How to Sign Up for Jinxiu Tianfu and Where to Buy Official Tickets

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Hao Panda Special Train? Tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Hao Special Train must be purchased through the railway’s professional and正规 travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229. They 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.
🚞 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Hao Luxury Special Train 16-Day Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: A New Choice for Slow Travel to Enjoy the Scenery
Recently, many friends have been asking about visiting all the core attractions of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one go without having to drag luggage and change hotels or endure long drives every day. This luxury special train route, designed for comfortable travel, perfectly meets these needs. The entire journey follows the classic route through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, connecting diverse landscapes such as grasslands, lakes, snow-capped mountains, canyons, ancient cities, and Gobi deserts. There’s no need to frequently change accommodation, and large luggage can be stored in the special train carriage throughout the trip, making it much more relaxing.
✨ Key Highlights of the Route
This special train itinerary covers more than ten core scenic spots in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, each offering a unique experience:
As one of Xinjiang’s iconic scenic spots, Tianshan Tianchi has introduced multiple ticket discount policies for 2026. Eligible seniors, students, medical workers, teachers, and other groups can enjoy corresponding reductions. The scenic area implements a one-ticket, two-day policy, allowing for a more relaxed schedule. The lake is surrounded by spruce forests, with the distant Bogda Peak covered in year-round snow. The lake surface displays different colors under varying light conditions at different times of the day.
The Hemu and Kanas area is a core component of Northern Xinjiang’s scenery. Kanas Scenic Area implements an online reservation and ticket purchase system, so travelers should understand the reservation rules in advance. Hemu Village’s wooden houses are scattered across the river valley, and the Haden Observation Deck offers a panoramic view of the village’s morning mist. The three bays of Kanas Lake (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Wolong Bay) each have their own characteristics. The vegetation is lush in summer and the forests are colorful in autumn, offering different landscapes depending on the visit time.
Sayram Lake is known as the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic.’ In 2026, visitors can enter through the East Gate, which has more complete facilities. The lake loop is about 90 kilometers. From June to August, wildflowers bloom on the West Sea Grassland, while in winter, special sights like blue ice and ice push can be seen. By the lake, you can also taste the specialty high white salmon. The itinerary includes a lakeside afternoon tea, allowing you to leisurely enjoy the lake breeze and mountain scenery.
Nalati Sky Grassland has an average altitude of over 2,000 meters. The grassland is open and gentle, with distant snow-capped mountains as a backdrop. In summer, various wildflowers dot the landscape, making it a favorite spot for many photography enthusiasts.

🚞2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Hao Luxury Special Train 16-Day Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: A New Choice for Slow Travel to Enjoy the Scenery. The Duku Highway is a scenic thoroughfare connecting Northern and Southern Xinjiang, recommended to be open during part of the summer. The itinerary includes visits to the middle and southern sections of the Duku Highway, allowing you to experience the vertical zonal landscape changes from grasslands to canyons to Gobi deserts, with rich scenic layers. For the October 2nd departure, due to traffic restrictions, the Duku Highway-related visits are canceled and will be replaced with other scenic spots of the same level.
The Southern Xinjiang part of the itinerary covers two core areas: Kashgar and Turpan. Kashgar Ancient City has crisscrossing streets and alleys, preserving traditional residential architecture and lifestyle. The Id Kah Mosque and Gaotai Ancient Dwellings are near the ancient city. Heading towards Tashkurgan County, you can see highland landscapes like Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, and Karakul Lake. The lake is clear, reflecting the distant snow-capped mountains, making it ideal for aerial photography.
The scenic spots in the Turpan area have both natural and cultural attributes. The Flaming Mountains have high temperatures in summer. The Karez Well is an underground irrigation project created by ancient laborers. The Jiaohe Ancient City is a well-preserved earth-built city site. The itinerary specially arranges a concert at Jiaohe Ancient City and a special fruit banquet, allowing you to experience both historical heritage and local cuisine.
📝 Simplified Itinerary
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi (Yuejiaojiao, cocktail party, sightseeing activities)
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome banquet, Tianshan Tianchi)
Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Observation Deck, afternoon tea)

Recently, many friends have been asking about visiting all the core attractions of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one go without having to drag luggage and change hotels or endure long drives every day. This luxury special train route, designed for comfortable travel, perfectly meets these needs. The entire journey follows the classic route through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, connecting diverse landscapes such as grasslands, lakes, snow-capped mountains, canyons, ancient cities, and Gobi deserts. There’s no need to frequently change accommodation, and large luggage can be stored in the special train carriage throughout the trip, making it much more relaxing.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 (Tashkurgan direction: Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, aerial photography, home visit)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Ancient City, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, Id Kah Mosque)

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✨ Key Highlights of the RouteDay 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City Concert)
Day 14:Turpan → Return (Flaming Mountains, Fruit Banquet, Karez Well)
Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, sightseeing activities)
Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of itinerary)
💰 Price Description
May 19th Departure:
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person

This special train itinerary covers more than ten core scenic spots in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, each offering a unique experience:June 5th, 22nd, July 9th, 26th, August 12th, 29th, September 15th, October 2nd (Duku Highway canceled) Departures:
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):98,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):78,880 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. The final price and availability are subject to confirmation in the contract and by customer service, and may fluctuate with departure dates. The final price is based on the content of the signed travel contract between both parties.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Contact number:181-3962-2229, same as WeChat: 181-3962-2229. For specific offline locations, please consult customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Description
The reference cost for this route includes the following:

As one of Xinjiang’s iconic scenic spots, Tianshan Tianchi has introduced multiple ticket discount policies for 2026. Eligible seniors, students, medical workers, teachers, and other groups can enjoy corresponding reductions. The scenic area implements a one-ticket, two-day policy, allowing for a more relaxed schedule. The lake is surrounded by spruce forests, with the distant Bogda Peak covered in year-round snow. The lake surface displays different colors under varying light conditions at different times of the day.Full accommodation on the special train for the corresponding room type, with rooms equipped with basic living facilities to meet daily needs.
First admission tickets for all scenic spots marked in the itinerary. Groups eligible for scenic area discounts should inform customer service before departure, and the corresponding difference will be refunded based on the actual situation.
Meals marked in the itinerary, including welcome banquet, specialty afternoon tea, fruit banquet, and catering for the Jiaohe Ancient City Concert, allowing you to taste local cuisines from different regions.
Ground transportation transfer costs within the itinerary, with round-trip transportation between scenic spots arranged uniformly by the travel agency.
Certified tour guide service fees, with guides introducing relevant background and visiting precautions for each scenic spot along the way.
Basic travel accident insurance costs. You can purchase additional insurance products based on personal needs before departure.
Specific included and excluded items are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract. Please carefully review the contract content before departure to confirm all rights and responsibilities are clear.
Affected by force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, scenic area opening policies, and schedule changes, both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. Cancellation and modification rules will follow the relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ to protect the legitimate rights and interests of both parties.
Before departure, it is recommended to bring appropriate clothing. The Duku Highway and high-altitude areas have lower temperatures, so bring a thick jacket. The Turpan area has higher temperatures in summer, so prepare for sun protection and heatstroke prevention. Areas like Kanas and Sayram Lake have strong ultraviolet rays, so it is recommended to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, etc. Check weather forecasts for the areas along the route before departure to prepare in advance. If you have special dietary needs, please inform customer service in advance, and staff will try to accommodate.
2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Hao Panda Tourism Special Train Ticket 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.