2026 Splendid Sichuan Tour Train Route + Schedule + Booking Guide
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist special train to slowly enjoy the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, with various options from economy to luxury. Professional Xinjiang train tour operator, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities at once, while also hoping for a comfortable and worry-free trip?
The ‘Jinxiu Tianfu’ Panda Special Train might be the answer you’re looking for.
This guide will start from the ‘ticketing strategy’ to help you understand this route and plan your trip.
🎟 ️ Jinxiu Tianfu:A moving five-star hotel
The ‘Panda Special Train · Jinxiu Tianfu’ is a high-quality tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and Sichuan Tourism Investment Group. It launched on May 19, 2026, positioned as high-end, focusing on the ‘railway + cultural tourism’ slow travel experience.
Train configuration:The entire train has 18 carriages, including 2 ‘Jin Ta’ luxury rooms, 10 ‘Jin Wo’ quality rooms, as well as a multi-functional dining car and entertainment observation car, with a capacity of about 92 seats.
Design aesthetics:With the theme of ‘Shu Brocade Song Dynasty Charm’, it combines panda elements with Song Dynasty aesthetics, known as a ‘moving oriental aesthetic palace’.
Travel mode:Adopting a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ mode, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, saving the hassle of frequently changing hotels.
First route:A 16-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, starting from Chengdu/Lanzhou, connecting Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Kashgar, Turpan, and other places.
🗺 ️ 16-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang:Quick itinerary overview
> Note:The following is the itinerary framework. The actual order and timing of visits may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement due to weather, road conditions, and other factors.
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi (Yue Jiaojiao, cocktail party, sightseeing activities)
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome banquet, Tianshan Tianchi)
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities at once, while also hoping for a comfortable and worry-free trip?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)
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 Taxian: 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 (Flaming Mountains, fruit feast, Karez Well)
Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (Intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, sightseeing activities)
Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (End of trip)
📅 2026 departure dates and price reference
The ‘Jinxiu Tianfu’ Panda Special Train might be the answer you’re looking for.The following are reference prices and departure dates for the ‘Tianfu’, subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
🗓 ️ Departure schedule
May 19
June 5, 22
July 9, 26
August 12, 29
September 15
October 2 (Duku Highway itinerary canceled)
💰 Reference price (RMB/person)
Departing May 19
Jin Ta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Jin Wo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person
Departing June 5, 22 and after
Jin Ta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):98,880 RMB/person
This guide will start from the ‘ticketing strategy’ to help you understand this route and plan your trip.Jin Wo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):78,880 RMB/person
Take the tourist special train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, with various options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
> Warm reminder:Prices are for reference only and may fluctuate with the schedule. Please confirm the final price with the travel agency before signing the contract and include it in the contract.
🤔 How to choose:Three steps to nail down your ticketing strategy
1. Step 1: Determine travel time and departure date
May 19 inaugural departure:Slightly lower price, suitable for tourists who want to experience it early.
June-September departures:You can experience the Duku Highway (not included in the October 2 departure), with rich scenery, but slightly higher price.
Suggestion:Plan early, as popular departures have limited seats.
2. Step 2: Choose room type based on budget and preference
Jin Ta · Luxury Double Room:About 13m², more spacious, with a sitting area, suitable for tourists who value space and privacy.
Jin Wo · Quality Double Room:About 10m², compact and practical, meeting high-quality accommodation needs.
Suggestion:If you have a sufficient budget and value space, consider ‘Jin Ta’ first; if you focus on cost-effectiveness, ‘Jin Wo’ is already comfortable enough.
3. Step 3: Choose a formal channel to register
The ‘Jinxiu Tianfu’ is a railway tourist special train, with seats sold exclusively by travel agencies, not directly available on 12306.
You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to get the latest departure dates, available seats, and price information.
🎟️ Jinxiu Tianfu: A moving five-star hotel📞 Registration and inquiry
For detailed itinerary, prices, and included items, you can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for inquiries.
Consultation phone:181-3962-2233
Consultation WeChat:181-3962-2233
The travel agency will confirm the departure date and room type for you and assist with the subsequent signing and payment process.
💡 Fee and service description
The ‘Jinxiu Tianfu’ usually operates on a no-self-funded basis, with specific included items subject to the contract signed with the travel agency. The following are general included items for reference:
✅ Fees usually include
Transportation:Corresponding compartment seats on the special train, ground tour buses.
Accommodation:Special train compartments and hotels specified in the itinerary.
Meals:Meals indicated in the itinerary, such as welcome banquets, specialty meals, etc.
Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle buses for main scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Guide, butler, medical staff, and luggage assistance services.
Insurance:Travel accident insurance.
The ‘Panda Special Train · Jinxiu Tianfu’ is a high-quality tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and Sichuan Tourism Investment Group. It launched on May 19, 2026, positioned as high-end, focusing on the ‘railway + cultural tourism’ slow travel experience.❌ Fees usually do not include
Personal expenses (such as drinks, souvenirs, etc.).
Meals and free activity costs not specified in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
> Important note:Specific included and excluded items must be based on the contract signed with the travel agency.
🚌 Ground transportation:Comfortable vehicles ensure a smooth journey
During the trip, ground transportation will use large and medium-sized air-conditioned tourist buses with formal operating qualifications to ensure travel comfort.
Common vehicle types:Depending on the group size, vehicles ranging from 7 to 55 seats may be arranged, such as 9-17 seat business vans, 20-35 seat minibuses, 39-55 seat coaches, etc.
Vehicle features:Clean interior, comfortable seats, ample luggage space, equipped with air conditioning and facilities.
Warm reminder:The specific vehicle type is subject to the actual arrangement on the day, and prices may vary by vehicle type. Please refer to the final quote from customer service.
📌 Pre-trip preparation checklist
1. Plan early: It is recommended to inquire and register 1-2 months in advance, especially for summer and holiday departures.
2. Prepare documents: Bring valid identification and other necessary documents, and keep them safe.
3. Health preparation: If you have underlying health conditions, bring regular medications and consult a doctor about suitability for long-distance travel.
4. Pack light: The special train provides luggage storage space; it is recommended to bring a suitcase and a small backpack.
5. Stay in communication: Keep in touch with the travel agency before departure to get important information like the tour confirmation notice.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist special trains, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
