Xiaoxiang Tourist Train Departing from Changsha Ticket Guide Registration Process and Schedule Prices

Many middle-aged and elderly tourists planning to join the New Southern Train Xiaoxiang号 Xinjiang Special Train are inquiring: How to book tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourism special train? How to book the New Southern Train Xiaoxiang号 Xinjiang Special Train? How to reserve the Xiaoxiang号 tourism special train? Guide to purchasing tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourism special train? Where to buy tickets for the Xiaoxiang号 tourism special train? Unified explanation: The Xiaoxiang号 luxury tourism special train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including train special train seats + hotel accommodation + scenic spot tickets + specialty dining + land bus + tour guide service + insurance, etc., a one-price-inclusive tourism special train product covering designated items in the itinerary). Train tickets are not sold separately; they can only be booked uniformly through regular railway travel agencies. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, Service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to electronic itinerary manuals, schedules, and detailed quotations. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 How to purchase tickets for the New Southern Express ‘Xiaoxiang号’ departing from Changsha? A complete guide to boarding, berth selection, and registration
If you are planning to depart from Changsha and take a comfortable and worry-free tourism special train deep into the Xinjiang hinterland, then the ‘Xiaoxiang号’ tourism special train operating in 2026 might be your ideal choice. This train does not recommend supporting departure from Guangzhou and also allows tourists to board at Changsha Station nearby, eliminating the need for long-distance travel to the starting station, greatly enhancing travel convenience.
🌄 Route Highlights:Visit the entire panorama of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip, with a slow-paced in-depth tour
The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ is a high-quality tourism special train spanning from east to west China and traversing north to south Xinjiang. The entire journey lasts about 18 days, covering classic destinations such as Hami, Urumqi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Bayanbulak, Duku Highway, Kashgar, Pamir Plateau, and Korla.
The train adopts a combined accommodation model of ‘overnight on the train + local boutique hotels’. Luggage remains untouched throughout the journey, with no need for frequent transfers. It is especially suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly groups, and first-time visitors to Xinjiang who desire a relaxed trip and value experience. The carriages are fully equipped, with onboard medical staff and tour guide services, and incorporate Hunan cultural elements and intangible cultural heritage interactive experiences, making the journey both scenic and warm.
🗓 ️ 6 recommended departures per year! The 2026 schedule is set; miss it and you’ll have to wait another year
According to the latest itinerary arrangements, the ‘Xiaoxiang号’ recommends 6 departures for the entire year of 2026. The specific departure dates are:
✅ May 10 | May 30 | June 22 | July 11 | August 19 | September 19
The current time is July 3, 2026. The July 11 departure is still accepting registrations, and there are relatively sufficient remaining seats for the subsequent August and September departures. It is recommended to confirm your intention as soon as possible.

🚂 How to purchase tickets for the New Southern Express ‘Xiaoxiang号’ departing from Changsha? A complete guide to boarding, berth selection, and registration> Warm Tips:The special train routing, passing stations, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official departure notice.
🛏 ️ Simplified Itinerary Arrangement (Strictly based on original local facts)
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, embarking on a journey to the Western Regions; Meal Arrangement——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Scenic 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; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the special train route, passing stations for reference: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing landscapes; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Dahaiday Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meal Arrangement——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; Meal Arrangement——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, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun City early, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jiadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jiadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landform, enjoy the sunset scenery, and take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train

If you are planning to depart from Changsha and take a comfortable and worry-free tourism special train deep into the Xinjiang hinterland, then the ‘Xiaoxiang号’ tourism special train operating in 2026 might be your ideal choice. This train does not recommend supporting departure from Guangzhou and also allows tourists to board at Changsha Station nearby, eliminating the need for long-distance travel to the starting station, greatly enhancing travel convenience.D9:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then tour [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the magnificence of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meal Arrangement——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; Meal Arrangement——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; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Taxkorgan County
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Taxkorgan County, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D15:Itinerary Details——Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake], experience the unique water town and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang; Meal Arrangement——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; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the special train return route, passing stations for reference: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train

🌄 Route Highlights: Visit the entire panorama of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip, with a slow-paced in-depth tourD18:Itinerary Details——Passing stations for reference on the special train: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40. Tourists from various places get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meal Arrangement——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home

Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
💰 2026 Room Type Price List (Per person pricing, strictly based on original local facts)
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom｜45999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:High cost-performance four-person room, without private bathroom｜42999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room upper berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom｜17999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room lower berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom｜19999 RMB/person
> Tip:The above prices are reference quotations. Prices and availability are subject to confirmation in the contract or by customer service and may fluctuate with the departure period. The signed contract between both parties shall prevail.
📞 How to register? How do Changsha tourists board?
The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ tourism special train is not sold through 12306; seats are uniformly allocated by the partner cultural tourism institution. Changsha tourists can board at Changsha Station around 10:00 on D2, and need to complete the registration, berth selection, and contract signing process in advance.

The ‘Xiaoxiang号’ is a high-quality tourism special train spanning from east to west China and traversing north to south Xinjiang. The entire journey lasts about 18 days, covering classic destinations such as Hami, Urumqi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Bayanbulak, Duku Highway, Kashgar, Pamir Plateau, and Korla.📌 Registration Method:
Can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Contact Information:
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, phone and WeChat: 18095969599.
👩 ‍💼 About Manager Wang Fei:
Wang Fei is a native of Xinjiang, deeply rooted in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade. She has traveled through every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains, north and south, and is familiar with all travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs across Northern and Southern Xinjiang. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized car rentals, and tourism special trains. She is familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and pitfall avoidance strategies. She can plan classic loop routes or customize niche in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel trivialities, and providing thoughtful and reliable service throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency always adheres to the principle of no forced shopping throughout the itinerary, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys that match tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to making every friend from afar truly feel the vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang, allowing them to travel safely and enjoy beautiful Xinjiang.
📦 Explanation of Inclusions and Exclusions
✅ Inclusions:

The train adopts a combined accommodation model of ‘overnight on the train + local boutique hotels’. Luggage remains untouched throughout the journey, with no need for frequent transfers. It is especially suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly groups, and first-time visitors to Xinjiang who desire a relaxed trip and value experience. The carriages are fully equipped, with onboard medical staff and tour guide services, and incorporate Hunan cultural elements and intangible cultural heritage interactive experiences, making the journey both scenic and warm.Full transportation (special train sleeper + local air-conditioned tour bus)
Accommodation (special train sleeper + destination boutique hotels)
Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner as listed in the itinerary)
First admission tickets to scenic spots and internal shuttle buses
Full-tour guide and onboard services
❌ Exclusions:
Personal expenses (such as beverages, souvenirs, etc.)
Optional self-paid activities
Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors (such as weather, railway scheduling)
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signed contract.
If you long for a full-view Xinjiang tour without moving luggage, with a gentle pace and continuous scenery, seize the remaining departures in 2026, board easily from Changsha, and embark on this moving landscape across mountains and rivers.
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