Chengdu Panda Express North South Xinjiang Loop Price
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Panda Special Train Chengdu Number Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
🚂 【Experience the Western Regions’ Mountains and Rivers Aboard a ‘Moving Home’ — A Panoramic Tour of the Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop on the Chengdu Panda Special Train】
In the fast-paced era of travel, a way of exploring is quietly returning: slow down, stay in a moving luxury train, delve deep into scenic landscapes during the day, and sleep under the stars at night. In 2026, the ‘Chengdu’ Panda Special Train continues to operate the 16-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop, connecting the magnificent landscapes from Turpan to Kanas, and from the Pamir Plateau to Tianchi Lake. This is not just a geographical crossing but a deep journey blending natural wonders, cultural landscapes, and comfortable living.
🌄 Detailed Itinerary and Destinations
This loop covers the most representative landforms of Xinjiang: the red cliffs of the Flaming Mountains, the thousand-year wisdom of the Karez irrigation system, the snow-capped peaks and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, the rugged beauty of the Duku Highway, the endless greenery of the Nalati Grassland, the blue tranquility of Sayram Lake, and the autumn secret of Kanas (with lush forests in summer as well). The itinerary includes over 20 high-level scenic spots such as Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Bayanbulak Swan Lake, Hemu Village, and Guanyu Terrace, truly achieving a ‘string of pearls’ approach, avoiding long journeys, allowing tourists to rest during overnight train rides and focus on sightseeing during the day.
It is worth mentioning that the special train adopts a seamless ‘train + scenic spot’ mode, reducing transfer fatigue. The carriage itself is a destination—equipped with bathrooms, smart temperature control, large viewing windows, and a dedicated entertainment carriage ‘Liuyun Pavilion’, offering KTV, a cinema room, business salons, and a starry sky tea break area, meeting diverse needs for family gatherings, socializing with friends, or quiet relaxation.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, panda blessings, lantern riddle contests)
🚂【Experience the Western Regions’ Mountains and Rivers Aboard a ‘Moving Home’ — A Panoramic Tour of the Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop on the Chengdu Panda Special Train】D2 Chengdu Special Train Sightseeing (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf game, chess/gomoku)
D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez, Flaming Mountains)
D4 Kashgar (Kashgar Welcome Dinner)
D5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (Baisha Mountain, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata)
D6 Kashgar → Kuqa (Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses)
D7 Kuqa → Bayanbulak (Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayanbulak Swan Lake)
D8 Bayanbulak → Nalati (Middle Section of Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland)
In the fast-paced era of travel, a way of exploring is quietly returning: slow down, stay in a moving luxury train, delve deep into scenic landscapes during the day, and sleep under the stars at night. In 2026, the ‘Chengdu’ Panda Special Train continues to operate the 16-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop, connecting the magnificent landscapes from Turpan to Kanas, and from the Pamir Plateau to Tianchi Lake. This is not just a geographical crossing but a deep journey blending natural wonders, cultural landscapes, and comfortable living. D9 Nalati → Yining (Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Yining Liuxing Street)
D10 Yining → Beitun (Sayram Lake)
D11 Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, scenic tea break + aerial photography)
D12 Hemu → Kanas (Haden Viewing Platform, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas Boat Tour)
D13 Kanas → Urumqi (Guanyu Terrace, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Crouching Dragon Bay)
D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (Folk song gathering, board game masters, Werewolf game)
🌄 Detailed Itinerary and Destinations D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, trip concludes successfully
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
💰 Price Explanation
Based on the currently confirmed schedule, the specific tour dates and prices for the 2026 ‘Chengdu’ Panda Special Train 16-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour are as follows:
First Session:Departure on June 4, 2026, ending on June 19, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Second Session:Departure on June 21, 2026, ending on July 6, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Third Session:Departure on July 8, 2026, ending on July 23, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Fourth Session:Departure on July 25, 2026, ending on August 9, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
This loop covers the most representative landforms of Xinjiang: the red cliffs of the Flaming Mountains, the thousand-year wisdom of the Karez irrigation system, the snow-capped peaks and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, the rugged beauty of the Duku Highway, the endless greenery of the Nalati Grassland, the blue tranquility of Sayram Lake, and the autumn secret of Kanas (with lush forests in summer as well). The itinerary includes over 20 high-level scenic spots such as Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Bayanbulak Swan Lake, Hemu Village, and Guanyu Terrace, truly achieving a ‘string of pearls’ approach, avoiding long journeys, allowing tourists to rest during overnight train rides and focus on sightseeing during the day.Fifth Session:Departure on August 11, 2026, ending on August 26, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Sixth Session:Departure on August 28, 2026, ending on September 12, 2026. You Ran Ju: 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 72,999 RMB/person.
Seventh Session:Departure on September 14, 2026, ending on September 29, 2026. You Ran Ju: 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 72,999 RMB/person.
Prices may fluctuate due to factors such as season and resource allocation, and the final price is subject to the signed tourism contract. Different room types correspond to different space configurations: You Ran Ju is a double-occupancy cabin, approximately 8–12 square meters, with a bathroom; Shi Yi Ju offers more spacious accommodations, with some rooms accommodating three people, suitable for family trips.
📞 Registration Method
You can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
It is worth mentioning that the special train adopts a seamless ‘train + scenic spot’ mode, reducing transfer fatigue. The carriage itself is a destination—equipped with bathrooms, smart temperature control, large viewing windows, and a dedicated entertainment carriage ‘Liuyun Pavilion’, offering KTV, a cinema room, business salons, and a starry sky tea break area, meeting diverse needs for family gatherings, socializing with friends, or quiet relaxation.Phone/WeChat:18095969599
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🧾 Cost and Service Explanation
The cost includes full-trip special train accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, meals as listed in the itinerary, guide services, insurance, and entertainment activity organization. It does not include personal expenses, voluntary self-funded items, or services not mentioned.
Please note that due to force majeure factors such as weather, traffic, and scenic area policies, the travel agency may negotiate with tourists to make reasonable changes to the itinerary order or details while ensuring core attractions. All service content and cancellation/change rules are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations, with specifics subject to actual consultation and signed contracts.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring a windproof jacket and sunscreen. The itinerary passes through some high-altitude areas (such as the Pamir Plateau). If you have special health conditions, please inform the staff in advance. The region is home to diverse ethnic groups with rich cultures; please respect local customs and travel civilly.
This journey is not just about seeing the scenery but about redefining the meaning of ‘on the road’ over 16 days—in a moving home, conversing with snow-capped mountains, sleeping with lakes, and letting the vastness of the Western Regions slowly flow into your heart.
Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 to start your special train journey.
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