New Southern Train Xiaoxiang 2026 Schedule and Registration Price

How to purchase tickets for the New Southern Train · Xiaoxianghao tourist train? The 2026 New Southern Train · Xiaoxianghao tourist train must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for booking and ticket purchase. It cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚂 2026 Southern Xiaoxianghao Xinjiang Panoramic Special Train Travel Guide
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang have similar concerns:The vast geographical span between northern and southern Xinjiang makes long car rides tiring, switching hotels and moving luggage in every city is troublesome, and planning itineraries, checking transportation, and booking tickets on your own is too time-consuming. The 2026 Southern Xiaoxianghao Xinjiang Panoramic Special Train is a long-distance travel product designed to address these pain points, allowing you to enjoy the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang without worrying about travel logistics.
📍 Basic Information and Features of the Special Train
This special train starts and ends at Guangzhou Baiyun Station. As an important comprehensive transportation hub in South China, the 2026 Guangzhou Baiyun Station has well-equipped facilities, including a dedicated waiting area for tour groups, making transfers and ticket checks smooth. Out-of-town tourists can also choose suitable transportation to reach the station for assembly.
Compared with regular Xinjiang travel products and ordinary tourist trains, the Xiaoxianghao special train has several unique advantages:
✅ The entire journey adopts a combination of ‘special train sleeper + local boutique hotel’ model. Large luggage can be left directly on the train berth, and when checking into local hotels, you only need to carry a small bag and change of clothes, avoiding repeated packing and moving of heavy luggage. This is very friendly for tourists with mobility issues or those who don’t want to carry heavy loads.
✅ The itinerary has a relaxed pace. Most long-distance travel is arranged during nighttime train rides, with daytime mainly for sightseeing. There’s no need to rush through attractions or waste time on daytime road commutes.
✅ Meal arrangements cater to the dietary preferences of southern tourists. In addition to local specialties, light and palatable dishes are also prepared, so you don’t need to worry about dietary discomfort.

🚂 2026 Southern Xiaoxianghao Xinjiang Panoramic Special Train Travel Guide✅ Medical staff are on duty with the group, so if tourists feel unwell, they can receive initial treatment promptly, making travel safer.
✅ Most fellow travelers are leisure tourists with ample time, similar age groups, and common interests, creating a relaxed travel atmosphere.
🛏 ️ Introduction to Special Train Carriage Compartments
The following compartment areas are typical reference values for similar tourist trains. Actual areas depend on the train’s actual configuration. Different room types suit different travel needs. The combination of special train sleeper and local boutique hotel ensures comfort and convenience:
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people. Typical area for similar room types is about 8-10 square meters. Good privacy, suitable for tourists with high accommodation standards.
Zhengxiangyuan 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room without private bathroom. Typical area for similar room types is about 6-7 square meters. Spacious, suitable for friends or family traveling together.
Zhengxiangyuan 4-Bed Room:Cost-effective four-bed room without private bathroom. Typical area for similar room types is about 7-8 square meters. Ample per-person space, suitable for groups traveling together.
Yuanxiangge 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable type without private bathroom. The compartment’s typical area is about 7-8 square meters. Budget-friendly, suitable for tourists with limited budgets.

Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang have similar concerns: the vast geographical span between northern and southern Xinjiang makes long car rides tiring, switching hotels and moving luggage in every city is troublesome, and planning itineraries, checking transportation, and booking tickets on your own is too time-consuming. The 2026 Southern Xiaoxianghao Xinjiang Panoramic Special Train is a long-distance travel product designed to address these pain points, allowing you to enjoy the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang without worrying about travel logistics.Yuanxiangge 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable type without private bathroom. The compartment’s typical area is about 7-8 square meters. Easy to access, suitable for tourists with mobility issues.
🗺 ️ Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official departure notice.
D1:Itinerary Details——Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the panoramic journey of the Western Regions; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the train route, reference stops: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying the scenery along the way; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the train route, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the heart of the Western Regions, experiencing the changing landscapes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahaidai Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit [Huiwangfu] and enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, then take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Urumqi

📍 Basic Information and Features of the Special TrainD6:Itinerary Details——Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, then take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun City in the morning, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, exploring the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Wucaitan] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset scenery, then take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals——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 [Nalati] Sky Grassland; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayinbuluke Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Bayin Town
D11:Itinerary Details——Depart from Bayin, take the scenic section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, then take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D12:Itinerary Details——Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Tashkurgan County
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Tashkurgan County, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [Baisha Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar

This special train starts and ends at Guangzhou Baiyun Station. As an important comprehensive transportation hub in South China, the 2026 Guangzhou Baiyun Station has well-equipped facilities, including a dedicated waiting area for tour groups, making transfers and ticket checks smooth. Out-of-town tourists can also choose suitable transportation to reach the station for assembly.D14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar’s ancient city, then take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals——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; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Korla
D16:Itinerary Details——Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning for the return journey; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the return train route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details——Train route reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, tourists disembark at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade 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 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
💰 Price Explanation
This special train has limited scheduled departures throughout the year (recommended 6 periods, miss and it’s gone), with departure dates on May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, and September 19. Reference prices are as follows (per person):
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person

Compared with regular Xinjiang travel products and ordinary tourist trains, the Xiaoxianghao special train has several unique advantages:Zhengxiangyuan 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room without private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiangyuan 4-Bed Room:Cost-effective four-bed room without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiangge 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable type without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiangge 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable type without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
Note:The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may vary by departure period, subject to the signed contract and real-time confirmation from customer service.
📝 Booking Process
1. First, confirm your intended departure date from the 6 periods above, and check the health status of travelers to ensure suitability for long-distance travel.
2. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service to inquire about availability and remaining room types for the corresponding period. You can also ask about itinerary details. Contact via phone or WeChat, and address information can also be obtained from customer service.

✅ The entire journey adopts a combination of ‘special train sleeper + local boutique hotel’ model. Large luggage can be left directly on the train berth, and when checking into local hotels, you only need to carry a small bag and change of clothes, avoiding repeated packing and moving of heavy luggage. This is very friendly for tourists with mobility issues or those who don’t want to carry heavy loads.3. After confirming the desired room type and traveler information, contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to submit traveler identity information and other registration materials.
4. After both parties confirm the itinerary, services, and cost details, sign a formal travel contract.
5. Pay the relevant fees as per the contract, complete registration, and wait for the staff to send the departure notice.
📌 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
🧾 Cost and Service Explanation
The following are standard reference items included and excluded:
Included Items Reference:

✅ The itinerary has a relaxed pace. Most long-distance travel is arranged during nighttime train rides, with daytime mainly for sightseeing. There’s no need to rush through attractions or waste time on daytime road commutes.Cost of the entire journey’s special train sleeper for the corresponding room type as marked in the itinerary, and local boutique hotel accommodation as marked.
All meal costs as marked in the itinerary.
Cost of first admission tickets for attractions listed in the itinerary.
Cost of regular tour bus transfers during local sightseeing.
Service fees for accompanying staff, guides, and medical personnel.
Cost of travel agency liability insurance.
Excluded Items Reference:
Transportation costs from the traveler’s residence to and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station.

✅ Meal arrangements cater to the dietary preferences of southern tourists. In addition to local specialties, light and palatable dishes are also prepared, so you don’t need to worry about dietary discomfort. Self-funded items and personal consumption not marked in the itinerary.
Related fees: For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
Remarks:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. In case of weather, road conditions, policies, attraction openings, or schedule changes, both parties can agree on reasonable itinerary modifications. All regulations are based on contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws.
👥 Suitable Participants
Retirees with ample time who want a slow-paced tour without rushing.
Tourists who cannot tolerate long car rides or are prone to motion sickness.
Tourists who want to visit core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without planning multiple outings.
Groups of friends or family traveling together who want a hassle-free trip without planning their own itinerary.
This special train has been well-received by many tourists. On one hand, the itinerary covers core attractions in eastern, northern, and southern Xinjiang, allowing one trip to visit most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang without multiple vacations. On the other hand, the full-service configuration is worry-free, eliminating the need to book transportation, hotels, or tickets, or frequently move luggage, making the travel experience more relaxed. Additionally, the departure periods are set from May to September when Xinjiang’s climate is comfortable and landscapes are rich, offering different natural scenery for tourists with various preferences.