Chengdu Panda Train Route and Ticket Prices
Carefully planned and created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd., the "Chengdu Panda Train" leads a new trend in railway travel with its unique design and excellent service. The entire train consists of 18 carriages, with a total of 54 luxury guest rooms, capable of accommodating 108尊贵passengers at the same time, and can be flexibly adjusted to 132 people according to demand.
I. Overview of Car Body Features
"Chengdu Panda Train" is not just a train, but a mobile palace. With 18 carriages in total, including a living room carriage, a dining carriage, a kitchen carriage, an entertainment carriage, and various types of guest carriages, it provides passengers with a comprehensive comfortable experience. In design, the train draws inspiration from the magnificent elements of famous mountains in China such as Gongga Mountain and Xiling Snow Mountain. The car body adopts a classical琉璃 blue tone and cleverly incorporates the subtle pattern of the "Sunbird" unearthed from the Jinsha Site Museum in Chengdu, creating a profound and elegant aesthetic feeling.
II. Detailed Introduction to Compartment Types and Facilities Youranju Compartment: With an area of about 8 square meters, it is equipped with an independent bathroom, an independent refrigerator, and a smart home system. It has two single beds, suitable for single or double occupancy. Shiyiju Compartment: With an area of about 10 square meters, it is also equipped with an independent bathroom, an independent refrigerator, and a smart home system. However, it has a single sofa bed that can be flexibly converted into a family room for three people, meeting the needs of family travel.
III. 2025 Chengdu Panda Train Itinerary:
Day 1: Chengdu/Lanzhou – Urumqi (Overnight on Panda Train)
Day 2: Arrival in Urumqi (Overnight in Urumqi)
Day 3: Urumqi – Tianshan Heavenly Lake – Kashgar (Overnight on Panda Train)
Day 4: Kashgar – Fragrant Princess Garden – Kashgar (Overnight in Kashgar City)
Day 5: Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Taxkorgan (Overnight in Taxkorgan)
Day 6: Taxkorgan – Golden Grassland – Stone City – Tajik Family Visit – Kashgar (Overnight in Kashgar City)
Day 7: Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Kucha (Overnight on Panda Train)
Day 8: Kucha – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Bayibuluke Grassland – Nalati (Overnight in Nalati Town)
Day 9: Nalati Grassland – Tianshan Flower Sea – Yining (Overnight in Yining City)
Day 10: Yining – Sayram Lake – Yining – Beitun (Overnight on Panda Train)
Day 11: Beitun – Colorful Beach – Jiadengyu (Overnight at Jiadengyu)
Day 12: Jiadengyu – Kanas – Hemu (Overnight at Hemu Scenic Area)
Day 13: Altay – Beitun – Urumqi (overnight on Panda Train)
Day 14: Urumqi – Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Karez Well – Fruit Feast – Turpan (overnight in Turpan)
Day 15: Turpan – Return Journey (overnight on Panda Train)
Day 16: Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu group disbandment
IV. Itinerary Arrangement and Departure Location
Passengers can choose to depart from Chengdu, Lanzhou, or Urumqi, Xinjiang, to enjoy a luxurious 16-day panoramic journey across northern and southern Xinjiang. Specific departure and disbandment times are as follows: Departure Time from Chengdu West Railway Station or Anjing Station: 7 am Departure Time from Lanzhou: 8 pm on the first day Arrival Time in Lanzhou on the return trip: 8 am on the 16th day Arrival Time in Chengdu on the return trip: 11 pm on the 16th day
V. Yearly Schedule and Price Information
"Chengdu Express · Panda Train" offers multiple schedules throughout the year, with different departure dates and itinerary plans for each session. Prices vary based on the departure date and cabin type, as follows: First Session (May 18 to June 2, 2025): Leisure Suite at 55,999 yuan/person, Poetic Suite at 59,999 yuan/person Second to Eighth Sessions (specific dates see above): Leisure Suite price range from 64,999 yuan to 65,999 yuan/person, Poetic Suite price range from 68,999 yuan to 69,999 yuan/person
VI. 2025 Chengdu Express Yearly Schedule Diagram:
Departure from Chengdu with Chengdu Express Panda Train multiple departure points:
You can choose Chengdu, Lanzhou, or Urumqi as your assembly point. First Session: May 18, 2025 – June 2, 2025 Second Session: June 4, 2025 – June 19, 2025 Third Session: June 21, 2025 – July 6, 2025 Fourth Session: July 8, 2025 – July 23, 2025 Fifth Session: July 25, 2025 – August 9, 2025 Sixth Session: August 11, 2025 – August 26, 2025 Seventh Session: August 28, 2025 – September 12, 2025 Eighth Session: September 14, 2025 – September 29, 2025
VII. Booking Guide Contact Customer Service for Information: Call the dedicated customer service hotline at 181 3962 2229 to reach Manager Guo Jing or add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information. Purchase Channel Instructions: Please purchase through the official travel agency channels designated by the railway bureau. It is not sold on the 12306 railway bureau’s official website. Booking Time Recommendation: It is recommended to book in advance to ensure a smooth travel plan. Travel Routes and Times: We offer a 16-day panoramic travel route covering both northern and southern Xinjiang, with departure dates mainly concentrated from May to November. Ticket Booking and Registration Process: Provide accurate ID information, pay the deposit, and settle the final payment before departure. Contract Signing and Airport/Station Pickup Service: After completing the booking, sign a unified electronic contract. Upon arrival in Urumqi, 24/7 airport/station pickup service will be provided, along with hotel accommodation or free-time activities arrangements.
"Chengdu Express · Panda Train" looks forward to your joining us for an unforgettable luxurious railway journey!