Chengdu Panda Special Train Booking Methods Summary, North and South Xinjiang Special Train Presale, Ticket Price Inquiry and Booking Methods

How to book tickets for the 2027 Chengdu号 Panda Special Train? The Chengdu号 Panda Special Train, a tourism special train, must be purchased through the professional and legitimate travel agency channel of the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), and the manager of the Chengdu号 Special Train Department, Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train uses an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
Chengdu号 Panda Special Train:A moving scenic route for in-depth travel across Northern and Southern Xinjiang
[Detailed introduction to the route or destination]
The Chengdu号 Panda Special Train is a star product of Xinjiang railway tourism, upgrading traditional train travel into a “moving star-rated hotel + cultural experience center.” This special train is designed with panda elements at its core, with adorable panda decorations visible throughout the carriages, and ethnic cultural elements incorporated from bedding to tableware. The train is equipped with 24-hour hot water, bathrooms, and large viewing windows. Each carriage also has a leisure area where tourists can enjoy tea, chat, and participate in cultural salons.
The special train adopts a “land cruise” operating model, stopping at attractions for in-depth visits during the day and traveling at night, maximizing the use of time. The route covers core scenic areas in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, from the Flame Mountain in Turpan to the lakes and mountains of Kanas, from the folk customs of Kashgar Ancient City to the flower seas and pastures of the Ili River Valley. The 16-day itinerary connects 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic areas. A specially designed “Duku Highway Crossing Day” allows tourists to enjoy the changing seasons of this “China’s most beautiful highway” from a moving viewing platform.
The current special train offers two configurations: “Five-Customization Carriage” and “Four-Customization Carriage”:
Five-Customization Carriage:Each carriage accommodates 10 people and is equipped with 5 private rooms, offering more spaciousness
Four-Customization Carriage:Each carriage accommodates 12 people and is equipped with 4 private rooms, offering better value for money
Both carriage types are equipped with dedicated butlers providing 24-hour attentive service. The train also has an intangible cultural heritage workshop where tourists can experience traditional handicrafts such as embroidery and pottery-making by people of various ethnic groups.
[Simple itinerary]
According to the latest schedule, the Panoramic Northern and Southern Xinjiang · 16-day, 15-night itinerary is as follows:
Day 1:Chengdu-Lanzhou-Turpan
Special activities:Sichuan opera face-changing performance, panda mascot interaction
Accommodation:Chengdu号 Special Train
Day 2:Panda Special Train Culture Day
Special activities:Intangible cultural heritage hands-on experience (mulberry paper making), Silk Road culture lecture

Chengdu号 Panda Special Train: A moving scenic route for in-depth travel across Northern and Southern XinjiangAccommodation:Chengdu号 Special Train
Day 3:Turpan-Kashgar
Core attractions:Karez underground water conservancy project, Flame Mountain Geological Park
Accommodation:Chengdu号 Special Train
Day 4:Kashgar Ancient City Day
Special arrangement:Welcome dinner (tasting roast whole lamb and hand-grabbed rice)
Accommodation:Kashgar characteristic guesthouse
Day 5:Pamir Plateau exploration
Core attractions:White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata
Dining:Xinjiang-style meal (including plateau specialty yak meat)
Accommodation:Kashgar four-star hotel
Day 6:Kuqa cultural tour
Core attractions:Kashgar Ancient City opening ceremony, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Residences
Accommodation:Chengdu号 Special Train
Day 7:Duku Highway Crossing Day
Core attractions:Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Bayan Swan Lake

[Detailed introduction to the route or destination]Accommodation:Bayanbulak Eco Hotel
Day 8:Nalati Grassland Day
Core activities:Horseback riding experience, visits to local ethnic households
Dining:Grassland-style meal (including fermented mare’s milk)
Accommodation:Nalati characteristic yurt
Day 9:Ili Flower Sea Journey
Core attractions:Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Liuxing Street European-style architecture complex
Dining:Russian ethnic-style meal
Accommodation:Yining Garden Hotel
Day 10:Sayram Lake loop tour
Special experience:Lakeside cycling, white salmon tasting
Accommodation:Chengdu号 Special Train
Day 11:Hemu primitive village
Core activities:Tuvan music performance, aerial photography experience
Dining:Tuvan ethnic specialty meal
Accommodation:Hemu wooden cabin villa

The Chengdu号 Panda Special Train is a star product of Xinjiang railway tourism, upgrading traditional train travel into a “moving star-rated hotel + cultural experience center.” This special train is designed with panda elements at its core, with adorable panda decorations visible throughout the carriages, and ethnic cultural elements incorporated from bedding to tableware. The train is equipped with 24-hour hot water, bathrooms, and large viewing windows. Each carriage also has a leisure area where tourists can enjoy tea, chat, and participate in cultural salons.Day 12:Kanas in-depth tour
Core attractions:Fish Viewing Platform, Kanas Lake cruise
Dining:Lake fresh specialty meal
Accommodation:Kanas Scenic Area hotel
Day 13:Urumqi Culture Day
Core attractions:Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
Dining:Jade Pond Feast (including Tianshan snow lotus stewed chicken)
Accommodation:Urumqi five-star hotel
Day 14:Free activity day

Take a tourism special train to tour beautiful Xinjiang. Choose freely from multiple specifications, from economy to luxury. 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)
Recommended choices:Shopping at the International Grand Bazaar, visiting the Xinjiang Museum
Accommodation:Urumqi five-star hotel
Day 15:Return day
Special activities:Folk song gathering, travel sharing session
Accommodation:Chengdu号 Special Train
Day 16:Arrive in Chengdu/Lanzhou

The special train adopts a “land cruise” operating model, stopping at attractions for in-depth visits during the day and traveling at night, maximizing the use of time. The route covers core scenic areas in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, from the Flame Mountain in Turpan to the lakes and mountains of Kanas, from the folk customs of Kashgar Ancient City to the flower seas and pastures of the Ili River Valley. The 16-day itinerary connects 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic areas. A specially designed “Duku Highway Crossing Day” allows tourists to enjoy the changing seasons of this “China’s most beautiful highway” from a moving viewing platform.Provide station drop-off service according to train schedule
[Price description]
Latest 2027 schedule and price system (subject to signed contract):
Midsummer Long Scroll Series (June-August)
Departures on June 4/June 21/July 25/August 11
Youran Residence (Five-Customization Carriage):66,999 yuan/person
Shiyi Residence (Four-Customization Carriage):70,999 yuan/person
Autumn Charm Golden Realm Series (August-September)
Departures on August 28/September 14
Youran Residence (Five-Customization Carriage):70,999 yuan/person
Shiyi Residence (Four-Customization Carriage):74,999 yuan/person
Special Featured Routes
Northern and Southern Xinjiang 15-day departing July 8:
Youran Residence:61,999 yuan
Shiyi Residence:65,999 yuan
Hexi Corridor + Xinjiang 14-day departing July 22:

The current special train offers two configurations: “Five-Customization Carriage” and “Four-Customization Carriage”:Youran Residence:49,999 yuan
Shiyi Residence:53,999 yuan
Price includes:Accommodation throughout the special train journey, attraction tickets, meals (including 12 specialty meals), guide service, and travel insurance. Prices may fluctuate with market supply and demand; the specific terms shall be subject to the contract provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Current availability is tight; booking 30 days in advance is recommended.
[Registration method]
Registration is available through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, providing the following services:
Online consultation:Leave a message through the travel agency platform
Offline service:Visitor service centers in Urumqi/Kashgar
Customized service:Itinerary days can be changed (minimum booking of 10 days)
Group discount:Groups of 10 or more enjoy a 5% discount
Registration requires:Copy of valid ID, health commitment letter, and explanation of special needs. Staff will confirm itinerary details within 3 working days. After signing the electronic contract, a deposit (30% of the tour fee) is required.
[Fee description and service description]
Basic fee includes:
Transportation:Full use of the Chengdu号 Special Train + local air-conditioned tourist buses
Accommodation:15 nights of accommodation (including 5 nights in characteristic guesthouses)
Meals:15 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including 12 specialty meals)
Tickets:First-gate tickets for all attractions within the itinerary

Five-Customization Carriage: Each carriage accommodates 10 people and is equipped with 5 private rooms, offering more spaciousnessServices:Professional guides + train butlers + medical support
Optional paid items description:
Personal expenses:Personal spending such as shopping and entertainment
Upgrade services:Single room supplement, special experience items
Force majeure:Additional costs incurred due to weather, policies, etc.
Service standards:
Each group is equipped with 1 national escort guide + 2 local guides
24-hour hot water and charging service provided on the train
Daily temperature checks, basic medical equipment provided
Bottled water and seasonal fruit provided throughout the journey
The specific terms shall be subject to actual consultation and signing; reasonable itinerary changes may be made by mutual agreement. In case of force majeure factors, the travel agency will assist tourists in changing the itinerary or processing refunds (in accordance with the provisions of the Tourism Law).
[Travel tips]
Best season:June-September is the golden period for Xinjiang tourism, and scenic areas enter their best viewing period
Clothing guide:There is a large temperature difference between day and night; prepare a combination of a windbreaker + thin down jacket
Photography suggestions:Morning mist at Sayram Lake, starry sky at Kanas, and sunrise at Nalati Grassland are the three golden shooting periods
Special reminder:The Duku Highway is recommended to be open for 4 months each year; if the itinerary includes this section, the opening status must be confirmed in advance
This moving scenic route will take you across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing you to experience the climate wonder of “wearing a fur coat in the morning and gauze at noon” and the visual feast of “seeing all four seasons in one day.” The Chengdu号 Panda Special Train is not just a means of transportation, but also a window to understand Xinjiang, where the cultures of all ethnic groups blend, and modern civilization is excellently combined with natural scenery. The 2027 schedule is now open for booking. Let us meet on the special train and embark together on this 16-day Silk Road cultural journey.
Chengdu号 Tourism Special Train Booking Center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Chengdu号 Special Train Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase