Xinjiang Splendid Tianfu Tour Train Ticket Guide
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose from economy to luxury options. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist train tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
Want to book the ‘Tianfu’ Xinjiang special train but don’t know where to start? This booking guide will help you sort it out and plan your trip easily.
🚂 Get to Know the ‘Tianfu’ Panda Special Train
The ‘Tianfu’ is a high-end tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu and Sichuan Tourism Investment Group, known as a ‘star-rated hotel on tracks.’ It features a ‘Shu Brocade Song Dynasty Charm’ Chinese-style theme design, where the carriage is the hotel, integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment. The entire train consists of soft-sleeper compartments with private bathrooms, offering strong privacy, suitable for travelers seeking comfort and convenience.
Travel Mode:Adopts a ‘travel by day, ride by night’ mode, with nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, effectively saving long-distance travel time and requiring low physical effort.
Core Experience:No backtracking throughout the journey, connecting the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, achieving a slow-paced trip where ‘the train moves with you, and you play when it stops.’
🗺 ️ Route Overview:16-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
This route is a 16-day, 15-night in-depth tour, with the following itinerary overview:
Day 1:Chengdu / Lanzhou → Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi (Corner viewing, cocktail party, sightseeing activities)
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome banquet, Heavenly Lake Tianshan)
Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Observation Deck, afternoon tea)
Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas Scenic Area, Fish Viewing Platform, boat ride)
Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Sleeping Dragon Bay)
Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (afternoon tea)
Want to book the ‘Tianfu’ Xinjiang special train but don’t know where to start? This booking guide will help you sort it out and plan your trip easily.Day 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati (Nalati Sky Grassland)
Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa (Middle section of Duku Highway)
Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar (Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern section of Duku Highway)
Day 11:Kashgar (Towards Tashkurgan: White Sand 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)
Day 14:Turpan (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 trip)
💡 Warm Tips
Itinerary Notes:The above is a framework itinerary. The actual order and timing of visits may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement due to weather, road conditions, and other factors.
Duku Highway:The October 2nd departure originally included the Duku Highway section, but it has now been canceled. Please adjust your travel plans accordingly.
🗓 ️ 2026 Departure Dates and Prices
Departure Schedule
🚂 Get to Know the ‘Tianfu’ Panda Special Train: May 19
June 5, 22
July 9, 26
August 12, 29
September 15
October 2 (This departure has canceled the Duku Highway itinerary)
Reference Prices
Departing May 19
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person
Departing June 5, 22; July 9, 26; August 12, 29; September 15
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):98,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):78,880 RMB/person
⚠ ️ Price Notes
Take the tourist train to explore beautiful Xinjiang, with multiple options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
The ‘Tianfu’ is a high-end tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu and Sichuan Tourism Investment Group, known as a ‘star-rated hotel on tracks.’ It features a ‘Shu Brocade Song Dynasty Charm’ Chinese-style theme design, where the carriage is the hotel, integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment. The entire train consists of soft-sleeper compartments with private bathrooms, offering strong privacy, suitable for travelers seeking comfort and convenience.The above are 2026 reference prices. Actual costs may fluctuate due to market conditions, etc., and the final signed travel contract shall prevail.
🛌 Two Room Types, Two Experiences
The entire train consists of soft-sleeper compartments with private bathrooms, designed for double occupancy with comfortable space.
Jinta · Luxury Double Room
💰 Price:96,880 RMB/person (May 19); 98,880 RMB/person (from June)
📐 Configuration:Approximately 13m², more spacious. Includes a sitting area (sofa/coffee table), separate wet and dry bathroom, some rooms with capsule coffee machine, suitable for travelers valuing space and meeting needs.
Jinwo · Quality Double Room
💰 Price:76,880 RMB/person (May 19); 78,880 RMB/person (from June)
📐 Configuration:Approximately 10m², compact and practical. Also equipped with separate wet and dry bathroom, some rooms with foldable sofa, offering good value.
📝 How to Register and Book
The ‘Tianfu’ is a tourist train, and seats are sold exclusively through officially recognized travel agencies, not available on platforms like 12306. You can register through the following methods:
1. Contact the Travel Agency: Call or message Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to specify the need to book the ‘Tianfu’ route.
2. Consult and Choose: Inform the number of travelers, budget, preferred room type, and special needs, and the customer service will recommend suitable departure dates.
3. Confirm and Sign: After confirming the departure date and room type, the travel agency will provide a formal travel contract. Carefully check terms like itinerary, costs, and service standards, then sign after verification.
Travel Mode: Adopts a ‘travel by day, ride by night’ mode, with nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, effectively saving long-distance travel time and requiring low physical effort.4. Payment and Voucher: Pay according to the contract terms. After payment, you will receive a departure notice with details on the special train seat, hotel, transfers, etc., which should be kept safe.
📞 24-Hour Consultation Channel
Phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat:181-3962-2233
💰 Cost Breakdown and Service Standards
The following is a reference for cost composition. Specific inclusions and exclusions are based on the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
Costs Typically Include
Transportation:Corresponding compartment seat on the special train, ground tour bus.
Accommodation:Special train compartment accommodation and hotels specified in the itinerary.
Meals:Meals indicated in the itinerary, such as welcome banquets and specialty meals.
Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for main scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Guide, butler, medical care, and luggage assistance services.
Insurance:Travel accident insurance.
Costs Typically Exclude
Core Experience: No backtracking throughout the journey, connecting the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, achieving a slow-paced trip where ‘the train moves with you, and you play when it stops.’ Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, souvenirs).
Meals not specified in the itinerary and free-time activity costs.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
🚌 Ground Transportation:Comfortable Vehicle Guarantee
During the trip, to ensure comfort and convenience, air-conditioned tour buses will be selected based on group size and road conditions:
7-19 Seat Vehicles:Suitable for small groups or short-distance transfers on good roads, flexible and convenient.
20-39 Seat Minibuses/Coaches:Suitable for intercity travel and regular road sections with good conditions, offering spacious space.
40-55 Seat Coaches:Suitable for long distances and larger groups, striving for comfortable seating.
💡 Warm Tips
All vehicle prices are reference prices; specific costs are subject to customer service quotes!
💡 Booking Tips
Book Early:June to September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism, with limited special train seats. It is recommended to inquire early and pay a deposit to secure a spot.
Accurate Information:When submitting personal details, ensure names and valid ID numbers are accurate to avoid affecting travel.
Focus on Contract:Read the contract terms carefully, especially regarding itinerary changes, cost inclusions and exclusions.
Prepare Documents:Bring original valid documents before departure and pay attention to pick-up/airport information.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
