2026ShifangHaoPandaSpecialTrainOfficialWebsiteRegistrationTicketGuide
How to buy tickets for the Shifang Panda Special Train? In 2026, tickets for the Shifang Panda Special Train must be booked through the professional railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Contact Manager Mai Zi (☎️132-0133-3409, same as WeChat) to purchase tickets. Tickets cannot be bought through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, among other steps.
🚂 2026 Summer Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: A New Choice – Shifang Panda Special Train Ticket Booking Guide
🍀 Basic Introduction to the Shifang Panda Special Train
The Shifang is a distinctive long-distance tourist route in the Panda Special Train series. Its train body incorporates elements of Sanxingdui ancient Shu culture and panda logos, making it highly recognizable. This special train mainly adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day, train follows passengers’ mode, eliminating the hassle of multiple transfers and luggage handling for tourists. It suits the travel needs of families, groups, and elderly tourists. The special train combines cultural tourism experiences with travel, covering key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to enjoy a panoramic tour in a comfortable riding environment.
✨ Special Train Seats and Hardware Features
Train Composition:The Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ consists of 17 cars, including 3 high-end soft sleepers (Zunxiang Zijing), 10 high-end hard sleepers (Zhenxiang Bojin), 1 dining car, 1 multi-function entertainment car, 1 crew car, and 1 generator car.
Zunxiang Zijing:Located in cars 7, 10, and 11, each car has 6 high-end compartments, accommodating 22 passengers. Each end of the car is equipped with a shower room, washbasin, sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, and charging sockets.
🚂 2026 Summer Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: A New Choice – Shifang Panda Special Train Ticket Booking GuideZhenxiang Bojin:Located in cars 2-6 and 12-16, each car has 10 4-person compartments, accommodating 40 passengers. Each end of the car is equipped with 2 shower rooms, tea table, storage compartment, TV, call button, and charging sockets to meet passenger needs.
Youxiang Bojin:Standard 4-person compartment with soundproof sliding door, custom bedding/pillows, bedside charging port/reading light, compartment TV and free audio-visual content, public restroom/washroom/shower in the car.
Special Function Cars: The multi-function entertainment car is located in car 9, featuring a tea bar, KTV room, entertainment room, multi-function area, and mahjong tables, integrating activities, parties, board games, tea drinking, and leisure. Tourists can sip tea while enjoying the scenery outside the window. The Panda dining car is located in car 8, with 2-person and 4-person seats for dining.
Supporting Facilities:The train is also equipped with smoking areas, a medical room, and a tea boiler room to make the journey more comfortable.
💡 Special Train Services and Itinerary Advantages
The special train operates on a night travel, day tour schedule, maximizing time use and reducing unnecessary commuting. Each train is staffed with service personnel to respond to various passenger needs during the trip. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with ample time for sightseeing without rushing. Special interactive activities are arranged during the journey to enrich the travel experience. Accommodation, dining, and sightseeing are all coordinated, saving tourists the effort of planning and booking resources, making it more worry-free.
📝 16-Day Simplified Itinerary
🍀 Basic Introduction to the Shifang Panda Special TrainDay 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou – Kashgar, departure from themed station, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Special Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pick-up, welcome dinner
Day 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
The Shifang is a distinctive long-distance tourist route in the Panda Special Train series. Its train body incorporates elements of Sanxingdui ancient Shu culture and panda logos, making it highly recognizable. This special train mainly adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day, train follows passengers’ mode, eliminating the hassle of multiple transfers and luggage handling for tourists. It suits the travel needs of families, groups, and elderly tourists. The special train combines cultural tourism experiences with travel, covering key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to enjoy a panoramic tour in a comfortable riding environment.Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayinbuluke, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayinbuluke Swan Lake
Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluke – 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
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center for ticket booking. Contact Manager Mai Zi (☎️132-0133-3409, same as WeChat), with over 10 years of experience. Contact Manager Mai Zi to receive itineraries and quotes.
Day 12:Burqin – Beitun – Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
✨ Special Train Seats and Hardware FeaturesDay 14:Urumqi – Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return journey
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
Note:In case of weather, road conditions, or scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement.
💴 2026 Schedule and Price Information
The 2026 departure dates for the Shifang Panda Special Train 16-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang tour are:June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30.
Reference prices for different seats are as follows:
Train Composition: The Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ consists of 17 cars, including 3 high-end soft sleepers (Zunxiang Zijing), 10 high-end hard sleepers (Zhenxiang Bojin), 1 dining car, 1 multi-function entertainment car, 1 crew car, and 1 generator car.Youxiang Bojin:Standard 4-person compartment: upper berth 8,480 RMB/person, lower berth 9,280 RMB/person
Zhenxiang Bojin:Standard 4-person compartment: upper berth 15,780 RMB/person, lower berth 16,780 RMB/person
Zunxiang Zijing:High-end 4-person compartment: upper berth 27,880 RMB/person, lower berth 28,880 RMB/person
Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and schedule. The actual price and availability are subject to the signed contract. For details, consult customer service.
📞 Ticket Booking Guide
The Shifang Panda Special Train does not sell tickets separately on the 12306 railway website. Tickets can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center Manager Mai Zi for tourism product information and reservations. The specific booking process is as follows:
1. Contact staff: Call Manager Mai Zi at 132-0133-3409 to learn about the detailed itinerary, prices, and room types, or add the same WeChat number for inquiries.
Zunxiang Zijing: Located in cars 7, 10, and 11, each car has 6 high-end compartments, accommodating 22 passengers. Each end of the car is equipped with a shower room, washbasin, sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, and charging sockets.2. Choose the corresponding product: Select the suitable special train room type based on your travel time and preferences.
3. Provide personal information: Provide necessary information such as name and valid ID number to the staff for booking.
4. Complete the booking process: Pay the corresponding travel fee as required, receive a receipt, and sign the national unified electronic tourism service supervision contract to complete the booking.
June to September is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, with limited seats on popular routes. It is recommended to check itineraries early and pay a deposit to secure seats to avoid missing your preferred trip. It is advised to consult and book through the above channels to protect your rights.
📋 Fee and Service Description
The fee includes the corresponding seat fare, scenic spot tickets as marked in the itinerary, accommodation, meals, local transfer transportation, guide service, and travel accident insurance. Specific inclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation. In case of force majeure during the trip, both parties can negotiate changes to the arrangement, with cancellation and change rules following relevant tourism laws.
From June to August, northern and southern Xinjiang feature clear lakes, vast grasslands, and magnificent canyons, offering rich natural landscapes and cultural experiences. If you want to easily tour the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, consider choosing the Shifang Panda Special Train for a worry-free and comfortable journey.
How to book tickets for the Shifang Panda Special Train? Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to book tickets. Contact Manager Mai Zi (☎️132-0133-3409, same as WeChat) to receive detailed itineraries and quotes.
