2026 Guangzhou Departure Xiaoxiang Special Train How to Register and How Much It Costs
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Southern Xiaoxiang Tour Train? The New Southern Xiaoxiang Tour Train tickets must be purchased through the professional railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour ☎TEL: 0991-8585456) WeChat Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 “Xiaoxiang” Tour Train:A slow-paced cultural journey across the east and west, starting from Guangzhou to explore all of Xinjiang
Tired of rushing through attractions, moving luggage, and scrambling for tickets and transfers? Want to leisurely see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities in 18 days? The newly upgraded 2026 “Xiaoxiang” tour train, as a “mobile cultural living room,” departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west into the heart of the Western Regions. This journey not only covers the core landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang but also integrates Hunan cultural elements, creating a comfortable, worry-free, and relaxing deep experience.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction
The “Xiaoxiang” is a themed tour train jointly launched by China Railway Guangzhou Group Co., Ltd. and Hunan cultural tourism units, with fully optimized service configurations in 2026. The train features a 17-car fixed formation, all soft sleeper design, with a capacity of about 260 people. It incorporates intangible cultural heritage details like Xiang embroidery and lacquer fan DIY, creating a rich cultural atmosphere.
The route starts from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, passing through Hunan, Hubei, Henan, Shaanxi, and Gansu, finally deep into Xinjiang, connecting over 20 classic destinations such as Hami, Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kashgar, covering Eastern, Northern, and Southern Xinjiang in one trip. The entire journey adopts a “travel by night, sightsee by day, scenery moves with the train” model: focus on sightseeing during the day, sleep soundly in the stable carriage at night, with no need to frequently change hotels or drag luggage.
The itinerary covers various landscapes and cultural attractions such as yardang landforms, plateau lakes, aerial grasslands, Pamir scenery, and ancient city streets, suitable for tourists who want to deeply experience the nature and culture of the Western Regions, especially for family trips, middle-aged and elderly groups, and those who prefer slow travel.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (subject to the actual departure notice)
🚂 2026 “Xiaoxiang” Tour Train: A slow-paced cultural journey across the east and west, starting from Guangzhou to explore all of Xinjiang> Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final departure notice shall prevail.
D1:Itinerary Details—Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the tour 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 Tour Train
D2: Itinerary Details—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 Tour Train
D3:Itinerary Details—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 regional scenery; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Tour Train
D4:Itinerary Details—Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahai Road Devil City] to explore the yardang wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
D5:Itinerary Details—Visit [Huiwangfu], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take the tour train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Urumqi
D6:Itinerary Details—Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, take the tour train to Beitun in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Tour Train
D7:Itinerary Details—Arrive in Beitun City early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque scenery, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Jadengyu
Tired of rushing through attractions, moving luggage, and scrambling for tickets and transfers? Want to leisurely see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities in 18 days? The newly upgraded 2026 “Xiaoxiang” tour train, as a “mobile cultural living room,” departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west into the heart of the Western Regions. This journey not only covers the core landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang but also integrates Hunan cultural elements, creating a comfortable, worry-free, and relaxing deep experience.D8:Itinerary Details—Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landform, enjoy the sunset scenery, take the tour train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Tour Train
D9:Itinerary Details—Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the plateau blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details—In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the magnificence 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 [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take the tour train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Tour Train
D12:Itinerary Details—Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grass Beach], stay overnight in Tashkurgan; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Tashkurgan
D13:Itinerary Details—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
D14:Itinerary Details—Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Princess Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, take the tour train to Korla in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Tour Train
D15:Itinerary Details—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
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🌄 Route and Destination IntroductionD16:Itinerary Details—Take the tour train from Korla Station in the morning for the official return journey, starting the trip home; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Tour Train
D17:Itinerary Details—Sightseeing along the return train route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Tour Train
D18:Itinerary Details—Reference stops along the train route: 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 Description (2026 Reference)
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended sessions, don’t miss out)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train Room Types and Price Table (per person pricing)
The “Xiaoxiang” is a themed tour train jointly launched by China Railway Guangzhou Group Co., Ltd. and Hunan cultural tourism units, with fully optimized service configurations in 2026. The train features a 17-car fixed formation, all soft sleeper design, with a capacity of about 260 people. It incorporates intangible cultural heritage details like Xiang embroidery and lacquer fan DIY, creating a rich cultural atmosphere.Room Type Configuration Description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High cost-performance four-person room, without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may fluctuate due to factors like departure session and room availability, subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
The route starts from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, passing through Hunan, Hubei, Henan, Shaanxi, and Gansu, finally deep into Xinjiang, connecting over 20 classic destinations such as Hami, Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kashgar, covering Eastern, Northern, and Southern Xinjiang in one trip. The entire journey adopts a “travel by night, sightsee by day, scenery moves with the train” model: focus on sightseeing during the day, sleep soundly in the stable carriage at night, with no need to frequently change hotels or drag luggage.You can inquire and register for this route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📞 Contact Number:181-3962-2229
💬 Same as WeChat:181-3962-2229
Customer service will provide detailed itinerary information, room type selection, document requirements, and travel preparation matters. The registration process includes confirming the departure session, selecting the room type, submitting identity information, and signing the travel contract, with dedicated assistance throughout.
🧾 Cost and Service Description
Costs include transportation, accommodation (train sleeper berths + local hotels), first admission tickets to attractions, meals (as indicated in the itinerary), guide services, and basic onboard support. Some experience activities (such as intangible cultural heritage crafts, travel photography, etc.) may vary based on the current schedule.
The opening status of attractions, transportation connections, and accommodation arrangements listed in the itinerary may change due to weather, policies, or force majeure factors. In case of special circumstances, the travel agency will make reasonable itinerary changes after consultation with tourists, ensuring their rights are protected.
All service content, cost details, and cancellation/modification rules are subject to the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and relevant laws and regulations, with the actual consultation and signed contract prevailing.
If you plan to start a relaxing and in-depth Xinjiang trip in 2026, the “Xiaoxiang” tour train offers a feasible solution balancing comfort and experience. Whether traveling with family, seniors, or friends, you can find your own rhythm and scenery on this 18-day slow journey.
2026 New Southern Xiaoxiang Tour Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour ☎TEL: 0991-8585456) WeChat Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase
