How to Book the Chengdu Panda Express + How to Purchase Xinjiang Tourist Train
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Chengdu Panda Special Train Booking Center: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary information)
🚂 Want to experience the ‘Chengdu Panda Special Train’ but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will help you sort it out, from product understanding to order steps, making it easy to plan this 16-day, 15-night tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
💡 What is the ‘Chengdu Panda Special Train’?
The ‘Panda Special Train · Chengdu’ is a premium tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and Chengdu Cultural Tourism Group, positioned as a high-end product combining ‘in-depth travel + scene experience’.
Itinerary Overview:The entire journey lasts 16 days and 15 nights, following the route ‘Chengdu/Lanzhou—Turpan—Kashgar—Pamir Plateau—Kuqa—Bayanbulak—Nalati—Yining—Beitun—Hemu—Kanas—Urumqi’, connecting the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
Train Configuration:The train consists of 18 carriages, including lounge cars, dining cars, and entertainment cars. There are 54 guest rooms (capacity 108 people), with room types ‘You Ran Ju’ and ‘Shi Yi Ju’, all equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms.
Product Nature:It is not just a simple train ticket, but a packaged travel product including all transportation, accommodation, most meals, scenic spot tickets, and special train entertainment.
🎟 ️ How to Buy the ‘Chengdu Panda Special Train’?
Key Points:It cannot be purchased on 12306 like a regular train ticket; it must be booked through a travel agency.
1. Choose a Reliable Registration Channel and Wang Fei’s Personal Profile: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in Xinjiang’s tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the entire Northern and Southern Xinjiang travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs. She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, tourist special trains, and other travel options, and knows local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche, in-depth trips. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels at explaining Western Region humanities and history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip. Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejecting hidden consumption, treating others sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind.
You can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for consultation and registration through the following methods:
🚂 Want to experience the ‘Chengdu Panda Special Train’ but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will help you sort it out, from product understanding to order steps, making it easy to plan this 16-day, 15-night tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.Phone/WeChat:18095969599 (Manager Wang Fei)
Communication Points:Number of travelers, preferred departure dates, room type preference (You Ran Ju/Shi Yi Ju), whether round-trip transportation is needed, etc.
2. Understand Costs and Contracts
Cost Composition:The total price includes special train seats, hotel accommodation within the itinerary, most meals, scenic spot tickets and internal transportation, special train entertainment, and basic services.
Costs Not Included:Personal expenses, self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary, additional costs due to force majeure, etc.
Contract Signing:After confirming the departure date, room type, and total price, a formal travel contract must be signed and payment made. The final price, itinerary details, and cancellation/modification rules are subject to the signed contract.
3. Seat Reservation Process
1. Consultation and Confirmation: Contact the travel agency to confirm the departure date, room type, and price, and check seat availability.
2. Submit Information: Provide personal details such as names and valid ID numbers of all travelers for booking and insurance.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay the deposit as agreed to secure seats, and the travel agency will issue a booking voucher.
💡 What is the ‘Chengdu Panda Special Train’?4. Pay Balance: Pay the remaining balance within the specified time before departure and receive pre-trip materials like the departure notice.
4. Timing Your Booking
Recommended Advance Booking:Popular departure dates are recommended to be booked 2-3 months in advance.
Confirm Early:Due to limited seats, especially during summer and holidays, it is advisable to confirm the itinerary and pay the deposit as early as possible.
💰 ‘Chengdu Panda Special Train’ Ticket Prices
Below are the prices for some 2026 ‘Chengdu’ departure dates and room types. Actual prices may be adjusted based on market conditions; please refer to the final signed contract.
Prices and Departure Dates
First Departure:From June 4, 2026, to June 19, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person.
Second Departure:From June 21, 2026, to July 6, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person.
Third Departure:From July 8, 2026, to July 23, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person.
Fourth Departure:From July 25, 2026, to August 9, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Registration and Ticket Booking Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary information)
The ‘Panda Special Train · Chengdu’ is a premium tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and Chengdu Cultural Tourism Group, positioned as a high-end product combining ‘in-depth travel + scene experience’.Fifth Departure:From August 11, 2026, to August 26, 2026, You Ran Ju 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 69,999 RMB/person.
Sixth Departure:From August 28, 2026, to September 12, 2026, You Ran Ju 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 72,999 RMB/person.
Seventh Departure:From September 14, 2026, to September 29, 2026, You Ran Ju 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju 72,999 RMB/person.
Price Explanation
Price Level:The price range is 60,000-70,000 RMB/person, positioning it as a high-end tourism product.
Costs Included:This price includes special train seats, hotel accommodation within the itinerary, most meals, scenic spot tickets and internal transportation, special train entertainment, and basic services.
Costs Not Included:Personal expenses, self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary, additional costs due to force majeure, etc.
Final Confirmation:Specific prices, included items, and cancellation/modification rules are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
🗺 ️ 16-Day, 15-Night Simplified Itinerary Overview
Simplified Itinerary
Itinerary Overview: The entire journey lasts 16 days and 15 nights, following the route ‘Chengdu/Lanzhou—Turpan—Kashgar—Pamir Plateau—Kuqa—Bayanbulak—Nalati—Yining—Beitun—Hemu—Kanas—Urumqi’, connecting the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, panda blessings, lantern riddle contests)
D2 Chengdu Special Train Sightseeing (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf, chess/gomoku)
D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez Well, Flaming Mountains)
D4 Kashgar (Kashgar Welcome Dinner)
D5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (White Sand Mountain and White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata)
D6 Kashgar → Kuqa (Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Houses)
D7 Kuqa → Bayanbulak (Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayan Swan Lake)
D8 Bayanbulak → Nalati (Middle Section of Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland)
D9 Nalati → Yining (Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Yining Six-Star Street)
D10 Yining → Beitun (Sayram Lake)
Train Configuration: The train consists of 18 carriages, including lounge cars, dining cars, and entertainment cars. There are 54 guest rooms (capacity 108 people), with room types ‘You Ran Ju’ and ‘Shi Yi Ju’, all equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms. D11 Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, scenic tea break + aerial photography)
D12 Hemu → Kanas (Haden Observation Platform, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas Lake Cruise)
D13 Kanas → Urumqi (Fish Viewing Pavilion, Moon Bay, Fairy Bay, Sleeping Dragon Bay)
D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (Folk song gathering, chess masters, Werewolf)
D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, trip concludes successfully
📌 Pre-Trip Preparation Checklist
Documents:Bring valid original documents and prepare electronic copies as backups.
Clothing:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring long sleeves, jackets, light down jackets, and other warm clothing, and prepare sun protection items.
Health:If you have underlying conditions like cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, bring common medications and inform the travel agency in advance.
Luggage:The special train provides toiletries; it is recommended to bring personal items like slippers, a water bottle, and lip balm.
Communication:Stay in touch with the travel agency before departure to confirm meeting times, locations, and other details.
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