’Panda Train · Chengdu’: A Dreamlike Journey Through the Scenic Beauties of Xinjiang. Across the vast expanse of China, a train filled with the dreams and curiosity of travelers slowly departs—it is the newly unveiled ‘Panda Train · Chengdu’. This is not just a train, but a dreamlike journey through the scenic beauties of Xinjiang, leading every passenger to explore this mysterious and magnificent land in depth. How to book tickets for the Chengdu Panda Train in 2025? How can one book tickets for the Chengdu Train in 2025? Friends who plan to book the Chengdu Panda Train can consult and call the official booking center hotline of the Chengdu Train, account manager: Maizi 132 01333409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and to request detailed route information)
I. Train Introduction
"Panda Special Train · Chengdu Express" is a tourist train meticulously planned and efficiently operated by China Railway Chengdu Group, and will be fully operational in 2025. This tourist train not only boasts exquisite interior and exterior decoration, integrating the rich regional characteristics and cultural heritage of Sichuan to showcase a unique charm, but has also undergone comprehensive upgrades in design and service, aiming to provide passengers with an unforgettable travel experience.
The overall design of the train is inspired by famous mountains in China such as Mount Gongga and Xiling Snow Mountain, complemented by the classical color of sapphire blue. The undulating lines of the mountains stretch across the carriage body, while details are adorned with subtle patterns of the "Sunbird" from Jinsha Site Museum in Chengdu, perfectly integrating Eastern aesthetics with Tianfu culture, exhibiting a profound and elegant beauty. The train is designed with ultra-wide windows, offering an extreme viewing experience; at the same time, it adopts new sound insulation technology to create an ultra-quiet living environment, allowing passengers to enjoy tranquility and comfort during the journey.
II. Introduction to Entertainment Facilities in Train Carriage Room Types
The train consists of 18 carriages in total, with 54 rooms and a seating capacity of 108. Among them, 15 carriages are passenger carriages, including 6 poetic suites and 6 leisurely suites, each equipped with an independent toilet and shower facilities to ensure convenience and comfort during the journey. In addition, two gourmet food carriages and one leisure and entertainment carriage have been specially added to meet the different needs of passengers.
"Chengdu Express Panda Special Train" Room Type Introduction:
1. "Chengdu Express" Panda Special Train: Poetic Abode
"Poetic Abode" Four-Suite Passenger Car: Poetic Abode (10㎡ room): Equipped with a comfortable double bed and a single sofa bed, it provides dual-mode applications for day and night, meeting various needs such as daytime leisure and socializing, comfortable nighttime sleep, and can be converted into a family room, suitable for family travel.
2. "Chengdu Express" Panda Special Train: Leisurely Abode
"Leisurely Abode" Five-Suite Passenger Car: Leisurely Abode (8㎡ room): Equipped with two single beds, it meets various needs such as daytime leisure and socializing, and comfortable nighttime sleep, suitable for two people to travel and stay.
Both room types are equipped with a smart home system (smart voice call system), an independent mini table, an independent mini fridge, a wardrobe, and a dry and wet separated shower room, meeting everyone’s personalized needs.
3. "Chengdu Express" Panda Special Train Golden Panda Restaurant: A delicate dining experience with one chef per table, complemented by a comfortable and pleasant dining environment, plus a bright view from the extra-large scenic windows. This restaurant thoughtfully arranges 18 dining tables – nine for four people and nine for two, accommodating a total of 54 diners to enjoy delicious food simultaneously. The restaurant is committed to providing a culinary experience that brings together Sichuan ingredients, exquisite Sichuan cuisine skills, and authentic Sichuan flavors, aiming to create a high-quality living space where you can share unforgettable food feasts with family and friends.
4. ‘Chengdu’ Panda Express Train Music Hall (Living Room Car):
This fully open multi-functional leisure space cleverly incorporates elements rich in Sichuan’s traditional cultural characteristics, such as bamboo weaving, bamboo and wood structures, and ginkgo. Centered around the theme of ‘bamboo culture’, it designs diversified and variable application scenarios such as cultural exhibitions, coffee lounges, music bars, movie entertainment, and train theaters. The overall decoration of the space cleverly combines traditional bamboo weaving art with contemporary design concepts, not only showcasing the profound heritage and rustic charm of Tianfu culture but also maintaining the fashionable atmosphere and comfortable experience of modern life.
III. Chengdu Panda Express Train Itinerary Arrangements
The itinerary of the ‘Panda Express Train · Chengdu’ is truly diverse, covering Xinjiang’s most popular attractions, including mountains, lakes, grasslands, flower seas, glaciers, plateaus, deserts, and other natural landscapes, as well as rich ethnic customs and cultural heritage. The entire itinerary starts from Chengdu or Lanzhou, Urumqi, and other places, spanning 16 days, taking passengers on an in-depth exploration of every corner of Xinjiang.
Overview of the 2025 ‘Chengdu Panda Express Train’ Itinerary:
Day 1: Depart from Chengdu or Lanzhou, take the Panda Express Train to Urumqi, resting on the train at night.
Day 2: Arrive in Urumqi, spend the whole day visiting and stay overnight.
Day 3: Depart from Urumqi, visit Tianchi Lake of Mount Tianshan, then continue to Kashgar, resting again on the Panda Express Train at night.
Day 4: Spend the whole day visiting Kashgar, including Xiangfei Garden and other attractions, staying overnight in Kashgar City.
Day 5: Depart from Kashgar, head to Baishahu and Karakul Lake, and finally arrive in Tajik Autonomous County, staying overnight there.
Day 6: Visit the Golden Grassland and Stone City in Tajik Autonomous County, conduct a Tajik family visit, then return to Kashgar, staying overnight in Kashgar City.
Day 7: Visit Kashgar City, including Kashgar Old Town and Id Kah Mosque, then head to Kuqa, resting on the Panda Express Train at night.
Day 8: Depart from Kuqa, visit Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon and the southern section of the Duku Highway, then proceed to Bayinbuluke Grassland and Nalati, staying overnight in Nalati Town.
Day 9: Visit Nalati Grassland and Tianshan Flower Sea, then head to Yining, staying overnight in Yining City.
Day 10: Depart from Yining, visit Sayram Lake, then return to Yining and head to Beitun, resting on the Panda Express Train at night.
Day 11: Depart from Beitun, visit Colorful Beach, then head to Jiadengyu, staying overnight in Jiadengyu.
Day 12: Depart from Jiadengyu, visit Kanas, then head to Hemu, staying overnight in the Hemu scenic area.
Day 13: Depart from Hemu, return to Beitun, then head to Urumqi, resting on the Panda Express Train at night.
Day 14: Depart from Urumqi, head to Turpan, visit Flaming Mountain, Kanerjing, and enjoy a fruit banquet, staying overnight in Turpan.
Day 15: Depart from Turpan and start the return journey, resting on the Panda Express Train at night.
Day 16: Arrive in Lanzhou or Chengdu, the trip ends, and the group disbands.
IV. Chengdu Panda Express Train Service Features
"Panda Express Train · Chengdu" has also undergone a comprehensive upgrade in service, aiming to provide passengers with meticulous and personalized service. Here are some service features:
Professional crew team: The train is equipped with a professional crew team who have undergone rigorous training and possess rich service experience and professionalism. They will sincerely provide passengers with attentive service and assistance to ensure their comfort and happiness during the journey.
Diverse accommodation options: The train is equipped with various types of guest rooms, including poetic suites and leisure suites, to meet the needs of different passengers. Each room is equipped with an independent bathroom and shower facilities to ensure convenience and comfort for passengers during the journey.
Gourmet carriage: The train also specially adds a gourmet carriage, providing various Xinjiang specialties and beverages. Passengers can taste authentic Xinjiang cuisine on the train and enjoy a feast for the taste buds.
Recreation carriage: The train also has a recreation carriage, providing various leisure activities such as music bars, cultural exhibitions, coffee lounges, movie entertainment, etc. Passengers can relax and enjoy their leisure time during the journey here.
Full-time pick-up service at stations/airports: The train will provide all-weather pick-up services at stations/airports during departure and return. Passengers don’t need to worry about transportation issues and can start and end this trip easily and happily.
V. Chengdu Panda Express Train Booking Guide
Passengers who want to ride the "Panda Express Train · Chengdu" can make bookings through the following methods:
Booking channels: "Panda Express Train · Chengdu" is a tourism + train product and is not sold on the official 12306 railway bureau website. For specific booking hotlines, you can call the official train manager’s phone number for consultation and booking. Chengdu Train Official Booking Center Special Line Account Manager: Maizi 132 01333409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and to request detailed route information)
Booking time: Generally speaking, "Panda Express Train · Chengdu" will announce the specific departure schedule, itinerary, and fee standards from January to March each year. Once announced, passengers can immediately make bookings. However, since the Xinjiang tourist train does not operate every day, but rather operates regularly each month, it is recommended that passengers book in advance to avoid the situation of having no seats when temporarily planning to join the tourist train.
Booking process: After communicating with the staff of "Panda Express Train · Chengdu", passengers need to choose a tourist train product that suits their time and preferences, and confirm the departure time and selected product. Subsequently, send your name and ID card number to the staff for confirmation. After paying the advance deposit for train tickets, passengers will receive a unified receipt from the company and sign a unified electronic contract for national tourism service supervision. This marks the successful booking.
"Panda Express Train · Chengdu" has prepared everything for you, just waiting for you to embark on this fantasy journey. Let’s travel through the beautiful scenery and culture of Xinjiang, and feel the charm of nature and the flavor of humanity!