Shifang Panda Special Train Xinjiang Tour How to Buy Tickets Official Booking Guide

[Shifang Panda Train] How to Buy Tickets and Book the 2026 Shifang Panda Train?
The 2026 Shifang Panda Train must be booked through the railway-designated professional and formal channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
New Experience of Slow Train Travel:Unlock the ‘Moving Castle’ Journey of the Panda Train Shifang 🚂
I. Detailed Introduction to the Panda Train Shifang
The Panda Train Shifang is a special tourist train in China focusing on long-distance leisure slow travel. With the design concept of a ‘moving star-rated hotel,’ it is tailored for travelers seeking in-depth experiences. The train operates on a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, departing from Chengdu or Lanzhou and connecting key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang. The entire journey eliminates the need for frequent accommodation changes, saving the hassle of cross-city travel and luggage packing. The carriages are decorated with elements from various ethnic groups, paired with panoramic viewing windows, allowing passengers to enjoy stunning landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes while moving, truly achieving an immersive travel experience of ‘people traveling amidst scenery, scenery flowing with the train.’
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Unique Features
The Shifang train consists of 17 carriages, offering three seat options:
Premium Purple Gold (High-end Soft Sleeper): Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each with 6 compartments, recommended capacity of 22 people. Compartments are equipped with sofas, round tables, wardrobes, LCD TVs, charging sockets, and 24-hour hot water showers, offering strong privacy, suitable for family or business travel.
Premium Platinum (High-end Hard Sleeper):Distributed in carriages 2-6 and 12-16, each with 10 four-person compartments, totaling 40 seats. Compartments include tea tables, storage bins, LCD TVs, and charging sockets, with public shower rooms at both ends of the carriage, balancing comfort and cost-effectiveness.
Premium Platinum (Standard Four-person Room):Soundproof sliding door design, equipped with custom bedding, throw pillows, bedside charging ports, and reading lights. Public areas include toilets, washrooms, and shower rooms, meeting basic travel needs.
Full Train Hardware Highlights:

New Experience of Slow Train Travel: Unlock the ‘Moving Castle’ Journey of the Panda Train Shifang 🚂Multi-functional Entertainment Carriage (Carriage 9):Integrates a tea bar, KTV, mahjong tables, and entertainment rooms. Passengers can host parties, sip tea while sightseeing, or experience traditional board and card games of various ethnic groups.
Panda Dining Car (Carriage 8):Offers 2-seat and 4-seat tables, serving specialties from northern and southern Xinjiang, such as baked buns and hand-pulled rice, allowing taste buds to travel along with the itinerary.
Thoughtful Amenities:Full train Wi-Fi coverage, smoking areas, medical rooms, tea rooms, and equipped with call buttons and emergency buttons, ensuring convenience and safety during the journey.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights
Thoughtful Accompanying Services:Each group is equipped with a professional guide and train butler, providing 24-hour luggage assistance, attraction explanations, and emergency support.
Exclusive Special Arrangements:The itinerary includes activities such as visits to ethnic families and intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences, like eagle dance performances by various ethnic groups and flower cap making.
Convenient Transportation Experience:The train goes directly to scenic spots, reducing transfer waiting times. For example, from Kashgar to Tashkurgan, it saves 4 hours of driving.
Reasonable Dining Standards:The dining car provides meals, including breakfast, main meals, and afternoon tea daily. Main meals consist of four dishes and one soup, paired with seasonal fruits.
IV. Simple Itinerary (2026 Latest Version)
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou → Kashgar

I. Detailed Introduction to the Panda Train ShifangDeparture day, attend a welcome ceremony at the themed station, watch ethnic song and dance performances, and check into a hotel upon arriving in Kashgar in the evening.
Day 2:Panda Train Slow Travel Day
Travel all day along the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, capture the Gobi sunset through the viewing windows, and enjoy tea ceremony activities in the carriage.
Day 3:In-depth Kashgar Tour
Visit the Id Kah Mosque in the morning, explore the Kashgar Old City in the afternoon, listen to Rawap performances at a century-old teahouse, and enjoy a roast whole lamb feast for dinner.
Day 4:Kashgar → Tashkurgan
Cross白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Muztagh Ata, cycle by Karakul Lake, challenge the网红 (viral) Panlong Ancient Road in the evening, and take a photo at the sign reading ‘Today, I’ve walked all the detours; from now on, life is all smooth sailing.’
Day 5:Tashkurgan Cultural Day
Explore the Stone City ruins, stroll through the Golden Grassland Wetland, visit ethnic villages in the afternoon, learn to play the eagle flute, and taste mare’s milk wine.
Day 6:Kashgar → Kuqa

The Panda Train Shifang is a special tourist train in China focusing on long-distance leisure slow travel. With the design concept of a ‘moving star-rated hotel,’ it is tailored for travelers seeking in-depth experiences. The train operates on a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, departing from Chengdu or Lanzhou and connecting key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang. The entire journey eliminates the need for frequent accommodation changes, saving the hassle of cross-city travel and luggage packing. The carriages are decorated with elements from various ethnic groups, paired with panoramic viewing windows, allowing passengers to enjoy stunning landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes while moving, truly achieving an immersive travel experience of ‘people traveling amidst scenery, scenery flowing with the train.’Visit the Fragrant Concubine’s Garden, then the train crosses the Tianshan Tunnel, arriving in Kuqa in the evening. Taste Kuqa big naan bread and grilled pigeon.
Day 7:Kuqa → Nalati
Explore the Tianshan Grand Canyon in the morning, drive along the southern section of the Duku Highway in the afternoon, passing by Big and Small Dragon Pools, and arrive at Nalati Grassland in the evening to stay in yurts.
Day 8:Nalati Grassland Day
Free time all day:You can ride horses across the aerial grassland or take a helicopter to overlook the snow-capped meadows. Head to Yining in the evening.
Day 9:Yining → Sayram Lake

Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Cycle or drive around the lake, capture the reflection of snow-capped mountains at the Command Post, head to Beitun in the evening, and watch the sunset over the Junggar Basin along the way.
Day 10:Beitun → Hemu
Transfer to an off-road vehicle to enter Hemu Village, hike through the birch forest, observe the Milky Way with a telescope at night, and stay in Tuvan wooden houses.
Day 11:Kanas Exploration

II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Unique FeaturesTake the shuttle bus to visit the Three Bays, climb the Fish Viewing Platform to overlook Kanas Lake, head to Burqin in the afternoon, and taste grilled dogfish at the night market.
Day 12:Burqin → Urumqi
Cross the Gurbantunggut Desert, visit the Colorful Beach Danxia landform, and return to Urumqi by train in the evening.
Day 13:Urumqi Heavenly Lake Day
Visit Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, take the Maya Mountain cable car to get close to Bogda Peak, and shop for dried fruits and Atlas silk in the afternoon.
Day 14:Turpan Cultural Tour
Visit the Karez Well Park, experience sand-baked eggs at the foot of the Flaming Mountains, and return to Urumqi in the evening to prepare for departure.
Days 15-16:Happy Return
The train returns to Chengdu/Lanzhou, with a travel sharing session on the way, exchanging photos and travel stories.
V. 2026 Departure Dates and Price Information

The Shifang train consists of 17 carriages, offering three seat options:The Shifang 2026 16-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour has 6 sessions:
Departure Dates:June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
Price Reference (subject to contract):
Premium Platinum:Upper berth 8480 RMB/person, lower berth 9280 RMB/person
Premium Platinum:Upper berth 15780 RMB/person, lower berth 16780 RMB/person
Premium Purple Gold:Upper berth 27880 RMB/person, lower berth 28880 RMB/person
The price includes train transportation, basic accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, and guide services, but does not include round-trip transportation or personal expenses. Availability and prices are subject to actual consultation; it is recommended to book 30 days in advance during peak season.
VI. Booking and Registration Method
The Shifang train product is exclusively operated by the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. The booking process is as follows:
Contact and Consultation:Manager Maizi available 24/7, landline 0991-3333832, mobile/WeChat 132-0133-3409

Premium Purple Gold (High-end Soft Sleeper): Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each with 6 compartments, recommended capacity of 22 people. Compartments are equipped with sofas, round tables, wardrobes, LCD TVs, charging sockets, and 24-hour hot water showers, offering strong privacy, suitable for family or business travel.Select Product:Provide travel date, seat type, and number of people, confirm availability and price
Submit Information:Provide valid identification, contact information, and other basic details
Pay Deposit:Sign an electronic contract and pay a 30% deposit, with the balance paid 15 days before departure
VII. Fee and Service Related Notes
The itinerary includes train sleeper berths, scenic spot tickets, guide services, and basic meals, but does not include:
Personal Expenses:Such as special entertainment activities, consumption, etc.
Optional Experiences:Such as helicopter tours, horse riding, and other value-added services
：Single travelers will be matched for shared accommodation as much as possible; if not possible, a single supplement is required
All service details are subject to the contract; for more information, consult Manager Maizi to obtain the ‘Itinerary Confirmation Letter.’
VIII. Invitation to a Journey Across Mountains and Rivers
From deserts to snow-capped mountains, from grasslands to lakes, the Panda Train Shifang connects the finest scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang in 16 days. There is no rush of superficial sightseeing here, only the gentleness of slowing down. In 2026, let us take the train as our home and the scenery as our companion, embarking on a deep travel journey without haste! Contact Manager Maizi now to secure your seat, and let the Shifang carry all your imagination of Xinjiang, slowly heading into the distance.
The 2026 Shifang Panda Train must be booked through the railway-designated professional and formal channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.