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What makes Shifang Hao Panda Express special?

Panda Express • Shifang Hao

Official English Version

Panda Express • Shifang Hao is a special themed train elaborately built by China Railway Chengdu Bureau Group Co., Ltd.

It is renovated from Type 25G passenger cars, with an overall design centered on panda culture, integrating the tourism and cultural characteristics of Sichuan, Guizhou, and Chongqing.

The train has 17 carriages with various accommodation options:

deluxe twin rooms, premium quadruple rooms, and standard quadruple rooms.

It also includes a fully-equipped multi-functional carriage and a themed dining car.

The train provides diversified services: leisure vacation, food & sightseeing, study tours,

meeting the demand for stylish, high-quality travel for all ages.

What makes Shifang Hao Panda Express special?

2026 Schedule & Prices Released

For inquiries:

Guo Jing – Official Booking Manager

+86 181 3962 2229 (WhatsApp / WeChat)

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What makes Shifang Hao Panda Express special?

1. What makes Shifang Hao Panda Express special?

  • Exterior & Interior:

    Sanxingdui bronze‑toned body with panda badges;

    lighting simulates swaying bamboo forests;

    Sanxingdui cultural relic replicas on display;

    panda‑themed room keys.

  • Top‑Tier Facilities:

    17 carriages including deluxe soft sleepers, dining car, and entertainment car;

    all rooms with private bathroom (24h hot water) and panoramic view windows;

    KTV and mahjong rooms in the entertainment carriage;

    full‑train Wi‑Fi coverage.

  • Cultural Experiences:

    Daily Sichuan Opera face-changing, Yi toast songs, and other intangible cultural heritage shows;

    Sanxingdui culture lectures on board.

What makes Shifang Hao Panda Express special?

2. Can the 16‑day tour cover the best of Xinjiang?

6 major landforms + 20+ core attractions – North & South Xinjiang in one journey!

Highlights

  • Natural Wonders:

    Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake (“Last Tear of the Atlantic”),

    Nalati Grassland, Colorful Beach.

  • Cultural Immersion:

    Kashgar Ancient City Opening Ceremony, Fragrant Concubine Park,

    Taxkorgan Stone City, Tajik family visit.

  • Exclusive Experiences:

    Duku Highway “Four Seasons in One Day” crossing,

    Pamir Plateau Panlong Ancient Road driving,

    Hemu Village morning fog photography,

    Turpan fruit feast.

Route

Chengdu / Lanzhou → Kashgar → Taxian → Kuqa → Nalati → Yining → Kanas → Urumqi → Turpan → Return

No backtracking.

What makes Shifang Hao Panda Express special?

3. 2026 Xinjiang Departure Dates

6 sessions during the golden travel season:
  1. June 8 – June 23
  2. June 24 – July 9
  3. July 10 – July 26
  4. July 27 – August 12
  5. August 13 – August 28
  6. August 29 – September 13

4. Cabins & Prices

Tiered pricing based on cabin type, berth, and departure.

All‑inclusive: train transport, accommodation, meals, guide service, travel accident insurance.

  • Premium Platinum: Standard Quad Room

    Upper: 8,480 RMB / person | Lower: 9,280 RMB / person

  • Luxury Platinum: Standard Quad Room

    Upper: 15,780 RMB / person | Lower: 16,780 RMB / person

  • Exclusive Purple Gold: Premium Quad Room

    Upper: 27,880 RMB / person | Lower: 28,880 RMB / person

Child Rates (under 12, no bed/berth):
  • Premium Platinum: 3,980 RMB / child
  • Luxury Platinum: 6,980 RMB / child
  • Exclusive Purple Gold: 8,980 RMB / child
What makes Shifang Hao Panda Express special?

5. What’s included? No hidden fees!

✅ Transportation: Train berths + air‑conditioned buses in Xinjiang (7‑seat cars for Duku Highway)

✅ Accommodation: 5 nights on train + 10 nights on land (4‑diamond hotels + Jiadengyu homestays)

✅ Meals: 15 breakfasts + 30 dinners (50–120 RMB/pax), including 5 featured feasts (roast whole lamb, cold‑water fish, etc.)

✅ Tickets: First-entry tickets + mandatory shuttle buses (e.g., Kanas shuttle)

✅ Services: Panda butler + local guides + 2 on‑board medical staff + professional drivers


6. Carriage Facilities

  • Purple Gold Carriages (Car 7, 10, 11):

    6 deluxe cabins per carriage, 22 seats each, total 66 seats.

    6.5㎡ per cabin: sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, sockets.

    2 restrooms & showers per carriage, 24h hot water.

  • Platinum Rooms (Car 2–6, 12–16):

    10 quad cabins per carriage, 400 total seats.

    3.5㎡ per cabin: tea table, storage, TV, call button, sockets.

    2 showers, 2 changing rooms, 1 restroom per carriage.

What makes Shifang Hao Panda Express special?

7. How to Book?

  1. Choose your trip → Check availability
  2. Submit info (name, ID number, phone)
  3. Pay deposit to Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service official account
  4. Sign national tourism regulatory electronic contract
  5. Pay balance 30 days before departure
  6. Receive travel guide & tour notice

Tips

  • June–September is peak season; book early.
  • Book only through official channels.
  • Contact: Guo Jing +86 181 3962 2229 (WhatsApp)

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