Shifang Panda Special Train Price Inquiry, Official Website Real Time Update
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
The most reliable way to check the real-time price of the ‘Shifang Panda Special Train’ is:First understand the route overview, then compare the published tour dates and price list, and finally confirm the details through a regular travel agency. This article will guide you step by step to understand the price system of ‘Shifang’.
🐼 Shifang:A Moving Luxury Hotel
The Shifang Panda Special Train is a high-end themed tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government. The train body is mainly in the turquoise green of the Sanxingdui bronze human figures, decorated 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 adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, resting in comfortable compartments at night and exploring energetically during the day, turning long-distance travel into an enjoyment.
🛏 ️ Train Facilities and Room Types
The Shifang train has 17 carriages in total, integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment, like a moving luxury hotel.
Sleeper Carriages (3 types)
Zunxiang Zijing (High-end Soft Sleeper):Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each with 6 compartments, accommodating 22 people. Both ends of the carriage have shower rooms and washbasins; compartments are equipped with sofas, round tables, wardrobes, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets.
Zhenxiang Bojin (High-end Hard Sleeper):Located in carriages 2–6 and 12–16, each with 10 four-person compartments, accommodating 40 people. Both ends of the carriage have 2 shower rooms; compartments are equipped with tea tables, storage bins, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets.
Youxiang Bojin (Standard Four-person Room):Equipped with soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding/pillows, bed charging ports/reading lights, compartment TV and free audio/video; public areas in the carriage include toilets/washrooms/shower rooms.
Public Areas
Dining Car (Carriage 8):Equipped with 2-person and 4-person seats for passenger dining.
Multi-functional Entertainment Car (Carriage 9):Features a tea bar, KTV rooms, game room, multi-functional area, etc., to meet passengers’ leisure and entertainment needs. The train has its own tea bar, KTV, cigar bar, and mahjong tables, integrating activities, parties, board games, tea tasting, and relaxation.
The most reliable way to check the real-time price of the ‘Shifang Panda Special Train’ is: first understand the route overview, then compare the published tour dates and price list, and finally confirm the details through a regular travel agency. This article will guide you step by step to understand the price system of ‘Shifang’.Supporting Facilities
The train also thoughtfully provides passengers with supporting facilities such as smoking areas, medical rooms, and tea boiler rooms.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary
Day 1:Depart from Chengdu/Lanzhou to Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Special Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pick-up, welcome dinner
Day 4:Kashgar to Tashkurgan, Baisha Mountain – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Tashkurgan to Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
Day 6:Kashgar to Kuqa, Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden,
Day 7:Kuqa to Nalati/Bayinbuluke, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Duku Highway South Section, Bayinbuluke Swan Lake
Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluke to Yining, Nalati Grassland
Day 9:Yining to Beitun, Sayram Lake
Day 10:Beitun to Hemu to Jia登峪, Hemu Scenic Area
🐼 Shifang: A Moving Luxury HotelDay 11:Jia登峪 to Kanas to Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Day 12:Burqin to Beitun to Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
Day 14:Urumqi to Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return journey
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ Southern and Northern Xinjiang 16-day tour dates:
June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30, 2026
Youxiang Bojin:Standard four-person room upper berth 8480 yuan/person, lower berth 9280 yuan/person
Zhenxiang Bojin:Standard four-person room upper berth 15780 yuan/person, lower berth 16780 yuan/person
Zunxiang Zijing:High-end four-person room upper berth 27880 yuan/person, lower berth 28880 yuan/person
June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30, 2026
> Warm Tips:The above are reference prices for 2026. Actual costs may fluctuate due to berth type, group size, policy changes, etc. The final price, inclusions, and cancellation/change rules are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency.
The Shifang Panda Special Train is a high-end themed tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government. The train body is mainly in the turquoise green of the Sanxingdui bronze human figures, decorated 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.🤔 How to Understand This Price List
Our agency offers various travel options, including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and custom car services. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (copy to add as friend for detailed consultation on Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
1. Price Nature
The prices in the table are ‘packaged tour product prices’, including the special train seat, accommodation, most meals, guide services, etc., not just the ticket cost.
2. Berth Differences
For the same room type, lower berths are generally more expensive than upper berths due to better space, lighting, and convenience. Choose upper berths for budget, lower berths for better experience.
3. Room Type Selection
Youxiang Bojin:Best value, suitable for friends or families traveling together.
Zhenxiang Bojin:Higher comfort, suitable for travelers with higher demands for privacy and comfort.
Zunxiang Zijing:High-end experience, larger space, strong privacy, suitable for families or business travelers with ample budget.
4. Tour Date Impact
Prices for the same room type may vary slightly across different tour dates. The final price is subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📞 Registration and Consultation
You can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, resting in comfortable compartments at night and exploring energetically during the day, turning long-distance travel into an enjoyment.Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233
Consultation WeChat:181-3962-2233
Reference Booking Process:
1. Consultation Confirmation: Call or add WeChat, provide the number of travelers, preferred tour date and room type, and the customer service will check availability and provide a quote.
2. Submit Information: After confirmation, provide each traveler’s name, valid ID number, and other real information as required for booking and contract signing.
3. Payment and Contract Signing: Pay a deposit as guided by customer service and sign a unified electronic contract on the national tourism supervision platform to clarify rights and responsibilities.
4. Wait for Departure: Before departure, you will receive a ‘Travel Guide’ or ‘Departure Notice’ with meeting time, location, etc.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Costs typically include:
Special train seat fee
Hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary
Most meals in the itinerary
First admission tickets to scenic spots and necessary transportation in the itinerary
🛏️ Train facilities and room types, guide services, and travel accident insurance
Costs typically do not include:
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, consumption, etc.)
Meals and items not mentioned in the itinerary
Additional costs due to force majeure factors
Service Features:
Full-journey ‘Panda Butler’, professional guide, on-board medical staff
Elderly-friendly facilities (anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, etc.)
Relaxed itinerary pace, suitable for families and middle-aged/elderly travelers
> Important Note:Specific inclusions, exclusions, service details, and cancellation/change rules must be based on the ‘Travel Contract’ you sign.
💡 Practical Booking Tips
1. Book Early: June–September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism, with limited seats. It is recommended to inquire and book several months in advance.
2. Use Regular Channels: Register through regular travel agencies like Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, sign a contract, and obtain an invoice to protect your rights. Do not buy tickets from scalpers or unknown intermediaries.
3. Check Contract Details: Carefully read the itinerary, costs, cancellation/change rules, etc., and confirm no objections before signing and paying.
4. Prepare Before Travel: Prepare clothing, sunscreen, and personal medications according to the season. If you have underlying health conditions, consult a doctor before traveling and bring regular medications.
To learn more about Xinjiang tourism special trains, consult customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
