Baiyun Train 2027 Departure Dates Off Peak Schedule Overview and Official Booking Guide

How to buy tickets and book for the 2027 Baiyun Hao? The Baiyun Hao is a luxury tourist train customized by the railway and does not open ticket purchasing channels on 12306; seats are uniformly allocated by legitimate partner cultural 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.
Exploring Northern and Southern Xinjiang:Board the “Baiyun Hao” to start a slow-paced poetic journey
Train Introduction:A moving “Chinese aesthetic space”
The “Baiyun Hao” is China’s first luxury tourist train built around the theme of a “Chinese scholarly household.” After a full upgrade in 2026, the entire train has 18 carriages and is recommended to offer 92 tourist seats, focusing on the concept of “low density, in-depth travel.” The train features “moving at night, sightseeing by day,” so tourists do not need to repeatedly move their luggage and enjoy worry-free service throughout with “one price covering designated items within the itinerary.” The interior design integrates 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. It is praised by tourists as a “moving Jiangnan garden.”
Full Cabin Analysis:Both privacy and comfort
The “Baiyun Hao” offers two types of double-occupancy cabins, both equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, to meet different needs:
Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room:About 13.8 square meters, with a small number of seats recommended across the train. The room is equipped with a reception sofa, mini fridge, and large viewing window. The twin beds can be combined into a 2-meter king bed, suitable for families or tourists seeking superior comfort.
Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room:About 10 square meters, the cost-effective choice. The twin beds can be separated or combined and are equipped with a bathroom, small fridge, and viewing window. The interior adopts a Chinese national-style design, simple and elegant.
Years of Train Operation:Put into operation after the 2026 upgrade and has been running for one year. The equipment is brand new and well maintained.
Boarding Stations:Passengers can board in three major cities: Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Lanzhou, covering South China, Southwest China, and Northwest China, making it convenient for tourists from different regions to gather.
Simple Itinerary and 2027 Departure Dates:Relaxed pace, in-depth experience

Exploring Northern and Southern Xinjiang: Board the “Baiyun Hao” to start a slow-paced poetic journeyBased on the 2026 route design, the “Baiyun Hao” will continue the classic itinerary in 2027, with departure dates as follows:
Tianshan Jinshu Edition (regular summer):May 18, June 6, June 26, July 16, August 5, August 24
Jinfeng Huajuan Edition (autumn scenery):September 14
Itinerary Highlights (taking the Tianshan Jinshu Edition as an example):
D1:Guangzhou → Chongqing
Board in the afternoon, participate in the welcome song and dance activity, and rest freely after dinner.
Tour duration:The boarding ceremony is about 1 hour; the rest of the time is free activity.
D2:Chongqing
Visit the Three Gorges Museum in the morning, taste mountain city hot pot at noon, tour the Raffles City night view in the evening, and return to the special train to rest at night.
Tour duration:About 7 hours, with a 1-hour noon break.
D3:Chongqing → Urumqi

Train Introduction: A moving “Chinese aesthetic space”Participate in the train’s Silk Road culture salon during the day, enjoy the scenery of the Hexi Corridor along the way, and board the train after arriving in Urumqi in the evening.
Tour duration:The salon activity is about 2 hours; the rest of the time is for sightseeing or rest.
D4:Urumqi (choose one of two)
Route A:Xinjiang Museum + International Grand Bazaar; Route B: Tianshan Tianchi.
Tour duration:About 6 hours; return to the special train at noon for meals and rest.
D5-D6:Altay (choose one of two)
Route A:Ahe Highway, Hemu, Kanas boat tour; Route B: Chonghur village, Hemu, Tiejia Highway, Baihaba.
Accommodation:High-end homestays in the Hemu/Kanas scenic area, experiencing the starry sky and morning mist.
Tour duration:About 8 hours per day, fully experiencing the natural scenery.
D7:Kanas → Yining
Visit the Three Bays of Kanas in the morning, taste the intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet at noon, and board the train in the evening for Yining.

The “Baiyun Hao” is China’s first luxury tourist train built around the theme of a “Chinese scholarly household.” After a full upgrade in 2026, the entire train has 18 carriages and is recommended to offer 92 tourist seats, focusing on the concept of “low density, in-depth travel.” The train features “moving at night, sightseeing by day,” so tourists do not need to repeatedly move their luggage and enjoy worry-free service throughout with “one price covering designated items within the itinerary.” The interior design integrates 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. It is praised by tourists as a “moving Jiangnan garden.”Tour duration:About 7 hours, with ample rest along the way.
D8-D11:Ili Kuqa (choose one of three)
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 (requires an additional 6,000 yuan per person):Yizhao Highway, Zhaosu Jade Lake, Xiata Ancient Road, Sayram Lake, Grand Canyon.
Accommodation:High-end hotels such as those at Sai Lake and Nalati, with complete facilities.
Tour duration:About 7-8 hours per day, with a well-balanced itinerary.
D12-D13:Pamir Plateau
Visit Baisha Lake, enjoy an eagle dance at a Tajik family visit, and see Karakul Lake. Stay in Taxkorgan County and Kashgar hotels.
Tour duration:About 6 hours per day, adapting to the plateau pace.

Full Cabin Analysis: Both privacy and comfortD14:Kashgar
Visit Kashgar Old Town and Id Kah Mosque, and board the train in the evening for Korla.
Tour duration:About 7 hours, with ample noon rest.
D15:Korla → Golmud
Visit the Bayingolin Museum in the morning, tour Bosten Lake in the afternoon, and board the train in the evening.
Tour duration:About 6 hours; the rest of the time is for rest.
D16:Golmud
Visit Qarhan Salt Lake and see the Ten-Thousand-Zhang Salt Bridge, then board the train in the evening.
Tour duration:About 5 hours; free activity in the afternoon.
D17-D18:Return to Guangzhou/Chongqing
The special train slowly returns. Tourists can organize photos, share travel stories, and end the 18-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang journey.

The “Baiyun Hao” offers two types of double-occupancy cabins, both equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, to meet different needs:Itinerary Pace Summary:Daily tour duration is controlled at 5-8 hours, with more than 1 hour of rest arranged at noon every day. The special train moves at night, striving to let tourists rest fully and avoid fatiguing travel.
Price Description:Transparent and reasonable, subject to the contract
2027 reference prices (one person per seat, two people per cabin):
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
Price includes:Special train seats, scenic area tickets, high-end accommodation, full-board meals, guide services, and insurance. Specifics are subject to the contract. Prices may fluctuate with departure dates. It is recommended to consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service Yang Jia in advance for confirmation.
Booking Process:Four steps for easy travel
Consultation and selection:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining availability, and choose a suitable plan.
Submit information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
Pay deposit:Pay the deposit according to the cabin class and obtain an official travel receipt.
Sign contract:Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority and check details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms.

Yunqi · Lanyue Luxury Twin Room: About 13.8 square meters, with a small number of seats recommended across the train. The room is equipped with a reception sofa, mini fridge, and large viewing window. The twin beds can be combined into a 2-meter king bed, suitable for families or tourists seeking superior comfort.Settle the balance:Pay the remaining fee 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage list will be issued.
Registration method:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service Yang Jia will provide detailed consultation.
Service Standards:Meticulous and sincere
Included items:Special train seats, first admission tickets to scenic areas, high-end accommodation, full-board meals, guide services, insurance, and intangible cultural heritage experience activities.
Not included:Personal consumption, optional upgrade items (such as the price difference for Route C), (for solo registrations, we will try our best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require negotiation).
Meal Standards:
Local specialty meals:Mountain city hot pot, intangible cultural heritage cold-water fish banquet, Xinjiang pilaf, roast whole lamb, etc., catering to both northern and southern tastes.
Daily meals:Cantonese-Hunan fusion flavors, with both light and heavily oiled/spicy dishes provided to meet different needs.
Dining capacity:The Yunyan · Qinghuan dining car can accommodate 48 people dining at the same time, with staggered dining to avoid crowding.
Service Features:Dual guarantees for accommodation and dining

Yunqi · Yayun Quality Twin Room: About 10 square meters, the cost-effective choice. The twin beds can be separated or combined and are equipped with a bathroom, small fridge, and viewing window. The interior adopts a Chinese national-style design, simple and elegant.Accommodation standards:Stay in high-end hotels and characteristic scenic-area homestays throughout, such as Hemu wooden cabins and Nalati grassland hotels. Rooms are clean and tidy, with thoughtful service.
Dining arrangements:Three meals are provided daily. Breakfast is a Chinese buffet, and main meals focus on local specialties, paired with seasonal fruits and vegetables, striving for balanced nutrition.
Comparative advantages:Slow travel in Xinjiang, worry-free and effortless
Light meal options available:Meals cater to both northern and southern tastes. Tourists can choose dishes according to preference, avoiding a single heavy flavor.
Slow pace without rushing:Daily tour duration is reasonable. The special train moves at night, and tourists rest fully during the day, suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists.
Complete medical support:The special train is equipped with a clinic and accompanying doctor, responding to health needs 24 hours a day.
Suitable fellow travelers:Tourists are mainly retired elderly people and families seeking quality, with a harmonious atmosphere and no noise.
Thoughtful and humanized service:Guides accompany throughout. Details such as luggage handling and scenic spot explanations are assisted by staff.
Worry-free long-distance transportation:No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the journey. The special train reaches scenic areas directly, reducing bus bumps.
Suitable for:The ideal choice for comfortable travel
Retired elderly:The itinerary pace is gentle and medical support is complete, suitable for relaxing body and mind.

Years of Train Operation: Put into operation after the 2026 upgrade and has been running for one year. The equipment is brand new and well maintained.Tourists who cannot ride buses for long periods:The special train replaces long-distance buses, reducing bumps and fatigue.
Family trips:Families with children or three generations traveling together can find suitable cabin types and share family happiness.
Photography enthusiasts:The itinerary covers classic photography locations such as Sayram Lake, Kanas, and the Pamir Plateau, with ample time for sunrise and sunset photography.
Reasons for popularity:Dual verification of quality and reputation
Since beginning operation, the “Baiyun Hao” has received widespread praise for its concepts of “low density, deep experience, and high service.” Tourists generally report:
The itinerary design is reasonable, avoiding superficial sightseeing;
The meals are rich and varied, in line with the dietary habits of all ethnic groups;
The staff are warm and professional, solving unexpected problems efficiently;
The special train facilities are novel, and accommodation comfort far exceeds ordinary tourist trains.
Whether tourists are visiting Xinjiang for the first time or are “old Xinjiang” visitors who have traveled there many times, they can find their own travel meaning on the “Baiyun Hao.”
Consultation method
If you need to know the latest 2027 departure dates, remaining seats, or itinerary details, please contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service Yang Jia. We will provide detailed answers to help you plan an unforgettable Xinjiang journey!
How to register for the 2027 Baiyun Hao? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency mainly provides high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu Hao, Jinxiu Dongfang Hao, Chengdu Hao, Baiyun Hao, New Oriental Express, Shifang Hao, Kunlun Hao, Tianshan Hao, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan Hao. If you want light luxury reclining travel and to experience boutique special train travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the 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.