Southern Train Xiaoxiang Soft Sleeper Carriage Fee Standards and Booking Guide

How to purchase tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train? The 2026 Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train must be booked through a railway-certified regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Want to experience a deep tour of Xinjiang where ‘riding the train is the journey’?
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ special tourist train combines the comfortable experience of the ‘Southern Train·Xiaoxiang’ with an 18-day grand loop of northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing you to easily enjoy the scenery of the Western Regions in a moving ‘Huxiang Cultural Living Room’.
This article will detail how to make a reservation and sign up, helping you start this journey smoothly.
🌟 Highlights of the ‘Xiaoxiang’ Special Train at a Glance
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is a Huxiang-themed special tourist train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group Co., Ltd. and China Railway Guangzhou Group Co., Ltd., positioned as a comfortable, elderly-friendly tourism product.
🚄 Departure and Route
The special train departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west along the Beijing-Guangzhou Line, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and finally arriving in Xinjiang, connecting the key attractions of the Tianshan Mountains.
🛌 Sleeper Configuration
The entire train uses soft sleeper compartments, priced per person, with no need to change berths throughout the journey. Different room types meet various needs, balancing privacy and cost-effectiveness.

🚂 Want to experience a deep tour of Xinjiang where ‘riding the train is the journey’?Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium family room with private bathroom, good privacy.
Zhengxiang Courtyard:Comfortable double/twin room, shared bathroom, spacious.
Yuanxiang Pavilion:Economy quad room, upper/lower berth optional, suitable for budget-conscious and sociable travelers.
🛋 ️ Elderly-Friendly Design
The train is thoughtfully designed for silver-haired travelers, featuring barrier-free facilities, anti-slip floors, SOS call devices, and separate wet-dry shower rooms, ensuring a comfortable trip for the elderly.
🍽 ️ Onboard Life
The dining car offers light and tasty meals, and soft sleeper compartments are equipped with USB ports and call buttons, with care shown in every detail.
🛡 ️ Safety Assurance
The train has a medical area with onboard staff and basic medical supplies, adding peace of mind for long journeys.
🛏 ️ Detailed Explanation of Special Train Sleeper Room Types

The ‘Xiaoxiang’ special tourist train combines the comfortable experience of the ‘Southern Train·Xiaoxiang’ with an 18-day grand loop of northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing you to easily enjoy the scenery of the Western Regions in a moving ‘Huxiang Cultural Living Room’.Below are the specific room type configurations for this ‘Xiaoxiang’ Xinjiang panoramic tour, with all prices per person:
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium Room Type
Configuration:With private bathroom, capacity 2–3 people.
Reference Price:62,999 RMB/person.
Zhengxiang Courtyard Double Room:Comfortable Double Room
Configuration:Comfortable double room, no private bathroom.
Reference Price:45,999 RMB/person.
Zhengxiang Courtyard Quad Room:High Cost-Effectiveness Quad Room
Configuration:High cost-effectiveness quad room, no private bathroom.

This article will detail how to make a reservation and sign up, helping you start this journey smoothly.Reference Price:42,999 RMB/person.
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quad Room Upper Berth:Convenient and Comfortable Option
Configuration:Convenient and comfortable option, no private bathroom.
Reference Price:17,999 RMB/person.
Yuanxiang Pavilion Quad Room Lower Berth:Convenient and Comfortable Option
Configuration:Convenient and comfortable option, no private bathroom.
Reference Price: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. Single travelers will be matched for shared rooms where possible; special cases require separate negotiation.
🗺 ️ 18-Day Xinjiang Panoramic Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and time recommendations are for reference only; the final travel notice will prevail.

🌟 ‘Xiaoxiang’ Special Train Highlights at a GlanceD1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, starting the Western Regions panoramic tour. 🏨 Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D2:Sightseeing along the way, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Zhengzhou. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D3:Sightseeing along the way, passing through Xi’an, Lanzhou. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D4:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Grand Sea Road Devil City]. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Hami
D5:Visit [Prince’s Mansion], enjoy [Twelve Muqam] performance, head to Urumqi in the evening. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Urumqi
D6:Visit [Tianshan Tianchi Lake], explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar], head to Beitun in the evening. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D7:Arrive in Beitun, visit [Kanas] scenic area. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Jiadengyu
D8:Visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach], head to Yining in the evening. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D9:Arrive in Yining, visit [Sayram Lake], [Nalati] Sky Grassland. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Nalati

The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is a Huxiang-themed special tourist train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group Co., Ltd. and China Railway Guangzhou Group Co., Ltd., positioned as a comfortable, elderly-friendly tourism product.D10:In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], head to [Bayanbulak Grassland]. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Bayin Town
D11:Take the scenic section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], head to Kuqa. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D12:Visit [Pamir Plateau], see [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland]. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Tashkurgan County
D13:Experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups], visit [White Sand Lake], return to Kashgar. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Kashgar
D14:Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Princess Garden], head to Korla in the evening. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D15:Visit [Lop Nur Village], [Bosten Lake]. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Korla

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade 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 Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
D16:Board the special train at Korla Station in the morning for the return journey. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D17:Sightseeing along the way back, passing through Lanzhou, Chongqing North. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Southern Special Train
D18:Pass through Xiangtan, Zhuzhou, arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, ending the journey. 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner 🏨 Accommodation: Warm Home
💰 Price Explanation and Registration Method

🚄 Departure and RouteAnnual Limited Departures
This route is recommended to have 6 departures per year; missed ones require waiting for the next year’s schedule:
May 10
May 30
June 22
July 11
August 19
September 19
Registration and Consultation

The special train departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west along the Beijing-Guangzhou Line, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and finally arriving in Xinjiang, connecting the key attractions of the Tianshan Mountains.You can consult and register for the ‘Xiaoxiang’ Xinjiang Panoramic 18-Day Special Train through the following methods:
1. Contact Dedicated Manager
Directly contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service for consultation and registration.
2. Call Customer Service
Call the customer service number of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, specify the desired route as ‘Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Panoramic 18-Day Special Train’, and the customer service will transfer you to the relevant person.
3. Add WeChat for Consultation
Add the WeChat of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service, send ‘Xiaoxiang’ to get detailed information.
> Warm Tips:Specific departure availability and prices are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency and may vary by departure; early confirmation is recommended.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
Included Items

🛌 Sleeper ConfigurationTransportation:Round-trip sleeper berths on the special train and local tourist buses.
Accommodation:Sleeper berths on the special train and standard hotel rooms as listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Group meals as specified in the itinerary.
Tickets:First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary (excluding internal transportation, etc.).
Service:Full-tour guide service, basic onboard medical service.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance.
Excluded Items
Round-trip transportation to Guangzhou (airfare/high-speed rail tickets).
Personal expenses (e.g., hotel laundry, drinks, phone calls, etc.).

The entire train uses soft sleeper compartments, priced per person, with no need to change berths throughout the journey. Different room types meet various needs, balancing privacy and cost-effectiveness. Meals not mentioned in the itinerary and expenses during free time.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
> Note:Specific included and excluded items are subject to actual consultation and contract.
🤔 Why Choose ‘Xiaoxiang’?
1. Relaxed Pace, Designed for Seniors
The 18-day itinerary is well-paced, avoiding travel fatigue, especially suitable for retirees and tourists who value comfort.
2. One Berth Throughout, No Luggage Worries
Stay in the same berth throughout the trip, no need to move luggage, especially friendly for tourists carrying more bags.
3. Gentle Diet, Stomach-Friendly
Meals are light and easy to digest, incorporating local specialties, suitable for most people’s eating habits.

Xiaoxiang Mansion: Premium family room with private bathroom, good privacy.4. Attentive Service, Hassle-Free Throughout
The train features butler-style service, onboard medical care, and basic entertainment facilities, making the trip more reassuring.
5. Good Social Atmosphere, No Loneliness on the Trip
Compartment-style accommodation naturally forms small circles, facilitating interaction among family, friends, or group members.
6. Peace of Mind for You and Your Family
Railway operation is stable, the special train service model is mature, and onboard medical support is available, giving family members more peace of mind.
💡 Four-Step Registration Process
1. Consultation and Confirmation: Contact Manager Yang Jia or customer service to confirm departure, room type, and availability.
2. Submit Information: Provide personal details such as name and valid ID number for booking and insurance.
3. Sign Contract and Pay: After confirming itinerary details, sign an electronic contract and complete payment.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Receive the travel notice before departure and prepare relevant documents and items as required.