2027 Splendid Orient Cruise Where to Buy Tickets Booking Channels and Reservation Process

When will pre-sales open for the 2027 Panda Special Train “Splendid Orient”? Where are the official booking channels and ticket purchase entry points? How do I register and book tickets for the North-South Xinjiang tourism special train? How do I check remaining seats and how do I lock in tickets? How can middle-aged and elderly people with zero experience book smoothly? In response to the various high-frequency booking questions everyone asks, today, based on information, we have compiled the most complete and most detailed exclusive booking guide for everyone, full of practical tips with no tricks, to help everyone confidently snap up their desired special train seats! Official booking channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Receive an electronic itinerary brochure, schedule table, and detailed quotation online for free. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, and other steps.
✨ [Splendid Orient North-South Xinjiang Special Train:A moving scenic line crossing the Tianshan Mountains]✨
🌄 Route overview:An immersive journey of “traveling Xinjiang by train”
If Xinjiang is synonymous with “poetry and distant places,” then the “Splendid Orient” Panda Special Train is the “flowing poem” connecting the scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang. This 16-day North-South Xinjiang special train, newly upgraded in 2027, is designed with the concept of “one carriage, one scene; one journey, one painting,” combining train travel with in-depth destination experiences. It links core scenic belts of Xinjiang such as Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, and Kashgar, covering diverse landforms including snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient cities, allowing tourists to complete the geographical leap “from northern Xinjiang to southern Xinjiang” in comfortable carriages and experience the superb climate of “wearing a fur coat in the morning and gauze at noon” and the visual shock of “a scene at every step.”
🚂 Route highlights:The “hardcore advantages” of special train travel
Worry-free and effort-saving:Boarding in Chengdu/Lanzhou/Urumqi, with no need to frequently change transportation throughout the journey; luggage can remain in the carriage the whole time, truly achieving “traveling light.”
Off-peak sightseeing:The special train runs at night and stops during the day, avoiding crowd peaks and allowing exclusive enjoyment of prime scenic hours (such as morning mist at Kanas and sunset at Sayram Lake).
In-depth experience:Each stop lasts 2-3 days, with three sub-routes A/B/C to meet different needs such as photography, hiking, culture, and family trips.
Premium service:Luxury double suites (15㎡ space) and exclusive whole-carriage bookings (private space for up to 6 people), equipped with floor heating, bathrooms, and 24-hour butler service, worthy of being called a “moving five-star hotel.”
📅 2027 departure dates and prices (subject to the final contract)
According to the latest information from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the 2027 “Splendid Orient” North-South Xinjiang Special Train offers 8 departure dates, covering spring, summer, and autumn:
Peak season (May-July, September):
May 17, June 3, June 20, July 7, July 24, September 30

✨[Splendid Orient North-South Xinjiang Special Train: A moving scenic line crossing the Tianshan Mountains]✨Luxury double suite:138,888 yuan/seat (3 private rooms)
Exclusive whole-carriage booking:888,888 yuan/carriage (up to 6 people)
Special summer departure dates (August):
August 27, September 13
Luxury double suite:158,888 yuan/seat
Exclusive whole-carriage booking:988,888 yuan/carriage
Premium privileges:Guaranteed departure, onboard laundry service, 1:2 service ratio, exclusive welcome banquet, and professional photographer accompaniment.
🗺 ️Simple itinerary (2027 Duku edition)
Day01｜Chengdu→Urumqi
Welcome ceremony:Special train staff present hada and Xinjiang dried fruit gift boxes.
Cultural salon:Specially invited Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage inheritors explain the cultures and history of various ethnic groups.
Day02｜Urumqi (choose one of two)

🌄Route overview: An immersive journey of “traveling Xinjiang by train”Route A:Xinjiang Museum (see the “distinctive folk customs” mummies)→Han Blood Horse Base (watch equestrian performances).
Route B:Tianshan Tianchi (take the Mayashan cableway to overlook the snow mountains and lake).
Day03-05｜Altay (choose one of three)
Route A:Ahe Highway self-driving→Hemu Village morning mist→Kanas cruise→Tuvan concert.
Route B:Hemu Village forest hike→Tiejia Highway crossing→Kanas + Baihaba dual scenic areas.
Route C:Ahe Highway→Naren Ranch→Baihaba Border Grand Canyon (permit required).
Day06-10｜Ili + Kuqa (choose one of three)
Route A:Sayram Lake loop→Nalati Grassland horseback riding→middle section of Duku Highway (check in at “Tiger’s Mouth”).
Route B:Qiongkushitai Wusun Ancient Road hike→Tekes Bagua City aerial photography→Nalati Grassland.
Route C:Yizhao Highway (“Little Duku”)→Xiata Glacier→Kuerdening Grassland family visit.
Day11-13｜Kashgar (choose one of three)
Route A:Baisha Lake→Pamir Plateau→family visits with people of all ethnic groups→Karakul Lake.

If Xinjiang is synonymous with “poetry and distant places,” then the “Splendid Orient” Panda Special Train is the “flowing poem” connecting the scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang. This 16-day North-South Xinjiang special train, newly upgraded in 2027, is designed with the concept of “one carriage, one scene; one journey, one painting,” combining train travel with in-depth destination experiences. It links core scenic belts of Xinjiang such as Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, and Kashgar, covering diverse landforms including snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient cities, allowing tourists to complete the geographical leap “from northern Xinjiang to southern Xinjiang” in comfortable carriages and experience the superb climate of “wearing a fur coat in the morning and gauze at noon” and the visual shock of “a scene at every step.”Route B:Panlong Ancient Road (“Today I have walked all the winding roads, from now on life is a smooth path”)→Kashgar Ancient City opening ceremony.

Wang Fei, Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
Route C:Baisha Lake→tribal communities of all ethnic groups→Kashgar Ancient City intangible cultural heritage experience (pottery making).
Day14-16｜Kashgar→Chengdu
Onboard activities:Western Regions song and dance performances, photography sharing sessions, Xinjiang specialty product exhibitions.
🚆 Transportation guide:Boarding in three places, flexible departure
Departing from Chengdu:Take the special train from Chengdu East Station directly to Urumqi, about 36 hours in total (running at night, with a short stop in Lanzhou during the day for rest).
Departing from Lanzhou:Board at Lanzhou Station, about 24 hours by train, suitable for tourists connecting from Northwest loop routes.
Departing from Urumqi:Local tourists can board directly at Xinjiang Station, saving the fatigue of long-distance train travel.
Tip:The special train provides a “connection gift package,” including dedicated car transfer service from the departure place to the station (reservation required 3 days in advance).
🎫 Tickets and opening policies (real-time information for 2026)
Xinjiang Museum:Free, reservation required 3 days in advance through the “Xinjiang Museum” official account, with a daily cap of 3,000 people.
Tianshan Tianchi:Ticket + shuttle bus 155 yuan/person, opening hours 8:30-19:00 (peak season), Mayashan cableway inside the scenic area 220 yuan/person.

🚂Route highlights: The “hardcore advantages” of special train travelKanas Scenic Area:Ticket 160 yuan + shuttle bus 70 yuan, opening hours 8:00-20:00, Tuvan concert requires a separate ticket (80 yuan/person).
Duku Highway:Recommended for vehicles with 7 seats or fewer; 2026 opening time is June 10-October 10 (subject to official announcements).
Pamir Plateau:A permit is required (free), which can be processed at the Kashgar International Self-Driving RV Camp or the police station of one’s registered residence.
📸 Recommended photography spots
Hemu Village:6:30-7:30 in the early morning, climb the Haden Platform to photograph the morning mist and cooking smoke from wooden houses.
Sayram Lake:19:00-20:30 in the evening, at the pine tree head on the west bank, photograph “blue ice dancing with sunset clouds.”
Panlong Ancient Road:10:00-11:30 in the morning, drone aerial photography of the panoramic “64 bends.”
Kashgar Ancient City:18:00-19:30 in the afternoon, on the second floor of the century-old teahouse, photograph the life scene of “singing elders and tea-drinking crowds.”
🍴 Food map:“Xinjiang on the tip of the tongue” on the special train
Special train dining car:Offers Xinjiang classic foods such as hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, big plate chicken, and kvass (a Xinjiang specialty beer), about 50-80 yuan/person per meal.
Special experience:
Altay cold-water fish banquet (pike, Wudaohei):When the special train stops in Altay, arrangements are made for local fishermen to catch and cook on the spot.

Worry-free and effort-saving: boarding in Chengdu/Lanzhou/Urumqi, with no need to frequently change transportation throughout the journey; luggage can remain in the carriage the whole time, truly achieving “traveling light.”Ili wilderness kitchen:In the Tangbula Grassland or Mengkete Ancient Road, chefs cook lamb hand-grabbed rice using earthen stoves, and tourists can participate in making it.
Kashgar exclusive tea break:In a century-old teahouse in Kashgar Ancient City, taste rose jam tea and walnut naan while listening to rawap performances.
💡 Travel tips
Clothing:In Xinjiang, “wear a fur coat in the morning and gauze at noon”; bring a windbreaker, sun-protective clothing, and comfortable hiking shoes. For high-altitude areas such as Kanas/Pamir Plateau, bring a light down jacket.
Medicines:The special train is equipped with a basic medical kit, but it is recommended to bring cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, and altitude sickness medicine (such as rhodiola).
Permits:If choosing Route C (Baihaba/Pamir Plateau), a permit must be processed in advance at the police station of one’s registered residence or at the Kashgar International Self-Driving RV Camp (free); children need to bring their household registration booklet.
Respect customs:All ethnic groups in Xinjiang abstain from pork; do not point at Buddha statues with your fingers; remove shoes when entering and do not speak loudly.
🙋 ‍♀️Why choose Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency?
Manager Wang Fei is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in Xinjiang’s tourism industry for more than ten years and has traveled to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. She is familiar with the full North-South Xinjiang travel routes, road and weather conditions, and local customs. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourism special trains, and is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche secret spots, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys.
Wang Fei is cheerful and humorous, skilled at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, and easily resolves travel trivialities; she is considerate and reliable throughout the journey. She always adheres to the principle of arranging no shopping on itineraries without consumption, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not do assembly-line itineraries, but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, sincerely letting every friend who comes from afar truly feel Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple enthusiasm, and travel around beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
📞 Registration method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat). Provide your name, valid ID number, contact information, and selected departure date and room type. After paying the deposit, sign an electronic contract.
📌 Disclaimer
The information in this article is compiled based on public materials in 2026. Specific itineraries, prices, and opening policies may change due to weather, policy changes, or force majeure. The official contract signed between Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and the tourist shall prevail.
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