Shifang Panda Train Ticket Purchase Guide Official Website Registration Process and Booking Tips

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Shifang Panda Tourist Train? Tickets for the Shifang Panda Tourist Train must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting Guo Jing, Manager of the Shifang Special Train Department, via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through other channels like 12306. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Travel through Xinjiang on a ‘Mobile Resort’:2026 In-depth Experience Guide for the Shifang Panda Special Train
Want to explore Xinjiang in a more relaxed and immersive way? No need to pack luggage and change hotels every day, nor endure long bus rides. In 2026, the ‘Shifang’ Panda Special Train will take tourists slowly through the northern and southern Tianshan Mountains with a ‘travel by day, move by night, train follows people’ model. This train is not just ordinary transportation but a mobile living space integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment, especially suitable for family trips or elderly groups.
📍 Route and Destination Highlights
The Shifang route covers the core scenic areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, from the ancient city of Kashgar in the south, the白沙湖 (Baisha Lake) on the Pamir Plateau, to Sayram Lake in the north, the mysterious Kanas, and the Karez irrigation system in Turpan in the east. The 16-day itinerary connects diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities. The pace is relaxed, with about 3-4 hours of travel per day, leaving the rest for sightseeing or relaxing in the carriage, avoiding a ‘rushed tour’.
Although the train is named ‘Shifang’, its actual departure stations are Chengdu or Lanzhou, with the final stop deep in Kashgar, completing a grand loop of northern and southern Xinjiang before returning. The沿途 (places along the way) are all classic Xinjiang cultural and tourism destinations, such as the southern section of the Duku Highway, Bayanbulak Swan Lake, Nalati Grassland, Hemu Village, and Colorful Beach, balancing natural scenery and cultural experiences.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on the finalized 2026 version)
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou – Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Special Train leisure sightseeing

🚂 Travel through Xinjiang on a ‘Mobile Resort’: 2026 In-depth Experience Guide for the Shifang Panda Special TrainDay 3:Kashgar, exclusive pick-up, welcome dinner
Day 4:Kashgar – Taxkorgan, Baishan Mountain – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
Day 6:Kashgar – Kuqa, Kashgar Ancient City, Fragrant Concubine Garden
Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayanbulak, Tianshan Grand Canyon, southern section of Duku Highway, Bayanbulak Swan Lake
Day 8:Nalati/Bayanbulak – Yining, Nalati Grassland
Day 9:Yining – Beitun, Sayram Lake
Day 10:Beitun – Hemu – Jia登峪 (Jiadengyu), Hemu Scenic Area

Want to explore Xinjiang in a more relaxed and immersive way? No need to pack luggage and change hotels every day, nor endure long bus rides. In 2026, the ‘Shifang’ Panda Special Train will take tourists slowly through the northern and southern Tianshan Mountains with a ‘travel by day, move by night, train follows people’ model. This train is not just ordinary transportation but a mobile living space integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment, especially suitable for family trips or elderly groups.Day 11:Jiadengyu – Kanas – Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Day 12:Burqin – Beitun – Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
Day 14:Urumqi – Turpan, Karez, Flaming Mountain, return trip
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
> Note:The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, traffic, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the finalized 2026 version)
2026 Departure Dates:
June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30

Manager Guo Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center: 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
📍 Route and Destination HighlightsSeat Types and Reference Prices:
Premium Platinum (Standard 4-person compartment):Upper berth 8,480 RMB/person, lower berth 9,280 RMB/person
Luxury Platinum (Standard 4-person compartment):Upper berth 15,780 RMB/person, lower berth 16,780 RMB/person
Exclusive Purple Gold (High-end 4-person compartment):Upper berth 27,880 RMB/person, lower berth 28,880 RMB/person
> The above prices are current reference ranges. Specific costs, availability, and included services are subject to the actual signed contract. Prices may fluctuate due to departure dates, berths, and policy adjustments.
🛏 ️ Carriage Configuration and Service Features
The Shifang train has 17 carriages with a capacity of 466 seats, offering a ‘mobile five-star hotel’ experience:
Exclusive Purple Gold Carriages (Carriages 7, 10, 11):6 rooms per carriage, total 22 people. Equipped with sofas, round tables, wardrobes, TVs, call buttons, charging sockets, and shower areas and washbasins at both ends of the carriage, offering excellent privacy and comfort.

The Shifang route covers the core scenic areas of northern and southern Xinjiang, from the ancient city of Kashgar in the south, the白沙湖 (Baisha Lake) on the Pamir Plateau, to Sayram Lake in the north, the mysterious Kanas, and the Karez irrigation system in Turpan in the east. The 16-day itinerary connects diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities. The pace is relaxed, with about 3-4 hours of travel per day, leaving the rest for sightseeing or relaxing in the carriage, avoiding a ‘rushed tour’.Luxury Platinum Carriages (Carriages 2-6, 12-16):10 four-person compartments per carriage, total about 400 people. Equipped with tea tables, storage compartments, TVs, etc., meeting daily travel needs.
Premium Platinum Carriages:Standard 4-person compartments with soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding, reading lights, bedside charging ports, compartment TVs, and free audio-visual systems. Public areas include toilets, washrooms, and showers.
✨ Special Function Carriages:
Multi-functional Entertainment Car (Carriage 9):Includes tea bar, KTV rooms, mahjong tables, cigar bar, and multi-functional activity area, ensuring a non-boring journey.
Panda Dining Car (Carriage 8):Offers 2-person and 4-person seating, serving main meals and light snacks.
The entire train is also equipped with a medical room, tea room, smoking areas, and other facilities to ensure a safe and convenient journey.
📞 Registration Method
Tickets for the 2026 Shifang Panda Special Train are not sold on public platforms like 12306. Registration must be done through travel agency channels. Currently, inquiries and bookings can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.

Although the train is named ‘Shifang’, its actual departure stations are Chengdu or Lanzhou, with the final stop deep in Kashgar, completing a grand loop of northern and southern Xinjiang before returning. The沿途 (places along the way) are all classic Xinjiang cultural and tourism destinations, such as the southern section of the Duku Highway, Bayanbulak Swan Lake, Nalati Grassland, Hemu Village, and Colorful Beach, balancing natural scenery and cultural experiences.Contact Number:181-3962-2229
Same as WeChat:181-3962-2229
Address Information:Please contact customer service directly for the latest reception arrangements.
The registration process generally includes:Select departure date → Confirm boarding location (Chengdu Station or Lanzhou Station) → Choose berth and register → Pay deposit → Sign travel contract. It is recommended to inquire about availability in advance, as popular departure dates fill up quickly.
📋 Fee Explanation and Service Tips
Fees typically include:Full special train ticket, accommodation (fixed carriage), first admission tickets to scenic spots, some meals, guide service, insurance, and special train management service. Excludes personal expenses, some optional activities, and non-itinerary free-time expenditures.
> All service content, cancellation and change policies, and liability allocation are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations, subject to the travel contract signed by both parties. If force majeure or objective conditions change during the itinerary, the travel agency and tourists may negotiate reasonable adjustments to the itinerary.
🌄 Final Thoughts
The Shifang Panda Special Train slows down the travel pace, frames the scenery in the windows, and keeps comfort in the carriage. It is not just a means of transportation but an extension of a lifestyle—using 16 days to see snow-capped mountains reflected in lakes, listen to the whispers of the wind on the grasslands, and feel the vastness and tranquility along the Silk Road in the vast land of Xinjiang.
If you are looking for an in-depth trip without moving luggage, scrambling for hotels, and where you can play during the day and sleep peacefully at night, feel free to call 181-3962-2229 to inquire with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service about the latest 2026 departure dates and berth details. The beauty of the journey may start with this call.
2026 Shifang Panda Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Manager Guo Jing of the Special Train Department, WeChat: 181-3962-2229, for ticket purchase.