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How can I buy tickets and book a seat on the Baiyun Express? The Baiyun Express is a luxury tourist train customized by the railway and does not open ticket sales through the 12306 channel; seats are uniformly allocated by authorized partner cultural tourism agencies. To sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated contact at the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle registration and berth selection, contract signing and enrollment, and provide real-time inquiries on schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
“Southern Train Baiyun Express”:A luxury mobile hotel journey crossing the northern and southern regions of Xinjiang
Train introduction:Redefining Xinjiang travel as a “mobile palace”
As the country’s first luxury tourist train themed around Chinese scholarly heritage, the “Southern Train Baiyun Express” takes “low density, high comfort, in-depth travel” as its core, breaking the crowded feel of traditional tourist trains and creating a mobile “five-star hotel.” The entire train is recommended to have 18 carriages and accommodate 92 passengers, striving to ensure every traveler can enjoy spacious surroundings. The train operates on a “move at night, play during the day” model, with no need to carry luggage throughout the journey, truly realizing “travel with just your bags.”
The train’s design incorporates Chinese aesthetics, and from carriage interiors to service details, it reflects the elegant atmosphere of “scholarly heritage.” Public areas such as the “Yunju · Xianting” welcome carriage adopt a four-door Chinese-style welcome hall design, serving as both the starting point of the boarding ceremony and a leisure and social space during the journey; the “Yunshang · Guanlan” sightseeing and entertainment carriage is equipped with panoramic glass windows, tea seats, and a card and chess room. By day you can enjoy tea and scenery, and at night you can take part in intangible cultural heritage handicrafts or gather to listen to music.
Compartment introduction:Private bathroom + panoramic window, combining privacy and comfort
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room
Capacity:2 people (twin beds can be combined into a large bed)
Area:Approximately 13.8㎡
Configuration:Dry-wet separated bathroom, reception sofa, mini fridge, large scenic window
Features:A high-end room type with a recommended limited number of seats on the train, suitable for travelers seeking superior comfort.
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room
Capacity:2 people (twin beds can be separated or combined)

“Southern Train Baiyun Express”: A luxury mobile hotel journey crossing the northern and southern regions of XinjiangArea:Approximately 10㎡
Configuration:Bathroom, small fridge, scenic window, Chinese-style interior
Features:A cost-effective choice, satisfying travelers who have quality requirements but a more flexible budget.
Public function carriages
Yunyan · Qinghuan Dining Car:Dining for 48 people at the same time, offering customized meals blending Cantonese and Hunan flavors.
Yunche · Yushan Kitchen:Equipped with a full set of Chinese and Western catering equipment, striving to keep meals fresh and hygienic.
Logistics carriage:Includes staff accommodation, a medical room, and a power generation car, ensuring power supply and medical staffing.
Operating years and boarding points
Operating time:Already operating in 2026, with continued departures in 2027.
Boarding points:Boarding is available in Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Lanzhou, covering major cities in South China, Southwest China, and Northwest China.
Simple itinerary and 2027 departure dates:A relaxed pace and in-depth experience
Specific 2027 departure dates

Train introduction: Redefining Xinjiang travel as a “mobile palace”Tianshan Jinshu Edition (regular summer):May 18, June 6, June 26, July 16, August 5, August 24
Jinfeng Huajuan Edition (autumn scenery):September 14
Itinerary highlights (daily sightseeing time about 6-8 hours, with ample rest time)
D1:Guangzhou → Chongqing
Welcome ceremony, song and dance activities, overnight on the special train.
D2:Chongqing
Visit the Three Gorges Museum, taste Chongqing hotpot, night tour of Raffles City, overnight on the special train.
D3:Chongqing → Urumqi
Silk Road culture salon on the train, enjoy the scenery of the Hexi Corridor along the way, overnight on the special train.
D4:Urumqi (choose one of two)
Route A:Xinjiang Museum + International Grand Bazaar; Route B: Tianshan Tianchi, overnight on the special train.
D5-D6:Altay (choose one of two)
Route A:Ahe Highway, Hemu, Kanas boat ride;

As the country’s first luxury tourist train themed around Chinese scholarly heritage, the “Southern Train Baiyun Express” takes “low density, high comfort, in-depth travel” as its core, breaking the crowded feel of traditional tourist trains and creating a mobile “five-star hotel.” The entire train is recommended to have 18 carriages and accommodate 92 passengers, striving to ensure every traveler can enjoy spacious surroundings. The train operates on a “move at night, play during the day” model, with no need to carry luggage throughout the journey, truly realizing “travel with just your bags.”Route B:Chonghur village, Hemu, Tiejia Highway, Baihaba;
Overnight in high-end homestays in the Hemu and Kanas scenic areas.
D7:Kanas Three Bays
Taste the intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet, board the special train in the evening for Yining, overnight on the special train.
D8-D11:Ili Kuqa (choose one of three; Route C requires an additional 6,000 yuan per person)
Route A:Sayram Lake, Tianshan Flower Sea, Nalati, Duku Highway, Keziliya Grand Canyon;
Route B:Sayram Lake, Kalajun Grassland, Kurdening, Keziliya Grand Canyon;
Route C:Yizhao Highway, Zhaosu Jade Lake, Xiata Ancient Road, Sayram Lake, Grand Canyon;
Overnight in local high-end hotels such as those at Sayram Lake and Nalati; board the special train on the evening of D11 for Kashgar.
D12-D13:Pamir Plateau
Visit Baisha Lake, Tajik family visit to watch eagle dance, Karakul Lake, overnight in hotels in Tashkurgan and Kashgar.
D14:Kashgar

The train’s design incorporates Chinese aesthetics, and from carriage interiors to service details, it reflects the elegant atmosphere of “scholarly heritage.” Public areas such as the “Yunju · Xianting” welcome carriage adopt a four-door Chinese-style welcome hall design, serving as both the starting point of the boarding ceremony and a leisure and social space during the journey; the “Yunshang · Guanlan” sightseeing and entertainment carriage is equipped with panoramic glass windows, tea seats, and a card and chess room. By day you can enjoy tea and scenery, and at night you can take part in intangible cultural heritage handicrafts or gather to listen to music.Visit Kashgar Old City and Id Kah Mosque, depart by special train in the evening for Korla, overnight on the special train.
D15:Korla-Golmud
Visit the Bayingolin Museum and Bosten Lake, overnight on the special train.
D16:Golmud
Tour Charkhan Salt Lake and see the Ten-Thousand-Zhang Salt Bridge, overnight on the special train.
D17-D18:Return by special train
Return to Guangzhou/Chongqing, end of the journey.
Price explanation:Transparent and reasonable, subject to the contract
Price range (one seat per person, one private room for two people)
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room:
Tianshan Jinshu Edition:118,880 yuan/seat
Jinfeng Huajuan Edition:128,880 yuan/seat

Compartment introduction: Private bathroom + panoramic window, combining privacy and comfortYunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room:
Tianshan Jinshu Edition:98,880 yuan/seat
Jinfeng Huajuan Edition:108,880 yuan/seat
Remarks
Prices may fluctuate with departure dates; the specific price is subject to the contract or confirmation on the day.
Route C (Yizhao Highway, etc.) requires an additional price difference of 6,000 yuan per person.
Booking process:Lock in your seat easily in five steps
Consultation and selection:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
Submit information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
Pay deposit:Pay the deposit according to the compartment class and obtain an official travel receipt.
Sign the contract:Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and carefully check the itinerary, price, cancellation and change terms, and other details.
Settle the balance:Pay all remaining fees 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage list will be issued.
Registration method

The Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Service standards:Thoughtful details, quality assurance
Included items
Accommodation:Special train compartment + high-end hotels/homestays in scenic areas.
Meals:Customized meals in the special train dining car + local specialty meals (such as Chongqing hotpot and the intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet).
Transportation:Special train movement throughout the journey + dedicated scenic-area shuttle vehicles.
Tickets:First admission tickets to all attractions in the itinerary.
Guide service:Professional guides accompanying and explaining throughout.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance.
Not included items
Personal consumption (such as shopping and entertainment items).
Round-trip major transportation (other than the special train’s starting point).

Capacity: 2 people (twin beds can be combined into a large bed) (for solo registrations, we will strive to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation).
Meal standards and tastes
Special train dining car:Cantonese-Hunan fusion flavors, catering to both light and heavy/oily/spicy needs.
Local specialty meals:Arranged according to the itinerary, such as Kashgar Old City pilaf and Ili roast whole lamb.
Remarks:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
Service features:Double upgrades in accommodation and dining
Accommodation standard:All special train compartments have bathrooms; scenic-area accommodation is in high-end hotels or characteristic homestays, striving for comfort and privacy.
Dining arrangements:Customized meals are provided daily, combining local flavors to meet different taste needs. For example, the Chongqing section arranges Chongqing hotpot, and the Kanas section offers the intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet, allowing travelers to enjoy food culture during the journey.
Compared with other special trains:The unique advantages of the Baiyun Express
Light meal options available:The special train meals cater to both light and heavy/oily/spicy tastes, meeting the needs of travelers of all ethnic groups.
Slow pace without rushing:Daily sightseeing time is reasonable, with ample rest time, avoiding fatiguing travel.
Comprehensive medical support:The special train is equipped with a medical room, with a accompanying doctor on duty throughout, responding to sudden health issues.

Area: Approximately 13.8㎡Suitable for accompanying groups:The low-density design attracts retired seniors, family travelers, and travelers who cannot ride buses for long periods.
Thoughtful and humanized service:From luggage handling to attraction explanations, a professional team provides meticulous service throughout.
Worry-free long-distance transportation:The special train moves at night and sightseeing is during the day, with no need to carry luggage throughout, truly realizing “travel with just your bags.”
Suitable groups:Tailored to specific needs
Retired seniors:Relaxed pace and comprehensive medical support, suitable for silver-haired travelers.
Family travelers:Family-friendly, with an itinerary covering natural scenery and cultural landscapes.
Travelers who cannot ride buses for long periods:The special train replaces long-distance buses, reducing bumps and fatigue.
Photography enthusiasts:The itinerary covers popular photography destinations such as Sayram Lake and Kanas, with ample time for sunrise and sunset shooting.
Reasons for popularity:Dual recognition of reputation and quality
Chinese-style theme design:From carriage decoration to service details, it reflects Chinese aesthetics, meeting travelers’ expectations for cultural travel.
Low-density travel:The entire train recommends 92 seats, striving for service quality and privacy.
In-depth experience:The itinerary covers the essence attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang, avoiding superficial sightseeing and allowing travelers to truly feel the beauty of Xinjiang.
Service assurance:A professional team accompanies the journey, from medical care to dining, for a comfortable trip.
If you are interested in the “Southern Train Baiyun Express,” you can consult Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, for more details. Let this mobile “scholarly palace” take you on an unforgettable journey to Xinjiang!
How to register for the 2027 Baiyun Express luxury tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury special trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu Express, Jinxiu Dongfang Express, Chengdu Express, Baiyun Express, New Oriental Express, Shifang Express, Kunlun Express, Tianshan Express, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan Express. If you want to lie down and travel in light luxury and experience boutique special train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle berth selection and seat reservation, contract signing and enrollment, and provide real-time inquiries on special train schedules, sleeper availability, and itineraries.