Xiaoxiang Tourist Train 2026 Pay Deposit to Lock Room Types at Zhengxiang Courtyard and Yuanxiang Pavilion
How to buy tickets and book the Xiaoxiang Number tourist train? The 2026 Xiaoxiang Number tourist train is a customized light-luxury tourist train by railway and does not open a 12306 ticket purchase channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by authorized cultural tourism partner agencies. To sign up for a trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service train center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can complete registration, choose berths, sign up, and inquire in real time about departure dates, available seats, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚂 2026 Xiaoxiang Number Xinjiang Panorama Train Travel Guide | 18-Day Slow Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang Without Rushing
📌 Basic Introduction to the Train
The newly upgraded Xiaoxiang Number tourist train launched in 2026 is positioned as a panoramic Xinjiang tour route that combines cultural immersion with comfortable travel. The total itinerary spans 18 days, covering over 15,000 kilometers, connecting the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang. The train features Hunan embroidery and traditional Hunan patterns in carriage decor, and includes cultural experience areas and public leisure zones. It is not just a long-distance mode of transport but a mobile living space suitable for travelers of all ages.
The train departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Zhengzhou, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other stops, allowing travelers to board at the nearest station. The train uses tight-lock couplers and sealed windshields for smooth and quiet travel, with good sand-proof performance to reduce fatigue on long journeys. The entire train is equipped with public activity areas, dining cars, and age-friendly features such as SOS call devices and mobility aids to meet the needs of different travelers. The itinerary follows an overnight travel, daytime sightseeing arrangement to reduce travel fatigue, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in the scenery along the way and the unique features of Xinjiang.
🛏 ️ Introduction to Train Compartments
This train offers 5 different compartment configurations to suit various travel needs. The entire journey combines train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for a comfortable and worry-free stay:
🚂 2026 Xiaoxiang Number Xinjiang Panorama Train Travel Guide | 18-Day Slow Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang Without Rushing✨ Xiaoxiang Suite (Premium Room Type):Room area 7.2 square meters, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, good privacy, suitable for travelers with higher requirements for accommodation comfort
✨ Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room (Comfort Room Type):Room area 6.2 square meters, shared bathroom, capacity 2 people, spacious and bright, suitable for two people traveling together
✨ Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room (High Value-for-Money Room Type):Room area 3.9 square meters, shared bathroom, capacity 4 people, suitable for families or groups of friends
✨ Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Upper Berth:Room area 3.9 square meters, no shower, capacity 1 person, budget-friendly, suitable for travelers seeking high value for money
✨ Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Lower Berth:Room area 3.9 square meters, no shower, capacity 1 person, easier access to storage from the lower berth, suitable for travelers who prefer more convenience
🗓 ️ 2026 Departure Dates and Brief Itinerary
📌 Basic Introduction to the TrainA limited number of 6 departure dates are recommended for the year, and once missed, they are gone. Departure dates and available seats are subject to actual inquiry:May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Friendly Reminder:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only. The final departure notice shall prevail. Both parties may agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. Daily sightseeing time is mostly controlled at 6-8 hours, with the remaining time for free rest, so the pace is relaxed without rushing.
D1:Itinerary Details – Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station at approximately 23:40 on the train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to begin the Western Regions panorama tour; Meals – None; Accommodation – Southern Train
D2: Itinerary Details – Scenic ride on the train, 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 Train
D3:Itinerary Details – Scenic ride on the train, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the heart of the Western Regions, experiencing the changing regional scenery; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Train
D4:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit the [Dahaiday Ghost City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Hami
D5:Itinerary Details – Visit [Huiwang Mansion], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Urumqi
The newly upgraded Xiaoxiang Number tourist train launched in 2026 is positioned as a panoramic Xinjiang tour route that combines cultural immersion with comfortable travel. The total itinerary spans 18 days, covering over 15,000 kilometers, connecting the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang. The train features Hunan embroidery and traditional Hunan patterns in carriage decor, and includes cultural experience areas and public leisure zones. It is not just a long-distance mode of transport but a mobile living space suitable for travelers of all ages.D6:Itinerary Details – Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake of Tianshan] to enjoy the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, and take the train to Beitun in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Train
D7:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Beitun in the morning, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Jiadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details – Depart from Jiadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset views, and take the train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Train
D9:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Yining in the morning, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details – In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayinbuluke Grassland] to experience the magnificence of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Bayin Town
D11:Itinerary Details – Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, and take the train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Train
The train departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Zhengzhou, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other stops, allowing travelers to board at the nearest station. The train uses tight-lock couplers and sealed windshields for smooth and quiet travel, with good sand-proof performance to reduce fatigue on long journeys. The entire train is equipped with public activity areas, dining cars, and age-friendly features such as SOS call devices and mobility aids to meet the needs of different travelers. The itinerary follows an overnight travel, daytime sightseeing arrangement to reduce travel fatigue, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in the scenery along the way and the unique features of Xinjiang.D12:Itinerary Details – Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grass Beach], and stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Tashkurgan County
D13:Itinerary Details – Depart from Tashkurgan County, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [Baisha Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details – Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden], deeply experience the charm of the ancient city of Kashgar, and take the train to Korla in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Train
D15:Itinerary Details – 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
D16:Itinerary Details – Board the train at Korla Station in the morning for the official return journey; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Train
D17:Itinerary Details – Scenic return ride on the train, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Train
D18:Itinerary Details – Reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, where travelers get off at the nearest station and return to their warm homes; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Warm Home
🛏️ Introduction to Train Compartments💰 Price Description
The following prices are reference prices and may fluctuate based on available seats and departure dates. The contract signed shall prevail:
Xiaoxiang Suite (7.2 sqm, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people):62,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room (6.2 sqm, shared bathroom, capacity 2 people):45,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room (3.9 sqm, shared bathroom, capacity 4 people):42,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Upper Berth (3.9 sqm, no shower):17,999 yuan/person
This train offers 5 different compartment configurations to suit various travel needs. The entire journey combines train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for a comfortable and worry-free stay:Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Lower Berth (3.9 sqm, no shower):19,999 yuan/person
📝 Booking Process
1. Consultation and Selection: Contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm the 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan. For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing, and special circumstances require separate negotiation.
2. Submit Information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay the deposit according to the compartment class and receive a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign Contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by national tourism authorities, carefully verify the itinerary, price, cancellation and change terms, etc. All cancellation and change rules are subject to the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
5. Settle the Balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
✨ Xiaoxiang Suite (Premium Room Type): Room area 7.2 square meters, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, good privacy, suitable for travelers with higher requirements for accommodation comfortRegistration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For any questions, you can consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service by phone or WeChat. Address information can also be obtained from customer service.
🧾 Service Standards
✅ Included Items:Train seat accommodation for the entire journey, local boutique hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary, all meals specified in the itinerary, first admission tickets to scenic areas listed in the itinerary, local regular tourist bus transfers, full-journey tour guide service, onboard medical service, travel accident insurance
❌ Excluded Items:Self-paid experience projects within scenic areas, personal expenses, meals not specified in the itinerary, and additional costs caused by force majeure factors
For meals, most regular meals throughout the journey consist of 8 dishes and 1 soup, with meal standards in line with regular tour group standards. Most meals are served at tables of 10 people, with flavors balancing Hunan cuisine and local Xinjiang specialties. Light dishes are available, along with Xinjiang specialty meals such as roasted whole lamb, yak hotpot, and specialty fruit feasts, catering to travelers with different taste preferences. Note: Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
✨ Service Highlights
✨ Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room (Comfort Room Type): Room area 6.2 square meters, shared bathroom, capacity 2 people, spacious and bright, suitable for two people traveling togetherAccommodation combines train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels. The train carriages are equipped with constant-temperature air conditioning, charging ports, and lighting, with some seats featuring widened mattresses for higher sleeping comfort. Meal arrangements include a variety of Xinjiang specialty dishes, so travelers do not need to find dining places on their own, and the spiciness of dishes can be adjusted according to travelers’ tastes. Throughout the journey, special activities such as intangible cultural heritage performances and folk customs experiences of various ethnic groups are arranged to enrich the travel experience.
🆚 Advantages Compared to Other Trains
Compared to regular Xinjiang tourist trains on the market, the Xiaoxiang Number has a more relaxed pace, with daily sightseeing time controlled within a reasonable range, avoiding the rush of departing before dawn and resting late at night. Light-flavored meal options are provided, suitable for travelers who cannot handle heavy oil and spice. A doctor accompanies the entire journey, so sudden physical discomfort can be promptly treated, making travel more reassuring. Most fellow travelers prefer a slow-paced travel style, making the itinerary pace highly compatible. The train adopts a “one berth throughout” model, allowing luggage to be fixed on the train berth without having to move it at every stop, making long-distance travel more convenient. The carriage hardware has been upgraded, providing smoother and quieter travel and higher sleep comfort.
👥 Suitable Travelers
First, older retired groups – the itinerary pace is slow, without long hours on buses, and with onboard medical support, travel is more reassuring. Second, travelers who cannot sit on buses for long periods or are prone to motion sickness – the main transportation throughout is the train, with short ground transfer distances, reducing motion sickness discomfort. Third, families traveling together and groups of friends – multiple compartment types accommodate different travel combinations, and the itinerary covers core attractions in both northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing most of Xinjiang’s highlights to be visited in one trip without multiple travel plans.
🌟 Reasons the Train Is Popular
First, the itinerary is comprehensive, connecting core attractions in eastern, northern, and southern Xinjiang over 18 days, allowing travelers to visit most of the highlights without multiple trips to Xinjiang. Second, it is worry-free – accommodation, meals, transportation, and tickets are all arranged in advance, so travelers do not need to plan, book hotels, or find restaurants themselves. Third, the itinerary is well-organized, with overnight travel and daytime sightseeing, putting travel time during rest periods without wasting daytime sightseeing time. Fourth, multiple room types cover different budget needs, so whether seeking high value for money or high comfort, there is a suitable seat.
Note:In cases involving weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, or departure date changes, both parties may agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. All arrangements are subject to the Contract Law, Tourism Law, and other relevant laws.
