Shifang Panda Special Train Xinjiang Tour Chengdu Lanzhou Boarding Points and Deposit Payment Process to Reserve Seats
How to buy tickets and book the Shifang Panda Special Train? In 2026, the Shifang Panda Special Train is a railway-customized light luxury tourist train that does not open a 12306 ticket purchase channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by formal cooperative cultural tourism agencies. To register for travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for berth selection, sign up, and check departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details in real time.
🚂 Ride the “mobile five-star hotel” and leisurely tour beautiful Xinjiang — 2026 Shifang Panda Special Train Panoramic Experience Guide
In the fast-paced travel era, more and more travelers are yearning for a “slow down” deep travel experience. In 2026, the Shifang Panda Special Train, with its unique model of “the train moves with the scenery, sightseeing by day and traveling by night,” integrates the 16-day essence journey of northern and southern Xinjiang into a comfortable and relaxed train trip. It is not just a means of transportation, but a mobile living space integrating accommodation, dining, entertainment, and wellness, making the journey itself part of the vacation.
🚄 Train Positioning:Redefining “Travel is Life”
The Shifang Panda Special Train is jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and Shifang City, Sichuan Province. It is the first immersive cultural tourism train in China themed around “Panda Culture.” The entire train adopts a 17-car formation, including high-end soft sleepers, hard sleepers, dining cars, entertainment cars, dormitory cars, and power cars, equipped with a constant temperature air conditioning system to adapt to the large temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang. Panda elements and ancient Shu cultural symbols are integrated inside and outside the carriages, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere, especially suitable for families, groups of friends, and middle-aged and elderly travelers who pursue quality and comfort.
🛏 ️ Compartment Details:Three Options to Meet Diverse Needs
Premium Purple Gold (High-end 4-person compartment)
Location:Cars 7, 10, 11
Capacity:4 people per room, 22 berths in total
🚂 Ride the “mobile five-star hotel” and leisurely tour beautiful Xinjiang — 2026 Shifang Panda Special Train Panoramic Experience GuideArea:Approximately 20 sqm (including bathroom area)
Facilities:Sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, charging sockets; shower rooms and washbasins at both ends of the car
Features:Highest configuration on the train, strong privacy
Premium Platinum (Standard 4-person compartment)
Location:Cars 2–6, 12–16
Capacity:4 people per room, 400 berths in total
Area:Approximately 15 sqm
Facilities:Tea table, storage compartment, TV, call button, charging sockets; 2 public shower rooms at both ends of each car
Features:Spacious, balancing comfort and value for money
In the fast-paced travel era, more and more travelers are yearning for a “slow down” deep travel experience. In 2026, the Shifang Panda Special Train, with its unique model of “the train moves with the scenery, sightseeing by day and traveling by night,” integrates the 16-day essence journey of northern and southern Xinjiang into a comfortable and relaxed train trip. It is not just a means of transportation, but a mobile living space integrating accommodation, dining, entertainment, and wellness, making the journey itself part of the vacation.Economy Platinum (Standard 4-person compartment)
Capacity:4 people
Area:Approximately 12 sqm
Facilities:Soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding, bedside charging ports, reading lights, in-compartment TV, free audio-visual system
Bathroom:Shared public toilets, washrooms, and shower rooms in the car
Features:Economical and practical, suitable for traveling together
> Operating Year:Newly put into operation in 2026, brand new facilities
> Boarding Location:Chengdu or Lanzhou (subject to contract confirmation)
🚄 Train Positioning: Redefining “Travel is Life”🗓 ️ Brief Itinerary and 2026 Departure Dates
2026 Tour Dates:
June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou – Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Special Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pick-up, welcome banquet
Day 4:Kashgar – Tashkurgan, Baisha Mountain – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Tashkurgan – Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
The Shifang Panda Special Train is jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and Shifang City, Sichuan Province. It is the first immersive cultural tourism train in China themed around “Panda Culture.” The entire train adopts a 17-car formation, including high-end soft sleepers, hard sleepers, dining cars, entertainment cars, dormitory cars, and power cars, equipped with a constant temperature air conditioning system to adapt to the large temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang. Panda elements and ancient Shu cultural symbols are integrated inside and outside the carriages, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere, especially suitable for families, groups of friends, and middle-aged and elderly travelers who pursue quality and comfort.Day 6:Kashgar – Kuqa, Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden,
Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayinbuluk, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, southern section of Duku Highway, Bayinbuluk Swan Lake
Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluk – Yining, Nalati Grassland
Day 9:Yining – Beitun, Sayram Lake
Day 10:Beitun – Hemu – Jadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Jadengyu – Kanas – Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Day 12:Burqin – Beitun – Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
🛏️ Compartment Details: Three Options to Meet Diverse NeedsDay 14:Urumqi – Turpan, Karez Irrigation System, Flaming Mountains, return journey
Day 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to distinguished guests
The daily schedule is well-balanced — in-depth visits to core attractions during the day, and the train moves smoothly at night with ample rest time, avoiding long-distance fatigue.
💰 Price Description (2026 Reference)
Economy Platinum:Upper berth 8,480 yuan/person, lower berth 9,280 yuan/person
Premium Platinum:Upper berth 15,780 yuan/person, lower berth 16,780 yuan/person
Premium Purple Gold:Upper berth 27,880 yuan/person, lower berth 28,880 yuan/person
> All prices are reference ranges. Actual fees are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties and may reasonably fluctuate due to departure dates, policies, and other factors.
📝 Booking Process (Handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
Premium Purple Gold (High-end 4-person compartment)1. Consultation and selection: Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining availability.
2. Submit information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the compartment class and obtain a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified electronic contract under national tourism supervision, and verify itinerary, price, and other details.
5. Settle the balance: Pay the remaining fee 30 days before departure. After confirmation, the customer service will issue the tour notification and boarding guide.
🍽 ️ Service Standards
Included Items:Full-train accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, local transportation transfers, professional tour guide service, three meals per day (including specialty meals), and use of basic entertainment facilities on the train.
Excluded Items:Personal expenses, (for solo travelers, our agency will try its best to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation), self-funded items within scenic areas.
Location: Cars 7, 10, 11Meal Arrangements:Mainly Xinjiang local flavors, balancing lightness and palatability, avoiding heavy oil and spice. Each meal is arranged at a standard of 10 people per table, striving for nutritional balance.
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🌟 Service Highlights
Hassle-free Accommodation:The entire journey is “carriage as hotel” — no need to frequently change accommodation or carry luggage.
Specialty Dining:Enjoy a customized menu blending Xinjiang flavors in the panda-themed dining car, such as big plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, etc.
Rich Entertainment:Car 9, a multifunctional carriage, features a tea bar, KTV, mahjong tables, and a cigar bar to meet different interests.
✨ Unique Advantages Compared to Other Special Trains
Relaxed pace — 1–2 core attractions arranged daily, avoiding rushed sightseeing;
Onboard medical room and professional service staff throughout the journey to ensure health;
Capacity: 4 people per room, 22 berths in total — fellow travelers are mostly experience-oriented middle-aged, elderly, and family groups, creating a harmonious atmosphere;
Traveling at night and sightseeing during the day maximizes time efficiency and reduces travel fatigue.
👵 Suitable For
Retirees and seniors who want an easy trip;
Families or groups of friends who don’t want frequent transfers or carrying large luggage;
Travelers who yearn for Xinjiang’s scenery but worry about the inconvenience of self-driving or flight transfers.
❤ ️ Why It Remains Popular
Since its operation began, the Shifang Panda Special Train, with its innovative model of “mobile living + deep experience,” has truly realized “lying down to tour Xinjiang.” It not only solves the fatigue of traditional long-distance travel but also, through high-quality service and cultural immersion, makes the journey full of warmth and memorable moments.
📞 To learn about 2026 remaining seats, itinerary details, or assistance with berth selection, please contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (same as WeChat).
> Friendly Reminder:June–September is the peak tourism season in Xinjiang. It is recommended to inquire and confirm seats as early as possible. The itinerary and service contents are ultimately subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
How to register for the 2026 Xinjiang tourism special train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourism special train booking services, covering light luxury trains such as the Jinfu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. For a light luxury lying-down tour and boutique special train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth reservation, sign up, and check special train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries in real time.
