Chengdu Panda Express ticket purchase, a new travel experience from Chengdu to Xinjiang!

Want to travel through the snow capped mountains and Gobi Desert in Xinjiang on the "Mobile Bashu Culture Museum"? Want to experience Sichuan opera face changing, authentic Sichuan cuisine on the train, and also check in on top attractions such as Kanas and Lake Selim? This one《Chengdu NumberPanda Special Train Ticket Purchase Guide "helps you easily embark on high-end immersive travel!

1、 First understand the special train: why is it the "top choice" for travel in Xinjiang?

The "Panda Special Train Chengdu" is the first panda themed quality tourist train in Southwest China jointly built by Chengdu Culture and Tourism Group and Chengdu Bureau Group. It has 18 carriages carrying 108 seats and is inspired by the "rhythm of mountains and rivers". The contours of Xiling Snow Mountain and Gongga Snow Mountain are "painted" on the body of the train, and the interior is full of surprises:

Two distinctive room types: 10 ㎡ "Poetic Residence" (24 rooms, 2 people/room) and 8 ㎡ "Leisure Residence" (30 rooms, 2 people/room), both of which are independent accommodation spaces to meet the needs of private travel;

All round supporting carriages: Golden Panda Restaurant (Shinagawa Xinjiang fusion cuisine), Yuefu Hall living room car (social and leisure), Liuyun Ge entertainment car (interactive experience), making the journey not boring;

Super caring service team: 18 panda butlers+7 vacation ambassadors+8 professional chefs+2 certified medical staff+50+logistics personnel, providing 24-hour full escort, serving as both a "life butler" and a "cultural ambassador" (able to play musical instruments and dance ethnic dances).

At present, the special train focuses on three deep routes in Xinjiang, covering core experiences such as autumn scenery in northern Xinjiang, culture in southern Xinjiang, and the Duku Highway, to meet different travel preferences:

[Chengdu Number] Borderland Gilded Populus euphratica Poem on the 14th

Populus euphratica+Plateau Secret Route, exploring the villages of the Lop people and the Pamir Plateau, focusing on niche cultural customs and authentic Western regional flavors, with high cost-effectiveness.

[Chengdu] Autumn Charm Vacation Territory Tour 16 Days and 15 Nights

The panoramic autumn scenery line of northern and southern Xinjiang connects core scenic spots such as Kanas and Sailimu Lake, balancing high-end accommodation, specialty cuisine, and Ba Shu cultural experience.

Chengdu Express: Exclusive Warehouse Territory Tour for 16 Days and 15 Nights

The Duku Highway crosses the core line and offers a one-day view of diverse landforms such as Gobi, snow capped mountains, and grasslands. It includes unique experiences such as aerial photography and boat tours, with a focus on natural wonders.

2、 The key to purchasing tickets: channels, processes, time, not a single step can be wrong

1. Identify official channels, 12306 does not sell tickets!

The special train is not sold through the 12306 official website/APP, and can only be booked through regular travel agencies designated by the railway bureau. Two reliable channels are recommended:

Telephone consultation:+86-23-88721881, available 24 hours a day, easy to consult and book!

Online registration: official website of Foot Movement Travel Train Chengdu number:https://www.cncqt.com/train/t1.htmlChoose the appropriate route, room, number of people, and other information to book online independently. If you have any questions, you can contact customer service!

Step 2.4: Complete the ticket purchase and lock the seat in advance

The special train departs regularly every month (May to November is the operating season, and seats are tight during the peak season from June to October). It is recommended to book at least 2-6 months in advance. The process is as follows:

Select itinerary+room type: inform customer service of travel time and number of people, determine the route (such as Duku Territory Tour) and room type (Poetic Residence/Leisure Residence);

Submit personal information: provide the name, ID number number (consistent with the certificate, used for booking tickets and buying insurance) and contact number of all passengers;

Deposit locking: pay deposit (transfer to travel agency's corporate account through bank card, Alipay, WeChat), and lock the seat upon receipt;

Contract signing+final payment: Sign the electronic contract of the National Tourism Supervision Platform (downloadable and archived), make up the final payment before departure, and the customer service will send a "Notice of Departure", informing the meeting time and boarding location (Chengdu Anjing Station, Lanzhou Station, Urumqi Station are optional).

3、 Must see precautions: registration requirements, refund and change rules, pre departure preparation

Not everyone can register, and health requirements must be followed

Individuals with severe hypertension, heart disease, asthma, infectious diseases, or mental illnesses are not allowed to participate and will bear the consequences of concealing their condition;

Tourists over 70 years old are required to submit a physical examination report within six months, those over 75 years old must be accompanied by their immediate family members, and those over 80 years old are temporarily not accepted.

2. There are regulations for refunds and changes

Due to the need to lock the carriage and hotel in advance for the special train, refunds and changes will be charged according to the rules. It is important to plan carefully:

Cancellation after registration: There may be a certain loss fee charged based on time

Renaming: Passengers can be changed within 3 days before departure without incurring additional fees (except for booking tickets on behalf of others).

3. Pre departure preparation checklist, prepared one week in advance

Documents: ID card (required), discount documents (student ID/senior ID, some scenic spots may use);

Clothing: Due to the large temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang, it is necessary to bring a thin jacket and a thick sweater (down jacket for autumn), as well as comfortable hiking shoes;

Other: Common medicines (such as cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine), sunscreen, sunglasses (high altitude/desert UV strong), customer service will provide a detailed list.

4、 Common questions: These questions need to be understood clearly

How are children charged? Children under 12 years old do not include train berths, hotel beds, and hotel breakfast, but include train meals, tickets, and bus parking spaces;

What is included in the cost? Including special train seats, air-conditioned buses at the destination, meals for the whole journey (train breakfast 50-68 yuan/person, dinner 120-158 yuan/person, local specialty meals such as Roasted whole lamb, whitefish), accommodation (special train+local five diamond hotel/scenic spot homestay), all tickets and scenic cars, tour guides+medical care services;

Will the itinerary change? If there is force majeure such as railway schedule adjustment or weather (such as the closure of the Duku Highway), the itinerary may be adjusted, but the service standards will not be lowered. If it cannot be operated, 5 days' notice will be given in advance.

Do you want to embark on a journey to Xinjiang where you can enjoy the scenery while lying down and immerse yourself in the culture? Contact us now and secure your spot for the peak season of 2026,Foot Movement Tourism Special Train24-hour online service for you!

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