Shifang Panda Special Train From Where To Where

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🐼 Want to experience a Xinjiang tour where ‘the train travels through the scenery, and you feel like wandering in a painting’? In 2026, the Shifang Panda Special Train’s 16-day panoramic tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang has opened for pre-sale. This pre-sale guide will give you an in-depth understanding of this route, helping you plan your trip easily.
🚂 Shifang Panda Special Train:Mobile ‘Star-rated Hotel’
The Shifang Panda Special Train is a themed tourist train launched in collaboration between China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government. It made its maiden voyage on April 18, 2024, with a theme of ‘Healthy Lifestyle,’ especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers.
Train Overview:The train consists of 17 carriages with a capacity of about 466 seats, integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and entertainment.
Design Theme:The exterior features Sanxingdui bronze green and light gold, blending ancient Shu bird patterns and panda elements; the interior incorporates Shifang Mazu Zen culture, Yinghua Mountain landscapes, and a replica display area of Sanxingdui artifacts.
Carriage Facilities:
Yinghua High-end Soft Sleeper (Premium Purple Gold):Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, offering 2- or 4-person compartments of about 3.5-6.5㎡, equipped with private bathroom, 24-hour hot water, TV, charging sockets, etc.
Mazu Standard Quadruple Room (Premium/Exclusive Platinum):Located in carriages 2-6 and 12-16, offering 4-person hard sleeper compartments of about 3.3㎡, equipped with shared bathroom, TV, charging sockets, etc.
Dining and Entertainment Car:Features the ‘Yongcheng’ dining car and ‘Shigu’ multi-functional entertainment car, offering Sichuan cuisine, local dishes, and entertainment facilities like KTV, chess and cards, and tea bar.
🗺 ️ 16-day Panoramic Tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang:Quick Highlights of the Itinerary
This route covers the essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, using a ‘train follows the traveler’ model—sightseeing during the day and traveling at night, saving long-distance travel.
Core Experience:

🐼 Want to experience a Xinjiang tour where ‘the train travels through the scenery, and you feel like wandering in a painting’? In 2026, the Shifang Panda Special Train’s 16-day panoramic tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang has opened for pre-sale. This pre-sale guide will give you an in-depth understanding of this route, helping you plan your trip easily.Southern Xinjiang Charm:Stroll through Kashgar Old City, feel the Silk Road vibe; visit Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb to learn about folk culture; head to the Pamir Plateau to enjoy the magnificent views of Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, and experience the ruggedness of the Panlong Ancient Road.
Northern Xinjiang Scenery:Explore the ‘picturesque’ Kanas Lake and Hemu Village, admire the Tuvan wooden houses; feel the tranquility of ‘the last tear of the Atlantic’ at Sayram Lake; traverse the southern section of the Duku Highway, experiencing the wonder of ‘four seasons in one day.’
Culture and Cuisine:Savor Xinjiang specialties like big plate chicken and Kashgar meals, participate in ethnic dance welcomes and folk activities.
Reference Itinerary (16 days):
D1:Gather in Chengdu/Lanzhou/Xining, take the special train to Kashgar.
D2:Leisure sightseeing on the train, participate in carriage activities.
D3:Arrive in Kashgar, visit Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb, Id Kah Mosque, and Kashgar Old City.
D4:Depart from Kashgar, pass Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, and Panlong Ancient Road, arrive in Taxkorgan.
D5:Visit Golden Grassland and Stone City in Taxkorgan, experience home visits with local ethnic groups, return to Kashgar.
D6:Kashgar to Kuqa, visit Tianshan Grand Canyon, traverse the southern section of Duku Highway.
D7:Kuqa to Yining/Jinghenan, enjoy views of Gobi and grasslands along the way.
D8:Visit Sayram Lake in Yining, experience the beauty of the highland lake.

🚂 Shifang Panda Special Train: Mobile ‘Star-rated Hotel’D9:Yining to Beitun City, continue north on the special train.
D10:Beitun to Hemu, enjoy the morning and evening scenery of Hemu Village.
D11:Burqin to Kanas, in-depth tour of Kanas Lake and surrounding areas.
D12:Burqin to Beitun, then take the special train to Urumqi.
D13:Visit Urumqi’s International Grand Bazaar and other city attractions.
D14:Urumqi to Turpan, visit Grape Valley and Karez Well.
D15-D16:Return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, end the trip.
> Reminder:The above is a reference itinerary; specific arrangements may change due to weather, road conditions, or scenic spot openings. Please refer to the actual travel notice and contract.
💰 2026 Latest Price Reference
The following are reference prices for the 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour (round trip from Chengdu) in 2026. Actual prices may vary due to schedule, berth, or policy factors.
| Product Level | Room Type | Berth | Reference Price (RMB/person) |
| :— | :— | :— | :— |

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticketing Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
The Shifang Panda Special Train is a themed tourist train launched in collaboration between China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government. It made its maiden voyage on April 18, 2024, with a theme of ‘Healthy Lifestyle,’ especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers.| Premium Platinum | Standard Quadruple Room | Upper Berth | 8480 |
| | | Lower Berth | 9280 |
| Exclusive Platinum | Standard Quadruple Room | Upper Berth | 15780 |
| | | Lower Berth | 16780 |
| Premium Purple Gold | High-end Quadruple Room | Upper Berth | 27880 |
| | | Lower Berth | 28880 |
Children’s Price Reference:Children under 12 years old not occupying a berth: approximately 8980 RMB/person, including meals, transportation, guide service, etc., excluding berths, beds, tickets, etc.
Upgrade Options:Premium Purple Gold 2-person private room: usually an additional payment of about 9000 RMB/person.
Ground:If a solo traveler in the group cannot share a room, a single supplement may be required, reference standard about 4000 RMB/person.
> Note:The above prices are for reference only; the final cost is subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📝 How to Register:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
The Shifang Panda Special Train is a packaged tourism product, not sold through 12306, and must be booked through a travel agency.

Train Overview: The train consists of 17 carriages with a capacity of about 466 seats, integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and entertainment.Registration Agency:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Exclusive Consultant:Manager Wang Fei
Contact Phone:180-9596-9599
Consultation WeChat:180-9596-9599
Registration Process:
1. Consultation: Call or add WeChat, inform travel needs (number of people, time, room type, etc.).
2. Confirmation: Consultant checks schedule availability, provides detailed itinerary and quotation.
3. Contract: Submit ID information, pay deposit, sign electronic contract.
4. Payment: Pay the balance about 30 days before departure, receive the travel notice.
> Address Note:For specific meeting point details, please consult customer service when registering.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Included Items (depending on product level):

Design Theme: The exterior features Sanxingdui bronze green and light gold, blending ancient Shu bird patterns and panda elements; the interior incorporates Shifang Mazu Zen culture, Yinghua Mountain landscapes, and a replica display area of Sanxingdui artifacts.Transportation:Special train seat fee, some ground transportation (tour bus).
Accommodation:Special train accommodation and some ground hotel stays.
Meals:Some products include special train meals and ground meals.
Tickets:Some products include first entrance fees and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots.
Services:Guide service, travel accident insurance, panda butler service, etc.
Excluded Items (depending on product level):
Some products’ special train meals and ground meals.
Some products’ scenic spot entrance fees and shuttle bus fees.
Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, shopping).
Service Features:
Panda Butler:Provides luggage assistance, information consultation, and other thoughtful services.
Elderly-friendly Design:Carriages equipped with anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, shower rooms with seats and handrails.
Medical Escort:Some schedules include medical staff for basic medical support.
> Important Note:All service content and standards are subject to the travel contract you sign. In case of force majeure, both parties can negotiate itinerary changes.
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