Southern Train Xiaoxiang Full Trip Pricing Standards and Cost Per Person
How to purchase tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train? In 2026, tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train must be booked through a regular travel agency recognized by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, customer service manager Yang Jia WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚂 Xiaoxiang:A mobile living room of Hunan culture
The “Southern Train·Xiaoxiang” is the first Hunan cultural tourism themed special train in China, jointly launched by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. The train is designed with the concept of “Traveling through landscapes like a scroll, living in a painting,” integrating Hunan culture, intangible cultural heritage skills, and cuisine into the journey, making it an ideal choice for experiencing “slow travel in China.”
✨ Core Highlights
Comfortable Experience:All soft sleepers, capacity of about 264 people, with ample personal space.
Senior-Friendly Design:Carriages equipped with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS emergency buttons, and noise reduction technology to ensure the journey and rest quality of elderly passengers.
Professional Team:Provides “hotel butler + quality tour guide” service, accompanied by an onboard medical team, achieving “sightseeing during the day, sleeping well at night.”
📍 Departure Station:Guangzhou Baiyun Station
As a major transportation hub in South China, Guangzhou Baiyun Station is one of the main departure stations for the “Xiaoxiang.” The station has a dedicated service team for the special train, making it convenient for tourists to start their journey from home and embark on a “train is home” experience.
🚂 Xiaoxiang: A mobile living room of Hunan culture🛌 Detailed Explanation of Xiaoxiang Cabins
The “Xiaoxiang” offers various cabin types to meet different travel needs. All prices are per person, and specific costs and availability are subject to the final contract.
1. Xiaoxiang Suite: Premium Family Room
💰 Price:62,999 RMB/person
🛏 ️ Configuration:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity of 2-3 people, good privacy.
📐 Area:Approximately 10–12 square meters.
2. Zhengxiang Room: Comfortable Double Room
💰 Price:45,999 RMB/person
The “Southern Train·Xiaoxiang” is the first Hunan cultural tourism themed special train in China, jointly launched by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. The train is designed with the concept of “Traveling through landscapes like a scroll, living in a painting,” integrating Hunan culture, intangible cultural heritage skills, and cuisine into the journey, making it an ideal choice for experiencing “slow travel in China.”🛏 ️ Configuration:Comfortable double room without private bathroom.
📐 Area:Approximately 8–10 square meters.
3. Zhengxiang Room: High-Cost-Effectiveness Quad Room
💰 Price:42,999 RMB/person
🛏 ️ Configuration:High-cost-effectiveness quad room without private bathroom.
📐 Area:Approximately 10–12 square meters.
4. Yuanxiang Room: Convenient Quad Room
Upper Berth:17,999 RMB/person, convenient and comfortable style without private bathroom.
Lower Berth:19,999 RMB/person, convenient and comfortable style without private bathroom.
✨ Core Highlights📐 Area:Approximately 8–10 square meters.
🗺 ️ Brief Itinerary Overview
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the specific details are subject to the final travel notice.
D1:Itinerary Details——Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start a panoramic journey of the Western Regions; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the 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——Scenic sightseeing along the train route, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching 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 [Prince’s Palace], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Urumqi
Comfortable Experience: All soft sleepers, capacity of about 264 people, with ample personal space.D6:Itinerary Details——Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake of Tianshan] to enjoy 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; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun in the morning, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jiadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jiadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [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, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [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 highlight 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
D12:Itinerary Details——Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], and stay overnight in Taxkorgan County; Meals——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; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar
Senior-Friendly Design: Carriages equipped with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS emergency buttons, and noise reduction technology to ensure the journey and rest quality of elderly passengers.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; Meals——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; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Korla
D16:Itinerary Details——Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning for the return journey; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the return train route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details——Train route reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers disembark near their destinations and return to their warm homes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home
💰 Price Explanation
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the Xinjiang Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinfu 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 friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
Annual Limited Departures (Recommended 6 Periods, Miss and Gone)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train Cabin Types and Price List (Per Person Pricing)
Professional Team: Provides “hotel butler + quality tour guide” service, accompanied by an onboard medical team, achieving “sightseeing during the day, sleeping well at night.”Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type with private bathroom, capacity of 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Room Double:Comfortable double room without private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Room Quad:High-cost-effectiveness quad room without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Room Quad Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Room Quad Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
💡 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices for 2026; actual costs and availability are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
Prices may fluctuate due to factors such as departure periods and policies; it is recommended to consult early for confirmation.
📍 Departure Station: Guangzhou Baiyun Station📝 Booking Process
1. Consultation and Selection: Contact Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm the travel period and cabin type.
2. Submit Information: Provide each traveler’s name, valid ID number, etc., to secure the seat.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay the deposit as agreed and receive a receipt.
4. Sign Contract and Pay: Sign an electronic tourism contract regulated by the national cultural and tourism department, and pay the balance.
5. Pre-Trip Preparation: Arrange your own transportation to and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, and share the information with the travel agency.
6. Happy Departure: Arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at the notified time, and be transferred to the special train by dedicated vehicle.
📞 Registration and Consultation
As a major transportation hub in South China, Guangzhou Baiyun Station is one of the main departure stations for the “Xiaoxiang.” The station has a dedicated service team for the special train, making it convenient for tourists to start their journey from home and embark on a “train is home” experience.Registration Method:Unified registration through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
24-Hour Customer Service:For inquiries about routes, prices, departure periods, etc., contact the travel agency’s customer service at any time.
WeChat Consultation:Add the travel agency’s customer service WeChat to obtain detailed materials and itineraries.
Company Address:Please consult customer service directly for the specific office address.
📋 Cost and Service Description
✅ Cost Includes
Special train sleeper seats and local boutique hotel accommodation.
Most listed scenic spot entrance fees and internal transportation as per the itinerary.
Meals specified in the itinerary (usually breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
🛌 Detailed Explanation of Xiaoxiang Cabins Travel agency liability insurance and basic onboard medical support.
❌ Cost Excludes
Transportation costs to and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station.
Personal expenses (such as beverages, laundry, phone calls, etc.).
Scenic spot entrance fees and self-funded items not explicitly included in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
💡 Warm Tips
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange shared accommodation. If a single room is required, a supplement must be paid, with the specific amount subject to the contract.
The “Xiaoxiang” offers various cabin types to meet different travel needs. All prices are per person, and specific costs and availability are subject to the final contract. In case of weather, road conditions, or other changes during the trip, both parties can negotiate to make reasonable itinerary adjustments.
👨 👩👧👦 Who is Suitable for Riding the Xiaoxiang?
Retired Seniors:The itinerary has a slow pace, equipped with senior-friendly facilities and medical support, making it an ideal “slow travel” choice.
Family Travel:Family room design makes multi-generational trips more warm and eliminates the hassle of frequent hotel changes.
Travelers Who Dislike Hassles:With sleeper berths throughout the journey, no need to move luggage, making it a worry-free choice for long-distance travel.
🌟 Why is the Xiaoxiang Highly Favored?
1. Comfortable “Train + Hotel” Experience: The special train serves as the hotel, saving travel fatigue.
2. Thoughtful Senior-Friendly Design: From anti-slip handrails to onboard medical care, comprehensive protection for seniors.
3. Slow-Paced In-Depth Exploration: Say goodbye to “whirlwind tours” and enjoy the comfort of “sightseeing during the day, resting at night.”
4. Worry-Free Model with One Price Including Specified Items: Reduces the hassle of trip planning, allowing tourists to focus on enjoying the journey.
