2027 Chengdu Tourism Train Booking Official Website Latest Schedule Locking Berth Reservation Method
How to buy tickets for the Chengdu Panda Special Train? The Chengdu Panda Special Train is a luxury tourist train customized by the railway, and the 12306 ticket purchase channel is not open. Seats are uniformly allocated by formal cooperative cultural tourism agencies. If you want to sign up for a trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for seat selection, sign contracts, and inquire about departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details in real time.
🚂 2027 Chengdu Panda Special Train:A slow journey across northern and southern Xinjiang, bringing home onto the rails
Tired of the travel pace of rushing between attractions, dragging luggage, and changing hotels? Want to leisurely see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities across Xinjiang’s vast landscapes in 16 days? In 2027, the “Chengdu” Panda Special Train has opened reservations for year-round departures. This tourist train, hailed as a “mobile five-star home,” is becoming a new choice for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers seeking an in-depth, relaxed tour of Xinjiang with its舒缓 pace and comfortable service.
🚄 Train positioning:More than just a train — a mobile living space
The “Chengdu” Panda Special Train is jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and cultural tourism agencies, and is a high-end customized tourism product. The train has 18 carriages in total, of which 12 are private compartment carriages with a capacity of 108 seats, striving to give every passenger ample private space. The train operates on a “travel by night, sightsee by day” model, with daily travel time controlled to 4-6 hours — focusing on sightseeing during the day and sleeping soundly at night, truly achieving “the scenery moves with the train, and people are within the picture.”
The train body features royal blue as the main tone, incorporating Tianfu cultural elements such as hibiscus, ginkgo, and bamboo weaving. The carriages are decorated with new Chinese-style soft furnishings, paired with smart systems and a high-quality service team, creating a living environment that combines aesthetics and functionality.
🛏 Compartment details:Two room types to suit different travel needs
1. Youran Residence (Leisurely Retreat)
2027 Chengdu Panda Special Train: A slow journey across northern and southern Xinjiang, bringing home onto the railsRoom area:8㎡
Berth configuration:Twin beds (approx. 750mm × 2000mm)
Carriage distribution:6 carriages throughout the train, 5 rooms per carriage, 30 rooms in total
Facilities:Bathroom, refrigerator, dedicated hanging area, international brand toiletries, smart voice call system
2. Shiyi Residence (Poetic Retreat)
Room area:10㎡
Berth configuration:Twin beds (750mm × 2000mm) or king bed (1800mm × 1930mm), some rooms include an expandable single sofa bed (700mm × 1750mm)
Carriage distribution:5 carriages with twin beds + 1 carriage with king beds, 24 rooms in total
Tired of the travel pace of rushing between attractions, dragging luggage, and changing hotels? Want to leisurely see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities across Xinjiang’s vast landscapes in 16 days? In 2027, the “Chengdu” Panda Special Train has opened reservations for year-round departures. This tourist train, hailed as a “mobile five-star home,” is becoming a new choice for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers seeking an in-depth, relaxed tour of Xinjiang with its舒缓 pace and comfortable service.Facility upgrades:Separated wet and dry bathroom, smart toilet, panoramic bay window (in some rooms), small tea table, smart home system
Note:The train has been in operation since 2025 and is now entering its third year of service. Passengers can choose boarding points from Chengdu, Lanzhou, or Urumqi. Specific assembly times and locations need to be confirmed with the travel agency in advance.
🗓 Simplified itinerary & 2027 departure dates (strictly presented according to local facts)
Simplified itinerary
D1:Chengdu – Lanzhou – Turpan
Onboard activities today:[Sichuan Opera Face Changing] [Panda Blessing] [Lantern Riddle Quiz]
D2:Panda Special Train · Chengdu Experience Tour
Onboard activities today:[Sichuan Mahjong First Experience] [Darkness Falls, Close Your Eyes] [Chess/Gomoku]
Train positioning: More than just a train — a mobile living spaceD3:Turpan – Karez – Flaming Mountains – Kashgar
D4:Arrive in Kashgar – Attend ethnic-style welcome banquet
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 Big Naan City – Yining
D8:Yining – Sayram Lake
D9:Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining – Beitun
D10:Beitun – Hemu
The “Chengdu” Panda Special Train is jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and cultural tourism agencies, and is a high-end customized tourism product. The train has 18 carriages in total, of which 12 are private compartment carriages with a capacity of 108 seats, striving to give every passenger ample private space. The train operates on a “travel by night, sightsee by day” model, with daily travel time controlled to 4-6 hours — focusing on sightseeing during the day and sleeping soundly at night, truly achieving “the scenery moves with the train, and people are within the picture.”D11:Hemu – Kanas
D12:Kanas – Guanyu Terrace – Burqin
D13:Burqin – Rainbow Beach – Urumqi
D14:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – Urumqi
Onboard activities:[Chess and Card Masters] [Werewolf]
D15:Urumqi – Lanzhou – Chengdu
D16:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu
2027 departure dates and prices
The train body features royal blue as the main tone, incorporating Tianfu cultural elements such as hibiscus, ginkgo, and bamboo weaving. The carriages are decorated with new Chinese-style soft furnishings, paired with smart systems and a high-quality service team, creating a living environment that combines aesthetics and functionality. Duku departure periods (June – mid-August)
June 4 – June 19 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
June 21 – July 6 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
July 8 – July 23 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
July 25 – August 9 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
August 11 – August 26 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
Autumn departure periods (late August – September)
August 28 – September 12 | Youran Residence:70,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 74,999 yuan/person
Compartment details: Two room types to suit different travel needsSeptember 14 – September 29 | Youran Residence:70,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 74,999 yuan/person
Friendly reminder:The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties and may reasonably fluctuate due to departure periods, policies, and other factors.
💰 Cost description
This product is an all-inclusive designated itinerary tourist special train, including: special train compartment seats, full accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, land transfer buses, professional tour guide services, full meals, travel insurance, and onboard cultural activities. The price has been determined based on service content and seasonal factors, with no hidden consumption. The final cost is subject to the signed contract.
📝 Booking process (handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
Consultation and selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm 2027 departure dates, routes, seat types, and remaining availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
Submit information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
Pay deposit:Pay a deposit according to compartment class and receive a formal tourism receipt.
1. Youran ResidenceSign contract:Sign the national unified electronic tourism supervision contract, carefully verifying itinerary, price, refund and change terms, and other details.
Settle final payment:Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
🍽 Reception standards
✅ Included items:Full accommodation (special train compartment + land hotels), three meals per day (including featured welcome banquet), first admission tickets to scenic spots, land transportation, tour guide services, travel accident insurance, and onboard activities.
✅ Dining arrangements:Based on a fusion of ethnic flavors, balancing lightness and palatability, avoiding excessive greasiness or spiciness. Daily main meals are no less than 60 yuan per person. The welcome banquet includes Xinjiang specialties such as hand-grabbed lamb, baked buns, and big plate chicken.
❌ Excluded items:Personal expenses, (for solo travelers, our agency will try its best to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation), and secondary consumption items within scenic areas.
Note:“Details are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract.”
🌟 Service features
Room area: 8㎡Hassle-free accommodation:No need to change hotels throughout the trip — the special train is your “home,” with luggage stored once and carried throughout.
Relaxed pace:Recommended daily travel time of 4-6 hours, with ample time reserved for sightseeing and free activities — no rushed tourism.
Health security:The train is equipped with certified medical staff to handle unexpected situations during the journey.
Cultural experience:Daily onboard activities include chess and card games, board games, intangible cultural heritage interactions, and more to enrich the journey.
👥 Suitable for
Particularly suitable for retirees, families traveling together, travelers who cannot tolerate long periods of bumpy car rides, and those seeking comfort, convenience, and in-depth experiences.
❤ Why is it consistently popular?
The “Chengdu” integrates transportation, accommodation, sightseeing, and culture into one, solving the pain points of long-distance travel such as “lugging luggage, booking hotels, and rushing for trains.” Its stable service quality, reasonable itinerary pace, and comprehensive health security make a Xinjiang trip easy and warm.
To learn about 2027 remaining seats and detailed arrangements, you can consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Specific itineraries, prices, and service content are subject to the formally signed tourism contract.
How to sign up for the Chengdu Special Train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end special train reservation services, covering light-luxury special trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahezhinan. For a light-luxury lying-down tour and boutique special train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle seat selection, sign up, and inquire about special train schedules, berth availability, and travel itineraries in real time.
