2026 Splendid Tianfu Panda Special Train Official Registration Portal + Ticket Purchase Process + Fare
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda-themed train? The Jinxiu Tianfu train can only be booked through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channels: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting the train department manager Guo Jing via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 New choice for a full tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in spring and summer 2026:16-day in-depth experience on the Jinxiu Tianfu train
Recently, many friends planning to visit Xinjiang have been asking if there is a travel product that eliminates the need to pack luggage and change accommodation daily, covers the core attractions of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one go, and offers comprehensive services. The Jinxiu Tianfu train is a suitable option for such needs. With accommodation on the train throughout the journey, it reduces travel fatigue, connecting the natural landscapes of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of Southern Xinjiang, ideal for tourists who want to explore Xinjiang’s core resources at a leisurely pace.
🔹 Detailed introduction to the route and destinations
This train itinerary starts from Chengdu or Lanzhou and returns to the same cities, lasting 16 days. It covers core tourism areas in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, including Urumqi, Altay region, Yili region, Kuqa, Kashgar, and Turpan. It features natural landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and canyons, as well as cultural content like ancient cities, intangible cultural heritage experiences, and folk interactions. Tourists do not need to plan routes or book tickets themselves, making travel more convenient.
▪ Tianshan Tianchi: According to the latest cultural tourism policy released by Fukang City in 2026, Tianshan Tianchi now implements a ‘one ticket, two-day visit’ policy. Visitors can enter for free on their birthdays. The scenic area has also planned over 30 themed activities, including the Queen Mother of the West’s Peach Banquet and the immersive live performance ‘Yao Chi Fantasy Realm,’ offering richer experiences than previous years. The train itinerary visits Tianshan Tianchi on the third day, allowing tourists to participate in local special events and enjoy the blend of nature and culture.
▪ Sayram Lake: In 2026, Sayram Lake is open from 10:00 to 20:00 year-round. Visitors can drive in or take a shuttle bus for a 92-kilometer loop tour, passing scenic spots like Lingxia Bay, Ten-Mile Gallery, and Fengfan Creek. In summer, wildflowers bloom by the lake, and swans may occasionally be spotted. The train itinerary includes an afternoon tea experience by the lake, allowing tourists to relax and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of this high-altitude lake. Note that the temperature around Sayram Lake is low, so even in summer, bring a warm jacket.
▪ Nalati Sky Grassland:As the core grassland landscape of the Yili River Valley, the ticket for Nalati Sky Grassland in 2026 is 95 yuan, with a shuttle bus fee of 60 yuan for the sky grassland. Wildflowers bloom in mid-June, and the grass turns golden by the end of September, offering different experiences at different times. Visitors can engage in interactive activities like walking on pastoral paths and making traditional dairy products. Altitude sickness may occur above 3,000 meters, so it’s recommended to bring portable oxygen bottles.
▪ Duku Highway: As a scenic road connecting Northern and Southern Xinjiang, it is open mainly in summer. The train itinerary includes visits to the middle and southern sections of the Duku Highway, showcasing landscape changes from grasslands to canyons. Note that travel on the Duku Highway is heavily affected by weather, and the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement.
🚂 New choice for a full tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in spring and summer 2026: 16-day in-depth experience on the Jinxiu Tianfu train ▪ Other destinations: The itinerary also includes Hemu, Kanas, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Kashgar Ancient City, Jiaohe Ruins, Flaming Mountain, Karez Well, and other characteristic Xinjiang attractions, covering natural, cultural, and historical interests. Special experiences like cocktail parties, welcome banquets, concerts, fruit feasts, and intangible cultural heritage handicrafts are also arranged to enhance interactivity.
🗓 ️ Simplified itinerary
The itinerary for this train is as follows:
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi (Corner viewing, cocktail party, sightseeing activities)
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome banquet, Tianshan Tianchi)
Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu scenic area, Haden viewing platform, afternoon tea)
Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas scenic area, Guanyu Terrace, boat ride)
Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Crouching Dragon Bay)
Recently, many friends planning to visit Xinjiang have been asking if there is a travel product that eliminates the need to pack luggage and change accommodation daily, covers the core attractions of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one go, and offers comprehensive services. The Jinxiu Tianfu train is a suitable option for such needs. With accommodation on the train throughout the journey, it reduces travel fatigue, connecting the natural landscapes of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of Southern Xinjiang, ideal for tourists who want to explore Xinjiang’s core resources at a leisurely pace.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 (Towards Tashkurgan: Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, aerial photography, home visit)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Ancient City, High Platform Residences, Id Kah Mosque)
Day 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ruins concert)
Day 14:Turpan → Return (Flaming Mountain, fruit feast, Karez Well)
Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, sightseeing activities)
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Train Ticket Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing
🔹 Detailed introduction to the route and destinationsDay 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of itinerary)
💰 Price explanation
Reference tour dates and prices for the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu train are as follows. Prices and availability are subject to contract and customer service confirmation, may vary with departure dates, and are based on the signed contract:
May 19th
Jinta·Luxury Double Room (3-cabin, 13m²):96,880 yuan/person
Jinwo·Quality Double Room (4-cabin, 10m²):76,880 yuan/person
June 5th, 22nd July 9th, 26th
August 12th, August 29th September 15th
This train itinerary starts from Chengdu or Lanzhou and returns to the same cities, lasting 16 days. It covers core tourism areas in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, including Urumqi, Altay region, Yili region, Kuqa, Kashgar, and Turpan. It features natural landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and canyons, as well as cultural content like ancient cities, intangible cultural heritage experiences, and folk interactions. Tourists do not need to plan routes or book tickets themselves, making travel more convenient. October 2nd (Duku Highway canceled)
Jinta·Luxury Double Room (3-cabin, 13m²):98,880 yuan/person
Jinwo·Quality Double Room (4-cabin, 10m²):78,880 yuan/person
📞 Registration method
Tourists wishing to inquire or register can do so through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Inquiry hotline:181-3962-2229, same number for WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Specific address can be obtained from customer service.
📋 Cost and service explanation
🔹 Included costs reference:
▪ Train accommodation costs as per the itinerary, corresponding to the selected Jinta·Luxury Double Room or Jinwo·Quality Double Room type;
▪ First admission ticket costs for scenic spots listed in the itinerary; shuttle bus fees can be included based on personal preference;
▪ Tianshan Tianchi: According to the latest cultural tourism policy released by Fukang City in 2026, Tianshan Tianchi now implements a ‘one ticket, two-day visit’ policy. Visitors can enter for free on their birthdays. The scenic area has also planned over 30 themed activities, including the Queen Mother of the West’s Peach Banquet and the immersive live performance ‘Yao Chi Fantasy Realm,’ offering richer experiences than previous years. The train itinerary visits Tianshan Tianchi on the third day, allowing tourists to participate in local special events and enjoy the blend of nature and culture. ▪ Costs for experience items marked in the itinerary, such as welcome banquets, afternoon tea, boat rides, concerts, fruit feasts, and intangible cultural heritage handicrafts;
▪ Ground transportation transfer costs within the itinerary;
▪ Basic tour guide service costs throughout the trip.
🔹 Excluded costs reference:
▪ Round-trip transportation costs from the departure point to the Chengdu/Lanzhou meeting point;
▪ Personal consumption items not marked in the itinerary, such as self-paid experience projects within scenic spots and personal spending;
▪ Other costs incurred due to personal reasons.
🔹 Service explanation:
The train is equipped with basic service staff to promptly respond to tourists’ travel needs. Local guides are provided during ground tours to explain scenic area content. In cases of weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, tickets, hotel room types, etc., the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing, with all regulations based on contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws.
Before traveling, learn about Xinjiang’s climate characteristics, bring appropriate clothing, sunscreen, common medicines, etc. During the trip, respect the customs of various ethnic groups, protect the scenic area’s ecological environment, and avoid picking plants or disturbing natural wildlife.
2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda-themed train ticket center hotline: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Train department manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
