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How to buy tickets for the 2026 Shifang Panda Tourist Train? Tickets for the Shifang Panda Tourist Train must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting Guo Jing, Manager of the Shifang Train Department, via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through other channels like 12306. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Travel through Xinjiang on a ‘Mobile Resort Estate’:2026 Shifang Panda Train Travel Guide
If you long for a deep tour of Xinjiang with a relaxed pace and no need to frequently move luggage, the 2026 Shifang Panda Train might be the travel style you’re looking for. This train is not an ordinary one but a mobile resort space integrating accommodation, dining, entertainment, and sightseeing. Spanning 16 days across northern and southern Xinjiang, it turns the journey itself into an enjoyment.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction
The Shifang Panda Train is jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and professional cultural tourism institutions, focusing on ‘slow travel + immersive experience,’ especially suitable for travelers who want to easily explore Xinjiang’s core attractions. The route covers representative sites in northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu Village, Tianshan Tianchi, and Flaming Mountain, balancing natural scenery and cultural experiences.
Although the train’s name includes ‘Shifang,’ its actual route runs through the entire Xinjiang region, starting from Chengdu or Lanzhou, ending deep in Kashgar, and completing a large loop return. The itinerary is designed with a balanced pace—daily travel time is controlled to 3-4 hours, with the rest of the time spent on scenic visits or leisure on the train, effectively reducing fatigue from long-distance travel.
It’s worth mentioning that the train is well-equipped with facilities including a tea bar, KTV rooms, mahjong tables, a cigar bar, a medical room, smoking areas, 24-hour hot water, and public showers, truly achieving a comfortable experience of ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery shifts with the train.’
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on Final Content)
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou – Kashgar, departure from themed station, welcome performance

🚂 Travel through Xinjiang on a ‘Mobile Resort Estate’: 2026 Shifang Panda Train Travel GuideDay 2:Leisure sightseeing on the Panda Train
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pickup, welcome dinner
Day 4:Kashgar – Taxkorgan, Baishan Mountain – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
Day 6:Kashgar – Kuqa, Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden
Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayinbuluke, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Duku Highway South Section, Bayinbuluke Swan Lake
Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluke – Yining, Nalati Grassland
Day 9:Yining – Beitun, Sayram Lake
Day 10:Beitun – Hemu – Jia登峪, Hemu Scenic Area

If you long for a deep tour of Xinjiang with a relaxed pace and no need to frequently move luggage, the 2026 Shifang Panda Train might be the travel style you’re looking for. This train is not an ordinary one but a mobile resort space integrating accommodation, dining, entertainment, and sightseeing. Spanning 16 days across northern and southern Xinjiang, it turns the journey itself into an enjoyment.Day 11:Jia登峪 – Kanas – Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Day 12:Burqin – Beitun – Urumqi, Colorful Beach
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
Day 14:Urumqi – Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return journey
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, traffic, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement, with specifics based on the signed contract.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on Final Content)
2026 Shifang Panda Train 16-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour Dates:
June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30, 2026

🌄 Route and Destination IntroductionSeat Types and Reference Prices:

Guo Jing, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itinerary and quotes
Premium Platinum (Standard Quad Room):Upper berth 8480 RMB/person, lower berth 9280 RMB/person
Premium Platinum (Standard Quad Room):Upper berth 15780 RMB/person, lower berth 16780 RMB/person
Premium Purple Gold (High-End Quad Room):Upper berth 27880 RMB/person, lower berth 28880 RMB/person
The above prices are current reference ranges; actual costs are subject to the travel contract signed at registration and may vary slightly due to departure dates, availability, and service configurations. All quotes include full-board accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, guide services, and basic train services, excluding personal expenses and optional items.
📞 Registration Method
To inquire about departure availability, berth selection, or obtain detailed itinerary materials, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service for consultation and registration.
Contact Number:181-3962-2229
Same as WeChat:181-3962-2229

The Shifang Panda Train is jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and professional cultural tourism institutions, focusing on ‘slow travel + immersive experience,’ especially suitable for travelers who want to easily explore Xinjiang’s core attractions. The route covers representative sites in northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu Village, Tianshan Tianchi, and Flaming Mountain, balancing natural scenery and cultural experiences.It is recommended to contact customer service in advance to confirm the departure city (Chengdu or Lanzhou), specific boarding point, and current available berth options. The registration process includes intention registration, berth confirmation, and contract signing, all handled in accordance with laws and regulations.
🧾 Fee and Service Explanation
Fees Include:
✅ 16-day train accommodation (according to selected seat class)
✅ First admission tickets to listed scenic spots
✅ Three meals daily (train meals + some ground meals)
✅ Professional guide service and ground transportation transfers
✅ Basic entertainment and facility use on the train
Fees Exclude:

Although the train’s name includes ‘Shifang,’ its actual route runs through the entire Xinjiang region, starting from Chengdu or Lanzhou, ending deep in Kashgar, and completing a large loop return. The itinerary is designed with a balanced pace—daily travel time is controlled to 3-4 hours, with the rest of the time spent on scenic visits or leisure on the train, effectively reducing fatigue from long-distance travel.❌ Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs, additional entertainment)
❌ Optional items (e.g., electric carts, boat rides at some scenic spots)
❌ Round-trip transportation from departure point to assembly station
> All service content and cancellation policies are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations. Specific arrangements are subject to the travel contract signed by both parties; it is recommended to fully communicate and confirm details before travel.
🚩 Warm Tips
The entire train consists of sleeper cars without private toilets, but each car has public showers, wash areas, and toilets to meet basic hygiene needs.
It is recommended to bring common medications, warm clothing (large temperature differences between morning and evening in northern Xinjiang), and charging devices (each berth has a charging port).
The itinerary involves multiple natural scenic areas, heavily influenced by seasons and weather; please understand and cooperate with possible reasonable adjustments.
The train has a medical room equipped with basic medical supplies to handle general emergencies.
Want to experience a panoramic tour of Xinjiang without rushing or hassle, traveling and playing along the way? Consider this Shifang Panda Train, known as the ‘Resort Estate on Rails.’ For more details, feel free to call 181-3962-2229 or add WeChat for consultation to get the latest 2026 departure dates and berth information.
2026 Shifang Panda Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase