2026 Panda Express Chengdu North South Xinjiang 16 Day Pre sale
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When many people first hear about the “Panda Special Train · Chengdu”, the first question that comes to mind is:What exactly is it? 🐼🚂
Simply put, it’s not an ordinary train, but a high-end tourist special train integrating “eating, accommodation, travel, and sightseeing”. Co-created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and Chengdu Cultural Tourism Group, it is the third-generation product positioned at the higher end of the “Panda Special Train” brand, unveiled at the end of 2024 and officially put into operation in 2025.
🚄 What is the Panda Special Train · Chengdu?
📍 Positioning and Scale
As the first panda-themed quality tourist train in Southwest China, it focuses on “in-depth travel + scene experience”. The entire train has 18 carriages, 12 of which are compartment rooms, totaling about 54 rooms, with a certified capacity of 108 passengers and a maximum capacity of 132, ensuring a quiet and private journey.
🎨 Design and Facilities
The train body features a sapphire blue coating, with gold lines outlining the “Shu River Thousand Mile Landscape” and incorporating Tianfu cultural elements like the “Sun Bird”. The interior resembles a “moving art gallery”, displaying nearly 60 high-quality intangible cultural heritage works such as Shu brocade and Shu embroidery. Rooms are divided into types like “Youranju” and “Shiyiju”, all equipped with bathrooms, a full-house smart voice control system, and a mini fridge, realizing the experience of “moving a hotel onto the train”.
🛌 Room Types and Seats
The entire train recommends 108 seats, ensuring high comfort. Main room types include:
Youranju/Shiyiju:Comfortable compartment, about 8–10 m², suitable for families or friends.
Panda Yuefu:Luxury double room, with better privacy and comfort.
Family Room:Can be flexibly combined according to needs, convenient for family travel.
🍽 ️ Public Areas and Services
The train features public spaces like the “Golden Panda Restaurant”, “Yuefu Hall”, and “Liuyun Pavilion”, offering new-style Sichuan cuisine, Cantonese cuisine, and more. The train is also equipped with a “Panda Butler” team, providing butler-style service similar to high-star hotels, making the journey more worry-free.
🗺 ️ Route Reveal:The Ultimate Journey of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
When many people first hear about the “Panda Special Train · Chengdu”, the first question that comes to mind is: What exactly is it? 🐼🚂The core route of the “Panda Special Train · Chengdu” is the “Panoramic Northern and Southern Xinjiang Ultimate Journey”, which is also one of the most popular choices online.
Trip Overview
Route Theme:Northern and Southern Xinjiang Ultimate Journey (16 days, 15 nights)
Departure/Destination:Chengdu Anjing Station
Total Mileage:About 8,000 kilometers
Core Features:“Travel by day, sleep by night, multiple destinations on one route, train moves with people”, no need to change trains throughout the journey.
Trip Highlights
Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop:Departing from Chengdu, passing through Lanzhou and Xining, deep into Southern Xinjiang along the Geku Line, then returning to Northern Xinjiang, finally arriving in Turpan, experiencing snow-capped mountains, deserts, lakes, and ancient cities in one go.
Classic Attractions:The itinerary typically includes Kashgar Ancient City, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and the southern section of the Duku Highway, among other Xinjiang highlights.
Seamless “Train + Ground” Connection:The special train handles long-distance travel, and upon arriving at each city, passengers transfer to tourist buses with guided tours, balancing comfort and sightseeing efficiency.
2026 Schedule Reference
According to public information for 2026, multiple schedules are planned for the Xinjiang direction throughout the year, covering May to October. Specific schedules, stops, and itinerary details may change; please refer to the final confirmation.
🗓 ️ 16-Day, 15-Night Simple Itinerary Reference
The following is the itinerary framework for the “Northern and Southern Xinjiang Ultimate Journey”; specific arrangements are subject to the travel contract.
D1:Gather in Chengdu
Proceed to Chengdu Anjing Station on your own, board with valid ID and booking information. A welcome ceremony is held in the evening, and you can familiarize yourself with the environment on the train after departure.
Simply put, it’s not an ordinary train, but a high-end tourist special train integrating “eating, accommodation, travel, and sightseeing”. Co-created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and Chengdu Cultural Tourism Group, it is the third-generation product positioned at the higher end of the “Panda Special Train” brand, unveiled at the end of 2024 and officially put into operation in 2025.D2-D3:Crossing Mountains, First Glimpse of the Northwest
The train runs along national trunk lines like the new Chengdu-Kunming Railway, enjoying the magnificent scenery of the Western Sichuan Plateau and Qinling Mountains. Activities like welcome parties and interactive games are organized on the train.
D4-D5:Arriving in Xinjiang, First Visit to Urumqi
After arriving in Urumqi, visit attractions like Tianshan Tianchi and check into a local hotel. Return to the special train to rest at night.
D6-D7:Northern Xinjiang Scenery, Kanas and Hemu
Transfer by bus to the Altay region, visit Kanas Lake, Xian Bay, Moon Bay, and head to Hemu Village to enjoy the morning and evening views of the Tuva village.
D8-D9:Yining Charm, Encountering Sayram Lake
Travel along the “Yili River Valley”, visit Sayram Lake, and experience the purity of “the last tear of the Atlantic”. Then head to Yining to experience local culture.
D10-D11:Nalati Grassland and Duku Highway
Explore Nalati Grassland, experience horseback riding and other outdoor activities. Then take the famous southern section of the Duku Highway to enjoy the wonder of “four seasons in one day”.
D12-D13:Exploring Southern Xinjiang, Entering Kashgar
Arrive in the key city of Southern Xinjiang, Kashgar, visit Kashgar Ancient City, Id Kah Mosque, and experience the rich Silk Road culture.
D14:Korla and Bosten Lake
Head to Korla, visit Bosten Lake, and experience the tranquility and beauty of the “Western Sea”.
D15:Flaming Turpan
Visit classic attractions like Grape Valley, Karez Well, and Flaming Mountain, experiencing the passion of the “Fire Land”.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticketing Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚄 What is the Panda Special Train · Chengdu?D16:Full of Memories, Return to Chengdu
The special train returns along the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Line, enjoying the northwest scenery along the way. Arrive at Chengdu Anjing Station, ending the unforgettable journey.
💰 2026 Latest Price Reference
The price of the “Panda Special Train · Chengdu” varies by room type, peak/off-peak season, and specific schedule. The following are public price ranges for 2026, provided for reference.
| Model/Series | Room Type/Seat | Reference Price/Person (Starting) |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Panda Special Train · Chengdu | Youranju (Comfortable Double) | About 65,999 RMB |
| | Shiyiju (Upgraded Double) | About 69,999 RMB |
| | Panda Yuefu (Luxury Double) | About 66,980 RMB |
| Panda Special Train · Anyi | Panda Guige (Quad) | About 16,980 – 17,980 RMB |
| | Panda Yashe (Quad) | About 27,980 – 29,980 RMB |
| | Panda Yaju (Quad) | About 28,980 – 29,980 RMB |
| | Panda Yuefu (Double) | About 66,980 RMB |
| Panda Special Train · Shifang | Youxiang Platinum (Quad) | About 8,480 – 9,280 RMB |
| | Zhenxiang Platinum (Quad) | About 15,780 – 16,780 RMB |
| | Zunxiang Purple Gold (Quad) | About 27,880 – 28,880 RMB |
📍 Positioning and Scale| | Zunxiang Purple Gold (Double) | About 36,880 RMB |
💡 Warm Tips
The above are public prices for 2026; actual prices may fluctuate due to holidays, specific schedules, etc.
Policies for children, single room supplements, etc., are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📞 How to Book and Inquire
Tickets for the “Panda Special Train” are not sold through 12306; they must be booked through partner travel agencies.
Booking Method
1. Phone Inquiry: Call 180-9596-9599, inform the customer service of your intended route (e.g., “Panda Special Train · Chengdu” Northern and Southern Xinjiang 16-day tour) and travel dates.
2. WeChat Inquiry: Add customer service WeChat 180-9596-9599 to get detailed itineraries, quotes, and contracts.
3. Sign and Pay: After confirming the itinerary, sign a formal travel contract with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and pay a deposit or full amount.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Follow the contract guidelines to prepare valid documents and gather at the notified time and place.
📌 Important Notes
Specific assembly station, hotel standards, whether intercity transportation is included, etc., are all subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
It is recommended to inquire early, as seats for popular schedules are limited.
📋 Cost and Service Description
The following is a general description of cost composition and service content; specific details are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
As the first panda-themed quality tourist train in Southwest China, it focuses on “in-depth travel + scene experience”. The entire train has 18 carriages, 12 of which are compartment rooms, totaling about 54 rooms, with a certified capacity of 108 passengers and a maximum capacity of 132, ensuring a quiet and private journey. Costs typically include
Special Train Seat:Bed fee for Chengdu room type.
Ground Transportation:Tour bus fees between cities within the itinerary.
Hotel Accommodation:Standard room accommodation as listed in the itinerary.
Scenic Spot Tickets:First entrance tickets for listed attractions.
Partial Meals:Meals on the special train and some ground meals.
Guide Service:Full-tour guide commentary and “Panda Butler” service.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance.
Costs typically do not include
Intercity transportation costs (airfare/train tickets) to and from Chengdu.
Meals, optional activities, personal expenses, etc., not explicitly listed in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., weather, policies).
Service and
Butler Service:“Panda Butler” provides luggage assistance, information consultation, etc.
Safety:The special train is equipped with security personnel, basic medicines are available on board, and emergency plans are in place.
Changes and Cancellations
In case of force majeure or changes by the railway authorities, the itinerary may be adjusted. The travel agency will handle it according to the Tourism Law and relevant agreements, subject to the contract.
For more travel information (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, Anyi, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream, Lindu, Yichun, Kunming, Starlight Lancang, Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan, Tianshan, Chief National Train, Cross-Province Special Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang, Dahezhinan, Baiyun, Silver Age Xinjiang Tour, Chao Age Xinjiang Tour Special Train, Sunshine, Shannan, Yangtze River Delta, Muztagh Ata) Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)

