Southbound Train Baiyun from Guangzhou to Xinjiang 18 Days, Seat Price Differences and Service Differences
How can I buy tickets and book for the 2027 Baiyun Train? The Baiyun Train is a luxury tourist train customized by the railway and does not open a ticket purchasing channel on 12306; seats are uniformly coordinated and allocated by legitimate cooperative cultural and tourism institutions. 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 same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle registration and berth selection, contract signing and sign-up, and provide real-time inquiries about schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
“Southern Train Baiyun”:A unique special train to start an 18-day dream journey through North and South Xinjiang
In today’s pursuit of high-quality travel experiences, a distinctive tourist train — the Southern Train Baiyun — is attracting the attention of many tourists. With its unique design, considerate service, and rich itinerary, it brings travelers an unforgettable journey through Xinjiang.
Train introduction:A luxury mobile castle with a Chinese scholarly family theme
The Southern Train Baiyun is the country’s first luxury tourist train with a Chinese scholarly family theme. This special train is like a mobile luxury castle. The entire train has 18 carriages but recommends setting up 92 passenger seats, truly achieving low-density travel. Its uniqueness lies in that tourists can comfortably sit and rest on the special train at night, falling asleep as the train slowly moves forward, and during the day get off energetically to sightsee, without repeatedly moving luggage throughout the trip, easily starting the journey. Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Lanzhou are all boarding points, so no matter where you are, you can conveniently embark on this dream journey.
Compartment introduction:Diverse choices to meet different needs
“Southern Train Baiyun”: A unique special train to start an 18-day dream journey through North and South XinjiangYunqi · Lanyue (Luxury Twin Room): This is a high-end room type with an area of about 13.8㎡ and very spacious space. The room is equipped with a reception sofa, allowing tourists to chat comfortably with companions during the journey; a mini fridge can provide cool drinks at any time; and large viewing windows offer a panoramic view of the scenery outside. In particular, the twin beds can be combined into a large bed to meet different sleeping needs of tourists, with extremely high comfort. However, the number of this room type on the whole train is limited.
Yunqi · Yayun (Quality Twin Room):As the main room type for cost-effectiveness, it has an area of about 10㎡. The twin beds can also be separated or combined, and it is equipped with a bathroom, small fridge, and viewing window. The room uses Chinese-style interior decoration, creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere.
All compartments are double-occupancy private rooms, and each has a bathroom with dry-wet separation, providing tourists with private washing space. This special train operates year-round, departing from Guangzhou and crossing through North and South Xinjiang, leading tourists to appreciate different scenery.
Simple itinerary and specific 2027 departure dates:Exciting itinerary, reasonable arrangement
Simple itinerary
D1:Depart from Guangzhou to Chongqing. A welcome ceremony and song-and-dance activities will be held on the train, letting tourists feel a warm atmosphere as soon as they board, and then check in on the special train. Sightseeing and rest time are reasonably arranged, allowing tourists to start the journey in relaxation and joy.
In today’s pursuit of high-quality travel experiences, a distinctive tourist train — the Southern Train Baiyun — is attracting the attention of many tourists. With its unique design, considerate service, and rich itinerary, it brings travelers an unforgettable journey through Xinjiang.D2:Arrive in Chongqing and visit the Three Gorges Museum to gain an in-depth understanding of Chongqing’s history and culture; taste authentic mountain city hotpot and feel Chongqing’s fiery enthusiasm; at night, enjoy the brilliant night view of Raffles City and check in on the special train. There is ample sightseeing time during the day and sufficient rest at night.
D3:Travel from Chongqing to Urumqi. A Silk Road culture salon will be held on the train. Tourists can enjoy the scenery of the Hexi Corridor while learning about Silk Road culture, and check in on the special train. The itinerary pace is relaxed, with sightseeing and rest complementing each other.
D4:Arrive in Urumqi. Tourists have a choice of two itineraries. Route A can visit the Xinjiang Museum and the International Grand Bazaar; Route B goes to Tianshan Tianchi. Sightseeing time is reasonably arranged according to the choice, and then check in on the special train.
D5 – D6: Head to Altay, also with a choice of two itineraries. Route A includes the Ahe Highway, Hemu, and Kanas cruise; Route B covers Chonghur village, Hemu, Tiejia Highway, and Baihaba. Tourists will stay in high-end homestays in the Hemu and Kanas scenic areas, allowing them to enjoy sightseeing while also enjoying a comfortable accommodation environment.
D7:Visit the three bays of Kanas, taste the intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet, and in the evening board the special train to Yining and check in on the special train. Sightseeing and meal times are closely connected, and rest time is also guaranteed.
D8 – D11: In Ili and Kuqa, tourists have a choice of three itineraries; Route C requires an additional 6,000 yuan per person. Route A includes Sayram Lake, Tianshan Flower Sea, Nalati, Duku Highway, and Keziliya Grand Canyon; Route B includes Sayram Lake, Kalajun Grassland, Kurdening, and Keziliya Grand Canyon; Route C is Yizhao Highway, Zhaosu Jade Lake, Xiata Ancient Road, Sayram Lake, and the Grand Canyon. Tourists will stay in local high-end hotels such as those at Sai Lake and Nalati, and board the special train on the evening of D11 to Kashgar. The itinerary is rich and diverse, with ample sightseeing time and reasonable rest arrangements.
Train introduction: A luxury mobile castle with a Chinese scholarly family themeD12 – D13:Head to the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Lake, visit a Tajik family to watch eagle dance, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Karakul Lake, staying in hotels in Taxkorgan and Kashgar. There is appropriate rest time during sightseeing so tourists will not feel exhausted.
D14:Visit Kashgar Ancient City and Id Kah Mosque. In the evening, the special train departs for Korla and check in on the special train. After sightseeing during the day, tourists get sufficient rest on the special train at night.
D15:Travel from Korla to Golmud, visit the Bayingolin Museum and Bosten Lake, and check in on the special train. The itinerary is well-paced.
D16:In Golmud, visit Chaerhan Salt Lake and admire the spectacular scene of the Ten-Thousand-Zhang Salt Bridge, and check in on the special train. Sightseeing time is reasonable and rest is guaranteed.
D17 – 18:The special train returns to Guangzhou/Chongqing, and the journey ends.
2027 departure dates:Tianshan Jinshu Edition (regular summer): May 18, June 6, June 26, July 16, August 5, August 24; Jinfeng Huajuan Edition (autumn scenery): September 14.
The Southern Train Baiyun is the country’s first luxury tourist train with a Chinese scholarly family theme. This special train is like a mobile luxury castle. The entire train has 18 carriages but recommends setting up 92 passenger seats, truly achieving low-density travel. Its uniqueness lies in that tourists can comfortably sit and rest on the special train at night, falling asleep as the train slowly moves forward, and during the day get off energetically to sightsee, without repeatedly moving luggage throughout the trip, easily starting the journey. Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Lanzhou are all boarding points, so no matter where you are, you can conveniently embark on this dream journey.Price description:Transparent and reasonable, subject to the contract
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room:Tianshan Jinshu Edition 118,880 yuan/seat; Jinfeng Huajuan Edition 128,880 yuan/seat.
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room:Tianshan Jinshu Edition 98,880 yuan/seat; Jinfeng Huajuan Edition 108,880 yuan/seat.
Prices may fluctuate with departure dates; the specific price is subject to the contract or confirmation on the day.
Booking process:Clear and straightforward, easy booking
Compartment introduction: Diverse choices to meet different needsConsultation and selection:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining availability, and choose a travel plan that suits you.
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 grade and obtain an official travel receipt.
Sign contract:Sign the unified electronic contract under national tourism supervision, and carefully check details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation and change terms.
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:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Yunqi · Lanyue (Luxury Twin Room): This is a high-end room type with an area of about 13.8㎡ and very spacious space. The room is equipped with a reception sofa, allowing tourists to chat comfortably with companions during the journey; a mini fridge can provide cool drinks at any time; and large viewing windows offer a panoramic view of the scenery outside. In particular, the twin beds can be combined into a large bed to meet different sleeping needs of tourists, with extremely high comfort. However, the number of this room type on the whole train is limited.Reception standards:Rich and diverse, satisfying the taste buds
Included items:Attraction tickets listed in the itinerary, special train accommodation, local high-end hotel accommodation, meals, guide services, etc.
Excluded items:Personal consumption, optional paid items, etc.
Local specialty meals: Provide Xinjiang specialty cuisine, such as mountain city hotpot and intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet. Meal standards vary according to different dining locations and dishes. It can seat 48 people at the same time and uses customized tableware, offering Cantonese-Hunan fusion flavors and Xinjiang specialty cuisine. Daily meals have rich flavors, including light options and dishes suitable for tourists who prefer heavy oil and spicy food. The specifics are subject to actual consultation and signing.
Reception features:High-quality service, comfortable experience
High accommodation standards:Provide double-occupancy private rooms on the special train and local high-end hotel accommodation throughout the trip, allowing tourists to enjoy a comfortable rest environment during the journey.
Yunqi · Yayun (Quality Twin Room): As the main room type for cost-effectiveness, it has an area of about 10㎡. The twin beds can also be separated or combined, and it is equipped with a bathroom, small fridge, and viewing window. The room uses Chinese-style interior decoration, creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere.Rich meal arrangements:In addition to providing local specialty meals, attention is also paid to the diversity and flavor pairing of meals to meet the needs of different tourists.
Comparison with other special trains:Obvious advantages, a considerate choice
Light meal options available:For tourists who do not like heavy oil and spicy food, this special train provides light-flavored meal options to meet different taste needs.
Slow pace without rushing:The itinerary is reasonably arranged, with ample sightseeing and rest time. Tourists will not feel exhausted and can fully enjoy the beautiful scenery during the journey.
Comprehensive support:There is a accompanying doctor to protect tourists’ health, making tourists feel more at ease during the journey.
Suitable fellow travelers:The low-density travel and comfortable environment of the special train are suitable for retired elderly people, tourists who cannot ride in cars for long periods, and others.
All compartments are double-occupancy private rooms, and each has a bathroom with dry-wet separation, providing tourists with private washing space. This special train operates year-round, departing from Guangzhou and crossing through North and South Xinjiang, leading tourists to appreciate different scenery.Considerate and humanized service:From the booking process to services during the itinerary, thoughtfulness and humanization are reflected, letting tourists feel meticulous care.
Worry-free long-distance transportation:No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the trip; tourists only need to easily enjoy the journey.
Participant groups:Widely applicable, sharing beauty together
This special train is suitable for retired elderly people, who can slowly enjoy the scenery on the comfortable special train and enjoy a leisurely journey; it is also suitable for tourists who cannot ride in cars for long periods, avoiding the fatigue of long-distance travel. At the same time, it is also a good choice for tourists who pursue high-quality travel experiences and like in-depth travel.
Reasons for popularity:Unique charm, highly favored
The Southern Train Baiyun has always been popular because of its unique theme design, integrating Chinese scholarly family elements into the special train to create a strong cultural atmosphere; rich itinerary arrangements, allowing tourists to fully appreciate the beautiful scenery of North and South Xinjiang; high-quality reception standards, providing tourists with a comfortable experience from accommodation to dining; and considerate service, letting tourists feel the warmth of home.
If you are interested in this unique tourist train, you can consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to start your dream journey through North and South Xinjiang.
How to register for the 2027 Baiyun Train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency mainly provides high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury special trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Jinxiu Dongfang, Chengdu, Baiyun, New Oriental Express, Shifang, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. If you want to lie down and travel in light luxury and experience boutique special train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle berth selection and seat reservation, contract signing and registration, and provide real-time inquiries about special train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries.