Xiaoxiang Tourist Train Official Platform Ticket Purchase Operation Steps

How to purchase tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train? For 2026, tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train must be booked through a railway-certified regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train:A Mobile Home for Slow Travel in the Western Regions
Want to explore the highlights of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without enduring long bumpy rides and frequent hotel changes? The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Xiaoxiang’ special tourist train offers a comfortable, worry-free, and relaxed deep travel experience with its ‘travel by night, tour by day, one berth all the way’ model. Unlike traditional bus tours, this special train combines transportation and accommodation, focusing on sightseeing during the day and sleeping soundly in your dedicated sleeper compartment at night, truly making ‘home in a moving landscape’.
📍 Starting Point and Route Features
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west through Hunan, Hubei, Henan, Shaanxi, and Gansu, finally reaching the heart of Xinjiang. The 18-day itinerary covers core attractions in both northern and southern Xinjiang, including Hami Devil City, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, and Lop Nur Village, and connects classic routes like the Duku Highway and the Pamir Plateau landscape belt. The itinerary is designed with a relaxed pace and reasonable daily sightseeing time, making it especially suitable for retirees, tourists who can’t sit for long periods, and families seeking a relaxed and in-depth tour.
🛋 ️ Compartment Configuration Details (Based on Local Facts)

🚂 Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train: A Mobile Home for Slow Travel in the Western RegionsThe ‘Xiaoxiang’ offers various room types to meet different budgets and privacy needs. All compartments are sleeper-style with cozy soft furnishings, air conditioning, and basic living facilities:
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2–3 people, high privacy | 62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Yuan Double Room:Comfortable double room, shared bathroom | 45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Yuan Quadruple Room:High-value quadruple room, shared bathroom | 42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Ge Quadruple Room Upper Berth:Budget option, shared bathroom | 17,999 RMB/person

Want to explore the highlights of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without enduring long bumpy rides and frequent hotel changes? The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Xiaoxiang’ special tourist train offers a comfortable, worry-free, and relaxed deep travel experience with its ‘travel by night, tour by day, one berth all the way’ model. Unlike traditional bus tours, this special train combines transportation and accommodation, focusing on sightseeing during the day and sleeping soundly in your dedicated sleeper compartment at night, truly making ‘home in a moving landscape’.Yuanxiang Ge Quadruple Room Lower Berth:Budget option, shared bathroom, no climbing needed | 19,999 RMB/person
The area of each compartment is not explicitly stated in public materials, but based on similar special tourist train standards, double compartments are about 6–8 square meters, while quadruple rooms are slightly more compact but fully functional, suitable for group travel with friends and family.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Facts)
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final group notice shall prevail.
D1: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 a panoramic tour of the Western Regions; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train

📍 Starting Point and Route FeaturesD2: Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the special train route, 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, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the heart of the Western Regions, experiencing the changing landscapes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahaidai Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit [Hui Wang Fu], enjoy the intangible cultural heritage performance of [Twelve Muqam], 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 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

The ‘Xiaoxiang’ departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west through Hunan, Hubei, Henan, Shaanxi, and Gansu, finally reaching the heart of Xinjiang. The 18-day itinerary covers core attractions in both northern and southern Xinjiang, including Hami Devil City, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, and Lop Nur Village, and connects classic routes like the Duku Highway and the Pamir Plateau landscape belt. The itinerary is designed with a relaxed pace and reasonable daily sightseeing time, making it especially suitable for retirees, tourists who can’t sit for long periods, and families seeking a relaxed and in-depth tour.D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun 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
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jadengyu, 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; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D9:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Yining in the morning, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then explore [Nalati] aerial 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 scenic section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train

🛋️ Compartment Configuration Details (Based on Local Facts)D12:Itinerary Details——Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], and [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Tashkurgan County
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Tashkurgan County, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] 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], and [Fragrant Concubine Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar Old City, and take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking special trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
D15: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 for the official return journey, starting the trip home; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train

The ‘Xiaoxiang’ offers various room types to meet different budgets and privacy needs. All compartments are sleeper-style with cozy soft furnishings, air conditioning, and basic living facilities:D17:Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the special train return route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details——Reference stops along the special train route: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers get off at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home
💰 Price Description (Strictly Based on Local Facts)
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended sessions, miss and they’re gone):
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19

Xiaoxiang Suite: Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity 2–3 people, high privacy | 62,999 RMB/personRoom type prices are as listed above. All quotes are based on the signed travel contract between both parties and may have reasonable fluctuations due to departure dates, policies, or service changes. It is recommended to consult in advance to confirm availability and final costs.
📞 Booking Process
1. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel booking manager: Manager Yang Jia
2. Inform the number of travelers, preferred room type, and departure date
3. Obtain detailed itinerary materials and a draft contract

Zhengxiang Yuan Double Room: Comfortable double room, shared bathroom | 45,999 RMB/person4. Sign the contract and pay the relevant fees after confirmation
5. Receive the ‘Group Notice’ before departure, including assembly time, location, and precautions
✅ Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel. For inquiries, please contact customer service directly to get the latest departure dates and room availability. For phone or WeChat inquiries, please contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service; address information is subject to customer service provision.
🧾 Inclusions and Exclusions Description

Zhengxiang Yuan Quadruple Room: High-value quadruple room, shared bathroom | 42,999 RMB/personInclusions:Sleeper accommodation on the special train, local boutique hotels, meals as listed in the itinerary (except D1), first admission tickets to attractions, scenic area shuttle buses, accompanying service staff, travel insurance.
Exclusions:Round-trip transportation from departure point to Guangzhou Baiyun Station, personal expenses (for solo travelers, we will try our best to arrange shared rooms; special circumstances require separate negotiation).
📌 Note:‘Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.’
🌟 Why is the ‘Xiaoxiang’ Consistently Popular?
Relaxed Pace:Moderate daily sightseeing intensity, avoiding rushed travel

Yuanxiang Ge Quadruple Room Upper Berth: Budget option, shared bathroom | 17,999 RMB/personConvenient Transportation:‘One berth all the way’ throughout, no need to repeatedly move luggage
Attentive Service:Equipped with onboard doctors and professional guides, meals focus on light and palatable options
Suitable Audience:Especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family trips
Comprehensive Landscape Coverage:One trip covers diverse landforms including snow mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and ancient cities
📌 Warm Tips:Factors such as scenic area openings, traffic conditions, and weather may affect specific arrangements; both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. All services and cancellation/change rules are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’.
For details, please contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service (phone or WeChat inquiries are welcome) to get the latest 2026 departure dates and room availability information.