2026 Xiaoxiang Luxury Tourist Train from Guangzhou Price
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Southern Xiaoxiang Tour Train? The New Southern Xiaoxiang Tour Train tickets can only be purchased through the professional railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour ☎TEL: 0991-8585456) WeChat Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 How much does the 2026 Xiaoxiang luxury tour train departing from Guangzhou cost? A new slow travel experience spanning 15,000 kilometers.
In today’s fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers are seeking a travel style that is ‘slow-paced, deep-sighted, and stable-staying.’ In 2026, the ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’ tour train, with the concept of a ‘mobile cultural living room,’ departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, connecting the core scenic spots of northern and southern Xinjiang over 18 days, while incorporating Hunan cultural elements to create a deep travel experience that combines comfort, cultural richness, and age-friendly design.
📍 Detailed introduction to the route or destination
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is jointly created by Hunan Tourism Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is a high-end tour train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, guided tours, and cultural experiences. The train has 17 carriages with a capacity of about 264 people. Its interior decoration incorporates Hunan cultural symbols such as Xiang embroidery, tea art, and intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, making it a mobile cultural exhibition space during the journey.
The itinerary covers the essence of Xinjiang: from Kanas Lake, Hemu Ancient Village, Nalati Grassland, and Bayinbuluke’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns in northern Xinjiang, to Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, and Taxian County’s charm in southern Xinjiang, and then to Hami Devil City, Turpan’s Jiaohe Ancient City (in some groups), Korla’s Lop Nur Village, and Bosten Lake in eastern Xinjiang, basically encompassing Xinjiang’s top natural and cultural landscapes. The entire journey adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, exploring scenic spots during the day and sleeping in the train’s private compartments at night, reducing the hassle of frequent hotel changes, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within the painting.’
Please note that the specific itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, subject to mutual agreement between both parties.
🗓 ️ Simplified itinerary (presented based on local facts)
🚂 How much does the 2026 Xiaoxiang luxury tour train departing from Guangzhou cost? A new slow travel experience spanning 15,000 kilometersWarm tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final departure notice shall prevail.
Day 1: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 panoramic journey of the Western Regions; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 2: Itinerary details—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
Day 3:Itinerary details—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
Day 4: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
Day 5:Itinerary details—Visit [Huiwangfu], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Urumqi
Day 6:Itinerary details—Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
In today’s fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers are seeking a travel style that is ‘slow-paced, deep-sighted, and stable-staying.’ In 2026, the ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’ tour train, with the concept of a ‘mobile cultural living room,’ departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, connecting the core scenic spots of northern and southern Xinjiang over 18 days, while incorporating Hunan cultural elements to create a deep travel experience that combines comfort, cultural richness, and age-friendly design.Day 7:Itinerary details—Arrive in Beitun early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Jadengyu
Day 8:Itinerary details—Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset views, and take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 9:Itinerary details—Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then explore [Nalati] sky grassland; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
Day 10: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
Day 11:Itinerary details—Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 12:Itinerary details—Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grass Beach], and stay overnight in Taxian County; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Taxian County
Day 13:Itinerary details—Depart from Taxian County, experience [Home visits with various ethnic groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Kashgar
📍 Detailed introduction to the route or destinationDay 14:Itinerary details—Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
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Day 15: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
Day 16:Itinerary details—Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning for the official return journey, starting the trip home; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 17:Itinerary details—Sightseeing along the return train route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Day 18:Itinerary details—Reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers get off at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation—Warm home
💰 Price description (presented based on local facts)
Annual limited departures (6 recommended sessions, miss and gone):
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is jointly created by Hunan Tourism Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is a high-end tour train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, guided tours, and cultural experiences. The train has 17 carriages with a capacity of about 264 people. Its interior decoration incorporates Hunan cultural symbols such as Xiang embroidery, tea art, and intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, making it a mobile cultural exhibition space during the journey.May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special train room types and price list (per person pricing):
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Luxury room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:High cost-performance quadruple room, without bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person upper berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person lower berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
The itinerary covers the essence of Xinjiang: from Kanas Lake, Hemu Ancient Village, Nalati Grassland, and Bayinbuluke’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns in northern Xinjiang, to Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, and Taxian County’s charm in southern Xinjiang, and then to Hami Devil City, Turpan’s Jiaohe Ancient City (in some groups), Korla’s Lop Nur Village, and Bosten Lake in eastern Xinjiang, basically encompassing Xinjiang’s top natural and cultural landscapes. The entire journey adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, exploring scenic spots during the day and sleeping in the train’s private compartments at night, reducing the hassle of frequent hotel changes, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within the painting.’> Note:The above prices are reference quotes for 2026. Actual costs may vary due to factors such as departure date and room availability. The specific details are subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration method
Travelers interested in learning about or booking the ‘Xiaoxiang’ 2026 Xinjiang Panoramic 18-Day Tour can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📞 Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2229 (Manager Guo Jing)
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ℹ️ Cost and service description
The cost includes special train sleeper accommodation, local boutique hotels, all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner as indicated in the itinerary), first admission tickets to scenic spots, local transportation, guided tour services, and onboard medical support. The train is equipped with a dedicated dining car, a ‘Drunk Xiaoxiang’ multi-functional entertainment carriage (including KTV, reading area, medical room), 24-hour butler service, and some room types feature separate wet and dry bathrooms and smart temperature control systems.
The itinerary does not include shopping stops, focusing on a balance between sightseeing and rest. However, please note: specific service content, hotel standards, scenic spot arrangements, etc., are all subject to the actual signed contract and departure notice. In case of force majeure or temporary closure of scenic spots, the travel agency will make reasonable adjustments to the itinerary based on mutual agreement with the tourists.
This 18-day journey is not just a geographical crossing but also an immersive physical and mental retreat. If you want to say goodbye to rushed tourism and embrace the vastness and diversity of Xinjiang with a more relaxed attitude, consider this ‘Xiaoxiang’ luxury special train departing from Guangzhou. Spaces are limited, so it is recommended to inquire and confirm as soon as possible.
2026 New Southern Xiaoxiang Tour Train Ticketing Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour ☎TEL: 0991-8585456) WeChat Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase
