2027 Panda Express Chengdu Train Presale Has Launched, How to Check Remaining Seats
How to buy tickets for the 2027 Chengdu号 tourist train? The Chengdu号 tourist train must be purchased through the railway’s professional and legitimate travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation hotline: 0991-8585456), Chengdu号 Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Presale for the 2027 Panda Special Train “Chengdu号” Southern and Northern Xinjiang Journey is now open. How can I check remaining seats?
As Xinjiang tourism continues to heat up, the Panda Special Train “Chengdu号,” known as a “moving scenic living room,” has once again become a focus for slow-travel enthusiasts. The 2027 itinerary has now launched presale. This 16-day rail journey spanning both Southern and Northern Xinjiang, with its unique rhythm of “traveling by night and touring by day, with the train moving as the scenery changes,” takes travelers deep into the heartland north and south of the Tianshan Mountains to experience a magnificent scroll woven together by deserts, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities.
🌄 Route highlights:View all four seasons of the Western Regions from one train
“Chengdu号” is not an ordinary train, but a high-end tourist special train that has undergone professional cultural-tourism renovation. The carriages feature scenic-view compartments, public leisure areas, cultural interaction corners, and chess and card spaces, equipped with bathrooms, intelligent temperature control systems, and minibars, with service standards comparable to high-star hotels. By day, the train stops at core scenic areas for in-depth touring; by night, guests sleep and travel aboard the smoothly running train, effectively reducing the fatigue of travel.
The itinerary covers Xinjiang’s diverse landforms:
The red rocks of the Flaming Mountains in Turpan and the thousand-year-old karez irrigation system;
The historical texture of Kashgar Old City and the High Platform Residences;
On the Pamir Plateau, Baisha Lake is like a mirror, and the snow crown of Muztagh Ata is reflected in Karakul Lake;
The southern to middle sections of the Duku Highway, connecting the Tianshan Grand Canyon, Bayanbulak Swan Lake, and the Nalati Sky Grassland;
🚂 Presale for the 2027 Panda Special Train “Chengdu号” Southern and Northern Xinjiang Journey is now open. How can I check remaining seats? The Tianshan flower seas of the Ili River Valley and the handmade atmosphere of Six Star Street;
Sayram Lake’s deep blue waters surrounded by snow-capped mountains;
Morning mist and cooking smoke in Hemu Village in Northern Xinjiang, and the layered autumn colors of the three bays of Kanas (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Wolong Bay);
The itinerary concludes with the picturesque scenery of Tianchi (Jade Lake) in the Tianshan Mountains.
Onboard activities are also rich and diverse: Sichuan opera face-changing, panda-themed interactions, lantern riddle contests, Sichuan mahjong, folk song gatherings, Werewolf, and more, making the journey not only about “seeing” but also about “participating.” It is especially suitable for families traveling together, silver-haired groups, or friends traveling together—travelers seeking both relaxation and cultural experience.
> ⚠️ Note:The specific opening status of attractions, road traffic conditions (such as whether the Duku Highway is open), weather impacts, etc., may change due to seasons and policies. The travel agency reserves the right to reasonably optimize the itinerary according to actual conditions after obtaining tourists’ consent.
📅 Simple itinerary (based on the local finalized original text)
D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, panda blessings, lantern riddle contest)
D2 Sightseeing aboard the Chengdu号 special train (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf, chess/Gomoku)
As Xinjiang tourism continues to heat up, the Panda Special Train “Chengdu号,” known as a “moving scenic living room,” has once again become a focus for slow-travel enthusiasts. The 2027 itinerary has now launched presale. This 16-day rail journey spanning both Southern and Northern Xinjiang, with its unique rhythm of “traveling by night and touring by day, with the train moving as the scenery changes,” takes travelers deep into the heartland north and south of the Tianshan Mountains to experience a magnificent scroll woven together by deserts, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities. D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez, Flaming Mountains)
D4 Kashgar (Kashgar welcome dinner)
D5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (Baisha Mountain and Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata)
D6 Kashgar → Kuqa (Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences)
D7 Kuqa → Bayanbulak (Tianshan Grand Canyon, southern section of the Duku Highway, Bayanbulak Swan Lake)
D8 Bayanbulak → Nalati (middle section of the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland)
D9 Nalati → Yining (Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Yining Six Star Street)
D10 Yining → Beitun (Sayram Lake)
D11 Beitun → Hemu (Hemu Scenic Area, scenic area tea break + aerial photography)
🌄 Route highlights: View all four seasons of the Western Regions from one train D12 Hemu → Kanas (Harden Observation Deck, Kanas Scenic Area, Kanas cruise)
D13 Kanas → Urumqi (Fish Watching Platform, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Wolong Bay)
D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (folk song gathering, chess and card masters, Werewolf)
D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, journey successfully concludes
Travel through beautiful Xinjiang by tourist special train, with multiple specifications from economy to luxury to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8585456; customer service manager Guo Jing phone: 181-3962-2229 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary route and train introduction)
💰 Price explanation (based on the local finalized original text)
June to August · Midsummer Scroll (Duku Crossing)
Departure dates:June 4, June 21, July 8, July 25, August 11
Youran Residence (five customized vehicles):66,999 yuan/person
“Chengdu号” is not an ordinary train, but a high-end tourist special train that has undergone professional cultural-tourism renovation. The carriages feature scenic-view compartments, public leisure areas, cultural interaction corners, and chess and card spaces, equipped with bathrooms, intelligent temperature control systems, and minibars, with service standards comparable to high-star hotels. By day, the train stops at core scenic areas for in-depth touring; by night, guests sleep and travel aboard the smoothly running train, effectively reducing the fatigue of travel.Shiyi Residence (four customized vehicles):70,999 yuan/person
August to September · Autumn Charm in Golden Splendor (Sayram Lake Scenic Hotel)
Departure dates:August 28, September 14
Youran Residence (five customized vehicles):70,999 yuan/person
Shiyi Residence (four customized vehicles):74,999 yuan/person
> 📌 Warm reminder:The above prices are for reference only. Actual costs may fluctuate slightly due to departure dates, room type configurations, and service details, and the final price shall be subject to the travel contract signed by both parties. For single-person registrations, we will make every effort to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
📞 How to check remaining seats?
Currently, the 2027 “Chengdu号” Panda Special Train 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Tour is open for presale. Consultations and seat inquiries can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. As seats are limited for each departure (the whole train recommends just over a hundred seats), popular departure dates such as July and early August have tight remaining availability, so it is recommended to confirm travel intentions as early as possible.
When inquiring, you may provide the following information for efficient coordination:
The itinerary covers Xinjiang’s diverse landforms:Intended travel date (such as July 8 or August 28, etc.);
Room type preference (Youran Residence or Shiyi Residence);
Departure city (Chengdu or Lanzhou);
Number of companions and whether there are special needs (such as elderly-friendly assistance, etc.).
ℹ️ Cost inclusions and service description
Costs usually include:
Accommodation aboard the special train throughout the journey (including compartments with bathrooms);
First admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary and scenic area transportation;
Main meals (including special welcome dinner, white salmon banquet, etc.);
The red rocks of the Flaming Mountains in Turpan and the thousand-year-old karez irrigation system; onboard cultural activities and dedicated service staff;
Travel accident insurance.
Not included:
Major transportation from departure place to assembly place (such as air tickets, train tickets);
Personal expenses and self-funded items not mentioned;
Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors.
> 📝 All service contents, itinerary arrangements, and cost details shall be subject to actual consultation results and the formally signed travel contract. The rights and obligations of both parties shall be executed in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and relevant regulations.
🌟 Written at the end
The Panda Special Train “Chengdu号” is not recommended as merely a geographical crossing, but as an immersive cultural slow journey. From the heat of Turpan to the autumn colors of Kanas, from the vastness of the Pamirs to the clarity of Sayram Lake, 16 days are enough to let people reunderstand the vastness and gentleness of the “Western Regions.”
If you are planning a long-distance trip that balances comfort, depth, and a sense of ceremony, you may wish to follow the seat updates for the 2027 “Chengdu号.” Obtain the latest remaining seat information through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and lock in your own rail roaming time in advance.
2027 Chengdu号 tourist special train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation hotline: 0991-8585456), Chengdu号 Special Train Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
