Xinjiang South North Loop Train! How to Book the Chengdu Train on Xinjiang Railway Special Route

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. Multiple options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Professionally operating Xinjiang train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 Want to slowly travel through northern and southern Xinjiang on one train? The 2026 ‘Chengdu’ Panda Special Train offers a new choice for travelers seeking comfort and deep experiences with its unique travel rhythm. This 16-day journey lets you explore Xinjiang’s highlights during the day and sleep in your exclusive carriage at night, without repeatedly moving luggage or changing hotels, truly achieving an immersive tour where ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery shifts with the train.’
🌄 Route Highlights:A panoramic journey across the Tianshan Mountains from north to south.
The ‘Chengdu’ Panda Special Train’s 2026 main route is a 16-day panoramic loop of northern and southern Xinjiang, spanning about 8,000 kilometers, covering core destinations like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kuqa, Bayanbulak, Nalati, Yining, Beitun, Hemu, Kanas, and Urumqi, encompassing nearly all of Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes.
The train operates on a ‘day-tour, night-travel’ model—stopping at stations during the day for in-depth exploration, and running smoothly to the next stop at night while passengers sleep in high-configuration cabins. Some key scenic spots (like Kanas and Hemu) arrange local-style accommodations, preserving the unique train travel experience while ensuring sightseeing quality.
The carriages are built to high-star resort standards, equipped with bathrooms, climate control systems, 24-hour hot water, and smart service facilities, along with public spaces like observation carriages, entertainment areas, and dining cars. The journey also includes cultural activities such as Sichuan opera face-changing, lantern riddles, folk song gatherings, and board games, making the trip more than just scenery—it’s warm and fun.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Based on the finalized local text)

🚂 Want to slowly travel through northern and southern Xinjiang on one train? The 2026 ‘Chengdu’ Panda Special Train offers a new choice for travelers seeking comfort and deep experiences with its unique travel rhythm. This 16-day journey lets you explore Xinjiang’s highlights during the day and sleep in your exclusive carriage at night, without repeatedly moving luggage or changing hotels, truly achieving an immersive tour where ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery shifts with the train.’D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, panda blessings, lantern riddles)
D2 Chengdu Special Train sightseeing (Sichuan mahjong experience, ‘Close Your Eyes’ game, chess/gomoku)
D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez Well, Flaming Mountain)
D4 Kashgar (Kashgar welcome banquet)
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 Folk Houses)

🌄 Route Highlights: A panoramic journey across the Tianshan Mountains from north to south 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 Observation Platform, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas boat tour)

The ‘Chengdu’ Panda Special Train’s 2026 main route is a 16-day panoramic loop of northern and southern Xinjiang, spanning about 8,000 kilometers, covering core destinations like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kuqa, Bayanbulak, Nalati, Yining, Beitun, Hemu, Kanas, and Urumqi, encompassing nearly all of Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. D13 Kanas → Urumqi (Fish Viewing Pavilion, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Crouching Dragon Bay)
D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (Folk song gathering, board game masters, Werewolf)
D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, trip concludes successfully

Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, multiple options from economy to luxury available. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement. Please refer to the final arrangements on the departure day.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the finalized local text)

The train operates on a ‘day-tour, night-travel’ model—stopping at stations during the day for in-depth exploration, and running smoothly to the next stop at night while passengers sleep in high-configuration cabins. Some key scenic spots (like Kanas and Hemu) arrange local-style accommodations, preserving the unique train travel experience while ensuring sightseeing quality.First Session:Departure on June 4, 2026, ending June 19, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Second Session:Departure on June 21, 2026, ending July 6, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Third Session:Departure on July 8, 2026, ending July 23, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Fourth Session:Departure on July 25, 2026, ending August 9, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Fifth Session:Departure on August 11, 2026, ending August 26, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Sixth Session:Departure on August 28, 2026, ending September 12, 2026. You Ran Ju: 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 72,999 RMB/person.

The carriages are built to high-star resort standards, equipped with bathrooms, climate control systems, 24-hour hot water, and smart service facilities, along with public spaces like observation carriages, entertainment areas, and dining cars. The journey also includes cultural activities such as Sichuan opera face-changing, lantern riddles, folk song gatherings, and board games, making the trip more than just scenery—it’s warm and fun.Seventh Session:Departure on September 14, 2026, ending September 29, 2026. You Ran Ju: 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 72,999 RMB/person.
> The above prices are reference ranges; specific costs are subject to the signed travel contract and may vary slightly due to session or room type.
📞 How to Register?
The ‘Chengdu’ Panda Tourist Train must be booked through official travel agencies. Currently, you can consult and reserve via Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. This product uses an integrated ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ package model; train tickets are not sold separately and cannot be purchased through public platforms like 12306.
If interested, contact customer service at:181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat) to get detailed itinerary materials, availability information, and the signing process. For solo travelers, the agency will try to arrange shared rooms; special cases require separate negotiation.
🧳 Cost and Service Description

📅 Simplified Itinerary (Based on the finalized local text)Costs include round-trip transportation, full accommodation (including special train cabins and some scenic area local stays), first-entry tickets to attractions, guide services, meals (including special welcome banquets), cultural experience activities, and 24-hour medical support. Specific services, room arrangements, and meal standards are subject to actual consultation and signed confirmation.
Uncontrollable factors such as scenic area opening conditions, traffic accessibility, and weather changes may lead to temporary adjustments. Such cases will follow the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China,’ ensuring tourist rights and making reasonable changes after mutual agreement.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang has vast territory and large temperature differences between day and night; it’s recommended to bring a warm jacket and sunscreen.
Special train seats are limited; it’s advisable to confirm travel dates and reserve early.
All itinerary details, prices, and cancellation policies are subject to the officially signed travel contract.
Want to spend 16 days crossing snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and oases on a moving ‘land cruise’? Call 181-3962-2233 to learn more about the ‘Chengdu’ Panda Special Train from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, contact customer service manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).