16 Day Luxury Xinjiang Silk Road Rail Tour

Board the train at Chengdu's "Panda Express" themed station to begin your journey. The train departs for Lanzhou, where new passengers will board. Travel overnight aboard the train and participate in onboard welcome activities, such as watching Sichuan opera face-changing performances and interacting with panda mascots.

Travel all day along the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway, enjoying views of the unique landscapes of the Hexi Corridor and eastern Xinjiang from the train window, including vast stretches of Gobi Desert and distant snow-capped mountains. Relax on board today and participate in entertainment activities like mahjong and Werewolf.

Arriving in Turpan at dawn, we were met by a local guide who escorted us to visit the Karez system—an ancient underground irrigation marvel. We then proceeded to the Flaming Mountains, famed in the Journey to the West tales, to witness its unique geothermal landscapes. By evening, we boarded the train once more, continuing our journey toward Kashgar.

In the afternoon, the Panda Special Train arrived in Kashgar. Passengers disembarked and enjoyed a warm Kashgar welcome banquet. They then proceeded to downtown hotels to check in, concluding the train segment of their journey.

Travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to the Pamir Plateau, known as the "Roof of the World." Make stops at the White Sand Mountains and White Sand Lake along the way. Proceed to the higher-altitude Karakul Lake, where you can gaze upon snow-capped peaks including Muztagata, one of the "Three Giants of Kunlun." Return to Kashgar in the afternoon.

Morning tour of Kashgar Old Town, visiting the Id Kah Mosque. Later, explore the Gaotai residential area and experience traditional pottery making or woodblock printing. After savoring an Islamic-style dinner in the evening, proceed to Kashgar Railway Station and board the Panda Special Train bound for Kuqa.

Arriving in Kuche at dawn. Take a bus tour of the Kuche Grand Canyon National Geopark. Later, switch to off-road vehicles to traverse the southern section of the Duku Highway, admiring magnificent sights such as the Big and Small Dragon Pools and the Tielimaiti Pass along the way, ultimately reaching the Bayinbuluke Grassland.

Travel through the central section of the Duku Highway to Nalati Grassland. Experience the vastness of the "Sky Pasture" and immerse yourself in Kazakh nomadic culture. That evening, enjoy a whole roasted lamb feast within the scenic area and stay at a nearby hotel.

Proceed to the Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area (seasonal attraction featuring lavender and other blooms). Then drive to Yining City to explore the distinctive Liuxing Street Historical and Cultural District. After dinner, check into a downtown hotel in Yining.

Journey to Sayram Lake, known as "The Last Tear of the Atlantic," for a scenic tour around the lake. Enjoy a lunch featuring the local specialty, high-white salmon. In the afternoon, proceed to Yining or Jinghe South Station to board the Panda Special Train bound for Beitun.

Arrive at Beitun Station early in the morning and board a bus bound for Hemu, known as "God's Backyard." Enjoy the scenic views along the way, arriving at Hemu Village in the afternoon. Transfer to a shuttle bus for sightseeing, visiting century-old houses and admiring the Hemu River, birch forests, and Tuvan wooden dwellings. In the evening, join a song and dance gathering.

Early morning offers optional viewing of the morning mist and sunrise over Hemu. In the morning, take a bus to the Kanas Scenic Area. In the afternoon, stroll along the lakeside wooden walkway to admire scenic spots like Moon Bay and Fairy Bay, then board a double-lake cruise for an in-lake tour.

In the morning, ascend the Fish Viewing Terrace to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake. Afternoon is free for leisure activities. In the afternoon, board a coach to Burqin County. Enjoy a local specialty cold-water fish feast for dinner. After dinner, proceed to Beitun Station and board the Panda Special Train bound for Ürümqi.

The morning train arrives in Ürümqi. Transfer by coach to the "Fairy Pool" Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area for sightseeing, admiring the spectacular views of snow-capped mountains and lakes. Return to Ürümqi city in the afternoon. After dinner, check into the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the train station to board the Panda Special Train for your journey back to Chengdu. Enjoy leisure time aboard the train, where you can participate in activities like board games, card games, or Werewolf.

The train arrives at Lanzhou Station in the morning, where some passengers disembark to conclude their journey. The train continues onward to its final destination, Chengdu. After all passengers have shared breakfast and lunch onboard, the journey officially concludes. For details regarding disembarkation points and subsequent meal arrangements, please refer to the train's announcements on the day of travel.