Panda Special Train Shifang Number Fee Details, Official Website Customer Service Available for Inquiry
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 the highlights of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one go without dragging your luggage and changing hotels every day?
Then the 16-day southern and northern Xinjiang tour on the ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ might be the tailor-made itinerary for you.
This article focuses on ‘cost details’ and ‘registration methods’ to help you clarify your thoughts and make an easy decision.
🚂 Shifang:A mobile 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 statues, paired with panda elements and Shifang local cultural symbols, making it highly recognizable.
It is not sold as individual tickets but as a package of ‘ticket + travel itinerary,’ unavailable on 12306 and must be booked through a regular travel agency.
The train consists of 17 cars, with facilities comparable to a mobile five-star hotel:
🛌 Sleeper Cars
Zunxiang Zijing (High-end 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 (High-end 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-person Room):Soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding, charging ports and reading lights at the 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, entertainment room, and a cigar bar and mahjong tables.
🛠 ️ Supporting Facilities:The train also includes smoking areas, a medical room, and a tea brewing room.
🐼 Want to see the highlights of both southern and northern Xinjiang in one go without dragging your luggage and changing hotels every day?🗺 ️ 16-Day Southern and Northern Xinjiang:A Panoramic Tour Overview
This route covers the highlights of southern and northern Xinjiang, using a ‘daytime sightseeing, nighttime travel’ model, allowing you to enjoy the scenery during the day and rest on the train at night, saving travel time.
Southern Xinjiang Charm:Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Pamir Plateau (White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road), visits to local ethnic families.
Northern Xinjiang Scenery:Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach.
Cultural Experience:Strolling through Kashgar Old City, ethnic dances, local cuisine (big plate chicken, etc.).
🗓 ️ Simple 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, White Sand Mountain-White Sand Lake-Karakul Lake-Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Taxkorgan-Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grass Beach, 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
Then the 16-day southern and northern Xinjiang tour on the ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ might be the tailor-made itinerary for you.Day 10:Beitun-Hemu-Jiadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Jiadengyu-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
> 💡 Tips: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 as per arrangements. The actual itinerary shall prevail.
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
The Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ consists of 17 cars, including 3 high-end soft sleepers (Zunxiang Zijing), 10 high-end hard sleepers (Zhenxiang Bojin),
1 dining car, 1 multi-functional entertainment car, 1 crew car, and 1 generator car
Zunxiang Zijing:Located in cars 7, 10, and 11, each car has 6 high-end 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 compartments, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets to meet passenger needs.
Youxiang Bojin:Standard four-person 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 room, multi-functional area, 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 activities, parties, board games, tea tasting, and leisure—enjoy tea while watching the scenery outside the window.
Our agency offers various travel options, including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and custom car services. For details, call: 181-3962-2233 (copy to add friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices).
This article focuses on ‘cost details’ and ‘registration methods’ to help you clarify your thoughts and make an easy decision.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 brewing room, and other supporting facilities to ensure all guests have a comfortable journey.
Prices:
Panda Special Train Shifang 16-Day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Tour Dates:
June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30, 2026
Youxiang Bojin:Standard four-person room: upper berth ¥8,480/person, lower berth ¥9,280/person
Zhenxiang Bojin:Standard four-person room: upper berth ¥15,780/person, lower berth ¥16,780/person
Zunxiang Zijing:High-end four-person room: upper berth ¥27,880/person, lower berth ¥28,880/person
> ⚠️ Important Note:The above are reference prices for 2026. Actual costs may vary due to berth type, group size, and policy changes. Final prices, inclusions, and cancellation policies are subject to the travel contract signed with the agency.
🤔 How to Choose Among the Three Room Types?
Youxiang Bojin (Standard Four-person Room)
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 the traveler’ model.
Features:High cost-effectiveness, moderate privacy, ideal for group travel.
🚂 Shifang: A Mobile Luxury HotelZhenxiang Bojin (Standard Four-person Room)
Price:Upper berth ¥15,780 / Lower berth ¥16,780
Suitable for:Travelers who value comfort and want to minimize self-funded activities for a more hassle-free trip.
Features:Wider berths, higher service standards, includes more meals for a more complete experience.
Zunxiang Zijing (High-end Four-person 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 for a luxurious experience.
> 💡 Additional Notes:Prices and policies for children, upgraded compartments, etc., should be directly consulted 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
1. Inquiry and Confirmation: Contact customer service, provide the number of travelers, preferred tour date, and room type, and confirm availability and quotes.
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 statues, paired with panda elements and Shifang local cultural symbols, making it highly recognizable.2. Submit Information: Provide accurate details such as each traveler’s name and ID number for booking and contracting.
3. Payment and Contract: After paying a deposit, sign a unified electronic contract on the national tourism supervision platform.
4. Await Departure: Receive the ‘Travel Guide’ or ‘Departure Notice’ before departure and assemble on time.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Inclusions:Typically cover the special train seat, accommodation during the trip, most meals, scenic spot tickets, and travel accident insurance.
Exclusions:Personal expenses, self-funded items not specified in the itinerary, and additional costs due to force majeure.
> ⚠️ Important Note:Specific inclusions are subject to the contract.
Service Features
Panda Butler:One per car, providing 24-hour service.
Onboard Medical Staff:Professional medical personnel to ensure health.
Elderly-Friendly Design:Non-slip handrails, emergency call systems in cars, and seats and handrails in shower rooms.
⚠ ️ Booking Notes
1. Use Official Channels: Book only through travel agencies; beware of individual resellers and unofficial platforms.
2. Book Early: Seats for southern and northern Xinjiang routes are tight during peak season; inquire months in advance, especially for holidays and summer vacation.
3. Prepare Documents: Bring original valid ID documents for travel.
4. View Promotions Rationally: For promises like ‘sincere group formation,’ rely on contract terms. If weather or road conditions change during the trip, both parties can negotiate reasonable adjustments.
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
