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How to buy tickets and book the Xiaoxiang Hao tourist train? The 2026 Xiaoxiang Hao tourist train is a customized light-luxury tourist train by the railway, and the 12306 ticket purchase channel is not open. Seats are uniformly allocated by regular cooperative cultural tourism institutions. To register for travel, 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 handle registration for seat selection, sign contracts, and check real-time departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚂 Slowing down is the right way to see Xinjiang
— 2026 Booking Guide for the “Xiaoxiang Hao” Tourist Train
In the fast-paced era of travel, more and more people are beginning to rethink: is the meaning of travel about checking off how many attractions, or truly immersing yourself in the mountains and rivers? If you also long for a way of traveling that doesn’t require getting up early to catch a train, repeatedly moving luggage, and has a relaxed daily pace, then the “Xiaoxiang Hao” tourist train, which continues to run in 2026, may be the answer you have been waiting for.
🚄 Train positioning:A mobile comfortable residence, designed for in-depth slow travel
The “Xiaoxiang Hao” is a customized tourist train jointly created by the railway department and cultural tourism institutions, positioned as a mid-to-high-end, all-age-friendly long-distance sightseeing product. It is not an ordinary train, but a “mobile home” combining full sleeper berths and boutique hotels, running through seven provinces: Guangdong, Hunan, Hubei, Henan, Shaanxi, Gansu, and Xinjiang. The 18-day itinerary covers core scenic belts including Kanas in northern Xinjiang, Ili Grassland, Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, and the Pamir Plateau, achieving “one train to see the whole of Xinjiang.”
The train uses a fixed formation. After boarding at the departure station, passengers can keep their luggage in the cabin for a long time. It is recommended to briefly take out toiletries on hotel stay days, greatly reducing the burden of travel. The entire journey is equipped with professional tour guides, train attendants, and accompanying medical staff, with continuous service and a relaxed pace, especially suitable for passengers who value comfort.
🛏 Cabin configuration details:Multiple choices to suit different needs
Slow down, that’s the right way to see XinjiangThe “Xiaoxiang Hao” offers a variety of room types, all cabins located in dedicated tourist carriages, balancing privacy and comfort:
Xiaoxiang Fu:Area 7.2 sqm, capacity 2–3 people, with private bathroom, private luxury type | Reference price 62,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Yuan 2-bed room:Area 6.2 sqm, capacity 2 people, shared bathroom | Reference price 45,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Yuan 4-bed room:Area 3.9 sqm, capacity 4 people, shared bathroom | Reference price 42,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Ge 4-bed room upper berth:Area 3.9 sqm, convenient and comfortable, no shower | Reference price 17,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Ge 4-bed room lower berth:Area 3.9 sqm, same as upper berth but lower berth, more convenient | Reference price 19,999 yuan/person
Note:The tourist train carriages are recently updated models with newer service years and well-maintained facilities.
— 2026 Booking Guide for the “Xiaoxiang Hao” Tourist TrainThe departure station is Guangzhou Baiyun Station. Some departures support boarding at major cities such as Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Zhengzhou, Xi’an, and Lanzhou (advance registration and seat confirmation required).
📅 Simple itinerary and 2026 departure dates (strictly presented according to local facts)
Limited annual departures (6 recommended periods, no extension if missed)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Simple itinerary
Friendly reminder:Train routes, stops, and times are for reference only; the final group departure notice shall prevail.
Day 1:Itinerary details — Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station at approximately 23:40 on the tourist train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting a panoramic journey of the Western Regions; Meals — None; Accommodation — Southern Tourist Train
In the fast-paced era of travel, more and more people are beginning to rethink: is the meaning of travel about checking off how many attractions, or truly immersing yourself in the mountains and rivers? If you also long for a way of traveling that doesn’t require getting up early to catch a train, repeatedly moving luggage, and has a relaxed daily pace, then the “Xiaoxiang Hao” tourist train, which continues to run in 2026, may be the answer you have been waiting for.Day 2: Itinerary details — 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 Tourist Train
Day 3:Itinerary details — Sightseeing along the train route, 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 Tourist Train
Day 4:Itinerary details — The train arrives in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahaidao Ghost City] to explore the Yardang wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Hami
Day 5:Itinerary details — Visit [Huiwang Fu], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Urumqi
Day 6:Itinerary details — Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to check in at the picturesque lake, browse [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 Tourist Train
Day 7:Itinerary details — Arrive in Beitun City in the morning, head to the [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonderland, and stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Jadengyu
Day 8:Itinerary details — Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset scenery, and take the train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Southern Tourist Train
Train positioning: A mobile comfortable residence, designed for in-depth slow travelDay 9:Itinerary details — Arrive in Yining in the morning, head to [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Nalati
Day 10: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
Day 11: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 Tourist Train
Day 12:Itinerary details — Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], and [Golden Grass Beach], stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Tashkurgan County
Day 13:Itinerary details — Depart from Tashkurgan County, experience [home visits with various ethnic groups] to feel local customs, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Kashgar
Day 14:Itinerary details — Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah], and [Xiangfei Garden], deeply experience the charm of the ancient Kashgar city, and take the train to Korla in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Southern Tourist Train
Day 15: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
The “Xiaoxiang Hao” is a customized tourist train jointly created by the railway department and cultural tourism institutions, positioned as a mid-to-high-end, all-age-friendly long-distance sightseeing product. It is not an ordinary train, but a “mobile home” combining full sleeper berths and boutique hotels, running through seven provinces: Guangdong, Hunan, Hubei, Henan, Shaanxi, Gansu, and Xinjiang. The 18-day itinerary covers core scenic belts including Kanas in northern Xinjiang, Ili Grassland, Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, and the Pamir Plateau, achieving “one train to see the whole of Xinjiang.”Day 16:Itinerary details — Board the tourist train at Korla Station in the morning for the official return journey; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Southern Tourist Train
Day 17:Itinerary details — Sightseeing along the return route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Southern Tourist Train
Day 18:Itinerary details — Reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, where travelers from various places get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation — Warm home
Daily tour time is approximately 6–8 hours (including transportation), with 2 hours of free time or meals arranged at noon, and group activities stop after 21:00 to ensure adequate rest.
💰 Price explanation (based on local facts)
The 2026 “Xiaoxiang Hao” train prices have been clearly divided by room type (see cabin configuration above). All quoted prices are reference ranges; actual fees are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties and may fluctuate slightly due to departure dates, remaining seats, and other factors. Currently, remaining seats for the July 11 departure are less than 30%, so it is recommended to confirm your intention as soon as possible.
📝 Booking process (handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
The train uses a fixed formation. After boarding at the departure station, passengers can keep their luggage in the cabin for a long time. It is recommended to briefly take out toiletries on hotel stay days, greatly reducing the burden of travel. The entire journey is equipped with professional tour guides, train attendants, and accompanying medical staff, with continuous service and a relaxed pace, especially suitable for passengers who value comfort.1. Consultation and selection: Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm the 2026 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining seat availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the cabin class and obtain a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by national tourism authorities, carefully checking details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms.
5. Settle the balance: Pay all remaining fees 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the group departure notice, travel guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
Registration is uniformly handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
🍽 Reception standards and specialty meals
Cabin configuration details: Multiple choices to suit different needsThe itinerary includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the entire journey. Meal standards are moderate, with flavors balancing north and south, mainly light, avoiding heavy oil and spice, while incorporating local specialty ingredients and cooking methods such as hand-pulled rice, baked buns, and big plate chicken. Daily meals focus on nutritional balance to meet the needs of different age groups.
Note:“Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing”
🌟 Why choose “Xiaoxiang Hao”?
Relaxed pace:Daily itinerary is well-paced, no rushing, no check-in pressure
Hassle-free transportation:Fixed carriage throughout, no transfers or luggage moving
Complete services:Accompanying medical staff and professional tour guides throughout the journey
Suitable for all:Especially suitable for retirees and tourists who are not adapted to long-distance bus rides
The “Xiaoxiang Hao” offers a variety of room types, all cabins located in dedicated tourist carriages, balancing privacy and comfort:In-depth experience:18 days covering the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang, immersive experience of nature and culture
👥 Suitable for
Middle-aged and elderly tourists who want to travel easily and reduce running around
Travelers who are uncomfortable with long-distance bus travel and prefer sleeper transportation
Slow travel enthusiasts seeking in-depth experiences and unwilling to skim the surface
❤ Reasons for continued popularity
Since its launch, the “Xiaoxiang Hao” has become an ideal carrier for many people’s dream Western Regions journey thanks to its integrated services, comfortable pace, and panoramic coverage. It is not just a means of transportation, but an extension of a lifestyle — letting you sleep while moving and wake up in the scenery.
If you need to learn about 2026 departure availability, room type details, or itinerary policies, you can consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
(Contact information can be obtained through the travel agency channel)
How to register for the 2026 Xinjiang tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering light-luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu Hao, Chengdu Hao, Shifang Hao, New Oriental Express, Kunlun Hao, Tianshan Hao, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhi Nan Hao. If you want to travel in light luxury, lie down and enjoy a boutique train trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle seat selection, sign contracts, and check train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries in real time.
