Southern Express Tourist Train Xiaoxiang Registration Location
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xiaoxiang Special Train Ticket Booking Center: 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 Slowly Travel the Western Regions, See All of Southern and Northern Xinjiang in One Train — New Schedule of the Southern Express ‘Xiaoxiang’ in 2026
If you yearn for the vast landscapes of Xinjiang but prefer a relaxed pace and comprehensive service, the ‘Southern Express · Xiaoxiang’ might be the travel style you’re looking for. This high-end cultural tourism special train, jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, is not an ordinary train but a mobile cultural space on rails. The carriages incorporate Hunan elements like Xiang embroidery and intangible cultural heritage skills, equipped with a multi-functional entertainment area, a sightseeing dining car, 24-hour butler service, and onboard medical care, truly realizing an in-depth experience mode of ‘train follows guests, travel by day, sleep by night’.
📍 Route Highlights:18 Days Traversing the Whole of Xinjiang, Covering Diverse Landscapes
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ 2026 main route is the ‘Western Region Code · Tianshan Journey’ 18-day panoramic loop, starting from South China, crossing nine provinces and regions, covering about 15,000 kilometers. The itinerary includes core attractions like Kanas Lake, Hemu Ancient Village, and Colorful Beach in Northern Xinjiang; Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili Valley; Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, and Taxian County scenery in Southern Xinjiang; and Hami Yardang and Korla Lop Nur Village in Eastern Xinjiang. Snow mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, folk villages… one journey, see all the wonders of the Western Regions.
The special train adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ design, focusing on sightseeing during the day and sleeping comfortably in sleeper berths at night, saving the hassle of frequent hotel changes. Some sections also incorporate local boutique hotel stays, balancing the train’s unique features with ground experience comfort.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Subject to Actual Departure Notice)
> Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only, subject to the final departure notice.
🚂 Slowly Travel the Western Regions, See All of Southern and Northern Xinjiang in One Train — New Schedule of the Southern Express ‘Xiaoxiang’ in 2026D1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals — None; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D2:Scenic sightseeing along the 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:Scenic sightseeing along the train route, reference stops: 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:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Dahai Road Devil City] to explore the Yardang wonders, experiencing the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Hami
D5:Visit [Huiwangfu], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Urumqi
D6:Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] 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:Arrive in Beitun City early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, stay overnight in Jia Deng Yu; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Jia Deng Yu
D8:Depart from Jia Deng Yu, 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
If you yearn for the vast landscapes of Xinjiang but prefer a relaxed pace and comprehensive service, the ‘Southern Express · Xiaoxiang’ might be the travel style you’re looking for. This high-end cultural tourism special train, jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, is not an ordinary train but a mobile cultural space on rails. The carriages incorporate Hunan elements like Xiang embroidery and intangible cultural heritage skills, equipped with a multi-functional entertainment area, a sightseeing dining car, 24-hour butler service, and onboard medical care, truly realizing an in-depth experience mode of ‘train follows guests, travel by day, sleep by night’.D9: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:In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [Bayinbuluke Grassland], experiencing the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Bayin Town
D11:Depart from Bayin, take the highlight section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuche, take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D12:Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grass Beach], stay overnight in Taxian County; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Taxian County
D13:Depart from Taxian County, 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: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:Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village], [Bosten Lake], experiencing the unique water town and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Korla
📍 Route Highlights: 18 Days Traversing the Whole of Xinjiang, Covering Diverse LandscapesD16: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
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
D17:Scenic sightseeing along the return train route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D18:Train route reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers get off at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Warm Home
💰 2026 Prices and Limited Schedules
> 6 recommended sessions per year, miss it and wait another year
Schedules:
May 10 | May 30 | June 22 | July 11 | August 19 | September 19
Room Types and Reference Prices (Per Person):
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ 2026 main route is the ‘Western Region Code · Tianshan Journey’ 18-day panoramic loop, starting from South China, crossing nine provinces and regions, covering about 15,000 kilometers. The itinerary includes core attractions like Kanas Lake, Hemu Ancient Village, and Colorful Beach in Northern Xinjiang; Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili Valley; Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, and Taxian County scenery in Southern Xinjiang; and Hami Yardang and Korla Lop Nur Village in Eastern Xinjiang. Snow mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, folk villages… one journey, see all the wonders of the Western Regions.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
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High cost-performance four-bed room, without bathroom | 42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom | 17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom | 19,999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; specific costs, availability, and room type matching are subject to the actual signed contract and may vary slightly by schedule.
📞 Registration and Inquiry Methods
The special train adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ design, focusing on sightseeing during the day and sleeping comfortably in sleeper berths at night, saving the hassle of frequent hotel changes. Some sections also incorporate local boutique hotel stays, balancing the train’s unique features with ground experience comfort.Travelers interested in the ‘Xiaoxiang’ 2026 Xinjiang panoramic tour can learn more and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly)
📋 Inclusions and Service Description
Trip costs typically include:Special train sleeper accommodation, local selected hotels, full meals (as per meal standards), first admission tickets to attractions, professional guide commentary, onboard medical care, 24-hour butler service, cultural experience activities (such as intangible cultural heritage performances, Hunan cuisine tasting, etc.), and travel accident insurance.
> Special Note: Specific service content, accommodation standards, meal arrangements, and ticket scope are subject to the signed travel contract. Due to force majeure factors such as weather, traffic, and scenic area policies, the travel agency may negotiate reasonable itinerary changes with tourists while protecting their rights.
This product is suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and families seeking a relaxed pace, comprehensive service, and strong cultural immersion. The carriages are equipped with age-friendly facilities (such as SOS call devices, accessible handrails, anti-slip floors) and feature leisure spaces like KTV, mahjong tables, and reading areas, making the journey enjoyable.
✨ One special train, connecting thousands of miles of mountains and rivers; eighteen days and nights, experiencing the seasons of the Western Regions. In 2026, the ‘Xiaoxiang’ continues with Hunan culture as its soul and railways as its veins, inviting you on this leisurely and rich Western Regions journey.
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