Panda Special Train Shifang Number Xinjiang Luxury Special Train Official Website Booking
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🚂 When many people mention the ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’, what comes to mind is the panda paint on the train body and the bronze tones of Sanxingdui. But what truly leaves a lasting impression is often the moment you step into the cabin:Soft beds, warm lighting, the scenery slowly passing by outside the window, and that sense of security of ‘a home on the move’.
This article will take you from a different perspective, starting from the ‘cabin view’, to see how this train heading to northern and southern Xinjiang puts the concept of a ‘mobile hotel’ into practice.
🛏 ️ Step into the ‘Mobile Cabin’ of the Panda Special Train
The Shifang Panda Special Train is jointly created by Shifang Hengyang Cultural Tourism and Sichuan Chengdu Railway International Business Travel Group, operated by China Railway Chengdu. It is positioned as a comfortable silver-haired tourism train, focusing on ‘slow pace, in-depth travel’. The entire train consists of 17 carriages, with a capacity of 466 seats, integrating ‘food, accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment’, and is equipped with ‘Panda Butlers’ to provide one-stop service.
The train features sleeper cabins of different grades to meet the needs of various passengers:
🥇 Shifang Elegant Residence · High-end Soft Sleeper
Layout:Each carriage has 6 compartments, a total of 22 berths, offering better privacy.
Facilities:Equipped with sofas, round tables, wardrobes, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets. The space is relatively spacious, suitable for passengers with high comfort requirements.
🥈 Shifang Lodge · High-end Hard Sleeper
🚂 When many people mention the ‘Panda Special Train · Shifang’, what comes to mind is the panda paint on the train body and the bronze tones of Sanxingdui. But what truly leaves a lasting impression is often the moment you step into the cabin: soft beds, warm lighting, the scenery slowly passing by outside the window, and that sense of security of ‘a home on the move’.Layout:Each carriage has 10 four-person compartments, a total of 40 berths, making it a cost-effective choice.
Facilities:Equipped with tea tables, storage compartments, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets, meeting daily rest and entertainment needs.
🛌 Panda Elegant House · Family and Parent-child Preferred
Layout:Offers high-end four-person rooms (approx. 6.5㎡) and two-person rooms (approx. 3.5㎡).
Facilities:Features two sets of upper and lower bunk solid wood beds, with business tea tables, TV audio systems, reading lights, USB charging sockets, and call buttons. Very suitable for families or friends traveling together.
🛋 ️ Panda Return Pavilion · Standard Four-person Room
Layout:Room area is about 3.4㎡, compact but fully functional.
Facilities:Equipped with high-end beds and basic living facilities, it is an ideal choice for budget-conscious travelers.
✨ Thoughtful Details in the Cabin
This article will take you from a different perspective, starting from the ‘cabin view’, to see how this train heading to northern and southern Xinjiang puts the concept of a ‘mobile hotel’ into practice.The Shifang has fully considered comfort and convenience during the journey in its design, with many details reflecting thoughtfulness:
🖼 ️ Scenery and Views:The cabin windows are large, providing a good visual experience whether enjoying snowy mountains and grasslands during the day or stargazing at night.
💡 Lighting and Charging:Each berth is equipped with a reading light, and there are power sockets (including USB ports) by the bedside, convenient for passengers to charge their phones, tablets, and other devices.
🚪 Privacy and Safety:Cabin doors mostly use sliding doors or electronic combination locks, enhancing privacy. Handrails are installed in corridors and restrooms, floors are slip-resistant, and emergency call buttons are provided, offering thoughtful consideration for elderly passengers.
🚿 Bathroom Facilities:The train has public shower rooms, and some high-end compartments have shower rooms nearby, with 24-hour hot water supply, solving the bathing problem during long journeys.
🍽 ️ Mobile ‘Food + Entertainment’ Space
Besides the comfortable sleeper cabins, the public areas on the train are equally exciting:
🍜 Dining Car ‘Yongcheng’:Offers a fusion of Sichuan and Xinjiang cuisine, such as Bobo Chicken, Panda Ice Jelly, Lamb Skewers, and Big Plate Chicken. Passengers can also enjoy afternoon tea or cocktails here, experiencing a ‘petite bourgeoisie vibe on the train’.
🎤 Entertainment Car ‘Shigu’:Features KTV rooms, mahjong areas, tea bars, etc. Passengers can sing, play cards, chat, and enjoy the fun of the journey. Some periods also organize cultural and entertainment activities like Sichuan opera face-changing, song and dance performances, and intangible cultural heritage experiences.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🛏️ Step into the ‘Mobile Cabin’ of the Panda Special Train🗺 ️ Overview of the 16-Day Classic Northern and Southern Xinjiang Route
The Shifang Panda Special Train offers a ‘one route, multiple tours, travel by day, rest by night’ model. Passengers visit attractions during the day and rest on the train at night. Taking the classic ‘Northern and Southern Xinjiang Star Experience 16-Day Tour’ as an example (specific itinerary subject to the actual contract):
📍 Assembly City:You can choose to board the train from Chengdu, Lanzhou, Xining, or Kashgar.
🏞 ️ Core Attractions:Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountains, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Duku Highway, Turpan, and other highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang.
🗓 ️ 2026 Planned Departures:June 8, June 25, July 12, July 29, August 15, September 18 (specific departures and availability subject to actual consultation).
💰 2026 Reference Price Range
The following are some public prices from 2025 for reference. 2026 prices may fluctuate due to factors such as departure date, berth type, and hotel. Please refer to the actual consultation and contract for details.
| Cabin Type | Berth | 2025 Reference Price (CNY/person, starting from) |
| :— | :— | :— |
The Shifang Panda Special Train is jointly created by Shifang Hengyang Cultural Tourism and Sichuan Chengdu Railway International Business Travel Group, operated by China Railway Chengdu. It is positioned as a comfortable silver-haired tourism train, focusing on ‘slow pace, in-depth travel’. The entire train consists of 17 carriages, with a capacity of 466 seats, integrating ‘food, accommodation, transportation, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment’, and is equipped with ‘Panda Butlers’ to provide one-stop service.| Panda Return Pavilion | Four-person Upper Berth | 18,999 |
| | Four-person Lower Berth | 19,999 |
| | Two-person Lower Berth | 24,999 |
| Panda Elegant House | Four-person Upper Berth | 27,999 |
| | Four-person Lower Berth | 28,999 |
| | Two-person Lower Berth | 38,999 |
Warm Reminder:
The above prices do not include some scenic area internal transport, personal expenses, or costs not mentioned in the itinerary.
Prices may fluctuate due to holidays, group size, and other factors. Please be sure to refer to the final signed travel contract.
The train features sleeper cabins of different grades to meet the needs of various passengers:📞 How to Register and Inquire
The Shifang Panda Special Train is a tourism special train product, not sold through the 12306 official website. Registration must be done through travel agency channels.
Registration Method:Register at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Inquiry Method:
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599 (Manager Wang Fei)
Key Points for Inquiry:When inquiring, please specify your intended departure date and required cabin type (e.g., Panda Elegant House/Return Pavilion, number of people, etc.) to obtain a detailed itinerary and quotation.
📝 Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes:Usually includes round-trip special train sleeper tickets, hotel accommodation during the itinerary, land transportation, most meals listed in the itinerary, first admission tickets to attractions, and guide services.
Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, meals not mentioned in the itinerary, transportation and tickets during free time, additional costs due to force majeure, etc.
Service Features:Equipped with ‘Panda Butlers’ and onboard medical staff throughout the journey, providing age-friendly services and various cultural and entertainment activities.
Important Note:If there are changes in weather, road conditions, scenic area opening hours, etc., during the itinerary, reasonable changes can be made upon mutual agreement. Specific service standards and cancellation/modification rules are subject to the ‘Travel Contract’.
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