The ‘Panda Express Train’ is a model of high-end tourist trains created by China Railway Corporation. Its design concept revolves around the ‘national treasure panda’. The decorations inside and outside the train body, as well as the finer details, cleverly integrate the cultural essence of various regions, comprehensively presenting regional customs through diversified expression techniques. Spanning 10,336 kilometers of vast land, it connects Sichuan, Gansu, and Xinjiang provinces and regions, passing through 25 stations and adjacent to 24 scenic spots. This train journey is undoubtedly a dual feast for the eyes and soul. During the extraordinary 17-day journey, the ‘Panda Express Train’ is like a magical dragon leading passengers to shuttle between magnificent mountains and rivers, and to delve deeply into the stunning scenery of Urumqi, Altay, Yili, Kucha, Kashgar, Turpan, and other places, embarking on an in-depth journey to explore natural wonders and cultural heritage. Urumqi (Tianshan Heavenly Lake) / Burqin (Kanas, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach) / Bortala (Sayram Lake) / Yining (Horgos Port, Tianshan Flower Sea, Nalati Grassland) / Middle and Southern Sections of the Duku Highway / Hejing (Bayanbulak Grassland) / Korla (Lop Nur Village) / Kucha (Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, Kucha王府 (王府 refers to a royal palace or mansion, but in this context, it may refer to a specific historical site or mansion associated with Kucha), Kucha Great Nang City) / Atush (White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake) / Kashgar (Pamirs Plateau, Dragon’s Spine Road, Taxkorgan County, Stone City, Golden Grass Beach, Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, Xiangfei Garden) / Turpan (Karez Wells, Flaming Mountain, Grape Valley) Panoramic Xinjiang Luxury Panda Express Train 17 Days: For information on how to book tickets and register for the Panda Express Train, which city is the destination and starting point of the Panda Express Train, how much are the ticket prices, detailed descriptions of the train formation and the inside of the carriages, the annual schedule of the Panda Express Train has been released. Tourists who want to ride the Panda Express Train are welcome to consult the official train manager: Maizi 132 01333409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). I. Introduction to Panda Compartments:
1. Platinum Return Suite · Standard Quadruple Room
Each carriage contains 10 four-person compartments. Each section is equipped with toilets, washrooms, and showers.
Each compartment is equipped with a tea table, providing convenience for you to enjoy tea and discuss philosophy in your spare time; storage bins and TVs add comfort and convenience to your journey;
The charging sockets are especially considerate, allowing you to stay connected to the world at any time during your trip.
Here, you will enjoy the prestigious experience brought by senior sleeper, making your journey a memorable one. 2. Zijin Yashe Senior Four-Person Cabin
Each carriage has a total of 6 senior compartments, equipped with sofas, round tables, TVs, call buttons, charging sockets, two toilets, showers, and all-weather hot water supply, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable private space during the trip. The design concept of senior soft sleeper focuses on humanization. From the moment you step into the carriage, you will be surrounded by a warm and comfortable environment. Here, you can put down your fatigue and enjoy a peaceful journey. II. Panda Train Xinjiang Tourism Train Schedule and Price List:
The Panda Train Xinjiang Tourism Train can depart from multiple assembly points in Chengdu/Lanzhou/Urumqi.
1. Platinum Guige Compartment
Departure dates: July 17, August 3, August 20 (departing from Chengdu/Lanzhou)
Chengdu/Lanzhou departure and destination:
[Boxing Guige Standard 4-Person Cabin] Upper berth: 19,880 yuan/person, Lower berth: 20,980 yuan/person
Departure dates: September 6, September 23 (departing from Chengdu/Lanzhou)
Chengdu/Lanzhou departure and destination:
[Guige Standard 4-Person Cabin] Upper berth: 20,880 yuan/person, Lower berth: 21,980 yuan/person
2. Zijin Yashe Compartment
Departure dates: July 17, August 3, August 20 (departing from Chengdu/Lanzhou)
Chengdu/Lanzhou departure and destination:
[Zijin Yashe Standard 4-Person Cabin] Upper berth: 29,999 yuan/person, Lower berth: 30,999 yuan/person
[Zijin Yashe 2-Person Cabin] Lower berth: 39,999 yuan/person (about 12 people/carriage section)
Departure dates: September 6, September 23 (departing from Chengdu/Lanzhou)
Chengdu/Lanzhou departure and destination:
[Zijin Yashe Standard 4-Person Cabin] Upper berth: 31,999 yuan/person, Lower berth: 32,999 yuan/person
[Zijin Yashe 2-Person Cabin] Lower berth: 41,999 yuan/person (about 12 people/carriage section) III. Panda Train Itinerary Arrangement
Day 1: Chengdu/Lanzhou – Urumqi
Day 2: Arrival in Urumqi
Day 3: Urumqi – Tianchi Lake of Mount Tianshan – Lovely Xinjiang Welcome Dinner – Beitun
Day 4: Beitun – Hemu
Day 5: Hemu – Kanas
Day 6: Kanas – Colorful Beach – Burqin – Beitun – Yining
Day 7: Yining – Sayram Lake – Khorgos Port – Yining
Day 8: Yining – Tianshan Flower Sea – Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayin Town
Day 9: Bayanbulak – South Section of Duku Highway – Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa
Day 10: Kuqa – Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves – Kuqa Wangfu – Kuqa Big Nang City – Kashgar
Day 11: Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Panlong Ancient Road – Tajik Autonomous County
Day 12: Tajik Autonomous County – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – White Sand Lake – Kashgar
Day 13: Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Xiangfei Garden – Korla
Day 14: Korla – Village of Lop Nur People – Turpan
Day 15: Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Kanerjing – Grape Valley – return trip
Day 16: The train is in operation (Lanzhou disembarkation time is around 21:00 at night)
Day 17: Arrival in Chengdu IV. Detailed expenses of the Panda Train:
【Expenses Included】
【Transportation】: Luxury Panda Tourism Train + destination air-conditioned tourist coach;
【Catering】: 15 breakfasts and 32 dinners throughout the trip, including 6 special meals (Burqin cold-water fish, Yining stewed mutton, Tajikistan County yak beef hotpot, Yuli roast whole sheep, Ka
Halal meals, Turpan fruit banquet), land breakfast is mostly provided by the hotel, train breakfast standard is 30 yuan/person, land dinner standard is 70 yuan/person, train
Meal standard on the train is 60 yuan/person, special meal is 120-150 yuan/person. Due to collective dining, meals not consumed will not be refunded. Please understand!
【Guide】: Guides with more than 3 years of experience;
【Tickets】: All tickets and scenic transportation within the itinerary are included (Tianshan Tianchi, Kanerjing, Grape Valley, Flaming Mountain, Colorful Beach, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Huo
Irkeshtam Port, Bayinbrook Grassland, Tianshan Flower Sea, Nalati Grassland, Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, Kuqa王府, Kuqa Grand
Nang City, Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, Karakul Lake, Baisha Lake, Xiangfei Garden, Lop Nor Village, etc.);
【Insurance】: Tourism liability insurance, with an additional complimentary travel accident insurance with a maximum coverage of 200,000 yuan per person;
【Shopping】: Pure play, no shopping;
【Accommodation】: Online review five-diamond or the highest local diamond standard, special arrangements for Kanas/Hemu log cabins; reference hotels
Urumqi: Urumqi Ruihao International Hotel, Northwest Petroleum Hotel or equivalent
Kanas: Kanas Log Cabins (Flower Lane, Tranquil Village, Cloudy Pavilion, Forest Lake Cottage, etc.)
Hemu: Hemushan Village, Yuyuan Village or equivalent
Yining: Yininghe Hotel, Yining Tianyuan International or equivalent
Turpan: Turpan Huoshanhong Hotel, Xiyu Kasi Hotel or equivalent
Nalati: Nalati Cultural Tourism Resort Hotel, Jinling Mountain Villa or equivalent
Bayin Town: Ougede, Xueyu, Yunshangzun or equivalent
Kuqa Section: Kuqa Grand Hotel or Kuqa Tianyuan International or equivalent
Kashgar: Kashgar Laining Hotel, Kashgar Hotel, Nanjiang Global Harbor or equivalent
Tajikistan County: Yingbin Hotel, Europa Garden, Qianhai Hotel, Yunjing or equivalent; Introduction to the Panda Entertainment Carriage
Introduction to the Panda Restaurant:
A total of 13 dining tables are set up, accommodating 38 people at the same time, with 6 tables for 4 people and 7 tables for 2 people.
Dishes: Mainly Sichuan cuisine, with special ethnic meals provided according to the itinerary, as well as panda-themed snacks.
All meals are freshly cooked and served
Regarding how to book tickets and register for the Panda Express Train, which city is the destination and starting point of the Panda Express Train, how much are the ticket prices, detailed explanations of the train formation and the carriages inside the Panda Express Train, the annual schedule of the Panda Express Train has been released. Tourists who want to ride the Panda Express Train are welcome to consult the official train manager: Maizi 132 01333409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and to request detailed route information)