Panda Special Train Yi Hao Chengdu 16 Day Tour Official Price Details
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🚂 If you’ve already read a few introductions to the Panda Special Train ‘An Yi Hao,’ this article takes a different angle. Instead of starting with ‘is it worth it,’ we’ll discuss how this 16-day Xinjiang panoramic tour is arranged, where you’ll stay, how the price is calculated, and how to sign up, helping you clarify the 2026 Xinjiang route of ‘An Yi Hao.’
🐼 I. What is the Panda Special Train ‘An Yi Hao’?
Operator:Operated by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd., it is one of the representative products of ‘railway + tourism.’
Train Configuration:The entire train has 17 carriages, with a capacity of 332 people. It underwent an upgrade in 2025, improving comfort and reception capacity.
Design Theme:The interior and exterior incorporate panda and cultural elements from Sichuan, Chongqing, Guizhou, etc. The carriage itself is a scenic spot.
Core Services:Equipped with a ‘Panda Butler’ team, providing meticulous service similar to a hotel butler, along with onboard medical staff, suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly tourists.
Operation Mode:Adopts a ‘day tour, night travel’ mode, visiting scenic spots during the day and resting on the train at night, saving time and energy.
🗺 ️ II. Highlights of the 16-Day Panoramic Tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang on ‘An Yi Hao’
1. Itinerary Overview
Duration:16 days and 15 nights
🚂 If you’ve already read a few introductions to the Panda Special Train ‘An Yi Hao,’ this article takes a different angle. Instead of starting with ‘is it worth it,’ we’ll discuss how this 16-day Xinjiang panoramic tour is arranged, where you’ll stay, how the price is calculated, and how to sign up, helping you clarify the 2026 Xinjiang route of ‘An Yi Hao.’Route:Chengdu/Lanzhou ⇌ Urumqi ⇌ Beitun ⇌ Burqin ⇌ Kanas ⇌ Yining ⇌ Nalati ⇌ Kuqa ⇌ Kashgar ⇌ Turpan ⇌ Return
Mode:Special train connects southern and northern Xinjiang, with no backtracking throughout the journey.
2. Daily Itinerary
D1:Departure
Board the ‘An Yi Hao’ from Chengdu or Lanzhou, starting the journey of ‘traveling through Xinjiang by train.’
D2:Arrive in Urumqi
Check into the hotel upon arrival, change status, and prepare for the northern Xinjiang scenery.
D3:Urumqi—Tianchi Lake—Beitun
Visit the ‘Heavenly Jade Pool’ Tianchi Lake, enjoy the ‘Xinjiang Welcome Banquet,’ and take the special train to Beitun in the evening.
D4:Beitun—Burqin—Hemu
Take a bus to the ‘fairy tale secret land’ Hemu Village, enjoy the river valley, wooden houses, and birch forests, and stay overnight in a characteristic Hemu homestay.
🐼 I. What is the Panda Special Train ‘An Yi Hao’?D5:Kanas Full-Day Tour
In-depth tour of Kanas Lake and the Three Bays (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Crouching Dragon Bay), with an opportunity to take a boat to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery.
D6:Jiadengyu—Kazakh Home Visit—Colorful Beach—Beitun
Experience a Kazakh home visit, admire the Yadan landform at Colorful Beach, enjoy a cold-water fish feast, and return to Beitun in the evening to take the special train.
D7:Sayram Lake—Yining
Visit Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean,’ enjoy a drive-by view of the Guozigou Bridge, and stay overnight in Yining.
D8:Nalati Grassland—Yining—Kuqa
Explore the ‘Sky Grassland’ Nalati, experience the grassland charm, and take the special train to Kuqa in the evening.
D9:Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon—Kashgar
Visit the spectacular Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon with red rock walls, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening.
D10:Kashgar—Karakul Lake—Taxkorgan
Operator: Operated by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd., it is one of the representative products of ‘railway + tourism.’Travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to the Pamir Plateau, visit Karakul Lake, experience a Tajik home visit, and stay overnight in Taxkorgan.
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D11:Taxkorgan—Golden Grass Beach—Stone City—White Sand Lake—Kashgar
View the sunrise and lake scenery at Stone City, Golden Grass Beach, and White Sand Lake, then return to Kashgar.
D12:In-depth Tour of Kashgar Old City
Visit Kashgar Old City, Gaotai Folk Houses, etc., experience the charm of the ancient city, and take the special train to Turpan in the evening.
D13:Turpan—Grape Valley
Taste fresh grapes in Grape Valley and experience the oasis charm.
D14:Flaming Mountains—Karez Well—Return Journey
Visit Flaming Mountains and Karez Well, experience the charm of the ‘Fire Land’ and ancient water conservancy projects, and take the special train back in the evening.
D15-D16:Arrival
Enjoy the northwestern scenery along the way, arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu successively, and end the journey.
Train Configuration: The entire train has 17 carriages, with a capacity of 332 people. It underwent an upgrade in 2025, improving comfort and reception capacity.💰 III. 2026 Price Reference
1. Price Range by Room Type
| Room Type | May 20, 2026 (First Departure) | June-September 2026 (Regular Departures) |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Panda Guige (Standard Quad Room) | Upper Berth: 15,980 RMB/person<br>Lower Berth: 16,980 RMB/person | Upper Berth: 16,980 RMB/person<br>Lower Berth: 17,980 RMB/person |
| Panda Yashe (Premium Quad Room) | Upper Berth: 26,980 RMB/person<br>Lower Berth: 27,980 RMB/person | Upper Berth: 27,980 RMB/person<br>Lower Berth: 28,980 RMB/person |
| Panda Yaju (Luxury Quad Room) | Upper Berth: 27,980 RMB/person<br>Lower Berth: 28,980 RMB/person | Upper Berth: 28,980 RMB/person<br>Lower Berth: 29,980 RMB/person |
| Panda Yuefu (Luxury Double Room) | 59,980 RMB/person | Starting from 66,980 RMB/person<br>(Up to 69,980 RMB/person after August) |
2. Price Explanation
Inclusions:Special train berth, local tour bus, hotel accommodation, meals within the itinerary, scenic spot tickets and shuttle buses, guide and butler services, etc.
Exclusions:Round-trip transportation, personal expenses, etc.
Design Theme: The interior and exterior incorporate panda and cultural elements from Sichuan, Chongqing, Guizhou, etc. The carriage itself is a scenic spot.Reminder:The above are reference prices; actual costs are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📝 IV. Registration and Consultation
Registration Method:You can consult and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233 (Same as WeChat ID)
Registration Process:
1. Consultation: Contact the travel agency to confirm the departure date, room type, and cost.
2. Contract: Pay the deposit and sign the national tourism regulatory electronic contract online.
3. Travel: Pay the balance before departure and receive the departure notice.
💡 V. Practical Tips
Climate and Clothing:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night and strong UV rays. It is recommended to bring sunscreen, warm clothing, comfortable shoes, and common medicines.
Schedule and Diet:Xinjiang has a time difference of about 2 hours from inland China, so meal times are later. The diet mainly consists of beef, lamb, and pasta; you can bring gastrointestinal medicine.
Etiquette and Civilization:Please follow scenic spot regulations and protect the environment. Move slowly in high-altitude areas and inform the onboard medical staff if you feel unwell.
For more details on Xinjiang special train tours, please consult customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
