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Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
✨ [Chengdu Express Tourist Train:A Moving Scenic Route Through the Northern and Southern Tianshan Mountains]✨
🌄 Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination
In 2026, the Chengdu Express Tourist Train, centered around the concept of ‘slow travel and deep experience,’ will offer a 16-day panoramic route spanning Sichuan and Xinjiang. This train is not just a journey but a moving ‘cultural living room’—featuring a chess and card room, an observation bar, and a cultural salon area where passengers can enjoy tea while taking in views of the Gobi Desert, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands outside the windows. The train is fully equipped with soft sleeper berths, with each carriage featuring restrooms and constant temperature air conditioning. Passengers can sleep peacefully to the rhythm of the rails at night and disembark at leisure during the day to deeply explore classic attractions such as the Grape Valley in Turpan, the ancient streets of Kashgar, and Muztagh Ata on the Pamir Plateau.
The train features specially designed ‘cultural interaction’ sessions: On the first day of departure, Sichuan Opera performers will showcase face-changing acts in the carriage, and panda dolls will present passengers with ‘blessing bags.’ After dinner each day, various ethnic song and dance performances, poetry games, and other activities will take turns to entertain, filling the journey with laughter. Additionally, the train is equipped with professional onboard doctors and photographers to document the wonderful moments throughout the trip.
🚂 Simple Itinerary
According to the newly arranged schedule for 2026, the itinerary for the Chengdu Express is as follows:
★ Day 1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan Opera face-changing, panda blessings, lantern riddles)
✨[Chengdu Express Tourist Train: A Moving Scenic Route Through the Northern and Southern Tianshan Mountains]✨★ Day 2 Sightseeing on the Chengdu Express (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf, Chinese chess/Gomoku)
★ Day 3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez irrigation system, Flaming Mountains)
★ Day 4 Kashgar (Kashgar welcome dinner)
★ Day 5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata)
★ Day 6 Kashgar → Kuqa (Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, highland residential areas)
★ Day 7 Kuqa → Bayanbulak (Tianshan Grand Canyon, southern section of the Duku Highway, Bayanbulak Swan Lake)
★ Day 8 Bayanbulak → Nalati (middle section of the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland)
★ Day 9 Nalati → Yining (Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Yining Six-Star Street)
🌄Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination★ Day 10 Yining → Beitun (Sayram Lake)
★ Day 11 Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, tea break in the scenic area + aerial photography)
★ Day 12 Hemu → Kanas (Haden Viewing Platform, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas boat tour)
★ Day 13 Kanas → Urumqi (Guanyu Platform, Crescent Moon Bay, Fairy Bay, Wolong Bay)
★ Day 14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
★ Day 15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (folk song gathering, chess master, Werewolf)
★ Day 16 Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu, marking the successful conclusion of the itinerary
💰 Pricing Information
In 2026, the Chengdu Express Tourist Train, centered around the concept of ‘slow travel and deep experience,’ will offer a 16-day panoramic route spanning Sichuan and Xinjiang. This train is not just a journey but a moving ‘cultural living room’—featuring a chess and card room, an observation bar, and a cultural salon area where passengers can enjoy tea while taking in views of the Gobi Desert, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands outside the windows. The train is fully equipped with soft sleeper berths, with each carriage featuring restrooms and constant temperature air conditioning. Passengers can sleep peacefully to the rhythm of the rails at night and disembark at leisure during the day to deeply explore classic attractions such as the Grape Valley in Turpan, the ancient streets of Kashgar, and Muztagh Ata on the Pamir Plateau.In 2026, the Chengdu Express will operate 7 sessions, with specific dates and prices as follows:
▶ Session 1:June 4 – June 19, Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan/person
▶ Session 2:June 21 – July 6, Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan/person
▶ Session 3:July 8 – July 23, Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan/person
▶ Session 4:July 25 – August 9, Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan/person
▶ Session 5:August 11 – August 26, Leisurely Residence 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Residence 69,999 yuan/person
▶ Session 6:August 28 – September 12, Leisurely Residence 68,999 yuan/person, Poetic Residence 72,999 yuan/person
▶ Session 7:September 14 – September 29, Leisurely Residence 68,999 yuan/person, Poetic Residence 72,999 yuan/person
The train features specially designed ‘cultural interaction’ sessions: On the first day of departure, Sichuan Opera performers will showcase face-changing acts in the carriage, and panda dolls will present passengers with ‘blessing bags.’ After dinner each day, various ethnic song and dance performances, poetry games, and other activities will take turns to entertain, filling the journey with laughter. Additionally, the train is equipped with professional onboard doctors and photographers to document the wonderful moments throughout the trip.The price includes soft sleeper accommodations on the train, all meals, attraction tickets, guide services, and insurance. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Due to limited seats on the train, prices may fluctuate depending on the session. It is recommended to consult with Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency in advance to confirm seat availability.
📝 How to Register
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, where Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing will provide you with a detailed itinerary explanation and contract signing services. Valid identification information is required at the time of registration, and a tourism contract must be signed to protect the rights and interests of both parties.
💡 Fee Explanation and Service Description
▶ Fees Include:Soft sleeper accommodations on the train, 15 breakfasts and 28 main meals, first entrance tickets to attractions within the itinerary, professional guide services, and travel accident insurance.
▶ Fees Do Not Include:Personal expenses (such as shopping, optional activities), (solo registrants will be coordinated for shared rooms as much as possible; special circumstances require separate negotiation).
▶ Service Features:Professional onboard doctors and photographers are available throughout the trip, with fresh fruits and mineral water provided daily; luggage handling services are arranged at train stops to reduce the burden on tourists.
▶ Precautions:Due to weather, policy, or force majeure factors, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement; specific service content is subject to the contract.
🚂Simple Itinerary🌈 Route Highlights and Practical Tips
1️⃣ Cultural Immersion:The train arranges different themed activities each day, such as Sichuan Opera face-changing, various ethnic song and dance performances, and poetry games, making it suitable for family trips or cultural enthusiasts.
2️⃣ Photography Paradise:The itinerary covers ‘classic photography spots in Xinjiang’ such as Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Nalati. It is recommended to bring a wide-angle lens and tripod.
3️⃣ Seasonal Selection:June to August is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, with blooming grasslands and flower fields, but early booking is required; September offers beautiful autumn scenery with fewer tourists and a more comfortable experience.
4️⃣ Clothing Guide:Xinjiang has large temperature variations between day and night, so even in summer, it is advisable to bring a windbreaker; the Pamir Plateau has a high altitude, so anti-altitude sickness medication is recommended.
5️⃣ Dietary Tips:The train provides meals, but if you have special dietary requirements (such as vegetarian or low-sugar options), please inform customer service in advance.
📞 Consultation Method
For more itinerary details or to confirm seat availability, please consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Whether it’s price fluctuations, room type selection, or itinerary changes, our professional customer service will provide you with one-on-one answers to ensure a worry-free journey!
✨This moving scenic route through the northern and southern Tianshan Mountains awaits you for a double feast of culture and nature. Pack your bags, board the Chengdu Express, and let these 16 days of slow travel become shining stars in your memories!✨
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
