Across the vast land of China, a train carrying countless expectations and surprises is slowly approaching. The brand-new "Panda Special Train – Chengdu Train" in 2025, like a flowing artistic scroll, opens up an unprecedented luxury travel experience for tourists. It is not only the first high-end tourist special train in Southwest China but also a masterpiece that blends Tianfu culture with modern luxury.
The 2025 Xinjiang tourist special train schedule for the whole year has been announced. Our special trains include the New Western Train, Chief National Train, Gobi Cruise Series, New Silk Road National Train, Tianshan Train, Panda Special Train Shifang Train, Anyi Train, Chengdu Train, New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream Train, and various hard sleeper, soft sleeper, luxury rooms with private bathrooms, double rooms, and more.
Tourists interested in riding the tourist special train are welcome to consult the official train manager: Maizi 132 0133 3409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
1. Unique design showcasing cultural charm
The "Chengdu" Panda Special Train was meticulously crafted by top design teams from both China and abroad, drawing inspiration from famous Chinese mountains such as the majestic Gongga Snow Mountain and the beautiful Xiling Snow Mountain. The sleek and natural lines of the train body are adorned with exquisite patterns of undulating mountains, paired with Chengdu Jinsha’s "Sunbird" element, fully showcasing Oriental aesthetics and Tianfu culture.
Stepping into the train is like entering an art palace filled with cultural charm. The fully open multi-functional leisure space, the Chengdu Music Hall, themed after "bamboo culture", cleverly utilizes bamboo weaving, bamboo and wood structures, ginkgo, and other traditional Sichuan cultural elements to create variable application scenarios such as cultural exhibitions, coffee lounges, music bars, movie entertainment, and train mini-theaters. Tradition and modernity are perfectly integrated here, with an ancient charm complemented by modern comfort.
The Golden Panda Restaurant strives to create a high-quality dining space. With one chef per dining area, the restaurant features extra-large scenic windows and 18 dining tables (nine for four people and nine for two) that can accommodate 54 people simultaneously. Here, tourists can savor a culinary feast featuring Sichuan ingredients, cooking techniques, and flavors, sharing warm moments with family and friends.
The Liuyunge Entertainment Car located in carriage 18, themed after the "ginkgo", is equipped with a mobile audio-visual hall/KTV, a private business salon, a dreamy starry ceiling, special light therapy, and other functions to meet the diverse needs of tourists for entertainment, business, family gatherings, and more. Additionally, Liuyunge offers both daytime and nighttime modes, bringing visitors a unique experience.
In addition, the Chengdu Panda special train has optimized the layout of traditional trains by creating all-age-group themed spaces in the front area of the guest room cars. Specifically for parent-child groups during winter and summer vacations, a ‘Parent-Child Paradise’ has been set up, providing services such as children’s reading, entertainment, and parent-child care, allowing children to enjoy happy times during the journey.
II. Comfortable Guest Rooms for an Ultimate Experience
The train has a total of 54 guest rooms, including living room cars, dining cars, kitchen cars, entertainment cars, and guest room cars. The guest room cars adopt advanced ‘equal sound pressure level insulation technology’ to create an ultra-quiet environment for tourists, ensuring that every passenger has a peaceful and comfortable rest space during the journey.
Each room is equipped with separate dry and wet bathroom facilities, using imitation marble patterned mosaic floor tiles that are beautiful and non-slip. The rooms also have an independent mini-bar, international brand bath amenities, and a smart home system, providing tourists with a comprehensive comfortable experience in every detail.
The Leisure Residences are located in carriages 3 to 8, with a total of 6 carriages. Each carriage has 5 standard rooms, totaling 30 standard rooms across all carriages. Each room has 2 double beds measuring 0.75 * 2.00m, with a room area of 8 square meters. Each room is equipped with an independent bathroom, shower room, separate refrigerator, smart home system, etc., to meet the needs of daytime socializing and comfortable nighttime sleep.
The Poetic Residences are located in carriages 12 to 17, with a total of 6 carriages. Each carriage has 4 standard rooms/king rooms, totaling 24 standard rooms/king rooms across all carriages. Each standard room has 2 double beds measuring 0.75 * 2.00m, and an additional pull-out sofa bed that extends to 0.70 * 2.00m. Each king room has a pull-out sofa king bed measuring 1.80 * 1.93m, and an additional single bed that extends to 0.75 * 2.00m. The Poetic Residences have a room area of 10 square meters, and each room is equipped with an independent bathroom, shower room, separate refrigerator, smart home system, etc. A single sofa bed is also provided to meet the needs of daytime socializing, comfortable nighttime sleep, and extra beds for families with children.
III. A Diverse Scenery Experience in Xinjiang
In 2025, the ‘Chengdu Panda’ special train embarked on a desirable luxury tour train journey to Xinjiang. This is an innovative product that perfectly combines tourism with a dedicated train, bringing a unique travel experience to tourists.
Tourists can choose to take the train from Chengdu or Lanzhou, or board after gathering in Urumqi, Xinjiang. The departure time from Chengdu West Station or Anjing Station is expected to be at 7 am, and the departure time from Lanzhou is expected to be at 8 pm on the first day. The return trip is expected to arrive in Lanzhou at 8 am on the sixteenth day and in Chengdu at 11 pm on the sixteenth day. However, the actual departure time and stop times are subject to the approval of relevant departments.
Reservations are available for schedules and routes from May to September in the whole year of 2025. Currently, some schedules are sold out, so it is recommended to book in advance. Specific schedules and fees are as follows:
First Departure: Departing on May 18, 2025, and concluding on June 2, 2025. Leisurely Cabin: 55,999 yuan/person, Poetic Cabin: 59,999 yuan/person. Second Departure: Departing on June 4, 2025, and concluding on June 19, 2025. Leisurely Cabin: 64,999 yuan/person, Poetic Cabin: 68,999 yuan/person. Third Departure: Departing on June 21, 2025, and concluding on July 6, 2025. Leisurely Cabin: 64,999 yuan/person, Poetic Cabin: 68,999 yuan/person. Fourth Departure: Departing on July 8, 2025, and concluding on July 23, 2025. Leisurely Cabin: 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Cabin: 69,999 yuan/person. Fifth Departure: Departing on July 25, 2025, and concluding on August 9, 2025. Leisurely Cabin: 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Cabin: 69,999 yuan/person. Sixth Departure: Departing on August 11, 2025, and concluding on August 26, 2025. Leisurely Cabin: 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Cabin: 69,999 yuan/person. Seventh Departure: Departing on August 28, 2025, and concluding on September 12, 2025. Leisurely Cabin: 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Cabin: 69,999 yuan/person. Eighth Departure: Departing on September 14, 2025, and concluding on September 29, 2025. Leisurely Cabin: 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Cabin: 69,999 yuan/person.
IV. Booking Guide: Embark on a Dream Journey
It is important to note that the ‘Chengdu Panda Express’ does not sell train tickets separately on the 12306 Railway Bureau’s official website. Instead, reservations are made through official travel agency channels authorized by the Railway Bureau.
If you are interested in the ‘Panda Express・Chengdu’ luxury tourist train, welcome to consult the official customer service center of the Chengdu Express: Maizi 132 0133 3409 (copy this number to add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). Here, you can obtain detailed information about the travel dates, routes, ticket prices, and more for the Chengdu Express Xinjiang tourist train in 2025. Additionally, learn about seat distributions in the Poetic and Leisurely cabins of the Chengdu Panda Express, as well as dining car and lounge entertainment car facilities.
In 2025, take the ‘Chengdu Panda Express’ and traverse the Land of Abundance, enjoying the magnificent scenery of Xinjiang. Embark on a fantastical luxury journey! Believe that this unique train will bring you an unforgettable travel memory, allowing you to feel ultimate comfort and beauty throughout the journey.