Xiaoxiang 2026 Peak Season Tour, North South Xinjiang Loop Seats Limited Book Now
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to slowly enjoy the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, from economy to luxury options 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)
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities at once, but worried about the travel fatigue?
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ special train might be the ideal choice you’re looking for. This special train, departing from Guangzhou, takes a northern and southern Xinjiang loop route, focusing on a slow pace of ‘traveling by night and sightseeing by day,’ allowing you to rest on comfortable sleeper berths and explore during the day.
Currently, seats for the 2026 peak season are being released gradually, with some departure dates seeing enthusiastic registrations. If you have travel plans, it’s advisable to learn about them in advance.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:One loop tour of northern and southern Xinjiang
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is an 18-day loop route connecting the eastern, southern, northern, and western regions of Xinjiang. The itinerary covers core scenic spots like Hami Grand Sea Road, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar Ancient City, and the Pamir Plateau, linking snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, canyons, and Silk Road cultural landscapes.
✨ Core Advantages of the Itinerary
🚆 Special train travel, saving effort and worry:No need to change trains or berths throughout the journey, and large luggage can be stored on the train. It adopts a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model, allowing you to rest on the train and play during the day, especially suitable for tourists who prefer a slow-paced trip.
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities at once, but worried about the travel fatigue?🛌 Comfortable sleeper berths, thoughtful facilities:As one of the earlier senior-friendly comfort tourist trains in South China, the onboard facilities are well-considered.
Variety of room types:Offers double, triple, and quadruple rooms, some with private bathrooms.
Senior-friendly:Bathrooms are equipped with anti-slip floors, shower stools, accessible handrails, and SOS emergency call buttons.
Quiet and comfortable:Rooms feature soundproof design to ensure rest quality during the trip.
Rich entertainment:Includes a dining car and a multi-functional entertainment car (offering KTV, board games, etc.), and is equipped with a medical team to ensure travel health.
👨 👩👧👦 Relaxed pace, suitable for all ages:The itinerary is relatively relaxed, avoiding a ‘rushed’ check-in style, with low physical demands, making it suitable for family trips or groups of elderly travelers.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official travel notice.
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ special train might be the ideal choice you’re looking for. This special train, departing from Guangzhou, takes a northern and southern Xinjiang loop route, focusing on a slow pace of ‘traveling by night and sightseeing by day,’ allowing you to rest on comfortable sleeper berths and explore during the day.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 Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the special 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—Sightseeing along the special train route, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing regional scenery; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details—Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Grand Sea Road 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 [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 see 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 City in the morning, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore 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 [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
Currently, seats for the 2026 peak season are being released gradually, with some departure dates seeing enthusiastic registrations. If you have travel plans, it’s advisable to learn about them in advance.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 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
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 [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
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, from economy to luxury options 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)
D14: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
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 to officially start the return journey; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
🗺️ Route Highlights: One loop tour of northern and southern XinjiangD17:Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the special train route on the return trip, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details—Reference stops along the special train route: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers from various places get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Warm Home
💰 Prices and Departure Dates
Limited annual departure dates (6 recommended periods, don’t miss out)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price Table (Per Person Pricing)
Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-journey special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is an 18-day loop route connecting the eastern, southern, northern, and western regions of Xinjiang. The itinerary covers core scenic spots like Hami Grand Sea Road, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar Ancient City, and the Pamir Plateau, linking snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, canyons, and Silk Road cultural landscapes.Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High-value 4-person room, without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
> 📌 Warm Tips
> The above are reference prices; actual costs may vary due to factors such as berth, room type, season, and policies. Please confirm the final price with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency when registering, and the signed travel contract shall prevail.
📞 Registration Method
You can inquire and register for the ‘Xiaoxiang’ route through the following methods:
✨ Core Advantages of the ItineraryConsultation Phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat Consultation:181-3962-2233 (Please note ‘Xiaoxiang Consultation’ when adding)
Registration Cooperation:Can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to confirm the remaining seats and prices for the departure dates in advance before signing and paying.
📋 Fee and Service Description
Fees Include:Typically include special train sleeper berths, local hotel accommodation, scenic spot tickets and internal transportation within the itinerary, some meals, and travel agency liability insurance.
Fees Exclude:Personal expenses, self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary, and costs during free time.
Service Standards:Equipped with experienced guides and onboard service staff throughout the journey. The special train provides senior-friendly facilities and basic medical services. Specific service details are subject to the final itinerary and contract provided by the travel agency.
> 💡 Warm Tips
> Prices and departure dates of travel products may change; please confirm the latest information with the travel agency before registering. If the itinerary encounters force majeure factors such as weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist train tours, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
