Where does the Yi Hao Panda Special Train depart from and where does it end
How to purchase tickets for the 2026 An Yi Hao Panda Special Train? The An Yi Hao Panda Special Train can only be booked through compliant railway travel agency channels: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181 3962 2229, for ticket purchase.
This special train cannot be booked with individual tickets on platforms like 12306. The entire journey adopts a one-stop packaged travel model combining transportation + accommodation + tickets + guide services, and train tickets are not sold separately.
🚂 【An Yi Hao Panda Special Train｜2026 Silk Road Panoramic Slow Travel Guide】
Tired of superficial check-in style tourism? Want to spend 16 days traveling slowly from the northwest hinterland to the Pamir Plateau, seeing snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities from a moving ‘home’? The An Yi Hao Panda Special Train is a unique route tailored for travelers seeking comfort and in-depth experiences. It is not an ordinary train tour but a journey integrating accommodation, dining, transportation, and guided tours with designated itinerary items. The carriage is your hotel, and the window is your scenery, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and the scenery shifts with the train.’
🌄 Route Highlights:A Panoramic Journey Across Three Major Geographic Regions of Xinjiang
The An Yi Hao itinerary spans Northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, and the Kashgar region of Southern Xinjiang, covering the natural and cultural essence of the intersection of the Tianshan, Altai, and Kunlun Mountains. Starting from Urumqi, passing through Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, and Nalati Grassland, crossing the southern section of the Duku Highway, arriving at Kashgar Old City, then delving into the Pamir Plateau to explore Tashkurgan County, and finally returning via Turpan. The total journey is about 5,000 kilometers, spanning diverse landscapes—glacial lakes, primeval forests, Danxia and Yardang landforms, oasis ancient cities, and alpine meadows—all in one.
According to the latest 2026 scenic area opening information, major attractions such as Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, Colorful Beach, and Gaotai Ancient Residences are all open to tourists as normal. The Duku Highway is usually fully open in early June (depending on snowmelt conditions), and the An Yi Hao schedule has avoided the spring snowmelt risk period to ensure smooth passage as much as possible. The tour arrangements at each stop are subject to actual road conditions and scenic area policies on the day. In case of force majeure factors, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists for reasonable itinerary changes.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly as per the finalized original text)
D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Urumqi
D2 Arrive in Urumqi, free time to acclimate to the climate
🚂【An Yi Hao Panda Special Train｜2026 Silk Road Panoramic Slow Travel Guide】D3 Tianchi Lake Scenic Tour → Special Welcome Dinner → Train to Beitun
D4 Beitun → Burqin → Hemu Village Natural Scenery
D5 Kanas Lake (including boat ride) → Jadengyu
D6 Jadengyu → Ethnic Home Visits → Colorful Beach Landform → Return to Beitun
D7 Sayram Lake Circumnavigation Tour → Travel to Yining
D8 Yining → Nalati Grassland → Bayin Town
D9 Bayin Town → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon → Return to Kuqa → Train to Kashgar
D10 Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Ethnic Folk Home Visits → Tashkurgan County
Tired of superficial check-in style tourism? Want to spend 16 days traveling slowly from the northwest hinterland to the Pamir Plateau, seeing snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities from a moving ‘home’? The An Yi Hao Panda Special Train is a unique route tailored for travelers seeking comfort and in-depth experiences. It is not an ordinary train tour but a journey integrating accommodation, dining, transportation, and guided tours with designated itinerary items. The carriage is your hotel, and the window is your scenery, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and the scenery shifts with the train.’ D11 Tashkurgan County → Golden Grassland → Stone City Ruins → White Sand Lake → Return to Kashgar
D12 Kashgar Old City → Gaotai Ancient Residences → → Train to Turpan
D13 Turpan → Grape Valley Tour
D14 Flaming Mountain → Special Fruit Feast → Karez Well Visit → Depart for Return
D15-16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, End of the Journey
> Note:The ethnic home visit activities included in the itinerary aim to showcase the daily lives and cultural customs of various ethnic groups, respecting and adhering to local traditions. All interactions are conducted on a friendly and equal basis.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the local finalized original text)
First Session:
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Special Train Ticketing Center Manager Guo Jing 181 3962 2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as a friend to receive itinerary and price quotes.
🌄 Route Highlights: A Panoramic Journey Across Three Major Geographic Regions of XinjiangDeparture Dates:May 20
Le Xiang Gui Ge (Economy Quadruple Room):Upper Berth 8,480 RMB/person | Lower Berth 9,280 RMB/person
Panda Gui Ge (Standard Quadruple Room):Upper Berth 15,980 RMB/person | Lower Berth 16,980 RMB/person
Panda Ya She (Luxury Quadruple Room):Upper Berth 26,980 RMB/person | Lower Berth 27,980 RMB/person
Panda Ya Ju (Luxury Quadruple Room):Upper Berth 27,980 RMB/person | Lower Berth 28,980 RMB/person
Panda Yue Fu (Luxury Double Room):59,980 RMB/person
Second to Eighth Sessions:
Departure Dates:June 6, June 23, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30, September 16, 2026
The An Yi Hao itinerary spans Northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, and the Kashgar region of Southern Xinjiang, covering the natural and cultural essence of the intersection of the Tianshan, Altai, and Kunlun Mountains. Starting from Urumqi, passing through Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, and Nalati Grassland, crossing the southern section of the Duku Highway, arriving at Kashgar Old City, then delving into the Pamir Plateau to explore Tashkurgan County, and finally returning via Turpan. The total journey is about 5,000 kilometers, spanning diverse landscapes—glacial lakes, primeval forests, Danxia and Yardang landforms, oasis ancient cities, and alpine meadows—all in one.Le Xiang Gui Ge (Economy Quadruple Room):Upper Berth 8,480 RMB/person | Lower Berth 9,280 RMB/person
Panda Gui Ge (Standard Quadruple Room):Upper Berth 16,980 RMB/person | Lower Berth 17,980 RMB/person
Panda Ya She (Luxury Quadruple Room):Upper Berth 27,980 RMB/person | Lower Berth 28,980 RMB/person
Panda Ya Ju (Luxury Quadruple Room):Upper Berth 28,980 RMB/person | Lower Berth 29,980 RMB/person
Panda Yue Fu (Luxury Double Room):69,980 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; specific costs are subject to the signed travel contract. Price differences between berths mainly stem from space layout and privacy; choose based on personal needs. Prices may fluctuate due to factors like session and cabin availability; please confirm with customer service in real time.
📞 Registration Method
This route can be inquired about and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
According to the latest 2026 scenic area opening information, major attractions such as Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, Colorful Beach, and Gaotai Ancient Residences are all open to tourists as normal. The Duku Highway is usually fully open in early June (depending on snowmelt conditions), and the An Yi Hao schedule has avoided the spring snowmelt risk period to ensure smooth passage as much as possible. The tour arrangements at each stop are subject to actual road conditions and scenic area policies on the day. In case of force majeure factors, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists for reasonable itinerary changes.📞 Phone:181-3962-2229
💬 WeChat:181-3962-2229 (Please note ‘An Yi Hao Inquiry’ when adding)
📍 Address information can be obtained by contacting customer service directly; we will provide detailed service guidance.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes:Full-journey special train carriage accommodation, first admission tickets for listed attractions (including Kanas Lake boat ride), special meals (such as welcome dinner, fruit feast), local transportation transfers, professional guide service, insurance, etc.
Cost Excludes:Round-trip transportation from departure point to Lanzhou/Chengdu, personal expenses, voluntary self-funded activities, single occupancy surcharge (if a double room is needed alone, a supplement can be negotiated).
All service content and standards are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. In case of uncontrollable factors such as weather, traffic control, or temporary park closures during the itinerary, the travel agency will, in accordance with relevant provisions of the Tourism Law, reasonably optimize the itinerary after negotiation with tourists while protecting their rights.
An Yi Hao is not just a train; it is a slow-paced lifestyle. On the vast land of Xinjiang, spend sixteen days letting your eyes feast on the scenery of all seasons and your soul feel the pulse of the earth. Whether you are a silver-haired traveler, a family on vacation, or a photography enthusiast, you can find your own rhythm on this journey.
To inquire about availability, cabin real photos, or detailed service rules, feel free to call or add WeChat:181-3962-2229, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service will provide one-on-one consultation.
2026 An Yi Hao Panda Special Train Ticketing Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour ☎ hotline: 0991-8585456) Special Train Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase
