2026 Splendid Sichuan Express Ticket Purchase Guide Tour Group Pricing Standards and Fee Details
How to buy tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Tourist Train? Tickets for the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Tourist Train must be booked through the official railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Contact Manager Mai to reserve and purchase tickets. Tickets cannot be bought through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, among other steps.
If you want to take the ‘Tianfu’ train on a deep tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, the ticket purchase method is different from regular train tickets. This guide will help clarify the process.
🚂 Understanding the ‘Tianfu’ Train
The ‘Tianfu’ train is a high-end tourist train, operating on a ‘mobile hotel + mobile viewing platform’ model, allowing you to leisurely explore Xinjiang.
Itinerary Pace:It adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ approach to avoid travel fatigue. You will spend multiple nights on the train, and during the day, you’ll have the energy to visit key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Kashgar Old City.
Target Audience:Suitable for tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang in one trip while seeking comfortable accommodation and hassle-free service.
Core Experience:The train itself is a highlight of the journey, offering comfortable cabin accommodations, ample public activity spaces, and connecting Xinjiang’s diverse natural scenery and cultural charm.
🛌 Train Cabins and Room Types
The ‘Tianfu’ train mainly offers two types of high-end, comfortable cabin rooms to meet different travel needs.
Jinta Luxury Double Room
If you want to take the ‘Tianfu’ train on a deep tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, the ticket purchase method is different from regular train tickets. This guide will help clarify the process.Configuration:Approximately 13 sqm, located in a 3-cabin carriage, offering better privacy.
Layout:Twin beds that can be combined into a king-size bed, with a separate wet and dry bathroom.
Facilities:The room features a Song-style sofa and coffee table, a minibar, high-end custom furniture, and toiletries, ensuring high comfort.
Suitable For:Tourists with high demands for space, privacy, and comfort, or families/friends who want to share a room.
Jinwo Quality Double Room
Configuration:Approximately 10 sqm, located in a 4-cabin carriage, with a compact and practical layout.
Layout:Standard double bed, also equipped with a bathroom.
Facilities:Provides basic room facilities to meet the core needs of rest during the journey.
Suitable For:Tourists who value cost-effectiveness or prefer to allocate more budget to the itinerary experience.
Public Area Highlights
🚂 Understanding the ‘Tianfu’ TrainMulti-functional Carriage:Includes a cozy bar car (for sightseeing and karaoke), Panda Paradise (for chess, cards, and tea), and Panda Restaurant (serving Sichuan cuisine and Xinjiang flavors).
Special Services:The entire train is covered by high-speed internet, and features ‘Panda Butler’ and accompanying medical staff for attentive service.
✨ Core Advantages of the Train
Choosing the ‘Tianfu’ train offers unique benefits compared to regular tourist buses:
Direct Access, Hassle-Free:No need to switch transportation throughout the trip; luggage stays with you, allowing you to focus on the scenery.
Comfortable Accommodation, Mobile Hotel:Cabin-style sleeper cars ensure privacy and tranquility during the journey, making it ideal for long-distance travel.
No Shopping Stops, In-Depth Exploration:The itinerary focuses on sightseeing, reducing shopping stops to ensure ample time for exploration.
Senior-Friendly Design, Full Support:The train features anti-slip measures, handrails, call buttons, and other senior-friendly designs, along with medical staff, making it suitable for elderly travelers.
Professional Team, Attentive Service:The ‘Panda Butler’, tour guide, and medical staff have clear roles, providing 24-hour service for a more secure journey.
The ‘Tianfu’ train is a high-end tourist train, operating on a ‘mobile hotel + mobile viewing platform’ model, allowing you to leisurely explore Xinjiang.🗺 ️ 16-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Itinerary Overview
This route uses a ‘day tour, night travel’ model. Below is a brief overview of the daily itinerary:
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi. Start the journey and enjoy the scenery along the way.
Day 2:Urumqi. Attend welcome activities, change status, and prepare to delve into Xinjiang.
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun. Visit Tianshan Tianchi and enjoy the beautiful alpine lake scenery.
Day 4:Beitun → Hemu. Arrive at ‘the last paradise’ and enjoy the morning and evening views of Hemu Village.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center for ticket reservations and purchases. Contact Manager Mai, who has over 10 years of experience. Contact Manager Mai to receive itineraries and quotes.
Day 5:Hemu → Kanas. Explore the Kanas scenic area, climb to Fish Viewing Platform, and take a boat ride on the lake.
Day 6:Kanas → Beitun. Tour Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Crouching Dragon Bay along the Kanas River.
Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea by ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’.
Day 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati. Arrive at the ‘sky grassland’ and feel its vastness and tranquility.
Itinerary Pace: Adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ approach to avoid travel fatigue. You will spend multiple nights on the train, and during the day, you’ll have the energy to visit key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Kashgar Old City.Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa. Drive along the scenic middle section of the Duku Highway.
Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar. Traverse the southern section of the Duku Highway and enjoy canyon landscapes.
Day 11:Kashgar. Head towards Tashkurgan to visit White Sand Lake, Muztagh Ata, and other highland attractions.
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan. Experience the cultural charm of the ancient city and the architectural art of various ethnic groups.
Day 13:Turpan. Attend a special concert at the Jiaohe Ruins and experience a unique atmosphere.
Day 14:Turpan → Return journey. Visit Flaming Mountain, Karez Well, and enjoy a fruit feast.
Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu. Participate in special activities like intangible cultural heritage crafts.
Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu. End of the trip, returning home with memories and photos.
> Reminder:The order and content of the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted based on actual conditions. Please refer to the final arrangement confirmed before departure.
Target Audience: Suitable for tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang in one trip while seeking comfortable accommodation and hassle-free service.💰 Price Information and Departure Dates
Departure Dates
May 19
June 5, 22
July 9, 26
August 12, 29
September 15
October 2 (This departure does not include the Duku Highway section)
Reference Prices
Jinta Luxury Double Room:96,880 RMB/person or 98,880 RMB/person
Core Experience: The train itself is a highlight of the journey, offering comfortable cabin accommodations, ample public activity spaces, and connecting Xinjiang’s diverse natural scenery and cultural charm.Jinwo Quality Double Room:76,880 RMB/person or 78,880 RMB/person
> Price Note:The above are reference prices for some departures in 2026. Actual prices may vary by season, berth type, and specific departure. The final price, inclusions, and discounts are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency.
📝 How to Register and Purchase Tickets
You can inquire and register for the ‘Tianfu’ train trip through the following official channels:
1. Contact the Travel Agency: Inquire and register through the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center.
2. Consultation and Confirmation: Inform the staff of the number of travelers, dates, budget, and special needs (e.g., elderly, children) to receive detailed itinerary materials and quotes.
3. Sign and Pay: After confirming the itinerary, submit ID information, pay a deposit to secure your seat, and sign a formal travel contract filed with the National Tourism Regulatory Platform.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Before departure, the travel agency will provide a trip notice. Please read it carefully and gather on time.
> Important Note:
> * This train is a tourism product operated by the railway travel agency and cannot be purchased through regular platforms like 12306.
> * Please register through official channels, sign a contract, and obtain a formal invoice to protect your rights.
For inquiries about Xinjiang train tours, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center to reserve and purchase tickets. Contact Manager Mai to receive detailed itineraries and quotes.
