Xiaoxiang 18 Days South North Xinjiang 2026 Guangzhou Departure Xinjiang Special Train Annual Hot Route
No need to drive or travel back and forth. Take the Xinjiang tourist special train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options 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).
🚂 What would it be like when a train makes ‘home’ on the tracks, focusing on only one thing for 18 days—taking you on a slow tour of northern and southern Xinjiang?
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ 18-day northern and southern Xinjiang special train is tailor-made for those seeking comfort and depth. Departing from Guangzhou, it heads west, taking in views of snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons. This trip is designed for tourists who prefer a ‘slow pace, less hassle,’ especially suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly friends who want a worry-free trip.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:Mobile Comfort Hotel
🌙 Travel by night, explore by day, easy and not tiring
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ mode. You can rest in comfortable sleeper berths, arrive at a new destination in the morning, and energetically engage in the day’s itinerary, avoiding the fatigue of travel.
🛌 Full Sleeper Berths, Senior-Friendly Design
The special train is hailed as a ‘mobile comfort hotel,’ with in-car facilities fully considering the needs of long-distance travel:
Various Room Types:Offers double, triple, and quadruple rooms to meet different travel combinations.
Thoughtful Configurations:Some rooms are equipped with bathrooms, and the entire train emphasizes anti-slip, noise reduction, and convenience.
Guarantee:Equipped with a medical room, onboard doctor, and basic medical equipment to safeguard your health.
🚂 What would it be like when a train makes ‘home’ on the tracks, focusing on only one thing for 18 days—taking you on a slow tour of northern and southern Xinjiang?🎉 Vibrant Life on the Train
The train itself is part of the journey, with rich activities making time never dull:
Cultural Experiences:Regularly hosts activities like tea ceremonies, traditional Chinese dance, and intangible cultural heritage handicrafts.
Entertainment Facilities:Features KTV and chess/card rooms for you to gather with travel companions.
Local Flavors:The dining car changes its menu based on regional specialties along the route, allowing you to taste authentic flavors.
🏞 ️ Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, All in One View
The itinerary centers on the Tianshan Mountains, connecting key attractions in Eastern, Northern, and Southern Xinjiang, such as the Hami Grand Canyon Devil City, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kashgar Old City, letting you experience Xinjiang’s diverse natural scenery and cultural customs.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, passing stations, and times are for reference only; the final group notice shall prevail.
D1:Itinerary Details—Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting a panoramic journey of the Western Regions; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ 18-day northern and southern Xinjiang special train is tailor-made for those seeking comfort and depth. Departing from Guangzhou, it heads west, taking in views of snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons. This trip is designed for tourists who prefer a ‘slow pace, less hassle,’ especially suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly friends who want a worry-free trip.D2: Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the special train route, passing stations for reference: 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, passing stations for reference: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the heart of the Western Regions, experiencing the changing regional landscapes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details—Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit the [Grand Canyon Devil City] to explore the unique Yardang landforms, experiencing the distinctive Western Region terrain; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
D5:Itinerary Details—Visit the [Hami King’s Palace], 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 capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore the [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Region 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, exploring the picturesque landscapes, 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 [Sayram 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 Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
🗺️ Route Highlights: Mobile Comfort HotelD12: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 local 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], [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], experiencing the unique water town and folk customs of southern Xinjiang; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Korla
D16:Itinerary Details—Board 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 special train route on the return trip, passing stations for reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Take a tourist special train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, with various options from economy to luxury available. 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).
D18:Itinerary Details—Passing stations for reference: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40. Passengers from various locations get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Warm Home
💰 Price Description
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended sessions, miss out if not booked)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
🌙 Travel by night, explore by day, easy and not tiringSpecial Train Room Types and Price Table (Per Person Pricing)
Room Configuration Description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-trip special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium 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-value quadruple room without bathroom｜42999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quadruple Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style without bathroom｜17999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quadruple Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style without bathroom｜19999 RMB/person
💡 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices for 2026; actual costs may fluctuate due to departure dates, policies, etc. The final contract shall prevail.
For single travelers, we will try our best to arrange shared accommodation; if not possible, a supplement is required, with the specific amount based on the contract.
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ mode. You can rest in comfortable sleeper berths, arrive at a new destination in the morning, and energetically engage in the day’s itinerary, avoiding the fatigue of travel.📞 Registration Method
Registration Inquiry:You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233 (Same number for phone and WeChat).
Contract Signing and Payment:After both parties confirm the itinerary and price, sign a formal travel contract and make payment.
Obtain Materials:After signing, you will receive a detailed ‘Group Departure Notice’ and related documents.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes
Transportation:Round-trip sleeper berths on the special train and bus fees as specified in the itinerary.
Accommodation:Sleeper berths on the special train and standard rooms at hotels listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Group meals as specified in the itinerary.
🛌 Full Sleeper Berths, Senior-Friendly DesignTickets:First entrance tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary (excluding self-funded items within scenic areas).
Service:Full-trip tour guide service and travel agency liability insurance.
Cost Excludes
Personal round-trip transportation costs to Guangzhou.
Meals and personal expenses not mentioned in the itinerary.
Costs for internal transportation, cable cars, entertainment projects, etc., within scenic areas.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
Service Features
Professional Team:Equipped with experienced guides and ‘butler-style’ service staff.
Senior-Friendly Care:Basic medical facilities on the train, focusing on health during long-distance travel.
Transparent Spending:Consumption points involved in the itinerary will be informed in advance, and you can choose voluntarily.
> Please Note:In case of changes in weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area opening hours, etc., both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. Specific arrangements are subject to the group notice and contract.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist special trains, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
