Panda Special Train Shifang Number Ticket Price and Schedule Fully Announced, Pre sale Channel Open

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🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities in one go, but worried about the travel fatigue? In 2026, why not try a more relaxed way—take the ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ and experience a panoramic journey of northern and southern Xinjiang where ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery shifts with the train’.
📜 Route Overview:Panda Special Train·Shifang
🚄 Train Overview:Developed in collaboration between China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government, positioned as a comfortable silver-haired tourism special train. The train debuted in 2024, expanded to multiple cross-province routes including Xinjiang and Northeast China from 2025, and established the theme of ‘Healthy Lifestyle’. It has won the International Union of Railways ‘Special Jury Prize for Long-Distance Tourism-Friendly Train and Onboard Services’.
🛏 ️ Carriage Configuration:The entire train consists of 17 carriages, with a capacity of approximately 466 seats, integrating ‘eating, living, traveling, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment’.
Accommodation:Features various room types including ‘Yinghua’ high-end soft sleeper and ‘Mazu’ hard sleeper, equipped with solid wood beds, TVs, USB charging ports, and age-friendly facilities.
Public Areas:Includes ‘Yongcheng’ dining car, ‘Shigu’ multi-functional entertainment car (with KTV and tea bar), and shower facilities.
🎨 Design Theme:The exterior features Sanxingdui bronze green and light gold colors, incorporating ancient Shu bird patterns; the interior integrates Shifang regional cultural elements and features a Sanxingdui artifact replica display area, creating a rich cultural atmosphere.
❤ ️ Special Services:Centered on ‘age-friendly services + slow-paced in-depth travel’, equipped with a ‘Panda Butler’ team, onboard medical staff, anti-slip handrails, emergency call buttons, and organizes activities such as Sichuan opera face-changing and health lectures.
🗺 ️ Itinerary Highlights:16-Day In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
This route covers four major areas: Southern Xinjiang, Duku Highway, Northern Xinjiang, and Eastern Xinjiang, using a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model to avoid the hassle of frequent hotel changes. The reference itinerary is as follows:
D1-D3:Departure·Crossing Qinghai-Tibet

🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities in one go, but worried about the travel fatigue? In 2026, why not try a more relaxed way—take the ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ and experience a panoramic journey of northern and southern Xinjiang where ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery shifts with the train’.Board the train from Chengdu/Lanzhou, travel west along the Qinghai section of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway and the Golmud-Korla Railway, enjoy views of Qinghai Lake and Delingha scenery, arrive in Kashgar on the third day, and enjoy a welcome dinner.
D4-D5:Southern Xinjiang Charm·Pamir Plateau
Explore the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, and get a distant view of Muztagh Ata Peak. Experience the Panlong Ancient Road, return to Kashgar Old City in the evening, and feel the charm of this thousand-year-old city.
D6-D7:Cultural Kashgar·Slow Life in the Old City
Watch the Kashgar Old City opening ceremony, visit the Id Kah Mosque, and explore the High Terrace Residential Area. In the afternoon, freely wander the bazaar, taste local cuisine, or experience intangible cultural heritage crafts like pottery and rubbing.
D8:Canyon Wonders·Tianshan Grand Canyon
Take the special train to Kuqa, enter the Tianshan Grand Canyon in the afternoon, and marvel at nature’s craftsmanship among the red rock walls.
D9:Crossing Duku·Grasslands and Wetlands
Start the journey through the southern section of the Duku Highway, pass by Big and Small Dragon Pools, arrive at Bayanbulak Grassland, and enjoy the magnificent sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns.
D10:Sky Meadow·Nalati
Head to the ‘Sky Meadow’ Nalati, stroll on the grassland, or experience horseback riding and sightseeing cars, feeling the vastness and tranquility.

📜 Route Overview: Panda Special Train·ShifangD11:Flower Sea Yining·Lavender Date
Go to Yining, from June to August visit Tianshan Flower Sea or lavender bases to enjoy romantic flower fields. Then return to Yining city center to experience the multi-ethnic urban atmosphere.
D12:Sayram Lake·’The Last Tear of the Atlantic’
Head to Sayram Lake in the early morning, take a lake tour, and enjoy the clear lake water and snow mountain reflections. At noon, taste the high white salmon feast, and in the evening take the special train to Beitun.
D13-D14:Fairy Tale Hemu·Picturesque Kanas
Visit the ‘fairy tale village’ Hemu, photograph morning mist and log cabins. Then enter the Kanas scenic area, visit Immortal Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay, and optionally climb the Fish Viewing Platform for a panoramic view.
D15-D16:Tianshan Tianchi·Return to Warm Home
Visit ‘Tianshan Pearl’ Tianshan Tianchi, then head to Turpan, experience Karez and Flaming Mountain, and taste special fruit feasts. Finally, take the special train back to Chengdu/Lanzhou, ending the journey.
💰 2026 Reference Prices
The following are reference price ranges for the ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang. Actual prices may vary due to factors like berth, room type, and departure date.
| Seat/Room Type | Berth | Reference Price/Person |
| :— | :— | :— |

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

🚄 Train Overview: Developed in collaboration between China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government, positioned as a comfortable silver-haired tourism special train. The train debuted in 2024, expanded to multiple cross-province routes including Xinjiang and Northeast China from 2025, and established the theme of ‘Healthy Lifestyle’. It has won the International Union of Railways ‘Special Jury Prize for Long-Distance Tourism-Friendly Train and Onboard Services’.| Premium Platinum | Upper Berth | Approximately 8,480 RMB |
| | Lower Berth | Approximately 9,280 RMB |
| Deluxe Platinum | Upper Berth | Approximately 15,780 RMB |
| | Lower Berth | Approximately 16,780 RMB |
| Exclusive Purple Gold | Upper Berth | Approximately 27,880 RMB |
| | Lower Berth | Approximately 28,880 RMB |
| Child Price | (Under 12, no berth) | Approximately 3,980 – 8,980 RMB |
💡 Warm Tips
The above are reference ranges; actual prices are subject to the contract or confirmation on the day.
The itinerary order may change due to weather, road conditions, policies, etc., and the actual arrangement shall prevail.
📞 Registration Method

🛏️ Carriage Configuration: The entire train consists of 17 carriages, with a capacity of approximately 466 seats, integrating ‘eating, living, traveling, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment’.This route is hosted by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. You can contact Manager Wang Fei for consultation and registration via the following methods:
Consultation Phone:180-9596-9599
WeChat ID:180-9596-9599
📋 Registration Process
1. Consultation: Contact Manager Wang Fei to confirm departure dates, availability, prices, and itinerary details.
2. Submit Information: Submit identity information of participants and verify availability.
3. Sign and Pay: After confirming the contract, sign the travel contract and make payment as agreed.
4. Pre-trip Preparation: 3-7 days before departure, receive the departure notice and prepare relevant documents and items.
📝 Cost and Service Description
✅ Included Costs Reference
Transportation:Includes accommodation in the corresponding Panda Special Train berth and local tour bus fees.

Accommodation: Features various room types including ‘Yinghua’ high-end soft sleeper and ‘Mazu’ hard sleeper, equipped with solid wood beds, TVs, USB charging ports, and age-friendly facilities.Accommodation:Hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Full-course meals, including some specialty dishes (e.g., cold-water fish feast, roast whole lamb).
Tickets:First admission tickets and scenic area transportation for listed attractions.
Services:Full-tour guide, local guide, train butler service, and travel accident insurance.
❌ Excluded Costs Reference
Transportation costs to and from the boarding assembly point.
Personal consumption items beyond the itinerary and unspecified costs.
Single room supplement (if applicable, handled per contract terms).
📄 Services and Terms
Health Notice:Travelers over 75 must sign a ‘Senior Declaration’. Those with serious underlying conditions should carefully assess.
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure factors like weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable itinerary changes.
Cancellation Policy:Strictly follows relevant laws and regulations such as the ‘Tourism Law’.
> Please Note:Specific itinerary, prices, and service details are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
For more travel information (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, Anyi, Shifang, New Orient Express, Silk Road Dream, Lindu, Yichun, Kunming, Starlight Mekong, Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan, Tianshan, Chief National Train, Cross-province Special Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang, Dahezhinan, Baiyun, Silver Age Xinjiang Tour, Chao Age Xinjiang Tour Special Train, Sunshine, Shannan, Yangtze River Delta, Muztagh Ata) Special Train Ticket Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)