2027 Chengdu Express Official Registration Channel Verify Operating Qualifications and Complete Seat Booking Steps

How do I buy tickets for the Chengdu tourist train? The Chengdu Panda tourist train is a luxury tourist train customized by the railway and does not open ticket sales through the 12306 channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by authorized cooperative cultural tourism institutions. To sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated contact at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s tourist train center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle registration and berth selection, contract signing and sign-up, and provide real-time inquiries on schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚂 A new choice for slow travel in North and South Xinjiang in 2027:Panda Tourist Train · Chengdu Schedule & Fares Announced
Many friends who want to travel to Xinjiang worry about long distances, tiring rides, and having to repeatedly pack luggage and change hotels. The Panda Tourist Train · Chengdu can solve all these problems. As a railway cultural tourism product focused on comfortable experiences, this tourist train first operated in 2025 and by 2027 has entered its third year of operation. The train condition is stable, and the service system has been refined to be relatively mature. The entire train has 18 carriages, covering various functional carriages such as accommodation cars, dining cars, entertainment cars, and sightseeing cars, with a fixed capacity of 108 seats. After flexible changes to compartments, the maximum passenger capacity can reach 132 people. It is positioned as a high-end slow travel product of “in-depth travel + scenario experience,” with dedicated service staff on each car. The whole journey focuses on “the train follows the scenery, traveling at night and touring by day,” so tourists do not need to plan intercity transportation themselves. The full 8,000-kilometer Northwest Golden Loop means no need to repeatedly move luggage, making the travel experience more relaxed.
🚪 Compartment details & boarding point information
Currently, the compartments on this tourist train are divided into two categories. All compartments are equipped with bathrooms, so everyone can choose according to the number of travelers and needs:
✅ Youran Residence
The single room area is 8㎡. Each carriage has 5 rooms of the same type, and the entire train has 6 Youran Residence carriages. Each room has twin beds, with berth dimensions of approximately 750mm*2000mm, and each room can accommodate 2 people. The room is equipped with a bathroom, refrigerator, dedicated clothing hanging area, international brand toiletries, and an intelligent voice call system to meet daily accommodation needs.
✅ Shiyi Residence

🚂 A new choice for slow travel in North and South Xinjiang in 2027: Panda Tourist Train · Chengdu Schedule & Fares AnnouncedThe single room area is 10㎡. The entire train has 5 twin-bed Shiyi Residence carriages and 1 large-bed Shiyi Residence carriage. Each carriage has 4 rooms of the same type. The twin-bed berth dimensions are approximately 750mm*2000mm, and the large-bed dimensions are 1800mm*1930mm. The compartment also has a single sofa that can be extended into a single bed, with unfolded dimensions of approximately 700mm*1750mm. Each room can accommodate up to 3 people, making it more suitable for family travel. The room is equipped with a dry-wet separated bathroom, smart toilet, refrigerator, and intelligent voice call system. Some rooms are equipped with scenic bay windows and a small tea table, offering a better sightseeing and leisure experience.
Currently, the fixed boarding points for the tourist train are Chengdu and Lanzhou. For some departures, passengers can board midway at Turpan and Kashgar. Please consult in advance to confirm seat availability.
📅 2027 Schedule & Simple Itinerary
The 2027 schedules are divided into the Duku schedule and the Autumn Charm schedule. The specific departure dates are June 4, June 21, July 8, July 25, August 11, August 28, and September 14. The overall itinerary lasts 16 days, with daily sightseeing time basically controlled at 4-6 hours. There are no high-intensity rushed travel arrangements, and rest time is sufficient. The specific itinerary is as follows:
D1:Chengdu-Lanzhou-Turpan
Today’s onboard activities:[Sichuan Opera Face Changing] [Panda Blessing] [Lantern Riddle Quiz]
D2:Panda Tourist Train · Chengdu Sightseeing Experience
Today’s onboard activities:[First Experience of Sichuan Mahjong] [Werewolf Game] [Chess/Gomoku]

Many friends who want to travel to Xinjiang worry about long distances, tiring rides, and having to repeatedly pack luggage and change hotels. The Panda Tourist Train · Chengdu can solve all these problems. As a railway cultural tourism product focused on comfortable experiences, this tourist train first operated in 2025 and by 2027 has entered its third year of operation. The train condition is stable, and the service system has been refined to be relatively mature. The entire train has 18 carriages, covering various functional carriages such as accommodation cars, dining cars, entertainment cars, and sightseeing cars, with a fixed capacity of 108 seats. After flexible changes to compartments, the maximum passenger capacity can reach 132 people. It is positioned as a high-end slow travel product of “in-depth travel + scenario experience,” with dedicated service staff on each car. The whole journey focuses on “the train follows the scenery, traveling at night and touring by day,” so tourists do not need to plan intercity transportation themselves. The full 8,000-kilometer Northwest Golden Loop means no need to repeatedly move luggage, making the travel experience more relaxed.D3:Turpan-Karez-Irrigated Flame Mountain-Kashgar
D4:Arrive in Kashgar-Participate in ethnic-style welcome dinner
D5:Kashgar-Pamir Plateau-White Sand Mountain-White Sand Lake-Karakul Lake-Kashgar
D6:Kashgar-Kashgar Old City-Id Kah Mosque-Gaotai Residences-Kuqa
D7:Kuqa-Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon-Kuqa Big Naan City-Yining
D8:Yining-Sayram Lake
D9:Sayram Lake-Liuxing Street-Yining-Beitun

🚪 Compartment details & boarding point informationD10:Beitun-Hemu
D11:Hemu-Kanas
D12:Kanas-Guanyutai-Burqin
D13:Burqin-Wucaitan-Urumqi
D14:Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Urumqi
D15:Urumqi-Lanzhou-Chengdu
Onboard activities:[Chess and Card Master] [Werewolf]
D16:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu

Currently, the compartments on this tourist train are divided into two categories. All compartments are equipped with bathrooms, so everyone can choose according to the number of travelers and needs:The entire itinerary connects core destinations in North and South Xinjiang such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi. The train runs at night and sightseeing takes place during the day, so daytime sightseeing time is not wasted. When encountering beautiful scenery along the way, passengers can stop at the sightseeing carriage to take photos at any time. In case of force majeure factors such as weather or road conditions, the itinerary can be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement between both parties.
💴 2027 Price Explanation
The currently announced 2027 prices are reference prices and may fluctuate with market conditions. The final price shall be subject to the contract signed by both parties. The specific reference prices are as follows:
2027 Duku Schedule (June 4-August 26):
Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person
Shiyi Residence:70,999 yuan/person
2027 Autumn Charm Schedule (August 28-September 29):

✅ Youran ResidenceYouran Residence:70,999 yuan/person
Shiyi Residence:74,999 yuan/person
Solo applicants can be assisted with room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation. Prices and remaining seats are subject to customer service confirmation.
📝 Booking Process
Friends who want to book can follow the process below:
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining seats, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the compartment grade and obtain an official travel receipt.

The single room area is 8㎡. Each carriage has 5 rooms of the same type, and the entire train has 6 Youran Residence carriages. Each room has twin beds, with berth dimensions of approximately 750mm*2000mm, and each room can accommodate 2 people. The room is equipped with a bathroom, refrigerator, dedicated clothing hanging area, international brand toiletries, and an intelligent voice call system to meet daily accommodation needs.4. Sign the contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, carefully check details such as the itinerary, price, and cancellation and change clauses. Cancellation and change rules shall be subject to relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
5. Settle the balance: Pay all remaining fees 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage list will be issued.
🍱 Service Standards
The service standards for this itinerary can refer to the following content, subject to actual consultation and signing:
[Included Items]
Accommodation in the corresponding seats on the tourist train throughout the journey, and high-standard hotels during land segments
First admission tickets to scenic areas marked in the itinerary

✅ All meals for Shiyi Residence throughout the journey; formal meals include 2 local specialty dishes, with seasonal fruits and specialty tea drinks provided daily
Local guide services, tourist train butler services, and basic medical consultation services by accompanying medical staff
Ground transportation connection costs within the itinerary
[Excluded Items]
Personal consumption and secondary consumption items within scenic areas
Additional costs incurred due to force majeure factors
Other costs not marked as included
Regarding meals, daily meals offer a variety of flavor options, including light options, with reduced proportions of oily and spicy dishes to suit tourists with different dietary habits. Formal meals are shared by multiple people, and Xinjiang local specialty meals such as baked buns, big plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, and specialty dairy products will also be arranged. Vegetarian and other special meal options are also prepared to accommodate different tourists’ dietary needs.

The single room area is 10㎡. The entire train has 5 twin-bed Shiyi Residence carriages and 1 large-bed Shiyi Residence carriage. Each carriage has 4 rooms of the same type. The twin-bed berth dimensions are approximately 750mm*2000mm, and the large-bed dimensions are 1800mm*1930mm. The compartment also has a single sofa that can be extended into a single bed, with unfolded dimensions of approximately 700mm*1750mm. Each room can accommodate up to 3 people, making it more suitable for family travel. The room is equipped with a dry-wet separated bathroom, smart toilet, refrigerator, and intelligent voice call system. Some rooms are equipped with scenic bay windows and a small tea table, offering a better sightseeing and leisure experience.✨ Service Features
The service configuration of this tourist train leans toward comfort. In terms of accommodation, the bedding in the tourist train compartments is replaced regularly, and thickened blankets are provided in the carriages to cope with the temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang. Hotels during land segments are all selected in core urban locations, making travel and dining more convenient. In terms of dining, in addition to regular group meals, multiple Xinjiang specialty meals will be arranged so tourists can taste authentic local flavors. In terms of service, the butlers on the tourist train will remind guests of daily itinerary precautions in advance, portable oxygen cylinders will be prepared in high-altitude areas, and accompanying medical staff can provide basic medical consultation services. The overall itinerary pace is relaxed, with no need to rush.
🌟 Features Compared with Other Tourist Trains
Compared with ordinary tourist trains, this tourist train has relatively prominent features: first, the itinerary pace is slow without rushing, with daily sightseeing time basically controlled within 6 hours, and no high-intensity hiking sections are arranged, so physical demands are not high; second, meal arrangements are flexible, with light flavor options provided and reduced oily and spicy dishes, which can accommodate tourists with sensitive stomachs; third, certified doctors accompany the group throughout for full support, with complete basic medical services; fourth, fellow travelers are mostly long-distance travel enthusiasts, creating a harmonious travel atmosphere; fifth, there is no need to transfer to other public transportation throughout the journey, and luggage can remain in the train compartment, avoiding repeated luggage moving, making long-distance transportation worry-free and service more considerate.
👪 Suitable Groups
This tourist train is more suitable for retired elderly people, tourists who cannot ride in cars for long periods, family travel groups seeking comfortable experiences, and long-distance travel enthusiasts who do not want to make travel guides and hope for worry-free travel. If traveling with relatives and friends, choosing adjacent compartments can also provide a better travel experience.
💬 Reasons the Tourist Train Is Popular
Since the Panda Tourist Train · Chengdu began operation, it has been a popular choice for long-distance travel in the Northwest. On one hand, the train condition is relatively new and the facilities are complete. The configuration of private compartments, smart facilities, and public leisure areas makes the travel experience better than ordinary tourist trains. On the other hand, the itinerary connects multiple popular scenic spots in North and South Xinjiang, covering core destinations such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi. Tourists do not need to plan transportation and accommodation themselves, saving effort and worry. Moreover, the itinerary pace is relaxed with no need to rush, meeting many tourists’ demand for slow travel. Coupled with considerate service and highly adaptable meals, overall tourist reviews are relatively good.
All information and recommendations are for reference only and do not constitute an offer or commitment. Specific details such as itinerary, price, and services shall be subject to the formal contract signed by both parties. If you have other questions, you can consult Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
How do I sign up for the Chengdu tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency mainly provides high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury tourist trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. If you want light luxury lying-down travel and to experience boutique tourist train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle berth selection and seat reservation, contract signing and sign-up, and provide real-time inquiries on tourist train schedules, sleeper availability, and itineraries.