Xiaoxiang 2026 Booking Guangzhou to Xinjiang Special Train South North Xinjiang 18 Days Official Steps
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to slowly enjoy the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, from economy to luxury options 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 get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 Want to start from Guangzhou and see all the classic scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang in 18 days?
The “Xiaoxiang” tourist train might be the slow travel plan tailored for you.
This train adopts a “night travel, day sightseeing” mode, allowing you to rest on comfortable sleeper berths and explore energetically during the day. The itinerary covers classic attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang such as Hami Grand Canyon Devil City, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kashgar Old City, connecting diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights at a Glance
🚄 Direct train, hassle-free
Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station directly to Xinjiang without transfers. The entire journey uses train sleeper berths, so large luggage doesn’t need to be moved up and down, especially friendly for family trips and seniors.
🛌 Elderly-friendly design, comfortable sleep
As the first elderly-friendly tourist train in South China, the “Xiaoxiang” has optimized sleeper designs. Some rooms include bathrooms, and all train bathrooms have non-slip floors, shower stools, accessible handrails, and SOS emergency buttons. Cabins use soundproofing technology to ensure quiet rest during the journey.
🚂 Want to start from Guangzhou and see all the classic scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang in 18 days?🛎 ️ Butler + medical staff, full journey support
The train uses a “hotel butler + quality guide” service model, with a medical team providing attentive care. The dining car offers balanced meals, and the train also has chess rooms, KTV, and other activity spaces to enrich the travel experience.
🏞 ️ Panoramic view of northern and southern Xinjiang, see it all at once
The itinerary is carefully arranged to visit many representative landscapes in northern and southern Xinjiang at once, including:
Eastern Xinjiang:Hami Grand Canyon Devil City
Northern Xinjiang:Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayanbulak
Southern Xinjiang:Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau (Karakul Lake, Stone City, Golden Grassland)
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and times are for reference only; the final details are subject to the official departure notice.
The “Xiaoxiang” tourist train might be the slow travel plan tailored for you.D1:Itinerary Details——Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station around 23:40 on the train, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, heading to beautiful Xinjiang to start the Western Regions panoramic tour; Meals——None; Accommodation——Southern Train
D2: Itinerary Details——Scenic train journey, reference stops: Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoy the scenery along the way; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Train
D3:Itinerary Details——Scenic train journey, reference stops: Xi’an (10:12), Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the Western Regions, experiencing changing landscapes; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Train
D4:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, visit [Grand Canyon Devil City] to explore Yadan wonders and experience the unique Western Regions landscape; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Hami
D5:Itinerary Details——Visit [Prince’s Mansion], enjoy [Twelve Muqam] intangible cultural heritage performance, take the 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 Regions folk customs, take the train to Beitun in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Train
D7:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Beitun early, visit [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, explore the picturesque landscape, 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, take the train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Train
This train adopts a “night travel, day sightseeing” mode, allowing you to rest on comfortable sleeper berths and explore energetically during the day. The itinerary covers classic attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang such as Hami Grand Canyon Devil City, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kashgar Old City, connecting diverse landscapes like snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, and canyons.D9:Itinerary Details——Arrive in Yining early, visit [Sayram Lake] to enjoy the highland blue lake scenery, then visit [Nalati] sky grassland; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Nalati
D10:Itinerary Details——In-depth tour of [Nalati Grassland], then visit [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the grandeur 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 highlight section of [Duku Highway], visit [Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, take the train to Kashgar in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Train
D12:Itinerary Details——Depart from Kashgar, visit [Pamir Plateau], explore [Karakul Lake], [Stone City], [Golden Grassland], stay overnight in Tashkurgan; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Tashkurgan
D13:Itinerary Details——Depart from Tashkurgan, experience [Home visits with various ethnic groups] to feel local customs, visit [White Sand Lake], return to Kashgar city; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details——Visit [Kashgar Old City], [Id Kah Mosque], [Fragrant Concubine Garden], deeply experience the charm of Kashgar ancient city, take the train to Korla in the evening; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Train
Take a tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, from economy to luxury options 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 get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
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 train from Korla Station in the morning to officially return, starting the journey home; Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Train
D17:Itinerary Details——Scenic train journey back, reference stops: Lanzhou (8:51), Chongqing North (21:08); Meals——Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Accommodation——Southern Train
🗺️ Route Highlights at a GlanceD18:Itinerary Details——Reference train 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
💰 Price and Departure Dates
Limited annual departures (recommended 6 dates, miss out if not booked)
May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train room types and price list (per person)
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy｜62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable double room, no bathroom｜45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:High-value 4-person room, no bathroom｜42,999 RMB/person
🚄 Direct train, hassle-freeYuanxiang Pavilion 4-person upper berth:Convenient and comfortable, no bathroom｜17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person lower berth:Convenient and comfortable, no bathroom｜19,999 RMB/person
💡 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices for 2026; actual prices may fluctuate due to departure dates, policies, etc. Please refer to the formal contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Single travelers will be matched for shared rooms where possible; special cases need separate negotiation.
📞 How to Register and Inquire
Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to inquire about availability and departure dates in advance, and confirm traveler information and document requirements.
Inquiry Channels
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station directly to Xinjiang without transfers. The entire journey uses train sleeper berths, so large luggage doesn’t need to be moved up and down, especially friendly for family trips and seniors.Address:Please contact customer service directly for the specific address.
Contract and Payment
After confirming the itinerary, sign a formal travel contract with the travel agency and make payment according to the contract terms. It is recommended to understand the cancellation and modification rules in advance.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Included in Cost
Typically includes train sleeper tickets, local tour bus, first entrance tickets for listed attractions, hotel accommodation as indicated, meals as indicated in the itinerary, and guide services. Specific inclusions are subject to the signed travel contract.
Not Included in Cost
Typically does not include personal transportation to and from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary, personal expenses, and additional costs due to force majeure. Specific exclusions are subject to the signed travel contract.
Service Description
The travel agency provides itinerary consultation, booking, contract signing, and departure notice services. In case of weather, road conditions, or other force majeure factors, both parties can negotiate reasonable itinerary changes. Specific service details are subject to the travel contract and departure notice.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist train tours, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
