Shifang Panda Train Popular Routes Recommendation Price List
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🚂 Want to see all the snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, but worried about long journeys?
The ‘Shifang Panda Special Train’ 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang might be the ideal choice you’re looking for. This train integrates ‘transportation + accommodation + sightseeing’ into one, allowing you to easily reach core attractions like Kashgar and Kanas in comfortable compartments.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights Overview
📅 Travel Pace:The entire trip lasts 16 days and 15 nights, adopting a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model. Explore during the day and ride at night, effectively saving travel time, suitable for travelers who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth tour.
🏞 ️ Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop:One journey covers the essence of both northern and southern Xinjiang. In southern Xinjiang, experience the grandeur of the Pamir Plateau and the culture of Kashgar’s ancient city; in northern Xinjiang, enjoy the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas and Hemu, and the vastness of the Nalati Grassland.
🚆 Mobile Hotel Experience:The Shifang is hailed as a ‘luxury cruise ship on rails,’ with well-equipped interiors integrating ‘eating, living, traveling, and entertainment’ into one, serving as a mobile boutique hotel and leisure space.
🛏 ️ Inside the Shifang
The Shifang consists of 17 carriages with a capacity of 466 seats, combining comfort and rich entertainment features.
🚂 Want to see all the snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, but worried about long journeys?🛌 Accommodation Carriages
Premium Purple Gold (High-end Soft Sleeper):Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each with 6 compartments, accommodating 22 passengers. Carriage has shower rooms, compartments feature sofas, round tables, TVs, etc., for high comfort.
Premium Platinum (High-end Hard Sleeper):Located in carriages 2-6 and 12-16, each with 10 4-person compartments, accommodating 40 passengers. Carriage has shower rooms, compartments feature tea tables, TVs, etc., meeting long-distance travel needs.
Superior Platinum (Standard 4-person Room):Soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding, charging ports and reading lights at beds, TV in compartment. Carriage has public restrooms, washrooms, and shower rooms.
🍽 ️ Dining Car and Entertainment
Panda Dining Car (Carriage 8):Offers 2-person and 4-person seats, allowing dining while enjoying the view.
Multi-functional Entertainment Car (Carriage 9):Integrates a tea bar, KTV, entertainment room, and also features a cigar bar and mahjong tables, ensuring the journey is never boring.
🛠 ️ Supporting Facilities:The train is also thoughtfully equipped with smoking areas, medical rooms, tea rooms, etc., to ensure a comfortable journey.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
The ‘Shifang Panda Special Train’ 16-day tour of northern and southern Xinjiang might be the ideal choice you’re looking for. This train integrates ‘transportation + accommodation + sightseeing’ into one, allowing you to easily reach core attractions like Kashgar and Kanas in comfortable compartments.Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou – Kashgar, departure from themed station, welcome performance
Day 2:Panda Special Train leisure sightseeing
Day 3:Kashgar, exclusive pickup, welcome dinner
Day 4:Kashgar – Taxkorgan, Baisha Mountain – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Panlong Ancient Road
Day 5:Taxkorgan – Kashgar, Stone City, Golden Grassland, home visit
Day 6:Kashgar – Kuqa, Kashgar Ancient City, Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb
Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayinbuluke, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Southern Section of Duku Highway, Bayinbuluke Swan Lake
Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluke – Yining, Nalati Grassland
🗺️ Route Highlights OverviewDay 9:Yining – Beitun, Sayram Lake
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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
Day 14:Urumqi – Turpan, Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, return trip
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
Shifang ‘Panda Special Train’ 16-day northern and southern Xinjiang tour dates:
📅 Travel Pace: Entire trip lasts 16 days and 15 nights, adopting a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model. Explore during the day and ride at night, effectively saving travel time, suitable for travelers who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth tour.June 8, 2026, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, August 30
Superior Platinum:Standard 4-person room upper berth 8480 RMB/person, lower berth 9280 RMB/person
Premium Platinum:Standard 4-person room upper berth 15780 RMB/person, lower berth 16780 RMB/person
Premium Purple Gold:High-end 4-person room upper berth 27880 RMB/person, lower berth 28880 RMB/person
Warm Reminder:The above are reference prices for 2026. Actual prices may fluctuate due to factors like departure dates and policies. Please refer to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
📞 Registration Method
You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Inquiry Phone:181-3962-2233
🏞️ Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop: One journey covers the essence of both northern and southern Xinjiang. In southern Xinjiang, experience the grandeur of the Pamir Plateau and the culture of Kashgar’s ancient city; in northern Xinjiang, enjoy the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas and Hemu, and the vastness of the Nalati Grassland.WeChat Inquiry:181-3962-2233
Reference Booking Process:Select departure date and room type → Submit identity information → Pay deposit → Sign electronic contract → Pay balance before departure → Receive tour confirmation notice.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes:Typically covers special train tickets, hotel accommodation, scenic spot entrance fees and shuttle buses within the itinerary, some meals, tour guide service, and travel insurance. Specific inclusions are subject to the contract.
Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, expenses during free time, etc.
Service Features:The train offers ‘Panda Butler’ service, is equipped with a medical room, has a relaxed travel pace, and features a multi-functional entertainment carriage, suitable for travelers of all ages.
💡 Warm Reminder
Altitude Sickness:The itinerary involves the Pamir Plateau with high altitudes. Travelers aged 65 and above or with underlying health conditions should carefully consider their own situation and follow medical advice.
Packing Suggestions:It is recommended to bring warm clothing, sun protection items, comfortable shoes, and personal medications.
Booking Timing:Summer and holidays are peak seasons for Xinjiang tourism, with limited seats. It is advisable to inquire and book early.
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
