The Shifang Xinjiang Tourism Special Train is a high-end tourism train carefully planned and operated by the National Railway Group, aiming to provide passengers with an unprecedented high-end luxury travel experience. The train takes the national treasure "panda" as its core design concept, and the interior and exterior decoration and every detail cleverly integrate the essence of regional culture. Through diversified expression methods, it fully displays China’s rich cultural heritage. The Shifang Xinjiang Tourism Special Train covers 10,336 kilometers, spanning Sichuan, Gansu, and Xinjiang, connecting 25 stations and 24 scenic spots. On this extraordinary 16-day adventure, the train will lead passengers through the stunning scenery of Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, Kashgar, Turpan, and other places, embarking on a fantastic journey to explore the wonders of the Western Regions. The 2025 Shifang Panda Special Train’s annual schedule and prices have been announced. For bookings, please contact Shifang Panda Special Train’s official reservation manager Yang Jia at 133 2555 9266. (Copying and adding as a friend can obtain detailed route information) I. Carriage Facilities and Dining Experience of the Shifang Panda Tourism Train
1. The Shifang Xinjiang Tourism Special Train consists of a total of 17 carriages with a seating capacity of 466, including Exclusive Purple Gold: Premium Quadruple Room (66 seats), Premium Platinum: Standard Quadruple Room (400 seats). There are 3 Purple Gold Elegant Compartment carriages, 10 Platinum carriages, 1 entertainment carriage, and 2 panda dining carriages.
2. During the trip, passengers will have the opportunity to deeply explore popular attractions in Xinjiang such as Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, Sayram Lake, Khorgos Port, Nalati Grassland, and Kalajun Grassland, feeling the magnificence and magic of nature. In addition, the train will also arrange local specialty foods such as Burqin cold-water fish, Ili stewed mutton, Yuli roast whole sheep, Kashgar halal cuisine, and Turpan fruit feast, allowing passengers to experience the local customs of Xinjiang while enjoying delicious food. II. Introduction to the Shifang Panda Tourism Train Carriages:
1. Exclusive Purple Gold: Premium Quadruple Room
The entire train consists of 3 carriages, with each carriage having 6 premium four-person compartments, occupying about 6.5 square meters. They are spacious and comfortable, with no independent bathroom systems in the rooms. One carriage is equipped with two toilets and shower rooms, with hot water supplied around the clock, enabling bathing freedom even on the train. The compartments are equipped with sofas, round tables, wardrobes, TVs, call buttons, and charging sockets, allowing you to enjoy a home-like private space during the journey and leave all fatigue behind the moment you step into the carriage. 2. Premium Platinum: Standard Quadruple Room
The entire train consists of 10 carriages, with each carriage having 10 standard four-person compartments, occupying about 3.5 square meters. There are no independent bathrooms in the rooms; one carriage is equipped with one toilet and washroom, two changing rooms, and two shower rooms, making it very convenient to shower. Each compartment is equipped with a tea table, storage compartment, TV, call button, and charging socket, enhancing the comfort of stay in various ways. III. Service Features of the Shifang Panda Tourism Train
1. Professional Steward Service: The train is equipped with professional ‘Panda Stewards’ to provide comprehensive and multi-angled mobile services, ensuring that passengers receive timely and attentive care and assistance during the journey.
2. Through Ticket: After purchasing the special train tour package, passengers will enjoy a pure play experience with zero shopping. The train will be responsible for arranging tickets, dining, accommodation, and all other travel-related matters, saving passengers worry and effort.
3. Multi-station Assembly Service: All tourists can board in Chengdu, Lanzhou, and Urumqi, providing convenience for tourists. IV. Shifang Train Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Chengdu/Lanzhou – Urumqi
Day 2: Arrival in Urumqi
Day 3: Urumqi – Tianshan Heavenly Lake – Kashgar
Day 4: Kashgar – Fragrant Princess Garden – Kashgar
Day 5: Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Dragon’s Spine Highway – Taxkorgan
Day 6: Taxkorgan – Golden Grass Beach – Stone City Tajik Family Visit – Kashgar
Day 7: Kashgar – Kashgar Old City Id Kah Mosque – Kuqa
Day 8: Kuqa – Tianshan Mysterious Canyon – South Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak Grassland – Nalati
Day 9: Nalati Grassland – Tianshan Flower Sea – Yining
Day 10: Yining – Sayram Lake – Yining – Beitun
Day 11: Beitun – Hemu – Jiadengyu
Day 12: Jiadengyu – Kanas – Burqin
Day 13: Burqin – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 14: Urumqi – Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Karez Wells – Fruit Feast – Turpan
Day 15: Turpan – Return Trip
Day 16: Arrival in Lanzhou/Chengdu V. Shifang Train Tour Prices:
Phase I: Panda Train Shifang First Departure Date: May 22
Panda Train Premium Platinum Box Fee Schedule:
Standard four-person room (upper bunk) price: 16,980 yuan/person; Standard four-person room (lower bunk) price: 17,980 yuan/person
Panda Train Exclusive Zijin Box Fee Schedule:
Superior four-person room (upper bunk) price: 27,980 yuan/person; Superior four-person room (lower bunk) price: 28,980 yuan/person Phase II: Panda Train Shifang Departure Dates: June 8, June 25, July 12, July 29, August 15
Panda Train Premium Platinum Box Fee Schedule:
Standard four-person room (upper bunk) price: 15,980 yuan/person; Standard four-person room (lower bunk) price: 16,980 yuan/person
Panda Train Exclusive Zijin Box Fee Schedule:
Superior four-person room (upper bunk) price: 29,980 yuan/person; Superior four-person room (lower bunk) price: 30,980 yuan/person Phase III: Panda Train Shifang Departure Dates: Departure Dates: September 1, September 18
Panda Train Premium Platinum Box Fee Schedule:
Standard four-person room (upper bunk) 16,980 yuan/person; Standard four-person room (lower bunk) 17,980 yuan/person
Panda Train Exclusive Zijin Box Fee Schedule:
Superior four-person room (upper bunk) 30,980 yuan/person; Superior four-person room (lower bunk) 31,980 yuan/person