Xiaoxiang Official Ticket Booking Channels, Guangzhou Departure Official Website Purchase Steps and Registration Process Breakdown
How to buy the 2026 Xiaoxiang Tour Train? For the Xiaoxiang Tour Train from Guangzhou to Xinjiang, tickets must be purchased through the professional and regular railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting Guo Jing, Manager of the Xiaoxiang Southern Train Department, via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚞 For those who want to enjoy the core scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go in 2026 without worrying about route planning, scrambling for scenic spot reservations, or switching between various modes of transport, consider the Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Train. This train connects over ten representative landscapes in eastern, northern, and southern Xinjiang, stopping as you go. The sleeper berths follow the itinerary, so you don’t need to repeatedly pack and unpack, and the room types cater to different travel needs, satisfying various groups.
🌄 Route or Destination Details
This train covers a rich variety of landscapes, from the yardang landforms in eastern Xinjiang to the alpine lakes, grasslands, and ancient villages in northern Xinjiang, and the plateau lakes, ancient cities, and culture in southern Xinjiang. You can experience the scenic differences of different regions in one trip without multiple visits to Xinjiang.
The Dahaidao Devil City in eastern Xinjiang is a rare yardang landform cluster in China. In 2026, Shanshan County has introduced new regulations prohibiting unauthorized entry into undeveloped areas, requiring advance applications to multiple departments. Traveling with this train ensures all approval processes are arranged in advance, so you don’t need to prepare materials yourself and can legally explore the unique yardang wonders. On the return trip, you can also visit the Prince’s Mansion and enjoy the intangible cultural heritage performance of the Twelve Muqam, experiencing local cultural features.
The Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area in northern Xinjiang will be open from 8:00 to 19:00 in summer and autumn 2026. Besides the main lake, there are attractions like Qianlongyuan Trail, Feilongtan, and Mayashan. The train itinerary allocates ample time for sightseeing, allowing you to choose spots based on your interests. Later, the Kanas and Hemu scenic areas will implement a reservation system during peak season in 2026, with private vehicles generally not allowed. The train will arrange shuttle buses and complete ticket reservations in advance, so you won’t miss out. The Sayram Lake, known as the plateau blue lake, and the Nalati Sky Grassland also require advance reservations in 2026, all handled by the travel agency, so you don’t need to compete for tickets yourself.
The itinerary includes a tour of the essential section of the Duku Highway, expected to open in early June 2026, allowing vehicles with 7 seats or fewer. The local shuttle buses arranged by the train meet the requirements, letting you enjoy the unique scenery of this highway crossing the Tianshan Mountains. Afterwards, you can visit the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon to experience the stunning red-layer canyon.
In southern Xinjiang, you’ll head to the Pamir Plateau, visiting Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grass Beach, and engage in folk interactions with various ethnic groups. Then, return to Kashgar city to explore the Old City, Id Kah Mosque, and Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb, deeply experiencing the local cultural atmosphere. Finally, head to Korla to visit the Lop Nur Village and Bosten Lake, experiencing the unique water town style of southern Xinjiang.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
🚞 For those who want to enjoy the core scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go in 2026 without worrying about route planning, scrambling for scenic spot reservations, or switching between various modes of transport, consider the Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Train. This train connects over ten representative landscapes of eastern, northern, and southern Xinjiang, stopping as you go. The sleeper berths follow the itinerary, so you don’t need to repeatedly pack and unpack, and the room types cater to different travel needs, satisfying various groups.Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the 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, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start the panoramic journey of the Western Regions; Meals: None; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details: Sightseeing along the train route, with 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: Sightseeing along the train route, with reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching 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 [Dahaidao Devil City] to explore the yardang wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Hami
D5:Itinerary Details: Visit [Prince’s Mansion], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Urumqi
D6:Itinerary Details: Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to enjoy 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
D7:Itinerary Details: Arrive in Beitun early, 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
🌄 Route or Destination DetailsD8:Itinerary Details: Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset scenery, and 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 early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the plateau blue lake scenery, then tour [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 essential section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, and 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 Grass Beach], and stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
D13:Itinerary Details: Depart from Tashkurgan County, experience folk interactions to feel local life, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details: Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb], 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
D15:Itinerary Details: Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake], experiencing 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 to officially start the return journey; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
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This train covers a rich variety of landscapes, from the yardang landforms in eastern Xinjiang to the alpine lakes, grasslands, and ancient villages in northern Xinjiang, and the plateau lakes, ancient cities, and culture in southern Xinjiang. You can experience the scenic differences of different regions in one trip without multiple visits to Xinjiang.D17:Itinerary Details: Sightseeing along the return train route, with 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, passengers get off at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Warm Home
💰 Price Description
Annual Limited Departures (Recommended 6 sessions, miss out if not taken)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person)
Room Configuration Description:Different room types cater to different travel needs, combining sleeper berths on the special train with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Luxury room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, good privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
The Dahaidao Devil City in eastern Xinjiang is a rare yardang landform cluster in China. In 2026, Shanshan County has introduced new regulations prohibiting unauthorized entry into undeveloped areas, requiring advance applications to multiple departments. Traveling with this train ensures all approval processes are arranged in advance, so you don’t need to prepare materials yourself and can legally explore the unique yardang wonders. On the return trip, you can also visit the Prince’s Mansion and enjoy the intangible cultural heritage performance of the Twelve Muqam, experiencing local cultural features.Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High-value 4-bed room, without bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable, without bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable, without bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
Note:The above are reference prices. Actual prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation, may vary by departure, and are based on the signed contract.
📝 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Contact number:181-3962-2229, same as WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Specific address can be obtained from customer service.
🔍 Cost and Service Description
The Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area in northern Xinjiang will be open from 8:00 to 19:00 in summer and autumn 2026. Besides the main lake, there are attractions like Qianlongyuan Trail, Feilongtan, and Mayashan. The train itinerary allocates ample time for sightseeing, allowing you to choose spots based on your interests. Later, the Kanas and Hemu scenic areas will implement a reservation system during peak season in 2026, with private vehicles generally not allowed. The train will arrange shuttle buses and complete ticket reservations in advance, so you won’t miss out. The Sayram Lake, known as the plateau blue lake, and the Nalati Sky Grassland also require advance reservations in 2026, all handled by the travel agency, so you don’t need to compete for tickets yourself.The cost includes the sleeper berth fee for the corresponding room type on the special train, local hotel accommodation as indicated in the itinerary, meals as indicated, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, local shuttle transport, guide service, and travel accident insurance.
The cost does not include self-funded amusement projects within scenic spots, personal expenses, other costs not indicated in the itinerary, and additional costs due to force majeure, which will be negotiated between both parties.
Weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, and departure changes may occur. Both parties can agree on reasonable itinerary changes, subject to actual consultation and contract.
All travel-related rights and responsibilities are governed by contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws. Cancellation and modification rules follow tourism law regulations.
💡 Travel Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring warm clothing like windbreakers and light down jackets, and take sun protection measures with sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen lotion.
Traveling to border areas like the Pamir Plateau in 2026 requires an electronic border pass in advance. You can apply online via the ‘Immigration 12367’ app or WeChat/Alipay mini-programs, selecting the appropriate travel area. Carry valid ID and the electronic pass for inspection.
The train itinerary is long, so prepare common medicines, portable power banks, and leisure items to enhance comfort. If you have special dietary needs, communicate with the travel agency in advance to accommodate them.
Some sections of the Duku Highway have weak mobile signals. Download offline maps before departure to record scenery in areas with poor signals.
Self-funded projects in scenic spots are optional with no mandatory consumption. Inquire about prices beforehand to avoid unnecessary complaints.
2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Customized Travel Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
