2026 Travel Guide, New Southern Train Xiaoxiang Tour Schedule and Price Inquiry
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist special train to slowly enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various specifications from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 In 2026, if you plan to depart from Guangzhou and use a train to connect the highlights of Northwest China and Xinjiang, the ‘Decode the Western Regions’ Tianshan tour on the ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’ is an option worth focusing on.
This train emphasizes a slow pace of ‘traveling by night and sightseeing by day,’ turning long-distance travel into a comfortable mobile hotel, especially suitable for tourists who want a hassle-free tour and have requirements for accommodation comfort.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights and Experiences
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and Guangzhou Railway Group. The train body is mainly red, adorned with phoenix patterns, full of Hunan cultural characteristics. The train consists of about 17 carriages, with a capacity of over 260 people, offering double, triple, and quadruple rooms to meet the needs of different travel groups.
✨ Core Highlights:
Elderly-Friendly Design:The entire train has been modified for elderly convenience, equipped with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS call buttons, separate wet and dry shower areas, etc., making it very friendly for elderly travelers.
Hotel-Style Service:The train provides ‘butler-style’ service, and is equipped with a medical room, AED, and onboard doctors to ensure travel health.
Cultural Immersion:The carriages incorporate Hunan cultural elements such as Xiang embroidery and tea art, and regularly organize intangible cultural heritage experiences, song and dance activities, etc., making the journey not monotonous.
📸 Quick Overview of Scenery Along the Way:
🚂 In 2026, if you plan to depart from Guangzhou and use a train to connect the highlights of Northwest China and Xinjiang, the ‘Decode the Western Regions’ Tianshan tour on the ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’ is an option worth focusing on.Eastern Xinjiang Wonders:Hami Grand Sea Devil City, feel the uncanny workmanship of nature.
Northern Xinjiang Picturesque Scenery:The primitive forests and lakes of Kanas and Hemu, and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayinbuluke.
Western Frontier Secrets:The highland blue lake of Sayram Lake, the aerial grassland of Nalati.
Southern Xinjiang Charm:The Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the cultural charm of Kashgar Old City.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, passing stations, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official departure notice.
D1:Itinerary Details——Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station at about 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meal Arrangement——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the train route, passing stations for reference: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying the scenery along the way; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the train route, passing stations for reference: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing scenery; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
This train emphasizes a slow pace of ‘traveling by night and sightseeing by day,’ turning long-distance travel into a comfortable mobile hotel, especially suitable for tourists who want a hassle-free tour and have requirements for accommodation comfort.D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Grand Sea Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit [Hui Wang Fu], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Urumqi
D6:Itinerary Details——Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake of Tianshan] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun City early, go to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque scenery, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] Danxia landform, enjoy the sunset scenery, take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D9:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then go to [Bayinbuluke Grassland] to experience the magnificence of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Bayin Town
D11:Itinerary Details——Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D12:Itinerary Details——Depart from Kashgar, go to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grass Beach], stay overnight in Tashkurgan; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Tashkurgan
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Tashkurgan, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [White Sand Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar
🗺️ Route Highlights and ExperiencesD14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar Old City, take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D15:Itinerary Details——Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village], [Bosten Lake], experience the unique water town and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Korla
D16:Itinerary Details——Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning to officially return, starting the journey home; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the train route on the return trip, passing stations for reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details——Passing stations for reference: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers get off at nearby stations and return to their warm homes; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home
💰 Price and Tour Dates
Take a tourist special train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, various specifications from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended sessions, don’t miss out)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person Pricing)
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and Guangzhou Railway Group. The train body is mainly red, adorned with phoenix patterns, full of Hunan cultural characteristics. The train consists of about 17 carriages, with a capacity of over 260 people, offering double, triple, and quadruple rooms to meet the needs of different travel groups.Room Type Configuration Description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining the entire journey’s special train sleeper with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Suite:Luxury room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard Double Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard Quadruple Room:High cost-performance quadruple room, without bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quadruple Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quadruple Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
📌 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices for 2026. Actual costs may fluctuate due to factors such as departure dates and policies. Please refer to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
📝 Registration and Consultation
You can consult and register for the ‘Xiaoxiang’ route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
✨ Core Highlights:Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat Consultation:181-3962-2233 (Please note ‘Xiaoxiang Consultation’ when adding)
Registration Process:It is recommended to first communicate your preferred departure date and room type by phone or WeChat, confirm availability and price, then submit personal information and sign a formal travel contract.
📋 Fee and Service Description
Fees Include
Transportation:Round-trip sleeper berths on the special train and bus fees as indicated in the itinerary.
Accommodation:Sleeper berths on the special train and local hotel standard rooms as indicated in the itinerary.
Meals:Group meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First entrance tickets to the scenic spots listed in the itinerary (excluding internal transportation, optional activities, etc.).
Elderly-Friendly Design: The entire train has been modified for elderly convenience, equipped with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS call buttons, separate wet and dry shower areas, etc., making it very friendly for elderly travelers.Service:Travel agency service fees and onboard staff costs.
Fees Exclude
Personal transportation costs to and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station.
Meals and personal expenses not indicated in the itinerary (such as drinks, laundry, etc.).
Costs for internal transportation, cable cars, electric carts, etc., within scenic spots.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors and personal travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase on your own).
Service Description
Accommodation:If there is a single male or female traveler, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, a supplement is required, with the specific amount based on the contract.
Itinerary:Without reducing the number of scenic spots or lowering service standards, the travel agency may make reasonable changes to the itinerary based on actual circumstances.
：Please comply with the regulations of scenic spots and local areas. Elderly tourists or those with underlying medical conditions are advised to be accompanied by family members and bring commonly used medications.
> All specific arrangements and fee details are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist special trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
