Panda Special Train Shifang Number Price List Registration Booking
Guo Jing, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Special Train Department, 181 3962 2229. (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary materials)
Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang at once, without changing hotels every day or spending long hours on a bus? 🚂 Then the ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang might be tailor-made for you.
This train, jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government, integrates ‘eating, accommodation, travel, and sightseeing’ into one line, allowing you to ‘lie down and enjoy the scenery’ in a comfortable compartment, saving you from the fatigue of travel.
🛏 ️ Shifang:A Moving Luxury Hotel
The Shifang is composed of 17 cars, with a capacity of over 400 people, integrating a ‘moving hotel + restaurant + entertainment venue’ into one. The entire train is covered with free Wi-Fi, and is equipped with a medical room and accompanying medical staff, adding peace of mind to your journey.
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, allowing you to cross deserts, Gobi, snowy mountains, and grasslands in your sleep, and be full of energy to visit attractions during the day.
Overview of Carriage Facilities
🥇 Zunxiang Zijing (High-end Soft Sleeper)
Location: Cars 7, 10, 11
Layout: 6 high-end compartments per car, accommodating 22 VIP guests.
Facilities: The compartment is equipped with a sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, etc. The car has shower rooms and washbasins.
🥈 Zhenxiang Platinum (High-end Hard Sleeper)
Location: Cars 2–6, 12–16
Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang at once, without changing hotels every day or spending long hours on a bus? 🚂 Then the ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang might be tailor-made for you.Layout: 10 4-person compartments per car, accommodating 40 passengers.
Facilities: The compartment is equipped with a tea table, storage compartment, TV, etc. The car has 2 shower rooms.
🥉 Youxiang Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room)
Layout: Standard quadruple room, equipped with soundproof sliding doors.
Facilities: Each bed has a charging port and reading light. The car has public toilets, washrooms, and shower rooms.
Public Areas and Amenities
🍽 ️ Panda Dining Car (Car 8): Offers 2-person and 4-person seating, blending Sichuan cuisine with Xinjiang flavors.
🎲 Multi-functional Entertainment Car (Car 9): Features a tea bar, KTV, entertainment room, etc., and is also equipped with a cigar bar and mahjong tables.
Others: The train also thoughtfully includes smoking areas, medical rooms, tea brewing rooms, and other supporting facilities.
🗺 ️ Simple 16-Day Itinerary for Northern and Southern Xinjiang
> Note:The following is an itinerary overview. The actual order and timing of visits may be adjusted based on weather, road conditions, etc. Please refer to the tour confirmation notice and on-site arrangements.
Day 1: Chengdu/Lanzhou-Kashgar, themed station departure, welcome performance
This train, jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group Co., Ltd. and the Shifang Municipal People’s Government, integrates ‘eating, accommodation, travel, and sightseeing’ into one line, allowing you to ‘lie down and enjoy the scenery’ in a comfortable compartment, saving you from the fatigue of travel.Day 2: Panda Special 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,
Day 7: Kuqa-Nalati/Bayinbuluk, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayinbuluk Swan Lake
Day 8: Nalati/Bayinbuluk-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
Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Guo Jing at 181 3962 2229, add as friend, and send itinerary and pricing
🛏️ Shifang: A Moving Luxury HotelDay 14: Urumqi-Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return trip
Days 15-16: Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to VIP guests
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates
Reference prices and tour dates for the Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang are as follows. Please note that these are for reference only. The final price, inclusions, and cancellation/change rules are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency.
Tour Dates
June 8, 2026
June 24, 2026
July 10, 2026
July 27, 2026
August 13, 2026
August 30, 2026
Reference Prices by Carriage
The Shifang is composed of 17 cars, with a capacity of over 400 people, integrating a ‘moving hotel + restaurant + entertainment venue’ into one. The entire train is covered with free Wi-Fi, and is equipped with a medical room and accompanying medical staff, adding peace of mind to your journey. Youxiang Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room)
Upper berth: 8480 yuan/person
Lower berth: 9280 yuan/person
Zhenxiang Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room)
Upper berth: 15780 yuan/person
Lower berth: 16780 yuan/person
Zunxiang Zijing (High-end Quadruple Room)
Upper berth: 27880 yuan/person
Lower berth: 28880 yuan/person
💡 Price Explanation
The above are reference prices for 2026. Actual costs may vary due to berth type, group size, policy changes, etc. The final price, inclusions, and cancellation/change rules are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency.
📞 How to Register
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, allowing you to cross deserts, Gobi, snowy mountains, and grasslands in your sleep, and be full of energy to visit attractions during the day.You can inquire and register for the ‘Panda Special Train·Shifang’ route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Inquiry Phone: 181-3962-2229
WeChat Inquiry: 181-3962-2229
📝 Booking Process
1. Inquire: Contact customer service to confirm travel dates, number of people, and preferred compartment type.
2. Sign and Pay: Submit personal information, pay a deposit or full amount, and sign a unified electronic contract on the national tourism regulatory platform.
3. Travel: Receive the ‘Travel Guide’ or ‘Tour Confirmation Notice’ before departure, and gather on time to board.
> Warm Tip: Special train seats are limited, especially during summer and holidays. It is recommended to inquire and book early.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Inclusions: Typically include special train seat fee, accommodation during the trip, most meals, attraction tickets, and travel accident insurance, etc.
Exclusions: Personal expenses, optional items not specified in the itinerary, and additional costs due to force majeure, etc.
Service Features: The train offers thoughtful services such as ‘Panda Butler’ and accompanying medical staff, rich public area facilities, and a relaxed itinerary pace, suitable for families and elderly travelers.
> Important Note: Specific inclusions and exclusions, cancellation/change rules, etc., are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency.
Friends who want to take the Shifang Panda Special Train are welcome to consult the special train manager: Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
