Southern Train·Xiaoxiang 2026 Full Year Schedule Price
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xiaoxiang Special Train Booking Center: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
🚂 Traveling to Xinjiang on a ‘mobile Hunan living room’? This 18-day panoramic special train packs culture and scenery into the carriage.
In the fast-paced era of travel, there is still a way to slow down: take a dedicated tourist train, watch the mountains and rivers change during the day, and fall asleep to the sound of the rails at night. In 2026, the ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’, as the first Hunan-themed high-end tourist train in China, is using the new ‘railway + cultural tourism’ model to take tourists deep into the northern and southern regions of Xinjiang. It is not just a means of transport, but a flowing cultural space—the carriages incorporate Hunan embroidery, intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, and Hunan cuisine elements, making the journey immersive from the moment of departure.
📍 Route Highlights:An In-Depth Journey Across the Western Regions
This 18-day itinerary covers Xinjiang’s core scenic belt, from the Yardang landforms of Hami in eastern Xinjiang to the forests and lakes of Kanas in northern Xinjiang; from Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley to Karakul Lake and Taxkorgan County on the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang; then via the Duku Highway, Kuqa Grand Canyon, and Kashgar Old City, finally reaching Lop Nur Village and Bosten Lake. The entire journey includes over 20 representative attractions such as Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, the Twelve Muqam intangible cultural heritage performance, Hemu Ancient Village, Colorful Beach, and Bayanbulak Swan Lake, truly achieving ‘seeing the essence of Xinjiang in one trip’.
The special train features 17 fixed carriages, with a capacity of 264 people, equipped with soft sleeper compartments, shared and some private bathrooms, USB charging ports, emergency call systems, and accompanied by onboard medical staff and quality tour guides. For middle-aged and elderly groups or family travelers who value comfort and safety, this ‘board and settle, alight and tour’ model eliminates the hassle of frequently moving luggage and changing hotels.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (subject to the final tour notice)
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final tour notice shall prevail.
Day 1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
🚂 Traveling to Xinjiang on a ‘mobile Hunan living room’? This 18-day panoramic special train packs culture and scenery into the carriage.Day 2:Scenic sightseeing along the train route, passing through 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:Scenic sightseeing along the train route, passing through reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions, experiencing the changing landscapes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 4:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit the [Grand Sea Devil City] to explore the Yardang wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
Day 5:Visit the [Prince’s Mansion], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Urumqi
Day 6:Depart from Urumqi, visit [Heavenly Lake of Tianshan] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore the [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
Day 7:Arrive in Beitun City early, visit the [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Jadengyu
Day 8:Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] Ancient Village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset scenery, and take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 9:Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then tour [Nalati] Sky Grassland; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
In the fast-paced era of travel, there is still a way to slow down: take a dedicated tourist train, watch the mountains and rivers change during the day, and fall asleep to the sound of the rails at night. In 2026, the ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’, as the first Hunan-themed high-end tourist train in China, is using the new ‘railway + cultural tourism’ model to take tourists deep into the northern and southern regions of Xinjiang. It is not just a means of transport, but a flowing cultural space—the carriages incorporate Hunan embroidery, intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, and Hunan cuisine elements, making the journey immersive from the moment of departure.Day 10:In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Bayan Town
Day 11:Depart from Bayan, take the scenic section of the [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 12:Depart from Kashgar, head to the [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], and [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Taxkorgan County; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Taxkorgan County
Day 13:Depart from Taxkorgan County, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the local customs, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Kashgar
Day 14:Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], and [Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar’s ancient city, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 15:Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake], experience the unique water town and folk customs of southern Xinjiang; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Korla
Day 16:Board 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:Scenic sightseeing on the return train journey, passing through reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
📍 Route Highlights: An In-Depth Journey Across the Western RegionsDay 18:Train passes through reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40. Passengers from various locations alight nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Warm Home
Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consulting Center: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
💰 Price Explanation (2026 Latest Reference)
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended sessions, don’t miss out)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person Pricing)
Room Configuration Description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-trip special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room without private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
This 18-day itinerary covers Xinjiang’s core scenic belt, from the Yardang landforms of Hami in eastern Xinjiang to the forests and lakes of Kanas in northern Xinjiang; from Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley to Karakul Lake and Taxkorgan County on the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang; then via the Duku Highway, Kuqa Grand Canyon, and Kashgar Old City, finally reaching Lop Nur Village and Bosten Lake. The entire journey includes over 20 representative attractions such as Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, the Twelve Muqam intangible cultural heritage performance, Hemu Ancient Village, Colorful Beach, and Bayanbulak Swan Lake, truly achieving ‘seeing the essence of Xinjiang in one trip’.Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High-value four-bed room without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable option without private 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, and are subject to the terms of the signed travel contract.
📞 How to Register?
You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599 (Please note ‘Xiaoxiang Inquiry’ when adding)
The special train features 17 fixed carriages, with a capacity of 264 people, equipped with soft sleeper compartments, shared and some private bathrooms, USB charging ports, emergency call systems, and accompanied by onboard medical staff and quality tour guides. For middle-aged and elderly groups or family travelers who value comfort and safety, this ‘board and settle, alight and tour’ model eliminates the hassle of frequently moving luggage and changing hotels.When registering, you need to provide your name, valid ID number, contact information, and boarding city (boarding and alighting supported in Guangzhou, Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, Xining, etc.), and select your preferred room type and travel date. After confirmation, an electronic contract supervised by the national cultural and tourism department will be signed, and a deposit paid to secure your spot.
🧳 Inclusions and Service Description
Inclusions typically cover:
✅ Full 18-day accommodation and meals (9 nights on the special train + 8 nights in local hotels)
✅ First admission tickets to listed attractions and required scenic area transportation
✅ Full-trip tour bus transfers
✅ Professional guide commentary and onboard medical support
✅ Three daily meals on the train and Hunan cultural themed activities
> Warm Tip: Due to force majeure factors such as weather, traffic, or scenic area policies, the travel agency may reasonably adjust the itinerary order or accommodation locations with the consent of the tourists. All service details and cancellation/change rules comply with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations, and are subject to actual consultation and signed contract terms.
This journey is not just about seeing the scenery, but a slowly unfolding cultural exploration. If you long for a travel style that combines ceremony and relaxation, the ‘Xiaoxiang’ might just be the perfect choice. ✨
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