The "Panda Express Train – Anyi" is designed with inspiration from Sichuan’s iconic "panda". The exterior and interior cleverly integrate the regional characteristics of Sichuan, Guizhou, and Chongqing. This project was planned in 2020 and officially launched in March 2021. The entire train consists of 17 carriages and can accommodate 332 passengers. Taking this Panda Express Train – Anyi is like embarking on a fantastic journey through time and space. You will transform into a panda ambassador exploring the West, holding an exclusively customized travel document, participating in a series of engaging interactive activities, and ultimately receiving unique surprises. The annual schedules for the Panda Express Train – Anyi in 2025 have been announced. For bookings, please contact official customer service manager Yang Jia at 133 2555 9266 (adding as a friend will enable free consultation and access to detailed itinerary information). I. Introduction to the Carriages of the "Panda Express Train – Anyi":
1. Panda Elegance Suite – Premium Double Room: Limited to 8 rooms across the entire train, offering a private space of 9.7 square meters, equipped with five-star hotel standard bedding, smart door locks, and multi-functional facilities. It also features an independent toilet and shower area. 2. Panda Comfort Suite – Deluxe Quadruple Room: There are 124 rooms, each with an area of 6.5 square meters, spacious and comfortable. The central round table is suitable for various recreational activities, and there are public showers within the carriage. 3. Panda Homestead – Standard Quadruple Room: A total of 200 rooms are available, with 40 people sharing 2 showers, and the space is reasonably planned. 4. Panda Joyland: This is a multi-functional carriage integrating gathering parties, board games, tea tasting, and lounging, meeting the diverse leisure needs of passengers. 5. Leisure Lounge Carriage: Equipped with a music performance area and train lounge, it is divided into static and dynamic zones and can accommodate live performances by small bands. At the same time, it serves high-end beverages and gourmet foods. 6. Panda Gourmet Carriage: It integrates functions such as a fine dining restaurant, stylish lounge, and coffee bar, offering a diverse selection of dishes. Special cuisines and beverages are introduced according to the itinerary. II. Stopping Stations of the "Panda Express Train – Anyi":
"Panda Express" is a high-end tourist train meticulously planned by China Railway. The design theme closely revolves around the "panda" element, and the interior and exterior decorations and details of the train body cleverly integrate regional cultural characteristics. With a total distance of 10,336 kilometers, it spans Sichuan, Gansu, and Xinjiang provinces and regions, stops at 25 stations, and visits 24 famous scenic spots, making it a breathtaking train journey. During this 15-day dreamlike journey, the "Panda Express" is like a magical dragon, leading us to traverse the vast land and explore the stunning scenery of Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, Kashgar, and Turpan. III. "Panda Train · Anyi Express" Itinerary Planning:
Day 1: Chengdu/Lanzhou to Urumqi
Day 2: Arrival in Urumqi
Day 3: Urumqi – Tianshan Heavenly Lake – Welcome Dinner – Beitun
Day 4: Beitun – Burqin – Hemu Village – Jadenyu
Day 5: Jadenyu – Kanas – Burqin
Day 6: Burqin – Colorful Beach – Beitun
Day 7: Sayram Lake – Six-Star Street – Yining
Day 8: Nalati Grassland – Bayanbulak Grassland
Day 9: Bayanbulak Town – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa – Kashgar
Day 10: Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Tajik Homestay – Tajik Autonomous County
Day 11: Tajik Autonomous County – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City – White Sand Lake – Kashgar
Day 12: Kashgar – Kashgar Old Town – Gaotai Residential Area – Mosque – Hami
Day 13: Hami – Return Prince’s Palace – Orchard Picking Experience
Day 14: Dahaiti – Hami – Return Journey
Day 15: Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu. IV. Prices for ‘Panda Train – Anyi’
1. First Session:
May 20, 2025
Panda Comfortable Residence – Standard Quadruple Room: Upper bunk 17,980 yuan, Lower bunk 18,980 yuan
Panda Comfortable Suite – Luxury Quadruple Room: Upper bunk 29,980 yuan, Lower bunk 30,980 yuan
Panda Elegant Residence – Superior Quadruple Room: Upper bunk 32,980 yuan, Lower bunk 33,980 yuan
Panda Elegant Residence – Premium Double Room: 50,980 yuan/person
Panda Elegant Residence – Premium Double Room (Upgraded Version): 58,980 yuan/person. 2. Second to Sixth Sessions:
June 5, 2025, June 21, 2025, July 7, 2025, July 23, 2025, August 8, 2025
Panda Comfortable Residence – Standard Quadruple Room: Upper bunk 18,980 yuan, Lower bunk 19,980 yuan
Panda Comfortable Suite – Luxury Quadruple Room: Upper bunk 32,980 yuan, Lower bunk 33,980 yuan
Panda Elegant Residence – Superior Quadruple Room: Upper bunk 35,980 yuan, Lower bunk 36,980 yuan
Panda Elegant Residence – Premium Double Room: 56,980 yuan/person
Panda Elegant Residence – Premium Double Room (Upgraded Version): 67,980 yuan/person. 3. Seventh to Ninth Sessions:
August 24, 2025, September 9, 2025, September 25, 2025
Panda Comfortable Residence – Standard Quadruple Room: Upper bunk 19,980 yuan, Lower bunk 20,980 yuan
Panda Comfortable Suite – Luxury Quadruple Room: Upper bunk 33,980 yuan, Lower bunk 34,980 yuan
Panda Elegant Residence – Superior Quadruple Room: Upper bunk 36,980 yuan, Lower bunk 37,980 yuan
Panda Elegant Residence – Premium Double Room: 57,980 yuan/person
Panda Elegant Residence – Premium Double Room (Upgraded Version): 70,980 yuan/person. V. Booking Guide for ‘Panda Train – Anyi’
1. Ticket Purchase Method:
The unique train tourism product ‘Panda Train – Anyi’ is not sold through the official 12306 railway website. To purchase, please do so through formal travel agencies authorized by the railway bureau.
2. Advance Booking:
The booking for ‘Panda Train – Anyi’ is usually announced between January and March each year. Bookings can be made once the information is released. Given the limited number of departures, it is recommended to book as early as possible. 3. Itinerary Overview:
The ‘Panda Train – Anyi’ mainly offers a 15-day panoramic travel route covering both northern and southern Xinjiang, with Chengdu as both the starting and ending point. Destinations cover both northern and southern Xinjiang, with departure dates concentrated from May to September, with multiple departure dates and different itinerary designs each month. 4. Booking Process:
After selecting the travel date and itinerary, first confirm the booking and provide accurate identity information (including name, ID card number, and contact phone number), then pay the deposit and settle the balance before departure.
5. Follow-up Services:
After completing the reservation, an electronic contract will be signed through the National Tourism Supervision Platform. On the day of arrival in Urumqi, round-the-clock pick-up services from the train station or airport will be provided. Typically, the first day will be arranged for hotel check-in and rest or free activities, with the journey to Xinjiang starting the next day.