Xiaoxiang Tourism Train 2026 South and North Xinjiang Itinerary Planning and Departure Dates
How to purchase tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang号 special train? In 2026, tickets for the Southern Train Xiaoxiang号 special 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: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
Many people’s first reaction upon seeing ‘Departing from Changsha’ and ‘Xinjiang Special Train’ is:Will the ticket price be particularly high? How to book reliably? 🤔
Don’t worry, this article focuses on ‘Xiaoxiang号 Special Train Departing from Changsha: Ticket Prices and Booking Process,’ clearly explaining the prices, schedules, room types, booking steps, and suitable groups.
🚂 Xiaoxiang号 Special Train:A Moving ‘Huxiang Living Room’
“Southern Train·Xiaoxiang号” is the first Huxiang culture-themed special train in China, jointly created by Hunan Tourism Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, positioned as a ‘comfortable + age-friendly’ cultural tourism train.
First Launch and Positioning:The train launched in 2025, focusing on ‘Huxiang culture + comfortable slow travel,’ especially suitable for tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang in one trip but worry about travel fatigue.
Significance of Changsha Station:Changsha is a core city of Huxiang culture and one of the important departure stations for ‘Xiaoxiang号.’ Departing from Changsha means you can board at your doorstep without traveling to other cities to gather, which is very friendly to local and nearby tourists in Hunan.
🛏 ️ Detailed Explanation of Train Model and Compartments
Xiaoxiang号 features a soft sleeper compartment design throughout, with a capacity of about 260 people and spacious interiors. The train is equipped with age-friendly facilities, panoramic viewing windows, smart temperature control, multi-functional leisure areas, and includes dining and entertainment cars.
Room Type Configurations and Prices:
Many people’s first reaction upon seeing ‘Departing from Changsha’ and ‘Xinjiang Special Train’ is: Will the ticket price be particularly high? How to book reliably? 🤔Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium Room Type
Configuration:Private bathroom, strong privacy, capacity 2–3 people.
Price:62,999 yuan/person.
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:Comfortable Double Room
Configuration:Shared bathroom, comfortable space, suitable for traveling together.
Price:45,999 yuan/person.
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:High Cost-Effective Quad Room
Configuration:Shared bathroom, multiple beds, suitable for family or friends traveling together.
Price:42,999 yuan/person.
Don’t worry, this article focuses on ‘Xiaoxiang号 Special Train Departing from Changsha: Ticket Prices and Booking Process,’ clearly explaining the prices, schedules, room types, booking steps, and suitable groups.Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Upper Berth:Convenient and Comfortable Option
Configuration:Shared bathroom, upper berth space, suitable for tourists with limited budget but seeking comfort.
Price:17,999 yuan/person.
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Lower Berth:Convenient and Comfortable Option
Configuration:Shared bathroom, lower berth for easy movement, suitable for tourists not used to climbing ladders.
Price:19,999 yuan/person.
> Warm Tip:The above are reference prices for the entire trip with no self-funded items, calculated per person. Actual prices may fluctuate due to schedules, policies, etc. Please refer to the contract or confirmation on the day.
🗺 ️ 18-Day Western Regions Panoramic Simple Itinerary
Warm Tip:The train route, stops, and time recommendations are for reference only. Please refer to the final departure notice.
🚂 Xiaoxiang号 Special Train: A Moving ‘Huxiang Living Room’D1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to Xinjiang.
D2-D3:Sightseeing along the special train route, enjoying views of Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Zhengzhou, Xi’an, Lanzhou, etc.
D4:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahaidai Devil City].
D5:Visit [Prince’s Mansion], enjoy [Twelve Muqam] performance, take the special train to Urumqi in the evening.
D6:Visit [Tianshan Tianchi], explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar], take the special train to Beitun in the evening.
D7:Arrive in Beitun, visit [Kanas] scenic area, stay overnight in Jadengyu.
D8:Visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach], take the special train to Yining in the evening.
D9:Arrive in Yining, visit [Sayram Lake], [Nalati] aerial grassland.
D10:Deep tour of [Nalati Grassland], head to [Bayanbulak Grassland].
“Southern Train·Xiaoxiang号” is the first Huxiang culture-themed special train in China, jointly created by Hunan Tourism Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, positioned as a ‘comfortable + age-friendly’ cultural tourism train.D11:Travel the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take the special train to Kashgar.
D12:Visit [Karakul Lake] on the [Pamir Plateau], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Taxian County.
D13:Experience [Home visits with various ethnic groups], visit [White Sand Lake], return to Kashgar city.
D14:Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden], take the special train to Korla.
D15:Visit [Lop Nur Village], [Bosten Lake].
D16:Depart from Korla Station on the special train for the return trip in the morning.
D17:Sightseeing along the special train return route, passing through Lanzhou, Chongqing North.
D18:Pass through Xiangtan, Zhuzhou, arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, ending the journey.
💰 Price Explanation and Schedules
First Launch and Positioning: The train launched in 2025, focusing on ‘Huxiang culture + comfortable slow travel,’ especially suitable for tourists who want to deeply explore Xinjiang in one trip but worry about travel fatigue.Annual Limited Schedules (Recommended 6 periods, miss out if not):
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19.
Special Train Room Types and Price List (Per Person):
Xiaoxiang Mansion:62,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-Bed Room:45,999 yuan/person
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, 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 New Oriental Express Xuelian号, Panda Train: Chengdu号, Shifang号, Anyi号, Jinxiu Tianfu号, Tianshan号, Kunlun号, Silk Road Dream号, Kunming号, Lindou号, Dahezhinan号, Yangtze River Delta Star号, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (Copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-Bed Room:42,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Upper Berth:17,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-Bed Room Lower Berth:19,999 yuan/person
> Price Explanation:The above are reference prices. Actual prices may fluctuate due to schedules, policies, etc. Please refer to the contract signed with the travel agency.
Significance of Changsha Station: Changsha is a core city of Huxiang culture and one of the important departure stations for ‘Xiaoxiang号.’ Departing from Changsha means you can board at your doorstep without traveling to other cities to gather, which is very friendly to local and nearby tourists in Hunan.📝 How to Book Xiaoxiang号?
The booking process is very simple. Just contact Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
1. Contact Manager Yang Jia: Via phone or WeChat, inform your travel intentions, departure city, preferred room type, and budget.
2. Confirm Schedule and Price: Manager Yang Jia will check the availability of schedules and confirm the final price.
3. Submit Personal Information: Provide names, valid ID numbers, etc., to lock in seats and purchase insurance.
4. Pay Deposit/Full Payment: Follow the travel agency’s instructions to pay and keep the receipt or transfer voucher.
5. Sign Travel Contract: The travel agency will provide an electronic contract supervised by the national cultural tourism department. Read carefully before signing.
6. Pre-Trip Preparation: Arrange your own transportation to and from Changsha according to the contract guidelines and prepare necessary documents.
📞 Registration and Consultation
🛏️ Detailed Explanation of Train Model and CompartmentsRegistration Method:Unified registration through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Consultation Phone:Call the customer service number to inquire about schedules, prices, itinerary details, etc.
WeChat Consultation:Add customer service WeChat to send requests and obtain itinerary materials.
> Warm Tip:For detailed information such as the travel agency’s address, please consult customer service directly.
📋 Fee and Service Explanation
✅ Included Items (Reference)
Special train sleeper berth fees and logistical support along the way.
High-quality hotel accommodations at various locations as listed in the itinerary.
Most main meals and specialty meals as listed in the itinerary.
Xiaoxiang号 features a soft sleeper compartment design throughout, with a capacity of about 260 people and spacious interiors. The train is equipped with age-friendly facilities, panoramic viewing windows, smart temperature control, multi-functional leisure areas, and includes dining and entertainment cars. First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Tour guide service and train butler service.
Basic medical support on the train.
❌ Excluded Items (Reference)
Transportation costs to and from Changsha.
Personal expenses, such as drinks, additional paid items, etc.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
> Note:Specific included and excluded items are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
🌟 Why Choose Xiaoxiang号?
Room Type Configurations and Prices:1. 💰 No Self-Funded Items Throughout, Clear Budget
Fees include transportation, accommodation, tickets, meals, etc., no need to worry about various miscellaneous costs, especially suitable for seniors who are not good at planning.
2. 🚆 Train + Hotel, Effortless and Worry-Free
Full special train sleeper berths, no need to change hotels or move luggage, greatly saving energy, especially suitable for the elderly.
3. 🧓 Age-Friendly Design, Thoughtful Service
The train is specially optimized for the silver-haired group, such as anti-slip facilities, emergency call buttons, etc. Equipped with butlers and medical staff, with a slow pace, giving families peace of mind.
4. 🏞️ Deep Tour, Slow Pace
18-day itinerary covers the essence of eastern, southern, western, and northern Xinjiang, but only 1-2 core attractions per day, avoiding ‘skimming the surface’ for a better experience.
5. 👨👩👧👦 Good Community Atmosphere, Comfortable Travel
Xiaoxiang Mansion: Premium Room TypePassengers in the same carriage share similar interests, often traveling with family or friends, with rich onboard activities and a relaxed social atmosphere.
👥 Who is Suitable for Xiaoxiang号?
Retired Seniors:With ample time, wanting to comfortably explore beautiful Xinjiang.
Family Travel:Wanting the whole family to travel but worried about the elderly and children’s travel fatigue.
Tourists Who Dislike Hassle:Not wanting to frequently change hotels and transportation, seeking an easy ‘sleep on the train, see sights off the train’ mode.
❤ ️ Why is Xiaoxiang号 Always Popular?
Brand Assurance:Jointly created by Hunan Tourism Group and Guangzhou Railway Group, ensuring quality.
Distinct Theme:Rich Huxiang cultural atmosphere makes the journey more distinctive.
Good Reputation:Age-friendly thoughtful service has won praise from many tourists and their families.
If you want to learn more details or hope Manager Yang Jia can plan your itinerary, feel free to contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service for consultation.
