How to Buy Tickets for the New Southern Express Xiaoxiang 18 Day Panoramic Tour
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 regular channels like 12306 for ticket purchase; 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 an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
🚂 Slow Travel in Xinjiang, See Both Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Train — A Detailed Guide to the 18-Day Panoramic Xiaoxiang Special Train Tour
Tired of the travel pace of rushing through attractions, moving luggage, and switching hotels? In 2026, the ‘Xiaoxiang’ tourist special train, as a ‘mobile comfortable station,’ offers a new choice for tourists yearning for Xinjiang’s magnificent landscapes. This 18-day special train journey starting from Guangzhou Baiyun Station traverses Eastern Xinjiang’s yardang landforms, Northern Xinjiang’s forests, Western Xinjiang’s lakes, and Southern Xinjiang’s ancient cities, with a ‘travel by day, move by night’ schedule, no frequent transfers, and luggage stored on the train, especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family tourists seeking a relaxed pace and comprehensive service.
🌄 Route Highlights:One Journey, See Xinjiang’s Diverse Landscapes
Xinjiang is vast with rich landscape types. The ‘Xiaoxiang’ special train carefully plans its route, covering core scenic spots on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains:
Natural Wonders:Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain is like a fairyland painting, Kanas Lake is known as ‘the backyard garden,’ Sayram Lake is blue as a mirror, the colorful Wucaitan Danxia landform contrasts with the Irtysh River, and the Duku Highway connects snow-capped mountains and canyons.
Cultural Experiences:Kashgar Old City preserves thousand-year-old street patterns, Id Kah Mosque is solemn and majestic, and the Fragrant Concubine Garden tells historical stories; the itinerary also includes visits to various ethnic families and intangible cultural heritage performances (such as the Twelve Muqam), allowing you to feel cultural charm through respect and interaction.
Special Transportation:Travel throughout in soft sleeper special trains plus local air-conditioned tourist buses, running smoothly at night and focusing on sightseeing during the day, greatly reducing travel fatigue.
According to the latest 2026 operational arrangements, the special train adopts a ‘mobile accommodation + boutique hotel’ model, with some sections staying at high-standard local hotels to ensure rest quality.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
🚂 Slow Travel in Xinjiang, See Both Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Train — A Detailed Guide to the 18-Day Panoramic Xiaoxiang Special Train Tour> Tips:The special train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official departure notice.
Day 1:Itinerary Details — Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals — None; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Day 2: Itinerary Details — Sightseeing on the special train, 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
Day 3:Itinerary Details — Sightseeing on the special train, 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
Day 4:Itinerary Details — Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Dahaidai Devil City] to explore yardang wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landforms; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Hami
Day 5: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
Day 6:Itinerary Details — Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain] to see the picturesque lake, 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
Day 7:Itinerary Details — Arrive in Beitun City early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque landscape, and stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Jadengyu
Day 8:Itinerary Details — Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Wucaitan] Danxia landform, enjoy the sunset scenery, and take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Tired of the travel pace of rushing through attractions, moving luggage, and switching hotels? In 2026, the ‘Xiaoxiang’ tourist special train, as a ‘mobile comfortable station,’ offers a new choice for tourists yearning for Xinjiang’s magnificent landscapes. This 18-day special train journey starting from Guangzhou Baiyun Station traverses Eastern Xinjiang’s yardang landforms, Northern Xinjiang’s forests, Western Xinjiang’s lakes, and Southern Xinjiang’s ancient cities, with a ‘travel by day, move by night’ schedule, no frequent transfers, and luggage stored on the train, especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family tourists seeking a relaxed pace and comprehensive service.Day 9:Itinerary Details — Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Nalati
Day 10:Itinerary Details — In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the magnificence of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Bayin Town
Day 11:Itinerary Details — Depart from Bayin, take the highlight 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
Day 12:Itinerary Details — Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], and stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Tashkurgan County
Day 13:Itinerary Details — Depart from Tashkurgan County, experience [Visits to Various Ethnic Families] to feel folk customs, visit [Baisha Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Kashgar
Day 14:Itinerary Details — Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Day 15: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
Day 16: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
Day 17:Itinerary Details — Sightseeing on the special train during the return trip, passing through reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
Day 18:Itinerary Details — The special train passes through reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, where tourists from various places get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Warm Home
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: One Journey, See Xinjiang’s Diverse Landscapes💰 Prices and Departure Dates (Latest for 2026)
Limited Departures for the Year (6 Recommended Dates, 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)
Room Configuration Description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable double room, no private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High cost-effective four-bed room, no private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable, no private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang is vast with rich landscape types. The ‘Xiaoxiang’ special train carefully plans its route, covering core scenic spots on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains:Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable, no private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may fluctuate due to factors like departure date and room availability, and the final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 How to Register?
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
Please contact customer service for address information.
✅ Inclusions and Service Description
Inclusions:
Full-journey special train soft sleeper berths and local air-conditioned tourist bus transfers
Natural Wonders: Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain is like a fairyland painting, Kanas Lake is known as ‘the backyard garden,’ Sayram Lake is blue as a mirror, the colorful Wucaitan Danxia landform contrasts with the Irtysh River, and the Duku Highway connects snow-capped mountains and canyons. Hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary (including special train and ground hotels)
First admission tickets to listed attractions
Full-journey meals (three meals daily, balanced nutrition and palatability)
Professional guide and on-board steward service
Travel liability insurance
Exclusions:
Personal expenses (e.g., communication, laundry, optional activities)
Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., weather, traffic controls)
(Single room occupancy can be arranged upon request)
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement based on actual conditions.
This 18-day Xiaoxiang special train tour is not just a geographical crossing but also a cultural slow journey for physical and mental relaxation. Whether you want to accompany your parents to see the world easily or arrange a vacation away from the hustle and bustle, it offers a stable, comfortable, and content-rich choice.
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