2027 Chengdu Tourism Train Ticket Purchase and Passport Registration Process for Overseas Visitors
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 it does not open the 12306 ticket purchase channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by formal cooperative cultural tourism institutions. If you want to register 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 up, and check departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details in real time.
🚂 The 2027 Chengdu Panda Special Train schedule and ticket prices have been officially announced. Tourists planning to travel comfortably across northern and southern Xinjiang can learn about the relevant information in advance and plan their travel arrangements ahead of time.
🔹 Train Introduction
The “Panda Special Train · Chengdu” is a high-end customized cultural tourism special train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and CRRC Chengdu Company. It is positioned as a mobile luxury hotel suitable for long-distance cross-province tourism, focusing on slow travel along long routes in Xinjiang. The special train can directly reach multiple core scenic areas in northern and southern Xinjiang, reducing the fatigue of long-distance travel, and providing one-stop solutions for food, accommodation, transportation, and sightseeing. The train was first launched in 2025, and 2027 marks its third year of operation, with stable train conditions and well-maintained facilities. The entire train is designed around the theme of “Rhythm of Mountains and Rivers,” with a glazed blue exterior and golden lines outlining the landscape of Sichuan, complemented by the Chengdu Sun Bird pattern, giving it a strong Chinese-style identity. The interior design incorporates Tianfu cultural elements such as hibiscus, ginkgo, and bamboo, and displays nearly 60 intangible cultural heritage exhibits including Shu brocade, Shu embroidery, and bamboo weaving, allowing passengers to experience the distinctive cultural atmosphere during the journey. The train has a total of 18 carriages, including 12 private suite carriages, 2 multi-functional entertainment carriages, 2 themed dining carriages, 1 dormitory carriage, and 1 power generation carriage, with a total of 54 suites and a capacity of 108 seats. With a small passenger capacity, the travel experience is more comfortable.
🔹 Train Suite Introduction
The train currently offers two main types of suites to meet the needs of different travelers. The special train departs from Chengdu and stops at Lanzhou, where passengers can board at either Chengdu or Lanzhou:
✅ Youran Residence
Each suite covers an area of 8㎡, with 5 rooms per carriage. The entire train has 6 carriages of this type, all with twin beds, each measuring approximately 750mm*2000mm. The rooms are equipped with a bathroom, refrigerator, dedicated clothes hanging area, high-quality toiletries, smart home system (smart voice call system), and age-friendly handrails, suitable for two people traveling together.
✅ Shiyi Residence
Each suite covers an area of 10㎡. The entire train has 5 carriages with twin-bed rooms and 1 carriage with king-bed rooms. The twin beds measure approximately 750mm*2000mm, and the king bed measures 1800mm*1930mm. The suite also features a single sofa that can be extended into a single bed, with an expanded size of approximately 700mm*1750mm, accommodating family travel and extra bed needs. The rooms are equipped with a separated wet-dry bathroom, smart toilet, refrigerator, smart home system (smart voice call system), and some rooms feature panoramic bay windows and small tea tables for a better viewing experience.
🚂 The 2027 Chengdu Panda Special Train schedule and ticket prices have been officially announced. Tourists planning to travel comfortably across northern and southern Xinjiang can learn about the relevant information in advance and plan their travel arrangements ahead of time.🔹 Simple Itinerary and 2027 Specific Departure Dates
The fixed departure dates for the 2027 Chengdu Panda Special Train are June 4, June 21, July 8, July 25, August 11, August 28, and September 14. The specific itinerary is as follows:
D1:Chengdu – Lanzhou – Turpan
On-board activities today:[Sichuan Opera Face Changing] [Panda Blessing] [Lantern Riddle Quiz]
D2:Panda Special Train · Chengdu Sightseeing Experience
On-board activities today:[Sichuan Mahjong First Experience] [Werewolf] [Chinese Chess/Gomoku]
D3:Turpan – Karez – Flaming Mountains – Kashgar
D4:Arrive in Kashgar – Attend local welcome banquet
D5:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Baisha Mountain – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
🔹 Train IntroductionD6:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Gaotai Folk Houses – Kuqa
D7:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Kuqa Da Nang City – Yining
D8:Yining – Sayram Lake
D9:Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining – Beitun
D10:Beitun – Hemu
D11:Hemu – Kanas
D12:Kanas – Guanyu Terrace – Burqin
D13:Burqin – Rainbow Beach – Urumqi
D14:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi
The “Panda Special Train · Chengdu” is a high-end customized cultural tourism special train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and CRRC Chengdu Company. It is positioned as a mobile luxury hotel suitable for long-distance cross-province tourism, focusing on slow travel along long routes in Xinjiang. The special train can directly reach multiple core scenic areas in northern and southern Xinjiang, reducing the fatigue of long-distance travel, and providing one-stop solutions for food, accommodation, transportation, and sightseeing. The train was first launched in 2025, and 2027 marks its third year of operation, with stable train conditions and well-maintained facilities. The entire train is designed around the theme of “Rhythm of Mountains and Rivers,” with a glazed blue exterior and golden lines outlining the landscape of Sichuan, complemented by the Chengdu Sun Bird pattern, giving it a strong Chinese-style identity. The interior design incorporates Tianfu cultural elements such as hibiscus, ginkgo, and bamboo, and displays nearly 60 intangible cultural heritage exhibits including Shu brocade, Shu embroidery, and bamboo weaving, allowing passengers to experience the distinctive cultural atmosphere during the journey. The train has a total of 18 carriages, including 12 private suite carriages, 2 multi-functional entertainment carriages, 2 themed dining carriages, 1 dormitory carriage, and 1 power generation carriage, with a total of 54 suites and a capacity of 108 seats. With a small passenger capacity, the travel experience is more comfortable.D15:Urumqi – Lanzhou – Chengdu
On-board activities:[Card Game Masters] [Werewolf]
D16:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu
The daily sightseeing time throughout the entire itinerary is basically controlled within 6 hours, with no high-intensity hiking sections arranged. Most long-distance transportation is scheduled during nighttime train travel, allowing passengers to rest in stable suites with sufficient daily rest time and no rushing. The itinerary can be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
🔹 Price Information
The 2027 Chengdu Panda Special Train prices are divided into two periods. The following prices are for reference only. Prices and remaining seats are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure schedules. The contract signed by both parties shall prevail:
2027 Duku Highway Schedule (June – Mid-August):
June 4 – June 19, 2027
Youran Residence:69,999 RMB/person
🔹 Train Suite IntroductionShiyi Residence:70,999 RMB/person
June 21 – July 6, 2027
Youran Residence:69,999 RMB/person
Shiyi Residence:70,999 RMB/person
July 8 – July 23, 2027
Youran Residence:69,999 RMB/person
Shiyi Residence:70,999 RMB/person
July 25 – August 9, 2027
Youran Residence:69,999 RMB/person
Shiyi Residence:70,999 RMB/person
The train currently offers two main types of suites to meet the needs of different travelers. The special train departs from Chengdu and stops at Lanzhou, where passengers can board at either Chengdu or Lanzhou:August 11 – August 26, 2027
Youran Residence:69,999 RMB/person
Shiyi Residence:70,999 RMB/person
2027 Autumn Charm Schedule (Late August – September):
August 28 – September 12, 2027
Youran Residence:70,999 RMB/person
Shiyi Residence:74,999 RMB/person
September 14 – September 29, 2027
Youran Residence:70,999 RMB/person
✅ Youran ResidenceShiyi Residence:74,999 RMB/person
🔹 Booking Process
Tourists who wish to book this special train can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The specific booking process is as follows:
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, suite types, and remaining seat availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the desired seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the suite class and receive a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, carefully verifying details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification terms. All cancellation and modification rules are subject to relevant tourism law regulations.
5. Settle the balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
For related address information, please consult Yang Jia, customer service representative of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Each suite covers an area of 8㎡, with 5 rooms per carriage. The entire train has 6 carriages of this type, all with twin beds, each measuring approximately 750mm*2000mm. The rooms are equipped with a bathroom, refrigerator, dedicated clothes hanging area, high-quality toiletries, smart home system (smart voice call system), and age-friendly handrails, suitable for two people traveling together.🔹 Train Reception Standards
Included items:
All meals indicated in the itinerary, with main meals served as ten people per table with eight dishes and one soup. Meal standards vary between 25-30 RMB per main meal on different sections, with upgraded Xinjiang specialty meals including Xinjiang Dapanji (big plate chicken), Burqin cold-water fish feast, Jiuwan Sanxingzi, Kashgar pigeon soup noodles, baked buns, and hand-pulled rice. Daily meals balance Xinjiang local flavors with lighter tastes, and vegetarian travelers can notify in advance for customized meals.
Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary, including corresponding suite accommodation on the special train and comfortable hotel accommodation on land sections.
Air-conditioned bus transfer services on land sections, so transportation between scenic areas does not need to be arranged by travelers themselves.
Tour group staff services and basic emergency medical support.
Excluded items:
Secondary consumption items within scenic areas such as shuttle buses and electric carts, as well as other personal expenses.
For solo travelers, the agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
✅ Shiyi ResidenceTravel accident insurance, which travelers are advised to purchase on their own.
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🔹 Special Train Reception Features
For accommodation, comfortable hotels with complete facilities are arranged on land sections, which are clean and tidy and effectively relieve travel fatigue. The special train suites have spacious berths and smooth travel, ensuring good sleep quality. For dining, in addition to regular meals, a variety of Xinjiang local specialty dishes are arranged, allowing travelers to enjoy authentic flavors without having to find restaurants on their own. Meal tastes can also be adjusted according to needs to suit different dietary habits. The itinerary has a relaxed pace with ample sightseeing time reserved for each scenic spot, with no rushing. Portable oxygen bottles are prepared in advance for high-altitude areas, and the steward reminds travelers of daily itinerary precautions in advance.
🔹 Advantages of Special Train Travel
Compared with ordinary tourist special trains, the Chengdu Panda Special Train has prominent advantages: First, the itinerary pace is slow without rushing, with daily sightseeing time basically controlled within 6 hours and no high-intensity hiking sections, making it less physically demanding. Second, the meal configuration is flexible, offering lighter flavor options and reducing heavy oil and spicy dishes, which is considerate of travelers with sensitive stomachs. Third, certified doctors accompany the group throughout the journey, providing comprehensive basic medical services. Fellow travelers are mostly long-distance travel enthusiasts, creating a harmonious travel atmosphere. Throughout the journey, there is no need to transfer to other public transportation, and luggage can remain in the train suite at all times without repeated handling, making long-distance travel worry-free with more humanized service.
🔹 Suitable Travelers
This special train is suitable for retired seniors, travelers who cannot sit in cars for long periods, families seeking comfortable experiences, and long-distance travel enthusiasts who do not want to plan itineraries and prefer a worry-free trip. For those traveling with friends or family, choosing adjacent suites can also provide a better travel experience.
🔹 Reasons for the Special Train’s Popularity
Since the Panda Special Train · Chengdu began operation, it has been a popular choice for long-distance travel in Northwest China. On one hand, the train is relatively new with complete facilities, and the private suites, smart amenities, and public leisure areas provide a better travel experience than ordinary special trains. The intangible cultural heritage exhibits displayed in the train also add interest to the journey. On the other hand, the itinerary connects multiple popular scenic spots in northern and southern Xinjiang, covering core destinations such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi, without requiring travelers to plan their own transportation and accommodation, saving effort and worry. The relaxed itinerary pace without time pressure meets many travelers’ needs for slow travel. Combined with attentive service and adaptable meal options, the train has received generally positive reviews from travelers.
All content is provided for reference only and does not constitute an offer or commitment. Specific details such as itinerary, price, and services are subject to the formal contract signed by both parties. For any other questions, please consult Yang Jia, customer service representative of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
How to register for the Chengdu Special Train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist special train booking services, covering luxury special trains including Jinfu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. For those who want to travel in luxury and experience premium special train journeys, please contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service representative of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle seat selection and reservation, sign up, and check special train schedules, berth availability, and travel itineraries in real time.
