2026 Chengdu Panda Express Ticket Purchase Channels + Booking Process

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Chengdu Panda Train? The Chengdu Panda Tourist Train tickets can only be purchased through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Slow Travel in the Western Regions, Scenery Moving with the Train — Detailed Guide to the 2026 ‘Chengdu’ Panda Train Panoramic Tour
Tired of the fatigue of frequently changing hotels and dragging luggage in traditional travel? Want to immerse yourself in the vast landscapes and diverse cultures of Xinjiang at a more relaxed pace? In 2026, the ‘Chengdu’ Panda Train, with the concept of ‘mobile living space,’ launches a 16-day panoramic slow tour of northern and southern Xinjiang. This journey is not just simple transportation but a deep experience integrating accommodation, dining, guided tours, and entertainment.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction
The ‘Chengdu’ Panda Train is jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and cultural tourism resources. The train body features a glazed blue color scheme, incorporating the ‘Sun Bird’ cultural element, blending modern comfort with Eastern aesthetics. The entire train consists of about 18 carriages, with 54 rooms, a standard capacity of about 108 people, and a maximum capacity of 132 people (including family combination rooms). The carriages are equipped with bathrooms, smart temperature control, large viewing windows, USB charging ports, and a silent vibration reduction system. Public areas include a living room car, dining car, and entertainment car, offering afternoon tea, board games, karaoke, intangible cultural heritage crafts, Sichuan opera face-changing, and other activities. Onboard guides and medical staff ensure a safe journey.
The itinerary spans the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, covering core areas such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kuqa, Bayanbulak, Nalati, Yining, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and Urumqi, connecting over 20 natural and cultural attractions including the Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Duku Highway, and Tianchi Lake. Daily sightseeing time is reasonably controlled, with ample time for photos and rest, suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly groups, and photography enthusiasts.
Note:The specific itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, subject to mutual agreement. Please refer to the departure notice.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Presented strictly according to the local finalized version)

🚂 Slow Travel in the Western Regions, Scenery Moving with the Train — Detailed Guide to the 2026 ‘Chengdu’ Panda Train Panoramic TourD1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, panda blessings, lantern riddles)
D2 Chengdu Panda Train sightseeing (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf, chess/gomoku)
D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez Well, Flaming Mountains)
D4 Kashgar (Kashgar welcome dinner)
D5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (Baisha Mountain and Baisha 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)

Tired of the fatigue of frequently changing hotels and dragging luggage in traditional travel? Want to immerse yourself in the vast landscapes and diverse cultures of Xinjiang at a more relaxed pace? In 2026, the ‘Chengdu’ Panda Train, with the concept of ‘mobile living space,’ launches a 16-day panoramic slow tour of northern and southern Xinjiang. This journey is not just simple transportation but a deep experience integrating accommodation, dining, guided tours, and entertainment. D9 Nalati → Yining (Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Yining Liuxing Street)
D10 Yining → Beitun (Sayram Lake)
D11 Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, scenic tea break + aerial photography)
D12 Hemu → Kanas (Harden Viewing Platform, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas boat tour)
D13 Kanas → Urumqi (Guanyu Terrace, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Wolong Bay)
D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (folk song gathering, chess masters, Werewolf)
D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, trip ends successfully

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181 3962 2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction💰 Price Description (Based on the latest local finalized version for 2026)
First Session:June 4, 2026 to June 19, 2026, Youranju 65,999 RMB/person, Shiyiju 69,999 RMB/person
Second Session:June 21, 2026 to July 6, 2026, Youranju 65,999 RMB/person, Shiyiju 69,999 RMB/person
Third Session:July 8, 2026 to July 23, 2026, Youranju 65,999 RMB/person, Shiyiju 69,999 RMB/person
Fourth Session:July 25, 2026 to August 9, 2026, Youranju 65,999 RMB/person, Shiyiju 69,999 RMB/person
Fifth Session:August 11, 2026 to August 26, 2026, Youranju 65,999 RMB/person, Shiyiju 69,999 RMB/person
Sixth Session:August 28, 2026 to September 12, 2026, Youranju 68,999 RMB/person, Shiyiju 72,999 RMB/person

The ‘Chengdu’ Panda Train is jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and cultural tourism resources. The train body features a glazed blue color scheme, incorporating the ‘Sun Bird’ cultural element, blending modern comfort with Eastern aesthetics. The entire train consists of about 18 carriages, with 54 rooms, a standard capacity of about 108 people, and a maximum capacity of 132 people (including family combination rooms). The carriages are equipped with bathrooms, smart temperature control, large viewing windows, USB charging ports, and a silent vibration reduction system. Public areas include a living room car, dining car, and entertainment car, offering afternoon tea, board games, karaoke, intangible cultural heritage crafts, Sichuan opera face-changing, and other activities. Onboard guides and medical staff ensure a safe journey.Seventh Session:September 14, 2026 to September 29, 2026, Youranju 68,999 RMB/person, Shiyiju 72,999 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may vary slightly depending on the session, room type, and services. The final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
Travelers can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The agency provides full itinerary explanations, ticket coordination, and pre-trip guidance services.
Contact Number:181-3962-2229
WeChat ID:181-3962-2229 (Please note ‘Chengdu Inquiry’ when adding)
It is recommended to communicate the number of travelers, preferred room type (Youranju is standard twin beds, Shiyiju is a double bed or family room with extra bed), and boarding location (Chengdu, Lanzhou, or Urumqi) in advance for the customer service to match a suitable plan.
🧾 Cost and Service Description

The itinerary spans the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, covering core areas such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kuqa, Bayanbulak, Nalati, Yining, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and Urumqi, connecting over 20 natural and cultural attractions including the Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata, Duku Highway, and Tianchi Lake. Daily sightseeing time is reasonably controlled, with ample time for photos and rest, suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly groups, and photography enthusiasts.Cost Includes:Full-trip special train carriage accommodation, first admission tickets to listed attractions, scenic area transportation, Kanas boat tour, special welcome dinner, three meals daily (including local cuisine), onboard guide service, entertainment activities, basic insurance, etc.
Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, single occupancy surcharge (negotiable if single room is needed), unmentioned optional activities, etc.
All service content and fee standards are subject to actual consultation results and the formally signed travel contract. In case of force majeure or policy changes during the trip, the travel agency will negotiate changes with travelers in accordance with laws and regulations.
📌 Warm Tips
Travelers must bring valid original identification documents for boarding and scenic area verification.
Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring windproof jackets, sunscreen, and common medications.
The special train operates on a night travel, day sightseeing model, effectively saving travel time and enhancing the experience.
Public areas provide 24-hour hot water, Wi-Fi, and leisure facilities. Smoking is prohibited in the carriages. Please comply with boarding regulations.
This 16-day journey is not just a movement from point A to point B but a cultural slow tour for physical and mental relaxation. On the ‘Chengdu’ train, the scenery flows outside the window, while inside is a warm haven — let travel return to its essence, slow down, and see the world.
2026 Chengdu Panda Tourist Train Ticket Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase.