Xiaoxiang 2026 Guangzhou to Xinjiang Special Train, 18 Days North and South Xinjiang Without Regrets

No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist special train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 If you’ve been looking for a route that ‘starts from your doorstep and lets you see all of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go,’ then the ‘Xiaoxiang’ 18-day Xinjiang Panorama Special Train might be worth your serious consideration.
This train departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west, connecting the essence of Xinjiang attractions like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar Old City, and the Pamir Plateau. The entire journey avoids backtracking, achieving a slow-paced travel style of ‘sleep on the train, play during the day.’
🗺 ️ Destination Overview:See the essence of Xinjiang in one trip
A major feature of the ‘Xiaoxiang’ is that it systematically connects the scenery and culture of Xinjiang’s four major regions: east, north, west, and south, allowing you to experience diverse landscapes and colorful cultures in 18 days.
Eastern Xinjiang · Silk Road Exploration
Hami:The eastern gateway of Xinjiang, a key Silk Road town.
Dahaiday Devil City:Typical yardang landform with wind-eroded rock pillars in various shapes, ideal for photography.
Hami King’s Mansion & Twelve Muqam:Experience the history and multi-ethnic artistic charm of this Silk Road hub.
Northern Xinjiang · Natural Landscape
Kanas:Famous for its beautiful lake and mountain scenery, with morning mist and lake waters complementing each other.
Hemu:A Tuva village, with wooden houses, river valleys, and birch forests forming a fairy-tale picture.
Colorful Beach:Typical colorful Danxia landform, with stunning scenery at sunset.

🚂 If you’ve been looking for a route that ‘starts from your doorstep and lets you see all of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go,’ then the ‘Xiaoxiang’ 18-day Xinjiang Panorama Special Train might be worth your serious consideration.Western Xinjiang · Scenery Beyond the Great Wall
Sayram Lake:The ‘last tear of the Atlantic,’ with clear lake water surrounded by snow-capped mountains.
Nalati Grassland:A high mountain grassland landscape interwoven with snow-capped mountains, forests, and river valleys.
Duku Highway Essence Section:Along the way, you can see canyons, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands, experiencing the changes of four seasons in one day.
Southern Xinjiang · Silk Road Culture
Pamir Plateau:Along the way, you can see the magnificent scenery of snow-capped mountains, lakes, and highland meadows intertwined.
Karakul Lake & Baisha Lake:A combined landscape of highland lakes, sand mountains, and snow peaks.
Kashgar Old City:Experience the rich Silk Road customs and the life atmosphere of the ancient city.
Lop Nur Village & Bosten Lake:Experience the unique landscape where desert, rivers, poplar forests, and lakes coexist.
📅 Simple Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only. The final details are subject to the official departure notice.
D1:Itinerary Details——Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the special train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the Western Regions panorama tour; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train

This train departs from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, heading west, connecting the essence of Xinjiang attractions like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar Old City, and the Pamir Plateau. The entire journey avoids backtracking, achieving a slow-paced travel style of ‘sleep on the train, play during the day.’D2: Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the special 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 Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the special 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:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon on the special train, visit [Dahaiday 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 [Hami King’s Mansion], enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, 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 check in at the picturesque lake, 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:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun City in the morning, go to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque wonders, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] Danxia landform, enjoy the sunset scenery, 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 in the morning, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] aerial grassland; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then go 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 [Duku Highway] essence section, visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D12:Itinerary Details——Depart from Kashgar, go to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Tashkurgan County; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Tashkurgan County
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Tashkurgan County, experience [Home visits with various ethnic groups] to feel the folk customs, visit [Baisha Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar

🗺️ Destination Overview: See the essence of Xinjiang in one tripD14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei 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:Itinerary 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: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——Sightseeing along the special train on the return trip, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details——Reference stops on the special train: 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
Annual limited departures (6 recommended periods, miss out if not booked)

Take the tourist special train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, various options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Special train room types and price list (per person)
Room configuration description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining special train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience
Xiaoxiang Suite:Luxury room type, with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62999 RMB/person
Zhengxiangyuan 2-person room:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom｜45999 RMB/person

A major feature of the ‘Xiaoxiang’ is that it systematically connects the scenery and culture of Xinjiang’s four major regions: east, north, west, and south, allowing you to experience diverse landscapes and colorful cultures in 18 days.Zhengxiangyuan 4-person room:High cost-performance four-person room, without private bathroom｜42999 RMB/person
Yuanxiangge 4-person room upper berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without private bathroom｜17999 RMB/person
Yuanxiangge 4-person room lower berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without private bathroom｜19999 RMB/person
💡 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices. Actual costs may vary due to travel dates, berth selection, etc. Please confirm the final price with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency when registering, and the signed travel contract shall prevail.
🛌 The ‘Xiaoxiang’ Special Train:A mobile comfortable hotel
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is designed with full consideration for long-distance travel comfort, known as a ‘mobile hotel.’
🛏 ️ Hotel-style sleeper berths:The entire train uses soft sleeper compartments, offering double, triple, and quadruple room options. Some room types have private bathrooms, most rooms have shared bathrooms, and are equipped with anti-slip floors, emergency call buttons, and other age-friendly facilities.
🍽 ️ Onboard dining:The special train has a dining car, providing breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Meals cater to both northern and southern tastes, and local specialty dishes are offered at appropriate times.
🎲 Entertainment and socializing:The train has a multi-functional entertainment carriage where passengers can play cards, sing, read, and sometimes organize tea ceremonies, intangible cultural heritage experiences, and other activities to enrich the journey.
🩺 Health assurance:Equipped with onboard medical staff and basic medical equipment to handle common travel discomforts, ensuring passenger health.
📋 Cost and Service Description

Eastern Xinjiang · Silk Road ExplorationThis route’s cost usually includes special train seats, local hotel accommodation, tourist buses, tickets for listed attractions, and some meals. Specific inclusions are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Costs may include:
Special train sleeper berth fees
Listed hotel accommodation
Local air-conditioned tourist buses
First admission tickets and necessary shuttle buses for listed attractions
Some breakfasts and main meals
Travel agency liability insurance
Costs may not include:
Round-trip transportation to Guangzhou
Personal expenses and meals not mentioned in the itinerary


Hami: The eastern gateway of Xinjiang, a key Silk Road town.Travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase separately)
About cancellation and changes:In case of force majeure factors such as weather or policies, both parties can negotiate itinerary changes. Specific cancellation and change rules follow the ‘Tourism Law’ and the terms of the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
You can inquire and register for the ‘Xiaoxiang’ 18-day Xinjiang Panorama Special Train through the following methods:
Registration Inquiry:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Inquiry Phone:181-3962-2233
WeChat Inquiry:181-3962-2233
Brief Registration Process:
1. Inquiry and confirmation: Contact customer service to confirm departure dates, room types, and prices.
2. Submit information: Provide traveler names, valid ID numbers, etc., for booking.
3. Sign and pay: After confirming the itinerary, sign the travel contract and make payment.
4. Pre-trip preparation: Receive the departure notice before departure and prepare relevant documents as required.
Warm Tips:Special train seats are limited, so it is recommended to inquire and confirm your spot as early as possible.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist special trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)