2026DeepTourofNorthernandSouthernXinjiang,XiaoxiangTrainScheduleofNewSouth
No need to drive or rush around—take Xinjiang’s tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, north and south. Choose from economy to luxury options. Professionally operated 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 for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons in one trip?
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ deep tour train for northern and southern Xinjiang might be the ‘mobile hotel + full tour guide’ solution tailored for you.
This long-distance cross-province train departing from Guangzhou focuses on ‘seeing sights by day, sleeping on the train by night,’ turning long-distance travel into part of the journey. The train uses a ‘hotel butler + quality guide’ model, with carriages adapted for seniors and equipped with a medical team, making it very friendly for family trips and elderly travelers.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:See the best of Xinjiang in one go
A key feature of ‘Xiaoxiang’ is the rhythm of ‘the train moves with you, you play while it stops.’ It connects representative landscapes of eastern, northern, and southern Xinjiang, covering over 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic spots in one trip, allowing you to enjoy diverse scenery without frequently changing accommodations.
Scenery along the way:
🏜 ️ Eastern Xinjiang Yardang:Hami Grand Sea Devil City, experience the wonders of nature.
🏔 ️ Northern Xinjiang Landscapes:The fairy-tale villages of Kanas and Hemu, the ‘plateau blue’ of Sayram Lake, the aerial grasslands of Nalati, and the picturesque beauty of Heavenly Lake Tianshan.
🕌 Southern Xinjiang Charm:The vibrant life of Kashgar Old City, the grandeur of the Pamir Plateau, and the unique cultural landscape of Lop Nur Village.
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons in one trip?📅 Simplified Itinerary
Friendly Reminder:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official departure 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, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start a panoramic Western Regions tour; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details—Scenic sightseeing along the train route, reference stops: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoy the scenery along the way; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details—Scenic sightseeing along the train route, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing landscapes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details—Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Grand Sea Devil City] to explore Yardang wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landforms; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
D5:Itinerary Details—Visit [Hami King’s Palace], 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 [Heavenly Lake 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; 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 wonders, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Jadengyu
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ deep tour train for northern and southern Xinjiang might be the ‘mobile hotel + full tour guide’ solution tailored for you.D8:Itinerary Details—Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, 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 plateau blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grasslands; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details—In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [Bayanbulak Grassland], 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 highlight section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious 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 Grassland], stay overnight in Taxian; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Taxian
D13:Itinerary Details—Depart from Taxian, 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
D15: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 return journey, starting the trip home; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
This long-distance cross-province train departing from Guangzhou focuses on ‘seeing sights by day, sleeping on the train by night,’ turning long-distance travel into part of the journey. The train uses a ‘hotel butler + quality guide’ model, with carriages adapted for seniors and equipped with a medical team, making it very friendly for family trips and elderly travelers.D17:Itinerary Details—Scenic sightseeing on the return train journey, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details—Train stops reference: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers disembark at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Warm Home
💰 Prices and Departure Dates
Limited annual departures (6 recommended, miss out if not taken)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train Room Types and Price List (per person)
Travel to beautiful Xinjiang on a tourist train, 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 for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Room Type Configuration Notes:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-trip train sleeper berths 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 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
🗺️ Route Highlights: See the best of Xinjiang in one goZhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High-value four-bed room, without bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
💡 Friendly Reminder
The above are reference prices for 2026; actual prices may fluctuate due to departure dates, policies, etc. Please refer to the formal contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 How to Register
You can inquire and register for the ‘Xiaoxiang’ deep tour of northern and southern Xinjiang through the following methods:
Registration Inquiry:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
A key feature of ‘Xiaoxiang’ is the rhythm of ‘the train moves with you, you play while it stops.’ It connects representative landscapes of eastern, northern, and southern Xinjiang, covering over 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic spots in one trip, allowing you to enjoy diverse scenery without frequently changing accommodations.📌 Please Note:Specific departure availability, prices, and final itinerary details are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Included Items (subject to contract)
Transportation:Train sleeper berths (based on selected room type), Xinjiang section tour bus.
Accommodation:Train sleeper berths and standard rooms at listed hotels along the itinerary.
Meals:Group meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First admission tickets to listed scenic spots (excluding internal transport and self-paid items).
Services:Full-tour guide service, travel agency liability insurance.
Excluded Items (subject to contract)
Scenery along the way: Round-trip transportation to Guangzhou (airfare/high-speed rail, etc.).
Personal expenses and meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
Internal transport, cable cars, boat rides, and other self-paid items within scenic spots.
Additional costs due to force majeure.
Service Features
Senior-Friendly Design:The train is equipped with senior-friendly facilities such as anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, emergency call buttons, and a medical team on board.
Butler Service:Provides a ‘hotel butler + guide’ service model to assist with various needs during the trip.
Cultural Experience:Experience Hunan embroidery and Huxiang culture exhibitions on the train, and participate in interactive activities like crafts and singing/dancing.
⚠ ️ Important Notes
Weather, road conditions, and scenic spot opening times mentioned in the itinerary may change; the travel agency can reasonably modify the itinerary after mutual agreement.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange shared accommodation; if not possible, a supplement is required, with the amount specified in the contract.
For more details on Xinjiang train tours, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
