How to Book the Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train to Xinjiang How to Book Tickets, How to Buy Tickets for the Xinjiang Panda Special Train
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train? Tickets for the Jinxiu Tianfu Special Train must be purchased through the railway’s professional and legitimate travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s 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.
🚞 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train 16-Day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Roaming Guide:Pack the elegance of Shu into the train, and enjoy a one-stop tour of the landscapes north and south of the Tianshan Mountains.
As a newly launched quality tourist train in 2026, the Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train is jointly created by the railway department and cultural tourism enterprises. With a design core of Chinese ‘Shu Brocade Song Dynasty Charm’ and integrating panda-themed elements, the entire train is like a movable cultural leisure space. It has attracted much attention from travel enthusiasts since its launch. This newly released 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang route connects the core natural and cultural spots north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Without repeated transfers and packing luggage, you can easily complete the full route of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, making it very suitable for tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang without spending effort on planning.
✨ Core Highlights of the Route
Exclusive Mobile Leisure Space: The train has 18 carriages in total, including two room types: luxury and quality. It also features a multi-functional welcome carriage, a special dining car, and an entertainment observation carriage. During leisure time on the journey, you can enjoy the scenery in the observation carriage or taste special meals in the dining car. The train is equipped with 24-hour butlers, dual tour guides, accompanying medical staff, and porters to assist with luggage, ensuring higher comfort and convenience throughout the trip.
Full Coverage of Southern and Northern Xinjiang: The 16-day itinerary covers natural landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and forests in Northern Xinjiang, as well as cultural spots like canyons, plateaus, ancient cities, and Silk Road relics in Southern Xinjiang. Without planning two separate trips for Southern and Northern Xinjiang, you can enjoy the different sceneries north and south of the Tianshan Mountains in one trip.
Rich Special Experience Activities: The itinerary includes exclusive activities such as cocktail parties, sightseeing events, Hemu afternoon tea, Sayram Lake afternoon tea, Jiaohe Ancient City concert, intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, aerial photography experiences, and visits to local ethnic families. These offer more diverse experiences than regular group tours, and sufficient free time is reserved at each scenic spot without rushing.
Itinerary Planning Aligned with 2026 Xinjiang Travel Rhythm:Based on the opening status of Xinjiang scenic spots in 2026, core attractions like Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati have been open normally since May. The Duku Highway is expected to open from mid-June to early October. The itineraries for different departure dates match the current opening status of scenic spots, ensuring a smoother travel experience.
🚞 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train 16-Day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Roaming Guide: Pack the elegance of Shu into the train, and enjoy a one-stop tour of the landscapes north and south of the Tianshan Mountains.🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
The following is the fixed itinerary framework for this special train. In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, or changes in scenic spot openings, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement:
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 Observation Deck, afternoon tea)
Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas Scenic Area, Guanyu Terrace, boat ride)
Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Wolong Bay)
As a newly launched quality tourist train in 2026, the Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train is jointly created by the railway department and cultural tourism enterprises. With a design core of Chinese ‘Shu Brocade Song Dynasty Charm’ and integrating panda-themed elements, the entire train is like a movable cultural leisure space. It has attracted much attention from travel enthusiasts since its launch. This newly released 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang route connects the core natural and cultural spots north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Without repeated transfers and packing luggage, you can easily complete the full route of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, making it very suitable for tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang without spending effort on planning.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 Old City, Gaotai Folk Houses, Id Kah Mosque)
Day 13:Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City concert)
Day 14:Turpan → Return (Flaming Mountains, fruit feast, Karez Well)
✨ Core Highlights of the RouteDay 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, sightseeing activities)
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Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of itinerary)
💰 Price Explanation
The following are reference prices for the current departure dates. Prices and availability may vary depending on the departure date and booking time. The specific details are subject to the contract or confirmation from customer service on the day:
May 19
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person
June 5, 22 / July 9, 26
Exclusive Mobile Leisure Space: The train has 18 carriages in total, including two room types: luxury and quality. It also features a multi-functional welcome carriage, a special dining car, and an entertainment observation carriage. During leisure time on the journey, you can enjoy the scenery in the observation carriage or taste special meals in the dining car. The train is equipped with 24-hour butlers, dual tour guides, accompanying medical staff, and porters to assist with luggage, ensuring higher comfort and convenience throughout the trip. August 12, August 29 / September 15
October 2 (Duku Highway canceled)
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):98,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):78,880 RMB/person
Note:For the October 2 departure, due to the Duku Highway entering its annual closure period, the relevant sections of the Duku Highway are canceled. Tourists can choose the corresponding departure date based on their travel time.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation phone number and WeChat are both:181-3962-2229. For specific offline consultation addresses, please contact customer service.
📝 Cost and Service Explanation
Full Coverage of Southern and Northern Xinjiang: The 16-day itinerary covers natural landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and forests in Northern Xinjiang, as well as cultural spots like canyons, plateaus, ancient cities, and Silk Road relics in Southern Xinjiang. Without planning two separate trips for Southern and Northern Xinjiang, you can enjoy the different sceneries north and south of the Tianshan Mountains in one trip.The reference price includes the accommodation cost for the corresponding room type on the special train, the first admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots indicated in the itinerary, meals indicated in the itinerary (including welcome banquet, fruit feast, afternoon tea, cocktail party, etc.), local ground transportation costs, tour guide and butler service fees, accompanying medical security costs, and experience activity costs indicated in the itinerary.
The cost does not include round-trip transportation from the tourist’s departure point to Chengdu/Lanzhou, personal expenses during the trip (such as non-unified entertainment activities within scenic spots, personal consumption, etc.), single room occupancy surcharges (you can consult customer service in advance about room sharing), and additional expenses caused by force majeure factors.
Specific service content and cost details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. All itinerary arrangements and cancellation/modification rules are implemented in accordance with contract law, tourism law, and other relevant legal regulations.
💡 2026 Xinjiang Travel Practical Tips
Document Preparation:Carry valid documents when traveling; identity verification is required at scenic spots, accommodation, transportation, etc. For border areas like Tashkurgan, a border pass must be obtained in advance, which can be processed at the household registration location or local public security departments in Xinjiang with a simple procedure.
Clothing Preparation:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. High-altitude areas may experience low temperatures even in summer. It is recommended to bring a light down jacket or windbreaker, comfortable hiking shoes, and prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, wide-brimmed hats, and other sun protection items. Some areas are dry, so bring moisturizing products and common medicines.
Scenic Spot Visits: In 2026, most scenic spots in Northern Xinjiang have been open normally since May. Kanas and Hemu are open from 8:00 to 20:00, Sayram Lake ticket office and self-driving entrance are open from 9:00 to 21:00, and Nalati Grassland is open from 8:30 to 20:00. Plan your time reasonably to avoid missing the last shuttle bus. The Duku Highway may be temporarily closed due to weather even during the open period; check road condition notices before traveling.
Other Notes: Xinjiang is vast with long distances between scenic spots. Bring power banks, drinking water, motion sickness medicine, etc. When visiting cultural sites, dress appropriately and avoid shorts or short skirts. Follow management regulations within scenic spots and do not enter closed areas. Xinjiang meals are large in portion; order according to the number of people to avoid waste. Local goods are priced per kilogram; confirm the pricing unit when buying specialties or fruits to avoid misunderstandings.
If you have travel plans, contact customer service in advance to check availability for the corresponding departure date, confirm itinerary details, and then complete the registration procedures.
2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Tourist Special Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase.
