Xiaoxiang Special Train 2026 Complete Guide to Ticket Purchase Where to Register Official Channels and Routes Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
🚂 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train: Comprehensive Guide to a Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are seeking comfortable travel options that eliminate the need for frequent transfers and lugging luggage between hotels. The Xiaoxiang Special Train is tailored to meet such needs. Designed with the concept of ‘slow travel with panoramic views,’ this train combines sleeper berths on the train with stays at local boutique hotels throughout the journey. Tourists don’t need to pack and transfer their luggage daily; instead, they can deeply explore local attractions at daytime stops and rest on the train at night while traveling to the next destination, balancing comfort with comprehensive coverage of the itinerary.
The 2026 itinerary of the Xiaoxiang Special Train covers multiple distinctive tourist areas in northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting a variety of natural and cultural landscapes such as Yardang landforms, snow-capped mountains and lakes, grasslands and wetlands, canyons and ancient cities, and plateau scenery. Starting from the Haidao Devil City in Hami, tourists can admire unique Yardang clusters formed by hundreds of millions of years of wind erosion; at Tianchi on the Tianshan Mountains, they can capture the clear scenery of alpine lakes, and experience the handicrafts and cuisine of various ethnic groups at the Xinjiang International Bazaar; the Kanas Scenic Area offers rich layers of primeval forests and lake landscapes, while the wooden architecture of Hemu Ancient Village paired with the morning mist creates a unique charm, and the Danxia landform at Wucaitan is particularly vivid in color layers at sunset; the surface of Sayram Lake presents varying shades of blue on clear days, while the grasslands and spruce forests on the Nalati Grassland are interspersed, and the wetland areas of the Bayanbulak Grassland reveal winding river landscapes; the精华段 (highlight section) of the Duku Highway allows for the appreciation of diverse landforms from grasslands to canyons in one go, and the red rock wall landscape of the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon is visually striking; on the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake echoes with Muztagh Ata, the wetland landscape of Jincaotan is soft under sunlight, and the ancient ruins of Shitoucheng carry a profound history; the streets and alleys within the Old Town of Kashgar are irregularly arranged, with various characteristic shops scattered throughout, while cultural attractions such as the Id Kah Mosque and the Xiangfei Garden allow tourists to fully experience local cultural characteristics; in Korla, the Luobu Village offers a chance to experience unique folk culture, while the waterscape of Bosten Lake allows tourists to feel the rare water town atmosphere in southern Xinjiang.
According to the latest travel information for 2026, the Duku Highway is expected to officially open for traffic on June 5, 2026. All six departures of the Xiaoxiang Special Train cover the open period of the Duku Highway, allowing tourists to smoothly visit the landscapes of the highway’s highlight section. Additionally, many scenic areas in Xinjiang have resumed normal operations in 2026, with grassland scenic areas such as Kalajun opening to tourists at the end of April. These areas implement crowd limits and time-slot reservation policies, and the train itinerary will complete reservations for relevant scenic areas in advance, eliminating the need for tourists to operate on their own.
👉 Simple Itinerary
Warm Tips:The train route, stops, and recommended times are for reference only; specific details are subject to the final tour notice.
D1:Itinerary Details – Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station by special train around 23:40, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou on the way to beautiful Xinjiang, beginning a panoramic tour of the Western Regions; Meal Arrangements – None; Accommodation Arrangements – Southern Special Train
🚂 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train: Comprehensive Guide to a Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern XinjiangD2: Itinerary Details – Sightseeing along the train route, with reference stops at Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), and Zhengzhou (23:58), enjoying the scenery along the way; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Southern Special Train
D3:Itinerary Details – Sightseeing along the train route, with reference stops at Xi’an (10:12) and Lanzhou (19:49), gradually approaching the heart of the Western Regions and experiencing the changing regional landscapes; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Southern Special Train
D4:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Hami in the afternoon, head to [Haidao Devil City] to explore Yardang wonders and experience the unique landforms of the Western Regions; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Hami
D5:Itinerary Details – Visit [Hui王府 (Hui Royal Palace)], enjoy a performance of the intangible cultural heritage [Twelve Mukam], and take the special train to Urumqi in the evening; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Urumqi
D6:Itinerary Details – Depart from Urumqi to visit [Tianchi on the Tianshan Mountains] to capture picturesque lake scenery, and stroll through the [Xinjiang International Bazaar] to experience the folk customs of the Western Regions, then take the special train to Beitun in the evening; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Southern Special Train
D7:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Beitun City early in the morning, head to the [Kanas] scenic area for an in-depth tour, exploring picturesque landscapes, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Jiadengyu
D8:Itinerary Details – Depart from Jiadengyu to visit the ancient village of [Hemu] and the Danxia landform at [Wucaitan], enjoying the beautiful sunset, then take the special train from Beitun to Yining in the evening; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Southern Special Train
D9:Itinerary Details – Arrive in Yining early in the morning, head to [Sayram Lake] to appreciate the beauty of the alpine blue lake, then visit the [Nalati]空中草原 (aerial grassland); Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Nalati
Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are seeking comfortable travel options that eliminate the need for frequent transfers and lugging luggage between hotels. The Xiaoxiang Special Train is tailored to meet such needs. Designed with the concept of ‘slow travel with panoramic views,’ this train combines sleeper berths on the train with stays at local boutique hotels throughout the journey. Tourists don’t need to pack and transfer their luggage daily; instead, they can deeply explore local attractions at daytime stops and rest on the train at night while traveling to the next destination, balancing comfort with comprehensive coverage of the itinerary.D10:Itinerary Details – Conduct an in-depth tour of the [Nalati Grassland], then head to the [Bayanbulak Grassland] to experience the grandeur of Swan Lake and the winding river; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Bayan Town
D11:Itinerary Details – Depart from Bayan, travel along the highlight section of the [Duku Highway], visit the [Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon], arrive in Kuqa, then take the special train to Kashgar in the evening; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Southern Special Train
D12:Itinerary Details – Depart from Kashgar to the [Pamir Plateau], visit [Karakul Lake], [Shitoucheng (Stone City)], and [Jincaotan], and stay overnight in Taxkorgan County; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Taxkorgan County
D13:Itinerary Details – Depart from Taxkorgan County to experience [home visits to families of various ethnic groups] to feel folk customs, visit [Baisha Lake], and return to Kashgar city; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Kashgar
D14:Itinerary Details – Visit the [Old Town of Kashgar], [Id Kah Mosque], and [Xiangfei Garden] to deeply experience the charm of the ancient city of Kashgar, then take the special train to Korla in the evening; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Southern Special Train
D15:Itinerary Details – Depart from Korla to visit [Luobu Village] and [Bosten Lake], experiencing the unique water town and folk customs of southern Xinjiang; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Korla
D16:Itinerary Details – Officially depart on the special train from Korla Station in the morning, beginning the journey home; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Southern Special Train
The 2026 itinerary of the Xiaoxiang Special Train covers multiple distinctive tourist areas in northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting a variety of natural and cultural landscapes such as Yardang landforms, snow-capped mountains and lakes, grasslands and wetlands, canyons and ancient cities, and plateau scenery. Starting from the Haidao Devil City in Hami, tourists can admire unique Yardang clusters formed by hundreds of millions of years of wind erosion; at Tianchi on the Tianshan Mountains, they can capture the clear scenery of alpine lakes, and experience the handicrafts and cuisine of various ethnic groups at the Xinjiang International Bazaar; the Kanas Scenic Area offers rich layers of primeval forests and lake landscapes, while the wooden architecture of Hemu Ancient Village paired with the morning mist creates a unique charm, and the Danxia landform at Wucaitan is particularly vivid in color layers at sunset; the surface of Sayram Lake presents varying shades of blue on clear days, while the grasslands and spruce forests on the Nalati Grassland are interspersed, and the wetland areas of the Bayanbulak Grassland reveal winding river landscapes; the精华段 (highlight section) of the Duku Highway allows for the appreciation of diverse landforms from grasslands to canyons in one go, and the red rock wall landscape of the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon is visually striking; on the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake echoes with Muztagh Ata, the wetland landscape of Jincaotan is soft under sunlight, and the ancient ruins of Shitoucheng carry a profound history; the streets and alleys within the Old Town of Kashgar are irregularly arranged, with various characteristic shops scattered throughout, while cultural attractions such as the Id Kah Mosque and the Xiangfei Garden allow tourists to fully experience local cultural characteristics; in Korla, the Luobu Village offers a chance to experience unique folk culture, while the waterscape of Bosten Lake allows tourists to feel the rare water town atmosphere in southern Xinjiang.D17:Itinerary Details – Sightseeing along the return train route, with reference stops at Lanzhou (8:51) and Chongqing North (21:08); Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Southern Special Train
D18:Itinerary Details – Reference stops along the train route include Xiangtan (10:14) and Zhuzhou (11:08), arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40, where tourists can disembark at the nearest stop and return to their warm homes; Meal Arrangements – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Accommodation Arrangements – Warm Home
👉 Price and Tour Period Explanation
Limited departures for the 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train throughout the year (6 recommended periods, don’t miss out):May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19.
Different room types cater to different travel needs, combining sleeper berths on the train with stays at local boutique hotels throughout the journey for comfort and peace of mind. Reference prices for each room type are as follows (priced per person):
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Deluxe room type with private bathroom, accommodating 2-3 people, good privacy | 62,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable double room without private bathroom | 45,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:Cost-effective quadruple room without private bathroom | 42,999 yuan/person
According to the latest travel information for 2026, the Duku Highway is expected to officially open for traffic on June 5, 2026. All six departures of the Xiaoxiang Special Train cover the open period of the Duku Highway, allowing tourists to smoothly visit the landscapes of the highway’s highlight section. Additionally, many scenic areas in Xinjiang have resumed normal operations in 2026, with grassland scenic areas such as Kalajun opening to tourists at the end of April. These areas implement crowd limits and time-slot reservation policies, and the train itinerary will complete reservations for relevant scenic areas in advance, eliminating the need for tourists to operate on their own.Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person upper bunk:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom | 17,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person lower bunk:Convenient and comfortable option without private bathroom | 19,999 yuan/person
The above prices are reference prices; prices and availability may fluctuate depending on the departure period, subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
👉 Registration Method
Tourists interested in traveling can register through the Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. For specific registration procedures, availability inquiries, and itinerary information requests, consult the customer service manager Zhang Jing of the Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. Relevant service addresses and other information can be obtained by consulting customer service.
👉 Fee and Service Explanation
Reference scope of included fees: Full transportation (sleeper berth corresponding to the train room type + air-conditioned tourist bus for local itinerary), accommodation (train berth indicated in the itinerary + corresponding room type at local boutique hotels), all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners indicated in the itinerary, first admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary, professional guide services, basic onboard medical support, cultural experience activities included in the itinerary (such as Twelve Mukam performances, folk home visits, etc.).
👉 Simple ItineraryReference scope of excluded fees:Personal expenses incurred voluntarily, paid experience projects within attractions chosen voluntarily (such as scenic area shuttle buses, boat tours, special experience projects, etc.), travel accident insurance (recommended for tourists to purchase as needed). For solo travelers registering, the travel agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
Specific fee inclusions and service content are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area open status, and train scheduling during the itinerary involve uncertainties. Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made upon mutual agreement, and all service content and related rights and responsibilities are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
👉 Travel Tips
1. The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is significant; even in summer, it is advisable to bring a thin down jacket or a thick windbreaker. High-altitude areas such as the Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, and Kanas have lower temperatures, requiring warm clothing preparations;
2. Most areas in Xinjiang have strong ultraviolet radiation; it is advisable to bring high-SPF sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, and sun-protective clothing to avoid sunburn;
3. Valid identification documents are required for entry to all scenic areas; please carry valid identification with you at all times;
4. If traveling with a drone, flight applications must be submitted in advance according to relevant regulations; do not fly in no-fly zones;
5. When visiting scenic areas, please follow the designated tour routes and do not enter unopened areas; keep a distance from naturally occurring animals and do not feed them;
6. The diet in Xinjiang differs somewhat from that in inland areas; you can bring a moderate amount of personal commonly used food according to your taste. Tourists with dietary restrictions can inform customer service in advance to facilitate coordination of meal arrangements.
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
