Shifang Panda Special Train 2026 Premium Platinum Fare List
How to buy tickets for the Shifang Panda Special Train? To book tickets for the 2026 Shifang Panda Special Train, you must go through the professional and正规旅行社 channel of the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Special Train Center Manager Mai (☎TEL: 132-0133-3409, same number for 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.
🚂 Shifang Panda Special Train | Explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang in a Mobile Living Space
Many people plan to visit Xinjiang in 2026 but worry about frequently changing hotels and the hassle of traveling. Why not try the 16-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang route on the Shifang Panda Special Train? It integrates accommodation, entertainment, and transportation on the train. Visit attractions during the day and travel to the next stop at night, saving energy to enjoy the scenery.
📌 Basic Introduction to the Shifang Panda Special Train
The Shifang is a themed tourist train that incorporates Bashu culture, the Panda IP, and a healthy lifestyle theme. Its design draws inspiration from Sanxingdui bronze ornamentation, with cultural decorations throughout the carriages. Positioned as a comfortable tourist train, it targets families and groups seeking easy travel. The entire itinerary follows the logic of ‘traveling at night, sightseeing during the day,’ eliminating the need to pack luggage and change accommodations daily. The train itself is a mobile living space integrating leisure, entertainment, and accommodation, with special interactive activities arranged during the journey to make travel time enjoyable.
📌 Special Train Carriage and Seat Features
Premium Purple Gold Compartment: Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each carriage has 6 high-end compartments, with a total of 22 seats on the entire train. Both ends of the carriage are equipped with shower rooms and washbasins. The compartment features a sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, and charging sockets, offering relatively spacious space suitable for tourists with high comfort requirements.
🚂 Shifang Panda Special Train | Explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang in a Mobile Living Space Premium Platinum Compartment: Located in carriages 2-6 and 12-16, each carriage has 10 4-person compartments, with a total of 40 seats on the entire train. Both ends of the carriage are equipped with 2 shower rooms. The compartment features a tea table, storage compartment, TV, call button, and charging sockets to meet daily travel needs.
Premium Platinum Compartment:It is a standard four-person room with soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding and throw pillows. Each bed has a charging port and reading light. The compartment has a TV for free viewing of audio-visual content. The public area of the carriage includes toilets, washrooms, and shower rooms.
Multi-functional Entertainment Carriage:Located in carriage 9, it features a tea bar, KTV room, entertainment room, and multi-functional area. It is also equipped with mahjong tables and a cigar bar, meeting various needs such as tea tasting, board games, and leisure gatherings, allowing passengers to enjoy the scenery along the way while having fun.
Panda Dining Car:Located in carriage 8, it has 2-person and 4-person seats, providing daily dining services for passengers.
In addition, the train is equipped with smoking areas, medical rooms, tea rooms, and other facilities. All sleeper carriages have shower spaces, solving the problem of bathing during long journeys.
📌 Special Train Services and Itinerary Features
The Shifang’s services cover the entire journey, with service staff and medical personnel on board. Passengers can consult at any time if problems arise during travel. The itinerary connects multiple core attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, eliminating the need for multiple transfers on public transport or daily luggage packing and hotel changes, saving a lot of transit time. The train also arranges special activities based on different passenger groups, such as science popularization interactions and special performances, making the journey less monotonous. In case of special circumstances like weather or road conditions, the itinerary can be reasonably modified with mutual agreement.
Many people plan to visit Xinjiang in 2026 but worry about frequently changing hotels and the hassle of traveling. Why not try the 16-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang route on the Shifang Panda Special Train? It integrates accommodation, entertainment, and transportation on the train. Visit attractions during the day and travel to the next stop at night, saving energy to enjoy the scenery.📌 16-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Simplified 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 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’s Tomb,
📌 Basic Introduction to the Shifang Panda Special TrainDay 7:Kuqa-Nalati/Bayinbuluke, Tianshan 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-Jiadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Jiadengyu-Kanas-Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
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Day 12:Burqin-Beitun-Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
The Shifang is a themed tourist train that incorporates Bashu culture, the Panda IP, and a healthy lifestyle theme. Its design draws inspiration from Sanxingdui bronze ornamentation, with cultural decorations throughout the carriages. Positioned as a comfortable tourist train, it targets families and groups seeking easy travel. The entire itinerary follows the logic of ‘traveling at night, sightseeing during the day,’ eliminating the need to pack luggage and change accommodations daily. The train itself is a mobile living space integrating leisure, entertainment, and accommodation, with special interactive activities arranged during the journey to make travel time enjoyable.Day 14:Urumqi-Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return trip
Day 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
📌 2026 Departure Dates and Price Information
The 2026 departure dates for the Shifang Panda Special Train’s 16-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang tour are:June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30.
Reference prices for each seat are as follows:
Premium Standard Four-Person Room:Upper berth 8480 RMB/person, lower berth 9280 RMB/person
Premium Platinum Standard Four-Person Room:Upper berth 15780 RMB/person, lower berth 16780 RMB/person
📌 Special Train Carriage and Seat FeaturesPremium Purple Gold High-End Four-Person Room:Upper berth 27880 RMB/person, lower berth 28880 RMB/person
Prices may vary slightly depending on the season, room type, and departure schedule. The actual price is subject to consultation and contract.
📌 Booking Guide
To ride the Shifang Panda Special Train, refer to this booking guide:
The Shifang Panda Special Train does not sell tickets separately on the 12306 railway website. You can obtain tourism product sales information and make reservations through Manager Mai at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. Contact number: 132-0133-3409, WeChat consultation can also add the same number to contact Manager Mai.
Booking process reference:
1. Contact and consult: Call Manager Mai to learn about the special train’s detailed itinerary, price, and room types.
Premium Purple Gold Compartment: Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each carriage has 6 high-end compartments, with a total of 22 seats on the entire train. Both ends of the carriage are equipped with shower rooms and washbasins. The compartment features a sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, and charging sockets, offering relatively spacious space suitable for tourists with high comfort requirements.2. Choose a product: Select the appropriate 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. Pay and sign: Pay the travel fee as required, receive a receipt, and sign the national tourism service supervision unified electronic contract to complete the booking.
June to September is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, and seats on popular routes are in high demand. It is recommended to check the itinerary early and pay a deposit to secure your seat to avoid missing your desired trip.
📌 Cost and Service Description
The cost includes the corresponding seat’s train accommodation, scenic spot tickets as indicated in the itinerary, meals, local transfer transportation, on-board services, and insurance. Specific inclusions and exclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation. In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or changes in scenic spot opening policies, the itinerary can be reasonably modified with mutual agreement. Refund and change rules are subject to the Tourism Law.
In the summer of 2026, Northern and Southern Xinjiang offer azure lakes, vast grasslands, and unique ancient city scenery. Without complex planning or worrying about transit, you can slowly explore these landscapes on the Shifang Panda Special Train. For more itinerary details, feel free to contact Manager Mai at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Looking forward to meeting you on the journey.
Consultation and registration: Contact Manager Mai at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 132-0133-3409, same number for phone and WeChat, send detailed itinerary and quotes.
