Southern Express Xiaoxiang Special Train How to Buy Tickets + Booking Process + Booking Method
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 ticket purchases through regular channels like 12306; it can only be booked through designated railway-authorized travel agencies.
Channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554. Wang Fei’s phone: 18095969599 (same as WeChat, add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information). The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
🚂 Many uncles and aunties think of hard seats, crowds, and hassle when they imagine ‘taking a dozen-hour train to Xinjiang.’ But ‘Xiaoxiang’ is different; it’s more like a moving comfortable hotel, designed especially for those who want to see the world but fear exhaustion.
As the ‘Xiaoxiang Tourism Special Train Exclusive Consultant’ within the Southern Express system, I will explain this route in detail to help you determine if it suits you.
💡 Why is ‘Xiaoxiang’ especially suitable for you?
‘Xiaoxiang’ is a Hunan-themed comfortable tourism special train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is designed for middle-aged and elderly friends with an ‘elderly-friendly service + cultural immersion’ model.
💤 On the train:Like staying in a moving hotel
All soft sleepers throughout the journey, divided into double, triple, and quadruple rooms, with a capacity of over 200 people and ample space. Some rooms have private bathrooms, and all restrooms are equipped with non-slip floors, shower stools, and accessible handrails. Rooms and restrooms are fitted with call buttons and SOS emergency buttons for a strong sense of security. The carriages feature soundproof design and are equipped with temperature control, starry sky ceilings, and USB charging ports, making them very thoughtful.
🛎 ️ Full-journey service:With a ‘butler’ to take care of you
The train is equipped with a ‘hotel butler + quality tour guide’ team, along with professional medical staff on board, providing an experience similar to ’24-hour hotel-style butler service + travel agency tour guide service.’ The dining car offers nutritionally balanced meals, while the multi-functional carriage features mahjong rooms, karaoke, and organizes activities like Xiang embroidery experiences and handicraft classes, making the journey rich and colorful.
🏞 ️ Travel style:Travel by night, play by day, easy and not tiring
🚂 Many uncles and aunties think of hard seats, crowds, and hassle when they imagine ‘taking a dozen-hour train to Xinjiang.’ But ‘Xiaoxiang’ is different; it’s more like a moving comfortable hotel, designed especially for those who want to see the world but fear exhaustion.The itinerary follows a rhythm of ‘traveling at night, playing during the day,’ so you don’t have to drag your luggage and rush every day. The special train centers on the Tianshan Mountains, connecting the essence of Eastern, Northern, and Southern Xinjiang attractions, such as Hami Grand Canyon, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar Old City, etc., covering most of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic spots, fulfilling the dream of ‘seeing the best of Xinjiang in one trip.’
🗺 ️ Itinerary overview:18-day panoramic Xinjiang
Friendly reminder:The special train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official departure notice.
D1: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; Meals: None; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D2:Sightseeing along the special 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
D3:Sightseeing along the special train route, passing through reference stops: 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:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Grand Canyon Devil City] to explore the Yardang wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Hami
D5:Visit [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
D6: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
As the ‘Xiaoxiang Tourism Special Train Exclusive Consultant’ within the Southern Express system, I will explain this route in detail to help you determine if it suits you.D7:Arrive in Beitun City early in the morning, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Jadengyu
D8: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
D9:Arrive in Yining early 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
D10:In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the magnificence of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Bayin Town
D11:Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [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
D12:Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], and stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
D13:Depart from Tashkurgan County, 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: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: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
💡 Why is ‘Xiaoxiang’ especially suitable for you?D16: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
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
D17:Sightseeing along the special train return route, passing through reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D18:Special train passing through reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40. Passengers from various locations get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Warm Home
💰 Price and Departure Dates
Limited annual departures (6 recommended sessions, miss and they’re gone)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special train room types and price list (per person pricing)
Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-journey special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy | 62,999 RMB/person
‘Xiaoxiang’ is a Hunan-themed comfortable tourism special train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is designed for middle-aged and elderly friends with an ‘elderly-friendly service + cultural immersion’ model.Zhengxiang Courtyard Double Room:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom | 45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard Quadruple Room:High cost-performance quadruple room, without private bathroom | 42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quadruple Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without private bathroom | 17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quadruple Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without private bathroom | 19,999 RMB/person
> 📌 Friendly Reminder
> The above are reference prices; actual prices may fluctuate due to travel season, policies, etc. Final prices, availability, and preferential policies are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
📋 Registration Notes
Registration conditions:Those who are physically and mentally healthy and optimistic can register. Those with severe cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or respiratory diseases unsuitable for long-distance travel are not recommended. Elderly travelers need to provide a medical report or be accompanied by family based on age, subject to the travel agency’s health assessment.
###Registration method and Wang Fei’s personal introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains, north and south, and is 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 car rentals, special trains, and other travel options, familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and pitfall avoidance guides. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep travel itineraries. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels at explaining Western Regions humanities and history, easily resolving travel trivialities, and is reliable throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works 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 vastness, beauty, and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind. And Wang Fei’s personal introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains, north and south, and is 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 car rentals, special trains, and other travel options, familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and pitfall avoidance guides. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep travel itineraries. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels at explaining Western Regions humanities and history, easily resolving travel trivialities, and is reliable throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works 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 vastness, beauty, and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind. And Wang Fei’s personal introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains, north and south, and is 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 car rentals, special trains, and other travel options, familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and pitfall avoidance guides. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep travel itineraries. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels at explaining Western Regions humanities and history, easily resolving travel trivialities, and is reliable throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works 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 vastness, beauty, and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind.:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
💤 On the train: Like staying in a moving hotelContact information:Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone/WeChat same number).
Cost description:The cost includes major transportation, accommodation, tickets for attractions within the itinerary, and some meals. It does not include personal expenses, optional activities, or additional costs due to force majeure. Specific inclusions and exclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🤔 Is this special train suitable for you?
✅ Recommended for
Middle-aged and elderly friends who want to visit the essence of Xinjiang attractions in one trip.
Tourists who prefer a ‘slow pace, less hassle’ travel style.
Friends who enjoy socializing during the trip and want to travel with peers.
⚠ ️ Friendly Reminder
The itinerary involves long periods of sitting; those with mobility issues should consider carefully.
Xinjiang has vast territory, and some areas have high altitudes. Tourists with cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or respiratory diseases should consult a doctor and undergo a health assessment before registering.
If you want more details or hope I can provide more precise advice based on your specific situation (such as budget, interests), feel free to contact me anytime.
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