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【Xiaoxiang Special Train】How to buy tickets and book the 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train?
The 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train must be booked through the railway-designated professional and official channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
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I. Detailed Introduction to the Xiaoxiang Special Train
The Xiaoxiang Special Train is a distinctive tourist train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, offering a comfortable residential-style travel experience. It adopts a travel model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodation and saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. This route covers multiple core tourist destinations in northern and southern Xinjiang, suitable for travelers who want an in-depth experience of northwestern scenery and dislike rushed itineraries. It suits both family trips and group travel with friends.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Xiaoxiang Special Train
The Xiaoxiang Special Train offers multiple seat and compartment types, each differing in space, internal facilities, privacy, and comfort. You can choose freely based on your budget and travel preferences:
✅ Xiaoxiang Suite (Premium Room):Equipped with bathroom, accommodates 2-3 people, good privacy, suitable for companions with higher comfort requirements
✅ Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable standard room configuration, no bathroom, moderate space, suitable for two people traveling together
✅ Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:No bathroom, moderate number of companions in the same cabin, relatively cost-effective
✅ Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Bunk Room:No bathroom, economy comfort option, lower bunk more convenient for movement, upper bunk relatively quiet, suitable for travelers on a budget
The train combines sleeper berths with local boutique hotels throughout the journey. Large luggage can be stored in designated areas on the train, so you don’t need to carry it between scenic spots, making the trip more relaxed.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Xiaoxiang Special Train
The Xiaoxiang Special Train offers a unique travel experience in service details and itinerary arrangement, distinctly different from regular tourism:
✅ Attentive Companion Service:Staff accompany the entire journey and can promptly communicate and coordinate if issues arise
✅ Comfortable Accommodation Experience:The combination of train sleeper berths and local boutique hotels balances rest needs during travel with comfort after arrival
✅ Reasonable Itinerary Arrangement:Each scenic spot has ample time reserved for sightseeing, photography, and leisure. The schedule is relaxed and unhurried, fitting the slow travel concept
✅ Unified Meal Arrangement:Except for the first day, all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners during the itinerary are uniformly arranged, so you don’t need to worry about finding places to eat
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IV. Brief Itinerary of the Xiaoxiang Special Train
Warm Reminder
The train route, stops, and arrival times are for reference only. The final itinerary is subject to the official notice upon departure.
D1
Itinerary Summary:Board the special 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 through the Western Regions.
Meals:No meals included for the day
Accommodation:Southern Special Train
D2
Itinerary Summary:The special train travels westward with sightseeing along the way. Reference stops: Changsha 10:00, Wuchang 15:00, Xinyang 18:30, Zhengzhou 23:58, enjoying the gradually changing landscapes along the route.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Special Train
D3
Itinerary Summary:The special train continues its leisurely journey with sightseeing. Reference stops: Xi’an 10:12, Lanzhou 19:49, gradually entering the heart of the Western Regions and experiencing the differences in scenery between north and south.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Special Train
D4
I. Detailed Introduction to the Xiaoxiang Special TrainItinerary Summary:The special 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
Itinerary Summary:Visit the Prince’s Mansion and enjoy the distinctive intangible cultural heritage performance of the Twelve Muqam. In the evening, take the special train to Urumqi.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Urumqi
D6
Itinerary Summary:Depart from Urumqi, visit Heavenly Lake of Tianshan to admire the stunning alpine lake, stroll through the Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar to experience rich folk customs, and take the special train to Beitun in the evening.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Special Train
D7
Itinerary Summary:Arrive in Beitun in the early morning, head to Kanas Scenic Area for an in-depth visit, encountering pristine, picturesque landscapes. Stay overnight in Jadengyu.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Jadengyu
D8
The Xiaoxiang Special Train is a distinctive tourist train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, offering a comfortable residential-style travel experience. It adopts a travel model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodation and saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. This route covers multiple core tourist destinations in northern and southern Xinjiang, suitable for travelers who want an in-depth experience of northwestern scenery and dislike rushed itineraries. It suits both family trips and group travel with friends.Itinerary Summary:Depart from Jadengyu, leisurely visit Hemu Ancient Village, admire the colorful Danxia landforms of the Multicolored Beach, and wait for the stunning sunset. In the evening, take the special train from Beitun to Yining.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Special Train
D9
Itinerary Summary:Arrive in Yining in the early morning, head to Sayram Lake to encounter the sapphire-blue highland lake, then visit Nalati Sky Meadow and enjoy the magnificent grassland scenery.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Nalati
D10
Itinerary Summary:Explore Nalati Grassland in depth, then head to Bayanbulak Grassland to admire the Swan Lake scenery and the breathtaking Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Official registration channel: Manager Mai of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Accommodation:Bayan Town
D11
Itinerary Summary:Depart from Bayan, travel through the essence section of Duku Highway, visit the Grand Canyon of Tianshan, arrive in Kuqa, and take the special train to Kashgar in the evening.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Special Train
D12
Itinerary Summary:Depart from Kashgar into the Pamir Plateau, visiting Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland in sequence. Stay overnight in Tashkurgan County.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Xiaoxiang Special TrainMeals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Tashkurgan County
D13
Itinerary Summary:Depart from Tashkurgan County, visit local ethnic families to experience rich folk customs, admire the stunning scenery of White Sand Lake, then return to Kashgar city.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Kashgar
D14
Itinerary Summary:Stroll through Kashgar Old City, visit Id Kah Mosque, tour Fragrant Concubine Garden, and deeply appreciate the cultural heritage of this thousand-year-old city. Take the special train to Korla in the evening.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Special Train
D15
Itinerary Summary:Depart from Korla, visit Lop Nur Village and Bosten Lake, experiencing southern Xinjiang’s unique desert oasis scenery and ancient folk customs.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Korla
D16
Itinerary Summary:Board the special train at Korla Station in the early morning, officially beginning the return journey, enjoying the scenery leisurely along the way.
The Xiaoxiang Special Train offers multiple seat and compartment types, each differing in space, internal facilities, privacy, and comfort. You can choose freely based on your budget and travel preferences:Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Special Train
D17
Itinerary Summary:The special train returns with sightseeing along the way. Reference stops: Lanzhou 8:51, Chongqing North 21:08, enjoying the mountain and river scenery along the route.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Southern Special Train
D18
Itinerary Summary:Return route reference stops: Xiangtan 10:14, Zhuzhou 11:08, arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40. Passengers may disembark at the nearest stop, successfully concluding the journey and returning to their warm homes.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included
Accommodation:Warm Home
The above itinerary times are for reference only. Actual arrangements may vary due to weather, sightseeing time, and other factors. The actual itinerary on the day shall prevail. Both parties may reasonably modify the itinerary upon mutual agreement.
V. 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train Departure Dates and Pricing
The 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train offers a limited 6 exclusive departures throughout the year. Seats are limited — miss it and wait another year! The May 10 departure has already departed. Remaining departure dates available for consultation and registration: May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19.
Choose the room type according to your needs. The entire journey features train sleeper berths paired with local boutique hotels, ensuring comfort and convenience. Reference per-person prices for each room type are as follows:
✅ Xiaoxiang Suite (Premium Room):With bathroom, 2-3 people, private premium ｜ 62,999 RMB / person
✅ Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person Room:Comfortable standard room, no bathroom ｜ 45,999 RMB / person
✅ Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person Room:High cost-performance choice, no bathroom ｜ 42,999 RMB / person
✅ Xiaoxiang Suite (Premium Room): Equipped with bathroom, accommodates 2-3 people, good privacy, suitable for companions with higher comfort requirements✅ Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Room Upper Berth:Economy comfort option, no bathroom ｜ 17,999 RMB / person
✅ Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person Room Lower Berth:Economy comfort option, no bathroom ｜ 19,999 RMB / person
Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and departure date. Please refer to actual consultation and contract signing. Seat availability is subject to real-time inquiry.
VI. How to Book and Register for the Xiaoxiang Special Train — Where to Buy Tickets
If you want to ride the Xiaoxiang Special Train, here’s your ticket booking guide.
Xiaoxiang Special Train tourism products are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. You can learn about product schedules, itineraries, and complete bookings through Manager Mai of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center.
Booking process for reference:
1. Contact for consultation: Manager Mai of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409. Learn about the detailed itinerary, seat and room types, reference prices, and departure schedules of the Xiaoxiang Special Train.
2. Choose your travel product: Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure date and train seat/room type.
3. Submit personal information: Provide travelers’ names, valid ID numbers, Mainland Travel Permits for Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan residents, passports, and other basic identification information for travel registration and seat reservation.
4. Complete booking procedures: Pay the travel booking deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, receive payment receipts, and sign the unified electronic tourism service supervision contract to complete the booking process.
Tourism demand is strong from June to September each year, and seats on popular long-distance special train routes are relatively tight. We recommend checking schedules early and paying to secure your preferred seats. Bookings can be made through Manager Mai of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Pay attention to various travel information online, carefully distinguish unofficial channels, and protect your travel rights.
VII. Fees and Services of the Xiaoxiang Special Train
The services included in the Xiaoxiang Special Train itinerary are arranged to uniform standards, including transportation, basic accommodation, sightseeing support, and related services within the itinerary. Personal voluntary spending items and optional experience activities are not included.
All service details, fee standards, and included benefits are subject to the contract signed by both parties. Specific travel rights and charges are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. For more details, please contact customer service for a detailed explanation.
For solo registrations, our company will make every effort to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation. Cancellation and change rules are subject to the Tourism Law, Contract Law, and other relevant legal provisions.
Travel Invitation
The remaining 5 departures correspond to different seasonal scenery in Xinjiang. Late May offers early green grasslands and blooming wildflowers; July and August feature the clear lake views of Sayram Lake after the blue ice melts and the vast flower seas of Nalati; September showcases the colorful forests of Kanas and the gradually yellowing poplar forests of southern Xinjiang. Friends who want to take a slow tour of northern and southern Xinjiang are welcome to inquire early and secure your preferred travel seats.
The 2026 Xiaoxiang Special Train must be booked through the railway-designated professional and official channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
