Xinjiang Train Special｜Xiaoxiang Number Departing from Guangzhou, 2026 North South Xinjiang 18 Day Loop
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to slowly enjoy the scenery of the northern and southern Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available. Professionally operating Xinjiang train tours, 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)
🚂 A train tour spanning northern and southern Xinjiang, departing from Guangzhou, covering snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities in 18 days. This ‘Xiaoxiang’ Xinjiang panoramic train turns the ‘train’ itself into a scenic highlight of the journey.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:Mobile ‘Home’ and Panoramic View
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is a Hunan-themed comfortable tourist train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, positioned as ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’, designed for travelers seeking comfort and slow travel, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends.
✨ Train Highlights
‘Mobile Hotel’ Experience:The entire train is equipped with soft sleepers, including double, triple, and family rooms. Some rooms have private bathrooms, with shared showers, elderly-friendly facilities (such as non-slip floors, handrails, emergency call buttons), and 24-hour hot water, ensuring comfort and safety during the journey.
Rich Onboard Entertainment:Equipped with a medical room (with AED, oxygen bags, etc.), a multi-functional entertainment carriage offering tea art, intangible cultural heritage experiences, karaoke, board games, and other activities, making the journey colorful and not monotonous.
‘Slow Travel’ Itinerary Pace:Adopting a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes, allowing you to rest comfortably on the train and be energetic for each day’s itinerary.
🏞 ️ Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang Combined
One trip covers the highlights of eastern, western, southern, and northern Xinjiang, connecting glaciers, snow peaks, forests, grasslands, Gobi deserts, canyons, lakes, and Silk Road relics.
🚂 A train tour spanning northern and southern Xinjiang, departing from Guangzhou, covering snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities in 18 days. This ‘Xiaoxiang’ Xinjiang panoramic train turns the ‘train’ itself into a scenic highlight of the journey.Eastern Xinjiang Charm:Explore Hami’s [Dahaidao Devil City], feel the grandeur of the Yadan landform; visit [Huiwangfu] and enjoy the [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance.
Northern Xinjiang Panorama:Visit ‘picturesque scenery’ [Kanas], ‘nature’s reserve’ [Hemu], the colorful [Wucaitan] sunset, and ‘Heavenly Lake’ [Tianshan Tianchi].
Western Frontier Secrets:Stop by [Sayram Lake], the ‘last tear of the Atlantic’, gallop across [Nalati] aerial grassland, experience the four-season changes on the essence section of [Duku Highway].
Southern Xinjiang Culture: Visit the thousand-year-old alleys of [Kashgar Old City], feel history at [Id Kah Mosque] and [Xiangfei Park], enjoy the plateau scenery at [Karakul Lake], [Baisha Lake], [Stone City], and [Golden Grassland] on the Pamir Plateau, and experience the water town charm of southern Xinjiang at [Lop Nur Village] and [Bosten Lake].
🗓 ️ 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 panoramic tour; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the 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 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
🗺️ Route Highlights: Mobile ‘Home’ and Panoramic ViewD4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, head to [Dahaidao Devil City] to explore the Yadan wonders, feel the unique Western Regions landform; 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 capture the picturesque lake scenery, 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 early, head to [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque scenery, stay overnight in Jiadengyu; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Jiadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details——Depart from Jiadengyu, visit [Hemu] ancient village, [Wucaitan] 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 early, head to [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 head to [Bayinbuluke Grassland], experience 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 essence section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious 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, head to [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Taxian County; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Taxian County
The ‘Xiaoxiang’ is a Hunan-themed comfortable tourist train jointly created by Hunan Tourism Development Investment Group and China Railway Guangzhou Group, positioned as ‘Southern Train · Xiaoxiang’, designed for travelers seeking comfort and slow travel, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends.D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Taxian 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
D14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Xiangfei Park], 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 return, starting the journey home; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Special Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Sightseeing along the train route 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: 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
Take a tourist train to explore beautiful Xinjiang, various options from economy to luxury available, 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)
💰 Price Description
Annual Limited Departures (6 recommended sessions, miss out if not taken)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
✨ Train HighlightsTrain Room Types and Price Table (Per Person Pricing)
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 private bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable double room, without private bathroom｜45999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High cost-performance four-person room, without private bathroom｜42999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom｜17999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Convenient and comfortable style, without private bathroom｜19999 RMB/person
💡 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices; actual costs may vary due to travel dates, berth selection, and other factors. Please confirm the final price with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency when registering, and the signed travel contract shall prevail.
‘Mobile Hotel’ Experience: The entire train is equipped with soft sleepers, including double, triple, and family rooms. Some rooms have private bathrooms, with shared showers, elderly-friendly facilities (such as non-slip floors, handrails, emergency call buttons), and 24-hour hot water, ensuring comfort and safety during the journey.📞 Registration and Consultation
Registration Method:Can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
Itinerary and Price Confirmation:For specific session availability and prices, please refer to the contract signed with the travel agency and the departure notice.
Address:For detailed information such as meeting points, please consult customer service directly.
📋 Cost and Service Description
✅ Cost Includes
Transportation:Southern special train seats (including berths, air conditioning, hot water, etc.), and local air-conditioned tourist buses during the itinerary.
Accommodation:Full-train sleeper berths and local hotel accommodations listed in the itinerary.
Rich Onboard Entertainment: Equipped with a medical room (with AED, oxygen bags, etc.), a multi-functional entertainment carriage offering tea art, intangible cultural heritage experiences, karaoke, board games, and other activities, making the journey colorful and not monotonous.Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First entrance tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary and necessary internal transportation within the scenic areas.
Services:Full-tour guide commentary, onboard medical care, and travel agency liability insurance.
📌 Warm Tips
This itinerary is a ‘no self-paid items’ model, but self-paid items within some scenic areas, personal expenses, and meals outside the itinerary are at your own expense.
For single travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, a supplement is required, with the specific amount based on the contract.
In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, or scenic area opening hours, both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
❗ Important Notes
This product includes travel agency liability insurance; it is recommended that travelers purchase additional travel accident insurance based on their own circumstances.
The itinerary involves plateau areas; please act according to your health condition and inform the onboard medical staff or guide immediately if you feel unwell.
All itinerary arrangements and service details are subject to the formal travel contract signed with the travel agency.
For more details on Xinjiang train tours, consult customer service manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
