Splendid Sichuan Panda Special Train 2026 Ticket Prices and Booking Methods
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda-themed train? The Jinxiu Tianfu special train tickets can only be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channels: 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 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.
🚂 In early summer 2026, Xinjiang tourism is gradually entering its peak season. Many travelers planning to visit Xinjiang are looking for products that cover the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang while avoiding frequent transfers and loose itineraries. The ‘Tianfu’ 16-day special train for northern and southern Xinjiang is a suitable choice for such needs. This special train route connects over a dozen distinctive spots, including alpine lakes, grasslands, and forests in northern Xinjiang, as well as canyon landscapes and ancient city culture in southern Xinjiang. The entire journey uses the special train as a mobile accommodation carrier, eliminating the hassle of packing luggage daily and changing hotels, offering higher travel comfort.
🌿 Introduction to Core Route Spots
This route covers multiple well-established tourist spots in both northern and southern Xinjiang, offering corresponding landscape experiences depending on the season:
▫️ Tianshan Tianchi is located in the middle section of the Tianshan Mountains, featuring a typical alpine lake landscape. Snow peaks, spruce trees, and the lake are often framed together. The scenic area is at a relatively high altitude, with noticeable temperature differences compared to the city—cooler in the morning and evening, and stronger sunlight at noon. It’s recommended to bring layered clothing and wear non-slip sports shoes suitable for the lakeside boardwalks and some gravel paths.
▫️ Hemu and Kanas scenic areas are core spots in northern Xinjiang, with the peak season from May to October. The scenic area implements a ‘no reservation, no entry’ policy, with limited daily capacity during peak season. The special train operator will coordinate group reservations to reduce the hassle for individual travelers and lower the risk of being unable to enter due to unsuccessful reservations. The Haden Observation Deck in Hemu offers a panoramic view of the entire village, while Kanas’s Three Bays (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Crouching Dragon Bay) and the Fish Viewing Platform are classic viewpoints. Visitors can also take a boat ride to enjoy the lake scenery.
▫️ Sayram Lake is known as an alpine cold-water lake. Wildflowers bloom in succession on the lakeside grasslands in spring and summer. The scenic area has multiple designated stops, and the itinerary includes a lakeside afternoon tea experience. Nalati Sky Grassland is at a high altitude, with fresh grass greening in late spring and early summer, offering expansive views.
▫️ Duku Highway is a scenic road connecting northern and southern Xinjiang. It is expected to fully open by the end of May 2026, allowing vehicles with 7 seats or fewer. There are fixed daily passage times. The itinerary includes experiences on the middle and southern sections of the Duku Highway. For the October 2nd departure, due to changes in the highway’s opening period, the Duku Highway section will be canceled and replaced with alternative routes to ensure the travel experience.
🚂 In early summer 2026, Xinjiang tourism is gradually entering its peak season. Many travelers planning to visit Xinjiang are looking for products that cover the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang while avoiding frequent transfers and loose itineraries. The ‘Tianfu’ 16-day special train for northern and southern Xinjiang is a suitable choice for such needs. This special train route connects over a dozen distinctive spots, including alpine lakes, grasslands, and forests in northern Xinjiang, as well as canyon landscapes and ancient city culture in southern Xinjiang. The entire journey uses the special train as a mobile accommodation carrier, eliminating the hassle of packing luggage daily and changing hotels, offering higher travel comfort. ▫️ Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon is located near Kuqa, with red sandstone rock formations shaped by long-term wind and water erosion, creating a unique canyon landscape. Walking through it, you can feel the traces of geological movements.
▫️ The Kashgar area includes spots like Kashgar Old City, Gaotai Folk Houses, and Id Kah Mosque, as well as high-altitude lakes and snow mountain landscapes in the Taxkorgan direction, such as Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, and Karakul Lake. Kashgar Old City is a living neighborhood with residents, featuring many traditional handicraft workshops and specialty dining spots in its alleys. Gaotai Folk Houses, after protective restoration, are open to the public as a cultural heritage site, offering an intuitive feel of traditional settlement architecture.
▫️ The Turpan area includes spots like Jiaohe Ancient City, Flaming Mountain, and Karez Well. The itinerary also features special experiences such as a concert at Jiaohe Ancient City and a fruit banquet. The Karez Well is an ancient underground water conservancy project still in use today. Flaming Mountain is one of the hottest areas in China, with high surface temperatures in summer, so visitors should prepare for sun protection and cooling.
▫️ The special train offers two room types for passengers to choose from. The Jin Ta Luxury Double Room features a 3-compartment design with an area of about 13 square meters, offering more space. The Jin Wo Quality Double Room features a 4-compartment design with an area of about 10 square meters, catering to different travel budgets.
🗺 ️ Simplified Itinerary
▫️ Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
▫️ Day 2:Urumqi (Corner viewing, cocktail party, sightseeing activities)
▫️ Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome banquet, Tianshan Tianchi)
🌿 Introduction to Core Route Spots▫️ 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, Crouching Dragon 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 (Taxkorgan direction: Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, aerial photography, home visit)
This route covers multiple well-established tourist spots in both northern and southern Xinjiang, offering corresponding landscape experiences depending on the season:▫️ Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Old City, Gaotai Folk Houses, Id Kah Mosque)
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▫️ Day 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City Concert)
▫️ Day 14:Turpan → Return (Flaming Mountain, Fruit Banquet, Karez Well)
▫️ Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible cultural heritage handicraft, sightseeing activities)
▫️ Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of itinerary)
Tips:The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, scenic area opening policies, traffic controls, etc., with mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation
▫️ May 19th Departure
▫️ Tianshan Tianchi is located in the middle section of the Tianshan Mountains, featuring a typical alpine lake landscape. Snow peaks, spruce trees, and the lake are often framed together. The scenic area is at a relatively high altitude, with noticeable temperature differences compared to the city—cooler in the morning and evening, and stronger sunlight at noon. It’s recommended to bring layered clothing and wear non-slip sports shoes suitable for the lakeside boardwalks and some gravel paths.Jin Ta Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Jin Wo Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person
▫️ June 5th, 22nd, July 9th, 26th, August 12th, 29th, September 15th, October 2nd (Duku canceled) Departures
Jin Ta Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):98,880 RMB/person
Jin Wo Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):78,880 RMB/person
The above are reference prices. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on departure dates and market supply and demand. Please refer to the contract or confirm with consultation on the day.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For inquiries, call the hotline at 181-3962-2229 or add the same WeChat ID 181-3962-2229 to learn about departure availability, itinerary details, and more. For address-related questions, contact customer service directly.
▫️ Hemu and Kanas scenic areas are core spots in northern Xinjiang, with the peak season from May to October. The scenic area implements a ‘no reservation, no entry’ policy, with limited daily capacity during peak season. The special train operator will coordinate group reservations to reduce the hassle for individual travelers and lower the risk of being unable to enter due to unsuccessful reservations. The Haden Observation Deck in Hemu offers a panoramic view of the entire village, while Kanas’s Three Bays (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Crouching Dragon Bay) and the Fish Viewing Platform are classic viewpoints. Visitors can also take a boat ride to enjoy the lake scenery.📋 Cost and Service Explanation
The cost includes the special train accommodation for the selected room type, first admission tickets for scenic spots indicated in the itinerary, meals and experience items indicated in the itinerary (including welcome banquet, cocktail party, afternoon tea at various spots, fruit banquet, Jiaohe Ancient City concert, intangible cultural heritage handicraft experience, etc.), local ground transportation within the itinerary, and guide service fees.
The cost does not include personal consumption, optional activities outside the itinerary, or other expenses incurred due to personal reasons.
Specific service content and cost details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Pre-departure Tips:
1. Xinjiang has significant temperature differences between day and night, and noticeable temperature variations at different altitudes. It is recommended to bring layered windproof jackets, lightweight warm clothing, long pants, non-slip sports shoes, as well as high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and sun hats to cope with strong sunlight.
2. Some high-altitude areas may pose physical strain for visitors with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular conditions. Before departure, confirm that your physical condition is suitable for the itinerary’s intensity, and carry common medications as needed.
3. During the tour, please respect local customs and follow scenic area regulations. Do not trample vegetation or litter, and help maintain the travel environment.
4. Matters related to cancellations and refunds will be handled in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China,’ ‘Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China,’ and other relevant laws to protect the rights of both parties.
2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Tourism Special Train Ticketing 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
