Xinjiang Train Special｜2026 Xiaoxiang, Departing from Guangzhou 18 Days to Explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang
No need to drive or rush around—take a Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, north and south. Choose from economy to luxury options. Professionally operated Xinjiang train tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities in one trip without the hassle of constant travel?
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ Xinjiang train from Guangzhou might fulfill your dream of a ‘slow tour of Xinjiang.’
This 18-day grand loop of northern and southern Xinjiang focuses on ‘traveling by night, exploring by day, no train changes,’ letting you rest on comfortable sleeper berths and explore energetically during the day.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:See the best of Xinjiang in one trip
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is an 18-day grand loop connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, covering four major regions: Eastern, Northern, Western, and Southern Xinjiang, linking diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons.
Eastern Xinjiang Scenery:Hami Grand Sea Road Ghost City, Huiwangfu Palace, Twelve Muqam performance.
Northern Xinjiang Hidden Gems:Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, Tianshan Tianchi, Nalati Grassland.
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities in one trip without the hassle of constant travel?Western Frontier Wonders:Sayram Lake, Nalati Sky Grassland, Duku Highway highlights, Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon.
Southern Xinjiang Charm:Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Stone City, Golden Grass Beach, Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Lop Nur Village, Bosten Lake.
🛏 ️ Mobile ‘Star Hotel’:Xiaoxiang Train
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is known as a mobile ‘star hotel,’ with all soft sleeper compartments, complete facilities, and senior-friendly design for comfortable long journeys.
🛌 Comfortable Sleeper Berths:Multiple room types to meet different needs.
🚿 Convenient Facilities:Some rooms with private bathrooms, hot water, charging ports, and emergency call buttons throughout.
🩺 Safety Assurance:Equipped with a medical room, onboard doctor, and basic medical equipment for passenger health.
🎲 Rich Entertainment:Dining car and multi-functional entertainment car with chess, karaoke, tea art, and more to keep the journey lively.
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ Xinjiang train from Guangzhou might fulfill your dream of a ‘slow tour of Xinjiang.’📅 Simple Itinerary
Friendly Reminder:Train routes, stops, and times are for reference only; the final itinerary will be provided in the departure notice.
D1:Details—Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou to beautiful Xinjiang, starting the Western Regions tour; Meals—None; Accommodation—Southern Train
D2: Details—Scenic train ride, stops include: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying views along the way; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D3:Details—Scenic train ride, stops include: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions, experiencing changing landscapes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D4:Details—Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Grand Sea Road Ghost City] to explore Yadan wonders and unique Western Regions landscapes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Hami
D5:Details—Visit [Huiwangfu Palace], enjoy [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take evening train to Urumqi; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Urumqi
This 18-day grand loop of northern and southern Xinjiang focuses on ‘traveling by night, exploring by day, no train changes,’ letting you rest on comfortable sleeper berths and explore energetically during the day.D6:Details—Depart from Urumqi, visit [Tianshan Tianchi] for picturesque lake views, explore [Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar] for local culture, take evening train to Beitun; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D7:Details—Arrive in Beitun early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for in-depth exploration of picturesque landscapes, stay overnight in Jadengyu; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Jadengyu
D8:Details—Depart from Jadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Colorful Beach] Danxia landforms, enjoy sunset views, take evening train from Beitun to Yining; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D9:Details—Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] for highland blue lake views, then explore [Nalati] sky grassland; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Nalati
D10:Details—In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience Swan Lake and the magnificent Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Bayan Town
Take a tourist train to explore beautiful Xinjiang, choose from economy to luxury options. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
D11:Details—Depart from Bayan, take the [Duku Highway] highlights, visit [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take evening train to Kashgar; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D12:Details—Depart from Kashgar, visit [Pamir Plateau], [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grass Beach], stay overnight in Taxian; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Taxian
D13:Details—Depart from Taxian, experience [Home visits with various ethnic groups] for local culture, visit [White Sand Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Kashgar
🗺️ Route Highlights: See the best of Xinjiang in one tripD14:Details—Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine Garden], deeply experience Kashgar’s ancient charm, take evening train to Korla; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D15:Details—Depart from Korla, visit [Lop Nur Village], [Bosten Lake], experience southern Xinjiang’s unique water town and folk customs; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Korla
D16:Details—Board the train at Korla Station in the morning for the return journey; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D17:Details—Scenic train ride back, stops include: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Southern Train
D18:Details—Train stops include: Xiangtan (10:14), Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, passengers disembark at nearby stops and return to warm homes; Meals—Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation—Warm Home
💰 Price and Departure Dates
Limited annual departures (recommended 6 dates, don’t miss out)
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is an 18-day grand loop connecting northern and southern Xinjiang, covering four major regions: Eastern, Northern, Western, and Southern Xinjiang, linking diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons. May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train Room Types and Price Table (per person)
Xiaoxiang Suite:Premium room with private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room, no private bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High-value 4-person room, no private bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable, no private bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable, no private bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
💡 Friendly Reminder
Eastern Xinjiang Scenery: Hami Grand Sea Road Ghost City, Huiwangfu Palace, Twelve Muqam performance.The above are reference prices; actual prices may vary due to departure dates, policies, etc. Please refer to the formal contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Registration and Consultation
Registration Method:Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
Detailed Address:Please contact customer service directly for the specific address.
📋 Fee and Service Description
Fees Include:Train sleeper berths, hotel accommodations as listed, most meals as per itinerary, first admission tickets and shuttle buses for listed attractions, local tour buses, guide services, and travel agency liability insurance.
Fees Exclude:Round-trip transportation to Guangzhou, personal expenses, and costs not mentioned in the itinerary.
Service Description:The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, policies, etc. Specific arrangements are subject to the departure notice and contract. Single travelers will be matched for shared rooms where possible; special cases require separate negotiation.
For more details on Xinjiang train tours, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
