Xiaoxiang 2026 Departure Date Guangzhou to Xinjiang Special Train 18 Days South and North Xinjiang
No need to drive or travel back and forth. Take the Xinjiang tourist 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)
🚂 A train spanning from east to west across China, departing from the bustling Guangzhou in Lingnan, heading west all the way to beautiful Xinjiang. This “Xiaoxiang” special train connects the crystal-clear Tianchi Lake of the Tianshan Mountains, the mysterious Kanas, the azure Sailimu Lake, and the vibrant Kashgar Old City, allowing you to experience a magnificent panorama of northern and southern Xinjiang in 18 days.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:Why Choose Xiaoxiang?
1. Hassle-free, Travel by Night and Tour by Day
Adopting a “travel by night, tour by day” model, you can rest in comfortable sleeper berths and tour energetically during the day. The train does not change cars or berths throughout the journey, and large luggage can be stored on the train, saving you the trouble of frequently moving luggage.
2. Comfortable, Designed for Seniors
As the first senior-friendly comfortable tourist train in South China, “Xiaoxiang” fully considers the needs of middle-aged and elderly passengers in its design and service:
🛌 Senior-friendly Facilities:The carriages have been renovated for senior use, equipped with non-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS emergency call buttons, etc. Some room types also have bathrooms.
🩺 Medical Support:The train has a medical room equipped with AED, oxygen generators, etc., and has a doctor on board to provide basic medical services such as blood pressure measurement.
3. Mobile Hotel, Full of Activities
The train itself is a “mobile hotel + living room,” with complete facilities and rich activities:
🚪 Various Room Types:Offers double, triple, and quadruple rooms to meet different travel needs.
🚂 A train spanning from east to west across China, departing from the bustling Guangzhou in Lingnan, heading west all the way to beautiful Xinjiang. This “Xiaoxiang” special train connects the crystal-clear Tianchi Lake of the Tianshan Mountains, the mysterious Kanas, the azure Sailimu Lake, and the vibrant Kashgar Old City, allowing you to experience a magnificent panorama of northern and southern Xinjiang in 18 days.🎲 Rich Entertainment:Features KTV, chess and card rooms, multi-functional activity areas, and regularly organizes activities like tea ceremonies and intangible cultural heritage experiences.
🍽 ️ Culinary Experience:The dining car provides specialties such as Hunan cuisine and Northwest flavors based on the stops along the route.
4. Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, See It All at Once
The 18-day itinerary covers the core attractions of eastern, southern, northern, and western Xinjiang, allowing you to appreciate the diverse scenery of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities all at once.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official trip 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 on the way to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the journey to the Western Regions; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: 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
D3: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 regional scenery; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahai 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
🗺️ Route Highlights: Why Choose Xiaoxiang?D6: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, 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 scenery, 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
D9:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Yining in the morning, visit [Sailimu Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then tour [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Bayan Town
D11:Itinerary Details——Depart from Bayan, take the scenic section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan 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 Grassland], and stay overnight in Tashkurgan; Meals——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], and return to Kashgar city; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine 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
1. Hassle-free, Travel by Night and Tour by DayD17:Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the 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: 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 (6 recommended, don’t miss out)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train Room Types and Price Table (Per Person)
Room Configuration Description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Take the tourist 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)
Xiaoxiang Suite:Luxury room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard Double Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard Quadruple Room:High cost-performance quadruple room, without bathroom｜42999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quadruple Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable, without bathroom｜17999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quadruple Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable, without bathroom｜19999 RMB/person
Adopting a “travel by night, tour by day” model, you can rest in comfortable sleeper berths and tour energetically during the day. The train does not change cars or berths throughout the journey, and large luggage can be stored on the train, saving you the trouble of frequently moving luggage.💡 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices. Actual costs may vary due to factors such as departure dates and policies. Please confirm the final price with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency before signing the contract, and the signed travel contract shall prevail.
📞 Registration Method
You can inquire and register for the “Xiaoxiang” Xinjiang special train through the following methods:
Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat Consultation:181-3962-2233
Registration Unit:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Registration Process:
1. Call or WeChat to inquire about departure dates, prices, and availability.
2. Submit your name, valid ID number, contact information, and preferred departure date.
3. Confirm itinerary details, sign an electronic travel contract supervised by the national cultural and tourism department, and pay the fee.
2. Comfortable, Designed for Seniors4. Receive the trip notice and prepare for travel as instructed.
📋 Fee and Service Description
Fees Include
Transportation:Round-trip sleeper berths on the Southern special train and bus fees as indicated in the itinerary.
Accommodation:Train sleeper berths and standard rooms at hotels listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary (excluding internal transportation, optional activities, etc.).
Services:Full-tour guide commentary, travel agency liability insurance, and travel accident insurance.
Fees Exclude
Personal transportation costs to and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station.
Meals and personal expenses not specified in the itinerary.
As the first senior-friendly comfortable tourist train in South China, “Xiaoxiang” fully considers the needs of middle-aged and elderly passengers in its design and service: Costs for internal transportation, cable cars, battery cars, etc., within scenic areas.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
Service Description
Team Model:Adopts a “hotel butler + professional guide” service model, providing assistance throughout the journey.
Senior-friendly Services:The train is equipped with senior-friendly facilities and has a doctor on board to provide basic medical services.
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure factors such as weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary.
Room Sharing Explanation:For solo travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, a supplement is required, with specific fees based on the contract.
💡 Travel Preparation Suggestions
Clothing:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, a thick jacket is needed. It is recommended to bring long sleeves, long pants, a windbreaker, etc., and prepare sun-protective clothing and hats.
Sun Protection and Moisturizing:Xinjiang has strong sunlight and dry air. Please bring high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, lip balm, moisturizing cream, and other skincare products.
Medication:It is recommended to bring personal medications (e.g., blood pressure medication, heart medication), motion sickness medicine, cold medicine, and gastrointestinal medicine.
Documents:Please bring the original valid ID document for travel. Children should bring their household registration booklet.
Luggage:Space on the train is limited. It is recommended to bring a carry-on suitcase and a backpack. Large luggage can be stored on the train.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
