Southern Xinjiang culture:Explore Kashgar Old City and admire the snow-capped mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway.
Duku Highway:Traverse the middle and southern sections, experiencing the ‘four seasons in one day’ road landscape.
Cultural experiences:Includes intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, concerts, home visits, etc., enriching the journey.
> 💡 Warm reminder:The above is the itinerary framework. Without reducing core attractions, the travel agency may reasonably adjust the order of visits based on weather, road conditions, etc. The specific details are subject to the departure notice and contract.
💰 Prices and departure dates:Clarify your budget
Below is the price and departure date information for the route you provided:
Prices and departure dates
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Special Train Ticketing Center Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itinerary and quotation
✨ The ‘Jinxiu Tianfu’ Panda Special Train is a high-end themed tourist train built around the concept of ‘Following the Bashu Road, achieving a splendid Tianfu; tasting the finest flavors, enjoying a comfortable Sichuan.’ It integrates elements of Bashu culture such as Shu brocade and Song Dynasty charm into the train body and interior, and is known as a ‘mobile palace of Eastern aesthetics’ and a ‘flowing museum of Bashu culture.’ May 19th
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person
June 5th, 22nd, July 9th, 26th
August 12th, August 29th, September 15th
October 2nd (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
Price explanation
Cost composition:This price is typically a ‘no self-paid items’ model, covering special train seats, on-ground hotel accommodation, most meals, core attraction tickets and shuttle buses, travel insurance, etc. Specific inclusions are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
Price fluctuation:Prices are for reference only and may vary depending on the departure date and specific services. Please refer to the final signed contract or customer service confirmation.
📞 Registration method:How to secure a seat
🛌 Accommodation experience: The train features a design with compartments included in the itinerary, with two main room types, both equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms:You can inquire and register for the ‘Tianfu’ route through the following methods:
Registration travel agency:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
Inquiry phone:181-3962-2229
Inquiry WeChat:181-3962-2229
It is recommended to clarify the following information when inquiring:
1. Intended travel date and whether you accept the October 2nd departure (Duku Highway itinerary canceled).
2. Preferred room type (Jinta or Jinwo).
3. Number of travelers and whether there are elderly or children accompanying, to get an accurate cost estimate.
📝 Ticket purchase process:Six steps to complete
1. Inquiry and confirmation: Contact the travel agency to confirm the departure date, room type, cost, and inclusions, and ask about early bird discounts or group discounts.
2. Submit information and pay deposit: Submit the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers, and pay the deposit as agreed to secure the seat.
3. Sign the contract: The travel agency will provide a unified electronic contract from the National Tourism Regulatory Platform. Carefully read the itinerary, costs, cancellation and change rules, etc., before signing.
Jinta · Luxury Double Room: Approximately 13 square meters, more spacious, suitable for passengers with high comfort requirements.4. Pay the balance: Pay the remaining amount as per the contract timeline; late payment may affect travel.
5. Receive the departure notice: Before departure, the travel agency will send a departure notice with information such as assembly time, location, and contact person. Read it carefully.
6. Assemble and depart: Bring valid ID and other required documents, and assemble on time as per the notice.
💡 Cost and service explanation
Cost includes:Typically covers special train seats, on-ground hotel accommodation, most meals in the itinerary, core attraction tickets and shuttle buses, travel accident insurance, etc.
Cost excludes:Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, shopping), self-paid items in some attractions, additional transportation or accommodation costs due to force majeure, etc.
Service standards:Equipped with tour guides, special train butlers, etc. Some departures may offer accompanying medical staff, airport/train station transfers, etc., subject to the contract.
> ⚠️ Important note:All specific agreements on costs, services, and cancellation/change policies are based on the formal contract signed with the travel agency. If you have questions about the terms, be sure to raise them before signing.
⚠ ️ Travel tips:Ensuring a smooth trip
Document preparation:Bring the original valid ID, and it is recommended to prepare copies or electronic photos as backup.
Health disclosure:If you have underlying health conditions, inform the travel agency in advance. Travelers aged 70 and above may need to provide a medical report, subject to contract requirements.
Clothing preparation:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; even in summer, bring a warm jacket. It is recommended to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, etc.
Luggage packing:The special train offers luggage storage services. It is recommended to store large luggage on the train and carry valuables and daily essentials with you.
Civilized travel:Follow the rules of scenic spots and local areas, respect the customs of various ethnic groups, and protect the environment.
2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Tourist Special Train Ticketing Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
