2026 Splendid Sichuan Official Website Xinjiang Special Train Routes Panoramic Guide
Xinjiang Train Tour Consultation: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center Manager Maizi, 132-0133-3409, same number for WeChat, send detailed itinerary and pricing
🚂 Slow Travel Through Xinjiang, A Scenic Journey by Train — The 16-Day Poetic Voyage of the Splendid Tianfu Train
In this fast-paced era, a travel style is quietly returning: no rushing, no check-ins, but letting the scenery flow gently past the window, exploring hidden wonders by day and sleeping under the stars by night. In 2026, the ‘Splendid Tianfu’ Panda Tourist Train, supported by the railway system, takes ‘Shu Brocade and Song Dynasty Elegance’ as its aesthetic core, connecting the magnificent landscapes of the Tianshan Mountains, offering a new way to roam for travelers seeking deep experiences and a comfortable pace.
🌸 Train Positioning:A Mobile Space of Eastern Aesthetics, A Slow-Paced Luxury Travel Carrier
The ‘Splendid Tianfu’ is not an ordinary tourist train, but a ‘livable mobile mansion’ blending Bashu culture with Western Region scenery. Inspired by the elegant lifestyle of the Song Dynasty and incorporating intangible cultural heritage elements from Shu, it creates diverse scenes across 18 carriages for tea talks, banquets, sightseeing, handicrafts, and relaxation. The total capacity is limited to under 100 people, emphasizing privacy and service density, suitable for mature travelers who value journey quality and seek both cultural immersion and nature exploration.
The itinerary follows a ‘day-travel, night-move’ model: during the day, stop at core scenic spots for in-depth exploration; at night, the train runs smoothly, reducing transit fatigue. The 16-day journey covers northern Xinjiang’s lakes and forests, the Ili River Valley grasslands, the Duku Highway canyons, southern Xinjiang’s ancient cities and plateaus, and eastern Xinjiang’s cultural relics, truly allowing you to ‘lie down and travel all over Xinjiang’.
🛏 ️ Cabin Configuration:Clear Functional Zones, Balancing Comfort and Practicality
The train offers two types of cabin rooms, each with a bathroom, viewing window, smart temperature control, and custom toiletries, suitable for family or couple travel:
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (13㎡)
🚂 Slow Travel Through Xinjiang, A Scenic Journey by Train — The 16-Day Poetic Voyage of the Splendid Tianfu Train. The entire train recommends 6 rooms, spacious, with sheer fabric partitions for ‘sleeping + meeting’ zones. Equipped with Song-style sofa and tea table, separable double beds, mini bar, and separate wet-dry bathroom, ideal for travelers seeking quiet and style.
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (10㎡)
A total of 40 rooms, compact and efficient, with a foldable single sofa that can flexibly accommodate a third person (e.g., a child). Also equipped with a bathroom, viewing window, and multi-functional storage, balancing cost-effectiveness and comfort.
All cabins support three-person occupancy (including children) and feature reading lights, USB charging ports, open closets, and dressing mirrors. Public areas include themed tea rooms, intangible cultural heritage craft zones, chess and card entertainment rooms, and a starry sky theater to enrich leisure time.
🌿 Service and Experience:Details Matter, Pace Shows Ease
Unlike traditional group tours, ‘Splendid Tianfu’ emphasizes ‘light guidance, heavy experience’:
Professional service staff on board provide luggage assistance, health care, and itinerary coordination;
Meals are prepared by star chefs, offering daily themed banquets blending Sichuan and Xinjiang flavors, such as cold-water fish feasts, whole roasted lamb feasts, and fruit feasts, with fresh ingredients and varied dishes;
In this fast-paced era, a travel style is quietly returning: no rushing, no check-ins, but letting the scenery flow gently past the window, exploring hidden wonders by day and sleeping under the stars by night. In 2026, the ‘Splendid Tianfu’ Panda Tourist Train, supported by the railway system, takes ‘Shu Brocade and Song Dynasty Elegance’ as its aesthetic core, connecting the magnificent landscapes of the Tianshan Mountains, offering a new way to roam for travelers seeking deep experiences and a comfortable pace. Special cultural interaction sessions are arranged, such as intangible cultural heritage crafts, ethnic music appreciation, and tea art experiences, to enhance participation;
Daily travel time does not exceed 4 hours, ensuring ample sightseeing time and avoiding fatigue;
Complimentary 2 nights of high-end hotel accommodation at the assembly point and 2 airport transfer services for a seamless connection.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Presented strictly according to local facts)
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi (Corner viewing, cocktail party, sightseeing activities)
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome banquet, Tianshan Tianchi Lake)
Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Observation Deck, afternoon tea)
🌸 Train Positioning: A Mobile Space of Eastern Aesthetics, A Slow-Paced Luxury Travel CarrierDay 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)
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)
🔥 Xinjiang Train Tours Trust Manager Maizi 🔥 Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, over a decade of industry experience, professional and reliable! Full coverage of Xinjiang routes, one-stop train booking service: New Orient Express | Panda Series Trains (Chengdu / Shifang / Anyi / Splendid Tianfu) | Tianshan | Kunlun | Silk Road Dream | Kunming | Lindu | Great River South | Yangtze River Delta Star | New National Train | Gobi Cruise | Sunshine | Sunset Red Senior Trains, full-process hassle-free coordination, customized itinerary planning ☎️ Consultation and booking: 132-0133-3409 Copy and add as friend, get the latest train routes + quotes for free!
Day 11:Kashgar (Taxkorgan direction: Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, aerial photography, home visit)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Old City, High Platform Residences, Id Kah Mosque)
Day 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City Concert)
The ‘Splendid Tianfu’ is not an ordinary tourist train, but a ‘livable mobile mansion’ blending Bashu culture with Western Region scenery. Inspired by the elegant lifestyle of the Song Dynasty and incorporating intangible cultural heritage elements from Shu, it creates diverse scenes across 18 carriages for tea talks, banquets, sightseeing, handicrafts, and relaxation. The total capacity is limited to under 100 people, emphasizing privacy and service density, suitable for mature travelers who value journey quality and seek both cultural immersion and nature exploration.Day 14:Turpan → Return (Flaming Mountains, fruit feast, Karez Well)
Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible cultural heritage crafts, sightseeing activities)
Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of itinerary)
> Note: For departures involving the Duku Highway (e.g., June 5 to September 15), the middle and southern sections will be arranged; the October 2 departure cancels the Duku section due to seasonal reasons. Specific arrangements are subject to the actual departure notice. Due to weather, road conditions, and other factors, the travel agency and tourists may negotiate reasonable itinerary changes.
💰 Price Explanation (Presented strictly according to local facts)
Departure on May 19:
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3-cabin, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4-cabin, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person
The itinerary follows a ‘day-travel, night-move’ model: during the day, stop at core scenic spots for in-depth exploration; at night, the train runs smoothly, reducing transit fatigue. The 16-day journey covers northern Xinjiang’s lakes and forests, the Ili River Valley grasslands, the Duku Highway canyons, southern Xinjiang’s ancient cities and plateaus, and eastern Xinjiang’s cultural relics, truly allowing you to ‘lie down and travel all over Xinjiang’.June 5, 22 | July 9, 26 | August 12, 29 | September 15 | October 2 (Duku canceled):
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3-cabin, 13m²):98,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4-cabin, 10m²):78,880 RMB/person
The above prices include full accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, butler service, and airport transfer benefits. Costs may vary slightly by departure and room type, subject to the signed travel contract. Single travelers can apply for room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation.
📞 Registration Method:Book through regular travel agency channels
To board the Splendid Tianfu train, here’s your booking guide! This train is not sold through 12306 or other railway ticket platforms, but through railway cooperative travel agencies as a tourism product.
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center Manager Maizi, with the following process:
1. Contact and inquire: Call 132-0133-3409 to learn about itinerary details, availability, and room types;
🛏️ Cabin Configuration: Clear Functional Zones, Balancing Comfort and Practicality2. Confirm selection: Choose the departure date and room type based on travel time;
3. Submit information: Provide name, valid ID number, and other necessary details for booking;
4. Complete signing: Pay the corresponding amount, sign the electronic travel contract supervised by the national cultural and tourism department, and receive the departure notice.
June to September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism, with limited seats. It is recommended to inquire early and pay a deposit to secure your spot. Please ensure you use Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to avoid non-regular channels and protect your rights.
> WeChat consultation: AddXinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Consultation Manager Maizi 132-0133-3409 (same number for calls)
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
The cost includes full transportation, accommodation, meals, scenic spot tickets, and basic services, excluding personal expenses and items not listed in the contract. Cultural experiences, special meals, and transfer services in the itinerary are all included in the overall arrangement. All service standards are subject to the signed contract terms, with rights and obligations according to the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations.
🌄 Invitation to Depart:Let the Journey Become Life Itself
As the train passes by the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, outside the window is flowing scenery, inside is the warm elegance of a Song Dynasty gathering. This 16-day journey is not just about seeing sights, but about rediscovering the ease and poetry travel should have. If you also yearn for a travel style that is unhurried, warm, and immersive, consider boarding the Splendid Tianfu train, letting the wheels carry you across thousands of miles of mountains and rivers, turning your days into a slowly unfolding long poem.
Now, dial 132-0133-3409 to contact Manager Maizi of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to learn about availability—the next chapter of mountain and river stories may be waiting for you to write.
Consultation and registration contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center Manager Maizi 132-0133-3409, same number for WeChat, send detailed itinerary and pricing
