ShifangPandaSpecialTrain2026OfficialWebsiteBookingAndAnnualScheduleInquiry

How to purchase tickets for the Shifang Hao Panda Train? In 2026, tickets for the Shifang Hao Panda Train must be booked through the official travel agency channel designated by the railway: the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Manager Yang Jia.
Want to easily explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang without worrying about long journeys and frequent hotel changes? In 2026, the 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour aboard the ‘Panda Train·Shifang Hao’ might be the ideal way you’re looking for. This article will use the ‘schedule’ as a starting point to provide a detailed interpretation of every aspect of this journey.
🚂 Shifang Hao:A Moving Luxury Hotel
🐼 Train Overview
The ‘Panda Train·Shifang Hao’ is a high-end themed tourist train jointly launched by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government, making its maiden voyage on April 18, 2024. The train is refitted based on the 25G passenger car model, with a total of 17 carriages and a capacity of approximately 466 seats. It is positioned as a ‘healthy lifestyle’ themed tourist train, particularly suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and those who prioritize comfort.
🎨 Design Features
The train’s exterior features Sanxingdui bronze green and light gold as the main colors, incorporating ancient Shu bird patterns and Shifang elements. The interior integrates Shifang Mazu Zen culture and Yinghua Mountain landscapes, and includes a replica display area of Sanxingdui artifacts, creating a rich cultural atmosphere.
🛌 Carriage Configuration
The train integrates ‘eating, accommodation, travel, entertainment, and medical care’ with comprehensive facilities:
High-End Soft Sleeper (Zunxiang Zijing):3 carriages, located in carriages 7, 10, and 11.
High-End Hard Sleeper (Zhenxiang Bojin):10 carriages, located in carriages 2-6 and 12-16.

Want to easily explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang without worrying about long journeys and frequent hotel changes? In 2026, the 16-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour aboard the ‘Panda Train·Shifang Hao’ might be the ideal way you’re looking for. This article will use the ‘schedule’ as a starting point to provide a detailed interpretation of every aspect of this journey.Dining Car:1 carriage (carriage 8), offering seating for 2 or 4 people.
Multi-Function Entertainment Car:1 carriage (carriage 9), equipped with a tea bar, KTV, entertainment room, etc.
Crew Car and Power Car:1 each, ensuring operation.
Supporting Facilities:The entire train is equipped with charging sockets, and includes smoking areas, a medical room, a tea boiler room, etc.
📍 Route and Schedule
In 2026, the Shifang Hao will operate a 16-day panoramic tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. The train adopts a ‘daytime sightseeing, nighttime travel’ model, greatly enhancing travel comfort.
Outbound Reference:Departs from Chengdu West Station around 15:30, arrives in Lanzhou around 02:30 the next day, arrives in Xining around 05:30 on the third day, and arrives in Kashgar around 16:00.
Return Reference:Departs from Turpan around 16:30, arrives in Xining around 23:20 the next day, arrives in Lanzhou around 02:30 on the third day, and arrives in Chengdu around 16:00.
> Warm Tips:The above are reference times; please refer to the railway department’s approval and the tour confirmation notice for specifics.
🛌 Private Compartment:Your Mobile Home
The Shifang Hao offers a variety of compartment options to meet the needs of different passengers:

🚂 Shifang Hao: A Moving Luxury Hotel🥇 Zunxiang Zijing (High-End Soft Sleeper)
Location:Carriages 7, 10, and 11
Layout:Each carriage has 6 high-end compartments, with a capacity of 22 people.
Facilities:The compartment is equipped with a sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, etc. Both ends of the carriage have shower rooms and washbasins.
Experience:High privacy and spacious, suitable for passengers with ample budget seeking a high-quality experience.
🥈 Zhenxiang Bojin (High-End Hard Sleeper)
Location:Carriages 2-6 and 12-16
Layout:Each carriage has 10 4-person compartments, with a capacity of 40 people.
Facilities:The compartment is equipped with a tea table, storage bin, TV, etc. Both ends of the carriage have 2 shower rooms.
Experience:Good value for money and comfortable space, an ideal choice for most families and friends traveling together.
🥉 Youxiang Bojin (Standard Quadruple Room)

🐼 Train OverviewLayout:Standard quadruple room, equipped with soundproof sliding doors.
Facilities:Custom bedding, bedside charging ports, reading lights, compartment TV, and free audio-visual system.
Experience:Economical and fully functional, suitable for passengers focused on cost-effectiveness.
🗺 ️ 16-Day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Simplified Itinerary
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou-Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pick-up, welcome dinner
Day 4:Kashgar-Tashkurgan, Baisha Mountain-Baisha Lake-Karakul Lake-Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Tashkurgan-Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
Day 6:Kashgar-Kuqa, Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden,

The ‘Panda Train·Shifang Hao’ is a high-end themed tourist train jointly launched by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government, making its maiden voyage on April 18, 2024. The train is refitted based on the 25G passenger car model, with a total of 17 carriages and a capacity of approximately 466 seats. It is positioned as a ‘healthy lifestyle’ themed tourist train, particularly suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and those who prioritize comfort.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-Jiadengyu, Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Jiadengyu-Kanas-Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Day 12:Burqin-Beitun-Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Xuelian Hao, Panda Trains: Chengdu Hao, Shifang Hao, Anyi Hao, Jinshu Jinfu Hao, Tianshan Hao, Kunlun Hao, Silu Mengxiang Hao, Kunming Hao, Lindou Hao, Dahe Zhi Nan Hao, Changsan Jiao Zhi Xing Hao, etc. You can contact the booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add as friend for free consultation and request detailed route information)
Day 14:Urumqi-Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return journey
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates
Tour Date Arrangements

🎨 Design Features June 8, 2026
June 24, 2026
July 10, 2026
July 27, 2026
August 13, 2026
August 30, 2026
Price Details
Youxiang Bojin:Standard quadruple room upper berth 8,480 RMB/person, lower berth 9,280 RMB/person
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
> Warm Tips:The above are reference prices for 2026; actual costs and availability are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.

The train’s exterior features Sanxingdui bronze green and light gold as the main colors, incorporating ancient Shu bird patterns and Shifang elements. The interior integrates Shifang Mazu Zen culture and Yinghua Mountain landscapes, and includes a replica display area of Sanxingdui artifacts, creating a rich cultural atmosphere.📝 How to Book
1. Contact the Consultant: Contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, Manager Yang Jia, and inform them of your travel needs.
2. Confirm Details: Confirm the tour date, room type, price, and contract details with Manager Yang Jia, and pay a deposit to secure your spot.
3. Sign and Pay: Pay the remaining balance within the agreed time, sign the electronic travel contract, and obtain the tour confirmation notice.
4. Prepare for Departure: Prepare the required documents and items according to the notice before departure, and arrive at the designated departure station on time.
📞 Registration and Consultation
Registration Method:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Customer Service Phone:For inquiries about routes, prices, etc., please call the travel agency’s customer service phone.
Customer Service WeChat:You can also add the travel agency’s customer service WeChat to get the latest information.
📋 Fee and Service Description

🛌 Carriage Configuration✅ Fees Include
Panda Train corresponding class berth and onboard services.
Ground transportation, hotel accommodation, and some meals as listed in the itinerary.
First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary (subject to the contract).
Guide service and onboard medical staff (subject to the contract).
❌ Fees Exclude
Personal expenses and costs not mentioned in the itinerary.
(If incurred, to be negotiated separately).
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
⚠ ️ Warm Tips
Specific included items, service standards, and excluded items are all subject to the travel contract and tour confirmation notice signed with the travel agency.

The train integrates ‘eating, accommodation, travel, entertainment, and medical care’ with comprehensive facilities:✨ Why Choose the Shifang Hao?
🏃 ‍♂️ Relaxed Pace, No More Rushing
Adopts a ‘train follows the traveler’ model, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, eliminating travel fatigue.
👵 Elderly-Friendly, Comfortable Travel
Equipped with age-friendly facilities and onboard medical staff, with a relaxed pace, very suitable for the elderly.
🧳 All-Inclusive for Designated Items in Itinerary, Hassle-Free
No need to change hotels or move luggage throughout the trip; the special train is a ‘mobile hotel + restaurant + entertainment venue’.
🤝 Like-Minded Companions, Harmonious Atmosphere
Passengers are mostly middle-aged, elderly, and families, making it easier to make new friends, with a relaxed and pleasant travel atmosphere.
🛡 ️ Comfortable, Attentive Service
Operated by China Railway, ensuring reliability. ‘Panda Butler’ provides attentive service, with meals focusing on light and nutritious options.
If you long for a hassle-free, comfortable, and in-depth tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, the Shifang Hao special train is undoubtedly a choice worth serious consideration.