Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Xiaoxianghao Summer Itinerary Complete Guide to Kanas and Hemu Recommended Itinerary, Cost and Price

Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation

[Explore the Western Regions – Xiaoxiang Special Train] Comprehensive Guide to In-Depth Travel in Kanas and Hemu:An 18-Day Mobile Scenic Route Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:A Moving Feast Across Mountains and Rivers
While traditional tourist trains still follow the routine of ‘sleep on the train, take photos off the train,’ the newly upgraded ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’ in 2026 transforms the journey into an immersive experience. This 18-day loop through northern and southern Xinjiang, conceptualized as a ‘mobile five-star hotel,’ connects over 30 Xinjiang landmarks including Hami’s Devil City, the picturesque scenery of Kanas, the blue ice of Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau. It innovatively adopts a ‘special train + local boutique hotel’ model—allowing for in-depth exploration during the day and rest on the train at night, eliminating the hassle of lugging luggage and ensuring ample sleep each day, making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family trips.
🚂 Train Configuration:A Mobile ‘Travel Butler’
The entire Xiaoxiang Special Train features customized soft sleeper carriages, each equipped with charging ports, climate-controlled air conditioning, and 24-hour hot water. Thoughtfully designed ‘multi-functional activity areas’ allow passengers to enjoy freshly ground coffee in the morning, play board games with fellow travelers in the afternoon, and transform into a mini-cinema at night, screening Xinjiang-themed films like ‘Visitors on the Icy Mountain.’ A medical team is on board for daily check-ups, and the dining area offers a variety of meals from hand-pulled rice to baked stuffed buns, with a different menu each day.
📅 2026 Schedule and Pricing (6 recommended trips throughout the year, subject to contract)
▶ Limited Group Dates:

[Explore the Western Regions – Xiaoxiang Special Train] Comprehensive Guide to In-Depth Travel in Kanas and Hemu: An 18-Day Mobile Scenic Route Through Northern and Southern XinjiangMay 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
(Note:July-August is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang; it is recommended to book 60 days in advance)
▶ Room Types and Pricing (per person):
Xiaoxiang Mansion (2-3 person deluxe room with en-suite bathroom):62,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room (comfortable double room):45,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room (high cost-performance):42,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person upper bunk:17,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person lower bunk:19,999 yuan/person

🌄 Itinerary Highlights: A Moving Feast Across Mountains and Rivers(Price includes:Special train sleeper, local hotels, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, 15 breakfasts and 30 main meals, guide services; excludes: personal expenses, in-scenic spot transportation)
🗺 ️18-Day In-Depth Itinerary (subject to final departure notice)
▶ First 3 Days:A Visual Feast Through the Hexi Corridor
Departing from Guangzhou Baiyun Station, the special train travels north along the Beijing-Guangzhou line, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, and Zhengzhou, arriving in Xi’an on the third day. This journey is akin to a ‘mobile geography classroom’: through the train windows, witness the grace of Jiangnan water towns, the richness of the Central Plains, and the vastness of the Loess Plateau in succession. At Zhengzhou Station, the onboard guide distributes a ‘Silk Road Knowledge Handbook,’ using interactive quizzes to预热 (preheat/build excitement for) the Xinjiang journey ahead.
▶ Days 4-6:Ecological Transition from Eastern to Northern Xinjiang
Hami (D4):Explore the Haidao Devil City, searching for the prototype of the ‘Flowing Sand River’ from ‘Journey to the West’ among the yardang landforms, with a professional photographer guiding the shooting of ‘Martian surface’ blockbusters.
Urumqi (D5-6):Take a boat ride on Tianshan Tianchi Lake and ascend Maya Mountain for a panoramic view of Bogda Peak; at the International Bazaar, intangible cultural heritage inheritors demonstrate pottery-making on-site, allowing for custom-made souvenirs.
▶ Days 7-9:The Double Impact of Kanas and Nalati

While traditional tourist trains still follow the routine of ‘sleep on the train, take photos off the train,’ the newly upgraded ‘Xiaoxiang Special Train’ in 2026 transforms the journey into an immersive experience. This 18-day loop through northern and southern Xinjiang, conceptualized as a ‘mobile five-star hotel,’ connects over 30 Xinjiang landmarks including Hami’s Devil City, the picturesque scenery of Kanas, the blue ice of Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau. It innovatively adopts a ‘special train + local boutique hotel’ model—allowing for in-depth exploration during the day and rest on the train at night, eliminating the hassle of lugging luggage and ensuring ample sleep each day, making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family trips.Kanas (D7):Check into the Jiadengyu Eco Hotel, take a shuttle bus deep into the scenic area the next morning, wait for the ‘Cloud Sea Buddha Light’ at Guanyu Platform, and as you hike the Three Bays, the guide will explain the ancient wisdom of the Tuva people’s ‘fur skis.’
Hemu (D8):Taste ‘local hot pot’ in a Tuva wooden house, ascend the Haden Platform in the evening to watch cooking smoke intertwine with birch forests into an ink painting, and observe the Milky Way with a professional telescope at night.
Nalati (D9):Experience horseback riding on the aerial grasslands with one-on-one guidance from a professional horseman; visit the yurts of various ethnic groups to learn how to make ‘kurtak’ (lamb stew with potatoes).
▶ Days 10-12:A Symphony of Humanities and Nature in Southern Xinjiang
Bayinbuluk (D10):Wait for the miracle of ‘Nine Suns’ by the Swan Lake and listen to the guide recount the epic of the Torghut tribe’s eastward return.
Duku Highway (D11):Traverse the精华段 (highlight section) of ‘China’s Most Beautiful Highway,’ stopping for photos at the Large and Small Dragon Pools; within the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, the reddish-brown cliffs burn like flames under the sunlight.
Kashgar (D12):Dance with local people of various ethnic groups on the Pamir Plateau, with Karakul Lake reflecting Muztag Ata Peak and the Stone City ruins narrating the vicissitudes of the thousand-year Silk Road.
▶ Days 13-18:A Warm Conclusion from the Ancient Western Region City to the Return Journey

🚂 Train Configuration: A Mobile ‘Travel Butler’Kashgar Old Town (D13-14):Wander through the labyrinthine earth-yellow alleys, listen to弹唱 (stringed instrument performances) in a century-old teahouse, and unravel the legend of Emperor Qianlong’s favorite concubine in the Xiangfei Garden.
Korla (D15):Experience desert karting in the Lop Nur Village and taste ‘five-striped’ grilled fish by the Bosten Lake.
Return Journey (D16-18):The special train returns to Guangzhou via Lanzhou and Chongqing; upon disembarking at Xiangtan Station, each tourist receives a ‘Western Region Memories’ photo album documenting the highlights of the journey.
📝 Registration Instructions
Register through Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency, providing valid identification information and health certificates. Due to limited special train seats, early booking is recommended; remaining seats are subject to customer service confirmation.
💰 Fee Explanation and Service Standards
Fees Include:Special train sleeper, local hotels (including breakfast), first entrance tickets to scenic spots, 15 breakfasts and 30 main meals, guide services, travel accident insurance.
Fees Exclude:Personal expenses, in-scenic spot transportation (e.g., Kanas shuttle bus at 120 yuan/person must be self-paid), (single registrants will be coordinated for room-sharing as much as possible; special circumstances require negotiation).

The entire Xiaoxiang Special Train features customized soft sleeper carriages, each equipped with charging ports, climate-controlled air conditioning, and 24-hour hot water. Thoughtfully designed ‘multi-functional activity areas’ allow passengers to enjoy freshly ground coffee in the morning, play board games with fellow travelers in the afternoon, and transform into a mini-cinema at night, screening Xinjiang-themed films like ‘Visitors on the Icy Mountain.’ A medical team is on board for daily check-ups, and the dining area offers a variety of meals from hand-pulled rice to baked stuffed buns, with a different menu each day.Service Standards:Two guides + one doctor are assigned throughout the journey; one portable oxygen bottle is provided for every 10 people; all hotels are four-star standard, with eco-wooden houses in the Kanas section.
(Subject to actual consultation and contracting)
⚠ ️ Precautions
Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference with the mainland; meal times during the itinerary may be delayed.
When visiting Kanas in July-August, bring a windproof jacket; due to the high altitude of the Pamir Plateau, it is advisable to take Rhodiola in advance.
Both parties may reasonably modify the itinerary upon mutual agreement; in case of force majeure, an emergency plan will be activated to safeguard tourists’ rights.
📞 Contact Information
Consult Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorers International Travel Agency, for the latest seat availability and promotional offers.
This Xiaoxiang Special Train journey is not merely a 3,000-kilometer geographical expedition but an immersive experience that awakens all five senses. As the train slowly departs from Guangzhou Station, you are about to embark on a wonderful journey of recording scenery with your eyes and feeling culture with your heart.

Contact Manager Guo Jing at 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation