2027 Southern Train Baiyun Xinjiang Luxury Train Presale Notice
Pre-sale updates, booking channels, departure dates and fares, and service highlights of the Baiyun Train Xinjiang luxury tourist train—all explained clearly in one go. The Baiyun Train is China’s first Chinese-style scholarly luxury tourist train, departing from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, with a recommended capacity of 92 seats for the entire train, covering both northern and southern Xinjiang over 18 days. Seats for 2027 are now open for booking. The Southern Train Baiyun is a customized high-end cultural tourism package product of the railway, not an ordinary passenger train, and has no separate train ticket sales channel. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Complete registration process: consult and obtain materials → select departure and room type → submit registration information → pay deposit to secure a seat → sign electronic contract. The whole process is transparent and traceable.
🚂 Southern Train · Baiyun 2027 | Who is suited to ride this train? Things you should know before departure
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📌 Preface
If you are considering traveling through northern and southern Xinjiang in a “slow down” way, the Southern Train · Baiyun may be one of the options worth paying attention to. Unlike the fatigue of self-driving or the hurried sightseeing of flying, this special train turns transportation itself into part of the journey—18 carriages, a capacity of 92 people, and star-rated butlers accompanying you throughout. Departing from Guangzhou or Chongqing, it heads west all the way through deserts, grasslands, snow mountains, and lakes.
This article does not repeatedly list the stops. Instead, it approaches from three angles: “who is this train suitable for,” “what the experience on board is really like,” and “what to prepare before departure,” helping you sort out the key information before making a decision. The prices and itinerary arrangements mentioned in this article are based on the 2027 departure information currently published by Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency.
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🏔 ️ 1. What exactly is this train?
The Southern Train · Baiyun is a tourist special train product, operated under the overall coordination of China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. and the corresponding railway authority. The train has a total of 18 carriages and a passenger capacity of 92 people, with an overall positioning of light luxury, small groups, and slow travel.
🔹 Carriage room types:
Yunqi · Kuangjing (Luxury Double Room)
Yunqi · Yayun (Quality Twin Room)
Yunqi · Lanyue (Luxury Twin Room, 3 compartments, reference area about 13.8㎡)
🔹 Public spaces:
Yunju · Xianting (Welcome Car)
Yunyan · Qinghuan (Dining Car)
Yunshang · Guanlan (Entertainment and Sightseeing Car)
The train is equipped with professional photographers, support doctors, and elite tour leaders, providing one-stop travel services. After disembarking, the group is split into light luxury small groups of about 16 to 22 people (excluding young children), with accommodation covering international five-star hotels, high-end boutique guesthouses, and highly rated diamond hotels.
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👥 2. What kind of people are suitable to ride the Baiyun?
✅ Friends who like the rhythm of “vacation on board”—no need to move luggage or rush for buses every day; the train itself is a mobile hotel.
✅ Travelers visiting Xinjiang for the first time and unfamiliar with road conditions—tour leaders and butlers coordinate throughout, saving a lot of energy in self-planning.
✅ Tourists who want to cover the core landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip—from Kanas to Kashgar, from Sayram Lake to Charkhan Salt Lake, completing a grand loop in 18 days.
✅ People who prefer small groups and value accommodation quality—the landing accommodation standard is relatively high, and meals include special experience items.
🚂 Southern Train · Baiyun 2027 | Who is suited to ride this train? Things you should know before departure⚠ ️ Please note:The special train’s operating dates, itinerary times, stopping stations, etc. are subject to the railway department’s final passenger transport adjustment order; the Duku Highway is recommended to be open to domestic guests; some routes require choosing one of two or one of three, and after selection, cross-line combinations are not allowed. Weather, road conditions, and other factors may affect actual arrangements, and with mutual agreement, reasonable changes may be made to the itinerary.
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💰 3. 2027 departure dates and price explanation
The following is the 2027 Southern Train · Baiyun departure and price information currently published by Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing; prices and remaining seats may fluctuate with departure dates, and the signed contract shall prevail.
🔸 2027 Southern Train · Baiyun [Yunyu · Xingjiang] Chongqing & Northern and Southern Xinjiang & Golmud 18-Day Departure Prices
Boarding available in Guangzhou/Chongqing/Lanzhou/Urumqi
[Tianshan Jinshu Edition] Departure dates:June 6 and June 26, 2027
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room (3 compartments, reference area:13.8m²) 118,880 yuan/person
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room (4 compartments, reference area:10m²) 98,880 yuan/person
[Jinfeng Huajuan Edition] Departure date:September 14, 2027
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room (3 compartments, reference area:13.8m²) 128,880 yuan/person
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room (4 compartments, reference area:10m²) 108,880 yuan/person
🔸 Yunnan Route 11 Days
Departures:9.19/10.18/10.30/11.12/11.24/12.6/12.18
Yunqi · Kuangjing (Luxury Double Room):59,880 yuan/person
Yunqi · Yayun (Quality Twin Room):49,880 yuan/person
▶Boarding stations:Guangzhou start and end (board/alight in Chongqing, board in Lanzhou)
▶Alighting stations:Chongqing, Guangzhou
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🗓 ️ 4. Simple itinerary arrangement
The following is the original text of the 2027 northern and southern Xinjiang itinerary published by Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, divided into two sets: the “Jinfeng Huajuan Edition” and the “Tianshan Jinshu Edition.” After selecting a route, cross-line interleaving and combination are not allowed.
———[Jinfeng Huajuan Edition | 2027 Brief Itinerary]———
Day | City/Destination | Itinerary Content (A/B/C Three Routes)
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Day02 | Chongqing | Three Gorges Museum | Mountain City Hotpot | Raffles Sky Crystal Observation Deck
Day03 | Chongqing→Urumqi | Special train activities | Silk Road culture salon
Day04 | Urumqi | Route A:Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum | Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar / Route B: Tianshan Tianchi
Day05-Day06 | Altay | Route A D5 Ahe Highway | Hemu D6 Exclusive tea break | Hemu Village | Kanas Scenic Area / Route B D5 Chonghur Village | Hemu D6 Tiejia Highway | Baihaba | Kanas Scenic Area
Day07 | Kanas→Beitun | Kanas Three Bays | Landmark intangible cultural heritage cuisine cold-water fish banquet
Day08-Day11 | Ili + Kuqa | Route A D8 Sayram Lake D9 Tianshan Flower Sea | Nalati Grassland D10 Nalati Grassland | Bayin Town D11 Duku Highway | Keziliya Grand Canyon / Route B D8 Sayram Lake D9 Tianshan Flower Sea | Nalati Grassland D10 Nalati Grassland D11 Keziliya Grand Canyon / Route C (+6,000 yuan/person) D8 Yizhao Highway | Jade Lake | Sunset dinner | Exclusive chartered boat lake tour D9 Xiata Ancient Road D10 Sayram Lake D11 Keziliya Grand Canyon
Day12 | Kashgar | Baisha Lake | Taxkorgan | Tajik family visit
Day13 | Karakul Lake | Karakul Lake | Three Kunlun Peaks
Day14 | Kashgar Old City→Korla | Kashgar Old City | Id Kah Grand
Day15 | Korla→Golmud | Bayingolin Museum | Bosten Lake
Day16 | Golmud | Charkhan Salt Lake
Day17-Day18 | Golmud→Guangzhou | Train activities, enjoy a variety of activities on the train and relive the journey through the Western Regions
Special notes:
1. Ili + Kuqa Route A: If the Duku Highway is not open, Route A will be replaced with Route B (the Duku Highway is recommended to be open to domestic guests).
2. The itinerary description is for reference. The special train’s operating dates, itinerary times, operating routes, stopping stations, etc. are subject to the final passenger transport adjustment order of China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. and the corresponding railway authority.
3. For the Urumqi and Altay itineraries on Days 4-6, two themed routes A and B are offered, choose one; after selection, cross-line interleaving and combination are not allowed throughout the trip.
4. For the Ili + Kuqa itinerary on Days 8-11, three themed routes A, B, and C are offered, choose one; after selection, cross-line interleaving and combination are not allowed throughout the trip (Route C requires an additional 6,000 yuan/person).
———[Tianshan Jinshu Edition | 2027 Brief Itinerary]———
Day | City/Destination | Itinerary Content (A/B/C Three Routes)
Day01 | Guangzhou→Chongqing | Welcome ceremony | Band performance | Song and dance performance
Day02 | Chongqing | Three Gorges Museum | Mountain City Hotpot | Raffles Sky Crystal Observation Deck
Day03 | Chongqing→Urumqi | Special train activities | Silk Road culture salon
📌 PrefaceDay04 | Urumqi | Route A:Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum | Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar / Route B: Tianshan Tianchi
Wang Fei, Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticketing Consultation Center of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency: 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials). Consultation phone/WeChat: 18095969599. You may also inquire via WhatsApp: +86 18095969599, LINE: xjwf10086, or email 3086604115@qq.com about related matters, and inquire about recent travel routes and quotations.
Day05-Day06 | Altay | Route A D5 Ahe Highway | Hemu D6 Exclusive tea break | Hemu Village | Kanas Scenic Area / Route B D5 Chonghur Village | Hemu D6 Tiejia Highway | Baihaba | Kanas Scenic Area
Day07 | Kanas→Beitun | Kanas Three Bays | Landmark intangible cultural heritage cuisine cold-water fish banquet
Day08-Day11 | Ili + Kuqa | Route A D8 Sayram Lake D9 Tianshan Flower Sea | Nalati Grassland D10 Nalati Grassland | Bayin Town D11 Duku Highway | Keziliya Grand Canyon / Route B D8 Sayram Lake D9 Kalajun Grassland | Grassland light hiking | Bonfire party D10 Kurdening D11 Keziliya Grand Canyon / Route C (+6,000 yuan/person) D8 Yizhao Highway | Jade Lake | Sunset dinner | Exclusive chartered boat lake tour D9 Xiata Ancient Road D10 Sayram Lake D11 Keziliya Grand Canyon
Day12 | Kashgar | Baisha Lake | Taxkorgan | Tajik family visit
Day13 | Karakul Lake | Karakul Lake | Three Kunlun Peaks
Day14 | Kashgar Old City→Korla | Kashgar Old City | Id Kah Grand
Day15 | Korla→Golmud | Bayingolin Museum | Bosten Lake
Day16 | Golmud | Charkhan Salt Lake
Day17-Day18 | Golmud→Guangzhou | Train activities, enjoy a variety of activities on the train and relive the journey through the Western Regions
Special notes:
1. Ili + Kuqa Route A: If the Duku Highway is not open, the itinerary will return to Yining after Nalati, transfer to the Baiyun Train to Kuqa, and the original Bayanbulak accommodation will be changed to train accommodation (the Duku Highway is recommended to be open to domestic guests).
2. The itinerary description is for reference. The special train’s operating dates, itinerary times, operating routes, stopping stations, etc. are subject to the final passenger transport adjustment order of China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. and the corresponding railway authority.
3. For the Urumqi and Altay itineraries on Days 4-6, two themed routes A and B are offered, choose one; after selection, cross-line interleaving and combination are not allowed throughout the trip.
4. For the Ili + Kuqa itinerary on Days 8-11, three themed routes A, B, and C are offered, choose one; after selection, cross-line interleaving and combination are not allowed throughout the trip (Route C requires an additional 6,000 yuan/person).
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🗺 ️ 5. Scenery and experiences worth looking forward to along the way
Based on public information from 2026, the following are highlight spots in the itinerary for you to prepare in advance:
🔹 Kanas Scenic Area (Altay Prefecture)
Kanas Lake, Shenxian Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay are collectively known as the “Kanas Three Bays,” and are especially photogenic in autumn when the forests are dyed in layers of color. The scenic area currently implements real-name reservation ticketing. It is recommended to check the day’s ticket release and flow control policies through official channels in advance.
🔹 Sayram Lake (Ili Prefecture)
A high-altitude lake whose surface presents different shades of blue as the light changes. The lakeside road is suitable for self-driving or customized slow travel by car. The current opening hours and ticket prices of the scenic area are subject to the announcements of the year.
🔹 Nalati Grassland (Ili Prefecture)
If you are considering traveling through northern and southern Xinjiang in a “slow down” way, the Southern Train · Baiyun may be one of the options worth paying attention to. Unlike the fatigue of self-driving or the hurried sightseeing of flying, this special train turns transportation itself into part of the journey—18 carriages, a capacity of 92 people, and star-rated butlers accompanying you throughout. Departing from Guangzhou or Chongqing, it heads west all the way through deserts, grasslands, snow mountains, and lakes.The空中草原 (Sky Grassland) and river valley grassland each have their own features, with June to September being peak season. Shuttle buses operate within the scenic area, and it is recommended to allow more than half a day for sightseeing.
🔹 Kashgar Old City (Kashgar Prefecture)
The old city streets retain a large number of traditional architectural features, and the Id Kah Grand Mosque is an important cultural landmark. The old city is open all day, and some areas require tickets for entry.
🔹 Charkhan Salt Lake (Golmud)
One of China’s larger salt lakes, where the lake surface crystals present a scene of interwoven white and emerald green in the sunlight. The scenic area is currently open to tourists, and specific ticket prices and shuttle information are subject to on-site announcements.
🔹 Bosten Lake (Bayingolin Prefecture)
One of China’s larger inland freshwater lakes, with reed marshes and waterbird habitats as highlights. The scenic area has boat tour projects, and opening conditions change with the seasons.
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🍽 ️ 6. What to eat? Dining on the train and after landing
The train is equipped with the dining car “Yunyan · Qinghuan,” providing daily meals. After landing, the standard for main meals is 100 to 150 yuan/person, and for specialty meals 150 to 200 yuan/person, including experience items such as song-and-dance welcome banquets, intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquets, outdoor customized dining banquets, yak meat hotpot, and roast whole lamb banquets.
The Chongqing section includes Mountain City Hotpot, a highlight many travelers look forward to. Various local delicacies in different parts of Xinjiang are also worth trying, subject to the actual arrangements of the day.
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📋 7. What is included and not included in the fee—see clearly in advance
✅ Fee includes:
Round-trip train transportation and accommodation on the train
Transportation and accommodation for light luxury small groups of 16 to 22 people after landing
First admission tickets to scenic areas listed in the itinerary (subject to itinerary annotations)
Main meals and specialty meals after landing
Complimentary 2 airport pickups/drop-offs at the gathering place + 2 nights of high-end hotel accommodation at the gathering place
Services of professional photographers, support doctors, and elite tour leaders
VIP channel or direct shuttle services at some scenic areas, song-and-dance welcome at stations, and luggage services
❌ Fee does not include:
Personal consumption and self-funded items
This article does not repeatedly list the stops. Instead, it approaches from three angles: “who is this train suitable for,” “what the experience on board is really like,” and “what to prepare before departure,” helping you sort out the key information before making a decision. The prices and itinerary arrangements mentioned in this article are based on the 2027 departure information currently published by Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Additional costs arising from force majeure
(If a separate private room is needed, the contract agreement shall prevail)
Other expenses not listed in the itinerary
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing, ensuring information transparency and clear rights and responsibilities. All agreements are subject to the Contract Law, Tourism Law, and other relevant laws.
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❓ 8. Common questions before departure
🔹 Q:Where do we board?
Boarding is available in Guangzhou, Chongqing, Lanzhou, and Urumqi; alighting stations are Chongqing or Guangzhou, subject to the selected ticket.
🔹 Q:How is the signal on the train?
Some sections have weak signal while the train is moving. It is recommended to download offline maps and materials in advance.
🔹 Q:What about altitude sickness?
The itinerary involves the Pamir Plateau area (such as Taxkorgan and Karakul Lake), which is at a higher altitude. Support doctors are on the train. It is recommended to bring commonly used medicines and consult a doctor in advance if you have underlying medical conditions.
🔹 Q:Can children participate?
The itinerary notes “excluding young children.” Please consult customer service to confirm the specific child policy.
🔹 Q:Will the itinerary change due to weather?
In case of extreme weather, road conditions, or temporary closure of scenic areas, reasonable changes may be made to the itinerary with mutual agreement, subject to the contract.
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📞 9. How to register?
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. For consultation, contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency is a native of Xinjiang who has been deeply engaged in the Xinjiang tourism industry for more than ten years. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains, and is familiar with the full routes, road conditions and weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicle services, and tourist special trains, and is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche hidden gems, and tips for avoiding pitfalls. She can plan classic loops as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. Cheerful and humorous, she is good at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel trivialities, and being considerate and reliable throughout the trip. Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency always adheres to the principle of no-consumption itineraries with no consumption arrangements throughout the trip, rejecting hidden consumption, treating people with sincerity, and doing things professionally. No assembly-line itineraries—only comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, wholeheartedly letting every friend who comes from afar truly feel the vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang, and travel with peace of mind in beautiful Xinjiang.
For specific addresses and other information, please consult customer service.
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⚠ ️ Warm tips
The prices, departure dates, and itineraries described in this article are based on the information currently published by Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Actual operating conditions are subject to the railway department’s passenger transport adjustment order and the contract signed by both parties. Scenic area opening hours, ticket prices, flow control policies, etc. are subject to the daily announcements of each scenic area in 2026, and it is recommended to reconfirm before traveling. The information in this article is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment; specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
Wishing your journey to the Western Regions to be leisurely and abundant 🌄
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