Chengdu Panda Train Registration Channels and Fee Standards

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🚂 Want to start from Chengdu, sleep all the way to Xinjiang on a ‘moving luxury hotel’, and see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities? In 2026, a 16-day panoramic tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang on the ‘Panda Special Train·Chengdu Number’ departing from Chengdu Anjing Station might be the ideal choice you’re looking for.
This guide will break it down for you from four perspectives: ‘Is it worth it, how to play, how much it costs, and how to book’, helping you decide if it’s right for you.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:Moving Hotel, Panoramic Xinjiang
✨ Core Model:Travel by Night, Explore by Day
Time Saving:Depart in the evening, arrive in the early morning, turning long journeys into nighttime rest.
Play to the Fullest:Daytime is entirely for sightseeing at scenic spots, no need to pack luggage and change hotels daily.
🗺 ️ Itinerary Overview:Grand Loop of Southern and Northern Xinjiang
Duration:Approximately 16 days and 15 nights, covering about 8,000 kilometers.
Route:Depart from Chengdu, enter Xinjiang via the Hexi Corridor, connect the culture of Southern Xinjiang with the scenery of Northern Xinjiang, then return to Chengdu via Turpan.
Coverage:The itinerary covers key attractions in Southern and Northern Xinjiang, including Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Tianshan Tianchi.
🏨 Onboard Experience:Moving Boutique Hotel
Hardware Facilities:The entire train has about 18 carriages, including a living room car, dining car, and entertainment car. Most rooms are double or family rooms, equipped with bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, and large viewing windows.
Service Team:Equipped with a ‘Panda Butler’, tour guide, and onboard medical staff, providing luggage assistance, information consultation, and activity organization.
Entertainment Activities:On the train, you can participate in activities like Sichuan opera face-changing, tea art, board games, and KTV. Some sessions also feature themed sharing events.

🚂 Want to start from Chengdu, sleep all the way to Xinjiang on a ‘moving luxury hotel’, and see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities? In 2026, a 16-day panoramic tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang on the ‘Panda Special Train·Chengdu Number’ departing from Chengdu Anjing Station might be the ideal choice you’re looking for.🗓 ️ Itinerary Snapshot:16-Day 15-Night Highlights Edition
The following is the itinerary framework. Actual stops and sightseeing order may change; please refer to the departure notice and daily arrangements.*
D1:Gather in Chengdu
Arrive in Chengdu on your own. It is recommended to arrive a day early to acclimate to the climate. Proceed to Chengdu Anjing Station at the notified time for assembly. Attend the departure ceremony in the evening, receive your room card, and board the special train.
D2:Train Sightseeing
The train travels westward, crossing the Qinling Mountains and the Longdong Plateau. During the day, enjoy views of Western Sichuan and the Qinghai-Tibet Railway from the observation car, or participate in onboard lectures, interactive games, and other cultural activities.
D3:Turpan Charm
Arrive in Turpan and visit the Karez Irrigation System, one of the three great ancient Chinese projects alongside the Great Wall and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, appreciating ancient wisdom. Then head to the Flaming Mountain to experience the ‘Fire Prefecture’s’ heat. Disembark in the evening and check into a hotel.
D4:First Glimpse of Kashgar
Arrive in the early morning at the key city of Southern Xinjiang, Kashgar. Visit the Kashgar Old City, with its over 2,000-year history, and wander through its maze-like alleys. Then visit the Id Kah Mosque and the High Terrace Dwellings to experience local culture. In the evening, attend a welcome banquet, enjoy Xinjiang song and dance, and check into a hotel.
D5:Pamir Plateau
Travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to the Pamir Plateau. En route, admire the magnificent scenery of Baisha Mountain and Baisha Lake, then arrive at Karakul Lake, with a distant view of the ‘Father of Icebergs’, Muztagh Ata. Due to the high altitude today, please rest and pace yourself.
D6:Kashgar Cultural Experience
Continue the cultural journey in Kashgar. Stroll freely through the Kashgar Old City, visit bazaars, and taste local cuisine; visit the Id Kah Mosque and the High Terrace Dwellings; you can also try intangible cultural heritage handicrafts like pottery or printing. Disembark in the evening and board the special train for the next stop.
D7:Canyon and Naan City

This guide will break it down for you from four perspectives: ‘Is it worth it, how to play, how much it costs, and how to book’, helping you decide if it’s right for you.Arrive in Kuqa and visit the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, known as one of ‘China’s most beautiful top ten canyons’. Then visit the Kuqa Big Naan City to learn about the making of ‘Kuqa Big Naan’, a Xinjiang intangible cultural heritage. Disembark in the evening and board the special train for Yining.
D8:Sayram Lake Date
Arrive at Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’. Ample time is arranged for a lake tour, enjoying the lake and mountain scenery. Some sessions may include a lakeside BBQ. Check into a hotel near Sayram Lake in the evening.
D9:Sayram Lake Dawn & Dusk and Yining Charm
In the early morning, re-enter Sayram Lake to enjoy the sunrise and morning mist, then return to Yining. In the afternoon, visit Six Star Street to experience the unique neighborhood culture and diverse cuisine. Disembark in the evening and board the special train for Beitun.
D10-D11:Kanas Fairytale
Arrive in Beitun and transfer by car to Hemu. Enjoy the Hemu Bridge and birch forest, stroll freely through the village, and watch the sunset and starry sky. The next morning, head to the Haden viewing platform for sunrise, then visit Kanas Lake and key attractions like Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay.
D12-D13:Return to Urumqi
Return from the Kanas River Valley, with a brief stop in Burqin or Beitun. Arrive in Urumqi in the evening. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to experience the charm of this modern city.
D14:Tianshan Tianchi
Visit Tianshan Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) and enjoy the reflection of snow-capped mountains. Then explore the International Grand Bazaar to feel the rich Silk Road atmosphere.
D15:Farewell to Xinjiang, Return Journey
Board the special train from Urumqi for the return trip. Pack luggage and organize photos on the train, reminiscing about the journey. Activities like summary sharing sessions and carriage interactions are arranged along the way.
D16:Arrive in Chengdu, End of Trip
The special train arrives at Chengdu Anjing Station, concluding the unforgettable 16-day journey. Please pay attention to station announcements and take your belongings when disembarking.

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🗺️ Route Highlights: Moving Hotel, Panoramic Xinjiang💰 Price Explanation:2026 Reference Range
The ‘Panda Special Train·Chengdu Number’ uses an all-inclusive model for specified items in the itinerary, promoting ‘no extra spending throughout the trip’. The following are reference prices for the inaugural route. Specific prices for 2026 are subject to actual consultation.
Southern and Northern Xinjiang 16-Day Panoramic Tour
You Ran Ju (Comfortable Double Room):Reference price approx. ¥65,999/person and up.
Shi Yi Ju (Upgraded Double Room):Reference price approx. ¥69,999/person and up.
Other Series
Panda Yue Fu (Luxury Double Room):Reference price approx. ¥69,980/person and up.
Panda Ya Ju (Luxury Quad Room):Reference price approx. ¥36,980/person and up.
Panda Gui Ge (Standard Quad Room):Reference price approx. ¥18,980/person and up.
Price Influencing Factors
Departure date (peak/off-peak season)
Cabin type (e.g., standard cabin, upgraded cabin)
Single or odd-numbered travelers (may incur single room supplement)
Ground hotel star rating

✨ Core Model: Travel by Night, Explore by Day Special Services (e.g., photography follow-up)
> 💡 Reminder
> Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may vary by session. It is recommended to inquire early to secure your desired spot.
📞 Registration Method:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
The ‘Panda Special Train·Chengdu Number’ is a packaged railway tourism product, not sold through the 12306 official website, and must be booked through a travel agency.
Contact Phone:181-3962-2233
Consultation WeChat:181-3962-2233
Registration Process Overview:
1. Inquire: Contact customer service to get the latest session, price, and availability information.
2. Confirm: Select the session and room type, and customer service will lock in your spot.
3. Sign and Pay: Submit personal information, pay a deposit or full amount, and sign a unified electronic contract on the National Tourism Regulatory Platform.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Receive the ‘Departure Notice’ before departure and prepare required documents and items as instructed.
📋 Fee and Service Explanation
Included Items (Reference)
Special train seat fee (including berth, meals, basic beverages).

Time Saving: Depart in the evening, arrive in the early morning, turning long journeys into nighttime rest. Hotel accommodation fees within the itinerary.
First admission tickets to scenic spots and scenic area shuttle bus fees within the itinerary.
Full-trip tour bus fees.
Most main meals listed in the itinerary (some breakfasts or box lunches may be self-provided).
Tour guide service fee, travel agency liability insurance, and group travel accident insurance.
Excluded Items (Reference)
Round-trip transportation costs to/from Chengdu/Lanzhou/Urumqi (airfare, train tickets, etc.).
Single room supplement (if you request a single room).
Meals, personal expenses, and optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors (e.g., weather, policies).
Service and Guarantee
Senior-Friendly Services:The train is equipped with senior-friendly facilities and onboard medical staff. Ground hotels are mostly four or five-star standard.
Cultural Activities:Onboard activities include lectures, KTV, board games, etc., enriching the travel experience.
‘One Berth All the Way’:Luggage can be stored in the cabin, eliminating the need to move luggage daily.
> ⚠️ Important Note
> Specific included items, service standards, and cancellation/modification rules are subject to the formal tourism contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
For Xinjiang tourism customized car rental details, contact customer service manager Zhang Jing at 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat, add as friend, 7-55 seat vehicle options available)