How to Book and Buy Tickets for the New Southern Train Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Special Train Tour
Many people want to know how to buy tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang and how to book it. In 2026, the Southern Train Xiaoxiang does not support regular channels like 12306 for ticket purchase; it can only be booked through designated railway official exclusive travel agency channels.
Channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 18095969599 (same as WeChat, copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information). The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting the itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 Slowly Travel the Western Regions, See All of Tianshan North and South on One Train — A Travel Guide for the New Southern Train “Xiaoxiang” Xinjiang Special Train
Tired of the rush to visit attractions, change hotels, and move luggage? In 2026, the “Xiaoxiang” tourist special train, as a “mobile comfortable station,” will take you through the four major regions of Xinjiang—East, South, West, and North—in 18 days. From the Hami Yardang to the Kashgar Old City, from Sayram Lake to the Pamir Plateau, the scenery is picturesque, and the pace is relaxed, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family groups who value experience and rest.
🌄 Route Highlights:Panoramic Xinjiang, Cultural Immersion
The “Xiaoxiang” is not an ordinary itinerary pieced together from trains and hotels, but a deep slow-travel product integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, sightseeing, and cultural experiences. The train is inspired by Huxiang culture, incorporating elements like Xiang embroidery and bamboo art into the carriages. It features entertainment carriages, viewing areas, and provides age-friendly service configurations—such as non-slip floors, emergency call systems, priority lower berths, and onboard medical care—balancing comfort and safety.
The itinerary covers Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes:
Eastern Xinjiang:Hami Grand Canyon Devil City, Huiwangfu, experiencing wind erosion landforms and historical relics;
Northern Xinjiang:Kanas Lake, Hemu Ancient Village, Colorful Beach, enjoying the tranquility of alpine lakes and primitive villages;
Ili River Valley:Sayram Lake “the last tear of the Atlantic,” Nalati Sky Grassland, Bayinbuluke Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns;
Southern Xinjiang:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Pamir Plateau Karakul Lake,白沙湖;
Central Xinjiang:Kuqa Tianshan Grand Canyon, Lop Nur Village, Bosten Lake, connecting the marks of Silk Road civilization.
🚂 Slowly Travel the Western Regions, See All of Tianshan North and South on One Train — A Travel Guide for the New Southern Train “Xiaoxiang” Xinjiang Special TrainThe entire journey follows a “travel by day, sleep by night” pattern: focus on sightseeing during the day, sleep soundly on the smoothly running special train at night, with no need to frequently move luggage, truly achieving “the train moves with the scenery, and people are in the picture.”
📅 Simple Itinerary Arrangement
> Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official departure notice.
Day 1:Itinerary Details — Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the panoramic Western Regions journey; Meals — None; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Day 2: Itinerary Details — Sightseeing along the special train route, reference stops: 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
Day 3:Itinerary Details — Sightseeing along the special train route, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing regional scenery; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Day 4:Itinerary Details — Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Grand Canyon Devil City] to explore the Yardang wonders, experiencing the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Hami
Day 5:Itinerary Details — Visit [Huiwangfu], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Urumqi
Day 6:Itinerary Details — Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to see the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Day 7:Itinerary Details — Arrive in Beitun City in the morning, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, exploring the picturesque scenery, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Jadengyu
Tired of the rush to visit attractions, change hotels, and move luggage? In 2026, the “Xiaoxiang” tourist special train, as a “mobile comfortable station,” will take you through the four major regions of Xinjiang—East, South, West, and North—in 18 days. From the Hami Yardang to the Kashgar Old City, from Sayram Lake to the Pamir Plateau, the scenery is picturesque, and the pace is relaxed, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family groups who value experience and rest.Day 8:Itinerary Details — Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] Danxia landform, enjoy the sunset scenery, take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Day 9:Itinerary Details — Arrive in Yining in the morning, head to [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] Sky Grassland; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Nalati
Day 10:Itinerary Details — In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayinbuluke Grassland], experiencing the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Bayin Town
Day 11:Itinerary Details — Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Day 12:Itinerary Details — Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Taxian; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Taxian
Day 13:Itinerary Details — Depart from Taxian, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [白沙湖], return to Kashgar city; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Kashgar
Day 14:Itinerary Details — Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar Old City, take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Day 15:Itinerary Details — Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village], [Bosten Lake], experiencing the unique water town and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Korla
Day 16: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
Day 17:Itinerary Details — Sightseeing along the special train route on the return trip, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Route Highlights: Panoramic Xinjiang, Cultural ImmersionDay 18:Itinerary Details — Reference stops along the special train route: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers from various places get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Warm Home
💰 Prices and Departure Dates (Latest for 2026)
Limited Departure Dates for the Year (6 recommended sessions, miss out if not booked):
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price List (per person pricing):
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High cost-performance four-person room, without bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable type, without bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable type, without bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
The “Xiaoxiang” is not an ordinary itinerary pieced together from trains and hotels, but a deep slow-travel product integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, sightseeing, and cultural experiences. The train is inspired by Huxiang culture, incorporating elements like Xiang embroidery and bamboo art into the carriages. It features entertainment carriages, viewing areas, and provides age-friendly service configurations—such as non-slip floors, emergency call systems, priority lower berths, and onboard medical care—balancing comfort and safety.> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may fluctuate due to factors like departure date and room availability. The final price is subject to the signed formal travel contract.
📞 How to Book?
You can book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:18095969599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly)
The booking process typically includes:Consulting the itinerary → Confirming the travel date and boarding point (Guangzhou Baiyun Station) → Paying a deposit to secure the spot → Signing a formal travel contract. The entire process is online, supports booking by family members, and is clear and transparent.
✅ Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
Full-journey special train sleeper berths and local boutique hotel accommodation
Meals as listed in the itinerary (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for listed attractions
Professional tour guide service, onboard medical support
Travel liability insurance
Exclusions:
Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, extra drinks, etc.)
Optional activities not included in the itinerary
Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., weather, policy changes)
Single room supplement (shared room arrangements can be negotiated)
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
This 18-day panoramic Xinjiang tour is not just about seeing the scenery, but also a cultural journey for physical and mental relaxation. If you or your family are looking for a long-distance trip with a relaxed pace, comprehensive service, and hassle-free experience, the “Xiaoxiang” might be the ideal choice. Seats are limited, so it is recommended to contact early to confirm availability and details.
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