Panda Special Train Chengdu Departure North and South Xinjiang Travel Registration Guide
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to slowly enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🐼 Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang at once, but worried about the fatigue of long-distance travel?
The 16-day northern and southern Xinjiang itinerary of the ‘Panda Train·Chengdu’ might be tailor-made for you. This guide will break down this route in detail from the perspectives of ‘registration strategy’ and ‘itinerary experience’ to help you make an easy decision.
💡 Why choose the ‘Panda Train·Chengdu’?
1. Integrated ‘Train + Accommodation + Activities’, hassle-free
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ model, resting on the train at night and visiting scenic spots during the day, avoiding frequent hotel changes and travel fatigue. The entire train is recommended to have dozens of guest rooms with a high service ratio, offering an experience more like a ‘mobile five-star hotel’.
2. One berth for the entire journey, no need to move luggage
From departure to the end, there is no need to change berths, and luggage can be safely left in the cabin. This is very convenient for families carrying a lot of luggage or traveling with elders.
3. A mix of activity and rest, the journey is never boring
🐼 Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang at once, but worried about the fatigue of long-distance travel?The train is not just a means of transportation but also a social and entertainment space. You can participate in cultural salons, watch performances, and taste food on the train, or return to your cabin at any time to rest and enjoy quiet personal time.
4. Focus on the full panorama of northern and southern Xinjiang, no backtracking
The route connects representative Xinjiang landscapes such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Bayanbulak, Nalati, Kanas, and Sayram Lake in one go, allowing you to experience diverse scenery of snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities.
📝 Before registering, clarify these 4 things first
1. Confirm travel dates and tour groups
Choose a suitable departure date based on your holiday schedule. Below is the tour group information for the ‘Panda Train·Chengdu’:
Departure dates
June 4, June 21, July 8, July 25, August 11, August 28, September 14
Simplified itinerary
The 16-day northern and southern Xinjiang itinerary of the ‘Panda Train·Chengdu’ might be tailor-made for you. This guide will break down this route in detail from the perspectives of ‘registration strategy’ and ‘itinerary experience’ to help you make an easy decision. D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, panda blessings, lantern riddles)
D2 Chengdu train sightseeing (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf game, chess/backgammon)
D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez well, Flaming Mountain)
D4 Kashgar (Kashgar welcome dinner)
D5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (White Sand Mountain and White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata)
D6 Kashgar → Kuqa (Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Houses)
D7 Kuqa → Bayanbulak (Tianshan Grand Canyon, southern section of Duku Highway, Bayan Swan Lake)
D8 Bayanbulak → Nalati (middle section of Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland)
D9 Nalati → Yining (Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Yining Liuxing Street)
💡 Why choose the ‘Panda Train·Chengdu’? D10 Yining → Beitun (Sayram Lake)
D11 Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, scenic tea break + aerial photography)
D12 Hemu → Kanas (Harden Viewing Platform, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas boat tour)
D13 Kanas → Urumqi (Fish Viewing Pavilion, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Wolong Bay)
D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
Take a tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, with multiple options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (folk song concert, chess and card masters, Werewolf game)
D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, the trip ends successfully
2. Understand room types and price ranges
1. Integrated ‘Train + Accommodation + Activities’, hassle-freeCurrently, two room types are available, with specific prices based on the contract:
First session:Departure from June 4, 2026 to June 19, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 yuan/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 yuan/person.
Second session:Departure from June 21, 2026 to July 6, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 yuan/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 yuan/person.
Third session:Departure from July 8, 2026 to July 23, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 yuan/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 yuan/person.
Fourth session:Departure from July 25, 2026 to August 9, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 yuan/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 yuan/person.
Fifth session:Departure from August 11, 2026 to August 26, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 yuan/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 yuan/person.
Sixth session:Departure from August 28, 2026 to September 12, 2026, You Ran Ju 68,999 yuan/person, Shi Yi Ju 72,999 yuan/person.
Seventh session:Departure from September 14, 2026 to September 29, 2026, You Ran Ju 68,999 yuan/person, Shi Yi Ju 72,999 yuan/person.
📌 Warm reminder:Prices are for reference only; actual costs may vary due to berth, room type, season, etc. Please refer to the final signed travel contract.
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ model, resting on the train at night and visiting scenic spots during the day, avoiding frequent hotel changes and travel fatigue. The entire train is recommended to have dozens of guest rooms with a high service ratio, offering an experience more like a ‘mobile five-star hotel’.3. Assess physical condition and altitude sickness
The itinerary includes the Pamir Plateau (Muztagh Ata area), which is at a high altitude. It is recommended to consult a doctor before traveling to assess your physical condition. If you feel unwell, immediately inform the accompanying medical staff.
4. Choose the right registration channel
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to consult customer service in advance to confirm tour group availability, prices, and contract details.
🗺 ️ 16-day itinerary highlights overview
D1-2 | Departure and first experience
Depart from Chengdu/Lanzhou and experience Sichuan culture like face-changing in Turpan. After boarding the train, participate in onboard activities like chess and mahjong to start the journey easily.
D3-6 | Southern Xinjiang charm and Pamir Plateau
Delve into southern Xinjiang, visit Karez wells and Flaming Mountain, and feel the charm of ancient cities. Then enter the Pamir Plateau to enjoy the magnificent views of White Sand Mountain and White Sand Lake, and Karakul Lake, with a distant view of the ‘Father of Icebergs’ Muztagh Ata.
2. One berth for the entire journey, no need to move luggage D7-9 | Cross Duku, gallop on grasslands
Travel along the southern section of the Duku Highway to admire the rugged Tianshan Grand Canyon. Experience the sunset at the ‘Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns’ in Bayanbulak. Then enter the Nalati Grassland to feel the vastness of the ‘sky grassland’, and experience the multi-ethnic neighborhood charm in Yining.
D10-13 | Explore the ‘picturesque fairyland’ Kanas
Travel along Sayram Lake, the ‘last tear of the Atlantic’, to Hemu, the ‘private reserve’, and overlook the village panorama from the Harden Viewing Platform. Finally, delve into the Kanas Scenic Area, take a boat tour on the lake, and experience the morning mist and autumn colors of the three bays (Immortal Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay).
D14-16 | Tianshan Tianchi and return journey
Visit the ‘Pearl of Tianshan’ Tianshan Tianchi, then head back. On the return train, reminisce about the trip’s moments, participate in onboard activities, and arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu on day 16, ending an unforgettable journey.
📞 How to register and inquire
Registration method:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
Warm reminder:For specific itineraries, prices, and availability, it is recommended to contact customer service directly for the latest information.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
