What are some of the luxury tourist trains and panda-themed tourist trains in China? How do I book one?
If You Yearn for a “Poetic Journey on the Rails”
If you long to travel through snow-capped mountains, deserts, and cultural landscapes, then the Sichuan Panda Special Train is definitely your best choice!
As distinctive themed tourist trains in Southwest China, the Chengdu, Jinxiu Tianfu, An Yi, and Shifang series, with pandas as their core IP, integrate Bashu culture and star-level service, covering a full range of price options from high-value to luxurious. Today, we’ve compiled this super-detailed price list to help you unlock all the wonders of the Panda-themed trains!
I. Key Highlights of the Panda Special Train
Currently, the Panda Special Train series includes four trains: Anyi, Shifang, Chengdu, and Jinxiu Tianfu. All four trains operate on a “railway + tourism” model, with 17 – 18 carriages and equipped with dedicated butlers, professional medical care, a special dining car, and entertainment facilities, ensuring a comfortable and culturally immersive journey. Each train has its own focus:
- Anyi emphasizes intelligent and customized services;
- Shifang focuses on a healthy lifestyle;
- Chengdu highlights Eastern aesthetics and the poetic charm of Sichuan;
- Jinxiu Tianfu centers on Song Dynasty aesthetics, catering to the diverse travel needs of different passengers.
II. Price Details for the Four Panda Special Train
1. Comfort (first launch in March 2021)
- Core positioning: Intelligent + High cost-performance + Customization
- Seating capacity: 332 rooms, including Panda Yuefu double rooms (9.7㎡), Panda Yaju/Yashe quadruple rooms (6.5 – 6.8㎡), and Panda Guige quadruple rooms (3.4㎡).
- Representative routes and prices:
- Enjoy a Trip to Xinjiang | 16-Day Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: From ¥8480, a high-value tour of the beautiful Xinjiang region.
- Duku Edition Guige | 16-Day Tour of Western and Northern Xinjiang: From ¥16,980
- Elegant Abode & Retreat | 16-Day Tour of Western and Northern Xinjiang: From ¥26,980 / From ¥27,980
- Yuefu | 16-Day Tour of Western and Northern Xinjiang: From ¥59,980
- Duku Yuefu | 16-Day Tour of Western and Northern Xinjiang: From ¥66,980
- Xichang Luoji Ninety-Nine Mile Hot Spring 4-Day Tour: From ¥2260
- Service Highlights: “Golden Butler” customized service, supporting special customizations such as Party building and Youth League building activities, wedding planning, and study tours, equipped with multi-functional vehicles, bar trucks, and other facilities.
- The exterior of the Panda Express train, An Yi Hao
2. Shifang (first flight in April 2024)
- Core Positioning: Healthy Living + Silk Road Cultural Extravaganza
- Seating capacity: 466 seats, including the Deluxe Purple Gold Quadruple Room (6.5㎡) and the Premium/Premium Platinum Quadruple Room (3.4㎡).
- Representative routes and prices:
- Enjoy Platinum Premium | 16-Day Star-Rated Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: From ¥8480, ride the Panda Special Train and experience the beauty of Xinjiang.
- Indulge in Platinum Luxury | 16-Day Star-Rated Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: From ¥15,780, Enjoy a Relaxing Journey with Your Best Friend
- Enjoy a premium 16-day tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: starting from ¥27,880, taking in the magnificent scenery of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
- Service Highlights: Panda Butler provides full-service support and 24-hour response to your needs, including special activities such as card games, Sichuan opera face-changing performances, and themed song concerts.
- The exterior of the Panda Special Train Shifang
3. Chengdu (first departure in May 2025)
- Core positioning: Eastern aesthetics + immersion in Bashu culture
- Seating capacity: 108 seats, including the Poetic Residence (10㎡ double room) and the Leisurely Residence (8㎡ double room).
- Representative routes and prices:
- Autumn Elegance Vacation 16 Days 15 Nights: From ¥68,999, Enjoy an Extraordinary Travel Experience
- Duku Highway 16-Day 15-Night Tour: From ¥65,999, covering 8,000 kilometers across Xinjiang.
- 14-Day Immersive Poplar Forest Tour: Starting from ¥42,999, experience the magnificent scenery of poplar trees.
- Service Highlights: 18 Panda Butlers + 7 Resort Ambassadors + 8 Professional Chefs, 24-hour star-level service, including cultural interactions such as instrumental music and dance performances.
- The exterior of the Panda Special Train Chengdu
4. The Splendid Tianfu (launching in May 2026)
- Core positioning: Song Dynasty aesthetics + in-depth tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
- Seating capacity: 92 seats, including the luxurious double room (13㎡) and the premium double room (10㎡).
- Representative routes and prices:
- A 13-day cultural journey along the magnificent Silk Road, starting from ¥49,880, includes a vibrant concert of ancient music.
- 2026 Northern and Southern Xinjiang Cultural Tour (16 Days): From ¥76,880, unlock the charm of the Silk Road.
- Service Highlights: 2:1 customer service ratio, dual tour guides + full-time concierge + 24-hour luggage porter, free airport/train station pick-up and drop-off in Chengdu/Lanzhou/Urumqi, small luxury group tours of 12 – 16 people upon arrival.
- Exterior of the Splendid Tianfu
III. Tips for Choosing the Panda Special Train
- Budget-friendly: Choose the An Yi Hao “Gui Ge” series or the Shi Fang Hao “You Xiang Platinum” series, and you can unlock a 16-day long-distance tour of Xinjiang for 8000+.
- For quality and comfort: We recommend the Chengdu-Duku Highway and Shifang-“Platinum” series, priced between 15,000 and 65,000 yuan, offering a balance between experience and value for money;
- Luxury and Exclusive Options: The Splendid Tianfu Express 16-Day Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang and the Comfortable Yuefu Series are available for around 70,000 RMB, offering a 2:1 customer service ratio, luxurious room types, and exclusive pick-up and drop-off services.
- For short-term needs: Consider the AnYi Hao Xichang Luoji Jiushiji Hot Spring 4-day tour, it’s a great deal.
Registration Notes:
- Individuals with severe hypertension, heart disease, or other conditions prone to sudden illness are not permitted to participate;
- those aged 70 and above must provide a medical examination report issued within the last six months;
- those aged 75 and above must be accompanied by an immediate family member;
- and those aged 80 and above are not currently accepted (the “Jinxiu Tianfu” cruise ship has no age limit of 80, but participants must meet health requirements).
For inquiries regarding itinerary details, seat availability, price comparisons, or registration and ticket booking, or to obtain a detailed Xinjiang tour quote, please contact Mai Zi, Director of Inbound Clients at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact information is as follows: Phone/WeChat: 13201333409. You can also inquire via WhatsApp: +86 13201333409 or Gmail. A professional travel consultant will provide you with a detailed quote based on your travel needs.
Each Panda-themed train is a mobile cultural palace and a comfortable rest stop. Whether you’re a backpacker seeking value for money or a traveler yearning for a luxurious experience, you’ll find the perfect choice here. Pack your bags, hop on a Panda-themed train, and embark on an unforgettable journey amidst snow-capped mountains, rivers, and rich cultural landscapes!


