"Panda Express Train" is a luxury tourist train carefully crafted by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. It is not just a train but also a trip to deeply experience traditional Chinese culture and natural scenery. With its unique design and high-end service, this special train provides passengers with a brand-new way of traveling.
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Features of "Chengdu Panda Express Train"
"Chengdu Panda Express Train" consists of 18 carriages, including 12 passenger carriages that provide 54 rooms with a maximum capacity of 132 passengers. The carriages include a living room carriage, dining carriage, kitchen carriage, entertainment carriage, and passenger carriage to meet the different needs of passengers. The passenger rooms adopt "equal sound pressure level sound insulation technology" to ensure that passengers enjoy an ultra-quiet and comfortable environment. Each room is equipped with a bathroom with separate dry and wet areas, an independent mini-bar, international brand bathroom amenities, and a smart home system.
Design Concept of ‘Chengdu Panda Special Train’
The design inspiration of the train comes from famous Chinese mountains such as Gongga Mountain and Xiling Snow Mountain. The body of the train is decorated with patterns of undulating mountains and the Chengdu Jinsha ‘Sunbird’ element, displaying the unique charm of Oriental aesthetics and Tianfu culture.
Overview of the 2025 ‘Panda Special Train · Chengdu’ Journey Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang:
Day 1: Depart from Chengdu, take the luxurious Chengdu Panda Special Train, passing through Lanzhou, and finally arrive in Urumqi. Day 2: Enjoy the scenery along the way on the Chengdu Panda Special Train as it crosses Gansu, arriving in Urumqi in the evening. Day 3: Depart from Urumqi to visit Tianshan Tianchi, and then take the Chengdu Panda Special Train to Kashgar. Day 4: Upon arrival in Kashgar, visit Xiangfei Garden and experience the unique charm of Kashgar. Day 5: Depart from Kashgar to visit Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, exploring the magnificent scenery of the Pamir Plateau. Day 6: Experience the natural and historical beauty of Jincaotan and Stone City in Taxkorgan County, conduct a Tajik family visit, and return to Kashgar in the evening. Day 7: Take a one-day tour of Kashgar Old Town and Id Kah Mosque, and then take the Chengdu Panda Special Train to Kuqa. Day 8: Explore the mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon in Kuqa, cross the Duku Highway, enjoy the scenery of Bayanbulak Grassland, and arrive in Nalati. Day 9: Enjoy the reputation of "Jiangnan Beyond the Great Wall" on the Nalati Grassland and head to Yining in the evening. Day 10: Depart from Yining, visit Sayram Lake, and then take the Chengdu Panda Special Train to Beitun City. Day 11: Upon arrival in Beitun, visit Colorful Beach and Jiadenyu. Day 12: Explore the natural beauty of Kanas Lake and Hemu Village. Day 13: Depart from Hemu, return to Beitun, and then take the Chengdu Panda Special Train to Urumqi. Day 14: After a brief stay in Urumqi, head to Turpan to visit Flaming Mountain and Kanerjing, and enjoy a local fruit banquet. Day 15: Depart from Turpan and return to Chengdu on the Panda Special Train Chengdu. Day 16: Arrive in Lanzhou or Chengdu, ending a delightful journey in Xinjiang.
2025 Panda Special Train Routes, How to Buy Tickets for the Panda Special Train?
The main way to purchase tickets for the ‘Panda Special Train · Chengdu’ is through official travel agencies authorized by the railway bureau. You cannot directly purchase train tickets for the Panda Special Train on the 12306 official website of the railway bureau. Here is the specific ticket purchasing process:
Consultation and Reservation: Firstly, you need to consult and make reservations through the official travel agency designated by the railway bureau. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency will provide detailed itineraries, ticket prices, departure dates, and other information about the Panda Special Train. You can consult the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency designated by the railway bureau and provide personal information: When booking, you need to provide accurate personal information, including name, ID card number, and contact phone number. Pay the deposit: Pay the deposit for the special train tour group. After confirming the departure date, you will also need to pay the balance. Sign the contract: After booking, you will sign a unified electronic contract on the National Tourism Supervision Platform. Pick-up service: Upon arrival at the destination on the departure date, the travel agency will provide round-the-clock pick-up service.
Please note that the departure dates of the Panda Special Train are usually concentrated from May to September each year, with different departure dates and itinerary arrangements each month. It is recommended to book in advance to ensure availability. If you have specific travel dates and itinerary requirements, you can directly contact the Panda Special Train responsible person Wang Fei at 180 9596 9599 for consultation and reservation.
The Chengdu Panda Special Train is equipped with five different types of carriages: living room carriage, dining carriage, kitchen carriage, entertainment carriage, and guest carriage, with a total of 54 meticulously designed guest rooms. These guest rooms adopt advanced sound insulation technology to ensure a quiet accommodation environment. Each room is equipped with modern wet and dry separated bathroom facilities, a private mini-bar, high-end toiletries, and a smart home system, providing ultimate comfort for travelers.
Panda Special Train Shifang Train Platinum Compartment Fee Schedule:
Standard four-person room (upper bunk) price: 16,980 yuan/person;
Standard four-person room (lower bunk) price: 17,980 yuan/person
Standard double room price: 22,980 yuan/person;
Panda Special Train Zijin Compartment Fee Schedule:
Premium four-person room (upper bunk) price: 27,980 yuan/person;
Premium four-person room (lower bunk) price: 28,980 yuan/person
Premium double room price: 41,980 yuan/person;
Second Phase: Panda Special Train Shifang Train Departure Dates:
June 8, June 25, July 12, July 29, August 15
Standard four-person room (upper bunk) price: 15,980 yuan/person;
Standard four-person room (lower bunk) price: 16,980 yuan/person;
Standard double room price: 23,980 yuan/person;
Panda Special Train Zijin Compartment Fee Schedule:
Premium four-person room (upper bunk) price: 29,980 yuan/person;
Premium four-person room (lower bunk) price: 30,980 yuan/person
Premium double room price: 43,980 yuan/person;
Third Phase: Panda Special Train Shifang Train Departure Dates:
Departure Dates: September 01, September 18
Panda Special Train Platinum Compartment Fee Schedule:
Standard four-person room (upper bunk) 16,980 yuan/person;
Standard four-person room (lower bunk) 17,980 yuan/person
Standard double room price: 24,980 yuan/person;
Panda Special Train Zijin Compartment Fee Schedule:
Premium four-person room (upper bunk) 30,980 yuan/person;
Premium four-person room (lower bunk) 31,980 yuan/person
Premium double room price: 44,980 yuan/person;
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