2027 Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama via the Duku Highway — 15 Days

VIPs can choose Chengdu or Lanzhou as the boarding point and board the Anyi Express·Panda Train according to the designated time. At this moment, you will become a panda envoy to the Western Regions. After receiving the corresponding props from the staff, the wonderful journey to Xinjiang officially begins.

Warm reminder: The train is expected to depart from Chengdu in the morning. It is recommended that you arrive in Chengdu one day in advance. Complimentary arrangement for 1 night in a transitional hotel in Chengdu (Ctrip 5 diamond standard). The accommodation service is a gift and no refund will be incurred if it is not used.

After sleeping until you wake up naturally, go to the Anyi Express•Panda Train [Xinjiang Welcome Banquet] to start a wonderful journey to Xinjiang with characteristic Xinjiang songs and dances.

In the afternoon, go to the national 5A-level scenic spot [Heavenly Lake of Tianshan Scenic Area] (the drive is about 1.5 hours, the tour is no less than 3 hours), and take the shuttle bus to enter the scenic spot: Guanshimen Line, Xishan Pine Viewing, Longtan Blue Moon Sky, Dinghai Shenzhen and other famous landscapes, overlooking the majestic Bogda Snow Peak.

After the tour, return to the city, depart to the train station at the designated time, and board the Anyi Express•Panda Special Train to [Beitun City].

Arrive in Beitun early and have breakfast, then drive to [Hemu Scenic Area] (the drive is about 5 hours, the tour is no less than 3 hours) (rest and meals will be arranged according to the actual situation).

After arriving in Hemu, we will visit the Irtysh River, the only river in my country that flows from the west to the Arctic Ocean. We will go to the Hemu River Valley surrounded by white mist, and see the flowers in the alpine grassland Jiadeng Valley, the wooden bridge on the Hemu River, and the Tuva villages and wooden houses on the Hemu River.

After the tour, check into the hotel and rest.

After breakfast, drive to [Kanas Scenic Area] (the drive is about 2 hours, the total tour is no less than 5 hours). Kanas Scenic Area is known as the last pure land of mankind. Mongolian means "beautiful, rich, mysterious". The lakes and mountains here are integrated into one, and it has the majestic scenery of the north and the beauty of the mountains and rivers of the south of the Yangtze River. Stroll along the wooden plank road by the lake and feel the leisure and tranquility of Kanas Scenic Area. On the way down, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery at the peaceful Moon Bay, the magical Shenxian Bay and Wolong Bay.

After the tour, transfer to the hotel to rest.

Go to taste Burqin’s special cold water fish feast.

Afterwards, visit [Colorful Beach] (about 2 hours’ drive, tour time is no less than 1 hour) to see its unique Yadan landform: undulating ravines and dressing-style sloping beaches, colorful and gorgeous.

Then transfer to Beitun Station and board the Panda Express·Anyi Express to [Yining].

After arriving, go to the national 5A-level scenic spot [Sayram Lake] (about 1.5 hours’ drive, and the tour time is no less than 3 hours). Sayram Lake was called the Western Pure Sea in ancient times and is a high mountain cold water lake in Xinjiang. Because it is the place where the warm and moist air currents from the Atlantic Ocean last favored it, it is called the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean. The clear water and blue sky in the near area are sparkling, and the snow-capped sky in the distance is the same color, just like a watercolor painting.

Afterwards, we will visit the beautiful scenery of [Ili First Pass Guozigou] along the way (no parking due to traffic reasons).

After arriving in Yining, have dinner and transfer to the hotel to rest.

In the morning, drive to the [Nalati Grassland-River Valley Grassland Route] (the total tour time is no less than 3 hours). The Ili River Valley is known as the Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall and has beautiful natural scenery. Along the valley grassland, you can enjoy dense mountain springs, crisscrossing streams, Tasong pillars along the ditch, dotted yurts, and clouds of cattle and sheep.

Then transfer to a car and cross the [Duku Highway] (Nalati-Bayinbuluke section), enjoying the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains along the way, and arrive at Bayin Town.

After dinner, transfer to hotel to rest.

Special reminder: Tourists from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan have the same itinerary as tourists from mainland China. All Chinese or foreigners with passports cannot visit the central and southern section of Duku Highway. They will return to Yining on the 8th day and follow the train to Kuqa to join the team the next day.

After breakfast, drive through the [Southern Section of Duku Highway] (Bayinbuluke-Kuqa) to view the Bayinbuluke Grassland and head to Kuqa. The natural landscape along the Duku Highway is rich and diverse. The majestic snow-capped mountains, dense forests, vast grasslands, spectacular canyons and other scenic spots form a long landscape scroll of "seeing four seasons in one day and different days ten miles away", providing tourists with rich visual enjoyment.

Then arrive at the [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon] (the tour is no less than 1 hour). It is known as one of the top ten canyons in China. It is located at the southern foot of Tianshan Mountain. It means "red cliff" in Uyghur.

After dinner, transfer to the station and board the Anyi Express•Panda Train to [Kashgar].

Arrive in Kashgar early and travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to the roof of the world - the Pamir Plateau. Along the way, you can enjoy the Gezi Canyon, Gezi Station, Liusha River, Red Mountain and other landscapes.

Arrive at [Karakul Lake] (the tour time is no less than 40 minutes). It is a rare plateau lake in the world. It is surrounded by ice peaks and snow ridges. You can see the world-famous peaks - Kunlun Three Heroes up close.

Then go to the legendary border town [Ta County] located on the Pamir Plateau. With its unique status of "one county adjacent to three countries", it stands on the western border of the motherland. This is not only the filming location of the classic film "Visitor from the Iceberg", but also the hometown of Razini Bayika, the 2021 "Touching China" Person of the Year. The hymn he wrote with his life spread throughout China from here, allowing the spirit of the "Pamir Eagle" to soar forever.

Later, we participated in the [Tajik Home Visit], tasted snacks prepared by Tajik people, and learned about the Tajik national culture.

Enjoy the authentic [Ta County Yak Hotpot] for dinner and check into a hotel in Ta County to rest.

Note:Ta County requires a border defense permit. Mainland Chinese residents over 16 years old must apply online; Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, mainland residents under 16 years old and foreign guests must apply offline. (Tourists whose registered place of residence is Garze or Aba should consult the entry and exit administration department or the police station of the place of residence in advance).

After breakfast, drive to [Tashkorgan Stone City] (tour time is no less than 30 minutes). It is the royal city of Puli Kingdom, one of the thirty-six countries in the ancient Western Regions, and an important hub on the ancient "Silk Road".

Then go to see [Golden Grass Beach] (the tour time is no less than 30 minutes), take photos, and take a rest.

After returning to Kashgar, we visited [White Sand Lake] on the way (the tour time is no less than 40 minutes). It is a unique landscape. On one side of the lakeshore are rolling white sand mountains, and on the other side are blue lakes and snow-capped mountains. Half desert and half lake, the contrast is strong and dreamlike, which is a must-see when visiting Kashgar.

After arriving in Kashgar and enjoying the [roasted whole lamb feast], check into the hotel and rest.

After breakfast, set off for the 5A-level scenic spot [Kashgar Old City] (tour time is no less than 1.5 hours). The ancient city of Kashgar has experienced more than 2,000 years of wind, frost, snow and rain, making the ancient city of Kashgar a specimen and slice of different historical periods. It is known as a living fossil for the study of cities in the ancient Western Regions. Here, the family life, ethnic customs, traditional crafts and delicious food of Uyghur residents are concentratedly displayed.

Visit the [Kashgar Folk Jade Exhibition Hall] (the tour time is no less than 90 minutes). This is an important place to display the jade culture of the Silk Road. Its rich collection attracts many tourists and jade enthusiasts.

Visit the [Id Kah Grand Mosque] (the tour time is no less than 40 minutes). This mosque is an outstanding display of Islamic religious culture and a fusion of unique Islamic architectural style and traditional Chinese architectural techniques.

After dinner, board the Anyi Express·Panda Train to Turpan, an important town on the ancient Silk Road.

After arriving in Turpan, go to visit the national 5A-level scenic spot [Grape Valley] (the tour time is no less than 1 hour), walk into the colorful houses, and feel the simplicity and vitality. The exotic decoration here makes you feel like you are in a fairy tale world.

After that, visit [Flaming Mountain] (the tour time is no less than 1 hour) and watch China's largest thermometer, like Sun Wukong's wishful golden hoop, measuring the blazing high temperature of the Flame Mountain, as if to show the world the scorching heat of this land.

After dinner, check into the hotel and rest.

Arrive at the departure point and end the trip to Xinjiang. Anyi Express•Panda Train looks forward to seeing you next time!

Warm reminder: The train is expected to arrive in Chengdu at night. It is recommended that you book return transportation for the next day. Complimentary arrangement for 1 night in a transitional hotel in Chengdu (Ctrip 5 diamond standard). The accommodation service is a gift and no refund will be incurred if it is not used.