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How to buy tickets for the 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Tourist Train? For the Xiaoxiang Special 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), or by contacting Guo Jing, Manager of the Xiaoxiang Southern Special Train Department, via WeChat: 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 train tickets are not sold separately.
🚞 2026 North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Travel Reference:Xiaoxiang Special Train Travel Guide
🌿 Route Features and Destination Introduction
Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 face challenges with itinerary planning:The core attractions of North and South Xinjiang are widely spread, making self-driving tiring and easy to miss scenery along the way. Regular group tours require frequent hotel changes and luggage packing. For a one-time experience of Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes, a special train is a suitable choice. The Xiaoxiang Special Train adopts a “train follows people, people play while train stops” model, allowing large luggage to be left on the train without daily moving. It covers core attractions in Eastern, Northern, and Southern Xinjiang over an 18-day itinerary without backtracking, with ample time allocated for each attraction.
Combined with the latest 2026 Xinjiang attraction information, the key points for this itinerary are as follows:
Tianshan Tianchi:In 2026, the ticket is free, but a 60 RMB/person round-trip shuttle bus ticket is recommended for entry. The park has fewer visitors before 7:00 AM, with soft light, making it easy to capture the reflection of Bogda Peak on the lake near Dinghai Needle. The altitude is nearly 2,000 meters, with strong UV rays, so high-SPF sunscreen is recommended. In winter, non-slip shoes are needed. WiFi coverage is low, so download offline maps in advance.
Duku Highway: In 2026, based on comprehensive assessments by transportation and meteorological departments, it is expected to open on June 5 and close around October 25, with a total opening period of about 150 days. The Xiaoxiang Special Train’s schedule covers the open period, including a tour of the highway’s highlight section, where you can see various landscapes like Gobi deserts, snowy peaks, meadows, valleys, and red-layer canyons. Speed limits on winding sections are 30-40 km/h, and vehicles with over 7 seats need prior approval for passage, coordinated by the travel agency.
Kanas Scenic Area: From May 1, 2026, it enters summer operation hours from 08:00 to 20:00, with a real-name reservation system and a maximum daily capacity of 55,000 people. The area features lakes, virgin forests, and mountain meadows. Summer temperatures vary greatly between day and night, so bring a light down jacket or windbreaker for cool mornings and evenings.
🚞 2026 North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Travel Reference: Xiaoxiang Special Train Travel Guide Sayram Lake: In 2026, the full ticket is 70 RMB/person, with free admission for those over 65 and children under 6, and half-price for students and those aged 60-64. Self-driving visitors can choose a 145 RMB/person self-drive package, allowing multiple entries within 48 hours for convenient lake views.
Pamir Plateau:Along the way, Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland offer unique scenery. The itinerary includes home visits with local ethnic groups to experience their customs. The plateau has high altitude, so prepare for altitude sickness and consult customer service for precautions.
Additionally, the itinerary includes visits to the Yardang landforms of the Great Sea Road Devil City, the King’s Palace, the Twelve Muqam intangible cultural heritage performance, the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar for folk customs, Hemu Ancient Village, Colorful Beach Danxia landforms, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke Grassland’s Swan Lake and Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, Baisha Lake, Kashgar Old City streets, Id Kah Mosque, Fragrant Concubine’s Garden, Lop Nur Village folk customs, and Bosten Lake, covering natural landscapes, cultural history, and folk experiences.
📅 Simplified Itinerary Reference
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final itinerary will be based on the official tour notice.
D1: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 the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Scenic views along the train, passing reference stops: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying the scenery; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details——Scenic views along the train, passing reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions, experiencing changing landscapes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
🌿 Route Features and Destination IntroductionD4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit the [Great Sea Road Devil City] to explore Yardang wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landforms; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit the [King’s Palace], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, then take the special 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, explore the [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] for folk customs, then take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun early, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, exploring the picturesque landscapes, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village and [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy the sunset, then take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D9:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake, then tour [Nalati] sky grassland; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10: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——Baying Town
Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 face challenges with itinerary planning: The core attractions of North and South Xinjiang are widely spread, making self-driving tiring and easy to miss scenery along the way. Regular group tours require frequent hotel changes and luggage packing. For a one-time experience of Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes, a special train is a suitable choice. The Xiaoxiang Special Train adopts a “train follows people, people play while train stops” model, allowing large luggage to be left on the train without daily moving. It covers core attractions in Eastern, Northern, and Southern Xinjiang over an 18-day itinerary without backtracking, with ample time allocated for each attraction.D11:Itinerary Details——Depart from Bayin, take the highlight section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, then take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
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D12:Itinerary Details——Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Taxian; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Taxian
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Taxian, experience [Home Visits with Ethnic Groups] to feel local customs, visit [Baisha Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine’s 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
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
D16: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
D17:Itinerary Details——Scenic views along the return train, passing reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details——Train passing 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
Combined with the latest 2026 Xinjiang attraction information, the key points for this itinerary are as follows:💰 Price and Tour Date Information
2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train limited scheduled departures, recommended 6 dates:May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19.
Room Configuration Description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience. Prices are per person, as follows:
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, good 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, no bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Tianshan Tianchi: In 2026, the ticket is free, but a 60 RMB/person round-trip shuttle bus ticket is recommended for entry. The park has fewer visitors before 7:00 AM, with soft light, making it easy to capture the reflection of Bogda Peak on the lake near Dinghai Needle. The altitude is nearly 2,000 meters, with strong UV rays, so high-SPF sunscreen is recommended. In winter, non-slip shoes are needed. WiFi coverage is low, so download offline maps in advance.Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable, no bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
The above prices are 2026 reference prices; prices and availability may vary by departure date, subject to the final signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, contact number:181-3962-2229, WeChat same number: 181-3962-2229. Office address available upon inquiry with customer service.
📝 Cost Description and Service Tips
The cost includes the special train sleeper accommodation for the corresponding room type, local boutique hotel accommodation as per the itinerary, all meals listed in the itinerary, first admission tickets and necessary shuttle bus fees for attractions listed, local regular tour bus transfer services, certified guide services, and travel accident insurance.
The cost does not include self-paid items listed in the itinerary, personal consumption, or additional expenses due to force majeure.
Also note: Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, attraction openings, schedule changes, tickets, and hotel room types, the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement. Cancellation and change rules follow the relevant provisions of the “Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China” and the “Civil Code of the People’s Republic of China,” subject to actual consultation and contract.
Before traveling, it is recommended to prepare sunscreen, thick jackets, common medicines, etc. Follow the management regulations of each scenic area and travel responsibly.
2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train Ticket Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Customized Travel Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
