Xiaoxiang Tourist Train Ticket Booking Official Channel New Southern Express Booking Time
Many middle-aged and elderly tourists planning to join the New Southern Train Xiaoxiang号 Xinjiang Special Train have inquired: How to book tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train? How to book the New Southern Train Xiaoxiang号 Xinjiang Special Train? How to reserve the Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train? Guide to purchasing tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourist train? Where to buy tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train? Unified explanation: The Xiaoxiang号 luxury tourist special train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including train special train seats + hotel accommodation + scenic spot tickets + specialty dining + land bus + tour guide service + insurance, etc., a one-price-inclusive tourist special train product covering designated items in the itinerary). It does not sell train tickets separately and can only be booked uniformly through regular railway travel agencies. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to electronic itinerary manuals, schedules, and detailed quotes. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 Lie down and see all of beautiful Xinjiang | 2026 ‘Xiaoxiang号’ tourist special train, a flowing cultural journey
Tired of the fatigue of long-distance self-driving? Worried about rushed group tours and frequent hotel changes? In 2026, a ‘moving home’ departing from Lingnan and spanning northern and southern Xinjiang—the New Southern Express · Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train—is redefining a panoramic tour of Xinjiang with a relaxed pace and in-depth experience. It’s not an ordinary train, but a light luxury travel vehicle blending Hunan culture, comfortable sleeper berths, and boutique hotels, turning an 18-day Xinjiang trip into a leisurely scenic slow read.
🌄 Route highlights:One train views the entire Western Regions panorama, no luggage moving, fewer transfers
The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ special train covers approximately 15,000 kilometers, departing from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west through Hunan, Hubei, Henan, Shaanxi, and Gansu, finally delving into three major regions of Xinjiang: Eastern Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang, and Southern Xinjiang, covering 16 core attractions including Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Ancient City, and Lop Nur Village.
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode:Deep exploration during the day, sleeping on the special train while traveling at night. Luggage is placed once for the entire trip, no need to repeatedly pack and move it, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists, family trips, and travelers seeking comfort.
The carriages incorporate Hunan cultural elements like Xiang embroidery and phoenix patterns, and feature an intangible cultural heritage handicraft experience area and a Hunan cuisine cultural tasting platform. Regular activities like tea art performances and red song sing-alongs are held during the journey, making it a moving cultural living room. The train is equipped with professional medical staff, 24-hour dedicated butlers, and a high-quality tour guide team to ensure a worry-free journey.
📅 6 recommended sessions throughout the year! Miss it and wait another year
According to the latest 2026 schedule, this route is limited to 6 sessions throughout the year, covering Xinjiang’s best seasonal viewing periods:
> May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
🚂 Lie down and see all of beautiful Xinjiang | 2026 ‘Xiaoxiang号’ tourist special train, a flowing cultural journey. The May session offers views of early green grasslands and blooming wildflowers;
The late June session coincides with the opening of the Duku Highway;
July–August features azure lakes and lush pastures;
The September session avoids peak crowds, with autumn colors gradually appearing for a more serene experience.
> ⚠️ Reminder:The train routing, passing stations, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official departure notice, and reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made by mutual agreement.
🗓 ️ Simplified itinerary (presented as per local professional facts)
Day 1:Itinerary details—Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 2: Itinerary details—Scenic sightseeing along the special train route, passing stations reference: 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
Day 3:Itinerary details—Scenic sightseeing along the special train route, passing stations reference: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing regional landscapes; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 4:Itinerary details—Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Great Sea Road Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landforms; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Hami
Tired of the fatigue of long-distance self-driving? Worried about rushed group tours and frequent hotel changes? In 2026, a ‘moving home’ departing from Lingnan and spanning northern and southern Xinjiang—the New Southern Express · Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train—is redefining a panoramic tour of Xinjiang with a relaxed pace and in-depth experience. It’s not an ordinary train, but a light luxury travel vehicle blending Hunan culture, comfortable sleeper berths, and boutique hotels, turning an 18-day Xinjiang trip into a leisurely scenic slow read.Day 5:Itinerary details—Visit [Hami King’s Palace], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Urumqi
Day 6:Itinerary details—Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 7: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 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 special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 9:Itinerary details—Arrive in Yining in the morning, head to [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] sky grassland; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
Day 10:Itinerary details—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
Day 11:Itinerary details—Depart from Bayan, take the scenic section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 12:Itinerary details—Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], and 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 the folk 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 Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Route highlights: One train views the entire Western Regions panorama, no luggage moving, fewer transfersDay 15:Itinerary details—Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake], experience the unique water town and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Korla
Day 16:Itinerary details—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
Day 17:Itinerary details—Scenic sightseeing along the special train return route, passing stations reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 18:Itinerary details—Special train passing stations reference: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers from various locations get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Warm home
💰 2026 Prices and Room Types (presented as per local professional facts)
Room configuration description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-trip special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy | 62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom | 45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:High cost-performance four-person room, without private bathroom | 42,999 RMB/person
The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ special train covers approximately 15,000 kilometers, departing from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west through Hunan, Hubei, Henan, Shaanxi, and Gansu, finally delving into three major regions of Xinjiang: Eastern Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang, and Southern Xinjiang, covering 16 core attractions including Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Ancient City, and Lop Nur Village.Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room upper berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without private bathroom | 17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room lower berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without private bathroom | 19,999 RMB/person
> 📌 Note:The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may vary with session and availability, subject to the signed formal contract.
📞 How to register? Contact a professional local guide
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Special recommendation to contact Manager Wang Fei—a native of Xinjiang, deeply rooted in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade, having traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan region, familiar with the entire northern and southern Xinjiang tour routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs. She is proficient in planning independent travel, boutique small groups, local customized transportation, and tourist special trains, familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels in explaining Western Regions culture and history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing thoughtful support throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency always adheres to a no-shopping itinerary policy, refusing hidden consumption, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, enjoying a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
📞 Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat)
📍 Please contact customer service directly for address information.
🧾 Explanation of included and excluded costs
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode: Deep exploration during the day, sleeping on the special train while traveling at night. Luggage is placed once for the entire trip, no need to repeatedly pack and move it, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists, family trips, and travelers seeking comfort.✅ Included costs:
Full-trip special train sleeper berths and 14 nights of local boutique hotel accommodation
34 main meals + 17 breakfasts as listed in the itinerary
First admission tickets to scenic spots and intangible cultural heritage performances
Professional tour guide + accompanying medical staff + 24-hour butler service
❌ Excluded costs:
Personal expenses and optional activities
Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., weather, policy changes)
Transportation costs to the departure station or after returning
> 📝 Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing, with all arrangements executed in accordance with the Tourism Law and relevant regulations.
Boarding the ‘Xiaoxiang号’ is not just about going to Xinjiang, but entering the mountains, rivers, and time of the Western Regions with a composed attitude. 18 days, one train, a journey of a lifetime, awaits departure.
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