Shifang Panda Special Train Pre sale and Ticketing Process Guide

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🚂 If you’re looking for a ‘travel and stay’ way to explore Xinjiang, the 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour on the ‘Shifang · Panda Special Train’ might be worth serious consideration. This train departs from Chengdu or Lanzhou, heading west, connecting the culture of Southern Xinjiang, the landscapes of Northern Xinjiang, and the fiery region of Eastern Xinjiang, turning ‘traveling’ into part of the journey.
This guide will break down this route in detail from the perspectives of ‘timeline’ and ‘experience’, helping you decide if it’s right for you.
🗺 ️ Route Overview:16-Day Tour of Xinjiang
Route Type:Shifang Panda Special Train Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic 16-Day Tour
Departure Point:Chengdu / Lanzhou (Dual Starting Points)
Core Activities:
Southern Xinjiang Cultural Line:Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Pamir Plateau (Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road)
Highland Scenic Line:Crossing the Southern Section of the Duku Highway, Bayinbuluke Grassland, Nalati Valley Grassland
Northern Xinjiang Scenic Line:Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach
Eastern Xinjiang Experience Line:Tianshan Tianchi, Turpan Karez Well, Flaming Mountain
Itinerary Pace:
D1-D3:Board in Chengdu/Lanzhou, enter Xinjiang via the Qinghai-Tibet Railway and Golmud-Korla Railway, arrive in Kashgar.
D4-D6:In-depth tour of Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau.
D7-D9:Cross the southern section of the Duku Highway, visit Tianshan Grand Canyon, Bayinbuluke, Nalati, Sayram Lake.
D10-D12:Explore Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach.
D13-D14:Visit Tianshan Tianchi, Turpan, return by special train.
D15-D16:Arrive in Lanzhou, Chengdu, end of trip.
🏞 ️ Detailed Destination Guide:The Best of Southern and Northern Xinjiang in One Trip
1. Southern Xinjiang · Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau

🚂 If you’re looking for a ‘travel and stay’ way to explore Xinjiang, the 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour on the ‘Shifang · Panda Special Train’ might be worth serious consideration. This train departs from Chengdu or Lanzhou, heading west, connecting the culture of Southern Xinjiang, the landscapes of Northern Xinjiang, and the fiery region of Eastern Xinjiang, turning ‘traveling’ into part of the journey.Kashgar Old City:An open ancient city with over 2,000 years of history, a great place to experience local life.
Fragrant Concubine Garden:A cultural scenic area centered on the legendary story of the Fragrant Concubine, with distinctive architecture.
Id Kah Mosque:Built in 1442, an important cultural building showcasing local architectural art.
Pamir Plateau:A highlight of the trip, offering views of Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, and the Panlong Ancient Road at about 3,500 meters above sea level.
2. Highlands and Canyons · Southern Section of the Duku Highway
Tianshan Grand Canyon:Known as one of China’s top ten canyons, with visually striking red rock and canyon landscapes.
Southern Section of the Duku Highway:A scenic road connecting Kuqa and Bayinbuluke, offering a ‘four seasons in one day’ climate experience.
Bayinbuluke · Swan Lake Scenic Area:China’s second-largest grassland, famous for its ‘nine bends and eighteen turns’ river bends and wetlands.
3. Northern Xinjiang · Kanas and Hemu
Nalati Valley Grassland:A national 5A scenic area with valleys, forests, grasslands, and streams, ideal for experiencing grassland scenery.
Sayram Lake:A high-altitude, large alpine cold-water lake in Xinjiang, with beautiful reflections of the lake and snow-capped mountains.
Kanas Scenic Area:A representative landscape of Northern Xinjiang, including Kanas Lake, Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, and Crouching Dragon Bay.
Hemu Village:A Tuva settlement attracting photographers with its primitive wooden houses, birch forests, and valley scenery.
4. Eastern Xinjiang · Tianchi and Turpan
Tianshan Tianchi:A world-famous alpine lake known as ‘Jade Pool on Earth’, a landmark of Xinjiang.
Karez Well:One of China’s three great ancient projects alongside the Great Wall and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, a unique underground irrigation system.
Flaming Mountain:Famous from ‘Journey to the West’, with high surface temperatures, a must-visit to experience Turpan’s ‘Fire Land’ character.
🗓 ️ 16-Day Itinerary
D1 | Chengdu/Lanzhou → Kashgar
Attend a welcome event at the Panda-themed station, board in the afternoon. The train passes Xining, Golmud, etc., offering views of plateaus and gobi. Upon arrival in Kashgar, a special car picks you up for a welcome dinner, then check into the hotel.

This guide will break down this route in detail from the perspectives of ‘timeline’ and ‘experience’, helping you decide if it’s right for you. D2 | Special Train Leisure Sightseeing
Spend the day on the special train, relaxing in the dining car, observation car, or entertainment car. The train continues west, enjoying views of Qinghai Lake, Delingha, etc.
D3 | Arrive in Kashgar
Arrive in Kashgar in the morning, transfer to the hotel by special car. Free time in the afternoon to experience the atmosphere of this ancient Silk Road city.
D4 | Kashgar → Taxkorgan (Pamir Plateau)
Travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake. Experience the Panlong Ancient Road in the afternoon, arrive in Taxkorgan for the night. This is a high-altitude day, please rest.
D5 | Taxkorgan → Kashgar
Visit the Tashkurgan Stone City and Golden Grassland, then attend a Tajik home visit, taste local snacks, and learn about folk culture. Return to Kashgar in the afternoon.
D6 | Kashgar → Kuqa
Visit Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Id Kah Mosque, etc. After dinner, take the special train to Kuqa.
D7 | Kuqa → Bayinbuluke/Nalati
Visit the Tianshan Grand Canyon, then transfer to a small car to cross the southern section of the Duku Highway, arriving at Bayinbuluke or Nalati for the night.
D8 | Bayinbuluke/Nalati → Yining
Visit Nalati Valley Grassland in the morning, enjoy the ‘Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall’ scenery. Take a bus to Yining in the afternoon, check into the hotel.
D9 | Yining → Beitun
Visit Sayram Lake, then take the special train to Beitun.
D10 | Beitun → Hemu → Burqin
Take a bus to Hemu Village, see China’s largest birch forest and Tuva village. Head to Burqin in the evening, check into the hotel.
D11 | Burqin → Kanas → Burqin

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🗺️ Route Overview: 16-Day Tour of Xinjiang Spend the day visiting the Kanas Scenic Area, walk along the lakeside boardwalk, and enjoy Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Crouching Dragon Bay, etc.
D12 | Burqin → Beitun → Urumqi
Optional visit to Colorful Beach in the morning, then take a bus to Beitun, and the special train to Urumqi.
D13 | Urumqi
Visit Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area, enjoy the lake and mountain views of the ‘Jade Pool on Earth’. Return to Urumqi city in the afternoon for free time.
D14 | Urumqi → Turpan → Return
Visit Karez Well and Flaming Mountain, experience Turpan’s ‘Fire Land’ character. Enjoy a fruit feast for lunch, then take the special train back.
D15 | Arrive in Lanzhou
The train passes through the Hexi Corridor, offering gobi views. Arrive in Lanzhou in the evening; some passengers can disembark here.
D16 | Arrive in Chengdu
Arrive in Chengdu in the morning, ending the 16-day Xinjiang tour.
💰 2026 Latest Price Reference
The following are reference price ranges for the June-September 2026 departures. Actual prices may vary due to departure, berth, room type, etc. Please refer to the final contract.
| Product Grade | Berth/Room Type | Reference Price/Person |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Premium Platinum | Standard 4-Bed (Upper) | From approx. 8,480 RMB |
| | Standard 4-Bed (Lower) | From approx. 9,280 RMB |
| Deluxe Platinum | Standard 4-Bed (Upper) | From approx. 15,780 RMB |
| | Standard 4-Bed (Lower) | From approx. 16,780 RMB |
| Exclusive Purple Gold | High-End 4-Bed (Upper) | From approx. 27,880 RMB |

Route Type: Shifang Panda Special Train Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic 16-Day Tour| | High-End 4-Bed (Lower) | From approx. 28,880 RMB |
| Child Price | Under 12 years | Approx. 3,980 – 8,980 RMB (varies by standard) |
💡 Warm Tips
Children’s prices usually exclude berths, beds, and some tickets; specific standards depend on the product description.
For solo bookings, single travelers are generally assigned an upper berth and cannot share a cabin with others.
Upgrading to a private cabin or 2-person room requires an additional fee; please consult the travel agency for details.
📝 Booking Method
This ‘Shifang · Panda Special Train Xinjiang 16-Day Tour’ is hosted by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📞 Consultation and Booking
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone:180-9596-9599
WeChat:180-9596-9599
📋 Booking Process
1. Consultation Confirmation: Contact Manager Wang Fei to confirm departure date, seat, price, and itinerary details.
2. Submit Information: Provide traveler names, valid ID/passport numbers, etc., for real-name booking.
3. Sign and Pay: After confirming the contract, sign the travel contract and pay as agreed.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Receive the departure notice before the trip, including boarding time, location, and precautions.
📌 Cost and Service Description
Inclusions (e.g., for ‘Deluxe Platinum’ and similar products)

Departure Point: Chengdu / Lanzhou (Dual Starting Points)Transportation:Shifang Panda Special Train seat, local air-conditioned tour bus.
Accommodation:7 nights on the special train and 8 nights in land hotels.
Meals:All breakfasts and most main meals, including 5 Xinjiang specialty meals.
Tickets:First admission tickets to listed attractions and necessary scenic area transport.
Services:Full-trip guide, local commentary, panda butler, and onboard medical staff.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
Exclusions
Round-trip transportation to/from Chengdu/Lanzhou.
Personal expenses and items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Single room supplement (if choosing single occupancy).
Service Features
Panda Butler:Available in each carriage, providing 24-hour service.
Medical Escort:Professional medical staff on board for health support.
Senior-Friendly Facilities:Anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, etc., in carriages.
Entertainment Car:KTV, board games, tea bar, and other leisure options.
Important Notes
Itinerary Changes:Due to weather, road conditions, policies, or other force majeure, the travel agency may reasonably adjust the itinerary.
Price and Availability:Prices and availability are subject to the contract and customer service confirmation, and may vary by departure.
Cancellation Policy:Strictly follows the ‘Tourism Law’ and related contract terms.
If you want to avoid the hassle of frequent hotel changes and long journeys, and prefer a comfortable, controlled pace to experience Xinjiang’s iconic scenery in one go, this ‘Shifang · Panda Special Train’ is a worthy option.
To find out which departure or room type suits you best, or to plan further based on your vacation and budget, contact Manager Wang Fei at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service at 180-9596-9599 (same as WeChat) for more detailed advice.
For more travel information (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, Anyi, Shifang, New Oriental 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) Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)