2026Panda Special Train Chengdu Official Website Booking Guide
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎ 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for detailed inquiries about Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
🚂 Want to experience a slow journey of ‘seeing Xinjiang by train’? In 2026, the ‘Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.’ will set off again, connecting the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang. This guide will analyze the route highlights, registration methods, and travel tips to help you plan your trip easily.
🐼 What is the Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.?
The ‘Panda Special Train’ is a tourist train brand jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and cultural tourism enterprises, upgrading the train into a ‘mobile hotel’ integrating ‘food, accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment’.
Brand Strength:The ‘Panda Special Train’ series has operated over 180 trips, served more than 50,000 passengers, covered routes nationwide, and won multiple honors including the International Union of Railways ‘Long-Distance Tourism-Friendly Rolling Stock’ Jury Special Award.
Chengdu No. Features: As the first quality tourist train in Southwest China, the ‘Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.’ features a body themed ‘Rhythm of Mountains and Rivers’ and displays nearly 60 high-quality intangible cultural heritage items like Shu brocade and bamboo weaving, earning it the title ‘Flowing Art Gallery’. The train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, is equipped with an SOS emergency call system throughout, and provides 24-hour hotel-style service with ‘Panda Butler’.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:16-Day Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
The ‘Chengdu No.’ focuses on a 16-day, 15-night in-depth tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities. The route covers Kashgar, Yining, Nalati, Urumqi, Turpan, and more, with no backtracking.
🌄 Plateau Scenery:Visit the White Sand Mountain and White Sand Lake on the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, and overlook the ‘Father of Icebergs’ Muztagh Ata.
🏞 ️ Canyons and Lakes:Travel through the Tianshan Grand Canyon, explore Kanas Lake known as ‘a picturesque paradise’, and Sayram Lake, the ‘Pearl of the Tianshan Mountains’.
🏜 ️ Ancient City Culture:Stroll through Kashgar Old City to experience the millennium-old charm of this Silk Road hub.
🎉 Special Experiences:Participate in activities like Sichuan opera face-changing, board games, and folk song gatherings on the train, making the journey fun.
📅 Simplified Itinerary Overview
> D1 Chengdu/Lanzhou → Turpan (Sichuan opera face-changing, Panda blessing, lantern riddles)
> D2 Chengdu No. Special Train Sightseeing (Sichuan mahjong experience, Werewolf game, chess/backgammon)
🚂 Want to experience a slow journey of ‘seeing Xinjiang by train’? In 2026, the ‘Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.’ will set off again, connecting the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang. This guide will analyze the route highlights, registration methods, and travel tips to help you plan your trip easily.> D3 Turpan → Kashgar (Karez well, Flaming Mountain)
> D4 Kashgar (Kashgar welcome dinner)
> D5 Kashgar → Pamir Plateau (White Sand Mountain and White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Ata)
> D6 Kashgar → Kuqa (Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings)
> D7 Kuqa → Bayanbulak (Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern section of Duku Highway, Bayan Swan Lake)
> D8 Bayanbulak → Nalati (Middle section of Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland)
> D9 Nalati → Yining (Tianshan Flower Sea Scenic Area, Yining Liuxing 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 boat tour)
> D13 Kanas → Urumqi (Fish Viewing Platform, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Crouching Dragon Bay)
> D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area)
> D15 Urumqi → Lanzhou → Chengdu (Folk song gathering, board game masters, Werewolf game)
> D16 Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, trip ends successfully
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates
🐼 What is the Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.?In 2026, the ‘Chengdu No.’ will have seven tour dates, with details as follows:
First Tour:June 4, 2026 — June 19, 2026
Second Tour:June 21, 2026 — July 6, 2026
Third Tour:July 8, 2026 — July 23, 2026
Fourth Tour:July 25, 2026 — August 9, 2026
Fifth Tour:August 11, 2026 — August 26, 2026
Sixth Tour:August 28, 2026 — September 12, 2026
Seventh Tour:September 14, 2026 — September 29, 2026
🏠 Cabin Types and Prices
| Tour Date | You Ran Ju (CNY/person) | Shi Yi Ju (CNY/person) |
| :— | :— | :— |
| First – Fifth Tour | 65,999 | 69,999 |
| Sixth – Seventh Tour | 68,989 | 72,999 |
📌 Important Notes
The above are reference prices for 2026; actual costs may fluctuate based on market conditions. Please refer to the final signed contract.
Our agency offers various travel options: special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car rentals. For details, call: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for detailed inquiries about Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
The ‘Panda Special Train’ is a tourist train brand jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and cultural tourism enterprises, upgrading the train into a ‘mobile hotel’ integrating ‘food, accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment’. For solo travelers, we will try to arrange shared accommodation; if not possible, a supplement is required, with the specific amount based on the contract.
📞 How to Register and Inquire
You can inquire and register for the ‘Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.’ through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Inquiry Phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat Inquiry:181-3962-2233 (Please note ‘Chengdu No. Inquiry’ when adding)
📝 Registration Process
1. Inquiry and Confirmation: Call or add WeChat to confirm your preferred tour date, cabin type, and availability.
2. Submit Information: Provide traveler names, valid ID numbers, etc., for booking and insurance.
3. Sign and Pay: After confirming itinerary details, sign the travel contract and make payment as agreed.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Receive the tour confirmation before departure, including meeting time, location, and notes.
💡 Important Notes
Seats for special train tours are limited; it is recommended to inquire and book early.
In case of force majeure factors like weather or road conditions during the trip, both parties can negotiate reasonable itinerary changes.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Brand Strength: The ‘Panda Special Train’ series has operated over 180 trips, served more than 50,000 passengers, covered routes nationwide, and won multiple honors including the International Union of Railways ‘Long-Distance Tourism-Friendly Rolling Stock’ Jury Special Award.✅ Cost Includes
Transportation:Round-trip special train seats from Chengdu/Lanzhou to Urumqi.
Accommodation:Hotel or guesthouse stays at various locations as listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First entrance tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Full-tour guide service, special train activity organization, and basic travel insurance.
🚫 Cost Excludes
Personal transportation costs to and from the departure point.
Self-paid items and personal expenses not listed in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
🛌 Accommodation Arrangements
Comfortable cabins of different grades like ‘You Ran Ju’ and ‘Shi Yi Ju’ are available on the special train.
Ground accommodation is standard hotel rooms; specific room types are based on the contract.
🛡 ️ Services and
The train is equipped with ‘Panda Butler’ and a professional service team providing 24-hour service.
Chengdu No. Features: As the first quality tourist train in Southwest China, the ‘Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.’ features a body themed ‘Rhythm of Mountains and Rivers’ and displays nearly 60 high-quality intangible cultural heritage items like Shu brocade and bamboo weaving, earning it the title ‘Flowing Art Gallery’. The train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, is equipped with an SOS emergency call system throughout, and provides 24-hour hotel-style service with ‘Panda Butler’. The train has a medical room with common medicines and an emergency call system.
It is recommended that travelers choose itineraries based on their health conditions and bring common medications.
🧳 Luggage and Clothing
It is recommended to bring a suitcase and a carry-on backpack, and keep valuables safe.
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring warm clothing, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
🤝 Shared Room Policy
For solo travelers, we will try to arrange shared accommodation with same-gender tourists.
If not possible, a supplement is required, with the specific amount based on the contract.
🚌 Ground Transportation Suggestions
If you need local shuttle or customized car tours in Xinjiang, you can choose 7-55 seat air-conditioned tourist vehicles.
7-19 Seat Vehicles:Suitable for families or small groups, flexible and convenient for city outskirts and scenic areas with good road conditions.
20-35 Seat Vehicles:Suitable for medium-sized groups, with comfortable space, commonly used by travel agencies.
36-55 Seat Vehicles:Suitable for large groups, with lower per-person costs, ideal for long-distance or group travel.
📌 Important Notes
The above are vehicle references; specific models, brands, and quotes are subject to actual inquiries.
It is recommended to choose a licensed tourist car company and sign a formal vehicle rental contract.
For customized car rental details for Xinjiang tourism, contact customer service manager Zhang Jing at 181-3962-2233 (same WeChat, add as friend, multiple options from 7-55 seats)
