2027 Splendid Sichuan Tourism Train Official Ticketing Portal Guide
【How to Buy Tickets for the 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Train】How to purchase and book tickets for the 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu tourist train?
The 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu tourist train can only be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and booking. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🍻 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train Guide:A Slow Travel Guide to Northern and Southern Xinjiang
I. Detailed Introduction to the Jinxiu Tianfu Train
🏞️ The Jinxiu Tianfu is a special tourist train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, offering a comfortable residential-style travel experience. As a key product in the Panda Train series, it is jointly developed by China Railway Chengdu Group and Sichuan Tourism Investment Group, deeply integrating Sichuan brocade intangible cultural heritage and Song Dynasty aesthetic design. The overall style is elegant and comfortable, suitable for family trips, friends traveling together, leisure and wellness travel, and other different travel needs.
The train operates on a night-travel, day-sightseeing model, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations or deal with the hassle of repacking luggage and transferring between cities. The route connects diverse natural and cultural landscapes across northern and southern Xinjiang, with a relaxed itinerary that allows ample time for sightseeing, leisure, and free activities. Even if you want to enjoy a slow drink or rest during the journey, you won’t be disturbed by a rushed schedule.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Jinxiu Tianfu Train
🚂 The Jinxiu Tianfu features two cabin types, each differing in space and facilities, allowing you to choose based on your budget and travel preferences:
🛏 ️ Jinta · Luxury Double Room:Room area: 13㎡, with sheer fabric soft partitions dividing the space into rest and reception areas. The room features a Song-style sofa with a combination coffee table, large storage cabinets, and a mini onboard refrigerator bar. The beds are designed as twin beds that can be split or combined. The bathroom features a dry-wet separation layout, and the entire room is equipped with custom soft furnishings and premium toiletries, offering a high level of comfort.
🛋 ️ Jinwo · Quality Double Room:Room area: 10㎡, with interior decor inspired by Sichuan brocade and Song Dynasty national aesthetics. It features a foldable single sofa that can be extended into an extra bed, accommodating three travelers. Equipped with multifunctional storage cabinets and a dry-wet separated bathroom, some cabins have twin beds that can be split or combined. The room comes with custom soft furnishings and premium toiletries, making it a cost-effective option.
The train consists of 18 carriages in total, with 92 recommended seats, ensuring a quiet and private journey. In addition to guest rooms, there are public spaces such as a welcome carriage, a sightseeing and leisure carriage, and a specialty dining car. The dining car offers Sichuan flavors and specialty dishes from along the Silk Road, allowing you to enjoy regional cuisine without leaving the train.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Jinxiu Tianfu
💁 The Jinxiu Tianfu offers a unique travel experience in terms of service details and itinerary arrangements, clearly distinct from regular tours:
Attentive Accompanying Services:The train is equipped with dedicated service butlers, professional tour leaders, 24-hour luggage attendants, and onboard medical staff throughout the journey. You can contact staff at any time to resolve any issues during the trip.
Comfortable Accommodation Experience:All cabins are equipped with private bathrooms, so there’s no need to share public washing facilities. Privacy is well maintained, and the smooth night travel ensures better rest quality.
Exclusive Special Arrangements:The itinerary includes exclusive activities such as cultural heritage private classes, lakeside tea breaks, intangible cultural heritage experiences, and special music sharing sessions, allowing you to experience more local culture beyond sightseeing.
Convenient Transportation Experience:Using a combined “train + local shuttle” model, large luggage can be kept in the train cabin throughout the journey, so you don’t need to carry luggage when getting off for daytime sightseeing, making travel easier.
Diverse Dining Arrangements:The dining car offers different meal options daily, catering to various tastes. You can also bring your own drinks and snacks to enjoy freely in the cabin or public leisure areas.
IV. Simplified Itinerary for the Jinxiu Tianfu Train
🍻 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Train Guide: A Slow Travel Guide to Northern and Southern Xinjiang(I) Tianshan Pastoral Song Edition
🔹 Departure Dates:May 19, June 5, June 22, July 9, July 26, and October 2, 2027 (October departures do not include the Duku Highway route)
🔹 Detailed Itinerary:
D1 Board the Jinxiu Tianfu train in Chengdu heading to Urumqi. A welcome ceremony with live band performance is held on the train, starting the Silk Road train journey.
D2 Arrive in Urumqi, choose from two sightseeing options:
Route A:Visit the Xinjiang Museum and the International Grand Bazaar, participate in an exclusive Western Regions cultural heritage private class.
Route B:Visit Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) of the Tianshan Mountains, enjoy the snow-capped mountain and alpine lake scenery.
D3 Travel from Urumqi to Altay
Route A:Drive along the Ahe Highway, explore Hemu Village in depth.
Route B:Stroll through the birch forest in Hemu Village, enjoy an exclusive high-end lakeside tea break.
D4 In-depth exploration of Altay
Route A:Rest in Hemu, take a boat cruise on Kanas Lake, enjoy an afternoon tea break, and immerse in an original ecological music sharing session.
Route B:Take the Tiejia Highway to Baihaba, visit the Kanas Scenic Area, and enjoy an evening music sharing session.
D5 Full tour of Kanas, visiting the three classic lake bays: Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay.
D6 Drive to Ili, choose from three special routes:
Route A:Circumnavigate Sayram Lake.
Route B:Circumnavigate Sayram Lake.
Route C:Drive along the Yizhao Highway, visit Jade Lake, enjoy a sunset dinner by the lake, and take a private boat cruise.
I. Detailed Introduction to the Jinxiu Tianfu TrainD7 In-depth grassland tour in Ili, choose one of three:
Route A:Discover the Tianshan Flower Sea and visit Nalati Grassland.
Route B:Explore Kalajun Grassland, enjoy a light grassland hike, and attend a nighttime grassland bonfire party.
Route C:Hike and explore the snow mountain river valley along the Shata Ancient Road.
D8 Continue exploring Ili, choose one of three:
Route A:Visit Nalati Grassland, then head to Bayanbulak Town.
Route B:Explore the primitive forest grassland of Kuerdening.
Route C:Visit Sayram Lake again to enjoy the lake scenery at different times.
D9 Travel from Ili to Kuqa, choose one of three:
Route A:Cross the Duku Highway, visit the Secret Grand Canyon of the Tianshan Mountains, with exclusive rest and tea breaks along the way.
Route B:Visit the Kucha Museum and stroll through the old city of Kuqa.
Route C:Visit the Kucha Museum and stroll through the old city of Kuqa.
D10 Full day in Kuqa, choose one of three:
Route A:Visit the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves and the Kucha Museum.
Route B:Visit the Secret Grand Canyon of the Tianshan Mountains, enjoy a rest and tea break, and visit the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves.
Route C:Visit the Secret Grand Canyon of the Tianshan Mountains, enjoy a rest and tea break, and visit the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves.
D11 Travel to Kashgar, enter the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Lake, and enjoy a special performance of Western Regions intangible cultural heritage.
D12 Depart from Kashgar to Karakul Lake, visit local ethnic families, and experience the highland folk customs.
🏞️ The Jinxiu Tianfu is a special tourist train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, offering a comfortable residential-style travel experience. As a key product in the Panda Train series, it is jointly developed by China Railway Chengdu Group and Sichuan Tourism Investment Group, deeply integrating Sichuan brocade intangible cultural heritage and Song Dynasty aesthetic design. The overall style is elegant and comfortable, suitable for family trips, friends traveling together, leisure and wellness travel, and other different travel needs. D13 Explore Kashgar city, visit Id Kah Mosque, and stroll through the ancient streets of Kashgar Old City to experience the local atmosphere of southern Xinjiang.
D14 Board the Jinxiu Tianfu train in Kashgar for the return journey to Chengdu, enjoying leisurely train vacation time.
D15 On the return train, hold a travel story sharing session, reminiscing about the wonderful moments of the Xinjiang trip together.
D16 The train arrives in Chengdu or Lanzhou, marking the successful conclusion of the entire journey, with airport drop-off service provided.
(II) Golden Autumn Edition
🔹 Departure Dates:August 29 and September 15, 2027
🔹 Detailed Itinerary:
D1 Board the Jinxiu Tianfu themed train in Chengdu heading to Urumqi. Welcome ceremony + live band performance, starting the golden autumn Xinjiang journey.
D2 Arrive in Urumqi, choose one of two sightseeing options:
Route A:Xinjiang Museum + International Grand Bazaar + Western Regions cultural heritage private class.
Official registration channel: Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and booking. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Route B:Visit the Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area.
D3 Travel from Urumqi to Altay
Route A:Cross the Ahe Highway and visit Hemu Village.
Route B:Stroll through the birch forest in Hemu, enjoy a customized high-end tea break experience.
D4 In-depth exploration of Altay
Route A:Leisure time in Hemu, boat cruise on Kanas Lake, exclusive tea break, folk music private session.
Route B:Take the Tiejia Highway directly to Baihaba, visit the Kanas Scenic Area, and enjoy a music private dinner.
The train operates on a night-travel, day-sightseeing model, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations or deal with the hassle of repacking luggage and transferring between cities. The route connects diverse natural and cultural landscapes across northern and southern Xinjiang, with a relaxed itinerary that allows ample time for sightseeing, leisure, and free activities. Even if you want to enjoy a slow drink or rest during the journey, you won’t be disturbed by a rushed schedule.D5 Visit the core attractions of Kanas:Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay.
D6 Travel to Ili, choose from three routes:
Route A:Circumnavigate Sayram Lake.
Route B:Circumnavigate Sayram Lake.
Route C:Yizhao Highway + Jade Lake sightseeing, lakeside sunset dinner, private boat cruise.
D7 Explore Ili, choose one of three:
Route A:Tianshan Flower Sea + Nalati Grassland.
Route B:Full tour of Tianshan Flower Sea + Nalati Grassland.
Route C:Shata Ancient Road hiking adventure.
D8 Continue exploring Ili, choose one of three:
Route A:Nalati Grassland, then head to Bayan Town.
Route B:In-depth tour of Nalati Grassland.
Route C:In-depth tour of Sayram Lake.
D9 Travel from Ili to Kuqa, choose one of three:
Route A:Duku Highway, Secret Grand Canyon of the Tianshan Mountains, exclusive tea breaks along the way.
Route B:Kucha Museum, stroll through the old city of Kuqa.
Route C:Kucha Museum, stroll through the old city of Kuqa.
D10 Themed tour in Kuqa, choose one of three:
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Jinxiu Tianfu TrainRoute A:Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves + Kucha Museum.
Route B:Secret Grand Canyon of the Tianshan Mountains, exclusive tea break, Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves.
Route C:Secret Grand Canyon of the Tianshan Mountains, exclusive tea break, Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves.
D11 Depart for Kashgar, enjoy views of the Pamir Plateau and Baisha Lake, and attend a special performance of southern Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage.
D12 Depart from Kashgar to visit Karakul Lake, experience folk home visits.
D13 Explore Kashgar Old City:Id Kah Mosque, Kashgar Old City.
D14 Board the train in Kashgar for the return journey to Chengdu, enjoying leisurely train time.
D15 Return train travel sharing session, chatting about travel stories with fellow travelers.
D16 Arrive in Chengdu/Lanzhou, journey ends, airport drop-off service arranged.
The above itinerary time points are for reference only and may change due to weather, visitor sightseeing time, etc. The actual itinerary on the day shall prevail; breakfast is not included for Kanas and Hemu accommodations.
V. 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu Departure Dates and Price Information
📅 The 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu has multiple departure schedules throughout the year, with more frequent departures during peak tourist seasons to accommodate different travel plans. Prices per person vary by seat type and departure date. Reference prices are as follows:
Tianshan Pastoral Song Route
Departure Dates:May 19, June 5, June 22, July 9, July 26, and October 2, 2027 (October departures do not include the Duku Highway route)
Jinta Luxury Double Room:108,880 RMB/person
Jinwo Quality Double Room:79,880 RMB/person
Golden Autumn Route
Departure Dates:August 29 and September 15, 2027
🚂 The Jinxiu Tianfu features two cabin types, each differing in space and facilities, allowing you to choose based on your budget and travel preferences:Jinta Luxury Double Room:108,880 RMB/person
Jinwo Quality Double Room:89,880 RMB/person
Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and departure date. Please refer to actual consultation and contract terms.
VI. How to Book the Jinxiu Tianfu — How to Purchase Tickets and Where to Register
If you want to ride the Jinxiu Tianfu, here’s your ticket booking guide.
Jinxiu Tianfu-related travel products are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. You can contact Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center to learn about product schedules, itineraries, and complete your booking.
Booking process reference:
✅ Contact and Consultation:Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and booking. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409. Learn about the detailed itinerary, seat and room types, reference prices, and departure schedules of the Jinxiu Tianfu.
✅ Choose Your Travel Product:Based on your available time and travel preferences, select the appropriate departure date and train seat/room type.
✅ Submit Personal Information:Provide the travelers’ names, valid ID numbers, Mainland Travel Permits for Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan residents, passports, or other basic identification documents for travel registration and seat reservation.
✅ Complete Booking Procedures:Pay the travel booking deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, receive the payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic contract for tourism service supervision to complete the booking process.
From June to September each year, travel demand is high, and seats on popular long-distance special trains are limited. It is recommended to check itinerary schedules as early as possible and pay a deposit to secure your preferred seats. Bookings can be made through Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Pay attention to various travel information online, carefully identify non-official channels, and protect your travel rights.
VII. Jinxiu Tianfu Fees and Service Information
The services included in the Jinxiu Tianfu itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including transportation, basic accommodation, sightseeing support, and related services within the itinerary. Personal voluntary spending and optional experience items are not included.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
All itinerary service details, fee standards, and included rights are subject to the terms agreed upon in the signed contract. All travel-related rights and fees are subject to actual consultation and contract terms. For more details, please contact customer service for a detailed explanation.
Before traveling, it is recommended to check the weather at your destination, scenic area reservation policies, and road traffic information in advance, and prepare travel supplies accordingly. Itinerary changes can be made with mutual agreement between both parties.
VIII. Conclusion
If you’re tired of fast-paced tours and want to slowly explore the snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities of northern and southern Xinjiang, with the freedom to rest and relax at any time during the journey, the residential-style travel of the Jinxiu Tianfu would be a great choice. Pre-sales for all 2027 departures are now open. Friends with travel plans can contact Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center for details and start a comfortable slow journey through northern and southern Xinjiang.
The 2027 Jinxiu Tianfu tourist train can only be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and booking. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
