Panda Special Train Shifang Route June September How to Book

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🚂 If you’re considering a long-distance trip to etch ‘Xinjiang’ into your memory, the ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’ 16-day full tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang is a choice worth serious consideration.
This train departs from Chengdu, heading west, linking the iconic landscapes of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. In the rhythm of ‘sightseeing by day, traveling by night,’ you can take in classic destinations like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kashgar Old City all at once.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:16-Day In-Depth Tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang
This route adopts a ‘one line, multiple tours; travel by night, sightsee by day; one ticket for the whole journey’ model, arranging long-distance travel at night and leaving precious daytime for exploration and experiences.
Itinerary Overview:The entire journey lasts 16 days, starting from Chengdu (or Lanzhou, Xining), following the ancient Silk Road to Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang, then returning to Northern Xinjiang, and finally back to the departure point.
Core Experiences:
Northern Xinjiang Scenery:Experience the tranquility of forests and lakes at Kanas and Hemu; admire the sunset at Wucaitan in Burqin; feel the blend of city and oasis in Urumqi.
Southern Xinjiang Charm:Stroll through Kashgar Old City, experiencing the rich Silk Road atmosphere; on the Pamir Plateau, gaze at the grandeur of snow-capped mountains and lakes; visit Tashkurgan to learn about the lives of various ethnic groups.
Road Wonders:Experience the unique charm of the Duku Highway’s ‘one day through four seasons,’ with some sections switching to 7-seat cars for more flexible travel through canyons and grasslands.
🛏 ️ Train Experience:‘A Five-Star Hotel on Wheels’
The Shifang Panda Special Train is hailed as a ‘mobile hotel and living room.’ With 17 carriages and a capacity of 466 seats, its hardware and services are designed for ‘comfort’ and ‘elderly-friendliness.’
🚪 Carriage Configuration:
Premium Purple Gold (High-End Soft Sleeper):Located in 3 ‘Yinghua’ carriages, offering high-end double and quadruple rooms. Each carriage has its own bathroom and shower, providing a more private environment.
Premium Platinum (High-End Hard Sleeper):Located in 10 ‘Mazu’ carriages, standard quadruple rooms with practical space and high cost-effectiveness.

🚂 If you’re considering a long-distance trip to etch ‘Xinjiang’ into your memory, the ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’ 16-day full tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang is a choice worth serious consideration.Public Areas:Includes a dining car and a multi-functional entertainment car (with KTV, tea bar, chess and card area) to meet social and entertainment needs during the journey.
🛌 Elderly-Friendly Details:Considering the needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers, the train features thoughtful designs such as widened ladders, anti-slip handrails, multiple charging sockets and reading lights in rooms, and anti-slip floors and emergency call buttons in showers.
🍽 ️ Dining and Culture:The dining car offers a fusion of Sichuan and Xinjiang cuisine, with low-oil, low-salt healthy options available. The journey also includes rich cultural activities like Sichuan opera face-changing, dance performances, intangible cultural heritage experiences, and health lectures, making the trip enjoyable.
🩺 Support:Each train is equipped with professional medical staff and common medicines, providing medical consultations or free clinics to ensure health during the journey.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary:16-Day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Loop
The following is an itinerary overview; specific arrangements are subject to the tour confirmation and contract.
D1:Gather and Depart
Depart from Chengdu (or Lanzhou/Xining) on the special train, starting the Xinjiang journey.
D2:Relax on the Train
Familiarize yourself with the train facilities, participate in onboard cultural activities, and make new friends.
D3-D5:Southern Xinjiang Charm
Arrive in Kashgar, visit Xiangfei Garden, Id Kah Mosque, and Kashgar Old City; head to the Pamir Plateau to enjoy the stunning views of Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, experience the Panlong Ancient Road, and visit local ethnic families.
D6-D7:Silk Road Crossing
Travel from Kashgar to Kuqa, enjoying the Gobi and canyon scenery along the way, visit the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, and experience the unique terrain of the southern section of the Duku Highway.

This train departs from Chengdu, heading west, linking the iconic landscapes of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. In the rhythm of ‘sightseeing by day, traveling by night,’ you can take in classic destinations like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kashgar Old City all at once.D8-D9:Jiangnan Beyond the Great Wall
Arrive in Yining, visit Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ and experience the beauty of ‘Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.’
D10-D12:Northern Xinjiang Hidden Gem
Head to Beitun, then take a bus to Kanas, the ‘back garden,’ visiting Kanas Lake, Xianwan, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay; go to Hemu Village to enjoy the morning mist and starry skies of the Tuva settlement.
D13-D14:City and Fire Land
Return to Urumqi, visit the International Grand Bazaar; then go to Turpan, visit Grape Valley and Karez Well, and taste local fruits.
D15-D16:Return to Warm Home
Take the special train back to Lanzhou/Xining/Chengdu, ending the unforgettable Xinjiang journey.
💰 2026 Reference Prices
The following are reference prices for the 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang full tour from June to September 2026. Actual prices may vary due to schedule and berth type; please refer to the contract.
| Product Grade | Room Type | Berth | Adult Reference Price/Person | Child Reference Price/Person (Under 12, no berth) |
| :— | :— | :— | :— | :— |
| Premium Platinum | Standard Quadruple Room | Upper Berth | 8480 RMB | 3980 RMB |
| | | Lower Berth | 9280 RMB | |
| Premium Platinum | Standard Quadruple Room | Upper Berth | 15780 RMB | 6980 RMB |

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)

🗺️ Route Highlights: 16-Day In-Depth Tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang| | | Lower Berth | 16780 RMB | |
| Premium Purple Gold | High-End Quadruple Room | Upper Berth | 27880 RMB | 8980 RMB |
| | | Lower Berth | 28880 RMB | |
💡 Warm Tips:
Child prices typically exclude train berths, hotel beds, breakfast, and tickets. Please consult customer service for specific inclusions.
Single room occupancy may incur additional charges; please confirm the amount and policy with us.
📋 Fee and Service Description
Different product grades vary in accommodation, meals, transportation, and tickets. Please refer to actual consultation and contract.
Premium Platinum
Accommodation:Special train sleeper + local online-rated 3-diamond hotel.
Meals:Land meal standard approx. 35-40 RMB/person; train meals mostly self-paid.
Transportation:Air-conditioned tour bus; 7-seat car for Duku Highway section.
Tickets:Usually not included; pay locally based on age.
Premium Platinum (0 Self-Pay 0 Shopping)

This route adopts a ‘one line, multiple tours; travel by night, sightsee by day; one ticket for the whole journey’ model, arranging long-distance travel at night and leaving precious daytime for exploration and experiences.Accommodation:Special train sleeper + local online-rated 3-diamond/4-diamond/5-diamond hotels and characteristic homestays.
Meals:Land meal standard approx. 50 RMB/person, including some specialty meals.
Transportation:Air-conditioned tour bus; 7-seat car for Duku Highway section.
Tickets:Usually not included; pay locally based on age.
Premium Purple Gold (All-Inclusive)
Accommodation:Special train sleeper + local online-rated 4-diamond/5-diamond hotels and characteristic homestays.
Meals:Land meal standard approx. 70 RMB/person, including multiple specialty meals.
Transportation:Air-conditioned tour bus (2+1 seating for some sections); 7-seat car for Duku Highway and Panlong Ancient Road sections.
Tickets:Usually includes first admission tickets and necessary shuttle buses for attractions in the itinerary.
📌 Common Inclusions:
Full-journey special train seat fee.
Meals specified in the itinerary.
Full-journey guide service and travel accident insurance.
Onboard medical staff and basic medical services.

Itinerary Overview: The entire journey lasts 16 days, starting from Chengdu (or Lanzhou, Xining), following the ancient Silk Road to Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang, then returning to Northern Xinjiang, and finally back to the departure point.⚠ ️ Notes:
Weather, road conditions, and attraction opening times may change; reasonable itinerary changes can be made by mutual agreement.
Specific cancellation and change rules, and policies are subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 How to Register
The Shifang Panda Special Train is a customized product of the railway, with seats sold exclusively through partner travel agencies, not via the 12306 official website.
Registration Point:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
Consultation/Registration Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Consultation Phone:180-9596-9599
WeChat Consultation:180-9596-9599 (Please note ‘Panda Special Train Inquiry’ when adding)
📝 Registration Process Reference:
1. Contact Customer Service: Call or add WeChat to confirm travel schedule, seat availability, and price.
2. Submit Information: Provide traveler names, valid ID numbers, etc., for booking and insurance.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay the deposit as agreed to secure seats, and sign a unified electronic contract on the national tourism regulatory platform.
4. Pay Balance: Settle the remaining amount within the specified time before departure to receive the tour confirmation.
5. Depart Happily: Arrive at the meeting point on time as per the notice to board.
📍 Meeting Point:Usually Chengdu, Lanzhou, or Xining. The specific meeting point and transportation will be detailed in the tour confirmation.
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