Tianfuhao Tourist Train 2026 Ticket Booking Guide Official Registration Channels and Ticket Purchase Instructions Recommended Routes, Costs, and Prices

Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send the itinerary and quotation.

🚂 Tianfu Express Tourism Train 2026 Booking Guide:An immersive and slow-paced travel reference for traversing Northern and Southern Xinjiang
🌟 Key Highlights and Destination Introduction of the Route
As a tourism train product covering the entire panorama of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, the 2026 Tianfu Express connects multiple characteristic destinations, including the Altay region and Ili Valley in Northern Xinjiang, as well as Kuqa, Kashgar, and Turpan in Southern Xinjiang. The 16-day itinerary offers a relaxed pace, eliminating the need for frequent changes of accommodation and luggage handling, catering to the travel needs of tourists of all ages.
In 2026, several core scenic spots in Xinjiang will implement a reservation system for travel. The scenic spots involved in the itinerary, such as Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati, have all been coordinated and reserved in advance by the travel agency, eliminating the need for tourists to scramble for tickets themselves. According to the relevant rules issued by the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department in 2026, during the peak season (May-October), the Kanas and Hemu scenic areas generally do not allow social vehicles to enter, and tourists are required to transfer to scenic area shuttle buses for sightseeing. Starting from September 15th, a pilot program will offer 200 daily self-drive spots, which will also be coordinated and applied for by the travel agency to meet the experience needs of tourists who require self-driving. Sayram Lake will still support self-driving around the lake during the peak season in 2026. Tourists can purchase a self-drive package ticket to travel along the 92-kilometer ring road around the lake, and it is recommended to stop at scenic overlooks for photos.
The Dukou Highway is expected to open in late May 2026 and close in mid-October. It is recommended that non-operational mini-vans with 7 seats or fewer be allowed to travel along the entire route, with daily passage hours from 9:00 to 20:00. The section from Nalati to Bayanbulak must pass through the corresponding checkpoint before 10:00. The itinerary arrangements have been matched to these passage rules, and the staff accompanying the vehicle will also check real-time road conditions in advance to avoid temporary restrictions. Starting from April 15, 2026, electronic permits for traveling in Xinjiang’s border management areas will be fully implemented. Mainland tourists aged 16 and above can apply in advance through the online channels related to ‘Immigration 12367,’ with a validity period of 3 months. The permit can be presented along with valid identification during travel, eliminating the need for offline queuing for paper documents.
Xinjiang covers a vast area with significant climatic differences across different road sections. In summer, temperatures in mountainous road sections can drop below 10 degrees Celsius. It is recommended to bring windproof jackets, sun protection items, and common medications to cope with climatic differences across different road sections. The itinerary includes several characteristic experience activities, including a concert at the Jiaohe Ancient City, customized afternoon tea at scenic spots, and intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences, combining natural scenery tours with characteristic scene experiences.
📋 Simple Itinerary
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou → Urumqi

🚂 Tianfu Express Tourism Train 2026 Booking Guide: An immersive and slow-paced travel reference for traversing Northern and Southern XinjiangDay 2:Urumqi (Reading Corner, Cocktail Party, Sightseeing Activities)
Day 3:Urumqi → Beitun (Welcome Banquet, Heavenly Lake)
Day 4:Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, Haden Sightseeing Platform, Afternoon Tea)
Day 5:Hemu → Kanas (Kanas Scenic Area, Guanyu Platform, Boat Tour)
Day 6:Kanas → Beitun (Crescent Moon Bay, Fairy Bay, Wolong Bay)
Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (Afternoon Tea)
Day 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati (Nalati Aerial Grassland)
Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa (Middle Section of Dukou Highway)
Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar (Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Dukou Highway)

🌟 Key Highlights and Destination Introduction of the RouteDay 11:Kashgar (Tashkurgan Direction: Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Karakul Lake, Aerial Photography, Home Visit)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Kashgar Old City, Gaotai Folk Residence, Eid Gah Mosque)
Day 13:Turpan (Concert at Jiaohe Ancient City)
Day 14:Turpan → Return Trip (Flaming Mountains, Fruit Banquet, Karez Well)
Day 15:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicrafts, Sightseeing Activities)
Day 16:Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu (End of Itinerary)
Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic spot opening policies, reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made upon mutual agreement between both parties. The October 2nd departure will cancel arrangements for relevant sections of the Dukou Highway.
💰 Price Description
May 19th

As a tourism train product covering the entire panorama of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, the 2026 Tianfu Express connects multiple characteristic destinations, including the Altay region and Ili Valley in Northern Xinjiang, as well as Kuqa, Kashgar, and Turpan in Southern Xinjiang. The 16-day itinerary offers a relaxed pace, eliminating the need for frequent changes of accommodation and luggage handling, catering to the travel needs of tourists of all ages.Deluxe Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):96,880 yuan/person
Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):76,880 yuan/person
June 5th, 22nd, July 9th, 26th, August 12th, August 29th, September 15th, October 2nd
Deluxe Double Room (3 compartments, 13m²):98,880 yuan/person
Quality Double Room (4 compartments, 10m²):78,880 yuan/person
The above prices are current reference values. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on departure date and booking time. The final prices and terms will be based on the contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. By consulting with Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, you can obtain services such as availability inquiries, itinerary answers, and contract template reviews. Address information can be inquired from customer service.
📝 Fee Description and Service Description

In 2026, several core scenic spots in Xinjiang will implement a reservation system for travel. The scenic spots involved in the itinerary, such as Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati, have all been coordinated and reserved in advance by the travel agency, eliminating the need for tourists to scramble for tickets themselves. According to the relevant rules issued by the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department in 2026, during the peak season (May-October), the Kanas and Hemu scenic areas generally do not allow social vehicles to enter, and tourists are required to transfer to scenic area shuttle buses for sightseeing. Starting from September 15th, a pilot program will offer 200 daily self-drive spots, which will also be coordinated and applied for by the travel agency to meet the experience needs of tourists who require self-driving. Sayram Lake will still support self-driving around the lake during the peak season in 2026. Tourists can purchase a self-drive package ticket to travel along the 92-kilometer ring road around the lake, and it is recommended to stop at scenic overlooks for photos.The services included in this Tianfu Express train product are as follows:
✅ Corresponding berth in the chosen room type on the Tianfu Express Tourism Train for the entire journey, with no need to change berths or handle luggage during the itinerary
✅ Accommodation arrangements listed in the itinerary
✅ Three meals a day as indicated in the itinerary, including special meals such as fruit banquets and welcome banquets
✅ First entrance tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
✅ Air-conditioned tourist bus transfer services for ground transportation
✅ Professional tour guide and onboard butler services
✅ Travel accident insurance
Exclusions:

The Dukou Highway is expected to open in late May 2026 and close in mid-October. It is recommended that non-operational mini-vans with 7 seats or fewer be allowed to travel along the entire route, with daily passage hours from 9:00 to 20:00. The section from Nalati to Bayanbulak must pass through the corresponding checkpoint before 10:00. The itinerary arrangements have been matched to these passage rules, and the staff accompanying the vehicle will also check real-time road conditions in advance to avoid temporary restrictions. Starting from April 15, 2026, electronic permits for traveling in Xinjiang’s border management areas will be fully implemented. Mainland tourists aged 16 and above can apply in advance through the online channels related to ‘Immigration 12367,’ with a validity period of 3 months. The permit can be presented along with valid identification during travel, eliminating the need for offline queuing for paper documents.❌ Personal discretionary expenses
❌ Optional experience activities not indicated in the itinerary, such as horseback riding and boat tours, which are at the tourist’s own expense
❌ Relevant fees. For single registrants, our agency will make every effort to coordinate shared rooms. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
The specific terms are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Transportation, accommodation, scenic spot opening status, and itinerary changes involved in the trip may be affected by seasonal, policy, or uncontrollable factors. Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made upon mutual agreement between both parties. All service terms will be executed in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and relevant regulations. Refund and change rules are primarily based on the contract provisions.
📌 Ticket Purchase Instructions
1. When booking, provide valid identification information for all travelers to facilitate early handling of scenic spot reservations, permit applications, and other related procedures.
2. Tourists with underlying medical conditions are advised to inform the staff in advance to facilitate appropriate service preparations.
3. Before traveling, you can check the weather conditions at the destination in advance and prepare suitable clothing and personal items. Some road sections in Xinjiang have strong ultraviolet radiation, so it is recommended to bring protective items such as sun hats, sunscreen, and sun-protective clothing.
4. During the train’s operation, the onboard butler will promptly synchronize daily itinerary arrangements and precautions. If you have any related needs, feel free to communicate at any time.
5. Currently, the availability for the June-September 2026 departures is changing rapidly. If you have travel plans, it is recommended to consult and confirm your preferred departure as soon as possible to secure your chosen room type and berth in advance.

Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send the itinerary and quotation.