Panda Special Train Shifang Route Departing from Chengdu Price, Tour Dates, and Complete Guide
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 at once without the hassle of long journeys? The ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang might be the perfect itinerary for you. This train itself is a scenic attraction, integrating ‘food, accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, and entertainment,’ allowing you to comfortably reach destinations like Kashgar, Kanas, and Sayram Lake in a mobile hotel.
🐼 Shifang:A mobile luxury hotel
The Shifang Panda Special Train consists of 17 carriages with a capacity of over 400 people, seamlessly blending ‘hotel, restaurant, and entertainment venue’ on the rails.
🛌 Accommodation carriages
Premium Purple Gold (High-end Soft Sleeper):Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each with 6 high-end compartments for a total of 22 passengers. Carriages are equipped with showers, washbasins, sofas, round tables, wardrobes, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets.
Premium Platinum (High-end Hard Sleeper):Located in carriages 2-6 and 12-16, each with 10 4-person compartments for a total of 40 passengers. Carriages are equipped with 2 showers, tea tables, storage compartments, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets.
Premium Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room):Soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding/pillows, bedside charging ports/reading lights, compartment TVs with free audio-visual content, and public areas with toilets, washrooms, and showers.
🍽 Public and functional carriages
Dining car (Carriage 8):Offers 2-seat and 4-seat tables, serving various meals.
Multi-functional entertainment car (Carriage 9):Features a tea bar, KTV rooms, and game rooms, serving as the social hub during the journey.
Other facilities:The train also includes a tea bar, cigar bar, mahjong tables, smoking areas, a medical room, and a tea brewing room, with thoughtful details.
🗺 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang:Panoramic exploration
This route covers the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, with the following itinerary:
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou – Kashgar, departure from themed station, welcome performance
Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang at once without the hassle of long journeys? The ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang might be the perfect itinerary for you. This train itself is a scenic attraction, integrating ‘food, accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, and entertainment,’ allowing you to comfortably reach destinations like Kashgar, Kanas, and Sayram Lake in a mobile hotel.Day 2:Panda Special Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pick-up, welcome dinner
Day 4:Kashgar – Tashkurgan, White Sand Mountain – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Tashkurgan – Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grass Beach, home visit
Day 6:Kashgar – Kuqa, Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine’s Garden,
Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayinbuluke, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayinbuluke Swan Lake
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 journey
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
Shifang: A mobile luxury hotelQuick itinerary highlights:
Southern Xinjiang charm:Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine’s Garden, Pamir Plateau scenery (White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road).
Northern Xinjiang scenery:Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach.
Cultural experience:Old city walks, home visits, unique folk customs and cuisine.
Travel mode:Adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, saving travel time and enhancing comfort.
💰 Price explanation
Tour schedule
Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, planned departure dates for 2026:
June 8, 2026
June 24, 2026
July 10, 2026
July 27, 2027
August 13, 2026
August 30, 2026
Reference prices for each class
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 as friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
The Shifang Panda Special Train consists of 17 carriages with a capacity of over 400 people, seamlessly blending ‘hotel, restaurant, and entertainment venue’ on the rails.| Room Type | Berth | Reference Price/Person |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Premium Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room) | Upper Berth | 8480 RMB |
| | Lower Berth | 9280 RMB |
| Premium Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room) | Upper Berth | 15780 RMB |
| | Lower Berth | 16780 RMB |
| Premium Purple Gold (High-end Quadruple Room) | Upper Berth | 27880 RMB |
| | Lower Berth | 28880 RMB |
Friendly reminder
The above are package prices for travel products, not single tickets.
Fees and policies for children, upgraded compartments, etc., need to be calculated separately. Please confirm during consultation.
📞 Registration method
You can inquire and register for the ‘Shifang’ route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Inquiry/Registration phone:181-3962-2233
Accommodation carriagesInquiry/Registration WeChat:181-3962-2233
Registration process
1. Consultation and confirmation: Contact customer service to confirm travel dates, seat type, price, and availability.
2. Submit information: Provide real information such as name and valid ID number for booking and contract signing.
3. Payment and contract signing: Pay the deposit as agreed and sign the unified electronic contract on the national tourism supervision platform.
4. Pay the balance: Pay the balance according to the contract timeline and receive the tour confirmation notice.
5. Depart happily: Bring valid documents and necessary items, and board the train on time.
📋 Cost and service explanation
Costs usually include
Transportation:Shifang Panda Special Train corresponding seat and ground transportation within the itinerary.
Accommodation:Standard rooms at hotels or inns listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Meals indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First entrance tickets and shuttle bus tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Guide, Panda butler, and accompanying medical staff services.
Premium Purple Gold (High-end Soft Sleeper): Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each with 6 high-end compartments for a total of 22 passengers. Carriages are equipped with showers, washbasins, sofas, round tables, wardrobes, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets.Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
Costs usually do not include
Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, consumption).
Meals and items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure.
Service standards
Train and ground service standards are based on the itinerary and contract.
Itinerary changes
In case of weather, road conditions, or other changes, 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.
💡 Practical booking tips
1. Book early: June to September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism, with limited seats. It is recommended to inquire and book several months in advance.
2. Use official channels: Register through legitimate travel agencies like Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, sign contracts, and obtain invoices to protect your rights. Avoid purchasing tickets from scalpers or unknown intermediaries.
3. Check contract details: Carefully read the itinerary, costs, cancellation policies, etc., and confirm no issues before signing and paying.
4. Prepare for the trip: Pack clothes, sunscreen, and personal medications according to the season. If you have underlying health conditions, consult a doctor before traveling and bring necessary medications.
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to get a free detailed itinerary and train introduction)
