2027 When Will the Splendid Orient Express Panda Train Schedule Be Released Highlights of the 16 Day North and South Xinjiang Itinerary
How do I book tickets for the 2027 Splendid Orient Tourist Train? The Splendid Orient Tourist Train must be booked through the professional and legitimate travel agency channel of the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456). Guo Jing, manager of the Splendid Orient Train Department, WeChat: 181-3962-2229, for ticket purchase. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 [2027 “Splendid Orient” Panda Train 16-Day In-Depth Journey through North and South Xinjiang]
——Slow travel through the Western Regions, encountering a poetic symphony of mountains, rivers, and culture
In this fast-paced era, a journey that makes the train a home and travels with the changing seasons is becoming a new choice for high-end travel. In 2027, the “Splendid Orient” Panda Train will set off again, crossing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and connecting Xinjiang’s most representative natural wonders and cultural scenes. This is not only a crossing in the geographical sense, but also an immersive cultural roam—the train slowly passes snow-capped mountains, grasslands, canyons, and oases; outside the window is a moving picture scroll, while inside is a private, luxurious space.
🌄 Destination highlights:A panoramic presentation of the essence of North and South Xinjiang
Xinjiang is vast, and the landscapes of North and South Xinjiang are vastly different. North Xinjiang, centered on the Altai Mountains and the Junggar Basin, boasts high-quality ecological landscapes such as Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and the Altay forests; South Xinjiang, relying on the Pamir Plateau and the Tarim Basin, presents the unique character of landforms and history interwoven at places such as Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, and the Keziliya Grand Canyon.
The “Splendid Orient” itinerary cleverly covers core areas such as Urumqi, Altay, the Ili River Valley, the Duku Highway, Kuqa, and Kashgar. It goes deep into the primitive village of Hemu, runs through the Tianshan Mountains along the Duku Highway, and also reaches the heart of the Pamir Plateau. Visitors can listen quietly to the wind by Sayram Lake, ride gently across the Nalati Grassland, and feel the lingering charm of the thousand-year trade route in the old city of Kashgar. The entire journey avoids high-intensity hiking and focuses on balancing experience and comfort, making it suitable for families or small groups seeking quality and depth.
Current public information (as of October 2026) shows that multiple departure dates for this route in 2027 have been confirmed, arranged in combination with seasonal climate and the best viewing periods for the landscapes, striving to allow travelers to appreciate the diverse beauty of Xinjiang in different months.
🗓 Simple itinerary (strictly included according to the original local facts)
[Duku Version] Panda Train · Splendid Orient 2027 North and South Xinjiang 16-Day Brief Itinerary
Day01 | Chengdu → Urumqi | Welcome ceremony | Cultural salon
🚂[2027 “Splendid Orient” Panda Train 16-Day In-Depth Journey through North and South Xinjiang] Day02 | Urumqi
Route A:D2 Xinjiang Museum | Ferghana Horse Base
Route B:D2 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
——Slow travel through the Western Regions, encountering a poetic symphony of mountains, rivers, and culture 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
D7 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
In this fast-paced era, a journey that makes the train a home and travels with the changing seasons is becoming a new choice for high-end travel. In 2027, the “Splendid Orient” Panda Train will set off again, crossing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and connecting Xinjiang’s most representative natural wonders and cultural scenes. This is not only a crossing in the geographical sense, but also an immersive cultural roam—the train slowly passes snow-capped mountains, grasslands, canyons, and oases; outside the window is a moving picture scroll, while inside is a private, luxurious space. D10 Southern Section of Duku Highway | Keziliya 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 | Keziliya Grand Canyon
Travel by tourist train through beautiful Xinjiang, with multiple specifications from economy to luxury to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8585456; customer service manager Guo Jing phone: 181-3962-2229 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary route and train introduction)
Route C:
D6 Yizhao Highway | Jade Lake
D7 Xiata | Muzart Glacier | Kurdening Grassland
D8 Visit local Kazakh people | Liuxing Street
🌄 Destination highlights: A panoramic presentation of the essence of North and South Xinjiang D9 Sayram Lake
D10 Keziliya Grand Canyon | Exclusive tea break
Day11-Day13 | Kashgar
Route A:
D11 Minyue Village | Baisha Lake | Pamir Plateau
D12 Visit people of all ethnic groups | Karakul Lake
D13 Kashgar Old City | Id Kah
Route B:
D11 Baisha Lake | Pamir Plateau | Tuogelunxia Village
D12 Panlong Ancient Road | Karakul Lake
D13 Kashgar Old City | Id Kah
Xinjiang is vast, and the landscapes of North and South Xinjiang are vastly different. North Xinjiang, centered on the Altai Mountains and the Junggar Basin, boasts high-quality ecological landscapes such as Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and the Altay forests; South Xinjiang, relying on the Pamir Plateau and the Tarim Basin, presents the unique character of landforms and history interwoven at places such as Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, and the Keziliya Grand Canyon.Route C:
D11 Baisha Lake | Pamir Plateau
D12 Karakul Lake | Visit tribes of people of all ethnic groups
D13 Kashgar Old City | Id Kah Grand
Day14-Day16 | Kashgar → Chengdu | Train activities, enjoy a variety of activities on the train and reminisce about the journey through the Western Regions
> Note:The specific route branches are comprehensively determined by the day’s operational arrangements, weather, road conditions, and other factors. The travel agency will negotiate with tourists before departure to confirm the final implementation plan.
💰 Price explanation (strictly included according to the original local facts)
Departure dates:May 17, 2027, June 3, June 20, July 7, July 24, September 30
Price:Luxury Double Suite (3 compartments, 15m²) 138,888 yuan/seat
Exclusive Carriage Whole Package (Note:maximum 6 occupants) 888,888 yuan/carriage
[Exclusive Privileges] Group formation · Ground laundry service · 1:2 service ratio · Exclusive welcome banquet · Dedicated photographer
The “Splendid Orient” itinerary cleverly covers core areas such as Urumqi, Altay, the Ili River Valley, the Duku Highway, Kuqa, and Kashgar. It goes deep into the primitive village of Hemu, runs through the Tianshan Mountains along the Duku Highway, and also reaches the heart of the Pamir Plateau. Visitors can listen quietly to the wind by Sayram Lake, ride gently across the Nalati Grassland, and feel the lingering charm of the thousand-year trade route in the old city of Kashgar. The entire journey avoids high-intensity hiking and focuses on balancing experience and comfort, making it suitable for families or small groups seeking quality and depth.Departure dates:August 27, 2027, September 13
Price:Luxury Double Suite (3 compartments, 15m²) 158,888 yuan/seat
Exclusive Carriage Whole Package (Note:maximum 6 occupants) 988,888 yuan/carriage
[Exclusive Privileges] Group formation · Ground laundry service · 1:2 service ratio · Exclusive welcome banquet · Dedicated photographer
The above prices are for reference ranges. Actual costs may fluctuate slightly due to departure dates, cabin classes, and service configurations. The final price shall be subject to the travel contract signed by both parties.
📝 Registration method
This product can be consulted and registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to inquire in advance about the remaining seats for each departure date and choose a suitable departure according to your personal schedule.
ℹ️ Cost and service explanation
The cost includes train accommodation, full-board meals (including specialty cold-water fish banquets, Wilderness Kitchen, etc.), first admission tickets to attractions, professional commentary, ground transportation connections, and the exclusive privilege services listed in the text. The train is staffed with dedicated service personnel providing personalized care at a 1:2 ratio, and a dedicated photographer is arranged to record the wonderful moments of the journey.
For travelers registering alone, the travel agency will make every effort to coordinate room sharing; if special circumstances prevent shared accommodation, related matters can be negotiated separately. The ethnic cultural interactions involved in the itinerary (such as home visit activities) are all premised on respecting local living habits, and the content design focuses on experiential and friendly exchange.
Special note: Xinjiang is vast, and some road sections are affected by seasonal weather or temporary traffic control. After mutual agreement between both parties, the order of the itinerary or items may be reasonably changed to ensure travel and experience quality. All arrangements comply with the “Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China” and relevant regulations, striving to protect tourists’ rights and interests.
A trip on the “Splendid Orient” is not just about seeing the scenery, but also about slowing down body and mind, conversing with the mountains and rivers, and coexisting with time in a moving luxurious space. In 2027, why not board this poetic train heading deep into the Western Regions and start your own sixteen-day narrative of the border regions.
2027 Splendid Orient Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456) Splendid Orient Train Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
