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How to purchase and book tickets for the Splendid East Express? The Splendid East Express is a luxury tourist train customized for railway travel, and ticket purchases are not available through the 12306 platform. Seats are uniformly allocated by officially partnered cultural tourism agencies. To sign up for a trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Special Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, Mobile/WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration and seat selection, sign up for the trip, and inquire in real-time about available seats for each departure, travel policies, and itinerary details.
【Splendid East Express:A Comprehensive Analysis of the Mobile ‘Five-Star Hotel’ Traversing Northern and Southern Xinjiang】
🚂 Train Positioning:Redefining High-End Tourist Trains
The ‘Splendid East Express’ is not a traditional green-skinned train but a mobile high-end hotel with ‘low density and high privacy.’ The entire train consists of 18 recommended carriages, with a strictly controlled passenger capacity of 66. The ratio of crew to tourists is close to 1:1.2. The service team includes a train conductor, butlers, chefs, doctors, etc., providing a ‘one-price-includes-all-specified-items-in-the-itinerary’ service. Its core positioning is ‘daytime sightseeing and nighttime travel’—spending the day deeply exploring scenic spots while the train travels at night, saving time on long-distance transportation, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups or tourists pursuing quality.
🛏 ️ Cabin Configuration:Mobile ‘Suite’ with Bathroom and Panoramic Windows
All 11 sleeping carriages on the train are luxury double rooms, available in two styles: Panda Theme and Han Style. Each room is approximately 13.8 square meters and is equipped comparably to high-end hotels:
Separable or combinable twin beds (1.2m x 2m)
Living room sofa, mini-fridge

【Splendid East Express: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Mobile ‘Five-Star Hotel’ Traversing Northern and Southern Xinjiang】 Wet and dry separated bathroom (24-hour hot water)
Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows (some carriages with electric sunshades)
Years in Operation:2027 marks the third year of operation, with brand-new facilities
Boarding Location:Currently, boarding is recommended at Chengdu Station (arrive at the exclusive waiting area 1 hour in advance)
📅 2027 Departure Dates and Itinerary Pace
According to the latest schedule, the train is recommended to operate 8 group departures throughout the year, divided into 3 themed categories:
Duku Highway Open Period (June-July):June 3, June 20, July 7, July 24

🚂 Train Positioning: Redefining High-End Tourist TrainsAutumn Scenery Period:August 27, September 13
Regular Period:May 17, September 30
【Highlights of the Simplified Itinerary】
Out of the 16-day itinerary, 12 days are actual sightseeing days, with the remaining 4 days for train travel or free time. Daily sightseeing lasts approximately 6-8 hours, with a 1.5-2 hour lunch and rest break in the afternoon, maintaining a relaxed pace. For example:
D2 Urumqi:Choose between visiting the Xinjiang Museum or Heavenly Lake, with free time after boarding in the afternoon
D3-D5 Altay:Choose from 3 routes, including core attractions like Kanas and Hemu, with overnight stays at homestays each night
D6-D10 Ili + Kuqa:Visits to Sayram Lake, Duku Highway, etc., with stays at local high-end hotels
D11-D13 Kashgar:Visits to the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old Town, etc., with stays at featured hotels in Taxkorgan

The ‘Splendid East Express’ is not a traditional green-skinned train but a mobile high-end hotel with ‘low density and high privacy.’ The entire train consists of 18 recommended carriages, with a strictly controlled passenger capacity of 66. The ratio of crew to tourists is close to 1:1.2. The service team includes a train conductor, butlers, chefs, doctors, etc., providing a ‘one-price-includes-all-specified-items-in-the-itinerary’ service. Its core positioning is ‘daytime sightseeing and nighttime travel’—spending the day deeply exploring scenic spots while the train travels at night, saving time on long-distance transportation, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups or tourists pursuing quality.💰 Pricing Information:One-price-includes-all-specified-items-in-the-itinerary, with pricing based on seat type
2027 Price Reference (subject to contract):
Luxury Double Room:
Regular Departures:RMB 138,888 per seat (for 2 people)
Autumn Scenery Departures:RMB 158,888 per seat
Premium Carriage (entire carriage, max 6 people):
Regular Departures:RMB 888,888 per carriage

🛏️ Cabin Configuration: Mobile ‘Suite’ with Bathroom and Panoramic WindowsAutumn Scenery Departures:RMB 988,888 per carriage
Fees Include:Accommodation, meals, scenic spot tickets, special train transportation, guide services, on-tour doctor, insurance, etc.; excludes personal expenses and optional items (e.g., upgrading to a 4×4 vehicle on Route C requires an additional RMB 6,000 per person).
📝 Booking Process:Complete Signing in 5 Steps
1. Consultation and Selection: Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm departure dates, seat availability, and itinerary details.
2. Submit Information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of travelers to reserve intended seats.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay a 30% deposit based on the cabin class (e.g., approximately RMB 40,000 for a double room deposit) and receive an electronic receipt.
4. Sign Contract: Sign a unified electronic contract regulated by the national tourism authority, focusing on verifying cancellation and modification terms (subject to tourism law).

All 11 sleeping carriages on the train are luxury double rooms, available in two styles: Panda Theme and Han Style. Each room is approximately 13.8 square meters and is equipped comparably to high-end hotels:5. Settle Final Payment: Pay the remaining balance 30 days before departure, and customer service will issue a tour notification and luggage list upon confirmation.
🍽 ️ Reception Standards:Xinjiang Characteristics + Light and Appetizing
Included Items:
Meals:The entire journey includes 15 breakfasts and 28 main meals, with a meal standard of approximately RMB 200 per person per meal. It features Xinjiang specialties such as cold-water fish banquets, hand-pulled rice, and baked stuffed buns, while also offering light options (e.g., steamed fish, seasonal vegetables).
Accommodation:Special train cabins + local high-end hotels (e.g., Altay Hemu homestay, Kashgar Old Town boutique hotel).
Transportation:Special train + local air-conditioned tour buses (ordinary or 4×4 vehicles selected based on the route).
Services:24-hour on-tour doctor, professional photographer follow-shot (optional), luggage handling services.
Excluded Items:Personal expenses, optional entertainment items (e.g., SPA massages).

Separable or combinable twin beds (1.2m x 2m)🌟 Reception Features:4 Major Advantages Over Ordinary Trains
1. Accommodation Upgrade: Special train cabins with bathrooms, hotels all four-star or above, avoiding cheap homestays.
2. Diet Adaptation: Provides light, low-oil, and less spicy meals, solving the problem of middle-aged and elderly tourists ‘not being used to’ the food.
3. Relaxed Pace: Daily travel time does not exceed 3 hours, with sufficient time spent at scenic spots (e.g., 3 hours reserved for the three bays of Kanas).
4. Attentive Service: High ratio of crew to tourists, with luggage handled by staff throughout, eliminating the need for repeated lifting.
🆚 Comparison with Other Trains:Why Choose the Splendid East Express?
Diet:Ordinary trains mostly offer boxed meals, while the Splendid East Express provides freshly cooked Xinjiang cuisine + light options.

Living room sofa, mini-fridgePace:Ordinary trains have an average daily travel time of over 5 hours, while the Splendid East Express keeps it under 3 hours.
Medical Care:Ordinary trains have no on-tour doctor, while the Splendid East Express is equipped with a general practitioner and first-aid equipment.
Target Group:Ordinary trains primarily cater to young tourists, while the Splendid East Express has 70% of its passengers aged 50 and above, with activities more suitable for this demographic.
👥 Suitable for:These 3 Types of People Can Book Without Hesitation
1. Retired Seniors: No need for long-distance travel by car, comfortable accommodation, and comprehensive medical support.
2. Family Trips: Suitable for parent-child or three-generation families, with strong cabin privacy.
3. Photography Enthusiasts: The itinerary covers popular photography destinations such as Kanas and the Pamir Plateau, with ample停留 time (sufficient time for photography).

Wet and dry separated bathroom (24-hour hot water)🔥 3 Major Reasons for Continued Popularity
1. Rarity: The only recommended low-density high-end train in Xinjiang, with 8 group departures recommended annually and limited seats.
2. Word-of-Mouth Effect: Since operations began in 2025, the repurchase rate among old customers exceeds 40%, with a referral rate of 60%.
3. Policy Support: The train has been certified as a ‘Key Cultural Tourism Project’ by the Xinjiang Cultural and Tourism Department, with stable cooperation with scenic spots.
📞 Contact Information
Phone:Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
WeChat:Add Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Registration:All registrations are completed through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with no other channels available.
【Note】 Prices and seat availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate based on departure dates. The primary basis is the contract signed by both parties. The itinerary involves border areas, so valid identification must be carried. Specific policies are subject to local department requirements.
How to sign up for the 2027 Splendid East Express luxury tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury trains such as the Splendid Tianfu Express, Splendid East Express, Chengdu Express, White Cloud Express, New Oriental Express, Shifang Express, Kunlun Express, Tianshan Express, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Henan the Great River Express. For a light luxury躺游 (laid-back travel) experience and to enjoy a premium train journey, contact Manager Yang Jia, the exclusive customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, Mobile/WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle seat reservation, signing up for the trip, and inquire in real-time about special train departure dates, available sleeper seats, and travel itineraries.