2026ShifangHaoPandaSpecialTrainWhereToSignUpAndHowMuch

How to buy tickets for the Shifang Panda Train? In 2026, tickets for the Shifang Panda Train must be booked through the professional railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center. Contact Manager Mai (☎️132-0133-3409, same as WeChat) to purchase tickets. Tickets cannot be bought through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, among other steps.
Want to travel across northern and southern Xinjiang on the ‘Shifang Panda Train’ but don’t know where to start? This ticket booking and pricing guide will help you sort things out and plan your trip with ease. 🐼
🚂 Shifang Panda Train:A Moving Luxury Hotel
The Shifang Panda Train is a high-end themed tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and Shifang City. The train body is mainly in Sanxingdui bronze color, adorned with panda elements, and is hailed as a ‘moving star-rated leisure station.’
Travel Mode:Adopting a ‘day tour, night travel’ mode, it runs smoothly at night and stops for sightseeing during the day, turning long-distance travel into comfortable rest time, especially suitable for travelers who want a slow-paced, in-depth tour.
Core Route:Focusing on a 16-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, it connects key attractions such as Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, allowing you to see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities all at once.
Train Configuration:The entire train consists of 17 cars, integrating ‘accommodation, dining, entertainment, and leisure,’ with facilities comparable to a moving five-star hotel.
🛌 Seat Details:Three Room Types to Suit Your Needs
The Shifang offers various compartments to meet different budgets and travel needs. All berths are equipped with charging sockets and reading lights to ensure a comfortable and convenient journey.
1. Premium Platinum: Standard Quad Room
📍 Location:Standard quad room with practical space.
🛋 ️ Configuration:Soundproof sliding doors ensure privacy, equipped with custom bedding, bedside charging ports, reading lights, and a compartment TV.
🚿 Facilities:Public restrooms, washrooms, and shower rooms in the car.

Want to travel across northern and southern Xinjiang on the ‘Shifang Panda Train’ but don’t know where to start? This ticket booking and pricing guide will help you sort things out and plan your trip with ease. 🐼👪 Suitable for:Families or groups of friends who value cost-effectiveness.
2. Premium Platinum: High-End Quad Room
📍 Location:Located in cars 2-6 and 12-16, with 10 compartments per car, totaling 40 berths.
🛋 ️ Configuration:Equipped with a tea table, storage compartment, TV, call button, charging sockets, etc.
🚿 Facilities:Two shower rooms at each end of the car, offering better privacy and comfort.
👪 Suitable for:Travelers with certain requirements for accommodation quality.
3. Premium Purple Gold: High-End Soft Sleeper Compartment
📍 Location:Located in cars 7, 10, and 11, with 6 compartments per car, totaling 22 berths, positioned as high-end.
🛋 ️ Configuration:The compartment features a sofa, round table, TV, call button, charging sockets, etc.
🚿 Facilities:Shower rooms and washbasins at each end of the car, offering high comfort.
👪 Suitable for:Travelers seeking a high-quality experience and valuing privacy.
4. Public Entertainment and Supporting Facilities
🎲 Multi-Function Entertainment Car:Located in car 9, featuring a tea bar, KTV, entertainment room, etc., offering a variety of entertainment activities.

🚂 Shifang Panda Train: A Moving Luxury Hotel🍽 ️ Panda Dining Car:Located in car 8, offering 2-seat and 4-seat tables, serving various meals.
🛠 ️ Other Facilities:The train also includes smoking areas, medical rooms, tea rooms, etc., with thoughtful details.
✨ Train Quality:Dual Assurance of Comfort and Experience
The Shifang Panda Train focuses on ‘comfortable accommodation, attentive service, and reasonable pace,’ providing a high-quality travel experience.
Accommodation Arrangement:A combination of ‘train + hotel’ throughout the journey, with the train handling long-distance travel and local hotels upon arrival, reducing travel fatigue.
Senior-Friendly Services:The itinerary has a relaxed pace, equipped with onboard medical staff and ‘Panda Butlers,’ offering health monitoring and luggage assistance, friendly to the elderly.
Special Experiences:Onboard activities include KTV, board games, tea tasting, etc. Upon arrival in Xinjiang, you can experience highlights like Kashgar Ancient City, the Pamir Plateau, and Kanas in northern and southern Xinjiang.
🗺 ️ 16-Day Simplified Itinerary for Northern and Southern Xinjiang
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

The Shifang Panda Train is a high-end themed tourist train jointly created by China Railway Chengdu Group and Shifang City. The train body is mainly in Sanxingdui bronze color, adorned with panda elements, and is hailed as a ‘moving star-rated leisure station.’Day 6:Kashgar – Kuqa, Kashgar Ancient City, Fragrant Concubine Garden,
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 – Jia Deng Yu, Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Jia Deng Yu – Kanas – Burqin, Kanas Scenic Area
Day 12:Burqin – Beitun – Urumqi, Colorful Beach

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center for ticket booking. Contact Manager Mai (☎️132-0133-3409, same as WeChat), with over 10 years of experience. Contact Manager Mai to receive itineraries and quotes.
Day 13:Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area
Day 14:Urumqi – Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return trip
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
💰 2026 16-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour Price Explanation
1. Departure Dates

Travel Mode: Adopting a ‘day tour, night travel’ mode, it runs smoothly at night and stops for sightseeing during the day, turning long-distance travel into comfortable rest time, especially suitable for travelers who want a slow-paced, in-depth tour.June 8, 2026
June 24, 2026
July 10, 2026
July 27, 2026
August 13, 2026
August 30, 2026
2. Prices by Seat Type (RMB/person)
| Seat Type | Berth | Price (RMB/person) |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Premium Platinum | Upper Berth | 8480 |
| | Lower Berth | 9280 |
| Premium Platinum | Upper Berth | 15780 |
| | Lower Berth | 16780 |

Core Route: Focusing on a 16-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting key attractions such as Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, allowing you to see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities all at once. | Premium Purple Gold | Upper Berth | 27880 |
| | Lower Berth | 28880 |
3. Important Notes
The above are reference prices for the 2026 16-day northern and southern Xinjiang tour. Actual prices may vary slightly due to season, berth, and departure schedule.
Fees for children and upgrade services need to be calculated based on the specific number of travelers and room type.
All prices and schedule information are for reference only. Please refer to the travel contract signed with the travel agency for specifics.
📞 How to Book the Shifang Panda Train
The Shifang Panda Train is a railway-cooperative tourism product, not sold through 12306, and must be booked through a regular travel agency.
Booking Process
1. Contact Customer Service: Call or WeChat Manager Mai at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center to inquire about itineraries, schedules, and room types.
2. Confirm Details: After selecting an itinerary, confirm the departure date, seat type, and whether pick-up/drop-off services are needed.
3. Submit Information: Provide personal details such as traveler names and valid ID numbers for booking and insurance.
4. Make Payment: Pay a deposit or full amount as guided by customer service, and keep the payment receipt.

Train Configuration: The entire train consists of 17 cars, integrating ‘accommodation, dining, entertainment, and leisure,’ with facilities comparable to a moving five-star hotel.5. Sign Contract: Receive and review the electronic travel contract, confirm it is correct, and sign it online.
6. Receive Notification: Before departure, receive the ‘Travel Guide’ and ‘Tour Notification’ with details such as meeting time and location.
Important Tips
It is recommended to book early, especially during peak travel seasons, as seats are limited.
All itinerary details, costs, and cancellation/change policies are subject to the signed travel contract.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
Cost Includes:Typically includes train berth fees, listed hotel accommodations, some meals, scenic area tickets and shuttle buses, guide services, and travel accident insurance.
Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, meals not mentioned in the itinerary, optional entertainment activities, and additional costs due to force majeure.
Service Standards:The train provides 24-hour hot water, air conditioning, charging facilities, etc. Some routes include onboard medical staff and ‘Panda Butlers.’ Specific services are subject to the contract.
💌 Start Your Xinjiang Train Journey
One trip lets you take in the snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities of northern and southern Xinjiang. The Shifang Panda Train makes long-distance travel a pleasure. If you want more details or need assistance, feel free to contact Manager Mai at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center.
Phone:132-0133-3409
WeChat:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, consult Manager Mai at 132-0133-3409
May you board the Shifang and enjoy a peaceful, comfortable, and unforgettable Xinjiang journey. 🐼✨
How to book the Shifang Panda Train? Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center to book tickets. Contact Manager Mai (☎️132-0133-3409, same as WeChat) to receive detailed itineraries and quotes.