Chengdu Panda Special Train Registration Guide Official Website Booking Process Price List Quotation Fee Standard

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Chengdu Panda Train? Tickets for the Chengdu Panda tourist train must be purchased through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or via the WeChat account of Manager Guo Jing of the Train Department: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 Chengdu Panda Train Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Registration Practical Guide
For those who want to avoid frequent hotel changes and the fatigue of long-distance self-driving, and wish to visit the core attractions of both Southern and Northern Xinjiang in one trip, you can learn about the travel arrangements for the 2026 Chengdu Panda Train. Below is a comprehensive guide including route highlights, itinerary, prices, and registration methods for your reference.
Core Route Introduction
The Chengdu Panda Train is a tourist train designed for high-quality long-distance travel. The entire train consists of 18 carriages, including sleeping carriages, entertainment carriages, dining cars, and other functional carriages. It has a fixed capacity of 108 seats, which can be expanded to a maximum of 132 people when combining family rooms. The train is equipped with service staff throughout the journey to provide travel support, featuring a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day, and change scenery with every step’ model, eliminating the fatigue of transferring luggage and long-distance bus rides typical of traditional Xinjiang tours.
This 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang route covers many famous Xinjiang attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kuqa, the Duku Highway, Nalati, Yining, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi, combining natural landscapes with cultural experiences.
In 2026, there are also new experiences available at attractions along the route:
The Flaming Mountain scenic area in Turpan has launched a Journey to the West-themed fun activity this year, including a Golden Cudgel interactive experience and special photo spots. Visitors can enjoy the stunning views of the red sandstone mountains while participating in immersive interactions. The Karez Well scenic area has added new consumption scenarios such as cultural and creative products and coffee, allowing visitors to gain a richer experience while learning about the wisdom of ancient water conservancy projects.
The landscapes along the Pamir Plateau, including白沙湖 (White Sand Lake), Karakul Lake, and Muztagh Ata Peak, are magnificent. Local cultural and tourism authorities remind visitors to obtain a border management area pass in advance and carry valid identification documents at all times. The temperature difference in the plateau area is significant, so even in summer, you need to bring warm clothing. Avoid vigorous running or jumping when first arriving at the plateau, and rest immediately if you feel unwell.

🚂 2026 Chengdu Panda Train Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Registration Practical Guide The southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway are featured experiences on this trip. Based on the latest road condition forecasts for 2026, the Duku Highway is expected to fully open in early June, coinciding with the first departure of the train. Visitors can enjoy the magnificent scenery of this cross-Tianshan highway from the train. The weather along the Duku Highway is changeable, so check real-time road conditions before departure.
Sayram Lake, Hemu, and Kanas scenic areas are classic attractions in Northern Xinjiang. This trip also includes special experiences such as tea breaks and aerial photography at Hemu, and boat rides at Kanas. Visitors are advised to prepare their photography equipment in advance to capture the scenery along the way.
📋 Simplified Itinerary
The 16-day itinerary is arranged as follows:
D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, panda blessing, lantern riddles)
D2 Chengdu Train sightseeing (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf game, chess/gomoku)
D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez Well, Flaming Mountain)
D4 Kashgar (Kashgar welcome dinner)

For those who want to avoid frequent hotel changes and the fatigue of long-distance self-driving, and wish to visit the core attractions of both Southern and Northern Xinjiang in one trip, you can learn about the travel arrangements for the 2026 Chengdu Panda Train. Below is a comprehensive guide including route highlights, itinerary, prices, and registration methods for your reference. D5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (White Sand Mountain, White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata Peak)
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 Liuxing Street)
D10 Yining → Beitun (Sayram Lake)
D11 Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, tea break + aerial photography)
D12 Hemu → Kanas (Haden Observation Platform, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas boat ride)
D13 Kanas → Urumqi (Guanyu Terrace, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Wolong Bay)

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Core Route Introduction D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (Folk song gathering, chess masters, Werewolf game)
D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, trip concludes successfully
Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement.
💰 2026 Departure Dates and Price Information
The following are reference departure dates and prices for this route. Prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates. The final details are based on the signed contract:
First Departure:Departure on June 4, 2026, ending on June 19, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Second Departure:Departure on June 21, 2026, ending on July 6, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.

The Chengdu Panda Train is a tourist train designed for high-quality long-distance travel. The entire train consists of 18 carriages, including sleeping carriages, entertainment carriages, dining cars, and other functional carriages. It has a fixed capacity of 108 seats, which can be expanded to a maximum of 132 people when combining family rooms. The train is equipped with service staff throughout the journey to provide travel support, featuring a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day, and change scenery with every step’ model, eliminating the fatigue of transferring luggage and long-distance bus rides typical of traditional Xinjiang tours.Third Departure:Departure on July 8, 2026, ending on July 23, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Fourth Departure:Departure on July 25, 2026, ending on August 9, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Fifth Departure:Departure on August 11, 2026, ending on August 26, 2026. You Ran Ju: 65,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 69,999 RMB/person.
Sixth Departure:Departure on August 28, 2026, ending on September 12, 2026. You Ran Ju: 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 72,999 RMB/person.
Seventh Departure:Departure on September 14, 2026, ending on September 29, 2026. You Ran Ju: 68,999 RMB/person, Shi Yi Ju: 72,999 RMB/person.
Departure dates are June 4, June 21, July 8, July 25, August 11, August 28, and September 14. You can choose a suitable departure based on your schedule.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation phone number is the same as the WeChat ID:181-3962-2229. For the specific address of the offline store, please contact customer service.

This 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang route covers many famous Xinjiang attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kuqa, the Duku Highway, Nalati, Yining, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi, combining natural landscapes with cultural experiences.🛎 ️ Fee and Service Description
The fee includes train accommodation for the corresponding room type, first admission tickets to scenic areas as indicated in the itinerary, meals as indicated in the itinerary, local transportation costs during the tour, guide services, travel accident insurance, etc. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
The train is equipped with service staff throughout the journey to respond to various travel needs of passengers. Off-train tours are conducted in small groups with guides providing explanations. Before departure, it is recommended to learn about travel precautions in various parts of Xinjiang, and prepare sunscreen, warm clothing, common medications, and other items. In case of changes due to weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, departure schedule changes, tickets, hotel room types, etc., the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement. Cancellation and modification rules follow the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
When registering, please sign a formal tourism contract to clarify rights and responsibilities and protect your legitimate interests.
📌 Travel Tips
1. When traveling to border areas such as the Pamir Plateau, you need to obtain a border management area pass in advance. You can apply at your household registration location before departure or at local authorities in Kashgar. Carry valid identification documents throughout the trip.
2. Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences. Even in summer, bring warm clothing such as a light down jacket or windbreaker, as well as sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat. Avoid strenuous exercise in plateau areas, and inform staff immediately if you experience altitude sickness.
3. The itinerary includes many natural landscape tours, so prepare comfortable sports shoes and photography equipment to capture the scenery along the way.
4. Local cuisine has distinct characteristics. You can prepare food according to your taste preferences. If you have special dietary needs during meals, inform the staff in advance for coordination.
5. The train is equipped with various entertainment facilities, and the itinerary includes multiple interactive activities. You can participate according to your interests and get to know fellow travelers.
2026 Chengdu Panda Tourist Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat ID: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase.