Xiaoxiang Tourism Train North South Xinjiang 18 Day Itinerary + Cost + Registration Link Public

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency South Express Xiaoxiang Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
Explore the Western Regions · Xiaoxiang Special Train:18-Day Panoramic In-Depth Tour, Unlocking N Ways to Experience Xinjiang
🌄 [Route Highlights:Why Choose Xiaoxiang?]
Xinjiang, covering one-sixth of China’s land area, hides a top-tier combination of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and lakes. However, traditional travel often faces three major pain points: ‘long-distance travel,’ ‘scattered attractions,’ and ‘seasonal restrictions.’ The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Xiaoxiang’ panoramic special train redefines Xinjiang travel with a ‘mobile star hotel + in-depth destination exploration’ model:
Mobile ‘Five-Star Home’:The special train features a full sleeper design, equipped with air conditioning, charging ports, and panoramic windows. Night travel saves time, allowing you to explore attractions upon arrival during the day, avoiding the fatigue of long-distance self-driving.
Seasonal Scenic Beauty:May to September is Xinjiang’s golden travel season, avoiding winter cold and spring dust. The special train recommends 6 departures, each lasting 18 days, covering diverse landscapes like grassland flowers, snow-capped mountains, lakes, canyons, and Danxia landforms.
Slow Travel Philosophy:Rejecting ‘checklist-style’ rushing, it arranges 2-3 core attractions daily, leaving ample time for photos, cultural experiences, and even a grassland picnic.
Hassle-Free Service:Equipped with guides and onboard doctors throughout, the train offers simple meals, while destinations provide specialty dining, solving the ‘unfamiliar territory’ problem.
🚂 [Simple Itinerary:Full 18-Day Panoramic Route Revealed]
(Friendly Reminder:Train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final departure notice shall prevail.)
Day 1:Depart from Guangzhou · Night Special Train
Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, starting the Western Regions journey.
Meals:None | Accommodation: South Special Train
Day 2-3:Crossing Central China · First Glimpse of the Western Regions

Explore the Western Regions · Xiaoxiang Special Train: 18-Day Panoramic In-Depth Tour, Unlocking N Ways to Experience XinjiangStop at Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), Xi’an (10:12), and Lanzhou (19:49), watching the landscape change from Jiangnan water towns to the Loess Plateau through the window.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: South Special Train
Day 4:Hami · Devil City Exploration
Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, head to [Dahaidai Devil City], hike through the Yadan landform, watch the sunset dye the red rock walls gold, and feel the shock of ‘Mars surface.’
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Hami
Day 5:Hami → Urumqi · Cultural Journey
Visit [Hami King’s Mansion] to learn about the history of the Hami King during the Qing Dynasty; enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, experiencing the excellent fusion of traditional music and dance from various ethnic groups; take the special train to Urumqi in the evening.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 6:Urumqi · Heavenly Lake + Grand Bazaar
In the morning, visit [Tianshan Heavenly Lake], take a boat ride, and gaze at Bogda Peak in the distance; in the afternoon, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar], buy handicrafts, taste baked buns, and watch ethnic costume displays, experiencing the bustle of the ‘Western Regions window.’
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: South Special Train
Day 7:Beitun · Kanas Like a Painting
Arrive in Beitun early, take a bus to [Kanas], hike the three bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay), take a boat on Kanas Lake, stay overnight in Jadengyu, and watch the starry sky over the snow-capped mountains.

🌄[Route Highlights: Why Choose Xiaoxiang?]Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Jadengyu
Day 8:Hemu + Colorful Beach · Sunset Feast
In the morning, visit [Hemu Village], see wooden houses with smoke and birch forests intertwined; in the afternoon, head to [Colorful Beach], wait for the sunset to dye the Yadan landform red, yellow, and purple, then take the special train to Yining in the evening.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: South Special Train
Day 9:Yining · Sayram Lake + Nalati Grassland
Arrive in Yining early, first go to [Sayram Lake], cycle or stroll around the lake, watching the water gradient from blue to green; in the afternoon, visit [Nalati Sky Grassland], ride horses, and see spruce forests meeting snow-capped mountains.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Nalati
Day 10:Nalati + Bayanbulak · Grassland Combo
Deeply explore [Nalati Grassland], watch local herders move their flocks; in the afternoon, head to [Bayanbulak Grassland], wait for the sunset at ‘Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns,’ witnessing the wonder of 9 suns reflected on the river.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Bayan Town
Day 11:Duku Highway + Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon
Drive the essence section of [Duku Highway], crossing snow-capped mountains, canyons, and grasslands; in the afternoon, visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], see red rock walls burning like flames under the sun, then take the special train to Kashgar in the evening.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: South Special Train

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Travel Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
Xinjiang, covering one-sixth of China’s land area, hides a top-tier combination of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and lakes. However, traditional travel often faces three major pain points: ‘long-distance travel,’ ‘scattered attractions,’ and ‘seasonal restrictions.’ The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Xiaoxiang’ panoramic special train redefines Xinjiang travel with a ‘mobile star hotel + in-depth destination exploration’ model:Day 12:Pamir Plateau · Snow Mountain and Lake Tour
Arrive in Kashgar early, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], see Muztagh Ata reflected on the lake; in the afternoon, explore [Stone City] and [Golden Grass Beach], stay overnight in Tashkurgan County.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
Day 13:Tashkurgan County · Cultural Experience + White Sand Lake
In the morning, experience [Ethnic Group Home Visits], learn to play hand drums, taste naan bread; in the afternoon, visit [White Sand Lake], see the lake and white sand mountains complement each other, return to Kashgar.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 14:Kashgar Old City · A Journey Through a Thousand Years
Visit [Kashgar Old City], see the blend of earth-toned houses; tour [Id Kah Mosque], learn about various ethnic groups; in the afternoon, go to [Fragrant Concubine Garden], hear the legendary story of the Fragrant Concubine, then take the special train to Korla in the evening.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: South Special Train
Day 15:Korla · Water Town and Folklore
In the morning, visit [Lop Nur Village], see deserts and lakes coexist; in the afternoon, go to [Bosten Lake], take a boat ride, taste lake fish, and feel the ‘water town charm’ of southern Xinjiang.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: Korla
Day 16-18:Return Journey · Crossing Half of China

Mobile ‘Five-Star Home’: The special train features a full sleeper design, equipped with air conditioning, charging ports, and panoramic windows. Night travel saves time, allowing you to explore attractions upon arrival during the day, avoiding the fatigue of long-distance self-driving.Take the special train back early, stopping at Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08), Xiangtan (10:14), and Zhuzhou (11:08), arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, ending the journey.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Accommodation: South Special Train/Warm Home
💰 [Price Explanation:Balance of Luxury and Value]
Limited to 6 departures in 2026, with schedules:May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19.
Special train room types and prices (per person, subject to contract):
Xiaoxiang Mansion (Luxury Room):With bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, 62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room, no bathroom, 45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High-value 4-bed room, no bathroom, 42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Budget option, no bathroom, 17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Budget option, no bathroom, 19,999 RMB/person
(Prices may vary by departure; subject to signed contract)
📞 [Registration Method:How to Join Xiaoxiang?]
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, consult Manager Wang Fei:

Seasonal Scenic Beauty: May to September is Xinjiang’s golden travel season, avoiding winter cold and spring dust. The special train recommends 6 departures, each lasting 18 days, covering diverse landscapes like grassland flowers, snow-capped mountains, lakes, canyons, and Danxia landforms.Phone:18095969599
WeChat:18095969599
(It is recommended to confirm availability with customer service before registering to avoid full departures)
📝 [Fee and Service Explanation]
Fee Includes:Special train sleeper, local boutique hotel accommodation, all meals, attraction tickets, guide service, onboard doctor, travel insurance.
Fee Excludes:Personal expenses (e.g., consumption, optional activities), (single room supplement if needed).
Service Explanation:Reasonable itinerary changes may be made by mutual agreement (e.g., due to weather or policies); subject to actual consultation and contract.
💡 [Tips:Xinjiang Travel Notes]
Documents:Bring valid ID; some attractions require card entry.
Clothing:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring a windbreaker, sun hat, and comfortable sneakers.
Diet:Different ethnic groups have different dietary customs; respect local habits, avoid bringing outside food into restaurants.
Photography:Light changes quickly in places like Kanas and Sayram Lake; it is recommended to bring a wide-angle lens.
Consultation:For more details, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei (18095969599).
18 days, from Guangzhou to Xinjiang, crossing half of China, seeing the top-tier combination of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts. The Xiaoxiang special train is not just a trip but a dialogue with nature and an encounter with culture. 2026, let’s set off together!
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