Panda Special Train Shifang 2026 Fare Table Upper and Lower Berth Prices
How to buy tickets for the Shifang Panda Special Train? Tickets for the 2026 Shifang Panda Special Train must be booked through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Special Train Center Manager Mai (☎TEL: 132-0133-3409, same as WeChat). Tickets cannot be purchased 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, etc.
🚂 Want to ride a ‘mobile resort hotel’ through beautiful Xinjiang?
——2026 Shifang Panda Special Train Booking Guide
If you’re tired of rushing between attractions, lugging luggage, and switching hotels, yet yearn for the vastness and poetry of the Tianshan Mountains, then this 16-day ‘Shifang Panda Special Train’ starting from Chengdu and crossing northern and southern Xinjiang might be the slow travel style you’ve been waiting for. It’s not just a train; it’s an immersive travel life—sightseeing during the day, sleeping under the stars at night, with no transfers needed and luggage stored onboard, truly achieving ‘the train moves with you, and scenery changes along the way.’
🐼 Detailed Introduction to the Special Train:More Than a Train, It’s a Mobile Cultural Tourism Space
The ‘Shifang Panda Special Train’ is a high-quality themed tourist train supported by the railway system and aimed at the general public, focusing on a ‘comfortable, convenient, in-depth, and senior-friendly’ travel experience. The train’s exterior blends Sanxingdui bronze green with panda elements, and the interior has undergone specialized aging-friendly renovations, balancing practicality with warmth. It’s especially suitable for family trips, senior wellness travel, group outings with friends, or photography enthusiasts.
The entire journey adopts a ‘day tour, night travel’ model:During the day, the train stops at core scenic spots for passengers to explore; at night, it moves slowly while passengers sleep soundly in their cabins. This rhythm greatly reduces travel fatigue, making it ideal for those who want to easily see the best of Xinjiang. The route covers iconic destinations in both northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Kashgar Old City, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Kanas Lake, and Tianshan Tianchi, offering a comprehensive view of the region’s landscapes and culture in one trip.
🛏 ️ Detailed Seat Configuration:Three Room Types to Meet Different Needs
The Shifang train has 17 carriages with a capacity of 466 people, offering three types of accommodation, all equipped with basic and convenient facilities:
🚂 Want to ride a ‘mobile resort hotel’ through beautiful Xinjiang?Premium Purple Gold (High-End Soft Sleeper)
Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each with 6 high-end four-person compartments, totaling 22 seats. Each compartment features a sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, and charging sockets, ensuring strong privacy. Both ends of the carriage have shower rooms and washbasins, suitable for passengers seeking higher comfort.
Premium Platinum (High-End Hard Sleeper)
Distributed in carriages 2-6 and 12-16, each with 10 four-person compartments, totaling 40 seats. Each compartment includes a tea table, storage bin, TV, call button, and charging sockets, with reasonably arranged upper and lower berths. The carriage has two shower rooms, balancing practicality and value.
Standard Platinum (Standard Four-Bed Room)
Equipped with soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding and pillows, dedicated reading lights and charging ports per bed, and a TV with a free audio-visual system in the compartment. Public areas include toilets, washrooms, and shower rooms to meet basic travel needs.
All compartments on the train are fitted with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, and SOS emergency call devices. Some room types feature electronic combination locks for both convenience and privacy.
🌟 Special Train Quality Highlights:More Than Just ‘Sleeping,’ It’s About ‘Comfortable Living and Fun’
Multi-Functional Entertainment Carriage (Car 9):Integrates a tea bar, KTV rooms, chess and card area, cigar bar, and mahjong tables, allowing passengers to sip tea while enjoying the view or socialize with travel companions.
——2026 Shifang Panda Special Train Booking GuidePanda-Themed Dining Car (Car 8):Offers 2-seat and 4-seat tables, serving nutritionally balanced meals daily, balancing taste and health.
Thoughtful Amenities:The train has a medical room, tea brewing area, and smoking area to meet various needs during the journey.
Service Guarantee:Professional guides and onboard staff are available throughout the trip, providing itinerary explanations and life assistance to ensure a smooth journey.
Unlike regular tour groups, the Shifang train integrates transportation, accommodation, dining, and guided tours into one, eliminating the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling, truly achieving ‘one train all the way, easy roaming.’
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Finalized Content)
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou-Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Special Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pickup, welcome dinner
Day 4:Kashgar-Taxkorgan, Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake-Karakul Lake-Panlong Ancient Road
If you’re tired of rushing between attractions, lugging luggage, and switching hotels, yet yearn for the vastness and poetry of the Tianshan Mountains, then this 16-day ‘Shifang Panda Special Train’ starting from Chengdu and crossing northern and southern Xinjiang might be the slow travel style you’ve been waiting for. It’s not just a train; it’s an immersive travel life—sightseeing during the day, sleeping under the stars at night, with no transfers needed and luggage stored onboard, truly achieving ‘the train moves with you, and scenery changes along the way.’Day 5:Taxkorgan-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-Jiadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
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Day 11:Jiadengyu-Kanas-Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Day 12:Burqin-Beitun-Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
🐼 Detailed Introduction to the Special Train: More Than a Train, It’s a Mobile Cultural Tourism SpaceDay 14:Urumqi-Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return trip
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
> Note:Actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Strictly Based on Finalized Data)
2026 Departure Dates:
June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
Ticket Price Reference (Per Person):
Standard Platinum:Standard four-bed room upper berth 8480 yuan, lower berth 9280 yuan
Premium Platinum:Standard four-bed room upper berth 15780 yuan, lower berth 16780 yuan
The ‘Shifang Panda Special Train’ is a high-quality themed tourist train supported by the railway system and aimed at the general public, focusing on a ‘comfortable, convenient, in-depth, and senior-friendly’ travel experience. The train’s exterior blends Sanxingdui bronze green with panda elements, and the interior has undergone specialized aging-friendly renovations, balancing practicality with warmth. It’s especially suitable for family trips, senior wellness travel, group outings with friends, or photography enthusiasts.Premium Purple Gold:High-end four-bed room upper berth 27880 yuan, lower berth 28880 yuan
The above prices include full-journey special train transportation, accommodation, dining, guide service, and travel accident insurance. Prices may vary slightly by departure and room type. For specific costs and availability, please refer to the actual consultation and signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method:How to Book the Shifang Panda Special Train?
Want to ride the Shifang Panda Special Train? Here’s your booking guide! This special train does not sell tickets individually through the 12306 website or app but is organized through travel agency channels for group registration.
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center Manager Mai:
📞 Contact Number:132-0133-3409
💬 WeChat Consultation:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, Consult Manager Mai 132-0133-3409
Booking Process as Follows:
1. Contact the Travel Agency: Call the above number to learn about itinerary details, room type configurations, and current availability.
The entire journey adopts a ‘day tour, night travel’ model: During the day, the train stops at core scenic spots for passengers to explore; at night, it moves slowly while passengers sleep soundly in their cabins. This rhythm greatly reduces travel fatigue, making it ideal for those who want to easily see the best of Xinjiang. The route covers iconic destinations in both northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Kashgar Old City, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Kanas Lake, and Tianshan Tianchi, offering a comprehensive view of the region’s landscapes and culture in one trip.2. Choose a Product: Based on your travel time and budget, select Standard Platinum, Premium Platinum, or Premium Purple Gold room type.
3. Provide Information: Submit necessary details such as name and valid ID number for booking registration.
4. Make Payment: Pay the travel fee as required and sign the national unified electronic travel service supervision contract to complete the booking.
> Warm Tips:June to September is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, and popular departures have limited seats. It’s recommended to inquire early and pay a deposit to secure your spot, avoiding missing your desired itinerary. Be sure to register through regular travel agency channels to protect your rights.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
This product’s cost includes full-journey special train transportation, accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, guide service, and travel accident insurance. For solo bookings, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; if a single room is needed due to special circumstances, related matters can be discussed separately. Scenic area internal transportation, optional activities, personal expenses, etc., are not included in the quoted price and will be specified in the signed contract.
All service arrangements comply with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and related regulations. The itinerary may be reasonably optimized due to force majeure or objective factors, with the final execution based on the contract content agreed upon by both parties.
🌄 Conclusion:Slow Down Your Journey, Take the Scenery to Heart
From the Chengdu Plain to the Pamir Plateau, from the shores of Kanas Lake to the Flaming Mountain in Turpan, the Shifang Panda Special Train takes you through four seasons and across mountains and rivers in 16 days. It doesn’t pursue speed but focuses on experience—waking up in a moving home with scenery outside the window; singing an old song in the KTV while snow-capped mountains and grasslands pass by.
If you also long for such a leisurely, warm, and story-filled journey, feel free to call and learn more from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Mai (132-0133-3409). In the summer of 2026, let’s meet on the Panda Special Train and embark on a poetic journey through northern and southern Xinjiang.
For consultation and registration, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center Manager Mai at 132-0133-3409, same number for WeChat, to receive detailed itinerary and pricing.
