2026 Southern Express Xiaoxiang Registration Process Guide Find the Official Entry and Easily Complete Your Booking
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 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, crowding, and poor rest when they imagine ‘taking a dozen hours by train to Xinjiang.’
If you or your family have such concerns, why not learn about this ‘Southern Express · Xiaoxiang’ tourist train, specially designed for comfortable travel. As a dedicated consultant, I will explain this route in detail to see if it suits you.
💡 Why is ‘Xiaoxiang’ especially suitable for the silver-haired crowd?
‘Xiaoxiang’ is the first Hunan-themed comfortable tourist train in China, jointly created by Hunan Tourism Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is specially designed for ‘slow travel + comfort,’ especially suitable for tourists who want a hassle-free and relaxed pace.
✨ Core advantages:
🛌 Sleeper travel, onboard accommodation
The entire journey is mainly by sleeper, resting on the train at night and visiting attractions during the day, avoiding the fatigue of travel and the hassle of frequent hotel changes.
👵 Thoughtfully designed for the elderly
🚂 Many uncles and aunties think of hard seats, crowding, and poor rest when they imagine ‘taking a dozen hours by train to Xinjiang.’The train has undergone comprehensive age-friendly renovations, such as anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS emergency call buttons, etc., and is equipped with an onboard medical team to ensure the safety of the elderly.
🏡 Hotel-style service, comfortable travel
Adopting a ‘hotel butler + quality guide’ model, providing 24-hour butler service. The train also features dining cars, multi-function halls, KTV, and other facilities to enrich the travel experience.
🗺 ️ Itinerary overview:18 days to explore the Western Regions’ scenery
Warm reminder:The 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 to start the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D2:Sightseeing along the 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
D3:Sightseeing along the train route, 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
If you or your family have such concerns, why not learn about this ‘Southern Express · Xiaoxiang’ tourist train, specially designed for comfortable travel. As a dedicated consultant, I will explain this route in detail to see if it suits you.D4:Arrive at Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahaidai Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landforms; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
D5: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
D6:Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake] to capture 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
D7:Arrive at Beitun City early, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, stay overnight at Jadengyu; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Jadengyu
D8:Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset scenery, take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D9:Arrive at Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
D10: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
D11:Depart from Bayan, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive at Kuqa, 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 Grass Beach], stay overnight at Taxkorgan County; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Taxkorgan County
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
💡 Why is ‘Xiaoxiang’ especially suitable for the silver-haired crowd?D13:Depart from Taxkorgan County, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [Baisha Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Kashgar
D14: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; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D15:Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village], [Bosten Lake], experience the unique water town and folk customs of southern Xinjiang; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Korla
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
D17:Sightseeing along the return train route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D18:Reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers get off at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Warm Home
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
Annual limited departures (recommended 6 sessions, miss out if not booked)
‘Xiaoxiang’ is the first Hunan-themed comfortable tourist train in China, jointly created by Hunan Tourism Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is specially designed for ‘slow travel + comfort,’ especially suitable for tourists who want a hassle-free and relaxed pace.May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train room types and price list (per person)
Different room types suit different travel needs, combining sleeper berths on the special train with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Suite:Luxury 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-value 4-person room without bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person upper berth:Convenient and comfortable style without bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person lower berth:Convenient and comfortable style without bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
✨ Core advantages:💡 Price explanation
The above are current reference prices; actual prices may vary due to travel season, berth selection, etc. The final price is subject to the signed formal contract.
📝 Registration and Consultation
###Registration method and Wang Fei’s personal profile: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across the Tianshan Mountains, north and south, and is familiar with all routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in northern and southern Xinjiang.
Proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, tourist trains, and other travel options, she knows local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining Western Regions’ human history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejecting hidden costs, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts journeys that match tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, enjoying a worry-free tour of great Xinjiang. And Wang Fei’s personal profile: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across the Tianshan Mountains, north and south, and is familiar with all routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in northern and southern Xinjiang.
Proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, tourist trains, and other travel options, she knows local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining Western Regions’ human history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejecting hidden costs, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts journeys that match tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, enjoying a worry-free tour of great Xinjiang. And Wang Fei’s personal profile: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across the Tianshan Mountains, north and south, and is familiar with all routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in northern and southern Xinjiang.
Proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, tourist trains, and other travel options, she knows local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining Western Regions’ human history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejecting hidden costs, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts journeys that match tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, enjoying a worry-free tour of great Xinjiang.:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Dedicated consultant:If you have any questions, feel free to contact Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Phone/WeChat:18095969599
📌 Pre-travel notes
Health assessment:It is recommended to assess your health condition before registering; those with serious underlying conditions should consult a doctor first.
Pre-trip preparation:Xinjiang has a dry climate and strong sunlight; please bring sunscreen, moisturizing products, and common medications.
Contract confirmation:Please read the contract terms carefully before departure, especially regarding itinerary changes, cancellation and refund policies.
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