Official Channel Open 2026 Panda Special Train Chengdu South North Xinjiang Loop Ticket Booking
No need to drive or rush around—take Xinjiang’s special tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose from economy to luxury options. 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 for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 Travel Xinjiang slowly on a ‘mobile five-star hotel’—2026 Panda Special Train Chengdu No. 1 North-South Xinjiang Loop now open for booking.
Tired of self-driving, frequent hotel changes, and dragging luggage between attractions? In summer 2026, a high-quality tourist train blending Bashu culture and Western Regions scenery—the Panda Special Train ‘Chengdu No. 1’—offers a relaxed and in-depth new way to explore Xinjiang with a ‘travel by day, move by night, stay on board, cabins with bathrooms’ model.
🌄 Route Highlights:A panoramic journey across four landforms
The 2026 ‘Chengdu No. 1’ special train route spans the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang, cleverly linking four typical landforms: snow-capped mountains, grasslands, Gobi deserts, and oases. It covers core areas like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, the Ili River Valley, and Altay, encompassing nearly all of Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes.
Southern Xinjiang Section:Visit the Karez irrigation system, an ancient engineering marvel, and view the red mountain of Flaming Mountain from afar; stroll through the streets of Kashgar Old City to experience its millennia-old urban fabric; the Etgar Mosque appears solemn, showcasing multicultural fusion.
Pamir Plateau Section:Baisha Lake mirrors Muztagh Ata Peak, and Karakul Lake is crystal clear blue—an excellent spot for plateau photography.
Duku Highway Section:The southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway are expected to open in early June 2026. The itinerary is scheduled during compliant hours (9:00–20:00), crossing the Tianshan Grand Canyon and Bayanbulak Grassland, experiencing the vertical landscape changes of ‘four seasons in one day.’
Northern Xinjiang Section:Sayram Lake is known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ Hemu Village is shrouded in morning mist like a fairy tale, and the three bays of Kanas Lake (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Crouching Dragon Bay) are lush green. Summer visitors are relatively fewer, making it ideal for off-peak sightseeing.
🚂 Travel Xinjiang slowly on a ‘mobile five-star hotel’—2026 Panda Special Train Chengdu No. 1 North-South Xinjiang Loop now open for booking.The train operates on a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ model, covering long distances on board while focusing on attractions during the day, greatly reducing travel fatigue. Cabins are built to high-star resort standards, equipped with bathrooms, climate control, 24-hour hot water, and smart service facilities, creating a ‘mobile hotel’ comfort.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on the finalized 2026 text)
D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, panda blessings, lantern riddles)
D2 Chengdu No. 1 special train sightseeing (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf, chess/backgammon)
D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez, Flaming Mountain)
D4 Kashgar (Kashgar welcome dinner)
D5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (Baisha Mountain and Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata Peak)
D6 Kashgar → Kuqa (Kashgar Old City, Etgar Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses)
Tired of self-driving, frequent hotel changes, and dragging luggage between attractions? In summer 2026, a high-quality tourist train blending Bashu culture and Western Regions scenery—the Panda Special Train ‘Chengdu No. 1’—offers a relaxed and in-depth new way to explore Xinjiang with a ‘travel by day, move by night, stay on board, cabins with bathrooms’ model. 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 Six-Star 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 (Fish Viewing Pavilion, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Crouching Dragon Bay)
D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
🌄 Route Highlights: A panoramic journey across four landforms D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (Folk song gathering, chess masters, Werewolf)
D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, trip concludes
> Note:Due to objective factors like weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, the actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement. Refer to the final tour notice for details.
💰 Price Information (2026 latest departures and quotes)
Based on currently confirmed 2026 departure schedules, prices are as follows:
Take a tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, with options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
First Departure:June 4, 2026 to June 19, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person
Second Departure:June 21, 2026 to July 6, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person
Third Departure:July 8, 2026 to July 23, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person
The 2026 ‘Chengdu No. 1’ special train route spans the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang, cleverly linking four typical landforms: snow-capped mountains, grasslands, Gobi deserts, and oases. It covers core areas like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, the Ili River Valley, and Altay, encompassing nearly all of Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes.Fourth Departure:July 25, 2026 to August 9, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person
Fifth Departure:August 11, 2026 to August 26, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person
Sixth Departure:August 28, 2026 to September 12, 2026, You Ran Ju 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 72,999 RMB/person
Seventh Departure:September 14, 2026 to September 29, 2026, You Ran Ju 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 72,999 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs are based on the signed travel contract and may vary slightly by departure and room type.
📞 Registration Method
Interested parties can inquire and book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Phone:181-3962-2233
Southern Xinjiang Section: Visit the Karez irrigation system, an ancient engineering marvel, and view the red mountain of Flaming Mountain from afar; stroll through the streets of Kashgar Old City to experience its millennia-old urban fabric; the Etgar Mosque appears solemn, showcasing multicultural fusion.💬 WeChat:181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free detailed itinerary and train introduction)
📍 Address information: Please contact customer service directly.
🧳 Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes:
Accommodation:Special train cabins (bathroom, smart home) + high-end hotels and characteristic guesthouses within Xinjiang
Meals:Special train specialty meals + Xinjiang-style cuisine (e.g., roast whole lamb, hand-pulled rice, high white salmon feast, etc.)
Transportation:Full special train operation + dedicated scenic area vehicles (including shuttle buses)
Services:Dedicated butler team, professional local guides, certified medical staff on board throughout
Pamir Plateau Section: Baisha Lake mirrors Muztagh Ata Peak, and Karakul Lake is crystal clear blue—an excellent spot for plateau photography.Tickets:First entrance tickets for listed attractions (including necessary shuttle buses)
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance + personal travel accident insurance
> Single travelers: We will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation.
> For specific service details, cost breakdown, and cancellation policies, refer to the ‘Travel Contract’ and ‘Tour Notice,’ in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.’
⚠ ️ Warm Tips
The Pamir Plateau area has high altitude and large temperature differences; bring warm clothing and avoid strenuous activity upon arrival.
Duku Highway access is heavily affected by weather; the itinerary matches the expected 2026 opening window but may change based on real-time road conditions.
All attraction opening statuses, visit sequences, and activities are subject to final confirmation before departure.
The itinerary includes cultural entertainment like Sichuan opera face-changing, panda-themed interactions, folk song gatherings, and board games to enrich the travel experience.
✨ This is not just a train journey but a cultural slow trip through mountains and rivers. No need to worry about route planning, luggage handling, or hotel changes—just enjoy the scenery and time. In 2026, let ‘Chengdu No. 1’ take you leisurely through the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist train tours, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
