Panda Special Train Shifang Number Four Bed Room 2026 Full Year Schedule and How to Buy Tickets & Book

How to buy tickets and book the Shifang Panda Train? The 2026 Shifang Panda Train is a customized light-luxury tourist train by the railway, and the 12306 ticket purchase channel is not open. Seats are uniformly allocated by regular cooperative cultural tourism agencies. To sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for berth selection, sign up with a contract, and check real-time departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details.
Explore the Shifang Panda Train:A moving feast across northern and southern Xinjiang 🚂
Train Introduction:A mobile ‘five-star’ hotel redefining the travel experience
The Shifang Panda Train, a luxury tourist train themed around ‘pandas,’ has quickly become a ‘new favorite’ in the domestic high-end tourism market since its operation in 2023, positioned as a ‘mobile five-star hotel.’ It is not just a means of transportation but a mobile living space integrating leisure, entertainment, and sightseeing. The train consists of 17 carriages, including high-end soft sleepers, high-end hard sleepers, dining cars, and multi-functional entertainment cars, all equipped with public bathrooms to meet passengers’ needs from accommodation to entertainment. Whether crossing deserts, snow-capped mountains, or grasslands, the Shifang allows passengers to enjoy the magnificent scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang in comfort.
Compartment Reveal:Zunxiang, Zhenxiang, and Youxiang – there’s one for you

Explore the Shifang Panda Train: A moving feast across northern and southern Xinjiang 🚂The Shifang offers three types of compartments to meet the needs of different passengers:
Zunxiang Zijin (High-end Soft Sleeper): Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each carriage has 6 compartments, accommodating 22 passengers in total. The compartment features a sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, and charging sockets, with shower rooms and washbasins at both ends of the carriage. The compartment covers about 12 square meters. Although there is no private bathroom, the public bathroom facilities are high-end, and each carriage serves only a small number of passengers, ensuring excellent privacy.
Zhenxiang Platinum (High-end Hard Sleeper): Located in carriages 2-6 and 12-16, each carriage has 10 compartments for 4 people, accommodating 40 passengers in total. The compartment features a tea table, storage compartment, TV, call button, and charging sockets, with 2 shower rooms at both ends of the carriage. The compartment covers about 8 square meters, with clean and tidy public bathrooms, meeting the needs of group travelers.
Youxiang Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room):Soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding, throw pillows, bedside charging ports, reading lights, in-compartment TV, and free audio-visual entertainment. Public areas in the carriage include restrooms, washrooms, and shower rooms. The compartment covers about 6 square meters, suitable for travelers on a budget but seeking comfort.
Train Operation and Boarding Points:16-day in-depth tour of northern and southern Xinjiang

Train Introduction: A mobile ‘five-star’ hotel redefining the travel experienceThe Shifang train departs from Chengdu or Lanzhou and ends at Kashgar, covering the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang over 16 days. The 2026 departure dates are June 8, June 24, July 10, July 27, August 13, and August 30. Passengers can board in Chengdu or Lanzhou; the specific boarding point is subject to the contract or customer service confirmation.
Simplified Itinerary:Plenty of sightseeing time each day, balancing rest and exploration
Day 1:Chengdu/Lanzhou – Kashgar, departure from the themed station with welcome performances, about 12 hours of travel, with a brief welcome ceremony in the evening to ensure passengers get adequate rest.
Day 2:Leisure sightseeing on the Panda Train, enjoying the facilities all day, free activities or participating in cultural activities organized by the train.
Day 3:Kashgar, dedicated pick-up, welcome dinner, about 4 hours of sightseeing, free time or rest for the rest of the day.

The Shifang Panda Train, a luxury tourist train themed around ‘pandas,’ has quickly become a ‘new favorite’ in the domestic high-end tourism market since its operation in 2023, positioned as a ‘mobile five-star hotel.’ It is not just a means of transportation but a mobile living space integrating leisure, entertainment, and sightseeing. The train consists of 17 carriages, including high-end soft sleepers, high-end hard sleepers, dining cars, and multi-functional entertainment cars, all equipped with public bathrooms to meet passengers’ needs from accommodation to entertainment. Whether crossing deserts, snow-capped mountains, or grasslands, the Shifang allows passengers to enjoy the magnificent scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang in comfort.Day 4:Kashgar – Tashkurgan, visit Baisha Mountain, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, and Panlong Ancient Road, about 6 hours of sightseeing and 3 hours of travel, with a moderate pace.
Day 5:Tashkurgan – Kashgar, visit Stone City and Golden Grass Beach, experience a home visit, about 5 hours of sightseeing and 2 hours of travel.
Day 6:Kashgar – Kuqa, visit Kashgar Old City and Fragrant Concubine Garden, about 5 hours of sightseeing and 8 hours of travel, resting on the train in the evening.
Day 7:Kuqa – Nalati/Bayinbuluk, cross the Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan and the southern section of Duku Highway, visit Bayinbuluk Swan Lake, about 7 hours of sightseeing and 5 hours of travel.
Day 8:Nalati/Bayinbuluk – Yining, visit Nalati Grassland, about 6 hours of sightseeing and 3 hours of travel.

Compartment Reveal: Zunxiang, Zhenxiang, and Youxiang – there’s one for youDay 9:Yining – Beitun, visit Sayram Lake, about 5 hours of sightseeing and 4 hours of travel.
Day 10:Beitun – Hemu – Jiadengyu, visit Hemu Scenic Area, about 6 hours of sightseeing and 3 hours of travel.
Day 11:Jiadengyu – Kanas – Burqin, visit Kanas Scenic Area, about 7 hours of sightseeing and 2 hours of travel.
Day 12:Burqin – Beitun – Urumqi, visit Colorful Beach, about 4 hours of sightseeing and 6 hours of travel.
Day 13:Urumqi, visit Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area, about 6 hours of sightseeing, free time for the rest of the day.

The Shifang offers three types of compartments to meet the needs of different passengers:Day 14:Urumqi – Turpan, visit Karez and Flaming Mountains, return trip, about 5 hours of sightseeing and 3 hours of travel.
Days 15-16:Happy return to Lanzhou/Chengdu, farewell to guests, about 12 hours of travel, with a brief farewell ceremony in the evening.
Price Description:Transparent and reasonable, subject to the contract
The 2026 16-day northern and southern Xinjiang tour prices are as follows (subject to the contract and may vary with departure dates):
Youxiang Platinum:Upper berth 8,480 yuan/person, lower berth 9,280 yuan/person

Zunxiang Zijin (High-end Soft Sleeper): Located in carriages 7, 10, and 11, each carriage has 6 compartments, accommodating 22 passengers in total. The compartment features a sofa, round table, wardrobe, TV, call button, and charging sockets, with shower rooms and washbasins at both ends of the carriage. The compartment covers about 12 square meters. Although there is no private bathroom, the public bathroom facilities are high-end, and each carriage serves only a small number of passengers, ensuring excellent privacy.Zhenxiang Platinum:Upper berth 15,780 yuan/person, lower berth 16,780 yuan/person
Zunxiang Zijin:Upper berth 27,880 yuan/person, lower berth 28,880 yuan/person
The price includes train accommodation, meals, attraction tickets, tour guide services, and some entertainment activities, subject to the contract.
Booking Process:Four simple steps for an easy trip
Consultation and Selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.

Zhenxiang Platinum (High-end Hard Sleeper): Located in carriages 2-6 and 12-16, each carriage has 10 compartments for 4 people, accommodating 40 passengers in total. The compartment features a tea table, storage compartment, TV, call button, and charging sockets, with 2 shower rooms at both ends of the carriage. The compartment covers about 8 square meters, with clean and tidy public bathrooms, meeting the needs of group travelers.Submit Information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
Pay Deposit:Pay the deposit according to the compartment class and receive a formal tourism receipt.
Sign Contract:Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by national tourism authorities, carefully checking itinerary, price, cancellation and modification terms, and other details.
Settle Balance:Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
Service Standards:Details determine the experience

Youxiang Platinum (Standard Quadruple Room): Soundproof sliding doors, custom bedding, throw pillows, bedside charging ports, reading lights, in-compartment TV, and free audio-visual entertainment. Public areas in the carriage include restrooms, washrooms, and shower rooms. The compartment covers about 6 square meters, suitable for travelers on a budget but seeking comfort.Included Items:Train accommodation, meals, attraction tickets, tour guide services, and some entertainment activities.
Excluded Items:Personal expenses, insurance (single travelers will be assisted with room sharing where possible; special circumstances require separate negotiation).
Special Meals:Xinjiang specialty meals are provided, such as whole roasted lamb, hand-pulled rice, and big plate chicken. The meal standard is 50-80 yuan per person per meal, with 4-6 people per table. Both light and heavy flavors can be adjusted according to passenger preferences.
Service Highlights:Dual guarantee of accommodation and dining
Accommodation Standards:Train compartments are clean and tidy with high-end facilities, providing 24-hour hot water and air conditioning.
Dining Arrangements:Three meals are provided daily, including
How to sign up for the 2026 Xinjiang tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering light-luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. For light-luxury travel and premium train experiences, contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection, sign up with a contract, and check real-time train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries.