Guangdong to Xinjiang Xiaoxiang Tour Train Ticket Booking Guide and Purchase Channels

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Xiaoxianghao tourist train? For the Xiaoxianghao tourist train from Guangzhou to Xinjiang, tickets must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Manager Guo Jing of the Xiaoxianghao Southern Special Train Department, WeChat ID: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through other channels like 12306. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Slow Travel in the Western Regions, See It All from One Train — 2026 ‘Xiaoxianghao’ Tourist Train Panoramic Experience Guide
In an era of fast-paced travel, many still yearn for a ‘slow down’ way to measure the mountains and rivers. In 2026, the ‘Xiaoxianghao’ tourist train sets off again with a limited schedule of 6 recommended sessions per year, taking 18 days to travel from Lingnan, through the Central Plains and the Hexi Corridor, deep into the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, completing a truly panoramic tour of Xinjiang. This is not just a train journey, but a flowing travel lifestyle.
📍 In-depth Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The ‘Xiaoxianghao’ special train takes the Tianshan Mountains as its axis, connecting four major regions: Eastern Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang, Western Xinjiang, and Southern Xinjiang, covering over 80% of Xinjiang’s high-level scenic spots. The itinerary includes diverse landscape types such as snowy mountains and lakes (e.g., Sayram Lake, Tianchi Lake), grasslands and wetlands (Nalati, Bayanbulak), yardang landforms (Great Sea Road Devil City), historical culture (Kashgar Old City, Hami King’s Palace), and Pamir Plateau scenery (Karakul Lake, Stone City).
The special train adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, allowing tourists to transfer between cities while sleeping, focus on sightseeing during the day, and avoid frequent luggage moving or accommodation changes throughout the journey. The carriages incorporate Huxiang cultural elements, with public leisure areas, dining cars, and functional carriages, creating a comfortable mobile living space. The entire train is equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, fresh air systems, SOS call devices, and age-friendly facilities, catering to the travel needs of different age groups.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
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🚂 Slow Travel in the Western Regions, See It All from One Train — 2026 ‘Xiaoxianghao’ Tourist Train Panoramic Experience Guide> Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official departure notice.
D1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals — None; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D2:Scenic sightseeing along the train route, reference stops: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoy the scenery along the way; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D3:Scenic sightseeing along the train route, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions hinterland, experiencing the changing regional scenery; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D4:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Great Sea Road Devil City] to explore the yardang wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Hami
D5:Visit [Hami King’s Palace], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Urumqi
D6:Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianchi Lake] to capture the picturesque lake scenery, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Regions folk customs, take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D7:Arrive in Beitun City early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Jadengyu

In an era of fast-paced travel, many still yearn for a ‘slow down’ way to measure the mountains and rivers. In 2026, the ‘Xiaoxianghao’ tourist train sets off again with a limited schedule of 6 recommended sessions per year, taking 18 days to travel from Lingnan, through the Central Plains and the Hexi Corridor, deep into the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, completing a truly panoramic tour of Xinjiang. This is not just a train journey, but a flowing travel lifestyle.D8:Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset scenery, take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D9:Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Nalati
D10:In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then head to [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Bayin Town
D11:Depart from Bayin, take the essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D12:Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Tashkurgan County
D13:Depart from Tashkurgan County, 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:Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D15:Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village], [Bosten Lake], experience the unique water town and folk customs of Southern Xinjiang; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Korla

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service – Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itinerary and quotes
📍 In-depth Introduction to Routes and DestinationsD16:Depart from Korla Station in the morning on the special train for the return journey; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D17:Scenic sightseeing along the return train route, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Southern Special Train
D18:Reference stops along the train route: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, tourists get off at nearby stops and return to their warm homes; Meals — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation — Warm Home
💰 Price Description
> Annual Limited Sessions (6 recommended sessions, miss and gone)
> May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special Train Room Types and Price Table (per person)

The ‘Xiaoxianghao’ special train takes the Tianshan Mountains as its axis, connecting four major regions: Eastern Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang, Western Xinjiang, and Southern Xinjiang, covering over 80% of Xinjiang’s high-level scenic spots. The itinerary includes diverse landscape types such as snowy mountains and lakes (e.g., Sayram Lake, Tianchi Lake), grasslands and wetlands (Nalati, Bayanbulak), yardang landforms (Great Sea Road Devil City), historical culture (Kashgar Old City, Hami King’s Palace), and Pamir Plateau scenery (Karakul Lake, Stone City).Room Type Configuration Description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining special 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-effectiveness quadruple room, without private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
🛏 ️ Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
🛏 ️ Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may vary slightly due to session, availability, and service details. The specific details are subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method

The special train adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, allowing tourists to transfer between cities while sleeping, focus on sightseeing during the day, and avoid frequent luggage moving or accommodation changes throughout the journey. The carriages incorporate Huxiang cultural elements, with public leisure areas, dining cars, and functional carriages, creating a comfortable mobile living space. The entire train is equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, fresh air systems, SOS call devices, and age-friendly facilities, catering to the travel needs of different age groups.Tourists interested in the ‘Xiaoxianghao’ special train itinerary can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Phone:181-3962-2229 (Same as WeChat)
For information on boarding locations, availability, travel policies, and detailed materials, all can be obtained through the above contact methods. Major stops along the route such as Changsha, Wuchang, Zhengzhou, Xi’an, and Lanzhou support nearby boarding (requires advance notice and subject to availability coordination).
📋 Cost and Service Description
The itinerary cost includes special train sleeper berths, local boutique hotel accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, full meals (except where marked ‘None’), guide services, and special train butler services. Some self-funded items, personal expenses, and additional costs due to force majeure are not included.
Due to uncertainties in weather, traffic, scenic area policies, and other objective factors, both parties may agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary. All service content and cancellation/change rules are in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations.
> For specific service details, cost composition, and itinerary arrangements, please refer to the actual consultation results and signed contract.
🌿 Conclusion
The ‘Xiaoxianghao’ special train is not just a geographical crossing, but an immersive journey interwoven with culture and nature. Whether you are a photography enthusiast, a family traveler, or a friend who prefers slow-paced travel, you can find your own scenery and rhythm in this 18-day journey. Take advantage of the 6 recommended sessions in 2026 to give yourself a time to see the world at a leisurely pace.
2026 Xiaoxianghao Special Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Custom Travel Manager Guo Jing WeChat ID: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase