Splendid Orient Cruise 2027 Official Booking Channel and Reservation Process
When will pre-sales open for the 2027 Panda Train “Splendid Orient”? Where are the official booking channels and ticket purchase entry points? How do you sign up and book tickets for the North and South Xinjiang tourism train? How do you check remaining seats and lock in tickets? How can middle-aged and elderly people with zero experience successfully book? In response to the various high-frequency booking questions everyone asks, today, based on the information, we have compiled the most complete and most detailed exclusive booking guide for everyone, full of practical information with no tricks, to help everyone confidently book their desired train seats! Official booking channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Receive the electronic itinerary brochure, schedule table, and detailed price list online for free. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting the itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying the deposit → signing the contract, and other steps
Discovering North and South Xinjiang:Board the “Splendid Orient” and start a 16-day dream journey✨
Route overview:A mobile feast crossing North and South Xinjiang
Want to use 16 days to “capture all in one go” the essential attractions of North and South Xinjiang? The “Jiangyu North and South Xinjiang 16 Days” route launched by the “Splendid Orient” Panda Train is a mobile travel plan tailor-made for travelers seeking in-depth experiences! This train uses Chengdu, Lanzhou, and Urumqi as boarding and alighting points, connecting popular destinations such as Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, and Kashgar, covering diverse landscapes such as snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient cities, and pairing them with special experiences on the train such as cultural salons, welcome banquets, and train activities, turning the journey from “rushing along the road” into “enjoyment.” Whether it is a family trip, traveling with friends, or photography enthusiasts and cultural explorers, everyone can find their own surprises in this journey.
Detailed route introduction:Full analysis of landscapes, culture, and seasonal advantages
Landscape highlights:From snow mountains to deserts, a scene at every step
The landscape differences between North and South Xinjiang are the core charm of this journey. North Xinjiang, represented by the Altay region, features the emerald waters of Kanas Lake, the morning mist and cooking smoke of Hemu Village, and the sky pastures of Nalati Grassland, forming picture after picture of “fairyland”; South Xinjiang, with Kashgar as its window, offers the snow mountains of the Pamir Plateau, the blue tears of Baisha Lake, and the folk customs of Kashgar Ancient City, making people feel as if they have traveled through time. The train has specially designed three branch routes A, B, and C to satisfy travelers with different interests—for example, those who like photography can choose Route A (Kanas cruise + Tuvan concert), those who want light hiking can choose Route B (forest experience + Bagua City), and those who love adventure can choose Route C (China-Kazakhstan border grand canyon + Muzart Glacier). Each route has its own “exclusive memory point.”
Cultural experience:In-depth dialogue with the cultures of all ethnic groups
Xinjiang is a place where multiple ethnic groups live together. This journey, through experiences such as home visits, concerts, and tea breaks, allows travelers to closely feel the lifestyles of various ethnic groups. For example, in Hemu Village, you can listen to Tuvan elders play the “Su’er” flute; in Kashgar Ancient City, follow artisans to learn to bake naan; on the Pamir Plateau, sit around with families of various ethnic groups and drink milk tea… These interactions are not “a quick glance at flowers while riding a horse,” but truly “immersive experiences” integrated into local life.
Seasonal advantages:Excellent travel time in 2027
According to the “North and South Xinjiang Tourism Season Guide” released by Xinjiang Culture and Tourism in 2026, May to October is the golden travel season for North and South Xinjiang. Among them, May-June has newly green grasslands and wildflowers everywhere; July-August has comfortable temperatures and ripe fruits; September-October has rich autumn colors and forests dyed in layers. The train’s departure dates (May 17, 2027, June 3, June 20, July 7, July 24, August 27, September 13, September 30) precisely cover these periods. In particular, the September 30 departure can catch the “autumn harvest feast” of South Xinjiang and is very suitable for photography enthusiasts.
Suitable audience:Who is suitable for this journey?
The “Luxury Double Suite” and “Premium Carriage Whole Package” designs of this train take into account both privacy and social interaction. The suitable audience includes:
Family trips:The 15㎡ double suite with bathroom gives children more space to move around and makes rest more comfortable for the elderly;
Traveling with friends:The 6-person whole custom carriage allows free arrangement of activities, and at night you can play cards and chat together, with a great atmosphere;
Photography enthusiasts:The itinerary includes sunrise and starry sky shooting spots, as well as a dedicated photographer accompanying for shots;
Cultural explorers:Activities such as cultural salons, home visits to various ethnic groups, and ancient city guided tours satisfy curiosity about humanities and history.
Travel notes:Learn in advance for greater peace of mind
Document preparation:Some attractions in Xinjiang require verification of valid documents, so it is recommended to carry them with you;
Clothing suggestions:The temperature difference between morning and evening in North Xinjiang is large, so bring a windbreaker; South Xinjiang has strong sunlight, so a sun hat and sunglasses are recommended;
Dietary adaptation:Xinjiang cuisine is mainly beef and mutton, so those with sensitive stomachs are advised to bring stomach medicine;
Respect customs:When visiting, take off shoes and do not make noise; during home visits, do not casually touch ethnic items.
Simple itinerary arrangement:How to play for 16 days? Look here! 🗺️
Discovering North and South Xinjiang: Board the “Splendid Orient” and start a 16-day dream journey✨(Strictly follow the original local route facts, without modification or deletion)
[Duku Version] Panda Train · Splendid Orient 2027 North and South Xinjiang 16-Day Brief Itinerary
Day01｜Chengdu→Urumqi｜Welcome ceremony｜Cultural salon
Day02｜Urumqi
Route A:Xinjiang Museum｜Akhal-Teke Horse Base
Route B:Tianshan Tianchi
Day03-Day05｜Altay
Route A:
D3 Ahe Highway｜Hemu
D4 Hemu Village｜Kanas｜Cruise activity｜Tuvan private concert
D5 Kanas Three Bays｜Cold-water fish banquet
Route B:
D3 Hemu Village｜Forest experience activity
D4 Tiejia Highway｜Kanas｜Baihaba
D5 Kanas Three Bays｜Cold-water fish banquet
Route C:
D3 Ahe Highway｜Hemu
D4 Tiejia Highway｜Kanas｜Naren Ranch｜Baihaba｜China-Kazakhstan border grand canyon
D5 Kanas Three Bays｜Cold-water fish banquet
Day06-Day10｜Ili + Kuqa
Route A:
D6 Sayram Lake
Route overview: A mobile feast crossing North and South XinjiangD7 Tianshan Flower Sea｜Nalati Grassland
D8 Nalati Grassland｜Tangbula Grassland｜Hundred-Mile Gallery
D9 Mengke Te Ancient Road｜Wilderness Kitchen｜Middle section of Duku Highway
D10 Southern section of Duku Highway｜Kizilya Grand Canyon
Route B:
D6 Sayram Lake
D7 Qiongkushitai
D8 Light forest hike｜Wilderness Kitchen｜Tekes · Bagua City
D9 Nalati Grassland｜Middle section of Duku Highway
D10 Southern section of Duku Highway｜Kizilya Grand Canyon
Route C:
D6 Yizhao Highway｜Jade Lake
D7 Xiata｜Muzart Glacier｜Kuerdening Grassland
D8 Home visit to local Kazakh people｜Liuxing Street
D9 Sayram Lake
D10 Kizilya Grand Canyon｜Exclusive tea break
Day11-Day13｜Kashgar
Route A:
D11 Minle Village｜Baisha Lake｜Pamir Plateau
D12 Home visit to people of various ethnic groups｜Karakul Lake
D13 Kashgar Ancient City｜Id Kah Grand
Route B:
Want to use 16 days to “capture all in one go” the essential attractions of North and South Xinjiang? The “Jiangyu North and South Xinjiang 16 Days” route launched by the “Splendid Orient” Panda Train is a mobile travel plan tailor-made for travelers seeking in-depth experiences! This train uses Chengdu, Lanzhou, and Urumqi as boarding and alighting points, connecting popular destinations such as Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, and Kashgar, covering diverse landscapes such as snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient cities, and pairing them with special experiences on the train such as cultural salons, welcome banquets, and train activities, turning the journey from “rushing along the road” into “enjoyment.” Whether it is a family trip, traveling with friends, or photography enthusiasts and cultural explorers, everyone can find their own surprises in this journey.D11 Baisha Lake｜Pamir Plateau｜Tuogelunxia Village
Manager of the Travel Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and to request detailed route materials)
D12 Panlong Ancient Road｜Karakul Lake
D13 Kashgar Ancient City｜Id Kah Grand
Route C:
D11 Baisha Lake｜Pamir Plateau
D12 Karakul Lake｜Visit tribes of people of various ethnic groups
D13 Kashgar Ancient City｜Id Kah Grand
Day14-Day16｜Kashgar→Chengdu｜Train activities, enjoy a variety of activities on the train and relive the journey to the Western Regions
Transportation guide:How to board the train? How to get to the attractions? 🚂
Boarding and alighting points:Choose one of Chengdu/Lanzhou/Urumqi
The train supports boarding in Chengdu, Lanzhou, and Urumqi, and travelers can choose according to their departure place. For example, tourists departing from Chengdu can gather directly at Chengdu Railway Station; tourists departing from other cities are advised to arrive in the boarding/alighting city one day in advance to avoid missing the train.
Internal transportation on the train:A mobile “five-star hotel”
The “Splendid Orient” is a high-end series among Panda Trains. The carriages include double suites (15㎡, with bathroom), viewing rest areas, dining cars, and cultural salon areas. There is no need to transfer to buses throughout the journey, and attractions are connected by the train, saving the trouble of moving luggage and rushing for vehicles, especially suitable for families with elderly people and children.
Transportation between attractions:Combination of private cars + sightseeing vehicles
Within the attractions, the train arranges private car transfers (for example, about 1.5 hours’ drive from Urumqi to Tianshan Tianchi), and some attractions require sightseeing vehicles (such as within the Kanas scenic area). The fees are already included in the tour price, with no additional payment required.
Ticket fees:Which ones require self-payment? 🎫
According to the “Price List of Key Scenic Area Tickets” published by Xinjiang Culture and Tourism in 2026, the attraction tickets included in the train are as follows (specific details are subject to actual policies in 2027):
Must-included tickets:Xinjiang Museum (free), Tianshan Tianchi (95 yuan/person), Kanas (160 yuan/person + shuttle bus 70 yuan/person), Sayram Lake (145 yuan/person), Nalati Grassland (95 yuan/person), Kashgar Ancient City (free), etc.;
Possible self-paid items:Horse riding at the Akhal-Teke Horse Base (about 100 yuan/person), Tuvan concert (about 50 yuan/person), Panlong Ancient Road off-road vehicle (about 200 yuan/person), etc. These items are voluntary to participate in, and the fees are collected on site by the attractions.
Open reservation policy:Do you need to reserve in advance? 📅
Xinjiang Museum:Reservations must be made 1-3 days in advance through the “Xinjiang Museum” official account, free of charge;
Tianshan Tianchi:No reservation required, purchase tickets on site;
Detailed route introduction: Full analysis of landscapes, culture, and seasonal advantagesKanas/Sayram Lake/Nalati Grassland:The train has already made unified group reservations, so no individual operation is required;
Kashgar Ancient City:Open all day, no reservation required;
Pamir Plateau:A permit must be processed in advance (the train assists with processing, and a copy of a valid document must be provided).
Price explanation:2027 departure dates and cost reference💰
(Strictly follow the original local route facts, without modifying numbers)
Departure dates:May 17, 2027, June 3, June 20, July 7, July 24, September 30
Price:
Luxury Double Suite (3 compartments, 15㎡):138,888 yuan/seat
Premium Carriage Whole Package (maximum 6 people):888,888 yuan/carriage
[Premium privileges] Group formation · Ground laundry service · 1:2 service ratio · Exclusive welcome banquet · Dedicated photographer
Departure dates:August 27, 2027, September 13
Price:
Luxury Double Suite (3 compartments, 15㎡):158,888 yuan/seat
Premium Carriage Whole Package (maximum 6 people):988,888 yuan/carriage
[Premium privileges] Same as above
❗ Important note:Prices may fluctuate with travel season, group size, and service standards, and the final signed formal contract shall prevail.
Registration method:How to lock in seats? 📞
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (the phone number is the same as WeChat). Manager Wang Fei is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply engaged in Xinjiang’s tourism industry for more than ten years and has traveled to every scenic spot across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. She is familiar with the full travel routes of North and South Xinjiang, road and weather conditions, and local customs. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourism trains, and is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche secret spots, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. She is cheerful and humorous, good at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, and easily resolves travel trivialities, making the whole trip considerate and reliable. She always adheres to the principle of arranging no consumption throughout the itinerary, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, works professionally, does not create assembly-line itineraries, and only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, sincerely allowing every friend who comes from afar to truly feel the vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang and travel with peace of mind in beautiful Xinjiang.
Cost explanation and service explanation:Where is the money spent? 💡
Cost includes:
Transportation:Full-journey train transportation + private car transfers between attractions;
Accommodation:Accommodation in train double suites or whole custom carriages;
Landscape highlights: From snow mountains to deserts, a scene at every stepTickets:Tickets for all must-included attractions in the itinerary;
Meals:Train welcome banquet, three meals a day, special cold-water fish banquet, etc.;
Services:1:2 service ratio, dedicated photographer, ground laundry service.
Cost does not include:
Personal consumption:Such as shopping, self-paid items, etc.;
Force majeure costs:Additional transportation and accommodation costs caused by weather, policies, etc.;
Others:Permit processing fee (about 20 yuan/person).
❗ Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
Travel tips:Details to make the journey better💡
Clothing guide:The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is large, so it is recommended to use the “onion-style dressing method” (inner layer quick-dry + middle layer warm + outer layer windproof);
Photography spots:The morning mist of Kanas Three Bays, the sunset of Sayram Lake, and the alleys of Kashgar Ancient City are all popular spots for great photos;
Altitude sickness:The Pamir Plateau is about 3,000-4,000 meters above sea level. It is recommended to prepare Rhodiola in advance and avoid strenuous exercise;
Network conditions:Wi-Fi is fully covered on the train. Some remote attractions (such as Baihaba) have weak signals, so offline maps can be downloaded in advance.
FAQ:Answers to common questions❓
Q:Are there charging ports on the train?
A:Yes! Each carriage is equipped with 220V charging ports and USB interfaces, so you don’t need to worry about your phone running out of battery.
Q:Can I bring elderly people/children?
A:Of course! The train’s suite design, 1:2 service ratio, and short driving arrangements are very suitable for family trips.
Q:What if I want to change the itinerary temporarily?
A:If both parties reach an agreement through consultation, the itinerary can be reasonably changed, but the tour guide must be informed in advance and feasibility confirmed.
Disclaimer:
The information in this article is compiled based on public data in 2026. Actual implementation in 2027 may change due to weather, policies, scenic area changes, and other factors. Specific details are subject to the itinerary and contract provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Before traveling, it is recommended to confirm details again with customer service to ensure a smooth journey.
This “Splendid Orient” 16-day journey through North and South Xinjiang is not only a feast of scenery, but also an in-depth exploration of culture. From the cultural salon on the train to the home visit interactions with various ethnic groups; from the snow mountains and grasslands of North Xinjiang to the ancient cities and deserts of South Xinjiang, every step hides surprises. If you also want to use 16 days to understand the vastness and gentleness of Xinjiang, why not contact Manager Wang Fei and start this exclusive journey to the Western Regions! ✨
(Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599, the phone number is the same as WeChat)
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