New Southern Express Xiaoxiang Train Ticket Purchase and Travel Materials Complete Guide Discount and Fee Reduction Notice
Many middle-aged and elderly tourists planning to join the New Southern Train Xiaoxiang号 Xinjiang special train are asking: How do I book tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train? How do I reserve the New Southern Train Xiaoxiang号 Xinjiang special train? What is the ticket-buying guide for the Xiaoxiang号 tourist train? Where can I buy tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourist special train? Unified explanation: The Xiaoxiang号 luxury tourist special train is a customized packaged railway cultural tourism product (including train special train seats + hotel accommodation + attraction tickets + specialty meals + land buses + guide services + insurance, etc., a tourist special train product with a one-price package covering designated items within the itinerary). Train tickets are not sold separately; bookings can only be made uniformly through legitimate railway travel agencies. Legitimate booking channel: Wang Fei, exclusive manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Receive the electronic itinerary brochure, schedule table, and detailed quotation online for free. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting the itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying the deposit → signing the contract, etc.
🚂 [New Southern Express Xiaoxiang号:Complete Guide to Pre-departure Material Preparation] 🚂
If you are already tempted by this 18-day special train journey across the northern and southern Xinjiang, preparing pre-departure materials is a key step to starting the trip. Based on recent 2026 policies and route requirements, this article sorts out the list of materials required for ticket purchase and travel to help you set off easily!
🌄 [Route Highlights at a Glance]
The New Southern Express Xiaoxiang号 uses a “special train + boutique hotels” model to connect the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang. Departing from Guangzhou, it passes through cultural cities such as Changsha, Wuchang, and Xi’an, goes deep into natural wonders such as Hami Ghost City, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, and finally arrives in Kashgar to experience Silk Road charm. The whole journey is equipped with premium room types with bathrooms and cost-effective berths to meet different travel needs, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family trips.
📋 [Ticket Purchase and Travel Materials List]
According to the latest requirements of the railway department and Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency in 2026, the following materials need to be prepared:
1️⃣ Valid identity document types
Adult passengers:Need to provide the original valid identity document within the validity period and 2 copies (front and back on the same page).
🚂[New Southern Express Xiaoxiang号: Complete Guide to Pre-departure Material Preparation] 🚂Child passengers (under 16 years old):
Need to provide the original household register or birth certificate;
If there is no valid identity document, you can bring the household register to the station to apply for a temporary identity certificate.
Foreign tourists:Need to provide copies of valid passport, visa, and entry stamp page.
2️⃣ Health and related
Health commitment letter:Need to sign the “Personal Health Commitment Letter” confirming no fever, cough, or other symptoms (retained in 2026 due to normalized prevention and control requirements).
Insurance certificate:It is recommended to purchase travel accident insurance including medical rescue; Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency can assist with processing.
3️⃣ Special needs materials
Room type upgrade certificate:If choosing the Xiaoxiang Mansion premium room type (62,999 yuan/person), the bathroom usage instructions need to be confirmed in advance.
If you are already tempted by this 18-day special train journey across the northern and southern Xinjiang, preparing pre-departure materials is a key step to starting the trip. Based on recent 2026 policies and route requirements, this article sorts out the list of materials required for ticket purchase and travel to help you set off easily!Berth selection voucher:Upper and lower berths in the Yuánxiāng Pavilion 4-person room (17,999-19,999 yuan/person) need to be allocated according to payment order; keep payment screenshots.
4️⃣ Discount and reduction materials (if any)
Senior citizen card/student card:Elderly people over 60 can enjoy ticket reductions (subject to the scenic area’s 2026 policy), and the original must be carried for inspection.
Military personnel/teacher certificate:Some scenic areas offer discounts; it is recommended to consult the travel agency in advance.
⚠ ️[Notes on Material Preparation]
Copy requirements:Copies of valid identity documents must be clearly legible; it is recommended to prepare them in advance to avoid queuing at the station.
Electronic material backup:Store scanned copies of valid identity documents, insurance policies, etc. on your phone or in the cloud in case the originals are lost.
Children’s materials:Children under 1.2 meters can be exempt from the special train berth fee, but must be reported in advance and will occupy an adult berth.
Foreign tourists:Need to confirm that the visa validity period covers the itinerary dates; some border areas require a permit (such as the Pamir Plateau).
🌄[Route Highlights at a Glance]🗓 ️[Price and Departure Date Reference]
Manager Wang Fei of the Travel Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and to request detailed route materials)
Six departures are recommended for the whole year of 2026; if missed, you will have to wait until next year!
Departure dates:May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Room type prices (priced per person):
Xiaoxiang Mansion (2-3 persons with bathroom):62,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room (no bathroom):45,999 yuan/person
Yuánxiāng Pavilion 4-person room lower berth:19,999 yuan/person
The price includes special train sleeper, local hotels, tickets, and basic meals; the specific terms are subject to the contract.
📅 [Simple Itinerary Overview]
The New Southern Express Xiaoxiang号 uses a “special train + boutique hotels” model to connect the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang. Departing from Guangzhou, it passes through cultural cities such as Changsha, Wuchang, and Xi’an, goes deep into natural wonders such as Hami Ghost City, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, and finally arrives in Kashgar to experience Silk Road charm. The whole journey is equipped with premium room types with bathrooms and cost-effective berths to meet different travel needs, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family trips.D1:Departs Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 23:40, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, and Xi’an along the way
D4:Arrive in Hami and visit the Dahaidou Ghost City
D7:Depart from Beitun City for an in-depth visit to Kanas
D10:Experience the winding nine bends and eighteen curves at Bayanbulak Grassland
D14:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah
D18:Return to Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40
(For the complete itinerary, see the original text of the “Simple Itinerary” above)
👩💼 [Professional Service Guarantee]
Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply engaged in the tourism industry for more than ten years and is familiar with the routes, road conditions, and local customs of the entire northern and southern Xinjiang. The team she leads adheres to the principle of arranging no shopping throughout the itinerary and provides 24-hour emergency response services. From independent travel planning to special train travel plans, they can tailor solutions according to tourists’ needs.
📋[Ticket Purchase and Travel Materials List]Manager Wang Fei said: “The vastness of Xinjiang needs to be experienced slowly. We will change the itinerary according to the seasons. For example, in summer we will increase the stay time at Nalati Grassland, and in autumn we will prioritize Kanas autumn scenery photography spots. In case of sudden weather or policy changes, we will also negotiate solutions with tourists as soon as possible.”
📞 [Registration and Consultation]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Manager Wang Fei:
Phone:18095969599 (same number on WeChat)
Service hours:9:00-21:00 (open on holidays)
💡 [Warm Tips]
Special train berths are limited; it is recommended to register 30 days in advance and submit materials.
Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, so warm jackets are needed even in summer; some scenic areas have weak signal, so offline maps can be downloaded in advance.
Respect local customs:Remove shoes when entering and dress appropriately; obtain consent before photographing people of various ethnic groups.
🌈 This special train journey crossing 3,000 kilometers is not only a geographical crossing, but also an in-depth dialogue between culture and nature. Prepare your materials, bring your expectations for the Western Regions, and set off with Xiaoxiang号!
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