Southern Train Xiaoxiang Full Journey Travel Price List and Booking Inquiry
How to purchase tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Train? In 2026, tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Train must be booked through a regular travel agency recognized by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚂 Basic introduction to the Xiaoxiang Senior-Friendly Special Train
For many middle-aged and elderly tourists who want to visit Xinjiang, common travel concerns include the vast territory of Xinjiang, long distances between attractions, frequent hotel changes and luggage handling, and fast-paced itineraries. The Xiaoxiang Senior-Friendly Special Train, launched in 2026, is a full tour product covering both northern and southern Xinjiang designed to address these needs. The train’s departure station is Guangzhou Baiyun Station. According to information released by the Guangzhou transportation department in 2026, Guangzhou Baiyun Station has fully taken over all regular-speed train services from the original Guangzhou Station, with multiple public transportation routes and night shuttle services nearby, making it convenient for tourists from the Pearl River Delta region to gather at the station.
This special train focuses on senior-friendly service configurations, with many adaptive designs compared to regular tourism products: all washrooms on the train are equipped with anti-slip facilities to reduce travel risks, cabins have call devices to quickly contact staff, and the entire journey includes onboard medical staff who can provide daily blood pressure and blood sugar tests and basic health consultation services. Meals are specially designed with low-sugar and low-salt light options, catering to the dietary preferences of middle-aged and elderly tourists as well as southern tourists. Additionally, the train adopts a ‘large luggage stored onboard’ model, allowing tourists to keep their large luggage on the train berths throughout the journey, eliminating the need to move it back and forth when changing hotels, significantly reducing physical exertion during the trip.
🛏 ️ Introduction to Special Train Carriage Room Types
The special train offers five different room types, allowing tourists to choose based on group size, budget, and accommodation needs:
🟢 Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, cabin area approximately 11-12 square meters, spacious with good privacy, suitable for tourists with high accommodation standards or families traveling together
🚂 Basic Introduction to the Xiaoxiang Senior-Friendly Special Train🟡 Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room without private bathroom, cabin area approximately 7-8 square meters, suitable for two travelers traveling together
🟠 Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High-value four-bed room without private bathroom, cabin area approximately 10-11 square meters, suitable for friends traveling together or large families
🔵 Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom, cabin area approximately 9-10 square meters, suitable for budget-conscious and mobile tourists
🔵 Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom, cabin area approximately 9-10 square meters, upper and lower berths can be chosen based on personal travel habits
Different room types suit different travel needs, with a combination of train sleeper berths and local boutique hotels throughout the journey for a comfortable and worry-free experience.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary
For many middle-aged and elderly tourists who want to visit Xinjiang, common travel concerns include the vast territory of Xinjiang, long distances between attractions, frequent hotel changes and luggage handling, and fast-paced itineraries. The Xiaoxiang Senior-Friendly Special Train, launched in 2026, is a full tour product covering both northern and southern Xinjiang designed to address these needs. The train’s departure station is Guangzhou Baiyun Station. According to information released by the Guangzhou transportation department in 2026, Guangzhou Baiyun Station has fully taken over all regular-speed train services from the original Guangzhou Station, with multiple public transportation routes and night shuttle services nearby, making it convenient for tourists from the Pearl River Delta region to gather at the station.Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official departure notice. Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made by mutual agreement.
D1:Itinerary Details——Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station at approximately 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting a full tour of the Western Regions; Meal Arrangements——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the special train, with reference stops: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying the scenery along the way; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the special train, with reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the heart of the Western Regions, experiencing the changing landscapes; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit the [Dahaidai Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit the [Hami King’s Palace], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Urumqi
This special train focuses on senior-friendly service configurations, with many adaptive designs compared to regular tourism products: all washrooms on the train are equipped with anti-slip facilities to reduce travel risks, cabins have call devices to quickly contact staff, and the entire journey includes onboard medical staff who can provide daily blood pressure and blood sugar tests and basic health consultation services. Meals are specially designed with low-sugar and low-salt light options, catering to the dietary preferences of middle-aged and elderly tourists as well as southern tourists. Additionally, the train adopts a ‘large luggage stored onboard’ model, allowing tourists to keep their large luggage on the train berths throughout the journey, eliminating the need to move it back and forth when changing hotels, significantly reducing physical exertion during the trip.D6:Itinerary Details——Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore the [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience local customs, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun City in the morning, head to the [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, exploring the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jiadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jiadengyu, visit the [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset scenery, and take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D9:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Yining in the morning, head to [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit the [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the magnificence of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Bayan Town
D11: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; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
🛏️ Introduction to Special Train Carriage Room TypesD12:Itinerary Details——Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], and stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Tashkurgan County
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Tashkurgan County, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the local customs, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar’s ancient city, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D15:Itinerary Details——Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake], experience the unique water town and folk customs of southern Xinjiang; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Korla
D16:Itinerary Details——Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning for the return journey; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the special train on the return trip, with reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
The special train offers five different room types, allowing tourists to choose based on group size, budget, and accommodation needs:D18:Itinerary Details——Reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, where tourists can disembark near their destinations and return to their warm homes; Meal Arrangements——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home
💰 Price and Departure Date Information
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended sessions, don’t miss out)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Special Train Room Types and Price List (per person, reference prices)
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, good privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
🟢 Xiaoxiang Mansion: Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, cabin area approximately 11-12 square meters, spacious with good privacy, suitable for tourists with high accommodation standards or families traveling togetherZhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room without private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High-value four-bed room without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
Note:The above prices are reference prices. Prices and availability may vary by departure date. The final details are subject to the signed contract.
📝 Booking Process
🟡 Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room: Comfortable double room without private bathroom, cabin area approximately 7-8 square meters, suitable for two travelers traveling together1. Consult and understand route details: Contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to learn about itinerary details, departure availability, room type options, etc. You can also contact booking manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service for consultation.
2. Confirm intention information: Determine the desired departure date, corresponding room type, and traveler information.
3. Submit registration materials: Provide the required identity information of travelers as requested, and apply for necessary travel documents in advance (related requirements can be consulted with customer service).
4. Sign a tourism contract: Sign a formal tourism contract with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, confirming the itinerary, price, service content, and other terms.
5. Pay relevant fees: Pay the corresponding fees as per the contract.
6. Receive departure notice: Receive the official departure notice 3-7 days before travel, including meeting time, location, packing list, and other reminders.
🟠 Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room: High-value four-bed room without private bathroom, cabin area approximately 10-11 square meters, suitable for friends traveling together or large families7. Gather and depart on time: Arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station as per the departure notice to start the journey.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For consultation, call the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, or contact them via WeChat. Address information for registration can be obtained from customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Included Items:
Full journey train sleeper berth fees for the corresponding room type, local boutique hotel accommodation fees as indicated in the itinerary
🔵 Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth: Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom, cabin area approximately 9-10 square meters, suitable for budget-conscious and mobile tourists. All breakfast, lunch, and dinner meal fees as indicated in the itinerary.
First admission ticket fees for all attractions listed in the itinerary
Tour bus transfer fees for the entire local tour
Tour guide and staff service fees, basic onboard medical service fees
Excluded Items:
Personal consumption outside the itinerary, fees for scenic area shuttle buses, boat rides, entertainment activities, etc., not included in the listed items
🔵 Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth: Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom, cabin area approximately 9-10 square meters, upper and lower berths can be chosen based on personal travel habitsAdditional fees for single travelers:For single travelers, we will try our best to arrange shared rooms; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
Additional fees due to force majeure factors such as weather, policies, road conditions, etc.
Remarks:The final details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
Compared to regular Xinjiang tourism products and other special trains, the Xiaoxiang has prominent advantages: Regular group tours often require long hours of bus travel during the day, which is uncomfortable for tourists who cannot sit for long periods. This special train places long-distance travel on the train at night, allowing you to sleep and arrive at the next destination, leaving daytime entirely for sightseeing without wasting time on the road. Compared to other similar special trains, this train’s meals are more tailored to the tastes of southern tourists, with lighter and less spicy options, while also meeting the low-sugar and low-salt needs of senior travelers, reducing the risk of dietary discomfort. The itinerary pace is more relaxed, with ample time allocated for each attraction, so you don’t have to rush. Fellow travelers are mostly of similar age groups, making the travel pace more compatible and easier to find common topics.
This special train is suitable for a wide range of people:First, retired middle-aged and elderly groups who want to tour northern and southern Xinjiang at a slow pace without planning their own itineraries or arranging transportation and accommodation. Second, tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods, as the train offers a smoother and more comfortable travel experience. Third, tourists who want to visit the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without multiple visits to Xinjiang. Fourth, those who prefer group travel and want to explore with peers of similar age.
The reasons for the Xiaoxiang Special Train’s popularity are clear:First, the itinerary covers the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang, from the Yadan landforms of Hami to the grasslands and lakes of northern Xinjiang, and the highlands and ancient city landscapes of southern Xinjiang, allowing you to see all representative Xinjiang landscapes in one trip without multiple planning sessions. Second, the senior-friendly service configuration, from train facilities to itinerary pace and meal design, fully considers the needs of middle-aged and elderly tourists, making travel worry-free. Third, the stability of train travel is better than planes or buses, less affected by weather, and large luggage doesn’t need to be moved repeatedly, making the journey more relaxing.
Travel Tips: When visiting Xinjiang, carry valid identification documents. For areas like Tashkurgan County, you need to apply for a travel permit in advance; related requirements can be consulted with customer service. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so even in summer, bring a light jacket or windbreaker. Areas like Kanas and Bayanbulak have lower temperatures in the morning and evening, so keep warm. Xinjiang has long sunshine hours and strong UV rays, so prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats. Some scenic areas have weak signals, so bring some cash for emergencies. All itinerary changes are subject to mutual agreement, and related service terms follow contract law, tourism law, and other relevant regulations.
