Chengdu Departure Shifang Number 16 Day Tour Cost Effective Price Guide
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🚂 Experience Xinjiang at a Different Pace:Slow Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang in a ‘Mobile Hotel’ — A New 16-Day Experience on the 2026 Shifang Panda Special Train
If you’ve already tried direct flights or self-driving tours, you might consider a more relaxed approach: turning the journey itself into a scenic experience. In 2026, the ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’ continues its 16-day panoramic tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, adopting a ‘travel by night, explore by day + in-depth sightseeing’ model, turning long-distance travel into rest time while focusing on immersing yourself in Xinjiang’s landscapes and culture during the day. This train is not just a mode of transport but a movable comfortable space—equipped with a tea bar, KTV, mahjong tables, a cigar bar, and even private showers and a medical room, truly realizing ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery moves with the train.’
🌄 Tour Highlights:Cover the Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Trip
This 16-day itinerary connects the cultural depth of Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang, the vast lakes of the Pamir Plateau, the rugged wonders of the Duku Highway, the expansive greenery of the Yili Grasslands, and the fairy-tale forests of Kanas and the colorful地貌 of the五彩滩 in Northern Xinjiang. Departing from Chengdu or Lanzhou, entering Xinjiang via the Qinghai-Tibet Railway branch, you can overlook the Qinghai Lake, Delingha, and other northwestern landscapes along the way, finally returning in a loop without retracing your steps.
The train is modified from 25G passenger cars, with an exterior blending bronze green and light gold tones, adorned with elements of ancient Shu culture. The compartments are clearly divided, balancing privacy and social interaction, especially suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly groups, and travelers who prefer a relaxed pace. The train is equipped with a ‘Panda Butler’ service team and onboard medical staff, providing luggage assistance, health monitoring, and itinerary reminders to enhance travel peace of mind.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Based on the original local finalized text)
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou – Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
🚂 Experience Xinjiang at a Different Pace: Slow Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang in a ‘Mobile Hotel’ — A New 16-Day Experience on the 2026 Shifang Panda Special TrainDay 2:Panda Special Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pick-up, welcome dinner
Day 4:Kashgar – Tashkurgan, Baishan Mountain – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Tashkurgan – Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
Day 6:Kashgar – Kuqa, Kashgar Ancient City, Xiangfei Garden
Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayinbuluke, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayinbuluke Swan Lake
Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluke – Yining, Nalati Grassland
If you’ve already tried direct flights or self-driving tours, you might consider a more relaxed approach: turning the journey itself into a scenic experience. In 2026, the ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’ continues its 16-day panoramic tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, adopting a ‘travel by night, explore by day + in-depth sightseeing’ model, turning long-distance travel into rest time while focusing on immersing yourself in Xinjiang’s landscapes and culture during the day. This train is not just a mode of transport but a movable comfortable space—equipped with a tea bar, KTV, mahjong tables, a cigar bar, and even private showers and a medical room, truly realizing ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery moves with the train.’Day 9:Yining – Beitun, Sayram Lake
Day 10:Beitun – Hemu – Jiadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
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 Well, Flaming Mountain, return journey
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
For more details on Xinjiang special train tours, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as a friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🌄 Tour Highlights: Cover the Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Trip> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the 2026 local finalized text)
The Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ consists of 17 cars, including various room types:
Zunjin Purple Gold (High-end Quadruple Room):Located in cars 7, 10, and 11, each with 6 compartments for 22 people; equipped with sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, charging socket, and shower.
Upper berth 27,880 RMB/person, lower berth 28,880 RMB/person
Zhenxiang Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room):Located in cars 2-6 and 12-16, each with 10 compartments for 40 people; equipped with tea table, storage compartment, TV, call button, charging socket, and 2 showers at each end of the car.
Upper berth 15,780 RMB/person, lower berth 16,780 RMB/person
This 16-day itinerary connects the cultural depth of Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang, the vast lakes of the Pamir Plateau, the rugged wonders of the Duku Highway, the expansive greenery of the Yili Grasslands, and the fairy-tale forests of Kanas and the colorful地貌 of the五彩滩 in Northern Xinjiang. Departing from Chengdu or Lanzhou, entering Xinjiang via the Qinghai-Tibet Railway branch, you can overlook the Qinghai Lake, Delingha, and other northwestern landscapes along the way, finally returning in a loop without retracing your steps.Youxiang Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room):Soundproof sliding door, custom bedding and pillows, reading light and USB charging port at berth, compartment TV and free audio-visual system, public area with toilet, washroom, and shower.
Upper berth 8,480 RMB/person, lower berth 9,280 RMB/person
2026 Tour Dates:June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific fees and availability are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency and may vary slightly by departure.
📞 Registration Method
You can register by contacting Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Contact Number:181-3962-2233
The train is modified from 25G passenger cars, with an exterior blending bronze green and light gold tones, adorned with elements of ancient Shu culture. The compartments are clearly divided, balancing privacy and social interaction, especially suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly groups, and travelers who prefer a relaxed pace. The train is equipped with a ‘Panda Butler’ service team and onboard medical staff, providing luggage assistance, health monitoring, and itinerary reminders to enhance travel peace of mind.💬 WeChat Same Number:181-3962-2233 (Please note ‘Shifang Inquiry’ when adding)
Customer service will provide detailed itinerary materials, seat status inquiries, and registration process guidance. Address information can be obtained directly from customer service.
🧳 Fee and Service Description
Fees Include:Full accommodation on the special train (according to selected room type), first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, local air-conditioned tour bus transfers, professional tour guide service, meals on the Panda Special Train (some main meals), onboard medical and Panda Butler service.
Fees Exclude:Round-trip transportation from departure point to assembly station, personal expenses, non-itinerary free activities, single occupancy surcharge (for single bookings, we will try to arrange room sharing, special cases need separate negotiation).
The train is equipped with a multi-functional entertainment car (Car 9), including a tea bar, KTV rooms, chess and card area, and cigar bar; Car 8 is the Panda dining car, providing seating for 2 or 4 people; additionally, there are medical rooms, tea boiler rooms, smoking areas, and other facilities to ensure travel comfort.
> All service content, itinerary arrangements, and cancellation/modification rules are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant contract terms, subject to actual consultation and signing.
This journey is not just about reaching the destination, but enjoying every moment on the road. As the Gobi, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes pass by outside the window, you brew a cup of tea in your warm compartment, play a round of mahjong with travel companions, or sing a light song in the KTV—this is the slow travel philosophy of 2026.
For more details on Xinjiang special train tours, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as a friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
