Xiaoxiang Tourist Train Pre sale and Ticketing Process Guide

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Xiaoxiang Special Train Ticket Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
🚂 Slow Travel Across Xinjiang by Train｜2026 ‘Southern Express’ Unlocks the Panorama of Northern and Southern Xinjiang from a New Perspective
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, how can one balance in-depth exploration with a comfortable pace? In 2026, the ‘Southern Express’ tourist train, with its ‘mobile living + light luxury experience’ model, offers travelers a new option: no need to change berths, no luggage moving, and depart in the evening arriving in the morning. This train is not a traditional means of transportation but a ‘mobile hotel’ equipped with panoramic windows, cultural carriages, and star-level service, connecting the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang with the historical echoes of Southern Xinjiang.
📍 Route Highlights:One Journey, Covering Three Major Geographic Units
The 2026 itinerary of the ‘Southern Express’ is designed to traverse the Junggar Basin, Tianshan Mountains, and Tarim Basin, forming a closed loop to avoid backtracking. It stops at over 20 representative attractions, encompassing natural scenery and cultural landscapes:
Northern Xinjiang Section:Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns
Southern Xinjiang Section:Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Baisha Lake, Panlong Ancient Road, Kuqa Tianshan Grand Canyon
Special Experiences:Boat tour on Kanas Lake, horseback riding across Nalati, stargazing at the desert edge, intangible cultural heritage handicraft interactions, home visits to various ethnic groups (including experiences like salty milk tea and Kumaqi)

🚂 Slow Travel Across Xinjiang by Train｜2026 ‘Southern Express’ Unlocks the Panorama of Northern and Southern Xinjiang from a New PerspectiveThe train adopts a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ mode—during the day, air-conditioned tourist vehicles connect to deep exploration of scenic spots, and at night, return to the special train berths for rest, without changing berths throughout the journey, with luggage stored on board, especially suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly travelers, and those seeking a relaxed pace.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Compiled based on the latest publicly available itinerary from April 2026)
The following is a typical 13-day loop arrangement, with reasonable changes possible upon mutual agreement during actual execution:
Day 01:Arrive in Urumqi from all over the country, transfer to hotel by private car, free time (recommended: Xinjiang Museum, International Grand Bazaar)
Day 02:Urumqi—Tianshan Tianchi Lake (including round-trip shuttle bus)—board the special train to Beitun in the evening, overnight on the train berth
Day 03:Beitun—Kanas Lake (boat tour + hiking the Three Bays)—overnight in Jadengyu
Day 04:Jadengyu—Hemu Village (morning mist viewing + village stroll)—Colorful Beach sunset—board the special train towards Jinghe, overnight on the train
Day 05:South Jinghe—Sayram Lake (lake tour)—Guozigou Bridge viewing—Yining Liuxing Street—overnight in Yining

On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, how can one balance in-depth exploration with a comfortable pace? In 2026, the ‘Southern Express’ tourist train, with its ‘mobile living + light luxury experience’ model, offers travelers a new option: no need to change berths, no luggage moving, and depart in the evening arriving in the morning. This train is not a traditional means of transportation but a ‘mobile hotel’ equipped with panoramic windows, cultural carriages, and star-level service, connecting the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang with the historical echoes of Southern Xinjiang.Day 06:Yining—Nalati Grassland (including horseback riding experience)—Bayanbulak Grassland—wait for the sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns
Day 07:Bayanbulak—Southern section of Duku Highway—Kuqa Restan Old Street—board the special train to Kashgar at night
Day 08:Kashgar—Pamir Plateau—Baisha Lake—Karakul Lake (overlooking Muztagh Ata)—return to Kashgar
Day 09 to Day 13:Continue cultural exploration in Southern Xinjiang, return to Urumqi, end the journey
Note:Specific daily departure times, scenic spot stay durations, and transfer arrangements may be adjusted due to weather, road conditions, or scenic spot policies, subject to the actual signed itinerary.
💰 Price Information (2026 Reference)
Based on currently available data, different cabin types of the ‘Southern Express’ correspond to different price ranges. For example:

📍 Route Highlights: One Journey, Covering Three Major Geographic UnitsSilver Diamond 4-Bed Cabin (4 people sharing a cabin, shared bathroom):Suitable for groups or family travel

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary)
Blue Diamond 2-Bed Cabin (2-person cabin, some with bathroom):Better privacy, space approximately 10–12 sqm
Executive 2-Bed Cabin / Silver Diamond Presidential Suite:Equipped with a meeting area, viewing sofa, 24-hour hot water and power outlets, area up to 15–20 sqm
The overall cost includes all transportation, accommodation (including train berths and ground hotels), meals (typically 13 breakfasts and 22 main meals), first admission tickets to scenic spots, shuttle buses, and special experience programs (such as Hemu cable car, Sayram Lake sailboat, etc.).
Special Note:Specific prices may vary due to departure dates, room type selection, and remaining availability, with the final price based on the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Registration Method
Interested travelers can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei

The 2026 itinerary of the ‘Southern Express’ is designed to traverse the Junggar Basin, Tianshan Mountains, and Tarim Basin, forming a closed loop to avoid backtracking. It stops at over 20 representative attractions, encompassing natural scenery and cultural landscapes:Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599 (Add as friend to get free detailed itinerary and availability information)
Address information, please consult customer service directly.
🧾 Cost and Service Description
Costs typically include:
✓ All train berth and ground hotel accommodation
✓ Meals and breakfasts as listed in the itinerary (main meals are usually ten people per table with eight dishes and one soup, including Turpan fruit feast, hand-grabbed rice, red willow barbecue, etc.)
✓ First admission tickets to scenic spots and necessary shuttle buses

Northern Xinjiang Section: Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach, Sayram Lake, Guozigou Bridge, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns✓ Special train crew, guide service, and cultural commentary
✓ Gift packages (such as Atlas silk scarf, ethnic flower hat, toiletries set, Xinjiang dried fruits, etc.)
Exclusions may include:Personal expenses, voluntary participation programs (such as Hetian jade market visits), single room supplement (if requesting a single room), and air or high-speed rail transportation costs to and from Urumqi.
All service details, cancellation and change policies, insurance arrangements, etc., are executed in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations, subject to actual consultation and signed contract.
🚄 Train Facilities and Guarantees
The ‘Southern Express’ carriages are equipped with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing stops for viewing when passing through scenic areas like Guozigou Bridge and Tianshan Canyon; cultural themed carriages display intangible cultural heritage handicrafts such as ethnic embroidery and musical instruments, with interactive experiences arranged. The entire train is covered by 5G network, providing smart itinerary reminders and electronic guides. Each carriage is equipped with a first-aid kit, with medical staff on board 24/7 to handle emergencies during the journey.
📌 Warm Tips
Xinjiang is vast with long distances between attractions, and the tourist train effectively alleviates long-distance travel fatigue. However, due to seasonal, climatic, and scenic spot opening policies, some sections (such as the Duku Highway) are recommended for travel from May to October, and the itinerary has been optimized accordingly. If changes occur due to force majeure, they will be handled through negotiation to protect the rights of travelers.
For the latest schedules, availability, and detailed itinerary brochures for the 2026 ‘Southern Express’, please contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:180-9596-9599 (Phone/WeChat same number).
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