Xinjiang
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- 10–15 days · 7 itineraries
- 2027 · 14-day China
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Discover China by rail
Your own cabin, the landscape at the window. Rail journeys through Xinjiang, Northeast China, Yunnan and Qinghai–Tibet.
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Living on the train
Your cabin travels with you — fewer hotel changes, less packing and unpacking.
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Dining & lounge cars
Dine with the landscape passing by, then settle into the lounge car.
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Where to go
From abroad to boarding
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Talk to an adviser
24 hours a day on +86-23-88721881, by live chat or email. Tell us when, who and where.
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Check documents & route
Passports, Home Return Permits and Taiwan travel permits are all accepted. Where a Xinjiang section is closed to passport holders, your adviser explains the alternative in advance.
- 3
Contract & payment
Confirm the cabin and price, then pay by PayPal, SWIFT bank transfer, UnionPay, Alipay or WeChat Pay.
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Arrive & board
Arrive in the meeting city as advised, settle into your cabin, and the journey begins.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book a rail journey in China?
Choose a train and itinerary, then select “Book” to continue on the Zudong main site. Or call +86-23-88721881 (24 hours) or chat with us, and an adviser will book for you.
How much do China tourist trains cost?
Starting prices range from ¥2,680 to ¥138,888, depending on the train, length of journey and cabin.
Can I pay from overseas?
Yes. Payment is accepted by PayPal, SWIFT bank transfer, UnionPay, Alipay, WeChat Pay and China UnionPay QuickPass.
I hold a foreign passport or a Hong Kong / Macau / Taiwan permit. Can I join?
Yes. Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan guests follow the same itinerary as mainland guests. On some Xinjiang routes, passport holders cannot enter certain sections and an alternative is arranged. Tell us your travel document when you enquire.
Is it suitable for older travellers?
Yes — your cabin travels with you, so there are fewer hotel changes. Most itineraries ask guests over 70 for a recent health report, guests over 75 to travel with a family member, and some do not accept guests over 80.
Is Zudong the train operator?
No. Zudong is a brand of Chongqing Zudong International Travel Service Co., Ltd., a licensed travel agency. In March 2026 it obtained agency rights for Panda Train · Chengdu, Panda Train · Anyi, Panda Train · Shifang, Jinxiu Tianfu.
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About Zudong
Zudong is a brand of Chongqing Zudong International Travel Service Co., Ltd., a licensed travel agency in Chongqing. In March 2026 it obtained agency rights for four Panda Train journeys: Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Shifang and Chengdu.
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