2026 Chengdu Panda Special Train Shifang Route, Schedule Price and Registration Method
For more details about Xinjiang train tours, contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
Want to see the best of southern and northern Xinjiang in one go without dragging your luggage and switching hotels every day? The ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’ 16-day tour of southern and northern Xinjiang might be the tailor-made itinerary for you. This guide cuts through the fluff, starting with ‘ticket price structure’ and ‘registration approach’ to help you clarify your thoughts and make an easy decision.
🐼 Shifang:A Moving Luxury Hotel
The Shifang Panda Special Train, jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government, is a tourist train themed around pandas and ancient Shu culture. The train body features the blue-green color of Sanxingdui bronze figures, paired with panda elements and Shifang local cultural symbols, making it highly recognizable.
It does not sell tickets separately but is a packaged product of ‘ticket + travel itinerary.’ It cannot be purchased on 12306 and must be booked through a regular travel agency.
The train consists of 17 cars, with facilities comparable to a moving five-star hotel:
🛌 Sleeper Cars
Zunxiang Zijing (Premium Soft Sleeper):Located in cars 7, 10, and 11, each car has 6 compartments for a total of 22 passengers. The car is equipped with shower rooms, and compartments include sofas, round tables, wardrobes, and TVs.
Zhenxiang Bojin (Premium Hard Sleeper):Located in cars 2-6 and 12-16, each car has 10 4-person compartments for a total of 40 passengers. The car is equipped with 2 shower rooms, and compartments include tea tables and TVs.
Youxiang Bojin (Standard Four-Bed Room):Soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding, charging ports and reading lights at beds, and a TV in the compartment.
🍽 ️ Dining Car:Located in car 8, offering 2-person and 4-person seating.
🎲 Multi-Functional Entertainment Car:Located in car 9, featuring a tea bar, KTV rooms, entertainment rooms, a cigar bar, and mahjong tables.
🛠 ️ Supporting Facilities:The train also includes smoking areas, a medical room, and a tea boiler room.
🗺 ️ 16-Day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Tour:Panoramic Itinerary at a Glance
Southern Xinjiang Highlights:Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Pamir Plateau (Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road), visits with local families.
Want to see the best of southern and northern Xinjiang in one go without dragging your luggage and switching hotels every day? The ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’ 16-day tour of southern and northern Xinjiang might be the tailor-made itinerary for you. This guide cuts through the fluff, starting with ‘ticket price structure’ and ‘registration approach’ to help you clarify your thoughts and make an easy decision.Northern Xinjiang Scenery:Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach.
Cultural Experiences:Strolling through Kashgar Old City, ethnic dances, local cuisine (big plate chicken, meals, etc.).
> Reminder:The above is an itinerary overview. Specific stop times and sightseeing order may be affected by weather, road conditions, etc., and can be adjusted on-site. Refer to the actual itinerary.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
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
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
Day 6:Kashgar – Kuqa, Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden
Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayanbulak, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayanbulak Swan Lake
Day 8:Nalati/Bayanbulak – Yining, Nalati Grassland
Day 9:Yining – Beitun, Sayram Lake
Day 10:Beitun – Hemu – Jadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
🐼 Shifang: A Moving Luxury HotelDay 11:Jadengyu – 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
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates
Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ consists of 17 cars, including 3 Premium Soft Sleeper (Zunxiang Zijing) cars, 10 Premium Hard Sleeper (Zhenxiang Bojin) cars
1 dining car, 1 multi-functional entertainment car, 1 crew car, 1 generator car
Zunxiang Zijing:Located in cars 7, 10, and 11, each car has 6 premium compartments for a total of 22 passengers. Each end of the car has a shower room and washbasin, with sofas, round tables, wardrobes, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets.
Zhenxiang Bojin:Located in cars 2-6 and 12-16, each car has 10 4-person compartments for a total of 40 passengers. Each end of the car has 2 shower rooms, with tea tables, storage cabinets, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets to meet passenger needs.
Youxiang Bojin:Standard four-bed room, soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding/pillows, charging ports/reading lights at beds, compartment TV with free audio/video, public restrooms/washrooms/showers in the car.
Multi-Functional Entertainment Car:Located in car 9, featuring a tea bar, KTV rooms, entertainment rooms, multi-functional areas, etc., for passenger leisure and entertainment.
The train comes with a tea bar, KTV, cigar bar, and our national treasure—mahjong tables! A multi-functional experience car integrating parties, board games, tea tasting, and leisure—enjoy tea while watching the scenery outside.
Panda Dining Car:Located in car 8, with 2-person and 4-person seating for passenger dining.
The train also thoughtfully provides smoking areas, a medical room, a tea boiler room, and other supporting facilities to ensure all guests have a comfortable journey.
Our agency offers various travel options, including train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and custom car rentals. For details, call: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
The Shifang Panda Special Train, jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government, is a tourist train themed around pandas and ancient Shu culture. The train body features the blue-green color of Sanxingdui bronze figures, paired with panda elements and Shifang local cultural symbols, making it highly recognizable.Price:
Panda Special Train Shifang 16-Day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Tour Dates:
June 8, 2026, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
Youxiang Bojin:Standard four-bed room upper berth ¥8,480/person, lower berth ¥9,280/person
Zhenxiang Bojin:Standard four-bed room upper berth ¥15,780/person, lower berth ¥16,780/person
Zunxiang Zijing:Premium four-bed room upper berth ¥27,880/person, lower berth ¥28,880/person
June 8, 2026, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
🤔 Price Explanation and Choices
The above are reference prices for 2026 tour dates, typically including train seats, partial ground transportation, hotel accommodation, partial meals, first admission tickets to attractions, and guide services. Actual costs may vary due to berth type, group size, and policy changes.
Youxiang Bojin (Standard Four-Bed Room)
Price:Upper berth ¥8,480 / Lower berth ¥9,280
Suitable for:Travelers on a budget but wanting to experience the convenience of the train’s ‘follow-the-traveler’ feature.
Features:High cost-effectiveness, moderate privacy, suitable for group travel.
Zhenxiang Bojin (Standard Four-Bed Room)
It does not sell tickets separately but is a packaged product of ‘ticket + travel itinerary.’ It cannot be purchased on 12306 and must be booked through a regular travel agency.Price:Upper berth ¥15,780 / Lower berth ¥16,780
Suitable for:Travelers who value comfort and want fewer self-paid items and a more hassle-free itinerary.
Features:Wider berths, higher service standards, includes more main meals, more complete experience.
Zunxiang Zijing (Premium Four-Bed Room)
Price:Upper berth ¥27,880 / Lower berth ¥28,880
Suitable for:Travelers with ample budget seeking high quality, privacy, and butler-style service.
Features:Larger space, strong privacy, includes meals and more value-added services, more luxurious experience.
> Additional Notes:Prices and policies for children, upgraded compartments, etc., need to be confirmed directly with the travel agency for the latest information.
📞 Registration Method
You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Phone:181-3962-2233
Contact WeChat:181-3962-2233
📝 Booking Process and Fee Explanation
1. Inquiry and Confirmation: Contact customer service, provide the number of travelers, preferred tour date, and room type, and confirm availability and quote.
The train consists of 17 cars, with facilities comparable to a moving five-star hotel:2. Submit Information: Provide real information such as each traveler’s name and ID number for booking and signing contracts.
3. Payment and Contract Signing: Pay a deposit and sign a unified electronic contract on the national tourism regulatory platform.
4. Wait for Departure: Receive the ‘Travel Guide’ or ‘Departure Notice’ before departure and gather on time.
Fee Explanation
Included Fees:Typically cover train seats, accommodation during the itinerary, most meals, attraction tickets, and travel accident insurance.
Excluded Fees:Personal expenses, self-paid items not specified in the itinerary, and additional costs due to force majeure.
> Final Basis:Specific included items are subject to the contract.
❤ ️ Service Features
Panda Butler:Available in each car, providing 24-hour service.
Onboard Medical Staff:Professional medical personnel to ensure health.
Senior-Friendly Design:Anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems in cars, and seats and handrails in shower rooms.
⚠ ️ Booking Notes
1. Use Authorized Channels: Book through a travel agency; beware of individual resellers and unofficial platforms.
2. Book Early: Seats for southern and northern Xinjiang routes are tight during peak season; it’s recommended to inquire months in advance.
3. Prepare Documents: Bring original valid ID documents when traveling.
4. View Promotions Rationally: Be cautious of ‘sincere group formation.’
For more details about Xinjiang train tours, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to get a free detailed itinerary and train introduction)
