Xiaoxiang Tourism Train Official Website North and South Xinjiang Tour Price and Schedule Summary
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Southern Express Xiaoxiang Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969595 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
🚂 Traveling slowly through the Western Regions on the ‘Xiaoxiang’:A Panoramic Railway Journey Across the East and West
In this fast-paced era, more and more people are yearning for ‘slow travel’—not rushing or checking in, but immersing themselves in scenery and time. In 2026, Xinjiang’s railway tourism products continue to upgrade, and the ‘Xiaoxiang’ tourist special train is precisely such a distinctive route that combines comfortable transportation, in-depth experiences, and cultural perception. Departing from Guangzhou, it travels westward through Central China and the Northwest, ultimately delving deep into the Xinjiang hinterland, connecting the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kashgar Old City. The entire journey lasts about 18 days, adopting a ‘train follows people, people play while train stops’ model, making the journey itself a part of the scenery.
🌄 Route Highlights:More than just sightseeing, it’s an immersive journey through mountains and rivers
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is not an ordinary train tour but a customized tourist special train, integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and guided tours. The train operates on a departure in the evening and arrival in the morning schedule, allowing daytime visits to scenic spots and restful sleep in comfortable sleeper cars at night, greatly saving time and energy. Along the way, it not only covers Xinjiang’s most representative natural wonders—such as the Yardang landform of the Great Sea Road Devil City, Kanas known as ‘God’s private reserve,’ and the plateau pearl Sayram Lake—but also delves into the cultural heartland, arranging intangible cultural heritage performances (like the Twelve Muqam), home visits, and strolls through ancient cities, allowing tourists to experience the fusion of diverse cultures while traveling.
Particularly noteworthy is that the itinerary covers classic sections like the Duku Highway, the Pamir Plateau, and the Bayanbulak Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns. Due to complex terrain and strong seasonality, these areas are difficult to cover thoroughly by self-driving or ordinary tours. The ‘Xiaoxiang’ uses a ‘train + bus’ transfer model, ensuring comfort while striving for itinerary completeness.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Included as per local finalized text)
Warm Tips:The special train route, passing stations, and times are for reference only; the final travel notice shall prevail.
🚂 Traveling slowly through the Western Regions on the ‘Xiaoxiang’: A Panoramic Railway Journey Across the East and WestD1:Itinerary Details—Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station at approximately 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the panoramic journey of the Western Regions; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the special train route, passing stations for reference: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying the scenery along the way; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the special train route, passing stations for reference: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing regional landscapes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details—Arrive at Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Great Sea Road Devil City] to explore the Yardang wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landform; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
D5:Itinerary Details—Visit [Hui Wang Fu], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Urumqi
D6:Itinerary Details—Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details—Arrive at Beitun City early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, exploring the picturesque wonderland, and stay overnight at Jadengyu; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Jadengyu
In this fast-paced era, more and more people are yearning for ‘slow travel’—not rushing or checking in, but immersing themselves in scenery and time. In 2026, Xinjiang’s railway tourism products continue to upgrade, and the ‘Xiaoxiang’ tourist special train is precisely such a distinctive route that combines comfortable transportation, in-depth experiences, and cultural perception. Departing from Guangzhou, it travels westward through Central China and the Northwest, ultimately delving deep into the Xinjiang hinterland, connecting the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kashgar Old City. The entire journey lasts about 18 days, adopting a ‘train follows people, people play while train stops’ model, making the journey itself a part of the scenery.D8:Itinerary Details—Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landform, enjoy the sunset scenery, and take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D9:Itinerary Details—Arrive at Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the plateau blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] sky grassland; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details—In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Bayin Town
D11:Itinerary Details—Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive at Kuqa, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D12:Itinerary Details—Depart from Kashgar, visit [Pamir Plateau], explore [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grass Beach], and stay overnight at Tashkurgan; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Tashkurgan
D13:Itinerary Details—Depart from Tashkurgan, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details—Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D15:Itinerary Details—Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake], experiencing the unique water town and folk customs of southern Xinjiang; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Korla
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969595 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
🌄 Route Highlights: More than just sightseeing, it’s an immersive journey through mountains and riversD16:Itinerary Details—Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning for the official return journey, starting the trip home; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the special train return route, passing stations for reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details—Special train passing stations for reference: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, tourists from various places get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Warm Home
💰 Price Description (Included as per local finalized text)
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended periods, miss out if not taken):
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person):
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is not an ordinary train tour but a customized tourist special train, integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and guided tours. The train operates on a departure in the evening and arrival in the morning schedule, allowing daytime visits to scenic spots and restful sleep in comfortable sleeper cars at night, greatly saving time and energy. Along the way, it not only covers Xinjiang’s most representative natural wonders—such as the Yardang landform of the Great Sea Road Devil City, Kanas known as ‘God’s private reserve,’ and the plateau pearl Sayram Lake—but also delves into the cultural heartland, arranging intangible cultural heritage performances (like the Twelve Muqam), home visits, and strolls through ancient cities, allowing tourists to experience the fusion of diverse cultures while traveling.Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High cost-performance quadruple room, without bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary due to factors such as departure date and room availability. The specific details are subject to the signed travel contract between both parties.
📞 How to Register?
Particularly noteworthy is that the itinerary covers classic sections like the Duku Highway, the Pamir Plateau, and the Bayanbulak Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns. Due to complex terrain and strong seasonality, these areas are difficult to cover thoroughly by self-driving or ordinary tours. The ‘Xiaoxiang’ uses a ‘train + bus’ transfer model, ensuring comfort while striving for itinerary completeness.You can inquire and register for this route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:18095969599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly for details)
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
The cost includes the entire special train sleeper, local boutique hotel accommodation, meals listed in the itinerary, first admission tickets to scenic spots, ground transportation, and professional guide services. Some self-funded items, personal expenses, and unmentioned content are not included.
Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement. All service details and cancellation/change rules are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of tourists.
For specific service content, room type arrangements, and cost details, please refer to the actual consultation and signed documents.
This ‘Xiaoxiang’ journey is not just a geographical crossing from Lingnan to the Western Regions, but also a deep dialogue about time, scenery, and culture. If you long for a trip that doesn’t require worrying about transportation and accommodation yet fully appreciates the beauty of Xinjiang, consider these 6 precious departure dates, plan ahead, and embark on your own Silk Road scroll.
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