Xinjiang Splendid Tianfu Panda Tourism Special Train Booking Official 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 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.
🚂 The brand-new “Panda Special Train · Jinxiu Tianfu” 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, launching in April 2026, is a high-quality special train product attracting significant attention in the recent tourism market. This tourist train, empowered by the unique culture of Sichuan, is designed with the core concept of Chinese-style “Shu Brocade and Song Dynasty Charm,” blending cute panda elements with elegant Song Dynasty aesthetics. Stepping into the carriage, you can immediately feel a strong cultural atmosphere, making it a mobile living aesthetics space. For tourists who want to visit the core scenic spots of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go without the hassle of frequent hotel changes and long-distance self-driving, this is a very suitable travel choice.
First, let’s understand the basic configuration of this special train: The entire train consists of 18 carriages with a total of 46 guest rooms, including 2 carriages of the Jin Ta luxury room type, 10 carriages of the Jin Wo quality room type, plus the Jin Ya multifunctional welcome carriage, Jin Shi multifunctional dining car, and Jin Ji entertainment landscape car. It is also equipped with a professional kitchen and living carriage, staff dormitory carriage, and generator car to ensure stable and comfortable operation throughout the journey. The special train service team is fully staffed, with dual tour guides, a dedicated train butler, and 24-hour baggage attendants, seamlessly connecting ground tours with the train itinerary. Medical staff accompany the entire journey, providing timely assistance in case of sudden discomfort during the trip, so you don’t need to worry too much about health security.
This 16-day itinerary connects more than ten distinctive locations across northern and southern Xinjiang, covering various landscape types such as plateau lakes, mountain grasslands, canyon landforms, ancient city culture, and Silk Road relics. It also incorporates rich interactive activities like cocktail parties, specialty afternoon teas, the Jiaohe Ancient City Concert, and intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences, allowing tourists not only to enjoy the scenery but also to deeply experience the local characteristic culture. Based on the latest opening information for Xinjiang scenic spots in 2026, starting from May, all series of scenic spots including Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Turpan have been normally open. Among them, Tianshan Tianchi implements a one-ticket-two-day policy in 2026, allowing entry on the day of ticket verification and the following day. During the peak season (April 1 to October 31), the ticket price is 95 yuan/person. Kanas and Hemu scenic spots have canceled reservation requirements in 2026. Tourists can purchase tickets in advance through online channels or buy tickets on-site at the visitor center window or self-service ticket machines for direct entry. After May 1, they switch to summer operation mode, with opening and closing hours from 8:00 to 20:00. The service coverage of scenic area shuttle buses and village buses extends to 24:00, allowing tourists to arrange their own time to watch special landscapes like morning mist and starry skies. Due to weather and geological conditions, the Duku Highway is expected to resume traffic in mid-June 2026 and enter a winter closure period after October. Therefore, the itinerary for the October 2 departure will cancel the Duku section, and the schedule will be reasonably adjusted based on actual conditions to ensure the tour experience.
📋 The simplified itinerary for this route is as follows. In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, or scenic spot policy changes, the itinerary can be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement:
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi (Yue Jiaojiao, Cocktail Party, Sightseeing Activities)
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome Banquet, Tianshan Tianchi)
🚂 The brand-new “Panda Special Train · Jinxiu Tianfu” 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, launching in April 2026, is a high-quality special train product attracting significant attention in the recent tourism market. This tourist train, empowered by the unique culture of Sichuan, is designed with the core concept of Chinese-style “Shu Brocade and Song Dynasty Charm,” blending cute panda elements with elegant Song Dynasty aesthetics. Stepping into the carriage, you can immediately feel a strong cultural atmosphere, making it a mobile living aesthetics space. For tourists who want to visit the core scenic spots of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go without the hassle of frequent hotel changes and long-distance self-driving, this is a very suitable travel choice.Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Observation Deck, Afternoon Tea)
Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas Scenic Area, Guanyu Terrace, 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)
First, let’s understand the basic configuration of this special train: The entire train consists of 18 carriages with a total of 46 guest rooms, including 2 carriages of the Jin Ta luxury room type, 10 carriages of the Jin Wo quality room type, plus the Jin Ya multifunctional welcome carriage, Jin Shi multifunctional dining car, and Jin Ji entertainment landscape car. It is also equipped with a professional kitchen and living carriage, staff dormitory carriage, and generator car to ensure stable and comfortable operation throughout the journey. The special train service team is fully staffed, with dual tour guides, a dedicated train butler, and 24-hour baggage attendants, seamlessly connecting ground tours with the train itinerary. Medical staff accompany the entire journey, providing timely assistance in case of sudden discomfort during the trip, so you don’t need to worry too much about health security.Day 11:Kashgar (Towards Taxian: 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 Journey (Flaming Mountains, Fruit Feast, Karez Well)
Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicraft, Sightseeing Activities)
Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of Itinerary)
💰 The reference prices for this route are as follows. Prices and availability may vary with the departure date. Please refer to the contract or confirm with customer service for details:
This 16-day itinerary connects more than ten distinctive locations across northern and southern Xinjiang, covering various landscape types such as plateau lakes, mountain grasslands, canyon landforms, ancient city culture, and Silk Road relics. It also incorporates rich interactive activities like cocktail parties, specialty afternoon teas, the Jiaohe Ancient City Concert, and intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences, allowing tourists not only to enjoy the scenery but also to deeply experience the local characteristic culture. Based on the latest opening information for Xinjiang scenic spots in 2026, starting from May, all series of scenic spots including Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Turpan have been normally open. Among them, Tianshan Tianchi implements a one-ticket-two-day policy in 2026, allowing entry on the day of ticket verification and the following day. During the peak season (April 1 to October 31), the ticket price is 95 yuan/person. Kanas and Hemu scenic spots have canceled reservation requirements in 2026. Tourists can purchase tickets in advance through online channels or buy tickets on-site at the visitor center window or self-service ticket machines for direct entry. After May 1, they switch to summer operation mode, with opening and closing hours from 8:00 to 20:00. The service coverage of scenic area shuttle buses and village buses extends to 24:00, allowing tourists to arrange their own time to watch special landscapes like morning mist and starry skies. Due to weather and geological conditions, the Duku Highway is expected to resume traffic in mid-June 2026 and enter a winter closure period after October. Therefore, the itinerary for the October 2 departure will cancel the Duku section, and the schedule will be reasonably adjusted based on actual conditions to ensure the tour experience.May 19
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Jin Ta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 yuan/person
Jin Wo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 yuan/person
June 5, 22 July 9, 26
August 12, August 29 September 15
October 2 (Duku canceled)
Jin Ta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):98,880 yuan/person
📋 The simplified itinerary for this route is as follows. In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, or scenic spot policy changes, the itinerary can be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement:Jin Wo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):78,880 yuan/person
The above are reference prices. The final fee is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method:
Interested tourists can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline:181-3962-2229 (same as WeChat). For specific offline store addresses, please consult customer service.
📝 Fee and Service Description:
Reference fee includes: Accommodation on the special train for the corresponding room type, first admission tickets for scenic spots indicated in the itinerary, meals and special experience activities indicated in the itinerary, ground transportation during the tour, guide and train butler service fees, and basic travel accident insurance.
Reference fee does not include: Round-trip transportation from the tourist’s location to Chengdu/Lanzhou, self-paid activities within scenic spots (such as paid experiences other than the Kanas boat tour, private sightseeing cars within scenic spots, etc.), personal consumption expenses, and all expenses incurred from activities arranged outside the itinerary.
Day 1: Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi. The specific inclusions and exclusions are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract.
In terms of service, the special train provides 24-hour butler service throughout the journey, responding promptly to reasonable needs of tourists. Ground tour sections use compliant operating vehicles driven by experienced drivers for transfers. The itinerary is arranged with a suitable pace, reserving sufficient time for sightseeing at each scenic spot without rushing. In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, policies, scenic spot openings, or schedule changes, the itinerary can be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement. Cancellation and modification rules follow relevant laws and regulations such as the Tourism Law and Contract Law to protect the legitimate rights and interests of both parties.
🔔 Travel Tips:
Valid identification documents must be carried at all times, as identity verification is required for all entry, check-in, and boarding procedures. It is recommended to also store electronic copies of the documents on your phone for emergencies. The itinerary involves border areas in the Taxian direction, requiring a border pass in advance. You can also consult the travel agency staff after registration for assistance with relevant document processing.
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even for summer travel in July and August, it is recommended to bring light jackets, long pants, and other warm clothing. Some high-altitude areas have lower temperatures, so an extra thick jacket may be needed. Additionally, the local UV intensity is high and the climate is dry. It is recommended to prepare high-SPF sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, lip balm, moisturizing cream, and other items for sun protection and hydration.
Xinjiang has a time difference of about 2 hours compared to inland China, with a relatively delayed daily routine. Meal and sightseeing times will be adjusted according to local time. You can adjust your routine a few days in advance to adapt to the time difference.
Local cuisine is diverse, with staple foods mainly consisting of noodles and lamb/beef. Based on personal taste, you can prepare common gastrointestinal medications in advance and respect local dietary customs during meals.
When visiting scenic spots, please comply with relevant management regulations, protect the natural environment, do not litter, and do not enter areas not open to the public to avoid danger.
If you encounter any issues during the trip, you can contact the accompanying tour guide or train butler at any time to resolve problems through friendly negotiation.
2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Tourist Special Train Ticket Center Hotline: 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.

