Southern Express Xiaoxiang Xinjiang North South Full Territory May September Plan
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xiaoxiang Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
“2026 Southern Express In-Depth Experience Guide:A Moving Scenic Route Across the North and South”
🚂 Route Highlights:A Moving Observation Deck Across the North and South
As a special tourist train connecting South China and the Northwest, the Southern Express has been upgraded in 2026 with a focus on “slow travel + depth,” linking the highlights of five provinces and regions: Guangdong, Hunan, Shaanxi, Gansu, and Xinjiang. The train features a panoramic observation car design, with each car equipped with viewing windows and a constant-temperature air conditioning system. At night, the windows automatically switch to anti-UV mode to ensure daytime viewing clarity.
The train features three themed cars:
Starry Tea Room:Equipped with a color-changing LED starry ceiling, offering ethnic specialty tea snacks at night
Intangible Heritage Workshop:Weekly invitations for intangible cultural heritage inheritors along the route to teach on-site
Mobile Book Bar:Houses over 2,000 regional culture books, with an electronic borrowing system
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary Reference (Using a 12-Day Trip as an Example)
【Guangdong Section】
Departure from Guangzhou:Departs daily at 19:00 from Guangzhou Station, with a welcome dinner and briefing on the first day
Shaoguan Danxia Mountain:Stops for 2 hours the next morning; visitors can take the train’s electric shuttle to tour the Elder Peak
【Hunan Section】
“2026 Southern Express In-Depth Experience Guide: A Moving Scenic Route Across the North and South”Zhangjiajie National Forest Park:Full-day stop on the third day, offering a choice between Wulingyuan Scenic Area and Tianmen Mountain routes
Fenghuang Ancient Town:Arrives in the evening on the fourth day, with activities like boating on the Tuojiang River and Miao long-table banquet
【Cross-Province Special Arrangement】
When the train crosses the Qinling Mountains, a “Mobile Photography Contest” will be held, with professional photographers guiding the capture of tunnel light and shadow art
【Northwest Section】
Xi’an Terracotta Warriors:Arrives directly in Lintong District on the sixth morning, avoiding peak tourist group hours
Dunhuang Magnificent Grottoes:Special cave visits arranged on the eighth day (requires reservation 30 days in advance)
Urumqi International Grand Bazaar:Arrives in the evening on the tenth day, with Uyghur translation services for shopping assistance
💰 Price Information (2026 Reference)
Basic Package Includes:
Hard Sleeper Upper Berth:Starting from 6,980 RMB/person
Soft Sleeper Compartment:Starting from 9,800 RMB/person (includes bathroom)
Presidential Suite:26,800 RMB/room (limited to 2 people, with a personal butler)
🚂 Route Highlights: A Moving Observation Deck Across the North and SouthValue-Added Services:
Photography Follow-Up Service:1,200 RMB/full trip (includes 30 retouched photos)
Special Meal Upgrade:800 RMB/person (includes 10 regional specialty meals)
Cultural Experience Package:500 RMB/person (includes intangible heritage craft materials + explanation)
Price Information:
Children’s Price (6-12 years old):30% discount, must occupy a bed
Group Discount:800 RMB off per person for groups of 10 or more
Prices may fluctuate with peak and off-peak seasons; final confirmation based on contract
📱 Registration Method
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, contact Manager Wang Fei for details:
Phone:180-9596-9599
WeChat:180-9596-9599 (Please note “Southern Express Inquiry” when adding)
📋 Cost and Service Description
As a special tourist train connecting South China and the Northwest, the Southern Express has been upgraded in 2026 with a focus on “slow travel + depth,” linking the highlights of five provinces and regions: Guangdong, Hunan, Shaanxi, Gansu, and Xinjiang. The train features a panoramic observation car design, with each car equipped with viewing windows and a constant-temperature air conditioning system. At night, the windows automatically switch to anti-UV mode to ensure daytime viewing clarity.Basic Costs Include:
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Registration and Booking Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Full train transportation costs
9 nights accommodation (including 6 nights on the train + 3 nights at local 4-star hotels)
18 meals (including 8 regional specialty meals)
First admission tickets to attractions
Professional tour guide service
Service Upgrade Options:
Medical Support Package:300 RMB/person (includes portable oxygen bottles + common medicines)
Luggage Delivery Service:200 RMB/piece (direct delivery to hotel service desk)
Birthday Special Arrangement:Free birthday scene decoration in the car (requires 7 days advance notice)
Specific services are subject to actual consultation and contract; Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service reserves the right to make changes based on actual conditions. In case of force majeure (e.g., extreme weather, railway scheduling), both parties may agree to reasonable itinerary changes.
💡 Practical Tips
The train is equipped with 220V charging ports and USB charging ports; it is recommended to bring a multi-port charger
The train features three themed cars:Large temperature differences in the Northwest section; it is recommended to dress in layers
Train manager reception days are held every Wednesday and Saturday for on-site service feedback
Wi-Fi service is available throughout, but it is recommended to download offline maps as a backup
🌄 Seasonal Limited Experiences
Spring (March-May):
Hunan section adds a rapeseed flower field sightseeing train
Xinjiang section arranges Yili Apricot Blossom Valley hiking activities
Summer (June-August):
Guangdong section adds a beach bonfire party
Gansu section offers Dunhuang desert stargazing camping options
Autumn (September-November):
Shaanxi section arranges Qinling red leaf special train photography
Xinjiang section adds Kanas autumn scenery in-depth tour
Starry Tea Room: Equipped with a color-changing LED starry ceiling, offering ethnic specialty tea snacks at nightWinter (December-February):
Hunan section adds hot spring experience projects
Gansu section provides Zhangye Danxia snow scene photography services
📞 Consultation Notes
Daily consultation hours:09:00-21:00
It is recommended to book 30 days in advance; popular departures have limited availability
Payment methods supported:Bank transfer/WeChat Pay/Alipay
Electronic invoices and paper itineraries provided after contract signing
This route is especially suitable for:
Senior slow travel groups
Photography enthusiasts’ gathering groups
Family cultural experience trips
Corporate customized incentive travel
(Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departures; the signed contract prevails. All service terms comply with the Tourism Law; for details, consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Wang Fei at 180-9596-9599)
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