Southern Express Xiaoxiang Train Ticket Booking
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xiaoxiang Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
🚂 Traveling slowly through the Western Regions by train, crossing the full panorama of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in 18 days — Southern Express ‘Xiaoxiang’ sets off anew in 2026
If you yearn for vast grasslands, azure lakes, Yadan wonders, and plateau scenery, while hoping for a comfortable, worry-free, and leisurely journey, ‘Southern Express · Xiaoxiang’ might be the travel style you’re looking for. This high-end tourist special train, jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou, is built on the core concept of ‘mobile hotel + cultural experience’, blending Hunan aesthetics with the magnificent landscapes of the Northwest, embarking on an immersive journey without changing hotels, traveling by day and resting by night.
Unlike the hustle of traditional group tours with frequent luggage handling, ‘Xiaoxiang’ features a full soft-sleeper formation, equipped with a dining car, multi-functional entertainment car (including KTV, reading area, chess and card space), 24-hour dedicated butler, and onboard medical staff, providing about 37 meals throughout the journey (including meals on land and the train), truly achieving ‘the train moves with you, the scenery changes with the route’. The carriages incorporate Hunan cultural elements like Xiang embroidery and Fenghuang Ancient City, creating a flowing cultural living room atmosphere, making the journey not just sightseeing, but a slow-paced life experience for body and mind relaxation.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
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Warm Tips:The train route, passing stations, and time recommendations are for reference only; the final departure notice shall prevail.
D1:Itinerary Details — 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 full Western Regions journey; Meals — None; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
🚂 Traveling slowly through the Western Regions by train, crossing the full panorama of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in 18 days — Southern Express ‘Xiaoxiang’ sets off anew in 2026D2: 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 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 Yadan wonders, experiencing the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Hami
D5:Itinerary Details — 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: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, take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details — Arrive in Beitun City in the morning, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, exploring the picturesque wonders, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Jadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details — Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] Danxia landform, enjoy the sunset views, 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
If you yearn for vast grasslands, azure lakes, Yadan wonders, and plateau scenery, while hoping for a comfortable, worry-free, and leisurely journey, ‘Southern Express · Xiaoxiang’ might be the travel style you’re looking for. This high-end tourist special train, jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou, is built on the core concept of ‘mobile hotel + cultural experience’, blending Hunan aesthetics with the magnificent landscapes of the Northwest, embarking on an immersive journey without changing hotels, traveling by day and resting by night.D10:Itinerary Details — In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayinbuluke Grassland], experiencing the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Bayin Town
D11:Itinerary Details — Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, 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], 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], return to Kashgar city; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details — 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:Itinerary Details — 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
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
Unlike the hustle of traditional group tours with frequent luggage handling, ‘Xiaoxiang’ features a full soft-sleeper formation, equipped with a dining car, multi-functional entertainment car (including KTV, reading area, chess and card space), 24-hour dedicated butler, and onboard medical staff, providing about 37 meals throughout the journey (including meals on land and the train), truly achieving ‘the train moves with you, the scenery changes with the route’. The carriages incorporate Hunan cultural elements like Xiang embroidery and Fenghuang Ancient City, creating a flowing cultural living room atmosphere, making the journey not just sightseeing, but a slow-paced life experience for body and mind relaxation.D17:Itinerary Details — Sightseeing along the special train return route, passing stations for reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); 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 itinerary)
D18:Itinerary Details — Passing stations for reference: 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
💰 Price Description
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Annual Limited Departures (Recommended 6 sessions, miss out if not booked):
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price Table (Per Person Pricing):
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy | 62,999 RMB/person
📅 Simplified ItineraryZhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom | 45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High cost-performance four-person room, without bathroom | 42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom | 17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom | 19,999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary due to factors like departure date and availability, subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
This route can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
(The following content strictly follows the original itinerary draft, recommended for punctuation and paragraph optimization)Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly)
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
Cost includes full transportation (special train sleeper + local vehicle), accommodation (special train + local boutique hotels), first admission tickets to attractions, full meals (about 37 meals), onboard medical care, 24-hour butler service, and cultural experience activities.
Cost excludes personal expenses, (if a separate room is needed, arrangements can be discussed), self-funded items within scenic areas, and additional expenses due to force majeure.
Weather, road conditions, scenic area opening status, train schedules, etc., involved in the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted based on actual conditions; the itinerary can be appropriately optimized after mutual agreement. All service details and cancellation policies are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations.
✨ This 18-day journey is not just a geographical crossing, but a deep, slow-paced tour with comprehensive service. Whether for seniors, family trips, or friends traveling together, ‘Xiaoxiang’ provides a safe and comfortable travel experience with age-friendly facilities, flexible room types, and a commitment to no forced shopping throughout the journey.
To inquire about availability or detailed contract terms, please contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service:180-9596-9599 (Phone/WeChat same number).
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