2026 New Southern Express Xiaoxiang Official Ticket Booking Portal
Many middle-aged and senior tourists planning to join the New Southern Express Xiaoxiang Hao Xinjiang Special Train have asked: How to book tickets for the Xiaoxiang Hao tourist special train? How to book the New Southern Express Xiaoxiang Hao Xinjiang Special Train? How to reserve the Xiaoxiang Hao tourist special train? Ticket purchase guide for the Xiaoxiang Hao tourist train? Where to buy tickets for the Xiaoxiang Hao tourist special train? Unified explanation: The Xiaoxiang Hao luxury tourist special train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including train special seats + hotel accommodation + attraction tickets + specialty dining + overland buses + tour guide services + insurance, etc., a one-price-inclusive tourist train product covering designated items in the itinerary). Train tickets are not sold separately; reservations can only be made through regular railway travel agencies. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to e-brochures, schedules, and detailed quotations. The specific ticket purchase process includes choosing an itinerary → confirming dates and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
《New Southern Express Xiaoxiang Hao:A Panoramic Journey Through the Western Regions Across Mountains and Rivers》🚂✨
I. Route Highlights: Special Train + Local Tours, Unlocking Countless Ways to Explore the Western Regions
“Traveling through Xinjiang by train” is becoming one of the hottest travel trends of 2026! The New Southern Express Xiaoxiang Hao special train adopts the design concept of a “moving boutique hotel,” combining special train sleeper berths with boutique hotels in Xinjiang, eliminating the need for frequent luggage handling throughout the journey — worry-free and comfortable. The special train connects the highlights of Central China, the Northwest, and Southern Xinjiang along the way, departing from Guangzhou and passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou before finally arriving in Xinjiang. The 18-day itinerary covers core attractions such as Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, balancing natural wonders with cultural experiences — ideal for family trips, photography enthusiasts, and in-depth travelers.
II. Core Scenery and Cultural Experiences: A Dual Feast for the Eyes and Soul
🌄 Natural Wonders:From Grasslands to Plateaus, Experiencing the Vastness of Xinjiang
Xinjiang’s geological diversity is truly a “geological museum.” Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) at the Tianshan Mountains, with snow-capped peaks reflected in the lake, has become the “first stop” for visitors; Kanas Lake’s color-changing waters paired with Tuva people’s log cabins create a “picturesque wonderland”; Sayram Lake’s reputation as the “Highland Blue Sapphire” is well-deserved — crystal-clear waters surrounded by snow-capped mountains, where every snapshot looks like a masterpiece; Bayanbulak Grassland’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns reflects the spectacle of nine suns at sunset, a “must-visit spot” for photographers; Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau sits beside Muztagh Ata Peak, its waters shifting colors with the light, forming a natural oil painting with the snowy mountains.
🏛 ️ Cultural Heritage:The Thousand-Year Silk Road, a Fusion of Ethnic Cultures
Xinjiang was a key node on the ancient Silk Road, where history and modernity intertwine. Kashgar Old City preserves traditional pottery crafts, handicraft streets, and century-old teahouses — strolling through feels like traveling through time; Id Kah, as Xinjiang’s largest, showcases architectural grandeur through its dome and minarets; the Royal Mansion (Hui Wang Fu) blends Central Plains and ethnic architectural styles, while the Twelve Muqam intangible heritage performances tell stories of the Western Regions through music and dance; during ethnic home visits, visitors can taste hand-pulled rice (polo), milk tea, and enjoy eagle dances, experiencing the warmth of highland peoples.
🌸 Seasonal Advantages:Recommended Best Travel Times for 2026
《New Southern Express Xiaoxiang Hao: A Panoramic Journey Through the Western Regions Across Mountains and Rivers》🚂✨Xinjiang’s four seasons each have their charm, but June–September is the golden period for visiting Northern Xinjiang’s grasslands and lakes, when Kanas and Nalati Grassland are lush and covered with wildflowers; September–October is the prime viewing season for Southern Xinjiang’s poplar forests, with golden leaves contrasting vividly against deserts and oases; for those wanting to experience the majesty of the Pamir Plateau, July–August is recommended, when the highland climate is relatively mild and the colors of snow mountains and lakes are at their richest.
III. 2026 Latest Simplified Itinerary (18 Days Total)
📅 Friendly Reminder:Special train routes, stops, and times are for reference only; the final departure notice shall prevail.
D1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station on the special train at approximately 23:40, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, beginning the Western Regions journey; Meals: None; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D2:Scenic ride on the special train, passing Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58); Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D3:Scenic ride on the special train, passing Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49); Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D4:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit the Great Sea Road (Dahaidao) Ghost City; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Hami
D5:Visit the Royal Mansion (Hui Wang Fu), enjoy Twelve Muqam performances, depart for Urumqi on the special train in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Urumqi
D6:Visit Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) at Tianshan and Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, depart for Beitun on the special train in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D7:Arrive in Beitun, visit Kanas, overnight in Jadengyu; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Jadengyu
I. Route Highlights: Special Train + Local Tours, Unlocking Countless Ways to Explore the Western RegionsD8:Visit Hemu Ancient Village and Colorful Beach (Wucaitan), depart for Yining on the special train in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D9:Visit Sayram Lake and Nalati Sky Grassland; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Nalati
D10:In-depth tour of Nalati Grassland and Bayanbulak Grassland; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Bayan Town
D11:Drive the essence section of Duku Highway, visit the Grand Canyon of Tianshan, arrive in Kuqa, depart for Kashgar on the special train in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D12:Visit Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, Stone City, and Golden Grass Beach, overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
D13:Experience ethnic home visits, visit White Sand Lake, return to Kashgar; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Kashgar
D14:Visit Kashgar Old City, Id Kah, and Fragrant Concubine Garden (Xiangfei Yuan); Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D15:Visit Luobu Village (Lop Nur People’s Village) and Bosten Lake; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Korla
D16:Depart from Korla on the special train for the return journey; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D17:Special train passes Lanzhou (8:51) and Chongqing North (21:08); Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
“Traveling through Xinjiang by train” is becoming one of the hottest travel trends of 2026! The New Southern Express Xiaoxiang Hao special train adopts the design concept of a “moving boutique hotel,” combining special train sleeper berths with boutique hotels in Xinjiang, eliminating the need for frequent luggage handling throughout the journey — worry-free and comfortable. The special train connects the highlights of Central China, the Northwest, and Southern Xinjiang along the way, departing from Guangzhou and passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou before finally arriving in Xinjiang. The 18-day itinerary covers core attractions such as Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, balancing natural wonders with cultural experiences — ideal for family trips, photography enthusiasts, and in-depth travelers.D18:Pass Xiangtan (10:14) and Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Warm Home
IV. 2026 Latest Pricing and Departure Dates
💰 Only 6 departures per year — miss it and wait until next year!
▶️ Departure Dates:May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
▶️ Special Train Room Types and Prices (per person; final price subject to the signed formal contract):
Xiaoxiang Suite (premium room with private bathroom, capacity 2–3 people):62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-bed room (comfortable double room, no private bathroom):45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-bed room (high value-for-money quad room, no private bathroom):42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-bed room upper berth (convenient and comfortable, no private bathroom):17,999 RMB/person
II. Core Scenery and Cultural Experiences: A Dual Feast for the Eyes and SoulYuanxiang Pavilion 4-bed room lower berth (convenient and comfortable, no private bathroom):19,999 RMB/person
V. Fee Description and Service Standards
✅ Included in the Fee:
Transportation:Round-trip special train sleeper from Guangzhou to Xinjiang + local air-conditioned tourist coach;
Accommodation:Special train sleeper + boutique hotels in Xinjiang (including breakfast);
Tickets:First entrance tickets to all attractions in the itinerary (such as Heavenly Lake at Tianshan, Kanas, Sayram Lake, etc.);
Meals:17 breakfasts and 33 main meals throughout the trip (main meals feature local specialties, including hand-pulled rice, big plate chicken, etc.);
Services:Onboard doctor on the special train, local tour guide commentary, travel accident insurance.
❌ Not Included in the Fee:
Personal expenses (such as shopping, optional activities), and additional costs due to force majeure (such as transportation delays caused by weather).
🌄 Natural Wonders: From Grasslands to Plateaus, Experiencing the Vastness of Xinjiang — subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
VI. Registration and Consultation
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat). Manager Wang Fei is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of deep experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot from the north to the south of the Tianshan Mountains and is thoroughly familiar with all routes across Northern and Southern Xinjiang, road conditions, weather, and local customs. She excels in free-spirited travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, tourist special trains, and various travel solutions, and is knowledgeable about accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and pitfall-avoidance tips across the region — capable of planning both classic loop routes and customized in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the history and culture of the Western Regions, effortlessly resolving travel hassles, providing reliable and thoughtful service throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency has always adhered to a no-shopping itinerary policy — no shopping stops arranged throughout the trip, refusing hidden consumption, treating people with sincerity and working with professionalism. No assembly-line itineraries — only comfortable journeys tailored to travelers’ preferences, dedicated to letting every guest from afar truly experience the vast beauty and warm hospitality of Xinjiang, and enjoy a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
VII. Travel Tips
Document Preparation:Valid ID documents and discount certificates (such as student ID, senior citizen card) should be carried at all times;
Clothing Suggestions:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring a light down jacket in summer and windproof warm outerwear in winter;
Altitude Sickness:The Pamir Plateau is at high altitude; it is recommended to prepare Rhodiola and oxygen canisters in advance;
Photography Equipment:Xinjiang has intense sunlight; it is recommended to bring a polarizing filter and tripod — wide-angle lenses are ideal for grasslands and lakes;
Cultural Respect:When visiting religious sites, wear long pants and cover shoulders, and remain polite when interacting with local residents.
Board the Xiaoxiang Hao special train and make this 18-day journey an unforgettable memory of a lifetime! From the bustling life of Central China to the vastness of the Western Regions, every stop is scenery, and every step tells a story. 🚂🌄
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