★ 2026 Inaugural Departure, with only 92 limited seats available
★ Customer service ratio is as high as 2:1 or above
★ Free drinks on the train
★ Free airport/station shuttle service is provided upon arrival at Chengdu/Lanzhou Airport/train station
★ Free two nights of star rated hotel accommodation for the first and last nights of the itinerary
★ VIP Access at scenic sites & direct shuttle service to scenic sites
★ Premium small group ground tours, 12–16 participants per group (excluding children).
Itinerary
Guests can choose Chengdu or Lanzhou as boarding points and board the Jinxiu Tianfu Panda Express at the designated time, officially embarking on a wonderful journey in Xinjiang.
Today's onboard event: [Welcome Ceremony] [Band Performance] [Song and Dance Performance]
Meals:B: self-care L: Train Lunch D: Train Dinner
Accommodation: Splendid Tianfu Express
Meals:L/D
Stay:Splendid Tianfu Express
DAY 2
Sightseeing on the Splendid Tianfu Express
Experience the mobile Oriental aesthetic train all day long, and along the way, you can enjoy the vast Gobi Desert and mountain scenery in the northwest. Guests can also participate in the special train activities organized by Panda Butler,with laughter and joy along the way,arriving in Urumqi and then staying at the hotel to rest.
Today's onboard activities: [Reading Corner] [Cocktail Party] [Observation Activity Check in]
Important reminder
Guests arriving in Urumqi on the same day will be greeted at the airport by staff holding a "Tianfu VIP" welcome board at the designated time.
Meals:B: Sichuan-Style Elegant Banquet L: Sichuan-Style Elegant Banquet D: Sichuan-Style Elegant Banquet
Accommodation: Urumqi Hilton Hotel, Wanda Vista Urumqi or equivalent
Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Urumqi Hilton Hotel, Wanda Vista Urumqi or equivalent
Today's theme: "Heavenly Lake"
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel,head to participate in the Jinxiu Tianfu Express
Welcome Banquet in Xinjiang. Embark on a beautiful journey in Xinjiang with distinctive Xinjiang songs and dances.
Go to visit
Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area in the afternoon.
(Driving time: approx. 1.5 hrs; Full tour: no less than 3 hrs)Tian Shan Tian Chi is a well-known high mountain lake, known as the "Heavenly Lake",where you can overlook the magnificent Bogda Snow Peak.
After the tour,enjoy dinner,depart at the designated time to the station,and board the Jinxiu Tianfu Express to
Yining.
Meals: B:HTL L: Xinjiang Welcome Banque D: Local Flavor Meal
Accommodation: Splendid Tianfu Express
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Splendid Tianfu Express
DAY 4
Yining-Sayram Lake-Kuqa
Today's theme: "Exploration Sayram Lake+Afternoon Tea"
After arriving in Yining in the morning,meet guests at the station. Go to visit
Sayram Lake(Driving time: approx. 1.5 hrs; Full tour: no less than 4 hrs) Sayram Lake isknown as the last tear of the Atlantic due to its warm and humid air currents. This lake on the ridge is not only picturesque,but also carries moving legends and rich Silk Road culture,waiting for your exploration.
After the tour is over, take vehicle to the station and board the Jinxiu Tianfu Express to
Kuqa.
Meals: B: Sichuan-Style Elegant Banquet L: Local-Favor Meal D: Local-Favor Meal
Accommodation: Splendid Tianfu Express
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Splendid Tianfu Express
Today's theme: Qiuci on the Silk RoadAfter arriving in Kuqa in the afternoon,check in to the hotel for short rest.
After short rest,go to visit
Resitan Old Street, strolling through the unique historical and cultural districts of Xinjiang,admiring the old street's colorful door art gallery,and experiencing the authentic Uyghur living scene.
Watch large-scale original musical drama-
Blossom Date in Ancient Kuqa on the Silk Road.
(Approx. 1 hr)The performance uses "Apricot Blossoms" as the medium and "Silk Road" as the pulse. Through classic dances such as Qiuci music and dance,Hu Xuan dance,and modern light and shadow technology it reproduces the flying sky dance scenes in the Kizil Grottoes murals,creating an audio-visual feast.
After enjoying dinner,check in to the hotel.
Meals: B: Sichuan- Style Elegant Banquet L: Sichuan- Style Elegant Banquet D: Local-Favor Meal
Accommodation: Kuqa Chaoyu Wanhua International Hotel or equivalent
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![The Promise of Apricot Blossoms - Silk Road Turtle]()
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Kuqa Chaoyu Wanhua International Hotel or equivalent
Today's theme: Red Wonderland
After savouring a lazy morning without an alarm clock, you may set off on a self-guided exploration of Kuqa Old Town, then head to the restaurant for lunch.
Visit
Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon(Driving time: approx. 80 mins; Full tour: no less than 60 mins)The mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon is known as one of the top ten most beautiful canyons in China, meaning "red cliffs" in Uyghur language. It is a red geological wonder hidden at the southern foot of the Tianshan Mountains.
After enjoying dinner,take the vehiclle to the station and board the Jinxiu Tianfu Express to
Kashgar.
Meals: B: HTL L: Local-Favor Lunch D:Local-Favor Dinner
Accommodation: Splendid Tianfu Express
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Splendid Tianfu Express
Today's theme: "Journey to the Sacred Lake on the Plateau"
Arrive in Kashgar in the morning and travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to the Roof of the World -
Pamir Plateau(Driving time: approx. 3 hrs)Visit
Baisha Lake(No less than 40 mins)The undulating silver white sand mountains and clear blue lake water have been guarding each other for thousands of years,forming a clear and fantastic boundary line,which is a must visit place when visiting Kashgar.
Afterwards,head to the legendary border town that dominates the Pamir Plateau
Ta County, with its unique posture of 'one county neighboring three countries',it stands tall on the western border of the motherland. This is not only the filming location for the classic film 'Visitor on the Iceberg',but also the hometown of Lazini Bayika, the 2021 'Touching China' Person of the Year. His life written hymn has spread throughout China,allowing the spirit of the 'Pamir Eagle' to soar forever.
After that, participate in
Tajik Family Visit. Taste the snacks prepared by Tajiks, ing and dance with Tajiks,and understand the national culture of Tajiks.
Dinner-authentic
Ta County Yak Meat Hot Pot, stay at the Ta County Hotel for rest.
Meals: B:Train Breakfast L: Local-Favor Meal D: Yak Meat Hotpot
Accommodation: Ta County Panoramic Star Hotel/ Yunjing Hotel/ Pamir Hotel or equivalent
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Ta County Panoramic Star Hotel/ Yunjing Hotel/ Pamir Hotel or equivalent
Today's theme: Intangible Cultural Heritage and Ancient Arts
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel,proceed to
Karakul Lake(Driving time: approx. 2 hrs; Full tour: no less than 1 hr)It is known as the "color changing lake" of the Pamir Plateau and the "mirror of the father of icebergs", and is a brilliant pearl embedded under the Mustagh Peak.
Afterwards participate in
Intangible Cultural Heritage Handicraft Experience. Experience firsthand an intangible cultural heritage handicraft and experience the simple traditional ethnic cultural life. Experience the ancient charm of ethnic life and gain a special cultural memory through the inheritance of skills.
Arrive in Kashgar to enjoy
Whole Roasted Lamb Feast. Afterwards, check in to the hotel and rest.
Meals:B: HTL L: Local-Favor Meal D: Whole Roasted Lamb Feast
Accommodation: Kashgar Nanjiang Global Harbor International Hotel/ Hampton by Hilton or equivalent
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Kashgar Nanjiang Global Harbor International Hotel/ Hampton by Hilton or equivalent
Today's theme: 'Kashgar Ethnic Customs'
Having weathered more than 2,000 years of wind, frost, rain and snow, Kashgar Old Town is Xinjiang’s most representative historical and cultural attraction. Afterwards, you can stroll through the criss crossing streets and alleys of the ancient city,experiencing the most authentic Western style.
Explore the Secrets
Gaotai Ancient Homes (No less than 40 mins)This is the filming location of the Oscar winning film "The Kite Runner" and one of the most primitive prototypes of the old city of Kashgar, known as the "living fossil of Kashgar".
Visit
Aitigar Grand Mosque(No less than 40 mins)This mosque is an outstanding showcase of Islamic religious culture and a perfect fusion of unique Islamic architectural style and traditional Chinese architectural techniques.
After dinner,board the Jinxiu Tianfu Expressto go
Korla.
Meals:B: HTL L: Local-Favor Meal D: Local-Favor Meal
Accommodation: Splendid Tianfu Express
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Splendid Tianfu Express
Today's theme: "Desert Peach Blossom Spring"
Arrive in Korla in the morning and meet guests at the station.
After lunch,takevehicle to visit
Lop Nor Village, which hides deep on the banks of the Tarim River in Yuli County,it is one of the oldest and last homes of the Lop people in Xinjiang. Here, the vastness of the Taklamakan Desert,the winding of the Tarim River,and the resilience of the golden Populus euphratica forest converge to form a magnificent picture of four landscapes in one.
Special note: Overseas tourists (all holders of foreign passports) are unable to visit the Lop Nur People's Village and will be replaced with Bosten Lake for free.After the tour,take vehicle to the station and board the Jinxiu Tianfu Express to the ancient silk town -
Turpan.
Meals:B: Sichuan-Style Elegant Banquet L: Local-Favor Meal D: Sichuan-Style Elegant Banquet
Accommodation: Turpan Hengze Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn or equivalent
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Turpan Hengze Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn or equivalent
DAY 11
Flaming Mountain - Karez Well
Today's theme: "Adventure in the Fire Land of Turpan"
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel,visit
Flaming Mountain Scenic Area(No less than 1 hr) Watch the largest thermometer in China and feel the temperature on the ground of Flame Mountain. Arrange a Turpan specialty fruit banquet at noon.
Afterwards,go visiting
Karez Well(No less than 30 mins) Karez Well is a special irrigation system in Xinjiang, China which is comparable to the Great Wall and the Grand Canal, and is also known as one of the three major ancient Chinese engineering projects.
Gather at the designated time,go to the station,and board Jinxiu Tianfu Express back.
Meals: B: HTL L: Train Lunch D: Turpan Fruit Feast
Accommodation: Splendid Tianfu Express
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Splendid Tianfu Express
Experience the mobile Oriental aesthetic train all day long, and along the way, you can enjoy the vast Gobi Desert and mountain scenery in the northwest. Distinguished guests can also participate in the train themed activities organized by Panda Butler,enjoying laughter and joy along the way.
Meals: B: Sichuan-Style Elegant Banquet L: Sichuan-Style Elegant Banquet D: Sichuan-Style Elegant Banquet
Accommodation: Splendid Tianfu Express
Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Splendid Tianfu Express
Enjoy the scenic ride aboard the Jinxiu Tianfu Express until you reach your destination, marking the end of your wonderful Xinjiang journey. The Jinxiu Tianfu Express looks forward to welcoming you again.
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(The above itinerary is for reference only, subject to the signed contract.)
Price Includes / Excludes
Includes
1. 【 Transportation 】: Seats on the Splendid Tianfu high-end panda special train+destination regular tourist air-conditioned bus;
2. 【 Meals】: 12 breakfasts and 24 main meals provided throughout the journey
Jinxiu Tianfu Express train meal: Breakfast standard is RMB 60 per pax, and main meal standard is RMB 120 per pax
Meals during the land tour: Breakfast is mostly included in the hotel, and the standard for dinner is RMB100 per pax, and the standard for specialty meals is RMB120-150 per pax (specialty meals are Xinjiang Welcome Banquet, Yak Meat Hot Pot, Roasted whole lamb Banquet, and Turpan Fruit Banquet, respectively.)
Special note:
As train meals must be pre-ordered and prepared in fixed quantities prior to departure, and all local meals are served as group set meals, included meals are non-refundable and non-transferable. Thank you for your understanding.
3.【 Ticket】: Includes attraction entry tickets and in-park transfers as listed in the itinerary.
Special note:
This luxury rail tour is sold as a bundled service package. Entrance fees are calculated at group rates and require advance reservation and registration. Therefore, no discounts apply to tickets, and there will be no refunds for unused tickets. Thank you for your understanding.
4. 【 Accommodation 】: Ctrip 5 Diamond Hotel in Urumqi/Kuche/Kashgar; Ta County/Turpan Ctrip 4 Diamond Hotel (The room type is a double standard room. If there is a single man or woman, a shared room arrangement will be made. If guests are unable to share a room or voluntarily stay alone, they will need to pay the difference of yuan per person)
Reference hotel:
Second night: Urumqi Hilton Hotel, Wanda Vista Hotel or equivalent;
Fifth night: Kuqa Chaoyu Wanhua International Hotel or equivalent;
Seventh night: Ta County Panoramic Starry Sky Hotel, Yunjing Hotel, Pamir Hotel or equivalent;
Eighth night: Nanjiang Global Harbor International Hotel, Blu Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn or equivalent;
Tenth night: Turpan Hengze Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn or equivalent;
5. 【 Guides & Staff 】: Certified local tour guides; service staff accompanying throughout the journey; attendants of the Jinxiu Tianfu Express Train and on-board healthcare personnel (qualified physicians, nurses and experienced health support specialists).
Special note:
"Certified medical staff accompanying" refers to health ambassadors with qualifications as physicians or nurses and rich clinical experience accompanying tourists on the train.
6. 【Child Policy】Packages for children under 12 do not include train berths, hotel beds or hotel breakfast. They include train meals, attraction tickets, ground transfer fees, driver and guide service fees.
Excludes
1. All other expenses not listed in the [Cost Includes] section.
2. Additional costs incurred due to unexpected events such as traffic delays, cancellations, or force majeure events such as wars, strikes, natural disasters, etc.
Cancellation & Change Policy
Guests acknowledge that railway transportation is linked to the national economy and public wellbeing. Railway operations are managed under unified dispatching and command.If the special tourist train departs earlier or is delayed due to unforeseeable causes including emergencies, dispatching arrangements by competent authorities, railway construction, track incidents, rolling stock failures or heavy rail traffic, our company will provide 7 days’ prior notice. Should the special tourist train be unable to operate, we will notify guests 5 days in advance, and the travel agency shall not bear any liability for breach of contract.The actual departure time and stops of the special train are subject to the instructions of the competent authorities.
Delays and itinerary disruptions caused by railway scheduling, construction, track incidents, rolling stock malfunctions or train timetable revisions shall be deemed force majeure. The travel agency shall not assume any liability for breach of contract for such events.
Due to the charter nature of the tourist special train, travel agencies need to pay the railway department's performance guarantee deposit, hotel deposit and other fees in advance. Therefore, the cancellation rules for tourists who register for this special train are as follows:
(1) If the travel advance payment is cancelled due to personal reasons after collection, the advance payment will not be refunded;
(2) The final payment shall be made 30 days before the departure date. If the final payment is not paid due to any personal reasons, it shall be deemed as automatic waiver and the advance payment shall not be refunded;
(3) If the trip is cancelled due to personal reasons 15-29 days before the departure date (inclusive), 50% of the contract amount will be charged;
(4) If the trip is cancelled due to personal reasons 1-14 days before the departure date (inclusive), 85% of the contract amount will be charged;
(5) If the trip is cancelled due to personal reasons on the day of departure or during the itinerary, 100% of the contract amount will be charged.
Renaming rules:
Tourists can change their travel personnel 3 days before departure without any loss.
Important Notes
1. Anyone who is physically and mentally healthy and optimistic can apply. Those with severe hypertension, heart disease, asthma and other illnesses are not suitable to participate in this trip. Prior notice must be given when registering. Those who conceal their condition will bear the corresponding consequences. For those with serious conditions, our company has the right to persuade them to withdraw or terminate the contract during the trip.
2. Elderly tourists should pay special attention to their physical health condition to determine whether they are suitable for participating in this trip. Tourists over 70 years old are required to provide a physical examination report within six months and sign a health exemption commitment letter. Tourists over 75 years old must be accompanied by their immediate family members before traveling.
3. Xinjiang belongs to the northwest region and has a different economy compared to the mainland, so there are differences in food, accommodation, and transportation. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
4. The difference in daily routine between Xinjiang and Beijing is about two hours, and Beijing time is used throughout Xinjiang. Therefore, the rest time in Xinjiang is around 24:00 in the evening, and the morning work time is around 10:00.
5. There is a large temperature difference between morning and evening, with a maximum temperature difference of 20 degrees. When sleeping at night, the air conditioning should be turned on moderately, and not too cold, or not covered with a cotton blanket, which may cause discomfort to the body.
6. Due to the vast territory of Xinjiang and the long travel time by car, in many cases, tourists need to get off and walk or personally experience the fun of horseback riding and camel riding. So, a suitable pair of shoes is particularly important.
7. Although the temperature in Xinjiang is slightly lower, due to the high altitude in many areas, ultraviolet radiation is intense. So tourists should prepare sufficient and effective sunscreen products, as well as medications or granules that can clear heat, quench thirst, and moisturize, such as Xia Sangju granules, to avoid being unable to withstand excessively dry and hot weather for a while. If passengers experience motion sickness, please bring your own motion sickness medication.
8. When traveling in Xinjiang, due to the long itinerary and significant climate differences, tourists may find it difficult to adapt and may experience symptoms of discomfort. Tourists should bring relevant medications and some common medicines, such as band aids, cold medicine, or medication for gastrointestinal discomfort.
9. Xinjiang is a land of fruits, and eating fruits in Xinjiang is a great pleasure. However, do not drink hot tea after eating fruits to avoid diarrhea.
10. Xinjiang is a region inhabited by various ethnic minorities, with a strong religious color. Ethnic groups who believe in Islam do not eat pork, which is their biggest taboo in life and must not be offended.
11. In most areas of Xinjiang, the quoted price for purchasing weighed goods is in kilograms. Therefore, please confirm whether the quoted price is in kilograms or market pounds when purchasing weighed goods. When purchasing tourist souvenirs in Bazaar (market), please negotiate after confirming the purchase. Unscrupulous bargaining behavior can lead to dissatisfaction from the seller. If the transaction fails, please also pay attention to civility and politeness