Southern Train Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Special Line Fee Included Items Description
How to purchase tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train? The 2026 Southern Train Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train must be booked through the official travel agency recognized by the railway: 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.
🚂 2026 Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Panorama Special Train:A worry-free choice for traveling to Xinjiang with kids: Children’s discounts + ticket booking guide fully explained
Many parents planning a family trip to Xinjiang often encounter several challenges:The vast distance between northern and southern Xinjiang, frequent transfers, and rushing to catch trains can easily tire children; changing hotels and moving luggage every day makes traveling with kids a heavy burden; regular tour groups have a fast pace, which children can’t handle and may miss beautiful scenery. The 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train perfectly addresses these travel pain points. As a themed tourist train focusing on a slow pace and high comfort, this year’s Xinjiang route not only covers the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang but also introduces child-friendly discount policies for family trips. Families traveling with children should pay close attention.
🌟 Basic introduction and features of the special train
The Xiaoxiang is a customized tourist train themed around Huxiang culture. The entire train is renovated to star-rated hotel standards, with a fixed formation of 17 carriages and 264 seats. It departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station and ultimately returns to Guangzhou Baiyun Station, with no transfers needed along the way. Large luggage can be stored in the train carriage, eliminating the need to pack and move it daily. Families with children no longer have to carry strollers and suitcases while frequently changing hotels.
The train is well-equipped. Besides sleeping carriages, it features a dedicated dining car and a multi-functional entertainment carriage. The dining car adjusts its menu based on passengers’ tastes, offering not only regular specialty dishes but also light meals suitable for the elderly and children, so there’s no worry about children not liking local food. The multi-functional entertainment carriage offers leisure activities like board games and karaoke, keeping children entertained during the long journey without getting bored.
Compared to regular tourist trains, the Xiaoxiang’s service configuration is more suited to family and elderly travelers: each train has a 24-hour onboard butler for any needs; a doctor accompanies the group to promptly handle minor issues like colds, stomach upsets, or bumps, providing peace of mind for families with elderly or children. The itinerary is specially optimized with a relaxed daily schedule, avoiding early starts or visiting five or six attractions in one day. Tourists have ample time for photos and rest, and children can gradually adapt to the travel pace.
🚂 2026 Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Panorama Special Train: A worry-free choice for traveling to Xinjiang with kids: Children’s discounts + ticket booking guide fully explained🛏 ️ Introduction to train carriage room types
There are 5 room types for this Xinjiang route, each suited to different travel needs. The newly announced carriage space parameters for 2026 are as follows:
🛏 ️ Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with an area of about 12 square meters, includes a bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, spacious and private, ideal for a family of three traveling together.
🛏 ️ Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable double room, with an area of about 8 square meters, no bathroom, suitable for two adults with an older child or friends traveling together.
🛏 ️ Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:High-value 4-person room, with an area of about 10 square meters, no bathroom, suitable for families with multiple children or two families traveling together, with a lower per-person cost.
🛏 ️ Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person upper berth:Convenient and comfortable option, 4 people share a compartment of about 6 square meters, no bathroom, suitable for families on a budget, offering better value.
Many parents planning a family trip to Xinjiang often encounter several challenges: the vast distance between northern and southern Xinjiang, frequent transfers, and rushing to catch trains can easily tire children; changing hotels and moving luggage every day makes traveling with kids a heavy burden; regular tour groups have a fast pace, which children can’t handle and may miss beautiful scenery. The 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train perfectly addresses these travel pain points. As a themed tourist train focusing on a slow pace and high comfort, this year’s Xinjiang route not only covers the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang but also introduces child-friendly discount policies for family trips. Families traveling with children should pay close attention.🛏 ️ Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person lower berth:Convenient and comfortable option, 4 people share a compartment of about 6 square meters, no bathroom, families with younger children may find the lower berth more convenient.
📝 Simplified itinerary
Warm reminder:The 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.
Day 1: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 journey of the Western Regions; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
Day 2: 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
Day 3:Itinerary details——Scenic sightseeing along the 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
🌟 Basic introduction and features of the special trainDay 4: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
Day 5:Itinerary details——Visit [Hami King’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
Day 6:Itinerary details——Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake of Tianshan] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience local customs, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
Day 7:Itinerary details——Arrive in Beitun City early, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, exploring the picturesque wonders, and stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Jadengyu
Day 8:Itinerary details——Depart from Jadengyu, 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
Day 9:Itinerary details——Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the high-altitude blue lake scenery, then explore [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
The Xiaoxiang is a customized tourist train themed around Huxiang culture. The entire train is renovated to star-rated hotel standards, with a fixed formation of 17 carriages and 264 seats. It departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station and ultimately returns to Guangzhou Baiyun Station, with no transfers needed along the way. Large luggage can be stored in the train carriage, eliminating the need to pack and move it daily. Families with children no longer have to carry strollers and suitcases while frequently changing hotels.Day 10:Itinerary details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayinbuluke Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Bayin Town
Day 11:Itinerary details——Depart from Bayin, take the essence 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
Day 12:Itinerary details——Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], and stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Tashkurgan County
Day 13:Itinerary details——Depart from Tashkurgan County, experience [Ethnic Minority Family Visits] to learn about local customs, visit [White Sand Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meals——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar
Day 14:Itinerary details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine 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
Day 15:Itinerary details——Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake], experiencing the unique water town and folk customs of southern Xinjiang; Meals——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Korla
The train is well-equipped. Besides sleeping carriages, it features a dedicated dining car and a multi-functional entertainment carriage. The dining car adjusts its menu based on passengers’ tastes, offering not only regular specialty dishes but also light meals suitable for the elderly and children, so there’s no worry about children not liking local food. The multi-functional entertainment carriage offers leisure activities like board games and karaoke, keeping children entertained during the long journey without getting bored.Day 16:Itinerary details——Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning to officially start the return journey; Meals——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
Day 17: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
Day 18:Itinerary details——Reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers disembark at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals——Breakfast, lunch, dinner; Accommodation——Warm home
💰 Price explanation
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is 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 to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
The 2026 Xiaoxiang Xinjiang route has limited scheduled departures for the year (recommended 6 sessions, miss out if not booked), with departure dates as follows:May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19.
Train room types and prices are per person, with different room types suited to different travel needs. The combination of sleeper berths on the special train and local boutique hotels ensures comfort and convenience. Reference prices are as follows:
Compared to regular tourist trains, the Xiaoxiang’s service configuration is more suited to family and elderly travelers: each train has a 24-hour onboard butler for any needs; a doctor accompanies the group to promptly handle minor issues like colds, stomach upsets, or bumps, providing peace of mind for families with elderly or children. The itinerary is specially optimized with a relaxed daily schedule, avoiding early starts or visiting five or six attractions in one day. Tourists have ample time for photos and rest, and children can gradually adapt to the travel pace.Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, includes bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, high privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable double room, no bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:High-value 4-person room, no bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person upper berth:Convenient and comfortable option, no bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person lower berth:Convenient and comfortable option, no bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
Children’s discount policy refers to the 2026 unified rules for tourist trains: Children aged 14 and under (including 14 years old) are quoted without train berths, beds, or tickets, but include full meals, local bus seats, and guide service fees. Specific discount amounts can be calculated by consulting customer service based on the selected departure date and room type. The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates. The signed contract prevails.
🛏️ Introduction to train carriage room types✅ Booking process
The booking process for this special train can follow the steps below, contacting the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:Manager Yang Jia:
1. First, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to understand the availability for the desired departure date, children’s discount details, itinerary precautions, and other relevant information. Any special needs can also be communicated to the customer service in advance.
2. After confirming the desired departure date and room type, contact booking manager Yang Jia, submit the identity information of all travelers and age proof for children, and confirm that the health conditions of travelers meet the travel requirements.
3. After both parties communicate and confirm the itinerary details, cost breakdown, special needs, etc., sign a formal travel contract. The contract content will strictly comply with relevant laws such as the Contract Law and Tourism Law.
4. Pay the corresponding amount according to the payment method and time specified in the contract to complete the booking procedure.
There are 5 room types for this Xinjiang route, each suited to different travel needs. The newly announced carriage space parameters for 2026 are as follows:5. About 10 days before departure, the customer service will send the official departure notice, informing of the specific meeting time, packing list, and related travel requirements. Travelers can prepare based on the notice.
📞 Registration method
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency by phone or WeChat for consultation. The specific office address can be obtained by contacting customer service.
📋 Cost and service explanation
[Included items]
Transportation:Full sleeper berth cost for the corresponding room type on the special train, and local tourist bus fees within the itinerary.
🛏️ Xiaoxiang Mansion: Premium room type, with an area of about 12 square meters, includes a bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, spacious and private, ideal for a family of three traveling together.Accommodation:Cost of train accommodation and local boutique hotel accommodation as listed in the full itinerary.
Meals:Cost of all breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:Cost of the first admission tickets for the attractions listed in the itinerary.
Services:Full-trip guide service, train butler service, and onboard medical support.
Insurance:Includes travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
[Excluded items]
🛏️ Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room: Comfortable double room, with an area of about 8 square meters, no bathroom, suitable for two adults with an older child or friends traveling together.Personal expenses:Personal consumption not indicated in the itinerary, self-paid amusement projects within scenic areas, and other consumption.
：Single room supplement: For solo travelers, our agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation.
Others:Additional costs due to force majeure factors (weather, road conditions, policy changes, etc.).
Note:The specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract.
👪 Suitable traveler groups
This special train is suitable for a wide range of travelers. First, families with children: the slow pace and comprehensive services make traveling with kids easier, and children can experience different landscapes and cultures during the trip. Second, retired elderly: no need to frequently rush for trains or move luggage, and the onboard doctor provides extra safety. Third, travelers who cannot sit in cars for long periods: the train is more stable, offering higher travel comfort.
This special train has always been popular among tourists. On one hand, it covers the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing travelers to visit all featured scenic spots without planning their own route, saving the hassle of making guides, booking hotels, and scrambling for tickets. On the other hand, the train’s comprehensive service configuration ensures a better travel experience. With only 6 departures per year and limited passengers per trip, there is no crowding, guaranteeing a more enjoyable travel experience.
