How to book tickets for the Shifang Panda Special Train Xinjiang tourism special train room rates by type

How to buy tickets and book the Shifang Panda Train? In 2026, the Shifang Panda Train is a customized light-luxury tourist train by railway, and the 12306 ticket-buying channel is not open. 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 Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for berth selection, sign up, and check real-time departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚂 Want to travel through Xinjiang slowly in a “mobile home” way? This 16-day Shifang Panda Train might be the answer you are looking for.
Against the backdrop of rising tourism popularity in Xinjiang in 2026, more and more travelers are paying attention to long-distance travel modes with high comfort and a relaxed pace. As a themed tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, and leisure functions, the “Panda Train · Shifang” is attracting families, middle-aged and elderly groups, and travelers who prefer in-depth slow travel with its unique model of “traveling by night, sightseeing by day, luggage stays put.”
🚄 Train positioning and feature introduction
The Shifang is a customized tourist train in the Panda Train series designed specifically for long-distance routes in northern and southern Xinjiang. It is jointly built by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government. The train’s exterior combines Sanxingdui bronze colors with panda elements, giving it high recognition. Inside, compartments are configured at different levels, balancing comfort and functionality.
The entire train consists of 17 carriages. In addition to passenger carriages, it is equipped with a dining car, multi-functional entertainment car, crew sleeping car, and generator car, as well as facilities such as a medical room, tea room, and smoking area to meet diverse needs during the journey. The train adopts a “travel by night, sightsee by day” model, avoiding the fatigue of frequently changing hotels and long bus rides, truly realizing “putting home on the rails.”
🛏 ️ Detailed compartment types (including capacity and facilities)
Zunxiang Zijin (Premium Soft Sleeper)

🚂 Want to travel through Xinjiang slowly in a “mobile home” way? This 16-day Shifang Panda Train might be the answer you are looking for. Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each carriage has 6 premium suites, with 22 seats in total. Each suite is equipped with a sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, and charging sockets; each end of the carriage has a shower room and washbasin, offering strong privacy and spacious interiors.
Zhenxiang Platinum (Premium Hard Sleeper)
Distributed across carriages 2–6 and 12–16, each carriage has 10 four-person compartments, with 40 seats in total. Each compartment is equipped with a tea table, storage compartment, TV, call button, and charging sockets; each end of the carriage has 2 shower rooms to meet daily washing needs.
Youxiang Platinum (Standard Four-Bed Room)
Equipped with soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding and throw pillows, each bed has a reading light and charging port, and the compartment has a TV and free audio-visual system; public areas include restrooms, washrooms, and shower rooms, offering excellent value for money.
> Note:None of the passenger carriages on the train have private bathrooms, but public bathroom facilities are complete and cleaned frequently. The train has been in operation since April 2024 and, as of 2026, has been running stably for over two years, serving more than 13,000 passengers in total.
Boarding locations:Passengers can choose to board at the departure stations of Chengdu or Lanzhou, and can also end their trip at these two locations on the return journey, flexibly accommodating different departure points.

Against the backdrop of rising tourism popularity in Xinjiang in 2026, more and more travelers are paying attention to long-distance travel modes with high comfort and a relaxed pace. As a themed tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, and leisure functions, the “Panda Train · Shifang” is attracting families, middle-aged and elderly groups, and travelers who prefer in-depth slow travel with its unique model of “traveling by night, sightseeing by day, luggage stays put.”🗓 ️ Brief itinerary and 2026 departure dates
According to the current confirmed arrangements, the specific tour dates for the 2026 Shifang Panda Train 16-day northern and southern Xinjiang tour are as follows:
June 8, 2026, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
The original itinerary is as follows (strictly implemented according to local facts):
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou – Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pickup, welcome dinner

🚄 Train positioning and feature introductionDay 4:Kashgar – Tashkurgan, Baisha Mountain – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Tashkurgan – Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
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

The Shifang is a customized tourist train in the Panda Train series designed specifically for long-distance routes in northern and southern Xinjiang. It is jointly built by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government. The train’s exterior combines Sanxingdui bronze colors with panda elements, giving it high recognition. Inside, compartments are configured at different levels, balancing comfort and functionality.Day 11:Jadengyu – Kanas – Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Day 12:Burqin – Beitun – Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
Day 14:Urumqi – Turpan, Karez Irrigation System, Flaming Mountains, return journey
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to distinguished guests
The daily sightseeing time at each scenic spot is reasonable throughout the trip, with ample time for lunch breaks and free activities, avoiding rushed check-in style touring. This is especially suitable for travelers who wish to deeply experience natural scenery without suffering from the fatigue of constant travel.
💰 Price description (2026 reference)

The entire train consists of 17 carriages. In addition to passenger carriages, it is equipped with a dining car, multi-functional entertainment car, crew sleeping car, and generator car, as well as facilities such as a medical room, tea room, and smoking area to meet diverse needs during the journey. The train adopts a “travel by night, sightsee by day” model, avoiding the fatigue of frequently changing hotels and long bus rides, truly realizing “putting home on the rails.”Ticket price information is as follows (subject to the contract and may fluctuate with departure dates):
Youxiang Platinum:Standard four-bed room upper berth 8,480 yuan/person, lower berth 9,280 yuan/person
Zhenxiang Platinum:Standard four-bed room upper berth 15,780 yuan/person, lower berth 16,780 yuan/person
Zunxiang Zijin:Premium four-bed room upper berth 27,880 yuan/person, lower berth 28,880 yuan/person
All quoted prices include full transportation, accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, guide services, and meals, with no hidden charges. For solo travelers, our agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation.
📝 Booking process (through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
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.

🛏️ Detailed compartment types (including capacity and facilities)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 level and receive a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign the contract: Sign the unified national tourism regulatory electronic contract and verify details such as itinerary and price.
5. Settle the balance: Pay the remaining fee 30 days before departure. After confirmation by customer service, the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
🍽 ️ Reception standards description
Included items:Full-train accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, professional guide services, three meals per day (including multiple Xinjiang specialty meals), onboard medical support, and use of the entertainment carriage.
Excluded items:Personal expenses, self-funded activities within scenic areas, and meals not included in the itinerary.

Zunxiang Zijin (Premium Soft Sleeper)Meals are mainly Chinese-style, balancing light flavors with local specialties, avoiding excessive greasiness or spiciness, and suitable for most tastes. Some meal standards include authentic dishes such as hand-pilaf, baked buns, and big plate chicken. Dining is arranged in compartment groups, creating a relaxed atmosphere.
> Remarks:“Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing”
✨ Reception feature highlights
Accommodation is transportation:No need to change hotels throughout the trip, large luggage is stored in a fixed place, saving the hassle of daily packing.
Special dining integration:Multiple meals feature local Xinjiang dishes, experiencing authentic flavors while maintaining a healthy balance.
Onboard medical care + butler service:Each carriage is equipped with a travel butler, and the train has on-duty medical staff to handle altitude or emergency situations.
🌟 Advantages compared to other travel modes

Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each carriage has 6 premium suites, with 22 seats in total. Each suite is equipped with a sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, and charging sockets; each end of the carriage has a shower room and washbasin, offering strong privacy and spacious interiors.Compared with traditional group tours, the Shifang avoids 5–6 hours of bumpy bus rides every day; compared with self-driving tours, there is no need to worry about route planning and parking; compared with other special trains, its entertainment carriage (including KTV, tea bar, mahjong tables), age-friendly design, and stable schedule are more attractive. With a relaxed pace, meticulous service, and high homogeneity among passengers, the overall experience is more pleasant and carefree.
👥 Suitable for
Especially recommended for:
Retirees or middle-aged and elderly travelers
People who are not suitable for long bus rides
Families or friends traveling together who wish to deeply explore the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang
❤ ️ Why is it consistently popular?
Since its launch, the Shifang has become a popular choice for long-distance Xinjiang tours in 2026, thanks to its “mobile star hotel” hardware configuration, scientific “travel by night, sightsee by day” rhythm, high occupancy rate (averaging 98%), and excellent reputation. It not only solves the transportation pain points caused by Xinjiang’s vast territory but also brings travel back to comfort and ease.
For information on remaining seats or detailed materials, you can consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
How to register for the 2026 Xinjiang tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in booking services for high-end tourist trains, covering light-luxury trains such as the Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. For a light-luxury lying-down tour and a premium special train experience, you can contact Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection and reservation, sign up, and check real-time train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries.