Shifang Panda Special Train Xinjiang 16 Day Tour June to September Schedule

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🚂 If you’re looking for a way to travel in Xinjiang that ‘packs hotel and transportation together,’ the 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour on the ‘Shifang · Panda Special Train’ might be worth your serious consideration.
This special train departs from Chengdu or Lanzhou, heading west, connecting the culture of Southern Xinjiang, the snowy mountains of the Pamir Plateau, the grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang, and the Flaming Mountains and Karez of Eastern Xinjiang. You don’t need to move your luggage or change hotels; just sleep on the train and arrive at the next destination.
🗺 ️ Route Overview:16-Day Panoramic Xinjiang
📍 Route Map
Southern Xinjiang Route:Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau (Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road), Tashkurgan Stone City, Golden Grassland
Duku Highway Section:Kuche Tianshan Grand Canyon, Bayanbulak Grassland, Nalati Valley Grassland
Northern Xinjiang Route:Sayram Lake, Hemu Village, Kanas Lake, Colorful Beach
Eastern Xinjiang Route:Urumqi Tianshan Tianchi, Turpan Karez, Flaming Mountains
📅 Daily Highlights Overview
D1-2 | Departure and Along the Way:Board in Chengdu/Lanzhou, travel west along the Qinghai-Tibet Railway and Golmud-Korla Railway, enjoy views of Qinghai Lake and Delingha.
D3 | Arrive in Kashgar:Start the Southern Xinjiang cultural tour, attend a welcome dinner, check into hotel.
D4 | Pamir Plateau:Along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway, visit Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, experience Panlong Ancient Road, overnight in Tashkurgan.

🚂 If you’re looking for a way to travel in Xinjiang that ‘packs hotel and transportation together,’ the 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour on the ‘Shifang · Panda Special Train’ might be worth your serious consideration.D5 | Tashkurgan → Kashgar:Explore Stone City and Golden Grassland, experience Tajik home visit, return to Kashgar.
D6 | Kashgar Culture:In-depth tour of Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Id Kah Mosque, take special train to Kuche in the evening.
D7 | Canyon and Highway:Visit Tianshan Grand Canyon, cross the southern section of Duku Highway, head to Bayanbulak or Nalati.
D8 | Nalati Grassland:Enjoy valley grassland scenery in ‘Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall,’ overnight in Yining.
D9 | Sayram Lake:Visit ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ take special train to Beitun in the evening.
D10 | Hemu Village:Explore Tuva village, enjoy Hemu River valley and wooden house views, overnight in Jadengyu or Burqin.
D11 | Kanas Lake:Stroll along Three Bays (Moon Bay, Immortal Bay, Crouching Dragon Bay), feel the lake and mountain scenery, overnight in Burqin.
D12 | Colorful Beach → Urumqi:Morning visit to Colorful Beach, afternoon take special train back to Urumqi.
D13 | Tianshan Tianchi:Visit ‘Heavenly Jade Pool,’ feel the tranquility of the alpine lake, overnight in Urumqi.
D14 | Turpan Charm:Visit Karez, feel the heat of Flaming Mountains, enjoy fruit feast, take special train back.
D15-16 | Arrival:Sightseeing along the way, arrive in Lanzhou and Chengdu, end the trip.
💰 2026 Latest Price Reference

This special train departs from Chengdu or Lanzhou, heading west, connecting the culture of Southern Xinjiang, the snowy mountains of the Pamir Plateau, the grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang, and the Flaming Mountains and Karez of Eastern Xinjiang. You don’t need to move your luggage or change hotels; just sleep on the train and arrive at the next destination.The following are reference prices for the June-September 2026 departures. Actual prices may vary due to berth type, departure date, room type, etc. Please refer to the contract.
1. Premium Platinum (Standard Quad Room)
Upper Berth:Approx. 8,480 RMB/person
Lower Berth:Approx. 9,280 RMB/person
Child Price (under 12, no berth):Approx. 3,980 RMB/person
2. Deluxe Platinum (Standard Quad Room)
Upper Berth:Approx. 15,780 RMB/person
Lower Berth:Approx. 16,780 RMB/person
Child Price (under 12, no berth):Approx. 6,980 RMB/person
3. Luxury Purple Gold (High-End Quad Room)
Upper Berth:Approx. 27,880 RMB/person
Lower Berth:Approx. 28,880 RMB/person

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🗺️ Route Overview: 16-Day Panoramic XinjiangChild Price (under 12, no berth):Approx. 8,980 RMB/person
📌 Price Supplementary Notes
Berth Principle:1 person booking gets upper berth; odd number of people, the single person gets upper berth, no guarantee of same compartment.
Upgrade Options:Can pay to upgrade to 2-person cabin, etc., cost approx. 3,000 RMB/person and up, subject to confirmation at signing.
：If single occupancy for ground accommodation, need to supplement, reference approx. 4,000 RMB, subject to contract.
📋 Booking Method
Shifang Panda Special Train is a packaged tour product, not sold separately, must book through travel agency.
Booking Agency:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
Consultation/Booking Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Consultation Phone:180-9596-9599
WeChat Consultation:180-9596-9599 (Please note ‘Shifang Xinjiang 16-Day Tour’ when adding)
Booking Process

📍 Route Map1. Consultation: Contact Manager Wang Fei to confirm departure date, availability, price, and service details.
2. Submit Information: Provide traveler names, valid ID/passport numbers, etc., for real-name booking.
3. Sign and Pay: After confirming the contract, pay the deposit and balance as agreed.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Receive the tour confirmation before departure and prepare documents and items as required.
🔍 Cost and Service Details
Included Items
Transportation:Shifang Panda Special Train seat, local air-conditioned tour bus.
Accommodation:7 nights on special train and 8 nights in land hotels (different room types have different standards).
Meals:All breakfasts and main meals (different meal standards, including specialty meals).
Service:Full-tour guide, local commentary, Panda Butler, and onboard medical staff.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
Excluded Items

Southern Xinjiang Route: Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau (Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road), Tashkurgan Stone City, Golden Grassland Round-trip transportation to/from Chengdu/Lanzhou.
Personal expenses and items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Single room supplement (if choosing single occupancy).
Service Features
Panda Butler:24-hour service, assist in solving travel issues.
Onboard Medical:Handle emergencies like altitude sickness.
Elderly-Friendly Facilities:Carriages equipped with anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, etc.
Entertainment Carriage:Provides KTV, chess and cards, tea bar, etc.
⚠ ️ Warm Tips
Itinerary Changes:Due to weather, road conditions, etc., itinerary may change, subject to actual arrangements.
Altitude Sickness Tip:Pamir Plateau route has high altitude, recommend caution for those over 65 or with underlying conditions.
Ticket Policy:Different ticket levels include different ticket policies, please confirm in detail before signing.
A 16-day Xinjiang journey begins the moment you board the train. If you want to avoid the hassle of frequent hotel changes and enjoy the best of Southern and Northern Xinjiang in comfort, this ‘Shifang · Panda Special Train’ is worth exploring further.
To get a more detailed itinerary, hotel list, or personalized advice, you can directly contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service at 180-9596-9599. She will provide targeted answers based on your needs.
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