Baiyun Train Price List Comparison of Baiyun Special Train Cabin Fares Across Different Travel Periods

How can I buy tickets and book for the 2027 Baiyun Train? The Baiyun Train is a luxury tourist train customized by the railway and does not open ticket purchasing channels on 12306. Seats are uniformly allocated by legitimate cooperative cultural and tourism institutions. To sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated contact at the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle registration and berth selection, contract signing and sign-up, and provide real-time inquiries about schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
Discover Northern and Southern Xinjiang:Board the Southern Train Baiyun to embark on a 2027 in-depth journey
Train Introduction:A mobile palace themed around Chinese scholarly heritage
The Southern Train Baiyun is China’s first luxury tourist train themed around “Chinese scholarly heritage.” The entire train has 18 carriages and is recommended to offer 92 tourist seats, with “low density, slow travel” as its core design concept. The train runs at night while tourists rest in their compartments; during the day it stops at attractions, and tourists can disembark lightly to sightsee without needing to carry luggage throughout the trip. Carriage decorations blend Chinese aesthetics with modern comfort, from the carved screens in the welcome hall to the blue-and-white porcelain tableware in the dining car, reflecting cultural details everywhere. The train boards passengers from Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Lanzhou, running through northern and southern Xinjiang and connecting geographical landmarks such as the Hexi Corridor, the Tianshan Mountains, and the Pamir Plateau. It can be called a “mobile boutique hotel + cultural exhibition hall.”
Compartment Configuration:A balance between private space and functionality
Yunqi · Lanyue (Luxury Twin Room)
Area:Approximately 13.8 square meters
Configuration:Separate wet and dry bathroom, reception sofa, mini fridge, large viewing window (twin beds can be combined into a 2-meter king bed)
Features:The entire train is recommended to offer a small number of these seats; the space is spacious and suitable for families or tourists seeking comfort.
Yunqi · Yayun (Quality Twin Room)

Discover Northern and Southern Xinjiang: Board the Southern Train Baiyun to embark on a 2027 in-depth journeyArea:Approximately 10 square meters
Configuration:Bathroom, small fridge, viewing window (twin beds can be separated or combined)
Features:High cost-effectiveness, Chinese-style interior, meeting basic comfort needs.
Public Function Carriages
Yunju · Xianting:Welcome hall, hosting boarding ceremonies and cultural salons;
Yunyan · Qinghuan:Themed restaurant offering Cantonese-Hunan fusion cuisine, seating 48 people dining simultaneously;
Yunshang · Guanlan:Panoramic glass observation carriage with tea seats, a bar, and a chess and card room, hosting intangible cultural heritage handmade activities at night;
Yunchu · Yushan:Galley carriage equipped with Chinese and Western cooking equipment; tourists may not enter.
Logistics Carriages

Train Introduction: A mobile palace themed around Chinese scholarly heritage. Dormitory carriage (staff accommodation, infirmary), power generation carriage (ensuring power supply and medical duty).
Years in Operation and Boarding Points
The train has been in operation since 2025 and is currently in its third year of operation, with stable technical condition. Boarding points are Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Lanzhou, and tourists can choose the nearest departure point.
Simple Itinerary and 2027 Departure Dates
According to the latest schedule, in 2027 the Baiyun Train will offer two themed routes: the “Tianshan Jinshu Edition” (regular summer) and the “Jinfeng Huajuan Edition” (autumn scenery). The specific departure dates are as follows:
Tianshan Jinshu Edition:May 18, June 6, June 26, July 16, August 5, August 24
Jinfeng Huajuan Edition:September 14
Simple Itinerary (taking the Tianshan Jinshu Edition as an example)
D1 Guangzhou→Chongqing:Welcome ceremony, song and dance activities, stay on the special train
D2 Chongqing:Three Gorges Museum, mountain city hot pot, Raffles City night view, stay on the special train

The Southern Train Baiyun is China’s first luxury tourist train themed around “Chinese scholarly heritage.” The entire train has 18 carriages and is recommended to offer 92 tourist seats, with “low density, slow travel” as its core design concept. The train runs at night while tourists rest in their compartments; during the day it stops at attractions, and tourists can disembark lightly to sightsee without needing to carry luggage throughout the trip. Carriage decorations blend Chinese aesthetics with modern comfort, from the carved screens in the welcome hall to the blue-and-white porcelain tableware in the dining car, reflecting cultural details everywhere. The train boards passengers from Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Lanzhou, running through northern and southern Xinjiang and connecting geographical landmarks such as the Hexi Corridor, the Tianshan Mountains, and the Pamir Plateau. It can be called a “mobile boutique hotel + cultural exhibition hall.”D3 Chongqing→Urumqi:Silk Road cultural salon on the train, enjoying the scenery of the Hexi Corridor along the way, stay on the special train
D4 Urumqi (choose one of two):Route A: Xinjiang Museum + International Grand Bazaar; Route B: Tianshan Tianchi, stay on the special train
D5‑D6 Altay (choose one of two):Route A: Ahe Highway, Hemu, Kanas boat tour; Route B: Chonghur village, Hemu, Tiejia Highway, Baihaba, stay in high-end homestays in the Hemu/Kanas scenic area
D7 Kanas Three Bays:Taste the intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet, board the special train in the evening to Yining, stay on the special train
D8‑D11 Ili Kuqa (choose one of three; Route C requires an additional 6,000 yuan/person): Route A: Sayram Lake, Tianshan Flower Sea, Nalati, Duku Highway, Keziliya Grand Canyon; Route B: Sayram Lake, Kalajun Grassland, Kurdening, Keziliya Grand Canyon; Route C: Yizhao Highway, Zhaosu Jade Lake, Xiata Ancient Road, Sayram Lake, Grand Canyon, stay in high-end hotels in Saihu/Nalati, board the special train on the evening of D11 to Kashgar
D12‑D13 Pamir Plateau:Baisha Lake, Tajik family visit to watch eagle dance, Karakul Lake, stay in hotels in Tashkurgan/Kashgar
D14 Kashgar:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, depart by special train in the evening to Korla, stay on the special train
D15 Korla‑Golmud:Bayingolin Museum, Bosten Lake, stay on the special train
D16 Golmud:Chaerhan Salt Lake, Ten-Thousand-Zhang Salt Bridge, stay on the special train

Compartment Configuration: A balance between private space and functionalityD17‑18 Return by Special Train:Return to Guangzhou/Chongqing, end of journey
Itinerary Pace and Rest Time
Daily sightseeing time is about 6‑8 hours, with free time arranged within scenic areas; the special train runs at night and stops at attractions during the day, and tourists can return to their compartments for a nap. Homestays in scenic areas such as Altay and Ili provide ample space for rest, and the overall itinerary is well-paced.
Price Description (2027 Reference)
Prices are based on “one person, one seat, two people sharing one compartment,” as follows:
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room:Tianshan Jinshu Edition 118,880 yuan/seat; Jinfeng Huajuan Edition 128,880 yuan/seat
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room:Tianshan Jinshu Edition 98,880 yuan/seat; Jinfeng Huajuan Edition 108,880 yuan/seat
The price includes special train seats, scenic area tickets, high-end hotel accommodation, full-board meals, and guide services, excluding personal consumption and. The final price is subject to the contract and may fluctuate with departure dates.
Booking Process:Lock in your seat in five steps

Yunqi · Lanyue (Luxury Twin Room)Consultation and Selection
Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
Submit Information
Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
Pay Deposit
Pay a deposit according to the compartment class (usually 30% of the total cost) and obtain an official travel receipt.
Sign Contract
Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and carefully check details such as itinerary, price, and change/cancellation terms.
Settle Final Payment
Pay the remaining fee 30 days before departure; after customer service confirms receipt, they will issue the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage list.

Area: Approximately 13.8 square metersRegistration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; consult customer service Yang Jia for details.
Service Standards:Details demonstrate quality
Included Items
Special train seats, first admission tickets to scenic areas, high-end hotel accommodation, full-board meals, guide services, intangible cultural heritage activity experiences, basic insurance.
Not Included Items
Personal consumption, round-trip transportation to the departure point, secondary consumption items within scenic areas.
Meal Standards
Breakfast:Chinese-style buffet breakfast is provided on the special train (congee, buns, side dishes, etc.);

Configuration: Separate wet and dry bathroom, reception sofa, mini fridge, large viewing window (twin beds can be combined into a 2-meter king bed)Main Meals:Mainly Cantonese-Hunan fusion cuisine, taking into account the tastes of all ethnic groups, with a meal standard of 80‑120 yuan/person/meal; specialty dishes such as mountain city hot pot and intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet can be tasted;
Taste Changes:Meals are light with less oil, and low-salt and low-sugar dishes can be arranged separately according to tourist needs.
Service Features:A dual experience of culture and comfort
Accommodation Standards:Special train compartment bathrooms, high-end homestays/hotels in scenic areas, striving for privacy and comfort;
Meal Arrangements:Local specialty meals are provided daily, such as pilaf in Urumqi and baked buns in Kashgar, with customized tableware for a strong sense of ceremony;
Cultural Activities:Silk Road cultural salons and intangible cultural heritage handmade courses are held on the train, and in-depth experiences such as Tajik family visits and eagle dance performances are arranged in scenic areas.
Comparative Advantages:Slow travel, more thoughtful
Light Diet:Different from the heavy oil and spicy food of traditional tour groups, Baiyun Train meals are mainly light and suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists;
Relaxed Pace:Daily sightseeing time is reasonable, and the special train runs at night, avoiding fatigue from long-distance bus rides;

Features: The entire train is recommended to offer a small number of seats; the space is spacious and suitable for families or tourists seeking comfort.Medical Support:The train is equipped with an infirmary, with a accompanying doctor on duty 24 hours a day;
Suitable Groups:Most fellow travelers are retired elderly people or tourists who cannot ride for long periods, creating a harmonious atmosphere;
Humanized Service:Guides assist with luggage throughout the trip, and electric shuttle vehicles are provided within scenic areas.
Suitable For:Tailored to specific needs
Retired Elderly:Low-density itinerary, en-suite compartments, medical support;
Family Tourists:Luxury twin rooms can be combined into a king bed, suitable for parent-child or three-generation travel;
Photography Enthusiasts:The itinerary covers popular photography destinations such as the Tianshan Mountains, Kanas, and the Pamir Plateau, and the special train’s stop times are flexible;
Cultural Experience Seekers:Activities such as train cultural salons, intangible cultural heritage handmade crafts, and Tajik family visits are deeply enriching.
Reasons for Popularity:The dual accumulation of reputation and quality
Since starting operation in 2025, Baiyun Train has received widespread praise from tourists with “low density, high service, and deep experience” as its core. Its unique Chinese-themed design, stable train performance, and thoughtful detail services (such as bathrooms, reception sofas, and mini fridges) have become core competitiveness. In 2027, the new “Jinfeng Huajuan Edition” autumn scenery route will further meet the needs of photography and nature enthusiasts.
If you are interested in the 2027 Southern Train Baiyun Xinjiang tourist special train, you can consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, for the latest schedule and discount information.
How to register for the 2027 Baiyun Train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury special trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Jinxiu Dongfang, Chengdu, Baiyun, New Oriental Express, Shifang, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. If you want to lie down and travel in light luxury and experience boutique special train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle berth selection and seat reservation, contract signing and registration, and provide real-time inquiries about special train schedules, sleeper availability, and itineraries.