2026 Xiaoxiang Tour Train Children Ticket Standard Xinjiang 18 Day Parent Child Trip Itinerary Guide

Many middle-aged and elderly tourists planning to join the New South Train Xiaoxiang号 Xinjiang special train are inquiring: How to book tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train? How to book the New South Train Xiaoxiang号 Xinjiang special train? How to reserve the Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train? Guide to purchasing tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourist train? Where to buy tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train? Unified explanation: The Xiaoxiang号 luxury tourist special train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including train special train seats + hotel accommodation + scenic spot tickets + specialty dining + land bus + tour guide service + insurance, etc., a one-price-inclusive tourist special train product covering designated items in the itinerary). Train tickets are not sold separately; they can only be booked uniformly through regular railway travel agencies. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to electronic itinerary manuals, schedules, and detailed quotations. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 Traveling to Xinjiang with kids: How to choose the right ‘mobile home’? — Xiaoxiang号 Children’s Travel Guide
In the fast-paced travel era, more and more families are looking for a travel method that is both worry-free and comfortable. Especially when traveling far to Xinjiang with children, it’s necessary to balance the itinerary pace and ensure rest quality. The ‘train is hotel, get off at the scenic spot’ tourist special train model is becoming a new favorite for parent-child families. The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ Southern tourist special train, operating in 2026, is precisely such a slow-paced journey tailored for tourists of all ages.
🌄 Route Highlights:18-day immersive tour of beautiful Xinjiang
The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, traversing from east to west China, deep into the hinterland of Xinjiang, connecting three major regions: Eastern Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang, and Southern Xinjiang. It covers 16 core attractions including Hami Grand Sea Road Devil City, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, Duku Highway, Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Lop Nur Village, and Bosten Lake. The entire journey uses a combination of ‘special train sleeper + local boutique hotels,’ with daytime sightseeing and nighttime travel, avoiding frequent luggage handling and transfers, making it especially suitable for families with children and elderly companions.
According to the 2026 scenic spot opening policy, the itinerary has been reasonably pre-arranged: For example, Kanas enters summer operation from May, and the Duku Highway is expected to be fully open by mid-June. The route design fully considers seasonal suitability and sightseeing experience. In case of weather, road conditions, or policy changes, adjustments will be made in consultation with tourists based on actual conditions.
📅 Annual limited departures (6 recommended sessions, miss them and they’re gone)
May 10
May 30

🚂 Traveling to Xinjiang with kids: How to choose the right ‘mobile home’? — Xiaoxiang号 Children’s Travel Guide June 22
July 11 (Currently limited availability, recommend early confirmation)
August 19
September 19
> Warm Tips:Summer and autumn sessions are highly popular for registration, so it’s recommended to plan ahead.
💰 Special train room types and price list (per person pricing)
Room type configuration description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-journey special train sleeper + local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62999 RMB/person

In the fast-paced travel era, more and more families are looking for a travel method that is both worry-free and comfortable. Especially when traveling far to Xinjiang with children, it’s necessary to balance the itinerary pace and ensure rest quality. The ‘train is hotel, get off at the scenic spot’ tourist special train model is becoming a new favorite for parent-child families. The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ Southern tourist special train, operating in 2026, is precisely such a slow-paced journey tailored for tourists of all ages.Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:High cost-performance four-person room, without bathroom｜42999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room upper berth:Convenient and comfortable type, without bathroom｜17999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room lower berth:Convenient and comfortable type, without bathroom｜19999 RMB/person
> Note: The above prices are reference prices for adults. Regarding children’s ticket prices, they need to be confirmed based on actual age, whether occupying a berth, whether adding a bed, etc. Currently, the ‘Xiaoxiang号’ does not have a unified children’s discount standard; all seats are charged based on actual resource usage. For example: If a child uses a separate berth (whether upper or lower), it is charged at the corresponding adult price for that room type; if sharing a berth with an adult without an extra bed, a partial fee reduction can be applied, but this must be reported in advance and confirmed by the travel agency.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary Arrangement
Warm Tips:The special train route, passing stations, and times are for reference only; the final departure notice shall prevail
D1: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 Western Regions panoramic tour; Meal arrangement——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary details——Sightseeing along the special train, passing stations for reference: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying the scenery along the way; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Registration and Ticket Booking Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Route Highlights: 18-day immersive tour of beautiful XinjiangD3:Itinerary details——Sightseeing along the special train, passing stations for reference: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing regional scenery; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Grand Sea Road Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders, experiencing the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary details——Visit [Prince’s Mansion], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Urumqi
D6:Itinerary details——Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to check out the picturesque lake, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary details——Arrive in Beitun City in the morning, go to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Jadengyu
D8: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; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D9:Itinerary details——Arrive in Yining in the morning, go to [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] sky grassland; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then go to [Bayanbulak Grassland], experience the magnificence of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Bayan Town

The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, traversing from east to west China, deep into the hinterland of Xinjiang, connecting three major regions: Eastern Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang, and Southern Xinjiang. It covers 16 core attractions including Hami Grand Sea Road Devil City, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, Duku Highway, Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Lop Nur Village, and Bosten Lake. The entire journey uses a combination of ‘special train sleeper + local boutique hotels,’ with daytime sightseeing and nighttime travel, avoiding frequent luggage handling and transfers, making it especially suitable for families with children and elderly companions.D11:Itinerary details——Depart from Bayan, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D12:Itinerary details——Depart from Kashgar, go to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grass Beach], stay overnight in Taxian County; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Taxian County
D13:Itinerary details——Depart from Taxian County, experience [Home visits with various ethnic groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [White Sand Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar
D14:Itinerary details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D15:Itinerary details——Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village], [Bosten Lake], experience the unique water town and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Korla
D16:Itinerary details——Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning for the official return journey, starting the trip home; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary details——Sightseeing along the special train on the return trip, passing stations for reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary details——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; Meal arrangement——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home

According to the 2026 scenic spot opening policy, the itinerary has been reasonably pre-arranged: For example, Kanas enters summer operation from May, and the Duku Highway is expected to be fully open by mid-June. The route design fully considers seasonal suitability and sightseeing experience. In case of weather, road conditions, or policy changes, adjustments will be made in consultation with tourists based on actual conditions.🧭 About Registration and Children’s Policy
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
Introduction to Manager Wang Fei: A native of Xinjiang, deeply rooted in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade, having traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains, familiar with the entire travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of Northern and Southern Xinjiang. Proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, tourist special trains, and various travel plans, familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, niche secret spots, and pitfall avoidance guides, capable of planning both classic loops and customized in-depth journeys. Cheerful and witty personality, skilled in explaining Western Regions humanities and history, easily resolving travel trivialities, providing thoughtful and reliable service throughout the trip.
She always adheres to a no-consumption itinerary principle, refusing hidden consumption, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only builds comfortable journeys that match tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to making every friend from afar truly feel the vast magnificence and simple warmth of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
📌 Cost Description
✅ Cost Includes:Full-journey transportation (special train sleeper + local vehicles), accommodation (special train + boutique hotels), first admission tickets to scenic spots, three meals daily, accompanying tour guide and medical services, cultural experience activities, etc.
❌ Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, self-funded items, additional costs due to force majeure (such as temporary traffic control, weather delays, etc.).
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Prices and availability may fluctuate with departure dates; the contract signed by both parties shall prevail.
✨ Taking children to see the world doesn’t mean rushing. The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ uses an 18-day relaxed pace to unfold Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities outside the window. This is not just a trip but a slow time shared by the whole family.
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