2026 Guangzhou Departure Xiaoxiang Special Train Price and Registration Fee

How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Southern Xiaoxiang Tourism Train? The New Southern Xiaoxiang train requires booking 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’ Tourism Train departing from Guangzhou:A new slow travel experience across mountains and rivers
For travelers who yearn for Xinjiang but worry about long journeys, the 2026 upgraded ‘Xiaoxiang’ tourism train offers a travel option that balances comfort and depth. This train is not a traditional means of transport but a ‘mobile living space’ integrating transportation, accommodation, and cultural experiences. Departing from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, it crosses central-south and northwest China, deep into Xinjiang, connecting core scenic spots like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Kashgar Old City. The 18-day journey follows a ‘daytime sightseeing, nighttime travel’ schedule, greatly reducing travel fatigue.
📍 Route and destination highlights
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ train is designed around ‘Xinjiang Panoramic Deep Tour,’ avoiding the conventional ‘Urumqi in and out’ loop model. It uses a large loop plus branch line combination, covering northern Xinjiang’s natural scenery and southern Xinjiang’s cultural landscapes. The itinerary includes multiple 5A-level scenic spots and integrates special routes and niche destinations like the Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, and Lop Nur Village, allowing tourists to systematically experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes and culture in 18 days.
The train passes through cities like Hami, Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Kuqa, Kashgar, and Korla, covering geographical units such as snow mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and desert edges. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and families who want to experience Xinjiang’s full scope without frequent transfers or luggage handling.
The carriage interiors have been age-friendly renovated, equipped with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS emergency call systems, and feature a medical corner, leisure carriage, and constant temperature air conditioning to ensure comfort. Some room types also include bathrooms and panoramic viewing windows, enhancing privacy and sightseeing experience.
🗓 ️ Simplified itinerary (based on local route facts)
Warm tips:Train routes, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official trip notice.

🚂 2026 ‘Xiaoxiang’ Tourism Train departing from Guangzhou: A new slow travel experience across mountains and riversD1:Details—Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start the western panoramic tour; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Train
D2: Details—Scenic sightseeing along the train, passing stops: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying the scenery; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D3:Details—Scenic sightseeing along the train, passing stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the western region, experiencing changing landscapes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D4:Details—Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Dahaidai Devil City] to explore yardang wonders, experiencing the unique western landform; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
D5:Details—Visit [Huiwangfu], enjoy [Twelve Mukam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take the train to Urumqi in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Urumqi
D6:Details—Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] to see the picturesque lake, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] for local customs, take the train to Beitun in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D7:Details—Arrive in Beitun in the morning, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque landscape, stay overnight in Jia登峪; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Jia登峪
D8:Details—Depart from Jia登峪, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] danxia landform, enjoy the sunset, take the train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D9:Details—Arrive in Yining in the morning, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake, then visit [Nalati] sky grassland; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Nalati

For travelers who yearn for Xinjiang but worry about long journeys, the 2026 upgraded ‘Xiaoxiang’ tourism train offers a travel option that balances comfort and depth. This train is not a traditional means of transport but a ‘mobile living space’ integrating transportation, accommodation, and cultural experiences. Departing from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, it crosses central-south and northwest China, deep into Xinjiang, connecting core scenic spots like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Kashgar Old City. The 18-day journey follows a ‘daytime sightseeing, nighttime travel’ schedule, greatly reducing travel fatigue.D10:Details—In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [Bayinbuluke Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Bayin Town
D11:Details—Depart from Bayin, take the [Duku Highway] scenic section, visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take the train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D12:Details—Depart from Kashgar, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grass Beach], stay overnight in Taxian; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Taxian
D13:Details—Depart from Taxian, experience [Ethnic Group Home Visits] for local customs, visit [White Sand Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Kashgar
D14:Details—Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, take the train to Korla in the evening; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D15:Details—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
D16:Details—Take the train from Korla Station in the morning for the return journey; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D17:Details—Scenic sightseeing on the return train, passing stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D18:Details—Passing 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

📍 Route and destination highlights💰 Price explanation (based on local route facts)

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Train Ticket Center Manager Guo Jing 181 3962 2229, add friend, send itinerary and quote
Annual limited departures (recommended 6 sessions, miss out if not taken)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train room types and price list (per person pricing)
Room configuration description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:High cost-effective 4-person room, without bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person upper berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person

The ‘Xiaoxiang’ train is designed around ‘Xinjiang Panoramic Deep Tour,’ avoiding the conventional ‘Urumqi in and out’ loop model. It uses a large loop plus branch line combination, covering northern Xinjiang’s natural scenery and southern Xinjiang’s cultural landscapes. The itinerary includes multiple 5A-level scenic spots and integrates special routes and niche destinations like the Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, and Lop Nur Village, allowing tourists to systematically experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes and culture in 18 days.Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person lower berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
> Note:The above are 2026 reference prices; specific prices and availability may vary due to departure dates, booking time, etc. The final details are subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration method
The 2026 ‘Xiaoxiang’ tourism train can be consulted and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Customer service phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat same number:181-3962-2229
(Add with note ‘Xiaoxiang Inquiry’ to get free detailed itinerary materials)
📋 Cost and service description
Cost includes:

The train passes through cities like Hami, Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, Kuqa, Kashgar, and Korla, covering geographical units such as snow mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and desert edges. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and families who want to experience Xinjiang’s full scope without frequent transfers or luggage handling.Train seats and local air-conditioned tour buses
First entrance tickets and mandatory shuttle buses for listed attractions
Approximately 37 meals (including specialty meals)
10 nights of train soft sleeper + 7 nights of selected hotel accommodation along the way
Full-trip guide, staff, and on-board medical services
Travel agency liability insurance (tourists are advised to purchase travel accident insurance on their own)
Cost excludes:
Personal expenses, optional activities, and other costs not mentioned
> Warm tips: Weather, road conditions, scenic area opening status, and train scheduling factors are uncertain. The travel agency, while protecting tourists’ rights, can reasonably adjust the itinerary in agreement with tourists. All service content and price standards are based on the actual signed contract and comply with relevant laws and regulations such as the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’.
🌿 This 18-day journey is not just about seeing scenery but a travel lifestyle with a relaxed pace and comprehensive service. The ‘Xiaoxiang’ train incorporates Hunan cultural elements into the carriage design, unfolding the landscapes of north and south under the wheels, offering a new option worth considering for travelers seeking quality and peace of mind.
2026 New Southern Xiaoxiang Tourism 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