Shifang Panda Special Train 2026 Departure Schedule from Chengdu
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)
🚂 If you are looking for a route that ‘starts from Chengdu and covers both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip,’ the Shifang Panda Special Train·16-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour, set to launch in 2026, is a choice worth planning ahead. This train brings ‘hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues’ onto the rails, allowing you to travel westward in a comfortable mobile space to destinations like Kashgar, Kanas, and Sayram Lake.
🐼 Shifang Model:A Moving Luxury Hotel
The Shifang Panda Special Train is a joint initiative by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and Shifang Municipal People’s Government. It is a high-end tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and entertainment.
Train Overview:The train consists of 17 cars with a capacity of over 400 passengers. Its exterior features a blend of Sanxingdui bronze green and light gold, adorned with ancient Shu bird patterns and panda elements.
Operational Experience:Since its maiden voyage in April 2024, it has successfully operated multiple cross-provincial routes, and its ‘transportation + tourism’ model has attracted attention from cultural and tourism authorities.
🛏 ️ Car Configuration:Three Room Types to Suit Your Needs
The Shifang Model offers three different grades of compartments to meet the needs of various travelers.
1. Premium Platinum: Standard Quadruple Room
Layout:Located in the premium car, this is a quadruple room equipped with soundproof sliding doors for better privacy.
Facilities:Each bed comes with a charging port and reading light, and the compartment has a TV. The public area of the car includes restrooms, washrooms, and shower rooms.
Suitable For:Travelers seeking cost-effectiveness when traveling with family or friends.
🚂 If you are looking for a route that ‘starts from Chengdu and covers both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip,’ the Shifang Panda Special Train·16-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour, set to launch in 2026, is a choice worth planning ahead. This train brings ‘hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues’ onto the rails, allowing you to travel westward in a comfortable mobile space to destinations like Kashgar, Kanas, and Sayram Lake.2. Deluxe Platinum: High-End Hard Sleeper Quadruple Room
Layout:Located in cars 2–6 and 12–16, each car has 10 quadruple rooms.
Facilities:The compartment includes a tea table, storage compartment, and TV. Both ends of the car are equipped with shower rooms for passenger convenience.
Suitable For:Travelers with higher demands for comfort and privacy.
3. Exclusive Purple Gold: High-End Soft Sleeper Quadruple Room
Layout:Located in cars 7, 10, and 11, each car has 6 high-end compartments with a total of 22 berths.
Facilities:The compartment is furnished with a sofa, round table, wardrobe, and TV, resembling a mobile small living room. The car is equipped with shower rooms and washbasins.
Suitable For:Travelers with a generous budget seeking a high-quality journey experience.
🚂 Public and Functional Cars
Dining Car (Car 8):Offers 2-seat and 4-seat tables, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and specialty meals.
Multi-Functional Entertainment Car (Car 9):Features a tea bar, KTV rooms, and entertainment rooms, serving as the social hub during the trip.
Other Facilities:The train also includes a tea bar, cigar bar, mahjong tables, as well as smoking areas, a medical room, and a tea brewing room.
🐼 Shifang Model: A Moving Luxury Hotel🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou-Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Special Train sightseeing and leisure
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pickup, 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 Ancient City, Fragrant Concubine Garden,
Day 7:Kuqa-Nalati/Bayinbuluk, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayinbuluk Swan Lake
Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluk-Yining, Nalati Grassland
Day 9:Yining-Beitun, Sayram Lake
Day 10:Beitun-Hemu-Jiadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Jiadengyu-Kanas-Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Our agency offers various travel options including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car services. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
The Shifang Panda Special Train is a joint initiative by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and Shifang Municipal People’s Government. It is a high-end tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and entertainment.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
💰 Price Explanation
The scheduled departure dates for the Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ 16-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour in 2026 are:June 8, 2026, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30.
Premium Platinum:Standard quadruple room upper berth 8,480 RMB/person, lower berth 9,280 RMB/person
Deluxe Platinum:Standard quadruple room upper berth 15,780 RMB/person, lower berth 16,780 RMB/person
Exclusive Purple Gold:High-end quadruple room upper berth 27,880 RMB/person, lower berth 28,880 RMB/person
Friendly Reminder:The above are reference prices for 2026. Actual prices may fluctuate due to policies, taxes, etc. Please refer to the final signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
Train Overview: The train consists of 17 cars with a capacity of over 400 passengers. Its exterior features a blend of Sanxingdui bronze green and light gold, adorned with ancient Shu bird patterns and panda elements.You can inquire and register for the ‘Shifang Model’ route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Inquiry/Registration Phone:181-3962-2233
Inquiry/Registration WeChat:181-3962-2233
Booking Process:
1. Inquiry Confirmation: Contact customer service to confirm travel dates, seats, prices, and availability.
2. Submit Information: Provide real information such as name and valid ID number for booking and contract signing.
3. Payment and Contract: Pay the deposit as agreed and sign the unified electronic contract on the national tourism supervision platform.
4. Pay Balance: Pay the remaining amount as per the contract timeline and receive the tour confirmation notice.
5. Happy Departure: Bring necessary items like valid ID and gather on time to board.
📋 Fee and Service Explanation
Included Items (subject to contract)
Transportation:Corresponding seats on the Shifang Panda Special Train and ground transportation within the itinerary (usually tourist buses).
Operational Experience: Since its maiden voyage in April 2024, it has successfully operated multiple cross-provincial routes, and its ‘transportation + tourism’ model has attracted attention from cultural and tourism authorities.Accommodation:Standard rooms at hotels or inns listed in the itinerary.
Dining:Meals indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle bus tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Guide, panda butler, and accompanying medical staff services.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
Excluded Items (subject to contract)
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, laundry, tips).
Meals and items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
Service and Terms Explanation
Service Standards:Train and ground service standards are based on the itinerary and contract.
Itinerary Changes:In case of weather, road conditions, policy changes, etc., both parties can negotiate reasonable itinerary adjustments.
Final Confirmation:All prices, schedules, availability, and service details are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency and the tour confirmation notice.
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
