Chengdu Tourism Train Xinjiang Price Including Attraction Tickets Cost Explanation and How to Book Special Train Seats
Panda Special Train Chengdu No.
How to buy tickets and book? In 2026, the Panda Special Train Chengdu No.
is a customized luxury tourist train by the railway, which does not open a 12306 ticket purchase channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by regular cooperative cultural tourism institutions. If you want to sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for berth selection, sign contracts, and check real-time departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚂 Reference for high-end travel to Xinjiang in mid-2026:Panda Special Train·Chengdu No. Ticket Prices and Travel Guide
Entering June, Xinjiang travel officially enters its golden period. Many tourists who want to comfortably visit northern and southern Xinjiang are paying attention to high-end tourist train products. Among them, the “Chengdu No.” of the third-generation Panda Special Train series has been favored by many tourists for its high-comfort configuration and complete panoramic itinerary of northern and southern Xinjiang. Below is a detailed breakdown of the relevant information about this train for your reference.
I. Basic Introduction to the Train
This “Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.” is a third-generation themed boutique tourist train launched by the Chengdu Group. Its overall design is inspired by Gongga Snow Mountain and Xiling Snow Mountain, with a classical sapphire blue color scheme that is elegant and profound. The train is positioned as a high-quality long-distance tourist special train, featuring a “mobile star-rated hotel” travel experience. The entire train consists of 18 carriages, including passenger sleeper cars, dining cars, kitchen-sleeper cars, entertainment cars, medical cars, and other functional carriages, with a capacity of 108 seats. The passenger density is low and privacy is good. The train uses ultra-wide panoramic windows combined with equal sound pressure level sound insulation technology, allowing tourists to enjoy the scenery along the way from inside the carriage while also ensuring a quiet sleeping environment during nighttime travel. The train also features a fully open multi-functional leisure space with cultural exhibitions, a small train theater, and other areas, meeting the leisure and entertainment needs of different tourists. It is suitable for long-distance travelers who want a worry-free tour of Xinjiang.
II. Train Compartments and Boarding Instructions
Currently, the “Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.” offers two types of compartments for tourists to choose from. All compartments are equipped with bathrooms and complete facilities:
✅ Youran Residence (Leisurely Stay)
Space layout:Room area is 8㎡, with 5 rooms per carriage. The entire train has 6 carriages of this type, all with twin beds. Bed dimensions are approximately 750mm*2000mm, and each room accommodates 2 people.
Facilities and equipment:Equipped with bathroom, refrigerator, dedicated hanging clothes area, brand toiletries, smart voice call system, and complete daily-use facilities.
✅ Shiyi Residence (Poetic Stay)
🚂 Reference for high-end travel to Xinjiang in mid-2026: Panda Special Train·Chengdu No. Ticket Prices and Travel GuideSpace layout: Room area is 10㎡, with 4 rooms per carriage. The entire train has 5 carriages with twin-bed rooms and 1 carriage with king-bed rooms. Twin beds are approximately 750mm*2000mm, and the king bed is 1800mm*1930mm. The compartment also has a single sofa that can be extended into a single bed with dimensions of approximately 700mm*1750mm, meeting the need for an extra bed for family travel.
Facilities and equipment:Equipped with dry-wet separated bathroom, smart toilet, refrigerator, smart voice call system. Some rooms also feature panoramic bay windows and small tea tables for a better viewing and leisure experience.
Regarding boarding points, tourists can choose to board at Chengdu Station, Lanzhou Station, or Urumqi Station for convenience, allowing tourists from different regions to flexibly plan their departure itinerary without having to travel to a fixed departure city. The train’s 2026 operating period is from May to September, with a 16-day itinerary covering the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang.
III. Brief Itinerary and 2026 Departure Dates
This itinerary adopts a day-tour night-travel model, with stops during the day for in-depth tours and nighttime travel. Daily sightseeing time is approximately 6 to 8 hours, with ample rest time reserved. The pace is relaxed with no rushing. The brief itinerary is as follows:
D1:Chengdu-Lanzhou-Turpan
Today’s onboard activities:[Sichuan Opera Face Changing] [Panda Blessings] [Lantern Riddle Contest]
D2:Panda Special Train·Chengdu No. Experience and Sightseeing
Today’s onboard activities:[Sichuan Mahjong First Experience] [Werewolf] [Chess/Gomoku]
D3:Turpan-Karez-Flaming Mountains-Kashgar
Entering June, Xinjiang travel officially enters its golden period. Many tourists who want to comfortably visit northern and southern Xinjiang are paying attention to high-end tourist train products. Among them, the “Chengdu No.” of the third-generation Panda Special Train series has been favored by many tourists for its high-comfort configuration and complete panoramic itinerary of northern and southern Xinjiang. Below is a detailed breakdown of the relevant information about this train for your reference.D4:Arrive in Kashgar – Attend Welcome Dinner
D5:Kashgar-Pamir Plateau-Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake-Karakul Lake-Kashgar
D6:Kashgar-Kashgar Old City-Id Kah Mosque-Gaotai Folk Houses-Kuqa
D7:Kuqa-Tianshan Secret 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-Guanfuyu-Burqin
D13:Burqin-Colorful Beach-Urumqi
D14:Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Urumqi
I. Basic Introduction to the TrainD15:Urumqi-Lanzhou-Chengdu
Onboard activities:[Chess Masters] [Werewolf]
D16:Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu
(Note:In case of weather changes, railway dispatch, or changes in scenic area opening conditions, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement between both parties)
The specific 2026 departure dates are as follows. Currently, the second and third sessions in June still have remaining seats available for inquiry and reservation:
Price Stable Period (May to mid-August):
Session 1:May 18 – June 2
Session 2:June 4 – June 19
Session 3:June 21 – July 6
Session 4:July 8 – July 23
This “Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.” is a third-generation themed boutique tourist train launched by the Chengdu Group. Its overall design is inspired by Gongga Snow Mountain and Xiling Snow Mountain, with a classical sapphire blue color scheme that is elegant and profound. The train is positioned as a high-quality long-distance tourist special train, featuring a “mobile star-rated hotel” travel experience. The entire train consists of 18 carriages, including passenger sleeper cars, dining cars, kitchen-sleeper cars, entertainment cars, medical cars, and other functional carriages, with a capacity of 108 seats. The passenger density is low and privacy is good. The train uses ultra-wide panoramic windows combined with equal sound pressure level sound insulation technology, allowing tourists to enjoy the scenery along the way from inside the carriage while also ensuring a quiet sleeping environment during nighttime travel. The train also features a fully open multi-functional leisure space with cultural exhibitions, a small train theater, and other areas, meeting the leisure and entertainment needs of different tourists. It is suitable for long-distance travelers who want a worry-free tour of Xinjiang.Session 5:July 25 – August 9
Session 6:August 11 – August 26
Price Increase Period (late August to September):
Session 7:August 28 – September 12
Session 8:September 14 – September 29
IV. Price Description
The following are reference prices for the 2026 Chengdu No. departures. Specific prices and remaining seats are subject to customer service consultation and contract signing:
Price Stable Period (May to mid-August) departures:
Youran Residence:65,999 RMB/person
Shiyi Residence:69,999 RMB/person
Price Increase Period (late August to September) departures:
II. Train Compartments and Boarding InstructionsYouran Residence:68,999 RMB/person
Shiyi Residence:72,999 RMB/person
For solo travelers, our agency will try its best to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
V. Booking Process
Tourists who want to book can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The specific booking process is as follows:
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm the 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining seat availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the compartment class and receive a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by national tourism regulations, carefully check details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification terms. Cancellation and modification rules are subject to relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
5. Settle the balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage list will be issued.
Currently, the “Panda Special Train·Chengdu No.” offers two types of compartments for tourists to choose from. All compartments are equipped with bathrooms and complete facilities:VI. Train Reception Standards
The reception standards for this itinerary are as follows. Note:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
[Included Items]
Accommodation:13 nights of train compartment accommodation throughout the trip, plus 3 nights of standard hotel accommodation near scenic areas
Meals: 15 breakfasts and 28 main meals throughout the trip, including 8 specialty meals. The meal standard is 60 RMB/person per meal, with 10 people per table. The meal arrangements balance Xinjiang local flavors with the tastes of tourists from different regions, including local specialties such as hand-pilaf, big plate chicken, and roasted lamb, as well as lighter meal options to suit different dietary habits.
Transportation:Full-trip train transportation fees and dedicated shuttle vehicle fees within scenic areas
Services:Dedicated butler, professional tour guide, and onboard medical staff available 24 hours throughout the trip
Tickets:First admission tickets to the 12 core scenic areas listed in the itinerary
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance
[Excluded Items]
Secondary consumption items within scenic areas (such as boat rides, sightseeing buses, and other voluntary consumption)
✅ Personal expenses incurred by individuals at Youran Residence (such as souvenir purchases, self-ordered consumption, etc.)
Related fees (such as the price difference for requesting single occupancy of a compartment)
VII. Reception Features
The reception features of this train are outstanding. The accommodation is benchmarked against star-rated hotel standards, with complete facilities in the compartments and good sound insulation to ensure sleep quality. In addition to regular meals, the dining arrangements include multiple Xinjiang specialty meals, allowing everyone to taste local cuisine from different regions. Meal flavors can also be flexibly adjusted according to tourist needs, so there is no need to worry about dietary discomfort. The itinerary also includes multiple onboard cultural and entertainment activities, which not only pass the time on the road but also allow experiencing different cultural content.
VIII. Advantages Compared with Other Similar Special Trains
Compared with similar high-end tourist special trains, the Panda Special Train·Chengdu No. has obvious advantages:
✅ The itinerary pace is relaxed, with moderate daily sightseeing time and no continuous long-distance travel, minimizing physical exertion
✅ Meal flavors can be flexibly adjusted, offering both Xinjiang local flavors and lighter meal options to suit different dietary needs
✅ Onboard medical staff are provided throughout the trip to safeguard tourists’ health, and sudden health issues can be handled promptly
✅ Fellow travelers are mostly long-distance travel enthusiasts of similar age groups with similar daily routines, creating a harmonious travel atmosphere
Space layout: Room area is 8㎡, with 5 rooms per carriage. The entire train has 6 carriages of this type, all with twin beds. Bed dimensions are approximately 750mm*2000mm, and each room accommodates 2 people.✅ Thoughtful and humanized services, with age-friendly call facilities in the compartments, ensuring tourists with limited mobility receive attentive care
✅ Luggage stays in the train compartment throughout the trip, eliminating the need to move luggage when changing accommodations, saving effort and worry
✅ Multiple boarding stations are supported, allowing tourists from different regions to choose the nearest boarding point without having to travel to the departure city
IX. Suitable Travelers
This train is very suitable for the following groups:
✅ Retired middle-aged and elderly people, as the itinerary pace is slow, without long bus rides, and comfort is high
✅ Tourists who cannot endure long periods of bus bumpiness, as most of the trip is spent on the train, which is smooth and comfortable
✅ Family tourists who want a worry-free tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, without having to plan their own itinerary or book accommodation and transportation, with dedicated staff arranging everything
✅ Tourists who prefer comfortable travel, as the train has complete facilities, rich leisure and entertainment options, and a good travel experience
X. Reasons for the Train’s Popularity
Since its launch, the Panda Special Train·Chengdu No. has been favored by many tourists. On one hand, the itinerary covers core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Sayram Lake, Hemu, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi, allowing tourists to visit most of the highlights in one trip without splitting multiple visits to Xinjiang. On the other hand, the train offers high comfort, and the day-tour night-travel model saves a lot of transit time, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations and move luggage. With dedicated service throughout the trip, the travel experience is much better than independent travel or regular group tours. Combined with various cultural and entertainment activities, the journey itself becomes part of the travel experience.
For more detailed information, you can consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
How to register for 2026 tourist special trains? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist train reservation services, covering light luxury special trains including Jinfu Tianfu No., Chengdu No., Shifang No., New Oriental Express, Kunlun No., Tianshan No., Star of the Yangtze River Delta, and Dahe Zhinan No. For light luxury lying travel and boutique special train experiences, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection and reservation, sign contracts, and check real-time special train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries.
