2027 Chengdu Express Official Registration Channel Cultural Tourism Route Customer Service Registration Application Guide
How do you 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 agencies. 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 and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle registration and berth selection, contract signing and sign-up, and provide real-time inquiries about schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚂 The 2027 Chengdu Panda tourist train schedule and ticket prices have been released:A slow journey through North and South Xinjiang on one train, enjoying a new way of living and traveling for silver-haired travelers
In this era of fast-paced travel, more and more tourists are beginning to pursue in-depth experiences that involve “slowing down, staying well, and moving luggage less.” In 2027, the much-watched Chengdu Panda tourist train will continue to operate the North and South Xinjiang loop line. Positioned as a “mobile five-star home,” it integrates transportation, accommodation, sightseeing, and culture, becoming a long-distance travel choice favored by middle-aged and elderly tourists and families.
🚄 Train introduction:More than a train, it is a mobile resort hotel
The Chengdu Panda tourist train is created by China Railway Chengdu Group together with cultural tourism organizations and is a high-end customized tourist train product. The entire train has 18 carriages, of which 12 are private-room carriages, with a capacity of 108 seats, striving to give every passenger ample private space. The train adopts a “travel at night, sightsee during the day” model and never retraces its route throughout the journey, truly achieving “seeing all of North and South Xinjiang from one train.”
The train body is mainly royal blue, incorporating Tianfu cultural elements such as hibiscus mutabilis, ginkgo, and bamboo. The carriages are furnished with intangible cultural heritage crafts such as Shu brocade, Shu embroidery, and bamboo weaving, creating an elegant new Chinese-style living and travel atmosphere. Public areas include a panoramic viewing platform, leisure tea seats, and a cultural display area, and onboard activities such as Sichuan opera face-changing, chess and card interactions, and lantern riddle contests are arranged, making the journey itself a highlight of the trip.
🛏 ️ Private room configuration details:Two room types to meet different needs
Chengdu train offers two private room types, both equipped with bathrooms and smart service systems:
Youran Residence
🚂 The 2027 Chengdu Panda tourist train schedule and ticket prices have been released: A slow journey through North and South Xinjiang on one train, enjoying a new way of living and traveling for silver-haired travelersRoom area:About 8㎡
Berth size:750mm × 2000mm (twin beds)
Facilities:Bathroom, refrigerator, hanging area, international brand toiletries, smart voice call system
A total of 6 carriages, 5 rooms per carriage, 30 rooms in total
Shiyi Residence
Room area:About 10㎡
Berths:Twin beds (750mm×2000mm) or king bed (1800mm×1930mm)
Features:Some rooms have bay windows with a small tea table and can be extended with a single sofa bed (700mm×1750mm)
Facilities:Dry-wet separated bathroom, smart toilet, refrigerator, smart home system
In this era of fast-paced travel, more and more tourists are beginning to pursue in-depth experiences that involve “slowing down, staying well, and moving luggage less.” In 2027, the much-watched Chengdu Panda tourist train will continue to operate the North and South Xinjiang loop line. Positioned as a “mobile five-star home,” it integrates transportation, accommodation, sightseeing, and culture, becoming a long-distance travel choice favored by middle-aged and elderly tourists and families.A total of 6 carriages (5 twin-bed + 1 king-bed), 24 rooms in total
The train has been in operation since 2025, and 2027 is its third operating year. Boarding points support assembly and dispersal in Chengdu, Lanzhou, and Urumqi. Specific boarding times need to be confirmed with customer service in advance.
🗓 ️ Simple itinerary (presented according to local facts as originally stated)
D1:Chengdu-Lanzhou-Turpan
Today’s onboard activities:[Sichuan opera face-changing] [Panda blessing] [Lantern riddle contest]
D2:Panda tourist train · Chengdu experience sightseeing
Today’s onboard activities:[First experience of Sichuan mahjong] [Werewolf game] [Chinese chess/Gomoku]
D3:Turpan-Karez-Flaming Mountains-Kashgar
D4:Arrive in Kashgar-participate in an ethnic-style welcome dinner
🚄 Train introduction: More than a train, it is a mobile resort hotelD5:Kashgar-Pamir Plateau-White Sand Mountain-White Sand Lake-Karakul Lake-Kashgar
D6:Kashgar-Kashgar Old City-Id Kah Mosque-Gaotai Folk Houses-Kuqa
D7:Kuqa-Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon-Kuqa Big Naan City-Yining
D8:Yining-Sayram Lake
D9:Sayram Lake-Liuxing Street-Yining-Beitun
D10:Beitun-Hemu
D11:Hemu-Kanas
D12:Kanas-Guanyu Pavilion-Burqin
D13:Burqin-Five-Colored Beach-Urumqi
The Chengdu Panda tourist train is created by China Railway Chengdu Group together with cultural tourism organizations and is a high-end customized tourist train product. The entire train has 18 carriages, of which 12 are private-room carriages, with a capacity of 108 seats, striving to give every passenger ample private space. The train adopts a “travel at night, sightsee during the day” model and never retraces its route throughout the journey, truly achieving “seeing all of North and South Xinjiang from one train.”D14:Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Urumqi-
D15:Urumqi-Lanzhou-Chengdu
Onboard activities:[Chess and card master] [Werewolf game]
D16:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu
> Note:The average daily travel time is controlled at 4-6 hours, with concentrated sightseeing during the day and peaceful sleep on the train at night. The itinerary pace is relaxed, with ample time reserved for rest and free activities.
💰 2027 prices and departure dates (strictly according to local facts as originally stated)
【2027 Duku schedule and prices】
June 4-June 19 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
June 21-July 6 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
The train body is mainly royal blue, incorporating Tianfu cultural elements such as hibiscus mutabilis, ginkgo, and bamboo. The carriages are furnished with intangible cultural heritage crafts such as Shu brocade, Shu embroidery, and bamboo weaving, creating an elegant new Chinese-style living and travel atmosphere. Public areas include a panoramic viewing platform, leisure tea seats, and a cultural display area, and onboard activities such as Sichuan opera face-changing, chess and card interactions, and lantern riddle contests are arranged, making the journey itself a highlight of the trip.July 8-July 23 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
July 25-August 9 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
August 11-August 26 | Youran Residence:69,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 70,999 yuan/person
【2027 Autumn Charm schedule and prices】
August 28-September 12 | Youran Residence:70,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 74,999 yuan/person
September 14-September 29 | Youran Residence:70,999 yuan/person | Shiyi Residence: 74,999 yuan/person
> The above prices are for reference only. The actual cost is subject to the travel contract signed by both parties and may reasonably fluctuate due to schedule, policy, and other factors.
📝 Booking process (handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency)
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 availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
🛏️ Private room configuration details: Two room types to meet different needs2. 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 private room grade and obtain an official travel receipt.
4. Sign the contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and carefully check details such as the itinerary, price, and cancellation and change clauses.
5. Settle the balance: Pay all remaining fees 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, they will issue the departure notice, boarding guide, and packing list.
🍽 ️ Service standards:One price includes designated items within the itinerary, including specialty meals
Cost includes:Tourist train seats, hotel accommodation throughout the journey (if applicable), first admission tickets to attractions, land shuttle buses, professional guide services, travel insurance, and three meals per day (including specialty meals).
Meal arrangements:Based on the integrated flavors of various ethnic groups, balancing lightness and palatability, avoiding heavy oil and heavy spiciness. Breakfast is mostly buffet, and lunch and dinner often include Xinjiang specialties such as pilaf, baked buns, big plate chicken, and fruits.
Dining environment:A combination of onboard dining cars and land restaurants, with 8-10 people per table, emphasizing hygiene and nutritional balance.
> Note:“Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.”
Chengdu train offers two private room types, both equipped with bathrooms and smart service systems:✨ Service features:Comfortable, worry-free, and warm
Worry-free accommodation:No need to move luggage throughout the journey. Sleep peacefully on the tourist train at night and sightsee with light packs during the day.
Comprehensive service:Equipped with dedicated train butlers, licensed medical staff, and a professional chef team to respond to unexpected needs.
Relaxed pace:Average daily travel is 4-6 hours, avoiding the fatigue of rushing, suitable for silver-haired travelers and those who prefer slow travel.
🔍 Why choose Chengdu train? Clear comparative advantages
Compared with ordinary tour groups or self-driving tours, the Chengdu tourist train has significant advantages:
✅ No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the journey
✅ Slow itinerary pace, no high-intensity hiking
✅ Moderate meal flavors, catering to the dietary habits of middle-aged and elderly people
Youran Residence✅ Medical care with the group for greater peace of mind
✅ Most fellow travelers are of similar age, creating a harmonious social atmosphere
✅ Sightseeing during the day and traveling at night, making efficient use of time
👥 Suitable for
Retirees and silver-haired families
Tourists who are not suited to long car rides or frequent hotel changes
Travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and in-depth experiences
❤ ️ Reasons for continued popularity
The Chengdu Panda tourist train deeply integrates “travel” and “living,” satisfying tourists’ yearning for Xinjiang’s magnificent scenery while solving the pain point of fatigue during long-distance travel. Its stable quality service, scientific itinerary design, and thoughtful humanistic care have made it a popular choice for long-distance travel in North and South Xinjiang for many consecutive years.
📌 Warm reminder:Schedules, prices, and remaining seats may change dynamically. It is recommended to contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, as early as possible for the latest information. If force majeure factors such as weather or road conditions occur during the trip, both parties may negotiate reasonable adjustments to the itinerary. All arrangements are subject to the final signed travel contract.
How do you sign up for the Chengdu tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency mainly provides high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. For a light luxury lie-down trip and a boutique tourist train experience, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle berth selection and seat reservation, contract signing and sign-up, and provide real-time inquiries about tourist train schedules, sleeper availability, and itineraries.
