★ Launched in 2025, with 54 guest rooms and a total of 108 seats available
★ Guests arriving in Chengdu/Lanzhou/Urumqi will receive free airport/station transfer services
★ One night of overnight stay at Chengdu Waldorf Astoria Hotel will be given as a gift at the beginning and end of the itinerary.
★ Luggage service — hands free, worry free throughout the journey.
★ Exclusive scenic-area shuttle or VIP access.
★ Xinjiang Premium 2+1 Tourist Bus, Duku Highway Premium 7-seater Business Van
★ Exclusive supply and rest stations at select scenic spots.
★ 6 vacation ambassadors, 12 train service butlers, 6 professional tour guides, 6 gourmet restaurant chefs, 2 certified medical staff, and 50+logistics support staff.
Itinerary
DAY 1
Chengdu - Lanzhou - Urumqi
Welcome to the station. Guests board the Chengdu luxury express for the journey to beautiful Xinjiang!
·Departing from Anjing Station in Chengdu, guests board the train at this panda-themed station.
·The train makes a stop at Lanzhou Railway Station, where guests board and continue toward beautiful Xinjiang.
Today's onboard activities: [Sichuan Opera Face -Changing] [Panda Blessing] [Lantern Riddles ]
Note:
(1) The boarding times above are for reference only. Times are subject to change due to railway schedule adjustments by the competent authorities.
(2) Guests boarding in Lanzhou are not provided with meals on this day.
Meals: B: Self-care L: Train Lunch D: Train Lunch
Accommodation: Chengdu Panda Express Train
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Meals:L/D
Stay:Chengdu Panda Express Train
The Chengdu Panda Express Train arrives in Urumqi today.
·The train passes through Gansu and enters Xinjiang via four counties in Hexi (Wuwei County,Zhangye County, Jiuquan County,Dunhuang County). Along the way, enjoy the vast beauty of the Gobi Canyon,which is "In the vast desert,a long smoke rises straight;over the long river,the setting sun is round".
In the early evening,you will arrive in Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang,with exclusive pick-up and hotel check-in.
Today's onboard activities: 【 Sichuan Mahjong Initial Experience 】 【 Please close your eyes when it gets dark 】 【 Chess/Gomoku 】
Meals: B: Train Breakfast L: Train Lunch D:Train Dinner
Accommodation: Urumqi Hiton Hotel, Wanda Vista Hotel or equivalent
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Urumqi Hilton Hotel, Wanda Vista Hotel or equivalent
DAY 3
Urumqi - Tianshan Tianchi - Yining
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and head to
Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area(Driving time: approx. 2 hrs; Full tour: no less than 4 hrs.). This is a nationally renowned 5A level scenic area known as the "Human Jade Pool" and a world-renowned mountain lake. Upon arrival at the scenic area,you will be guided by a dedicated tour guide and a full-service tour guide. You can take the scenic area shuttle bus to enter the scenic area and enjoy eight famous landscapes such as the Stone Gate Line,Xishan Guansong,Longtan Blue Moon Sky, and Dinghai Sea Needle. You can overlook the magnificent Bogda Snow Peak in the distance.
Afterwards, return to Urumqi and board the Chengdu trian to go to
Yining.
Meals: B: HTL L:Yaochi Chinese Cuisine D: Dawazi Welcome Banquet
Accommodation: Chengdu Panda Express Train
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Chengdu Panda Express Train
DAY 4
Yining - Sayram Lake - Turpan
Enjoy breakfast on the Chengdu express and arrive in Yining in the early morning.
Then take a bus to visit
Sayram Lake(Driving time: approx. 1.5 hrs; Full tour: no less than 4 hrs.). Formerly known as the Western Pure Sea and nicknamed the "last tear of the Atlantic",it is the highest and largest high-altitude cold water lake in Xinjiang,a national 5A level scenic spot,with flowers blooming all over the ground and a myriad of colors. Up close,you can see the clear water and blue sky,sparkling with waves. In the distance, you can enjoy the white snow and the long sky,all in one color.
Then take a car to go to
Yining Station (approx. 2 hrs), board the Chengdu express to go to
Turpan City.
Meals: B: Train Breakfast L: Sayram Lake whitefish D: Local set meal
Accommodation: Chengdu Panda Express Train
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Chengdu Panda Express Train
DAY 5
Turpan - Karez - Flame Mountain - Korla
Enjoy breakfast on the Chengdu express and arrive in Turpan in the morning.
Visit
Karez Well(No less than 30 mins)This is a special irrigation system in Xinjiang,China,known as one of the three major ancient engineering projects along with the Great Wall and the Grand Canal.
Visit
Flame Mountain(No less than1 hr)Here,you can see China's largest thermometer,feel the ground temperature of Flame Mountain,and once again experience the rich culture of Journey to the West.
Then take take our luxurious express train to
Korla. After enjoying dinner, check in to the hotel.
Meals: B: Train Breakfast L: Xinjiang-style meal D: Local set meal
Accommodation: Korla Fortune Wanda Plaza Hotel, Korla Green Hair Renaissance Hotel or equivalent
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Korla Fortune Wanda Plaza Hotel, Korla Green Hair Renaissance Hotel or equivalent
DAY 6
Korla - Lop Nur People's Village - Kashgar
After breakfast at the hotel, visit
Lop Nor Village(No less than 2 hrs)Shuttle through the most primitive Populus euphratica forest reserve in China,enjoying the scenery of the Tarim River; Tourists can freely climb sand mountains, do sand therapy, take sightseeing buses to visit Shennu Lake deep in the desert, ride camels or go karting in the desert, and experience the fun of the mobile desert.
Then take a special train to
Kashgar.
Special note: Overseas tourists (all holders of foreign passports) are unable to visit the Lop Nur People's Village and will be replaced with Bosten Lake for free.
Meals: B: HTL L: Whole Roast Lamb D:Local set meal
Accommodation: Chengdu Panda Express Train
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Chengdu Panda Express Train
DAY 7
Kashgar - Gaotai Residential Buildings
Enjoy breakfast on the Chengdu Express and arrive in Kashgar.
Go to visit
Gaotai Ancient Homes(No less than 1 hr). This is a Uyghur ethnic settlement located at the northeast end of the old city of Kashgar, built on a loess cliff that is over 40 meters high and over 800 meters long. With a history of 600 years, it is a major landscape showcasing ancient Uyghur residential architecture and folk customs in Kashgar. Here, you can try making your own pottery or printing techniques, stroll through the high-rise residential buildings, and savor this restored ancient building.
After checking in to the hotel, rest and move around freely.
Meals: B:Train Breakfast L: Kashgar Welcome Banquet D: Local set meal
Accommodation: Kashgar Global Harbor Hotel, Blu Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn or equivalent
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Kashgar Global Harbor Hotel, Blu Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn or equivalent
DAY 8
Kashgar - Baisha Lake - Karakule Lake - Ta County
Tip: The terrain of today's tour route is special and belongs to high-altitude areas,which is prone to altitude sickness and high-altitude diseases. It is recommended that tourists over 65 years old with their own diseases do not participate in today's scenic spot tour and can choose to rest or engage in free activities within the city.Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and take a private car along the China Pakistan Friendship Highway to reach the Roof of the World
Pamir Plateau (Driving time: approx. 3 hrs).
Visit
【Baisha Mountain - Baisha Lake】(At an altitude of about 3300 meters, full tour lasts no less than 40 mins).This is an original ecological painting formed by blue sky,white clouds,snow- capped mountains, lakes, and sand mountains. On both sides of the lake,there are the nine peaks of Gonggeer standing far away, creating a spectacular scenery. The Liusha River described in Journey to the West is here.
Go to visit
Karakul Lake(At an altitude of about 3600 meters,full tour lasts no less than 40 mins).Karakule means "Black Sea", with a depth of 30 meters and a total area of 10 square kilometers. It is one of the few plateau lakes in the world, surrounded by ice peaks and snow ridges. You can see peaks above 7000 meters above sea level up close, such as the Kunlun Three Heroes: Gonggeer Peak (7719 meters), Gonggeer Jiubie Peak (7530 meters), and Mustag Peak (7546 meters). The three mountains stand tall on the Pamir Plateau, which is very spectacular.
Go to
Tax County(Driving time: approx. 2.5 hrs)in the afternoon, check in to hotel in Ta County to rest.
Meals: B: HTL L: Local set meal D: Yak meat hotpot
Accommodation: Ta County Snow Crown Hotel or equivalent
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Ta County Snow Crown Hotel or equivalent
DAY 9
Ta County - Stone City - Golden Grass Beach - Tajik Family Visit - Kashgar
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and head toStone City Site (Driving time: approx. 10 mins; Full tour: no less than 40 mins). This is the ancient city ruins of Gusidao, located on the north side of Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County. It dominates Yaojin and has a magnificent momentum. From the Tang Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty,it expanded and stationed troops continuously,with the highest point of the city wall reaching more than 20 meters. There are multiple layers of broken or continuous city walls outside the city,with overlapping stone hills and piles of scattered stones between the walls,creating a unique stone city scenery.
Go to visit Golden Grass Beach.This place is named after its abundant water plants and the reflection of the sunset,and is a beautiful wetland on the Pamir Plateau.
Participate in Tajik Family Visit. Taste snacks prepared by Tajik people and learn about Tajik national culture.
Return toKashgar city area (Driving time: approx. 2 hrs). Enjoy dinner in Kashgar and stay at a hotel to rest.
Meals: B: HTL L: Local set meal D: Kashhar-Style buffet
Accommodation: Kashgar Global Habor Hotel. Blu Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn or equivalent
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Kashgar Global Harbor Hotel, Blu Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn or equivalent
DAY 10
Kashgar - Kashgar Ancient City - Aitigar Mosque - Kuche
After the hotel breakfast,you can have a sightseeing in the
Kashgar Ancient City(Driving time: approx. 20 mins; Full tour: no less than 1.5 hrs). Watching the opening ceremony,which is the most distinctive Xinjiang song and dance exhibition in Kashgar region. Kashgar Ancient City is known as a living fossil for studying ancient cities in the Western Regions, and is a cultural city with a history of over 2000 years. This open scenic area is also a living area for Uyghur residents, showcasing their unique family life, ethnic characteristics, traditional handicrafts, and delicious cuisine.
Later visit
Aitigar Mosque(Approx. 1 hr)This is a Chinese Islamic mosque,founded in 1442. It is an ancient architectural complex with a strong ethnic style and religious color,and is a model of Uyghur ancient architectural art.
After dinner,head to Kashgar Station and board the Chengdu train to
Kuqa.
Meals: B: HTL L: Halal meal D: Local set meal
Accommodation: Chengdu Panda Express Train
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Chengdu Panda Express Train
DAY 11
Kuche - Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon - Golmud
Enjoy breakfast on the Chengdu Express and arrive in Kuche in the morning.
Take a car to visit
Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon(Driving time: approx. 1.5 hrs; Full tour: no less than1 hr). It is known as one of the top ten most beautiful canyons in China,located at the southern foot of the Tianshan Mountains,in an inland arid area,covered with fine sand and accompanied by gurgling clear springs. The spring water flows gently,appearing and disappearing at times,making it a unique sight.
After the tour is over, board the Chengdu express to
Golmud.
Meals:B: Train Breakfast L: Local set meal D: Local set meal
Accommodation: Chengdu Panda Express Train
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Chengdu Panda Express Train
Our Chengdu Panda Express Train travels through distinctive northwestern landscapes. Today we ride along the Golmud–Korla Railway.The Golmud–Korla Railway is a Class I national electrified railway. It links Golmud City in Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai, with Korla City, the prefectural seat of Bayingolin Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is an important component of the northwest China rail network and is known as the "Desert New Silk Road". The railway starts from Golmud City in Qinghai Province in the east and extends to Korla City in Xinjiang in the west. It passes through various landforms such as oases,deserts,Gobi,plateaus, and mountains,with a maximum altitude difference of about 2500 meters.
Expected to arrive in
Golmud in the afternoon, then check into the hotel after dinner.
Meals: B: Train Breakfast L: Train Lunch D: Local set meal
Accommodation: Golmud Kaibang Hotel, Zhonghao Hilton or equivalent
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Golmud Kaibang Hotel, Zhonghao Hilton or equivalent
DAY 13
Golmud Qarhan Salt Lake- Lanzhou/Chengdu
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and go on a tour of
Qarhan Salt Lake(Driving time: approx. 30 mins; Full tour: no less than1.5 hrs)The Chaerhan Salt Lake was formed hundreds of millions of years ago. It used to be a vast ocean. With the crustal movement, the the Himalayas Mountains rose, forming the Qinghai Tibet Plateau. Because of the loss of sea water, large and small lakes were formed. The enclosed terrain caused the runoff in the watershed to continuously converge into the lake, and the salt also flowed into the lake with the runoff. At the same time, under the influence of an arid climate, the high concentration of brine in the lake gradually crystallized into salt, eventually forming the current Cha'erhan Salt Lake.
In the afternoon,take the Chengdu express back to Lanzhou/Chengdu.
Meals: B: HTL L: Local set meal D: Train Dinnier
Accommodation: Chengdu Panda Express Train
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Meals:B/L/D
Stay:Chengdu Panda Express Train
DAY 14
Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu
Arriving in Lanzhou/Chengdu
Our Chengdu Panda Express Train completes the sightseeing journey and arrives at the station to bid farewell to our guests.
Meals: B: train breakfast
Accommodation: No accommodation. The tour concludes after arrival.
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Meals:B
Stay:Self-care
(The above itinerary is for reference only, subject to the signed contract.)
Price Includes / Excludes
Includes
1.[Transportation]: Chengdu Panda Express seats+destination specific air-conditioned premium tourist vehicles;
2.[Meals]: Enjoy 13 breakfasts and 26 main meals throughout the journey;
·On the Chengdu Panda Express Train: the breakfast standard is RMB 50 per pax, and the main meal standard is RMB 120 per pax.
·Meals during the tour: Breakfasts are included as hotel breakfast. Standard main meals are priced at RMB 100 per pax, and specialty meals cost RMB 150–200 per person.((Standard group meals in cities or at scenic areas cost RMB 80 per pax, and specialty meals cost RMB 120–150 per pax.)
Important reminder:
①For guests who board at the Lanzhou /Chengdu train station, some train meals are not included.
②All meals are provided as group dining and are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
3.[Accommodation]: 7 nights aboard the Chengdu Panda Express Train and 6 nights in land-based double rooms.
4.[Tickets]: Includes attraction entry tickets and in-park transfers as listed in the itinerary.
Explanation: Tickets and scenic area transportation vehicles have been calculated based on the group price, and no further discounts will be offered. They are non refundable and do not require any refunds. Thank you for your understanding!
5. [Guides & Staff]: Certified local tour guides; service staff accompanying throughout the journey; attendants of the Chengdu Panda Express Train and on-board healthcare personnel (qualified physicians, nurses and experienced health support specialists).
6. [Child Policy]: Packages for children under 12 do not include train berths, hotel beds or hotel breakfast. They include train meals, attraction tickets, ground transfer fees, driver and guide service fees.
Excludes
1.Any other expenses not listed in the [Cost Includes] shall be borne by guests;
2.Guests boarding or alighting the Chengdu Panda Express Train at Chengdu, Lanzhou and Urumqi shall cover their own transportation expenses between their originating cities and the train stations.
3. The cost does not include personal travel accident insurance for tourists.
Cancellation & Change Policy
Guests acknowledge that railway transportation is linked to the national economy and public wellbeing. Railway operations are managed under unified dispatching and command.If the special tourist train departs earlier or is delayed due to unforeseeable causes including emergencies, dispatching arrangements by competent authorities, railway construction, track incidents, rolling stock failures or heavy rail traffic, our company will provide 7 days’ prior notice. Should the special tourist train be unable to operate, we will notify guests 5 days in advance, and the travel agency shall not bear any liability for breach of contract.
The actual departure time and stops of the special train are subject to the instructions of the competent authorities.
Delays and itinerary disruptions caused by railway scheduling, construction, track incidents, rolling stock malfunctions or train timetable revisions shall be deemed force majeure. The travel agency shall not assume any liability for breach of contract for such events.
Due to the charter nature of the tourist special train, travel agencies need to pay the railway department's performance guarantee deposit, hotel deposit and other fees in advance. Therefore, the cancellation rules for tourists who register for this special train are as follows:
(1) A registration deposit of RMB 20,000 per pax is required to secure the booking. If guests cancel the booking for personal reasons, this deposit is non-refundable.
(2) The balance must be settled 30 days prior to departure. If the balance remains unpaid for personal reasons, it shall be deemed an automatic forfeiture of the booking, and the deposit will not be refunded.
(3) If guests cancel the trip for personal reasons within 15 to 29 days prior to departure (both dates inclusive), 50% of the total contract value will be forfeited as cancellation charges.
(4)If guests cancel the trip for personal reasons within 1 to 14 days prior to departure (both dates inclusive), 70% of the total contract value will be forfeited as cancellation charges.
(5)If guests cancel the trip for personal reasons on the day of departure or during the itinerary, 100% of the total contract value will be forfeited as cancellation charges.
Guests may change their travelling companions up to 3 days prior to departure, with no tour fees forfeited.