2026 Xinjiang Train Charter Selection, Xiaoxiang New South Train Registration Full Steps
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, with a variety of options from economy to luxury. Professional Xinjiang train tour operator, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities at once, but worried about the travel fatigue?
“Xiaoxiang” Xinjiang train tour might be the ideal choice you’re looking for.
This “Southern Train·Xiaoxiang” departing from Guangzhou focuses on a slow pace of “sleeping on the train, eating on the train, and playing during the day,” connecting the highlights of the Tianshan Mountains and the Pamir Plateau, allowing you to easily explore Xinjiang in 18 days.
This article will take you deep into the features of the route and explain the registration process step by step.
🗺 ️ Xiaoxiang:Mobile “Western Region Living Room”
“Xiaoxiang” is a Hunan-themed tourist train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, positioned as a comfortable type, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends who want a slow-paced in-depth tour.
✨ Train Highlights
Direct Train:No need to change trains or berths throughout the journey, large luggage can be stored on the train, saving the hassle of frequent luggage moving.
Comfortable Sleeper:The carriages are equipped with soft sleepers, quiet environment, comfortable beds, and feature temperature control, USB charging ports, etc.
Senior-Friendly:Some room types come with bathrooms, the entire train is equipped with anti-slip floors, accessible handrails, emergency call buttons, and a medical team on board to ensure the journey.
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities at once, but worried about the travel fatigue?Cultural Atmosphere:The carriages incorporate elements like Hunan embroidery and Hunan history, and feature multi-functional entertainment carriages with activities such as KTV, board games, and cultural salons, making the journey not boring.
📸 Overview of Highlights in Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Eastern Xinjiang Scenery:Hami Grand Canyon Devil City, Huiwangfu, Twelve Muqam performance.
Northern Xinjiang Picturesque Scenery:Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Colorful Beach, Tianshan Tianchi, Nalati Grassland.
Western Frontier Secrets:Sayram Lake, Duku Highway Highlight Section, Tianshan Grand Canyon.
Southern Xinjiang Charm:Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Baisha Lake, Stone City, Golden Grass Beach, Kashgar Old City.
📋 Simplified Itinerary Overview
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only, subject to the final 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 Region panoramic tour; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the train, 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——Scenic sightseeing along the train, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Region hinterland, experiencing the changing landscapes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
“Xiaoxiang” Xinjiang train tour might be the ideal choice you’re looking for.D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Grand Canyon Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders, experiencing the unique landforms of the Western Region; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit [Huiwangfu], 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 see the picturesque lake, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] to experience Western Region 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 early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque scenery, stay overnight in Jia Deng Yu; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jia Deng Yu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jia Deng Yu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] Danxia landform, enjoy the sunset scenery, take the special train to Yining in the evening from Beitun; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D9:Itinerary Details——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:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [Bayinbuluke Grassland], experiencing the grandeur of Swan Lake and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Bayin Town
D11:Itinerary Details——Depart from Bayin, take the [Duku Highway] highlight section, visit [Tianshan Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuche, take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D12:Itinerary 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:Itinerary Details——Depart from Taxian, 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
This “Southern Train·Xiaoxiang” departing from Guangzhou focuses on a slow pace of “sleeping on the train, eating on the train, and playing during the day,” connecting the highlights of the Tianshan Mountains and the Pamir Plateau, allowing you to easily explore Xinjiang in 18 days.D14: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], experiencing 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 for the return journey, starting the trip home; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Scenic sightseeing along the return train, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details——Reference stops: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers get off nearby and return to their warm homes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Warm Home
💰 Price and Departure Date Information
Annual Limited Departures (Recommended 6 periods, miss out if not booked)
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, with a variety of options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
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Train Room Types and Price Table (Per Person)
Different room types suit different travel needs, combining full-train sleeper berths with local boutique hotels for comfort and convenience.
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Luxury room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room, without bathroom｜45999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High cost-performance four-person room, without bathroom｜42999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜17999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without bathroom｜19999 RMB/person
> 💡 Warm Tips
🗺️ Xiaoxiang: Mobile “Western Region Living Room” > The above are reference prices, actual costs may vary due to departure dates, policies, etc. Please confirm the final price with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency when registering, and the signed travel contract shall prevail.
📝 Full Registration Steps for Xiaoxiang
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the specific steps are as follows:
1. 📞 Consultation and Confirmation
Contact the travel agency by phone or WeChat (181-3962-2233), inform them of the number of travelers, preferred departure date, and room type preferences, and get detailed itinerary materials.
2. 📋 Submit Information and Pay Deposit
Submit each traveler’s name, valid ID number, etc., to lock in seats, and pay the deposit as required. The deposit amount is based on the travel agency’s instructions.
3. ✍️ Sign Contract and Confirm
The travel agency will provide an electronic contract supervised by the national cultural and tourism department. Carefully read the itinerary, costs, cancellation rules, etc., before signing. At the same time, reconfirm the final price, departure date, and room type.
4. 🎒 Pre-Trip Preparation
After signing, prepare valid personal documents and necessary items as notified. The travel agency usually provides a pre-trip briefing or materials, please check.
“Xiaoxiang” is a Hunan-themed tourist train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, positioned as a comfortable type, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends who want a slow-paced in-depth tour. ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes:Typically includes special train sleeper berths, local hotel accommodation, scenic spot tickets and some meals within the itinerary, tourist bus, guide service, and travel agency liability insurance.
Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, some meals, costs during free time, and travel accident insurance.
Service Team:Equipped with train butler, guide, and on-board medical staff throughout the journey, providing “butler-style” service.
> ⚠️ Important Note
> All service details and cost composition are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency. If you have any questions, please raise them before signing.
💡 Things to Know Before Registering
Rare Departures:6 recommended periods per year, limited seats, suggest consulting and locking in early.
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure factors like weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable itinerary changes.
Personal Health:Choose the itinerary based on your health condition and prepare common medications. Those with chronic conditions should consult a doctor first.
Civilized Travel:Follow scenic area and local regulations, respect the customs of various ethnic groups, and protect the environment.
If you want to learn more details or customize a plan based on your budget and interests, feel free to call 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat) to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
