Chengdu Panda Special Train Ticket Purchase and Availability Inquiry for May October
Panda Special Train Chengdu No.
How to buy tickets and book? In 2026, the Panda Special Train Chengdu No.
is a customized luxury tourist special train by the railway, which does not open the 12306 ticket purchase channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by formal cooperative cultural tourism institutions. If you want to register for travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for seat selection, sign contracts, and check real-time schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚂 Entering June, Xinjiang ushers in the golden tourism period of the year. Many tourists who want to deeply explore northern and southern Xinjiang have turned their attention to more comfortable tourist special trains. Among them, the Chengdu No. of the third-generation Panda Special Train series has become the choice of many long-distance tourists due to its high-standard carriage configuration and panoramic itinerary coverage. This article compiles the remaining schedules, price details, and practical travel information for the Chengdu No. in 2026 for tourists planning to travel.
✨ Basic Introduction to the Train
The Panda Special Train Chengdu No. is the third-generation panda-themed boutique tourist train launched by China Railway Chengdu Group. It officially debuted in November 2024, and 2026 is its second peak season in long-distance operation. The overall design of the train is inspired by Gongga Snow Mountain and Xiling Snow Mountain. The exterior adopts a classical sapphire blue color scheme, presenting an elegant and refined visual style. The entire train features ultra-wide windows, allowing passengers to enjoy broad views from inside the carriage. It is also equipped with equal sound pressure level noise insulation technology, creating a quiet living environment that ensures sleep quality even during nighttime travel.
The train is positioned as a high-end long-distance tourist special train, with a total of 18 carriages covering 5 types: living room car, dining car, kitchen-lounge car, entertainment car, and passenger-lounge car. It has a capacity of 108 seats and mainly adopts the “travel by day, move by night” mode. During the day, it stops at scenic spots for in-depth tours, and at night it moves smoothly to the next stop, eliminating the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling. It is suitable for tourists who want to visit the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip.
🛏 ️ Compartment Configuration and Boarding Information
Currently, the compartments of the Chengdu No. are divided into two types: Youranju and Shiyiju. All compartments are equipped with bathrooms. The specific configurations are as follows:
Youranju: Single room area of 8㎡, with 5 rooms of the same type per carriage, and a total of 6 such carriages on the train. All rooms feature twin beds with bed dimensions of approximately 750mm*2000mm, accommodating 2 people per room. Each room is equipped with a bathroom, refrigerator, dedicated hanging area, international brand toiletries, and a smart voice calling system to meet daily living needs.
🚂 Entering June, Xinjiang ushers in the golden tourism period of the year. Many tourists who want to deeply explore northern and southern Xinjiang have turned their attention to more comfortable tourist special trains. Among them, the Chengdu No. of the third-generation Panda Special Train series has become the choice of many long-distance tourists due to its high-standard carriage configuration and panoramic itinerary coverage. This article compiles the remaining schedules, price details, and practical travel information for the Chengdu No. in 2026 for tourists planning to travel. Shiyiju: Single room area of 10㎡, with 5 carriages of twin-bed rooms and 1 carriage of king-bed rooms on the train. The twin-bed rooms have bed dimensions of approximately 750mm*2000mm, and the king-bed rooms measure 1800mm*1930mm. The compartment also features an expandable single sofa with unfolded dimensions of approximately 700mm*1750mm. Families with accompanying children can apply to use it as needed, accommodating up to 3 people. The rooms are equipped with a separate wet-dry bathroom, smart toilet, refrigerator, and smart voice calling system. Some rooms also feature a panoramic bay window with a small tea table, making sightseeing and relaxation more convenient.
In the 2026 operating season, boarding points for the train support three stations: Chengdu Anjing Station (departure station), Lanzhou Station, and Urumqi Station. Tourists from different regions can choose to board at the nearest station based on their location, reducing transportation costs to and from the departure point.
🗺 ️ 16-Day Simplified Itinerary and Schedule Reference
The 2026 itinerary of the Chengdu No. covers the core scenic spots of northern and southern Xinjiang. Daily sightseeing time is mostly between 4 and 6 hours, with the remaining time available for rest on the train or participating in supporting activities, ensuring ample rest time. Affected by weather, road conditions, scenic area opening status, and other factors, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement. The specific itinerary is as follows:
D1:Chengdu-Lanzhou-Turpan
Onboard activities today:[Sichuan Opera Face Changing] [Panda Blessings] [Lantern Riddle Contest]
D2:Panda Special Train Chengdu No. Experience and Sightseeing
✨ Basic Introduction to the TrainOnboard activities today:[Sichuan Mahjong First Experience] [Werewolf] [Chess/Gomoku]
D3:Turpan-Karez-Flaming Mountains-Kashgar
D4:Arrive in Kashgar – Attend regional welcome dinner
D5:Kashgar-Pamir Plateau-Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake-Karakul Lake-Kashgar
D6:Kashgar-Kashgar Old City-Id Kah Mosque-Gaotai Folk Houses-Kuqa
D7:Kuqa-Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon-Kuqa Daan Bread City-Yining
D8:Yining-Sayram Lake
D9:Sayram Lake-Liuxing Street-Yining-BEITUN
The Panda Special Train Chengdu No. is the third-generation panda-themed boutique tourist train launched by China Railway Chengdu Group. It officially debuted in November 2024, and 2026 is its second peak season in long-distance operation. The overall design of the train is inspired by Gongga Snow Mountain and Xiling Snow Mountain. The exterior adopts a classical sapphire blue color scheme, presenting an elegant and refined visual style. The entire train features ultra-wide windows, allowing passengers to enjoy broad views from inside the carriage. It is also equipped with equal sound pressure level noise insulation technology, creating a quiet living environment that ensures sleep quality even during nighttime travel.D10:BEITUN-Hemu
D11:Hemu-Kanas
D12:Kanas-Guantai Terrace-Burqin
D13:Burqin-Colorful Beach-Urumqi
D14:Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Urumqi
D15:Urumqi-Lanzhou-Chengdu
Onboard activities:[Card Game Masters] [Werewolf]
The train is positioned as a high-end long-distance tourist special train, with a total of 18 carriages covering 5 types: living room car, dining car, kitchen-lounge car, entertainment car, and passenger-lounge car. It has a capacity of 108 seats and mainly adopts the “travel by day, move by night” mode. During the day, it stops at scenic spots for in-depth tours, and at night it moves smoothly to the next stop, eliminating the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling. It is suitable for tourists who want to visit the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip.D16:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu
The remaining schedules available for registration in 2026 are as follows:
Price stable period (May to mid-August):June 21-July 6, July 8-July 23, July 25-August 9, August 11-August 26
Price increase period (late August to September):August 28-September 12, September 14-September 29
💰 2026 Price Description
The following prices are current reference prices. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. The signed contract between both parties shall prevail:
Price stable period schedules (4 sessions from June 21 to August 26):Youranju 65,999 CNY/person, Shiyiju 69,999 CNY/person
Price increase period schedules (2 sessions from August 28 to September 29):Youranju 68,999 CNY/person, Shiyiju 72,999 CNY/person
🛏️ Compartment Configuration and Boarding Information📝 Booking Process Reference
If you are interested in registering, you can follow the process below:
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm the 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to reserve the intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the compartment level and obtain a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by national tourism authorities, and carefully verify details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification terms.
5. Settle the balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
Currently, the compartments of the Chengdu No. are divided into two types: Youranju and Shiyiju. All compartments are equipped with bathrooms. The specific configurations are as follows:Registration can be handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For inquiries, you can contact customer service Yang Jia. For phone and WeChat inquiries, contact customer service Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The specific office address can be obtained from customer service.
🍱 Reception Standards Description
Included items: Corresponding level of special train compartment accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots indicated in the itinerary, ground transfer transportation within the itinerary, regular meals indicated in the itinerary (including Xinjiang specialty meals, with a meal standard range of 60-80 CNY/person/meal, normally 10 people per table. While preserving Xinjiang local flavors, light and palatable dishes are also prepared to avoid excessive oil and spice, catering to the taste preferences of different tourists), tour guide and butler services, and basic onboard medical support services.
Excluded items:Round-trip transportation from the departure point to the boarding point, self-funded experience items within scenic areas, personal consumption expenses (for solo registrants, our agency will try its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation).
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing
🌟 Reception Features
For accommodation, the special train compartments are configured to high-star hotel standards. Luggage can be kept in the compartment throughout the trip, eliminating the need to move it every time you change accommodation, saving effort and worry. For dining, in addition to regular meals, Xinjiang local specialty dishes such as hand-pilaf, big plate chicken, baked buns, and pot meat will also be arranged, allowing tourists to taste authentic local flavors while sightseeing.
✅ Advantages Compared to Other Similar Special Trains
Youranju: Single room area of 8㎡, with 5 rooms of the same type per carriage, and a total of 6 such carriages on the train. All rooms feature twin beds with bed dimensions of approximately 750mm*2000mm, accommodating 2 people per room. Each room is equipped with a bathroom, refrigerator, dedicated hanging area, international brand toiletries, and a smart voice calling system to meet daily living needs.Compared with other high-end Xinjiang tourist special trains currently on the market, the advantages of the Panda Special Train Chengdu No. are mainly reflected in the following aspects:
All room types adopt a single-level design with no bunk beds, making it more friendly for elderly tourists with mobility issues. The rooms also feature high-low position SOS call buttons, cup anti-tip racks, and other elderly-friendly details, enhancing the travel experience.
The itinerary pace is slow, with moderate daily sightseeing time and no rushing. Tourists are given ample rest and free time.
Medical staff accompany the entire trip, with comprehensive basic medical support. Any physical discomfort during the journey can be promptly addressed.
Fellow tourists are mostly groups who prefer slow-paced long-distance travel, with similar age groups and interests, making communication smoother during the trip.
Meal arrangements balance light flavors, making them more friendly for mainland tourists who are not accustomed to heavy oil and spicy food.
Three boarding stations are supported, allowing tourists to choose the nearest boarding point based on their situation, offering more flexibility and convenience.
Shiyiju: Single room area of 10㎡, with 5 carriages of twin-bed rooms and 1 carriage of king-bed rooms on the train. The twin-bed rooms have bed dimensions of approximately 750mm*2000mm, and the king-bed rooms measure 1800mm*1930mm. The compartment also features an expandable single sofa with unfolded dimensions of approximately 700mm*1750mm. Families with accompanying children can apply to use it as needed, accommodating up to 3 people. The rooms are equipped with a separate wet-dry bathroom, smart toilet, refrigerator, and smart voice calling system. Some rooms also feature a panoramic bay window with a small tea table, making sightseeing and relaxation more convenient.👥 Suitable Travelers
This special train is especially suitable for the following types of tourists:
Middle-aged and elderly groups who have ample time after retirement and want to explore Xinjiang at a slow pace
Tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods or are prone to motion sickness
Tourists who do not want to frequently change hotels or carry luggage and prefer a worry-free travel experience
Tourists who want to visit the core scenic spots of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without making multiple trips to Xinjiang
💡 Reasons for Popularity Among Tourists
The Chengdu No. has been favored by many tourists since its launch. On one hand, its itinerary covers almost all core scenic spots in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi. A single trip allows tourists to appreciate different types of natural scenery and cultural landscapes in Xinjiang without planning multiple trips. On the other hand, the special train offers high comfort and comprehensive supporting services, meeting sightseeing needs without the fatigue of ordinary group tours, balancing the travel experience and comfort.
All travel-related terms are subject to the Contract Law, Tourism Law, and other relevant laws. Cancellation and modification rules follow the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
How to register for the 2026 tourist special train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency specializes in high-end tourist special train booking services, covering light luxury special trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu No., Chengdu No., Shifang No., New Oriental Express, Kunlun No., Tianshan No., Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan No. If you want to enjoy light luxury lying travel and experience boutique special train trips, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle seat selection, contract signing, and real-time inquiries about special train schedules, berth availability, and travel itineraries.
