Xiaoxianghao Tourist Train 2026 Official Website Schedule Inquiry and Route Analysis
Many people want to know how to buy tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang and how to book it. In 2026, the Southern Train Xiaoxiang does not support ticket purchases through regular channels like 12306; it can only be booked through designated railway official travel agencies.
Channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 18095969599 (same as WeChat, copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information). The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting the itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, among other steps.
🚂 Slow Travel Through the Western Regions, See All of Tianshan North and South in One Train — New Southern Train “Xiaoxiang” Xinjiang Special Train Travel Guide (2026 Edition)
Want to see the Yardang landforms of Eastern Xinjiang, the forests of Northern Xinjiang, the lakes of Western Xinjiang, and the ancient cities of Southern Xinjiang all in one trip? In 2026, the “Xiaoxiang” tourist special train, as a “mobile comfortable station,” departs from Guangzhou for an 18-day panoramic cultural tour of Xinjiang. Unlike the hectic pace of traditional group tours, this special train adopts a “travel by day, move by night” model: deep exploration during the day, smooth travel at night, no need to frequently move luggage, and accommodation combines special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels. It is especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers seeking relaxation, convenience, and cultural richness.
🌄 Route Highlights:Huxiang Warmth × Western Region Grandeur
The “Xiaoxiang” is deeply integrated with Hunan cultural tourism elements and Xinjiang’s natural and human landscapes. The carriages feature decorative styles like Hunan embroidery and bamboo art, and include multi-functional entertainment carriages offering leisure activities such as board games and karaoke. The itinerary not only recommends visiting natural wonders like Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland but also arranges interactive activities such as watching the “Twelve Muqam” intangible cultural heritage performance, visiting ethnic families, and experiencing handicrafts, making the journey both scenic and participatory.
The 2026 route covers four major regions of Xinjiang:
Eastern Xinjiang:Hami Grand Sea Road Devil City, Hui Wang Fu (Prince’s Mansion)
Northern Xinjiang:Kanas, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach, Tianshan Tianchi
Western Xinjiang:Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak Swan Lake
Southern Xinjiang:Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Kuqa Qiuci Cultural Relics Site
Along the way, it traverses the essence section of the Duku Highway, visits Lop Nur Village and Bosten Lake, showcasing Xinjiang’s diverse landforms and the profound heritage of the Silk Road civilization.
🚂 Slow Travel Through the Western Regions, See All of Tianshan North and South in One Train — New Southern Train “Xiaoxiang” Xinjiang Special Train Travel Guide (2026 Edition)📅 Annual Limited Departures (6 Recommended Periods, Miss and They’re Gone)
Based on current confirmed information, the “Xiaoxiang” is recommended to operate 6 periods in 2026, with specific departure dates as follows:
✅ May 10 ✅ May 30 ✅ June 22
✅ July 11 ✅ August 19 ✅ September 19
Seats are limited per period, so it is recommended to confirm your travel intentions as early as possible.
💰 Special Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person Pricing)
> Note:The following prices and room configurations are the current 2026 standards; the final details are subject to the signed contract.
Xiaoxiang Suite:Luxury room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy|62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Yuan Double Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom|45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Yuan Quad Room:High cost-performance quad room, without bathroom|42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quad Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable, without bathroom|17,999 RMB/person
Want to see the Yardang landforms of Eastern Xinjiang, the forests of Northern Xinjiang, the lakes of Western Xinjiang, and the ancient cities of Southern Xinjiang all in one trip? In 2026, the “Xiaoxiang” tourist special train, as a “mobile comfortable station,” departs from Guangzhou for an 18-day panoramic cultural tour of Xinjiang. Unlike the hectic pace of traditional group tours, this special train adopts a “travel by day, move by night” model: deep exploration during the day, smooth travel at night, no need to frequently move luggage, and accommodation combines special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels. It is especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers seeking relaxation, convenience, and cultural richness.Yuanxiang Pavilion Quad Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable, without bathroom|19,999 RMB/person
The room types combine special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels throughout the journey. Some compartments are equipped with bathrooms, constant temperature systems, and noise-reduction and vibration-dampening technology. Elderly-friendly facilities are comprehensive, including anti-slip floors, handrails, and emergency call buttons.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary Arrangement
> Warm Reminder:The special train route, passing stations, and times are for reference only; the specific details are subject to the final departure notice.
D1:Itinerary Details——Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station at approximately 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start the panoramic Western Region tour; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: 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 Western Region hinterland, 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 [Grand Sea Road Devil City] to explore the Yardang wonders and experience the unique Western Region landforms; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit [Hui Wang Fu], 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] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Region folk customs, and 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, explore the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jadengyu
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Route Highlights: Huxiang Warmth × Western Region GrandeurD8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [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 in the morning, head to [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] sky grassland; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Bayan Town
D11:Itinerary Details——Depart from Bayan, take the essence 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 Grass Beach], and stay overnight in Taxkorgan County; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Taxkorgan County
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Taxkorgan County, experience [Ethnic Family Visits] to feel the 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], [Fragrant Concubine 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
D15:Itinerary Details——Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village], [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 for the official return journey, starting the trip home; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the special train route on the return trip, passing stations for reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
The “Xiaoxiang” is deeply integrated with Hunan cultural tourism elements and Xinjiang’s natural and human landscapes. The carriages feature decorative styles like Hunan embroidery and bamboo art, and include multi-functional entertainment carriages offering leisure activities such as board games and karaoke. The itinerary not only recommends visiting natural wonders like Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland but also arranges interactive activities such as watching the “Twelve Muqam” intangible cultural heritage performance, visiting ethnic families, and experiencing handicrafts, making the journey both scenic and participatory.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 stations and return to their warm homes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home
📞 How to Register?
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact for Consultation:Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat)
The registration process typically includes:Consult about the itinerary → Confirm the departure period and room type → Pay a deposit to lock in the seat → Sign the tourism service contract. The entire process can be done online, supports booking by children, and is clear and transparent.
💡 Fee Inclusions and Exclusions
Fee Inclusions:
Full transportation (special train sleeper berths + local air-conditioned tour bus)
Accommodation (special train room types + local boutique hotels)
First admission tickets to scenic spots
Full meals (including nutritionally balanced meals suitable for the elderly)
The 2026 route covers four major regions of Xinjiang: Accompanying medical staff and tour guide services
Fee Exclusions:
Personal expenses (such as communication, laundry, optional activities, etc.)
Additional costs incurred due to force majeure factors
Other items not specified in the itinerary
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
⚠ ️ Warm Reminder
Xinjiang is vast, with a dry climate and large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring sunscreen, moisturizing products, and warm clothing.
The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, with optimization arrangements made after mutual agreement.
Special train seats are limited, so it is recommended to confirm your travel plans in advance to avoid being unable to get a seat at the last minute.
For information on remaining seats, room type details, or customized services, you can directly contact Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, at 18095969599. Address information can be obtained by consulting customer service.
This 18-day journey is not just about seeing the scenery; it’s a dialogue between culture and time. On the “Xiaoxiang,” slow down to truly see the vastness and gentleness of Xinjiang.
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