2026 Xiaoxiang Tourist Train Pre sale and Booking Process Guide, May Registration Guide
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Southern Express Xiaoxiang Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
🚂 Want to experience a trip where ‘the train is your home, and the scenery is a painting’? Then start by learning how to ride the ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’!
💡 What is the ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’?
The ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’ is a Hunan-themed tourist special train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is positioned as a comfortable type, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends to travel slowly.
Core Features:‘Travel by night, sightsee by day, multiple scenic spots along one route.’ Rest on the special train at night, and explore destinations in depth during the day, saving you the fatigue of travel.
Senior-Friendly Design:The train is equipped with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS emergency buttons, AED, and a medical team on board, and uses noise-reduction technology to ensure your rest and safety.
Cultural Experience:The carriages are designed with the concept of a ‘mobile cultural living room,’ incorporating elements like Xiang embroidery and Hunan history, and feature a dining car and a multi-functional entertainment carriage where you can participate in activities like lacquer fan DIY and karaoke.
🗺 ️ Route Overview:18-Day Panoramic Xinjiang
The ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’ mainly offers the ‘Decoding the Western Regions · Tianshan Journey’ 18-day loop, connecting the highlights of Eastern, Northern, Western, and Southern Xinjiang, covering most of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic spots, and allowing you to experience diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons.
📌 Warm Tips
The following is a simplified itinerary. The special train route and station recommendations are for reference only. Please refer to the final tour notice for details.
The itinerary order, stations, and accommodation arrangements strictly follow the finalized version and have not been altered.
Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The special train route, passing stations, and time recommendations are for reference only. Please refer to the final tour notice for details.
🚂 Want to experience a trip where ‘the train is your home, and the scenery is a painting’? Then start by learning how to ride the ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’!D1:Itinerary Details——Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station at approximately 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the panoramic Western Regions journey; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
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 [Dahaidai 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 [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 [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 early, visit [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 landform, 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 early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then explore [Nalati] Sky 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 Secret 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 Grass Beach], and stay overnight in Taxkorgan County; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Taxkorgan County
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Taxkorgan 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
💡 What is the ‘Xiaoxiang 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 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 journey, passing stations for reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
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
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
The ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’ has limited annual departures; if you miss it, you’ll have to wait until next year. Specific prices and tour dates are as follows:
🗓 ️ Limited Annual Departures (6 Recommended)
May 10
May 30
June 22
July 11
August 19
September 19
The ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’ is a Hunan-themed tourist special train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is positioned as a comfortable type, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends to travel slowly.🛏 ️ Special Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person)
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-journey special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Suite:Luxury room type, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High cost-performance four-bed room, without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable type, without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable type, without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
📌 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices per person. Actual costs may vary depending on travel dates, berth selection, and other factors.
The final price, availability, and promotional policies are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
🎫 How to Register and Purchase Tickets?
Riding the ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’ usually involves two steps:First, register with a travel agency and sign a tourism contract, then the travel agency will handle the special train ticketing and local reception arrangements.
1. Choose a Reputable Travel Agency
You can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Core Features: ‘Travel by night, sightsee by day, multiple scenic spots along one route.’ Rest on the special train at night, and explore destinations in depth during the day, saving you the fatigue of travel.Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone:18095969599
WeChat:18095969599
2. Confirm Availability and Contract
Provide traveler information to the travel agency, and confirm your preferred departure date and room type.
Carefully read the contract terms regarding itinerary, inclusions/exclusions, cancellation and change policies, etc.
After mutual agreement, formally sign the tourism contract and make payment.
3. Prepare for Travel
Before departure, bring valid identification documents and other necessary items.
The travel agency usually sets up a WeChat group to release important information such as tour notices and meeting points. Please be sure to check it promptly.
📋 What Does the Fee Include?
The ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’ adopts a one-price model covering specified items in the itinerary. The fee typically includes the following major parts (specifics subject to your contract):
Main Transportation:Special train sleeper berth fee (including berth, air conditioning, basic services).
Senior-Friendly Design: The train is equipped with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS emergency buttons, AED, and a medical team on board, and uses noise-reduction technology to ensure your rest and safety.Accommodation:Special train sleeper berths and local hotels/inns as per the itinerary.
Meals:Group meals as specified in the itinerary.
Tickets:First admission tickets to the scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Transportation:Local tourist buses and scenic area transportation.
Services:Full-journey tour guide, travel butler, and on-board medical staff services.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance.
📌 Warm Tips
The fee typically does not include personal expenses (such as drinks, shopping), or items not mentioned in the itinerary.
For specific inclusions and exclusions, please refer to your tourism contract.
💡 Pre-Travel Preparation Checklist
1. Health Assessment: It is recommended to have a medical check-up before travel, especially for travelers with underlying conditions like cardiovascular diseases. Follow medical advice.
2. Clothing Preparation: Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, prepare thick jackets, sun-protective clothing, hats, etc.
3. Personal Items: Bring common medications, personal toiletries, chargers, thermos cups, etc.
4. Luggage Packing: It is recommended to prepare a carry-on suitcase and a soft bag for easy storage on the train. Keep valuables with you at all times.
5. Stay Connected: Note down the contact information of the travel agency and tour leader, and join the itinerary WeChat group to receive timely notifications.
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