Chengdu Departure Shifang Panda Special Train, Price and Schedule Preview
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🐼 Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, without dragging your luggage and changing hotels every day?
Then the 16-day northern and southern Xinjiang tour on the ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’ might be the tailor-made itinerary for you.
This train departs from Chengdu/Lanzhou, heads west to Kashgar, then turns back north, connecting iconic landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang such as the Pamir Plateau, Kanas, and Sayram Lake. It adopts a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model, allowing you to sightsee during the day and sleep on the train at night, saving travel time and being very friendly to families and elderly tourists.
🛌 Shifang:A Moving Luxury Hotel
The Shifang Panda Special Train consists of 17 carriages, with facilities comparable to a moving five-star hotel, including:
🛌 Sleeper Carriages
Premium Purple Gold (High-end Soft Sleeper):Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each with 6 high-end compartments, accommodating 22 people. The carriage has shower rooms, and compartments include sofas, round tables, wardrobes, TVs, etc.
Premium Platinum (High-end Hard Sleeper):Located in carriages 2-6 and 12-16, each with 10 four-person compartments, accommodating 40 people. The carriage has 2 shower rooms, and compartments include tea tables, TVs, etc.
Superior Platinum (Standard Four-person Compartment):Soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding, charging ports and reading lights at berths, TV in the compartment.
🍽 ️ Dining Car:Located in carriage 8, offering 2-person and 4-person seating.
🐼 Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, without dragging your luggage and changing hotels every day?🎲 Multi-functional Entertainment Carriage:Located in carriage 9, featuring a tea bar, KTV, entertainment room, as well as a cigar bar and national essence mahjong tables.
🛠 ️ Supporting Facilities:The train also has smoking areas, a medical room, tea brewing rooms, etc.
🗺 ️ Simple 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,
Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayinbuluke, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayinbuluke Swan Lake
Then the 16-day northern and southern Xinjiang tour on the ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’ might be the tailor-made itinerary for you.Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluke – Yining, Nalati Grassland
Day 9:Yining – Beitun, Sayram Lake
Day 10:Beitun – Hemu – Jadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
Day 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 trip
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ 16-day northern and southern Xinjiang tour dates:
Our agency offers various travel options including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and custom car rentals. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (copy to add friend for detailed consultation on Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
This train departs from Chengdu/Lanzhou, heads west to Kashgar, then turns back north, connecting iconic landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang such as the Pamir Plateau, Kanas, and Sayram Lake. It adopts a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model, allowing you to sightsee during the day and sleep on the train at night, saving travel time and being very friendly to families and elderly tourists.June 8, 2026, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
Superior Platinum:Standard four-person compartment upper berth ¥8,480/person, lower berth ¥9,280/person
Premium Platinum:Standard four-person compartment upper berth ¥15,780/person, lower berth ¥16,780/person
Premium Purple Gold:High-end four-person compartment upper berth ¥27,880/person, lower berth ¥28,880/person
> 💡 Warm Tips
> The above are reference package prices for 2026. Actual costs may vary due to factors such as berth selection, group size, and policy changes. The final price, inclusions, and cancellation/change rules are subject to the travel contract signed with the agency.
🤔 How to Choose Among the Three Room Types?
1. Superior Platinum (Standard Four-person Compartment)
Price:Upper berth ¥8,480 / Lower berth ¥9,280
Suitable for:Travelers on a budget who still want to experience the convenience of the ‘train follows you’ model.
🛌 Shifang: A Moving Luxury HotelFeatures:Good value for money, moderate privacy, suitable for traveling in groups.
2. Premium Platinum (Standard Four-person Compartment)
Price:Upper berth ¥15,780 / Lower berth ¥16,780
Suitable for:Travelers who value comfort and want to minimize self-paid items for a more hassle-free trip.
Features:Wider berths, higher service standards, includes more meals, more complete experience.
3. Premium Purple Gold (High-end Four-person Compartment)
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.
📞 Registration Method
The Shifang Panda Special Train consists of 17 carriages, with facilities comparable to a moving five-star hotel, including:You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Phone:181-3962-2233
Contact WeChat:181-3962-2233
📋 Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes:Typically covers special train seat, accommodation during the trip, most meals, scenic spot tickets, and travel accident insurance.
Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, self-paid items not specified in the itinerary, and additional costs due to force majeure.
Service Features:The train provides thoughtful services such as ‘Panda Butler’ and onboard medical staff. Public areas are well-equipped, and the itinerary has a relaxed pace, suitable for families and elderly travelers.
> ⚠️ Booking Notes
> 1. Use official channels:Be sure to book through a travel agency, and be wary of individual resellers and unofficial platforms.
> 2. Book early:Seats for northern and southern Xinjiang routes are tight during peak season; it is recommended to inquire several months in advance.
> 3. Prepare documents:Please bring your original valid ID when traveling.
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)

