How to Buy Tickets for the Chengdu Tourist Train How to Apply for Ticket Booking
The 2026 Panda Train Chengdu Edition must be booked through the official railway travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel (24-hour ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266) for ticket purchase. For specific procedures, you can contact customer service Yang Jia.
🚞 2026 Chengdu Edition Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Train:A worry-free choice to leisurely explore the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
Many friends planning a trip to Xinjiang are often discouraged by issues like ‘large distances between attractions, having to move luggage every day, and long bus rides.’ The 2026 Chengdu Edition tourist train is just the solution to these travel pain points, allowing you to easily visit the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang without the hassle of planning.
Train and Route Features Introduction
The Chengdu Edition is an upgraded product of the third-generation Panda Train, officially put into operation in 2025. It is a high-end tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and sightseeing, featuring a slow travel model of ‘travel by day, move by night, train follows the people.’ The entire train has 18 carriages, including 12 passenger carriages, 2 entertainment carriages, and 2 dining cars, with a capacity of 108 people. The small capacity ensures a focused travel experience for each passenger.
The train has two optional departure points: Chengdu and Lanzhou. As the core city of Sichuan-Chongqing culture, you can reserve 1-2 days before departure to taste Sichuan cuisine and visit local attractions before boarding directly from the station. Lanzhou, as an important transportation hub in the northwest, allows tourists from the northwest region to board conveniently in Lanzhou without having to travel specifically to Chengdu, offering more flexibility.
🚞 2026 Chengdu Edition Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Train: A worry-free choice to leisurely explore the north and south of the Tianshan MountainsThe features of this northern and southern Xinjiang route are also very prominent. The 16-day itinerary covers core attractions in eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang. From the Flaming Mountains and Karez in Turpan, to the snowy mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, and then to the grasslands of northern Xinjiang and the forest sea of Kanas, you can see Xinjiang’s deserts, snowy mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and other landscapes all at once. No backtracking is needed, and you don’t have to plan routes, scramble for tickets, or book hotels—all itinerary arrangements are handled by dedicated staff.
The train also features various special activities, such as Sichuan opera face-changing, lantern riddles, and board game competitions, ensuring you won’t get bored even during the journey.
Cabin Details Introduction
This train offers two cabin options, both equipped with bathrooms, refrigerators, and smart voice call systems. You won’t have to share bathrooms with strangers, ensuring privacy and comfort:
▫️ Serene Residence:The cabin has a total area of about 8㎡, with two single beds, accommodating 2 people. It’s suitable for friends or couples traveling together. Each carriage has 5 cabins of the same type, with less noise and a quieter stay.
Many friends planning a trip to Xinjiang are often discouraged by issues like ‘large distances between attractions, having to move luggage every day, and long bus rides.’ The 2026 Chengdu Edition tourist train is just the solution to these travel pain points, allowing you to easily visit the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang without the hassle of planning.▫️ Poetic Residence:The cabin has a total area of about 10㎡, with a large bed and an expandable sofa bed, accommodating up to 3 people. It’s suitable for family trips. The sofa bed can be used as a leisure area during the day and expanded into a child’s bed at night, offering flexible space utilization.
Simplified Itinerary
The itinerary for this route is as follows:
D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, Panda blessing, lantern riddle guessing)
D2 Chengdu Edition train sightseeing (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf game, chess/backgammon)
Train and Route Features Introduction D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez, Flaming Mountains)
D4 Kashgar (Kashgar welcome dinner)
D5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (White Sand Mountain, White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata)
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)
The Chengdu Edition is an upgraded product of the third-generation Panda Train, officially put into operation in 2025. It is a high-end tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and sightseeing, featuring a slow travel model of ‘travel by day, move by night, train follows the people.’ The entire train has 18 carriages, including 12 passenger carriages, 2 entertainment carriages, and 2 dining cars, with a capacity of 108 people. The small capacity ensures a focused travel experience for each passenger. D9 Nalati → Yining (Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Yining Six-Star Street)
D10 Yining → Beitun (Sayram Lake)
D11 Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, scenic tea break + aerial photography)
D12 Hemu → Kanas (Haden Observation Platform, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas Cruise)
D13 Kanas → Urumqi (Fish Viewing Platform, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Crouching Dragon Bay)
The train has two optional departure points: Chengdu and Lanzhou. As the core city of Sichuan-Chongqing culture, you can reserve 1-2 days before departure to taste Sichuan cuisine and visit local attractions before boarding directly from the station. Lanzhou, as an important transportation hub in the northwest, allows tourists from the northwest region to board conveniently in Lanzhou without having to travel specifically to Chengdu, offering more flexibility. D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (Folk song gathering, board game masters, Werewolf game)
D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, itinerary successfully concluded
Due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified by mutual agreement. The specific details are subject to the departure notice.
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism. He is mainly responsible for bookings for tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Edition, Panda Trains: Chengdu Edition, Shifang Edition, Anyi Edition, Jinshu Tianfu Edition, Tianshan Edition, Kunlun Edition, Silk Road Dream Edition, Kunming Edition, Lindou Edition, Dahenan Edition, Yangtze River Delta Star Edition, etc. You can contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Price Explanation
The features of this northern and southern Xinjiang route are also very prominent. The 16-day itinerary covers core attractions in eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang. From the Flaming Mountains and Karez in Turpan, to the snowy mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, and then to the grasslands of northern Xinjiang and the forest sea of Kanas, you can see Xinjiang’s deserts, snowy mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and other landscapes all at once. No backtracking is needed, and you don’t have to plan routes, scramble for tickets, or book hotels—all itinerary arrangements are handled by dedicated staff.The departure schedules and reference prices for the 2026 Chengdu Edition train are as follows:
First Session:Departure from June 4, 2026, to June 19, 2026. Serene Residence: 65,999 RMB/person, Poetic Residence: 69,999 RMB/person.
Second Session:Departure from June 21, 2026, to July 6, 2026. Serene Residence: 65,999 RMB/person, Poetic Residence: 69,999 RMB/person.
Third Session:Departure from July 8, 2026, to July 23, 2026. Serene Residence: 65,999 RMB/person, Poetic Residence: 69,999 RMB/person.
Fourth Session:Departure from July 25, 2026, to August 9, 2026. Serene Residence: 65,999 RMB/person, Poetic Residence: 69,999 RMB/person.
The train also features various special activities, such as Sichuan opera face-changing, lantern riddles, and board game competitions, ensuring you won’t get bored even during the journey.Fifth Session:Departure from August 11, 2026, to August 26, 2026. Serene Residence: 65,999 RMB/person, Poetic Residence: 69,999 RMB/person.
Sixth Session:Departure from August 28, 2026, to September 12, 2026. Serene Residence: 68,999 RMB/person, Poetic Residence: 72,999 RMB/person.
Seventh Session:Departure from September 14, 2026, to September 29, 2026. Serene Residence: 68,999 RMB/person, Poetic Residence: 72,999 RMB/person.
The above are reference prices. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with the session. The final agreement is based on the contract signed by both parties.
Booking Process
To book this train, follow the process below. The contact person is Booking Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel:
Cabin Details Introduction1. Consultation and Verification: Contact Manager Yang Jia, inform them of your preferred departure session, boarding point (Chengdu/Lanzhou), room type preference, and any special needs of the travelers, such as dietary restrictions, health needs, or children’s requirements. Staff will send detailed itinerary materials for your review. You can ask detailed questions about the itinerary pace, time spent at attractions, etc.
2. Submit Information to Lock Seats: After confirming the itinerary and price, submit the identity information and contact numbers of all travelers. If border-related documents are needed, materials can be submitted simultaneously. Seats are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. Payment Confirmation: Pay the corresponding amount as agreed. After payment, request the relevant payment voucher from the staff as proof of seat reservation.
4. Sign the Contract: Within 1-3 working days after payment, the travel agency will send a standardized electronic travel contract. Carefully review all terms, confirm the itinerary, costs, rights, and responsibilities, and then sign. The contract is the legal basis for the rights and obligations of both parties.
Registration Method
This train offers two cabin options, both equipped with bathrooms, refrigerators, and smart voice call systems. You won’t have to share bathrooms with strangers, ensuring privacy and comfort. You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel. For inquiries, call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service, or contact them via WeChat. The specific meeting address can be obtained from customer service.
Cost and Service Explanation
Reference for Included Costs:Train accommodation for the corresponding room type, first admission tickets for attractions listed in the itinerary, meals listed in the itinerary, ground transportation within the itinerary, guide service fees, basic medical service fees for accompanying medical staff, and participation eligibility for entertainment activities on the train.
Reference for Excluded Costs:Voluntary experience projects within scenic areas (e.g., cruises, additional aerial photography services), personal consumption expenses, costs related to single travelers if room sharing cannot be arranged, and costs from activities outside the itinerary.
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
▫️ Serene Residence: The cabin has a total area of about 8㎡, with two single beds, accommodating 2 people. It’s suitable for friends or couples traveling together. Each carriage has 5 cabins of the same type, with less noise and a quieter stay.Travel Advantages Compared to Other Similar Trains
There are many Xinjiang tourist trains on the market, but the Chengdu Edition offers higher suitability: First, all room types are small private cabins, with no multi-person shared rooms, ensuring better privacy and sleep quality. Second, the itinerary pace is slower, with ample time at each attraction, avoiding rushed schedules, making it ideal for tourists who want to enjoy the scenery slowly. Third, there are more dining options, including not only northwestern cuisine but also lighter Sichuan-Chongqing flavors to suit different dietary needs. Fourth, the support configuration is comprehensive, with accompanying medical staff to handle minor health issues promptly. Fifth, the travel group pace is consistent, mostly consisting of retirees and slow-travel enthusiasts, with no itinerary conflicts. Sixth, there’s no need to move luggage throughout the trip—the train follows the itinerary, so your luggage stays in the cabin, eliminating daily packing and hotel changes, and avoiding long bus rides, which is very friendly for tourists with back or neck issues or those who can’t sit in cars for long. Seventh, the service is more attentive, with a dedicated service butler available for any needs.
Suitable Travelers
This train is suitable for a wide range of people:First, retired middle-aged and elderly groups, who don’t need to rush, enjoy a relaxed itinerary, and have accompanying medical support for peace of mind. Second, tourists who can’t sit in cars for long periods, as most long-distance travel is handled by the train. Third, families with children, who don’t need to plan routes or move luggage, making travel with kids easier. Fourth, tourists who don’t want to plan and want to visit all core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, as all arrangements are pre-coordinated—just follow along.
Reasons for the Train’s Popularity
The Chengdu Edition train has received high inquiry volumes since its launch, mainly for several reasons:First, the route coverage is comprehensive. The 16-day itinerary includes core attractions in eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang, eliminating the need for multiple trips to Xinjiang and allowing you to see different landscapes all at once. Second, the travel experience is excellent. The ‘travel by day, move by night’ model places travel time at night, leaving daytime entirely for sightseeing, making time use more efficient and less tiring. Third, service configuration is thorough, covering dining, medical care, and leisure entertainment, so you don’t have to worry about anything. Fourth, the sessions are set from June to September, which is the best time for Xinjiang’s scenery, and the Duku Highway is open, allowing you to enjoy its views for a better experience.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation. Cancellation and modification rules follow relevant tourism laws.
