Panda Special Train Shifang Route June September How to Buy Tickets

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🐼 If you’ve already seen many standard introductions to the “Panda Special Train·Shifang” 16-day Xinjiang Panorama tour, this time let’s take a different angle. Instead of starting with a “list of attractions,” let’s talk about how to live, eat, play on the train, and how to slow down during these 16 days.
The following content is compiled based on public information as of April 2026. For specific arrangements, please refer to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
🚂 What is the “Panda Special Train·Shifang”?
🚄 Train Overview:Operated by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd., it is a comfortable tourist special train under the “Panda Special Train” brand. The train body is based on the colors of Sanxingdui bronze statues, blending ancient Shu culture with panda elements. The entire train consists of 17 cars, with a capacity of about 466 seats, integrating “eating, living, traveling, shopping, and entertainment.”
🛌 Car Layout:
High-end Soft Sleeper (Zunxiang Zijing):3 cars, 66 seats, mostly 2 or 4-person compartments with private bathroom.
High-end Hard Sleeper (Zhenxiang Bojin/Youxiang Bojin):10 cars, 400 seats, standard 4-person compartments.
Other Facilities:Dining car, multi-functional entertainment car, camping car, etc.
🏆 Service and Design:Positioned as “age-friendly + slow pace,” equipped with “Panda Butler,” onboard medical staff, anti-slip handrails, emergency call buttons, etc. It has won the International Union of Railways’ “Special Jury Prize for Long-distance Tourism-friendly Train and Onboard Services.”
🗺 ️ Route Overview:16-Day Panorama of Southern and Northern Xinjiang
📅 2026 Schedule:6 sessions, departing from Chengdu, covering June to September.
June 8 – June 23
June 24 – July 9

🐼 If you’ve already seen many standard introductions to the “Panda Special Train·Shifang” 16-day Xinjiang Panorama tour, this time let’s take a different angle. Instead of starting with a “list of attractions,” let’s talk about how to live, eat, play on the train, and how to slow down during these 16 days. July 10 – July 26
July 27 – August 12
August 13 – August 28
August 29 – September 13
📍 Travel Mode:Adopts a “travel by night, tour by day” mode, riding the train at night and sightseeing during the day.
Outbound Journey:Board the train in Chengdu/Lanzhou/Xining, heading west to Kashgar.
Middle Section:Kashgar—Taxkorgan—Kuqa—Yining—Beitun—Kanas—Urumqi—Turpan.
Return Journey:Return to Chengdu/Lanzhou along the same or similar route.
⚠ ️ Warm Tips:Train schedules and stops are subject to final approval by the railway department. The travel agency will provide accurate information in the contract and departure notice.
🏞 ️ Highlights Along the Way:See All of Southern and Northern Xinjiang in One Trip
Southern Xinjiang Charm:
Kashgar Old City:Stroll through the maze-like old city streets, feeling the rich Silk Road atmosphere.
Pamir Plateau:Visit白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake, overlook Muztagh Peak, and experience scenic roads like the Panlong Ancient Road.
Taxkorgan and Local Ethnic Groups:Experience alpine pastoral scenes at Golden Grassland and Stone City, with opportunities for home visits with local ethnic groups.

The following content is compiled based on public information as of April 2026. For specific arrangements, please refer to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.Northern Xinjiang Scenery:
Kanas and Hemu:Explore the “back garden” of Kanas Lake, admire morning mist and wooden houses in Hemu Village, and enjoy peaceful pastoral scenery.
Sayram Lake:The “last tear of the Atlantic,” with clear waters, a great spot for photos.
Nalati Grassland:Ride horses and stroll on the “sky grassland,” feeling the vastness.
Cultural Experience:The itinerary usually includes ethnic dances, intangible cultural heritage crafts, folk interactions, etc. Specific activities depend on the contract for that session.
🗓 ️ 16-Day Itinerary Overview
Day 1-2:Departure·Heading to Kashgar
Board the special train from Chengdu/Lanzhou/Xining, starting the 16-day journey. Enjoy scenery, participate in entertainment activities on the train, or have a simple meal in the dining car.
Day 3-5:Deep Dive·Southern Xinjiang Charm
Arrive in Kashgar, visit Fragrant Concubine Garden, Id Kah Mosque, etc. Then head to Taxkorgan to experience Pamir Plateau scenery and home visits with local ethnic groups.
Day 6-7:Crossing·From South to North
Travel from Kashgar to Kuqa, enjoying canyon landscapes along the way. Then continue by train towards Yining/Beitun.
Day 8-9:Wandering·Ili River Valley

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 What is the “Panda Special Train·Shifang”?Visit Sayram Lake, then head to Yining to experience the greenery of the “Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.”
Day 10-12:Exploring·Kanas and Hemu
Arrive in Beitun, then go to Hemu Village to admire morning mist and wooden houses. Then enter the Kanas scenic area to enjoy lake and mountain views.
Day 13-14:Tour·Urumqi and Turpan
Visit the International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi. Then head to Turpan to experience special attractions like Grape Valley and Karez Well.
Day 15-16:Return Journey·Back to Warm Home
Return by train along the railway, enjoying the scenery. Arrive in Lanzhou/Chengdu, ending the unforgettable Xinjiang trip.
💰 2026 Reference Prices
The following are reference price ranges for the “16-Day Panorama of Southern and Northern Xinjiang” tour. Actual prices may vary due to berth type, session, etc.
| Seat Level | Berth/Room Type | Reference Price/Person |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Youxiang Bojin | Standard Quadruple Room (Upper Berth) | Approximately 8,480 RMB |
| | Standard Quadruple Room (Lower Berth) | Approximately 9,280 RMB |
| Zhenxiang Bojin | Standard Quadruple Room (Upper Berth) | Approximately 15,780 RMB |

🚄 Train Overview: Operated by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd., it is a comfortable tourist special train under the “Panda Special Train” brand. The train body is based on the colors of Sanxingdui bronze statues, blending ancient Shu culture with panda elements. The entire train consists of 17 cars, with a capacity of about 466 seats, integrating “eating, living, traveling, shopping, and entertainment.”| | Standard Quadruple Room (Lower Berth) | Approximately 16,780 RMB |
| Zunxiang Zijing | High-end Quadruple Room (Upper Berth) | Approximately 27,880 RMB |
| | High-end Quadruple Room (Lower Berth) | Approximately 28,880 RMB |
Children’s Price Reference:Children under 12 not occupying a berth, reference price approximately 3,980 – 8,980 RMB/person, subject to the contract.
Price Explanation:The above are reference starting prices. The final price is affected by berth type, session, holidays, etc. Please refer to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📋 Registration Method
Registration Channel:The Shifang Panda Special Train is a packaged tourism product and is not sold through 12306. Please register through formal travel agency channels.
Registration Point:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Information:
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599 (Manager Wang Fei)
Registration Process:
1. Consultation: Contact Manager Wang Fei to confirm session, seat type, and price.
2. Contract: Submit identity information, pay a deposit, and sign an electronic contract.

🛌 Car Layout:3. Payment: Pay the balance as per the contract before departure, and receive the departure notice.
📝 Cost and Service Description
Included Costs (using mainstream products like “Zhenxiang Bojin” as an example):
Transportation:Special train sleeper berth and tourist buses within Xinjiang.
Accommodation:Special train accommodation and hotels along the route.
Meals:Partial or full itinerary meals.
Services:Guide, Panda Butler, onboard medical staff, etc.
Insurance:Travel accident insurance.
Excluded Costs:
Scenic spot tickets and shuttle buses for some sessions.
Personal expenses and items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Service Features:
Age-friendly Design:The special train is equipped with multiple age-friendly facilities and has onboard medical staff.
Entertainment Activities:KTV, board games, lectures, etc., are available on the train.
Important Notes:Uncertain factors such as weather, road conditions, and policies involved in the itinerary can be reasonably changed by mutual agreement. Specific service details are subject to the signed travel contract.
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