Xinjiang Train Charter Tour Dates 2026 Xiaoxiang Hao 18 Day North and South Xinjiang from Guangzhou Official
No need to drive or travel far and wide. Take the Xinjiang tourist special train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. 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 start from Guangzhou and see both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip?
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ 18-day Xinjiang Panorama Special Train might be the answer you’re looking for.
This train adopts a ‘travel by night, play by day’ model, with no need to change berths throughout the journey, allowing you to sleep comfortably on the soft sleeper and wake up at a new scenic spot. The itinerary covers highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, including Hami Grand Sea of Death, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Kashgar Old City, especially suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly friends who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth tour.
🗺 ️ Quick Overview of Route Highlights
🚄 One train直达, no berth changes throughout
Uses a full soft-sleeper special train, with large luggage stored onboard, saving the hassle of frequent baggage handling.
👵 Age-friendly design for safer travel
Equipped with age-friendly facilities such as anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS call buttons, onboard doctors, and basic medical equipment, providing thoughtful protection for middle-aged and elderly passengers.
🏨 Train + Hotel, dual accommodation experience
10 nights on the special train sleeper combined with 7 nights in boutique hotels along the route, balancing comfort on the road with in-depth scenic experiences.
🎨 Diverse culture, exciting journey all the way
🚂 Want to start from Guangzhou and see both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip?The itinerary connects various landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities, and incorporates Silk Road cultural experiences like the Twelve Muqam and Instrument Village.
🎲 Onboard entertainment, no loneliness on the journey
The special train features a multi-functional carriage offering activities like KTV, board games, tea art, and intangible cultural heritage experiences to enrich your travel life.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official tour 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 en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the Western Regions panorama 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 heart of the Western Regions, experiencing the changing landscapes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit the [Grand Sea of Death Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landforms; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit [Huiwangfu], 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 [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
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ 18-day Xinjiang Panorama Special Train might be the answer you’re looking for.D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun 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
D9:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Yining in the morning, head to [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——Bayan Town
D11:Itinerary Details——Depart from Bayan, 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 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], [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——Board the special train from Korla Station in the morning for the official return journey; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the special train return route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
This train adopts a ‘travel by night, play by day’ model, with no need to change berths throughout the journey, allowing you to sleep comfortably on the soft sleeper and wake up at a new scenic spot. The itinerary covers highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, including Hami Grand Sea of Death, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Kashgar Old City, especially suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly friends who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth tour.D18:Itinerary Details——Reference stops: 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
💰 Price Description
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended periods, don’t miss out)
May 10
May 30
June 22
July 11
Take the tourist special 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 for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
August 19
September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person)
Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-journey special train sleeper with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience.
🗺️ Quick Overview of Route HighlightsXiaoxiang Suite:Luxury room type with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room without private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High-value four-person room without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
> 💡 Warm Tips
> The above are reference prices; actual costs may vary due to departure periods, policies, etc. 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:
Registration Inquiry:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Consultation Phone:181-3962-2233
🚄 One train直达, no berth changes throughoutWeChat Inquiry:181-3962-2233
> 💡 It is recommended to inquire early as special train seats are limited and popular departure periods tend to fill up quickly.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes
Transportation:Southern Special Train seat (including berth, air conditioning, hot water, etc.), and local tourist buses for sightseeing.
Accommodation:Full-journey special train sleeper and the listed hotel accommodations in the itinerary.
Meals:Group meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First admission tickets to the listed scenic spots and necessary internal shuttle transportation.
Services:Full-journey guide commentary, onboard staff service, and travel agency liability insurance.
Cost Excludes
Personal transportation costs to and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station.
Uses a full soft-sleeper special train, with large luggage stored onboard, saving the hassle of frequent baggage handling. Self-funded items and personal expenses not indicated in the itinerary (e.g., additional hotel consumption, laundry, etc.).
Additional costs due to force majeure factors such as traffic delays, weather, policy changes, etc.
Service Features
Age-friendly Service:The special train optimizes hardware facilities for middle-aged and elderly friends, equipped with onboard medical care, and a relatively relaxed itinerary pace.
Butler Service:Provides a ‘hotel butler + guide’ service model to assist you with various needs during the trip.
Cultural Experience:Onboard activities include tea art, intangible cultural heritage experiences, etc., making the journey more culturally rich.
> 💡 Warm Tips
> Specific service details may change with product updates. Please confirm with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency when registering, and the signed travel contract shall prevail.
💡 Travel Tips
Health Preparation:It is recommended that tourists with underlying conditions such as cardiovascular diseases consult a doctor before traveling and bring regular medications.
Luggage Preparation:It is recommended to bring a thick jacket to cope with the temperature difference between morning and evening in Xinjiang, and prepare sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, etc.
Registration Notes:Please provide true and accurate personal information when registering. If you cancel the trip for personal reasons, relevant costs will be handled according to the Tourism Law and contract terms.
Itinerary Changes:The travel agency may make reasonable changes to the itinerary based on factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening status, subject to agreement with you.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist special trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
