Xinjiang Train Special 2026｜Xiaoxiang Departing from Guangzhou, 18 Days North and South Xinjiang, First Come First Served
No need to drive or rush around. Take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose from economy to luxury options. Professionally operating Xinjiang 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 get free detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 Want to start from Guangzhou and see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, without the hassle of constant travel and frequent hotel and transport changes?
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ Xinjiang train tour might be the slow travel solution tailored for you. This 18-day journey focuses on ‘sleeping on the train at night, visiting attractions during the day,’ connecting iconic landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Kashgar Old City, allowing you to easily experience diverse scenery of snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights at a Glance
🚄 One Train Direct, No Changes Throughout
Using the ‘Southern Train·Xiaoxiang’ tourist train, departing from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, no train changes throughout the journey. Large luggage can be stored on the train, saving effort and worry.
🌙 Travel by Night, Tour by Day, Comfortable and Worry-Free
Adopting a ‘night travel, day tour’ model, allowing you to rest comfortably on the train and be energetic for daytime sightseeing.
👨 👩👧👦 Senior-Friendly, Thoughtful Care
The train incorporates many senior-friendly details in design and service, such as anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, emergency call buttons, onboard doctors, and basic medical equipment (AED, oxygen bags, etc.), along with butlers, guides, and medical teams to provide attentive support for passengers.
🎲 Rich Entertainment, No Boredom on the Journey
🚂 Want to start from Guangzhou and see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, without the hassle of constant travel and frequent hotel and transport changes?The train features a multi-functional entertainment carriage offering tea ceremonies, song and dance, intangible cultural heritage experiences, karaoke, chess and card games, making the journey fun and easy for socializing.
🏨 Train + Hotel, Dual Experience
The itinerary combines the convenience of the special train with the comfort of boutique hotels along the route. Stay in local hotels in Hami, Urumqi, Kanas, Nalati, Bayin Town, Tashkurgan, Kashgar, Korla, and other places for a more local accommodation experience.
📸 Northern and Southern Xinjiang Grand Loop, See It All at Once
The route covers highlights of Eastern Xinjiang (Hami Grand Canyon), Northern Xinjiang (Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati), Western Xinjiang (Ili Valley), and Southern Xinjiang (Kashgar, Pamir Plateau), allowing you to experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes and cultural customs.
📅 Simple Itinerary
Warm Tips:Train routes, stops, and times are for reference only. The final details will be based on 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, Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the Western Regions panorama tour; 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 Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing regional scenery; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ Xinjiang train tour might be the slow travel solution tailored for you. This 18-day journey focuses on ‘sleeping on the train at night, visiting attractions during the day,’ connecting iconic landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Kashgar Old City, allowing you to easily experience diverse scenery of snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities.D4:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Grand Canyon Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonder and experience the unique Western Regions landform; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Hami
D5:Itinerary Details – Visit [Prince’s Mansion], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, 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 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; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Beitun City early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonderland, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals – 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; Meals – 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; 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 – Bayin Town
D11:Itinerary Details – Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, 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], 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], 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, take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
🗺️ Route Highlights at a GlanceD15:Itinerary Details – Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village], [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 for the official return journey, starting the trip home; Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation – Southern Special Train
D17: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
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
Limited Annual Departures (Recommended 6, Miss Out If Not Booked)
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, choose from economy to luxury options. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer service manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free detailed itinerary and train introduction).
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.
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
🚄 One Train Direct, No Changes ThroughoutZhengxiangyuan 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room, no private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiangyuan 4-Bed Room:High-value 4-bed room, no private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiangge 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable, no private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiangge 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable, no private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
💡 Warm Tips
The above are current reference prices. Actual prices may fluctuate due to departure dates, policies, etc. Please refer to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at the time of booking.
📞 How to Book
Booking Inquiry:Can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
24-Hour Hotline:181-3962-2233 (Phone/WeChat same number)
Booking Process:
1. Inquire about departure dates and availability by phone or WeChat.
Using the ‘Southern Train·Xiaoxiang’ tourist train, departing from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, no train changes throughout the journey. Large luggage can be stored on the train, saving effort and worry.2. Confirm traveler information and selected room type.
3. Submit required documents and pay a deposit or full payment.
4. Sign an electronic travel contract supervised by the national cultural and tourism department.
5. Receive the departure notice and gather on time for departure.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes
Transportation:Seat on the Southern Train·Xiaoxiang special train (including berth, air conditioning, hot water, etc.), and local tourist buses as per the itinerary.
Accommodation:Sleeper berths on the special train and standard rooms at boutique hotels in cities listed in the itinerary (two people per room).
Meals:Group meals as indicated in the itinerary (breakfast, main meals).
Tickets:First entrance tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary and necessary internal shuttle buses.
🌙 Travel by Night, Tour by Day, Comfortable and Worry-FreeServices:Full-tour guide commentary, 24-hour travel butler, basic onboard medical services.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance.
Costs Exclude
Personal transportation costs to and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station.
Meals and personal expenses not mentioned in the itinerary (e.g., drinks, laundry, phone calls, etc.).
Costs incurred due to personal reasons.
Travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase separately).
Service Description
Train times, stops, hotels, etc., mentioned in the itinerary may change due to various factors. Specific arrangements are subject to the departure notice and on-site guide instructions.
For solo travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, a supplement is required, with the specific amount based on the contract.
In case of force majeure (e.g., weather, policies), both parties can negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary.
All service and cost details are subject to the travel contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
For more details on Xinjiang train tours, contact customer service manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free detailed itinerary and train introduction).
