Panda Special Train Splendid Tianfu Per Capita Cost and 16 Day Deep Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
How to buy tickets for the Panda Special Train ‘Jinxiu Tianfu’? The 2026 Jinxiu Tianfu Xinjiang tourism special train must be booked through the official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center Manager Wang Fei (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The booking process includes choosing an itinerary → confirming dates and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract.
🚂 Starting at nearly 80,000 RMB per person! The Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train, a new way to travel and stay in northern and southern Xinjiang over 16 days
Tired of the ‘check-in style’ travel of changing hotels, hauling luggage, and rushing between attractions every day? In 2026, a high-end tourism special train built on the concept of a ‘mobile palace’ — the Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train — is redefining the Xinjiang journey with an immersive, slow-paced, and in-depth experience that includes designated activities within the itinerary. It is not just a train, but a mobile living space traveling through snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities.
🌄 Route Highlights:More than just seeing the scenery — live within it
The Jinxiu Tianfu spans 16 days in total, connecting 14 core scenic zones including Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati in northern Xinjiang, and Kuqa, Kashgar, and Turpan in southern Xinjiang, covering diverse landscapes such as mountains, river valleys, deserts, oases, and ancient cultural cities. The special train adopts a ‘stop by day, travel by night + extended stays’ model — crossing the Gobi and mountains at night, arriving at the destination in the morning to start a full day of sightseeing directly, with no need for frequent hotel changes throughout the journey. Just set down your luggage and enjoy the views with peace of mind.
The carriages incorporate Bashu aesthetic elements such as Shu brocade patterns and bamboo weaving craftsmanship, creating a living atmosphere that combines cultural richness with comfort. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, 24-hour underfloor heating, smart temperature control, and panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. Outside the window is a flowing painting of Xinjiang; inside is a private space comparable to a high-end hotel.
According to 2026 scenic area operation information:
Kanas Scenic Area’s summer opening period is from May 1 to October 15, with entry hours from 08:00 to 20:00, and village shuttle buses operating until 24:00, making it convenient to view morning mist and starry skies;
The Duku Highway typically opens from mid-June to early October, and the June–September departures can fully experience the middle + southern sections dual crossing;
Sayram Lake supports advance online reservations to avoid peak-season queues, and the itinerary specially arranges a lakeside afternoon tea to slowly enjoy the lake and mountain views;
All attractions implement real-name reservation systems, with the travel agency coordinating entry to ensure a smooth itinerary.
🚂 Starting at nearly 80,000 RMB per person! The Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train, a new way to travel and stay in northern and southern Xinjiang over 16 days🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (based on the finalized local text)
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)
Day 7:Beitun → Sayram Lake (afternoon tea)
Day 8:Sayram Lake → Nalati (Nalati Sky Grassland)
Day 9:Nalati → Kuqa (middle section of Duku Highway)
Tired of the ‘check-in style’ travel of changing hotels, hauling luggage, and rushing between attractions every day? In 2026, a high-end tourism special train built on the concept of a ‘mobile palace’ — the Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Special Train — is redefining the Xinjiang journey with an immersive, slow-paced, and in-depth experience that includes designated activities within the itinerary. It is not just a train, but a mobile living space traveling through snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities.Day 10:Kuqa → Kashgar (Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, southern section of Duku Highway)
Day 11:Kashgar (Tashkurgan direction: 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 journey (Flaming Mountains, fruit banquet, Karez irrigation system)
Day 15:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, sightseeing activities)
Day 16:Arrive in Lanzhou / Chengdu (end of itinerary)
> Note:For the October 2 departure, due to the Duku Highway being near closure, that section will be removed and the itinerary will be reasonably adjusted.
💰 Price Information (based on the finalized local text)
May 19
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3-cabin, 13m²):96,880 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
🌄 Route Highlight: More than just seeing the scenery — live within itJinwo · Quality Double Room (4-cabin, 10m²):76,880 RMB/person
June 5, 22 | July 9, 26 | August 12, 29 | September 15 | October 2 (Duku removed)
Jinta · Luxury Double Room (3-cabin, 13m²):98,880 RMB/person
Jinwo · Quality Double Room (4-cabin, 10m²):78,880 RMB/person
> The above are reference prices; actual costs may vary slightly depending on departure date and service details. The final price is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
🧳 Inclusions and Exclusions
✅ Inclusions:
Full-journey special train transportation and cabin accommodation (including bedding, bathroom, temperature control, etc.)
First admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary and reservation services
Daily specialty meals (including welcome banquet, fruit banquet, afternoon tea, etc.)
The Jinxiu Tianfu spans 16 days in total, connecting 14 core scenic zones including Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati in northern Xinjiang, and Kuqa, Kashgar, and Turpan in southern Xinjiang, covering diverse landscapes such as mountains, river valleys, deserts, oases, and ancient cultural cities. The special train adopts a ‘stop by day, travel by night + extended stays’ model — crossing the Gobi and mountains at night, arriving at the destination in the morning to start a full day of sightseeing directly, with no need for frequent hotel changes throughout the journey. Just set down your luggage and enjoy the views with peace of mind. Professional tour guide commentary and themed activities (such as intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, concerts, etc.)
Luggage is transported with the train, no need to carry it daily
❌ Exclusions:
Round-trip transportation from your departure point to Chengdu/Lanzhou
Personal expenses (such as alcohol, souvenirs, optional paid activities)
Additional costs caused by force majeure factors such as weather, policies, or road conditions
Single occupancy supplement (shared room options available upon inquiry)
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
👩 💼 How to Register and Caring Guide
Registration is available through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
The carriages incorporate Bashu aesthetic elements such as Shu brocade patterns and bamboo weaving craftsmanship, creating a living atmosphere that combines cultural richness with comfort. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, 24-hour underfloor heating, smart temperature control, and panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. Outside the window is a flowing painting of Xinjiang; inside is a private space comparable to a high-end hotel.We especially recommend contacting Manager Wang Fei:18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
Wang Fei is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of deep experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains and is thoroughly familiar with the full routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of both northern and southern Xinjiang. She is proficient in self-guided travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized car services, tourism special trains, and various other travel solutions, and is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and pitfall-avoidance tips. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing attentive and reliable support throughout the trip.
She consistently adheres to a no-shopping, no-hidden-consumption policy throughout the itinerary, treating people with sincerity and working with professionalism. She does not run assembly-line itineraries but instead creates comfortable journeys tailored to travelers’ preferences, sincerely ensuring that every guest from afar truly experiences the vast beauty and simple warmth of Xinjiang, and enjoys a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
⚠ ️ Friendly Reminders
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing;
Some scenic areas are at high altitudes (e.g., Karakul Lake is about 3,600 meters), so please pay attention to acclimatization;
The cultural experiences and natural landscapes in the itinerary all respect the customs of local ethnic groups and ecological protection requirements;
In case of extreme weather or policy changes, the travel agency will negotiate with travelers to reasonably optimize the itinerary while ensuring safety.
✨ The Jinxiu Tianfu is not a hurried pass-through but an immersive stay. 16 days, one train, one room — taking you from the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains to the Pamir Plateau, from thousand-year-old ancient cities to turquoise lakes and grasslands, truly realizing ‘living within a painting, traveling with the scenery.’
📞 For inquiries, please contact:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (same number for WeChat)
📍 Address information can be obtained from customer service.
> The content described in this article is compiled based on verifiable public information as of June 2026. Specific service details are subject to the actual signed contract.
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