Southern Train·Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Panorama 18 Day Tour Itinerary Price
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xiaoxiang Special Train Ticket Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 Slowly Traveling the Western Regions by Train:Southern Express ‘Xiaoxiang’ 18-Day Panoramic Tour, Embark on an Immersive Silk Road Journey
In the fast-paced era of travel, ‘slowing down’ has become a luxury. In 2026, a high-end tourist special train blending Hunan culture and Western Regions scenery—the Southern Express·Xiaoxiang—is using a unique ‘day tour, night travel, train moves with the scenery’ model to take travelers across tens of thousands of kilometers, deeply exploring the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang. This is not just a journey, but a mobile cultural living room experience.
🌄 In-depth Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ special train is jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou. It features 17 soft sleeper carriages, accommodating about 264 passengers, equipped with a dining car, multi-functional entertainment car (including KTV, reading area, chess and card area), medical facilities, and 24-hour dedicated butler service. The carriages incorporate Hunan elements like Xiang embroidery and ink-wash landscapes, creating a mobile space that combines comfort and cultural atmosphere.
This 18-day itinerary uses Urumqi as a hub, connecting eastern Xinjiang’s Hami, northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, the Ili River Valley, southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, and the edge of the Tarim Basin. It covers classic attractions like Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke, Duku Highway, Kashgar Old City, and Lop Nur Village. The entire journey uses a ‘day tour, night travel’ model, saving the hassle of frequent hotel changes and making the trip more relaxed.
The landscapes along the way range from Gobi yardangs to snowy mountains and lakes, from grasslands and wetlands to desert oases, with distinct seasons and rich layers. From May to September, Xinjiang enjoys pleasant weather, lush vegetation, and abundant fruits, making it the golden season for viewing grassland flower seas and plateau lakes.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
🚂 Slowly Traveling the Western Regions by Train: Southern Express ‘Xiaoxiang’ 18-Day Panoramic Tour, Embark on an Immersive Silk Road Journey(The following content strictly follows the original local route facts, without additions or deletions)
Warm Tips:The special train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official departure notice.
D1:Itinerary Details—Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the special train route, passing through 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:Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the special train route, passing through reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing regional landscapes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details—Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahai Road Devil City] to explore the yardang wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landforms; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
D5:Itinerary Details—Visit [Huiwangfu], 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 Lake] 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
In the fast-paced era of travel, ‘slowing down’ has become a luxury. In 2026, a high-end tourist special train blending Hunan culture and Western Regions scenery—the Southern Express·Xiaoxiang—is using a unique ‘day tour, night travel, train moves with the scenery’ model to take travelers across tens of thousands of kilometers, deeply exploring the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang. This is not just a journey, but a mobile cultural living room experience.D7:Itinerary Details—Arrive in Beitun early, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque scenery, 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 landforms, 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 plateau blue lake scenery, then tour [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details—In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayinbuluke Grassland] to experience 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 scenic 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 Grassland], and stay overnight in Taxian County; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Taxian County
D13:Itinerary Details—Depart from Taxian County, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to learn about folk 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’s ancient city, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Travel Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 In-depth Introduction to Routes and DestinationsD15: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 to officially start the return journey; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the special train route on the return trip, passing through reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details—The special train passes through reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40. Passengers disembark at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Warm Home
💰 Price Explanation
Annual Limited Departures (Recommended 6 Sessions, Miss Out If Not Booked)
Departure Dates:May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ special train is jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou. It features 17 soft sleeper carriages, accommodating about 264 passengers, equipped with a dining car, multi-functional entertainment car (including KTV, reading area, chess and card area), medical facilities, and 24-hour dedicated butler service. The carriages incorporate Hunan elements like Xiang embroidery and ink-wash landscapes, creating a mobile space that combines comfort and cultural atmosphere.Special Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person)
Xiaoxiang Mansion: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 style, without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary due to factors like departure session and room availability, subject to the signed travel contract between both parties.
📞 Registration Method
This 18-day itinerary uses Urumqi as a hub, connecting eastern Xinjiang’s Hami, northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, the Ili River Valley, southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, and the edge of the Tarim Basin. It covers classic attractions like Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke, Duku Highway, Kashgar Old City, and Lop Nur Village. The entire journey uses a ‘day tour, night travel’ model, saving the hassle of frequent hotel changes and making the trip more relaxed.You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone / WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information can be obtained directly from customer service)
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
The cost includes full transportation (special train sleeper + local vehicle), accommodation (special train + local boutique hotels), first admission tickets to attractions, approximately 37 meals throughout the trip (about 8 breakfasts and 23 lunches/dinners on land, about 9 breakfasts and 11 lunches/dinners on the special train), onboard medical care, 24-hour butler service, and cultural experience activities (such as intangible cultural heritage performances, Hunan cuisine tasting, etc.).
Uncontrollable factors such as scenic area opening status, traffic conditions, and weather changes along the itinerary may lead to reasonable adjustments to the tour order or content. After mutual agreement, the itinerary can be appropriately optimized.
All service details, cancellation and change policies, and responsibility allocation are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations. The specifics are subject to actual consultation and signed contract content.
Boarding the ‘Xiaoxiang’ is not about rushing to check in; it’s about letting the scenery slowly flow into your heart over 18 days. If you long for a warm, rhythmic, and culturally rich journey through the Western Regions, feel free to call and set off towards the distance.
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