Xiaoxiang Tourism Special Train 18 Day Tour 2026 Route

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🚂 If you’ve already experienced the conventional tour groups of ‘seeing sights by day and traveling by night,’ then the 18-day Xinjiang panoramic special train ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’ might bring you a whole new rhythm. It’s more like a mobile star-rated hotel, allowing you to slowly explore Xinjiang from east to west and south to north to the rhythm of wheels and rails.
This time, we won’t talk about ‘whether it’s worth it,’ but rather break down this route from the perspective of ‘how a special train connects northern and southern Xinjiang,’ to see who it’s suitable for, how to play, and how to choose.
🗺 ️ Route Overview:18 Days Crossing Northern and Southern Xinjiang
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is a Huxiang culture-themed tourist special train jointly launched by Hunan Tourism Group and Guangzhou Railway Group. Positioned as a comfort type, it specially considers the needs of middle-aged and elderly tourists. The entire train features soft sleeper compartments, equipped with a dining car, multi-functional entertainment car, and medical area, providing 24-hour butler service, with an overall experience close to a ‘mobile star-rated hotel.’
📌 Core Information
Trip Duration:18 Days
Core Route:Hami (Eastern Xinjiang) → Northern Xinjiang (Kanas, Hemu) → Yili (Sayram Lake, Nalati) → Southern Xinjiang (Kashgar, Pamir Plateau) → Korla → Return
Covered Landscapes:Snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, etc.
Train Formation:Approximately 17 carriages, capacity over 260 people, including various room types and functional carriages
📍 Reference Cities for Boarding and Alighting
Guangzhou Round Trip:Full 18 Days
Changsha/Wuchang/Xinyang Round Trip:Approximately 17 Days
Xi’an/Lanzhou Round Trip:Approximately 15 Days
Stops Along the Way:Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, Xining, etc. (subject to railway dispatch)
🗓 ️ 2026 Partial Schedule Reference
May 10, May 30

🚂 If you’ve already experienced the conventional tour groups of ‘seeing sights by day and traveling by night,’ then the 18-day Xinjiang panoramic special train ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’ might bring you a whole new rhythm. It’s more like a mobile star-rated hotel, allowing you to slowly explore Xinjiang from east to west and south to north to the rhythm of wheels and rails. June 21, July 11
August 21, September 10, September 29
*Note:Schedules may change; please refer to the final dispatch by the railway department and confirmation from the travel agency.*
👨 ‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable For
Tourists hoping to ‘see all of Xinjiang in one trip’
Middle-aged and elderly friends who prefer a slow pace and less hassle
Families valuing comfort and wanting to reduce travel fatigue
People interested in Huxiang culture or Silk Road culture
🏞 ️ Daily Highlights:18-Day Itinerary Details
📍 D1:Departure · Start from Guangzhou
Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station in the evening, organize luggage in the comfortable compartment, briefly chat with fellow travelers, and kick off the journey.
📍 D2-D3:En Route · Crossing Mountains and Rivers
The train heads northwest; enjoy the scenery from the window during the day, and participate in salon activities in the dining or entertainment car at night, experiencing Huxiang culture. This segment is a ‘mobile sightseeing + onboard socializing’ mode.
📍 D4:Hami · First Glimpse of the Gobi
Arrive in Hami, visit the [Great Sea Devil City], and feel the vastness of the wind-eroded landscape. Stay overnight at a Hami hotel and taste local specialties.
📍 D5:Hami · Cultural Experience
Visit the [Hami Royal Palace], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] song and dance performance, and learn about local intangible cultural heritage. Take the special train to Urumqi in the afternoon.

This time, we won’t talk about ‘whether it’s worth it,’ but rather break down this route from the perspective of ‘how a special train connects northern and southern Xinjiang,’ to see who it’s suitable for, how to play, and how to choose.📍 D6:Urumqi · Tianshan Tianchi
Visit [Tianshan Tianchi], then explore the [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to feel the local market atmosphere. Take the special train to Beitun in the evening.
📍 D7:Beitun → Kanas
After arriving in Beitun, take a bus to Jiadengyu and enter the [Kanas Nature Reserve] to enjoy the autumn colors of alpine lakes and primeval forests.
📍 D8:Kanas → Hemu
Enjoy the morning mist at Kanas in the early morning, then head to [Hemu Village] to experience the tranquility of the Tuva settlement. Visit [Colorful Beach] in the evening to admire the Yadan landform and sunset over the Irtysh River.
📍 D9:Hemu → Yining
Free time in Hemu in the morning, then take the special train to Yining, enjoying the valley and grassland scenery along the way.
📍 D10:Yining · Sayram Lake
Visit the ‘Blue Eye of the Plateau’ [Sayram Lake], then tour the [Horgos Port]. Stay overnight at a Yining hotel.
📍 D11:Yining → Nalati
Head to [Nalati Grassland] to experience the vastness of the valley grassland. Then take the special train to Kuqa, enjoying the magnificent views of the Tianshan Mountains along the way.
📍 D12:Kuqa → Kashgar
Visit the [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon] to feel the shock of the red sandstone landform. Then take the special train to Kashgar.
📍 D13:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau
Travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to the Pamir Plateau, visiting [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], and [Golden Grassland]. Stay overnight at a Tashkurgan hotel.
📍 D14:Tashkurgan → Kashgar

For more details on Xinjiang tourist special trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).

🗺️ Route Overview: 18 Days Crossing Northern and Southern XinjiangExperience [Home Visits with Local Ethnic Groups] to feel the simple local customs. Then return to Kashgar and visit [Baisha Lake]. Stay overnight at a Kashgar hotel.
📍 D15:Kashgar · Cultural Kashgar
Visit [Kashgar Old City], watch the [Opening Ceremony], tour [Id Kah Mosque] and [Xiangfei Garden], and gain an in-depth understanding of Kashgar’s history and culture. Then take the special train to Korla.
📍 D16:Korla · Desert Charm
Visit [Lop Nur Village] to learn about Lop Nur culture, then head to [Bosten Lake Lotus Sea World] to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery. Take the special train back in the evening.
📍 D17-D18:Return · Journey Home
The train returns along the original route, allowing you to enjoy the familiar scenery again. Arrive at Lanzhou, Xi’an, Xinyang, Wuchang, Changsha, etc., and finally arrive in Guangzhou on the evening of the 18th day, ending the trip.
💰 2026 Reference Prices
The following are reference prices for some schedules and room types in 2026. Actual prices may vary due to schedules, berths, holidays, etc. Please refer to the signed contract.
| Room Type | Reference Price/Person | Features |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Yuanxiang Pavilion (Quad) | Upper Berth: From 17,999 RMB<br>Lower Berth: From 19,999 RMB | No private bathroom, high cost-effectiveness |
| Zhengxiang Courtyard (Quad) | From 42,999 RMB | Shared bathroom, comfortable space |
| Zhengxiang Courtyard (Double) | From 45,999 RMB | Shared bathroom, better privacy |
| Xiaoxiang Mansion (Family Room) | 2 People: From 62,999 RMB<br>3 People: From 56,999 RMB | Private bathroom, spacious |
💡 Warm Tips

The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is a Huxiang culture-themed tourist special train jointly launched by Hunan Tourism Group and Guangzhou Railway Group. Positioned as a comfort type, it specially considers the needs of middle-aged and elderly tourists. The entire train features soft sleeper compartments, equipped with a dining car, multi-functional entertainment car, and medical area, providing 24-hour butler service, with an overall experience close to a ‘mobile star-rated hotel.’The price is based on ‘no self-paid items throughout the trip’ and does not include personal consumption or self-paid items in some scenic spots.
Pricing policies for children, seniors, etc., need to be consulted separately.
The final price is subject to the contract signed with [Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency].
📝 Registration Method
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is a railway special train product, not sold directly through 12306. Registration must be done through a regular travel agency.
Registration Process
1. Consultation and Confirmation: Contact [Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency] to confirm the schedule, availability, and price.
2. Submit Information: Provide name, valid ID number, etc., for booking and insurance.
3. Sign and Pay: After paying a deposit, sign an electronic contract supervised by the National Cultural and Tourism Administration.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Arrange round-trip transportation and transfers according to customer service instructions.
📞 Consultation Channels
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
Travel Agency:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Address:Please consult customer service for the specific meeting point.
📋 Cost and Service Description
✅ Cost Includes
Accommodation:7 nights of high-end land hotels + 10 nights of corresponding berths on the special train.

📌 Core InformationTransportation:Use of special train berths + local air-conditioned tour buses.
Meals:Approximately 37 meals in total, including 4 special meals (e.g., cold-water fish feast, roast whole lamb). Land breakfasts are hotel buffets; no refund for missed meals.
Services:Full-time staff, local guides, and onboard medical personnel.
Tickets:First admission tickets for listed scenic spots and necessary internal transport (no refund for discount certificates).
Insurance:Travel agency liability insurance (travel accident insurance recommended).
❌ Cost Excludes
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, consumption).
Self-paid items in some scenic spots.
Round-trip transportation costs to the departure city.
Other costs not mentioned in the itinerary.
🛡 ️ Services and
Senior-Friendly Design:Carriages equipped with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, SOS emergency call buttons, etc.
Medical Support:Onboard medical room and common medicines, with medical staff conducting health checks.
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure such as weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary.
📜 Contract and Cancellation
Itinerary details are subject to the signed tourism contract.
Cancellation rules follow the Tourism Law and other relevant regulations, as specified in the contract.
An 18-day journey, from the humidity of the south to the vastness of the west, from the city’s bustle to the plateau’s tranquility. If you also want to explore Xinjiang’s scenery and stories in a more relaxed way, start by inquiring about this ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’ special train.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist special trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).