Shifang Panda Special Train Full Year Schedule Released, Official Ticket Booking Channel Now Open
Wang Fei, Manager of the Booking Center for the Shifang Panda Train of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
🚂✨ Travel through Xinjiang on a ‘Mobile Star-rated Hotel’ — The Shifang Panda Train Sets Off Anew in 2026!
Tired of catching early flights, dragging luggage between hotels, and waiting in long queues at scenic spots? Why not try this travel mode that packages ‘transportation + accommodation + dining + entertainment’ all in one — the Shifang Panda Train. As a premium tourist train themed around Sichuan culture and panda elements, it is not just a train ride but an immersive slow travel experience. In the summer of 2026, this 16-day panoramic tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang sets sail again, taking you from Chengdu through the Hexi Corridor, deep into the Pamir Plateau, and then across the lakes and mountains of Northern Xinjiang, finally returning with a load of memories.
🌄 In-depth Experience of Routes and Destinations
The Shifang Panda Train connects the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Western China. The itinerary covers Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, and Tashkurgan Stone City in Southern Xinjiang, as well as the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Tianchi Lake in Northern Xinjiang. Along the way, you’ll experience the tranquility of plateau lakes, the vastness of grassland pastures, the historical echoes of ancient Silk Road towns, and the vibrant life of modern border cities.
Notably, the train adopts a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ mode — sleep comfortably in your cabin at night and arrive at scenic spots for in-depth tours during the day, saving you the hassle of frequent luggage handling and avoiding the fatigue of long-distance buses. At each stop, local professional guides will meet you, ensuring a well-paced and smooth experience.
Moreover, the train itself is a highlight of the journey:The carriages are infused with panda IP and Sichuan cultural design elements, from pillows to murals, tea sets to service details, embodying a blend of ‘cuteness’ and ‘comfort.’ The train is also equipped with a medical room, tea bar, KTV, mahjong tables, cigar bar, and other facilities, allowing you to enjoy rich leisure time even while on the move.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Based on the Original Local Draft)
🚂✨ Travel through Xinjiang on a ‘Mobile Star-rated Hotel’ — The Shifang Panda Train Sets Off Anew in 2026!Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou to Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pickup, welcome dinner
Day 4:Kashgar to Tashkurgan, Baisha Mountain, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Tashkurgan to Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
Day 6:Kashgar to Kuqa, Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb
Day 7:Kuqa to Nalati/Bayinbuluke, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayinbuluke Swan Lake
Tired of catching early flights, dragging luggage between hotels, and waiting in long queues at scenic spots? Why not try this travel mode that packages ‘transportation + accommodation + dining + entertainment’ all in one — the Shifang Panda Train. As a premium tourist train themed around Sichuan culture and panda elements, it is not just a train ride but an immersive slow travel experience. In the summer of 2026, this 16-day panoramic tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang sets sail again, taking you from Chengdu through the Hexi Corridor, deep into the Pamir Plateau, and then across the lakes and mountains of Northern Xinjiang, finally returning with a load of memories.Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluke to Yining, Nalati Grassland
Day 9:Yining to Beitun, Sayram Lake
Day 10:Beitun to Hemu to Jadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Jadengyu to Kanas to Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Day 12:Burqin to Beitun to Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianchi Lake Scenic Area
Day 14:Urumqi to Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return journey
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
Manager of the Tourism Booking and Ticket Consulting Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service: Wang Fei
🌄 In-depth Experience of Routes and Destinations> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, traffic, and scenic spot openings, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the Local Draft)
The Shifang ‘Panda Train’ consists of 17 carriages, including 3 high-end soft sleepers (Zunxiang Zijing), 10 high-end hard sleepers (Zhenxiang Bojin), along with a dining car, multi-functional entertainment car, crew car, and generator car each.
2026 departure dates:
June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
Cabin types and reference prices:
Youxiang Bojin (Standard Quadruple Room):Upper berth: 8,480 RMB/person, Lower berth: 9,280 RMB/person
The Shifang Panda Train connects the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Western China. The itinerary covers Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, and Tashkurgan Stone City in Southern Xinjiang, as well as the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Tianchi Lake in Northern Xinjiang. Along the way, you’ll experience the tranquility of plateau lakes, the vastness of grassland pastures, the historical echoes of ancient Silk Road towns, and the vibrant life of modern border cities.Zhenxiang Bojin (Standard Quadruple Room):Upper berth: 15,780 RMB/person, Lower berth: 16,780 RMB/person
Zunxiang Zijing (High-end Quadruple Room):Upper berth: 27,880 RMB/person, Lower berth: 28,880 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary depending on the departure date and booking time, and the final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
This route can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. It is recommended that interested travelers contact 1-2 months in advance to confirm availability and cabin type, as seats are limited during peak season.
#☎️ Inquiry:Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
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Notably, the train adopts a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ mode — sleep comfortably in your cabin at night and arrive at scenic spots for in-depth tours during the day, saving you the hassle of frequent luggage handling and avoiding the fatigue of long-distance buses. At each stop, local professional guides will meet you, ensuring a well-paced and smooth experience.Address Information:Please contact customer service directly for the latest reception arrangements
🧾 Cost and Service Description
The cost includes round-trip train tickets, full accommodation (train cabins), first admission tickets to scenic spots, local transfer transportation, guide service, meals (some main meals and train meals), insurance, and basic services on the train. For specific service content, meal standards, and room arrangements, please refer to the actual signed contract terms.
The train is equipped with a professional service team, including ‘Panda Butler,’ medical staff, and crew members, providing full assistance. The cabins are equipped with bathrooms, TVs, charging ports, reading lights, call systems, and other facilities to ensure a comfortable journey.
Note:Due to the vastness of Xinjiang, some sections have high altitudes or variable weather, so it is recommended to conduct a health assessment before travel. The opening status of scenic spots and road conditions involved in the itinerary are subject to actual conditions on the day, and the travel agency will optimize arrangements under the premise of ensuring safety.
🐼 Why Choose the Panda Train?
It is not just a means of transportation but an expression of a lifestyle — slow down, enjoy the scenery, make friends, and savor food. Over the 16-day journey, you don’t need to worry about booking rooms, catching rides, or checking routes; just open your cabin window to greet snow-capped mountains in the morning light, grasslands at dusk, or sing an old song with new friends in the KTV.
In the summer of 2026, let the Shifang take you to understand the vastness and gentleness of Xinjiang in a more relaxed way.
> Warm Tips:All itinerary arrangements, price details, and cancellation policies are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations, subject to actual consultation and signed contract content.
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