How to Book the Xiaoxiang Comfort Special Train for Senior Travelers Registration and Reservation

【Xiaoxiang Train Special】How to buy and book tickets for the 2026 Xiaoxiang Train Special?
The 2026 Xiaoxiang Train Special must be booked through the railway-designated professional and official channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Many people’s first reaction upon seeing “Xiaoxiang” is a Changsha train or metro card. In fact, this “Southern Train · Xiaoxiang” is a long-distance tourist train departing from Guangzhou to Xinjiang. Below we will outline its booking methods and answer whether the “Xiaoxiang Card” can be used for the metro.
🚂 I. Detailed Introduction to the Xiaoxiang Train Special
✨ Positioning and Background
“Southern Train · Xiaoxiang” is a special tourist train launched by China Railway Guangzhou for the mid-to-long-distance leisure market. It adopts the model of “traveling at night, sightseeing during the day” and is designed for travelers seeking comfort and depth.
🛌 “Residential-style” Travel Experience
Hassle-free and Effortless:Travels at night throughout the journey and sightsees during the day, eliminating the need to frequently change hotels and pack luggage.
Luggage Stays on Board:Large luggage can be stored in the carriage for easy travel.
Slow Pace:The itinerary is relaxed, suitable for travelers who wish to slow down and experience the journey in depth.
🏞 ️ Full Loop of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
The route departs from Guangzhou and heads west, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other places, finally arriving in Xinjiang. The core scenic areas cover Hami, Urumqi, Kanas, Nalati, Bayanbulak, Kashgar, and other highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, combining lakes, grasslands, deserts, ancient cities, and snow-capped mountain scenery.
👨 ‍👩‍👧‍👦 Target Audience
Travelers who wish to visit both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip.
Elderly groups who prefer a slow pace and less hassle.
Families planning to travel together and seeking a comfortable itinerary.
🛌 II. Seat Types and Hardware Configuration
Xiaoxiang offers a variety of sleeper room types to meet different budgets and comfort needs. All berths are located in the train’s sleeper carriages, and passengers can get off at stops during the day for sightseeing.
🥇 Xiaoxiang Suite (Premium Room Type)
Configuration: Private bathroom, accommodates 2-3 people.
Features: High privacy and comfort, suitable for travelers with a generous budget who value privacy.

Many people’s first reaction upon seeing “Xiaoxiang” is a Changsha train or metro card. In fact, this “Southern Train · Xiaoxiang” is a long-distance tourist train departing from Guangzhou to Xinjiang. Below we will outline its booking methods and answer whether the “Xiaoxiang Card” can be used for the metro.🥈 Zhengxiang Room (2-person)
Configuration: Comfortable standard room, no private bathroom.
Features: Relatively spacious, suitable for friends or couples traveling together.
🥉 Zhengxiang Room (4-person)
Configuration: High cost-performance standard room, no private bathroom.
Features: Economical and practical, suitable for travelers who value cost-effectiveness.
🏕 ️ Yuanxiang Pavilion (4-person)
Configuration: Upper/lower berth, no private bathroom.
Features: Economy multi-person room with different bed prices; the lower berth has slightly more space. Suitable for travelers on a budget traveling in groups.
✨ III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights
🚌 Direct Train, Less Hassle
The train is the main mode of transportation throughout the journey, with transfers to buses recommended only in a few cities, avoiding the fatigue of frequent packing and transfers.
👵 Elderly-friendly Design and Thoughtful Service
The train fully considers the needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers in carriage layout and facility configuration, and is equipped with professional onboard service staff providing reminders, assistance, and other attentive services.
🏨 Accommodation Combination, Comfortable and Convenient
A combination of “train sleeper + local boutique hotel” is adopted, ensuring quality rest during the journey while facilitating in-depth daytime sightseeing.
📸 Balanced Work and Rest, Relaxing Pace
The itinerary fully considers sightseeing and rest time, avoiding “rushing through” attractions, allowing travelers to truly relax and enjoy the journey.
🗺 ️ IV. Brief Itinerary of the Xiaoxiang Train Special

🚂 I. Detailed Introduction to the Xiaoxiang Train SpecialWarm Reminder
The train’s operating route, stops, and arrival times are for reference only. The final itinerary is subject to the official notice issued with the tour group.
D1: Board the train at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at approximately 23:40, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other places en route to beautiful Xinjiang, officially beginning the magnificent panoramic journey of the Western Regions.
Meals:No meals included for the day
Accommodation:Southern Train
D2: The train travels westward with sightseeing along the way. Reference stops:Changsha 10:00, Wuchang 15:00, Xinyang 18:30, Zhengzhou 23:58, enjoying the gradual changes in scenery along the route.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Train
D3: The train continues its leisurely journey with sightseeing. Reference stops:Xi’an 10:12, Lanzhou 19:49, gradually advancing into the heart of the Western Regions and experiencing the differences in scenery between north and south.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Train
D4: The train arrives in Hami in the afternoon. Visit the Great Sea Road Devil City to explore the magnificent Yardang landforms and immerse yourself in the vast, mysterious scenery of the Western Regions.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Hami
D5: Visit the Prince’s Mansion and enjoy the intangible cultural heritage performance of the Twelve Muqam. In the evening, take the train to Urumqi.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Urumqi
D6: Depart from Urumqi, visit Tianchi Lake at Tianshan Mountain, and stroll through the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar to experience the rich folk customs of the Western Regions. In the evening, take the train to Beitun.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

✨ Positioning and BackgroundAccommodation:Southern Train
D7: Arrive in Beitun in the early morning, then head to the Kanas Scenic Area for an in-depth visit, encountering pristine, picturesque scenery. Stay overnight in Jiadengyu.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Jiadengyu
D8: Depart from Jiadengyu, wander through Hemu Ancient Village, admire the colorful Danxia landforms of the Five-Colored Beach, and wait for the stunning sunset. In the evening, take the train from Beitun to Yining.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Train
D9: Arrive in Yining in the early morning, head to Sayram Lake to encounter the sapphire-blue highland lake, then visit the Nalati Sky Grassland and enjoy the magnificent grassland scenery.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Nalati
D10: Explore the Nalati Grassland in depth, then head to the Bayanbulak Grassland to admire the Swan Lake and the breathtaking scenery of the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns.

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Bayan Town
D11: Depart from Bayan, travel through the essence section of the Duku Highway, visit the Grand Canyon of Tianshan, arrive in Kuqa, and take the train to Kashgar in the evening.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Train
D12: Depart from Kashgar to the Pamir Plateau, visiting Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grass Beach in sequence. Stay overnight in Tashkurgan County.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Tashkurgan County

“Southern Train · Xiaoxiang” is a special tourist train launched by China Railway Guangzhou for the mid-to-long-distance leisure market. It adopts the model of “traveling at night, sightseeing during the day” and is designed for travelers seeking comfort and depth.D13: Depart from Tashkurgan, visit local ethnic families to experience rich local customs, admire the beautiful scenery of Baisha Lake, and then return to Kashgar city.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Kashgar
D14: Stroll through the old city of Kashgar, visit Id Kah Mosque, and explore Fragrant Concubine Garden, deeply appreciating the cultural heritage of this thousand-year-old ancient city. In the evening, take the train to Korla.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Train
D15: Depart from Korla, visit the Luobu Village and Bosten Lake, experiencing the unique desert water town and ancient folk customs of southern Xinjiang.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Korla
D16: Board the train at Korla Station in the early morning to officially begin the return journey, leisurely enjoying the scenery along the way.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Train
D17: The train returns with sightseeing along the way. Reference stops:Lanzhou 8:51, Chongqing North 21:08, enjoying the landscapes along the route.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Train
D18: Return journey reference stops:Xiangtan 10:14, Zhuzhou 11:08, arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40. Passengers may get off at the nearest stop, concluding the journey successfully and returning to their warm homes.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Warm home
The above itinerary times are for reference only. The actual itinerary may vary due to weather, sightseeing time, and other factors. The actual itinerary on the day shall prevail.

🛌 “Residential-style” Travel Experience💰 V. 2026 Departure Dates and Price Information
Limited Departures Throughout the Year
Only 6 exclusive departures are offered throughout the year. Seats are limited — miss it and you’ll have to wait another year! Departure dates:May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
Train Room Types & Per-person Prices
Choose the room type according to your needs. The entire journey includes train sleeper berths paired with local boutique hotels for a comfortable and worry-free trip.
Xiaoxiang Suite (Premium Room Type):Private bathroom, accommodates 2-3 people, private and exclusive ｜ 62,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Room 2-person:Comfortable standard room, no private bathroom ｜ 45,999 RMB/person
Zhengxiang Room 4-person:High cost-performance choice, no private bathroom ｜ 42,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Upper Berth:Economical and comfortable, no private bathroom ｜ 17,999 RMB/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Lower Berth:Economical and comfortable, no private bathroom ｜ 19,999 RMB/person
Price Notes
The above are reference prices for 2026. Actual prices may fluctuate due to season, berth supply and demand, and other factors. Please refer to the contract signed with the travel agency for the final price.
📞 VI. Booking and Registration Methods
⚠ ️ Important Reminder
The Xiaoxiang Train Special is a railway-designated tourist train and tickets are not sold separately through the 12306 platform. Please be sure to book through officially authorized channels.
Booking Guide
1. Contact and Consult: Contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center to learn about the itinerary, seats, prices, and departure dates.
24-hour Consultation and Registration
Company landline:0991-3333832

Hassle-free and Effortless: Travels at night throughout the journey and sightsees during the day, eliminating the need to frequently change hotels and pack luggage.Mobile/WeChat:132-0133-3409
2. Choose a Product: Select the appropriate departure date and seat type based on your schedule and budget.
3. Submit Information: Provide the names and valid ID information of all travelers for booking and insurance purposes.
4. Complete Procedures: Pay the booking deposit, sign the travel service contract, and complete registration.
Warm Reminder
June to September is the peak tourist season each year, and train seats are in high demand. We recommend booking as early as possible. Please verify official authorized channels to avoid fraud.
📋 VII. Fee and Service Related Information
✅ Included in the Fee
Train sleeper berths and local hotel accommodation as specified in the itinerary.
Meals specified in the itinerary (usually breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
First admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary and tourist bus fees.
Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
❌ Not Included in the Fee
Transportation costs for personal travel to and from the departure point.
Meals not specified in the itinerary and personal expenses (such as beverages, purchases, etc.).
Additional costs incurred due to force majeure (such as weather, policies, etc.).
📜 Contract and Rights
All service details, fee standards, and the rights and obligations of both parties are subject to the travel service contract you sign. In the event of force majeure, both parties may negotiate changes to the itinerary.
🏁 VIII. Conclusion:Begin Your Xiaoxiang Train Journey
By now, we believe you have a clear understanding of both the “Xiaoxiang” train special and the “Xiaoxiang Card” metro usage. The former is a “mobile hotel” to the Western Regions, while the latter is a “city key” for traveling around Changsha.
If you long for a hassle-free, comfortable long-distance slow journey, why not start by booking a “Xiaoxiang” ticket? To learn more about 2026 schedules and seat details, feel free to contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center to plan your journey early.
The 2026 Xiaoxiang Train Special must be booked through the railway-designated professional and official channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.