Xiaoxiang Tourist Train 2026 Xinjiang Loop Itinerary and Official Price
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 railway-recognized regular travel agency: 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 the specific booking process, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚂 Xiaoxiang:A mobile living room of Hunan culture
The “Southern Train · Xiaoxiang” is a Hunan-themed comfortable tourist special train jointly launched by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is both a means of transportation and a “mobile cultural living room” full of Hunan cultural atmosphere, extending the “railway network” into a “cultural tourism network.”
First Launch and Theme:The train made its first launch in Changsha in April 2025, focusing on the “elderly-friendly service + cultural immersion” model, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends who want a slow-paced, in-depth tour.
Route Overview:This “Xiaoxiang” Xinjiang route departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, crosses multiple provinces, and finally returns to Guangzhou, lasting a total of 18 days. Along the way, you can enjoy various landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons, offering a rich experience.
🛌 Comfortable Sleeper Berths, Multiple Room Types
The “Xiaoxiang” train consists of 17 soft sleeper carriages, with a capacity of about 264 people, offering multiple room types. All compartments feature elderly-friendly designs such as non-slip floors, accessible handrails, emergency call buttons, and are equipped with temperature control and USB charging ports to ensure comfort during the journey.
This itinerary offers the following 5 room types:
1. 🥇 Xiaoxiang Mansion (Premium Room Type)
Configuration:With private bathroom, good privacy.
🚂 Xiaoxiang: Mobile Hunan Cultural Living RoomCapacity:2–3 people per room.
Reference Price:62,999 yuan/person.
2. 🛌 Zhenxiang Courtyard (Comfortable Double Room)
Configuration:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom.
Capacity:2 people per room.
Reference Price:45,999 yuan/person.
3. 🏠 Zhenxiang Courtyard (High-Cost-Effective Quad Room)
Configuration:High-cost-effective quad room, without private bathroom.
Capacity:4 people per room.
The “Southern Train · Xiaoxiang” is a Hunan-themed comfortable tourist special train jointly launched by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group. It is both a means of transportation and a “mobile cultural living room” full of Hunan cultural atmosphere, extending the “railway network” into a “cultural tourism network.”Reference Price:42,999 yuan/person.
4. 🚪 Yuanxiang Pavilion (Convenient Quad Room · Upper Berth)
Configuration:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom.
Capacity:4 people per room (upper berth).
Reference Price:17,999 yuan/person.
5. 🚶 Yuanxiang Pavilion (Convenient Quad Room · Lower Berth)
Configuration:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom.
Capacity:4 people per room (lower berth).
Reference Price:19,999 yuan/person.
First Launch and Theme: The train made its first launch in Changsha in April 2025, focusing on the “elderly-friendly service + cultural immersion” model, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends who want a slow-paced, in-depth tour.> Warm Tips:
> The above prices are per person, and different room types suit different travel needs. Prices are for reference only; actual costs and availability are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
🗺 ️ 18-Day Western Regions Panoramic Tour · Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the departure notice.
Day 1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou en route to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals: None; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
Day 2:Scenic sightseeing along the train route, with 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:Scenic sightseeing along the train route, with reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing regional landscapes; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
Day 4:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahaidai Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landforms; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Hami
Day 5:Visit [Huiwang Mansion], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, then take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Urumqi
Day 6:Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, then take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
Route Overview: This “Xiaoxiang” Xinjiang route departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, crosses multiple provinces, and finally returns to Guangzhou, lasting a total of 18 days. Along the way, you can enjoy various landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons, offering a rich experience.Day 7: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:Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset scenery, then take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
Day 9:Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then explore [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Nalati
Day 10: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:Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, then take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
Day 12:Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Tashkurgan; Meals: Subject to actual consultation and contract; Accommodation: Tashkurgan
Day 13:Depart from Tashkurgan, experience [Home Visits with Various Ethnic Groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [White Sand Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 14:Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, then take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
Day 15: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
🛌 Comfortable Sleeper Berths, Multiple Room TypesDay 16:Take the special train from Korla Station in the morning for the return journey; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
Day 17:Scenic sightseeing along the return train route, with reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Southern Special Train
Day 18:Train route reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers get off at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation: Warm Home
💰 Price Explanation and Registration Guide
Annual Limited Departures
This route is recommended to have 6 departures per year; if missed, you need to wait until the next year:
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, 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 Xinjiang Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinshu 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 materials)
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The “Xiaoxiang” train consists of 17 soft sleeper carriages, with a capacity of about 264 people, offering multiple room types. All compartments feature elderly-friendly designs such as non-slip floors, accessible handrails, emergency call buttons, and are equipped with temperature control and USB charging ports to ensure comfort during the journey. July 11
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Registration and Consultation
Registration Method:Unified registration through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Key Contact:Manager Yang Jia (Booking Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency).
Booking Process:
1. Consultation: Contact Manager Yang Jia to confirm the desired departure date and room type.
2. Contract: Sign a formal travel contract with the travel agency, clarifying the itinerary, costs, and service standards.
This itinerary offers the following 5 room types:3. Payment: Pay the amount as per the contract.
4. Preparation: Receive the departure notice before departure and prepare relevant documents and items as required.
> 💡 Warm Tips
> The prices and availability of travel products may fluctuate with departure dates. It is recommended to contact Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency as early as possible to get the latest information and complete the booking.
✅ Cost and Service Details
Included Items
Transportation:Round-trip sleeper berth fee on the Southern Special Train, local tourist bus in Xinjiang.
Accommodation:Sleeper berths on the special train and listed boutique hotels/inns at various destinations.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as indicated in the itinerary (excluding beverages and personal additional consumption).
Tickets:First admission tickets to listed scenic spots (excluding internal transportation, self-funded items, etc.).
1. 🥇 Xiaoxiang Mansion (Premium Room Type)Services:Full-tour guide commentary, special train butler service, and onboard medical support.
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance (it is recommended to purchase personal travel accident insurance separately).
Excluded Items
Personal transportation costs to and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station.
Meals and beverages not indicated in the itinerary.
Costs for internal transportation, cable cars, electric carts, etc., within scenic spots.
Personal expenses (such as laundry, phone calls, excess baggage, etc.).
Additional costs due to force majeure factors (such as weather, policies, etc.).
> Note:Specific included and excluded items are subject to actual consultation and contract.
Configuration: With private bathroom, good privacy.✨ Why Choose Xiaoxiang?
1. 🚆 Worry-Free Long-Distance Travel
Full-tour special train sleeper berths, no need to frequently change hotels or transportation, and no need to drag luggage over long distances, greatly relieving physical strain.
2. 👵 Gentle Pace, Elderly-Friendly
The itinerary design fully considers the pace of middle-aged and elderly tourists, touring during the day and resting on the stable special train at night, effectively avoiding travel fatigue.
3. 🛡️ Comprehensive Protection
The train is modified for elderly friendliness, equipped with an emergency call system. Onboard medical teams and professional service staff ensure health and safety during the journey.
4. 🏞️ One Trip to See the Essence of the Western Regions
The 18-day itinerary covers core Xinjiang attractions such as Hami Devil City, Kanas, Nalati, and Kashgar Old City, making it an ideal choice to experience Xinjiang’s diverse scenery in one go.
Capacity: 2–3 people per room.5. 🎭 Mobile Cultural Experience
The special train itself is a “flowing cultural living room,” with interior decoration incorporating Hunan culture and regular activities like Xiang embroidery and tea ceremonies, making the journey full of fun.
6. 👨👩👧👦 Pure Social Atmosphere
Most fellow travelers are middle-aged and elderly friends, allowing everyone to chat over tea, sing, and have fun during the trip, making new friends in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
7. 🍃 Healthy and Light Diet
Meals focus on balanced nutrition and light flavors, suitable for the dietary habits of middle-aged and elderly people, making the journey more comfortable for the stomach.
📞 Contact Us
If you have any questions about the “Xiaoxiang” route, feel free to consult:
📞 Phone Consultation:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
💬 WeChat Consultation:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
We will be happy to answer your questions and help you plan an unforgettable Xinjiang trip!
