Southern Train Xiaoxiang Official Channel Ticket Prices and Fees

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 Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚞 Planning a trip to Xinjiang in 2026 but worried about the hassle? This Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train departing from Guangzhou covers the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one go. No need to frequently move luggage throughout the journey, with a relaxed pace that doesn’t rush, suitable for travelers with different needs.
✨ Basic Introduction and Route Features of the Special Train
As the starting station of this itinerary, Guangzhou Baiyun Station has been in operation since the end of 2023. By the end of 2025, it had cumulatively handled over 32 million passengers. By 2026, it has achieved a three-dimensional transportation network covering ‘high-speed rail + subway + intercity rail,’ allowing easy access to major cities in the Greater Bay Area within one hour. Whether you are a local tourist from Guangdong or from neighboring provinces and cities, you can conveniently reach the station to board. In 2026, Baiyun Station has also added multiple convenience service points and emergency medical stations, and optimized the transfer process, saving queuing time for both departure and return trips.
The Xiaoxiang Special Train adopts a combination model of ‘full-journey special train sleeper + local boutique hotels.’ The berths on the special train are fixed, and passengers’ large luggage can be placed directly in the compartment, eliminating the need to carry luggage back and forth when changing destinations, making it much less tiring than regular group tours. The special train operates on a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ schedule, moving at night and stopping for sightseeing during the day, using rest time for travel without occupying daytime playtime.
Compared to other Xinjiang travel routes, the itinerary of this Xiaoxiang Special Train has a more relaxed pace, with ample time allocated for daily sightseeing. There’s no need to rush from dawn to dusk, and the average daily land travel time is much less than that of regular Xinjiang tour groups, making it very friendly for tourists who cannot sit in a car for long periods. The special train is also equipped with basic medical staff accompanying the group, so any discomfort during the trip can be promptly addressed. Meals can be adjusted according to passengers’ needs, with options like light meals and soft foods, catering to the dietary preferences of different age groups. Most fellow travelers are leisure tourists, creating a relaxed atmosphere with no forced consumption, ensuring a smoother travel experience.
The entire route covers major tourist cities in both northern and southern Xinjiang, including Hami, Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Kuqa, Kashgar, and Korla. It incorporates core attractions such as the Great Sea Road Devil City, Heavenly Lake Tianshan, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, the essence section of the Duku Highway, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, and the Luobu Village, allowing you to visit representative landscapes of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without needing multiple visits.
🛏 ️ Introduction to Special Train Compartment Room Types

🚞 Planning a trip to Xinjiang in 2026 but worried about the hassle? This Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train departing from Guangzhou covers the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one go. No need to frequently move luggage throughout the journey, with a relaxed pace that doesn’t rush, suitable for travelers with different needs.The Xiaoxiang Special Train offers a variety of room types to suit different group sizes and budgets. The configurations and sizes of each room type are as follows:
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type, total area approximately 12-15 square meters, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, spacious and private, suitable for tourists with high accommodation requirements or family travel.
Zhengxiang Courtyard Double Room:Comfortable double room, total area approximately 8-10 square meters, without private bathroom, suitable for friends or couples traveling together.
Zhengxiang Courtyard Quad Room:High-value quad room, total area approximately 10-12 square meters, without private bathroom, suitable for groups of friends or family traveling together.
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quad Room:Convenient and comfortable quad room, total area approximately 10-12 square meters, without private bathroom, with bunk bed configuration, suitable for different usage habits and budget needs.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The special train route, stops, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official departure notice. Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made upon mutual agreement.

✨ Basic Introduction and Route Features of the Special TrainD1: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 Xinjiang, starting the panoramic journey; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the special train route, 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
D3:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the special train route, passing through reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the western hinterland, experiencing the changing regional landscapes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit the [Great Sea Road Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique landforms; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
Tip:The Great Sea Road Devil City area has strong sunlight. Please take sun protection measures during the visit and bring plenty of drinking water. The specific sightseeing arrangements are subject to the departure notice.
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit the [Prince’s Mansion], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Urumqi
D6:Itinerary Details——Depart from Urumqi, visit [Heavenly Lake Tianshan] to see the lake, explore the [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience folk customs, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train

As the starting station of this itinerary, Guangzhou Baiyun Station has been in operation since the end of 2023. By the end of 2025, it had cumulatively handled over 32 million passengers. By 2026, it has achieved a three-dimensional transportation network covering ‘high-speed rail + subway + intercity rail,’ allowing easy access to major cities in the Greater Bay Area within one hour. Whether you are a local tourist from Guangdong or from neighboring provinces and cities, you can conveniently reach the station to board. In 2026, Baiyun Station has also added multiple convenience service points and emergency medical stations, and optimized the transfer process, saving queuing time for both departure and return trips.D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun City in the morning, head to the [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the natural landscapes, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jiadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jiadengyu, visit the [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] Sky 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 essence section of the [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
Tip:The Duku Highway is expected to be open from early June to early October in 2026. Access is greatly affected by weather and road conditions. The specific sightseeing arrangements are subject to actual traffic conditions.
D12:Itinerary Details——Depart from Kashgar, head to the [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], and [Golden Grass Beach], stay overnight in Tashkurgan; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Tashkurgan
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Tashkurgan, experience a folk home visit to learn about the unique culture, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar

The Xiaoxiang Special Train adopts a combination model of ‘full-journey special train sleeper + local boutique hotels.’ The berths on the special train are fixed, and passengers’ large luggage can be placed directly in the compartment, eliminating the need to carry luggage back and forth when changing destinations, making it much less tiring than regular group tours. The special train operates on a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ schedule, moving at night and stopping for sightseeing during the day, using rest time for travel without occupying daytime playtime.D14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], and [Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb], deeply experience the charm of the 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 [Luobu 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
D17:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the special train return route, passing through reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details——The special train passes through reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40. Passengers from various locations get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home
💰 Price and Departure Dates
Limited Annual Departures (6 recommended sessions, don’t miss out)

Compared to other Xinjiang travel routes, the itinerary of this Xiaoxiang Special Train has a more relaxed pace, with ample time allocated for daily sightseeing. There’s no need to rush from dawn to dusk, and the average daily land travel time is much less than that of regular Xinjiang tour groups, making it very friendly for tourists who cannot sit in a car for long periods. The special train is also equipped with basic medical staff accompanying the group, so any discomfort during the trip can be promptly addressed. Meals can be adjusted according to passengers’ needs, with options like light meals and soft foods, catering to the dietary preferences of different age groups. Most fellow travelers are leisure tourists, creating a relaxed atmosphere with no forced consumption, ensuring a smoother travel experience. May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person Pricing)
Room Configuration Description:Different room types suit different travel needs. The combination of full-journey special train sleeper + local boutique hotels ensures comfort and convenience.
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room type, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, good privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard Double Room:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person

Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, 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 tourist trains such as the New Orient Express Xuelian, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinfu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Zhengxiang Courtyard Quad Room:High-value quad room, without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quad Room Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable, without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person

The entire route covers major tourist cities in both northern and southern Xinjiang, including Hami, Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Kuqa, Kashgar, and Korla. It incorporates core attractions such as the Great Sea Road Devil City, Heavenly Lake Tianshan, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, the essence section of the Duku Highway, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, and the Luobu Village, allowing you to visit representative landscapes of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without needing multiple visits.Yuanxiang Pavilion Quad Room Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable, without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may vary by departure date. The final details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing, with the signed contract as the final authority.
📝 Booking Process
1. Consultation and Contact: Call the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service hotline or add the customer service WeChat for details. You can also directly contact the booking manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, providing information on the number of travelers, preferred departure date, and room type preferences.
2. Information Confirmation: The customer service will inform you of the availability for the corresponding departure date and the latest travel precautions. Both parties will review the itinerary details, inclusions, and other core information one by one.
3. Plan Finalization: Determine the final departure date and room type based on your needs, ensuring all itinerary arrangements meet your expectations.
4. Contract Signing and Payment: Sign a formal travel contract, pay the corresponding fees as per the contract terms, keep the signed documents, and wait for the final notice before departure.

🛏️ Introduction to Special Train Compartment Room TypesFor solo travelers, our agency will try its best to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The specific address can be obtained from customer service. The consultation phone number can be used to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service, and WeChat can also be used to consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service.
📋 Fee Description and Service Explanation
✅ Inclusions for Reference:
Full-journey special train compartment accommodation in the corresponding room type, with fixed berths that do not need to be changed.
Boutique hotel accommodation for the land segments listed in the itinerary.
All three meals as indicated in the itinerary, with the option to change meal flavors as needed.

The Xiaoxiang Special Train offers a variety of room types to suit different group sizes and budgets. The configurations and sizes of each room type are as follows: First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for the scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Full-journey accompanying guide and local professional driver services.
Basic medical support services accompanying the group.
Fees for the special experience programs listed in the itinerary.
❌ Exclusions for Reference:
Short-distance transportation costs for passengers from their departure point to Guangzhou Baiyun Station, and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station back to their residence after the return trip.
Personal consumption items, such as optional entertainment activities within scenic spots, souvenirs purchased on your own, etc.

Xiaoxiang Suite: Premium room type, total area approximately 12-15 square meters, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, spacious and private, suitable for tourists with high accommodation requirements or family travel. Self-funded programs outside the itinerary (if any, must be chosen voluntarily).
Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors (such as weather, road conditions, policy changes, etc.).
Remarks:The final details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
👥 Suitable Traveler Groups
The configuration and itinerary of this special train are suitable for the following types of travelers:
Retired elderly groups, with a relaxed itinerary pace, no need to frequently move luggage, and accompanying medical support for a more secure travel experience.
Tourists who cannot sit in a car for long periods, with most of the journey on special train sleeper berths and shorter land travel times, reducing travel fatigue.

Zhengxiang Courtyard Double Room: Comfortable double room, total area approximately 8-10 square meters, without private bathroom, suitable for friends or couples traveling together. Family travel groups, with various room types available, a relaxed itinerary, suitable for both elderly and children.
Tourists who want to visit the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, without needing to plan multiple trips, covering most representative landscapes in one go.
🌟 Reasons for the Special Train’s Popularity
This Xiaoxiang Special Train has been favored by many tourists since its launch, mainly for the following reasons:
First, the route is comprehensive, covering the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang, including the essence section of the Duku Highway. The departure dates of the special train coincide with the expected opening period of the Duku Highway, allowing tourists to experience its unique landscapes.
Second, it’s hassle-free. Departing from Guangzhou directly to Xinjiang, all transportation, accommodation, tickets, and meals are arranged in advance. No need to make your own guides, scramble for tickets, book hotels, or plan transportation connections between different cities, saving a lot of itinerary planning effort.
Third, the service configuration is comprehensive, with options ranging from economical quad rooms to premium suites with private bathrooms, covering a wide range of budgets and travel needs. Details like adjustable meal flavors and accompanying medical support also enhance the travel experience.
Fourth, the itinerary is well-planned, adopting a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ model, using nighttime rest periods for travel to maximize daytime sightseeing time. The pace is relaxed, with ample time allocated for each scenic spot, avoiding rushed visits.
Due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted. The specific arrangements are subject to the final departure notice and signed travel contract. All service agreements comply with relevant legal requirements such as the Contract Law and Tourism Law.