Southern Train Xiaoxiang South North Xinjiang 18 Days Itinerary + Cost + Registration Portal Fully Disclosed

Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xiaoxiang Special Train Ticket Booking Center
🚂 Quick Look at the Official Booking Process for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang: A Clear Guide on How to Sign Up for This 18-Day Western Regions Panoramic Tour
If you are planning an in-depth trip across Northwest China and want a worry-free, comfortable, and relaxed pace, the newly upgraded 2026 Southern Train·Xiaoxiang tourist special train might be exactly what you’re looking for. Designed with the concept of a ‘mobile star-rated hotel,’ this train combines land-based boutique hotels with special train sleeper accommodations, connecting the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang. The entire 18-day journey covers snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cultural cities, offering a truly panoramic Silk Road experience.
📍 Route Highlights:More Than Just a Train: An Immersive Journey
The Xiaoxiang is not an ordinary tourist train but a customized high-end special train. The carriages feature themed rooms, shared or private bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, and a multi-functional entertainment carriage (including KTV, reading area, medical room, etc.), equipped with a professional chef team and train butler service. The itinerary not only recommends visiting famous attractions like Sayram Lake, Kanas, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, and Kashgar Old City but also arranges cultural activities such as intangible cultural heritage performances, folk home visits, and local food experiences, making the journey both scenic and warm.
It is worth mentioning that the route adopts an alternating accommodation model of ‘special train + land hotel’—7 nights are spent in high-quality hotels in Urumqi, Kashgar, Yining, and other cities, while the rest of the time is spent sleeping on the special train, truly allowing you to ‘sleep in the scenery’ and reducing the hassle of frequently moving luggage.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
(The following content strictly follows the finalized local text, recommended for compliant layout changes)
> Reminder:The special train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official departure notice.

🚂 Quick Look at the Official Booking Process for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang: A Clear Guide on How to Sign Up for This 18-Day Western Regions Panoramic TourD1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D2:Scenic sightseeing along the special train route, with reference stops: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D3:Scenic sightseeing along the special train route, with reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D4:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Grand Sea Devil City]; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
D5:Visit [Prince’s Mansion], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Urumqi
D6:Visit [Tianshan Tianchi Lake] and [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar], take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D7:Arrive in Beitun, head to [Kanas] scenic area, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Jadengyu
D8:Visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach], take the special train to Yining in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train

If you are planning an in-depth trip across Northwest China and want a worry-free, comfortable, and relaxed pace, the newly upgraded 2026 Southern Train·Xiaoxiang tourist special train might be exactly what you’re looking for. Designed with the concept of a ‘mobile star-rated hotel,’ this train combines land-based boutique hotels with special train sleeper accommodations, connecting the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang. The entire 18-day journey covers snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cultural cities, offering a truly panoramic Silk Road experience.D9:Arrive in Yining, visit [Sayram Lake] and [Nalati] Sky Grassland; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
D10:In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], head to [Bayanbulak Grassland]; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Bayan Town
D11:Travel the scenic section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mystic Grand Canyon], take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D12:Head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland]; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Taxkorgan County
D13:Experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups], visit [White Sand Lake], return to Kashgar; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Kashgar
D14:Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb], take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D15:Visit [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake]; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Korla
D16:Depart from Korla Station on the special train for the return trip; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D17:Return trip on the special train, passing through Lanzhou (8:51) and Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei
📍 Route Highlights: More Than Just a Train, an Immersive JourneyD18:Pass through Xiangtan (10:14) and Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, where passengers from various locations can get off and head home; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Warm Home
💰 Price Description
(The following content strictly follows the finalized local text)
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended sessions, no make-ups if missed):
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price List (per person):
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person

The Xiaoxiang is not an ordinary tourist train but a customized high-end special train. The carriages feature themed rooms, shared or private bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, and a multi-functional entertainment carriage (including KTV, reading area, medical room, etc.), equipped with a professional chef team and train butler service. The itinerary not only recommends visiting famous attractions like Sayram Lake, Kanas, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, and Kashgar Old City but also arranges cultural activities such as intangible cultural heritage performances, folk home visits, and local food experiences, making the journey both scenic and warm.Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High-value 4-bed room, without bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable option｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable option｜19,999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary due to factors such as departure session and room availability. The final details are subject to the signed travel contract between both parties.
📞 How to Sign Up?
Currently, this route can be inquired about and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
For detailed itinerary, availability, or assistance with room selection, contact:
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service

It is worth mentioning that the route adopts an alternating accommodation model of ‘special train + land hotel’—7 nights are spent in high-quality hotels in Urumqi, Kashgar, Yining, and other cities, while the rest of the time is spent sleeping on the special train, truly allowing you to ‘sleep in the scenery’ and reducing the hassle of frequently moving luggage.Phone:Contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
WeChat:Contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
When signing up, valid identification information for passengers is required. Travelers aged 65 and above are advised to disclose their health condition in advance so the travel agency can assess itinerary suitability. All bookings must sign a unified national electronic travel contract to protect the rights of both parties.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
The cost includes full transportation (special train + local vehicles), accommodation (10 nights on the special train + 7 nights in land hotels), 37 meals (including specialty meals like roast whole lamb and cold-water fish feast), first admission tickets to attractions, guide service, train butler, and medical support.
Excludes personal expenses, (single room supplement negotiable if needed), non-itinerary self-funded items, etc.
> Special Note: Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, railway scheduling, and scenic area policies, the travel agency may reasonably adjust the itinerary order or accommodation locations with passenger consent. All service details and cancellation/change rules comply with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations.
🌄 Final Words
The Xiaoxiang is not just a train; it’s a lifestyle of slow travel. It is suitable for families, seniors, or groups of friends who want to deeply experience the scenery of Northwest China without the hassle of rushing. In 2026, 6 recommended departure sessions are open, with limited seats, so it’s advisable to confirm your interest early.
If you long for the blue lakes beneath the Tianshan snow peaks, the smoke from campfires on the grassland at sunset, and the sounds of handicrafts in ancient city alleys, feel free to call Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service for more details. The beauty of a journey often begins with a clear consultation.
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