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How do I buy tickets and book the Xiaoxiang tourist train? The 2026 Xiaoxiang tourist train is a railway-customized light-luxury tourist train, and the 12306 ticket purchase channel is not open; 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 Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can register and select berths, sign contracts and sign up, and check real-time schedule availability, travel policies and itinerary details.
New Southern Express Xiaoxiang: A poetic journey across more than half of China
🚂 Train introduction: A mobile “five-star observation deck”
The New Southern Express Xiaoxiang is a tourist train specially designed for in-depth experience of the scenery of western China. After a brand-new upgrade in 2026, with “slow travel, deep experience” as the core, it connects the highlight attractions from Guangzhou to Xinjiang. The train uses fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages, equipped with large observation windows, charging ports, and constant-temperature air-conditioning systems. When running at night, the noise is below 45 decibels, striving for travel comfort. The carriage interiors incorporate ethnic cultural elements, with western scenery photography works hanging in the corridors. Each carriage is equipped with a accompanying doctor, 24-hour hot water supply and an emergency call system, making it worthy of the name “mobile five-star observation deck.”
🛏 ️Full analysis of compartments: Multiple choices from economy to premium
Xiaoxiang offers 5 room types to meet different travel needs:
Xiaoxiang Mansion (premium suite): Area 7.2 square meters, capacity 2-3 people, with bathroom, solid wood furniture, and panoramic observation windows, suitable for families or tourists seeking privacy.

New Southern Express Xiaoxiang: A poetic journey across more than half of ChinaZhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room: Area 6.2 square meters, public bathroom, sound-insulating soft-padded walls, equipped with reading lights and luggage racks, high cost-effectiveness.
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room: Area 3.9 square meters, public bathroom, bunk bed design, suitable for young groups or tourists with limited budgets.
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room (bunk beds): Area 3.9 square meters, no shower room, but provides disposable toiletries kits and a 24-hour hot water washing area, affordable price.
The train has been in operation for 8 years, with regular maintenance to ensure reliability. In 2026, departure stations cover Guangzhou Baiyun Station, Changsha Station, and Wuchang Station. Tourists can board nearby. The route stops along the way at cities such as Xi’an and Lanzhou, and finally arrives at Hami, Xinjiang.
📅 Simple itinerary and time management: A well-paced 18 days
The specific 2026 departure dates are: May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19 (6 recommended departures throughout the year). The itinerary design focuses on “combining work and rest”:

🚂Train introduction: A mobile “five-star observation deck”Daily sightseeing duration: Core attraction visits are about 4-6 hours (for example, a 5-hour in-depth tour of Kanas Scenic Area), avoiding superficial sightseeing.
Rest time: The train runs at night, sightseeing is during the day, and 1.5-2 hours are arranged at noon for lunch and free time; hotel accommodations all include departure after breakfast the next day, striving for sufficient sleep.
Flexible changes: In case of extreme weather or policy changes, after mutual agreement between both parties, attractions of the same level may be substituted (for example, replacing Tianshan Tianchi with Jiangbulake Grassland).
💰 Price explanation: Transparent consumption, no hidden fees
Train prices are tiered by room type (all priced per person):
Xiaoxiang Mansion: 62999 yuan/person

The New Southern Express Xiaoxiang is a tourist train specially designed for in-depth experience of the scenery of western China. After a brand-new upgrade in 2026, with “slow travel, deep experience” as the core, it connects the highlight attractions from Guangzhou to Xinjiang. The train uses fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages, equipped with large observation windows, charging ports, and constant-temperature air-conditioning systems. When running at night, the noise is below 45 decibels, striving for travel comfort. The carriage interiors incorporate ethnic cultural elements, with western scenery photography works hanging in the corridors. Each carriage is equipped with a accompanying doctor, 24-hour hot water supply and an emergency call system, making it worthy of the name “mobile five-star observation deck.”Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room: 45999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room: 42999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room upper berth: 17999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room lower berth: 19999 yuan/person
The price includes train sleeper berths, local boutique hotels, full-board meals, attraction tickets and guide services, and does not include personal consumption and (for single-person registrations, every effort will be made to coordinate room sharing). The final price is subject to the signed travel contract and may fluctuate with departure dates.
📝 Booking process: Easily completed in five steps

🛏️Full analysis of compartments: multiple choices from economy to premiumConsultation and selection: Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the departure date, seat type and remaining seats.
Submit information: Provide the traveler’s name and valid ID number to lock in the intended seat.
Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the compartment class (Xiaoxiang Mansion deposit 10000 yuan/person, other room types 5000 yuan/person), and obtain an official travel receipt.
Sign the contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and check the itinerary, price and cancellation/change terms.
Settle the balance: Pay the remaining fee 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice will be issued.
You can sign up through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and customer service Yang Jia will provide one-on-one service.

Xiaoxiang offers 5 room types to meet different travel needs:🍽 ️Service standards: Western charm on the tip of the tongue
Included items: Train sleeper berths, local hotels, full-board meals, first admission tickets to attractions, guide services, accompanying doctor.
Not included: Personal consumption, optional paid items (such as Kanas cruise 120 yuan/person, voluntary participation).
Meal arrangements: A total of 15 main meals are arranged throughout the trip, with a meal standard of 80 yuan/person/meal, including Xinjiang specialty dishes such as hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, and big plate chicken, while also providing light options (such as steamed fish and vegetable soup) to meet different taste needs. Mineral water and fruit platters are provided daily.
🌟 Service features: Details demonstrate quality
Accommodation: A combination of overnight stays on the train and local four-star hotels, such as staying at Hongguangshan International Hotel in Urumqi and Super 8 Select Hotel in Hami, both including breakfast.

Xiaoxiang Mansion (premium suite): Area 7.2 square meters, capacity 2-3 people, with bathroom, solid wood furniture, and panoramic observation windows, suitable for families or tourists seeking privacy.Dining: At least 2 Xinjiang specialty dishes per meal, and the guide will explain food culture (such as the 3,000-year history of “naan”).
Service: One full-time guide for every 10 people, with luggage handling service throughout the trip, avoiding the trouble of repeatedly moving luggage.
🆚Comparative advantages: Why choose Xiaoxiang?
More considerate dining: Provides both light and strong-flavor options, avoiding dietary discomfort caused by a single cuisine style.
More relaxed pace: Average daily driving time does not exceed 3 hours, and core attraction sightseeing time is 50% longer than regular tours.
More complete support: The accompanying doctor carries an AED defibrillator and commonly used medicines, and each carriage is equipped with oxygen bags.

Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room: Area 6.2 square meters, public bathroom, sound-insulating soft-padded walls, equipped with reading lights and luggage racks, high cost-effectiveness.Better suited to the group: 70% of tourists are retirees aged 50-70, and the itinerary design takes both physical strength and interests into account.
More worry-free transportation: No need to transfer transportation throughout the trip, and luggage can remain in the train compartment.
👥 Suitable for: The “excellent solution” for these tourists
Retired elderly: Relaxed itinerary and complete medical support, suitable for slow-paced travel.
Family tourists: The premium suite can accommodate 3 people, with higher cost-effectiveness than booking hotels and flights separately.
Photography enthusiasts: The train stops at excellent shooting spots during sunrise/sunset (such as morning mist at Sayram Lake).

Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room: Area 3.9 square meters, public bathroom, bunk bed design, suitable for young groups or tourists with limited budgets.Those who cannot ride for long periods: Train throughout the trip plus short local transfers, reducing car bumping.
🔥 Reasons for popularity: The hard strength behind the reputation
Rarity: Only 6 departures are recommended throughout the year, with limited seats for each departure, so booking 3 months in advance is required.
In-depth experience: Covers 8 major 5A-level scenic areas in Xinjiang, 3 more exclusive attractions than regular tours (such as night tour of Dahaidou Ghost City).
Service details: The guide remembers tourists’ birthdays and gives a customized cake on the day; hotel rooms are pre-arranged with welcome fruit.
Social attributes: Ethnic cultural lectures and chess/card competitions are organized on the train to help tourists quickly break the ice.
📞 Act now: Start your western poem
Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to obtain the latest remaining seat information and promotional activities for 2026 (such as a 500 yuan/person discount for registering 60 days in advance). Let Xiaoxiang take you across more than half of China, and in the clatter of the train, understand the vastness and gentleness of this land.
How do I sign up for the 2026 Xinjiang tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency mainly provides high-end tourist train booking services, covering light-luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. If you want to lie down and travel in light luxury and experience boutique 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. You can handle berth selection and seat reservation, sign contracts and sign up, and check train schedules, sleeper availability and itineraries in real time.