2026 New Southern Express Xiaoxiang Train Ticket Purchase and Payment Guide

Many middle-aged and elderly tourists planning to join the New Southern Train Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Special Train are asking: How do I book tickets for the Xiaoxiang tourist special train? How do I reserve the New Southern Train Xiaoxiang Xinjiang Special Train? What is the ticket-buying guide for the Xiaoxiang tourist train? Where can I buy tickets for the Xiaoxiang tourist special train? Unified explanation: The Xiaoxiang luxury tourist special train is a customized packaged railway cultural tourism product (including train special train seats + hotel accommodation + attraction tickets + specialty meals + land buses + guide services + insurance, etc., an all-in-one tourist special train product covering designated items within the itinerary). Train tickets are not sold separately; bookings can only be made uniformly through a legitimate railway travel agency. Legitimate booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Receive the electronic itinerary brochure, schedule table, and detailed quotation online for free. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting the itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying the deposit → signing the contract, etc.
🚂 [New Southern Express Xiaoxiang:A moving scenic route across north and south of the Tianshan Mountains]
🌄 Route highlights:An immersive journey across mountains and rivers
As the “star route” of the 2026 Xinjiang tourist special trains, Xiaoxiang takes “panoramic Western Regions” as its core, connecting more than 20 classic landscapes such as Hami Ghost City, the picturesque scenery of Kanas, and the Duku Highway. The itinerary covers 90% of the core scenic areas in northern and southern Xinjiang. The special train adopts a “mobile hotel + land first-class” model, with in-depth sightseeing during the day and travel and rest at night, saving the entire 5,000-kilometer long-distance journey, making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists, families with children, and photography enthusiasts.
🌍 Geographic location and seasonal advantages:
Xinjiang is vast, accounting for one-sixth of China’s land area. The Xiaoxiang special train cleverly uses the railway network to connect scattered attractions into a loop. The excellent travel time in 2026 is from May to September, when the grasslands and flower seas of northern Xinjiang are in full bloom, the fruits of southern Xinjiang are fragrant, the Duku Highway is fully open, the Pamir Plateau has a mild climate, and the scenery along the way is rich in layers. The special train especially avoids the severe cold of winter and the high-incidence period of sandstorms, striving for travel comfort.
📸 Core check-in points:
1. Dahaidao Ghost City: Yardang landforms resembling the surface of Mars, with stunning light and shadow changes at sunset
2. Kanas Lake: Hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay) and explore the legend of the lake monster
3. Sayram Lake: The last tear of the Atlantic, encounter a flock of swans while driving around the lake
4. Duku Highway: Experience four seasons in one day, the “most beautiful highway in China” crossing snow mountains, grasslands, and canyons
5. Pamir Plateau: Check in at Muztagh Ata and Baisha Lake, and feel the grandeur of the high plateau
📅 2026 full-year limited departure schedules and prices
⏰ Departure dates (6 recommended departures, miss them and you’ll have to wait until next year):

🚂 [New Southern Express Xiaoxiang: A moving scenic route across north and south of the Tianshan Mountains]May 10, May 30, June 22, July 11, August 19, September 19
💰 Special train room types and price list (priced per person):
Room type configuration description:Different room types suit different travel needs, combining special train sleeper berths throughout with local boutique hotels, comfortable and worry-free
Xiaoxiang Mansion:Premium room type, with bathroom, capacity 2-3 people, maximum privacy | 62,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 2-person room:Comfortable twin room, without bathroom | 45,999 yuan/person
Zhengxiang Courtyard 4-person room:Cost-effective four-person room, without bathroom | 42,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room upper berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without bathroom | 17,999 yuan/person
Yuanxiang Pavilion 4-person room lower berth:Convenient and comfortable option, without bathroom | 19,999 yuan/person
💡 Price description:
The above prices are for reference only. Actual costs may fluctuate due to season and remaining room type availability. The final signed formal contract shall prevail. Current remaining seats are tight. It is recommended to consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (18095969599) 30 days in advance to lock in discounts.
🗺 ️18-day panoramic itinerary (latest 2026 version)
📍 D1:Depart from Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 23:40, passing through Changsha, Wuchang, Xinyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou along the way, beginning the journey to the Western Regions (no meals, overnight on the special train)
📍 D2:Sightseeing on the special train, passing through Changsha (10:00), Wuchang (15:00), Xinyang (18:30), Zhengzhou (23:58) (three meals included, overnight on the special train)

🌄Route highlights: An immersive journey across mountains and rivers📍 D3:Passing through Xi’an (10:12) and Lanzhou (19:49), experiencing the changing regional scenery (three meals included, overnight on the special train)
📍 D4:Arrive in Hami in the afternoon and explore Dahaidao Ghost City (three meals included, overnight in Hami)
📍 D5:Visit the Hui Prince Mansion and the Twelve Muqam performance, then take the special train to Urumqi in the evening (three meals included, overnight on the special train)
📍 D6:In Urumqi, visit Tianchi of the Tianshan Mountains and the International Grand Bazaar, then head to Beitun in the evening (three meals included, overnight on the special train)
📍 D7:Arrive in Kanas from Beitun, overnight in Jiadengyu after in-depth sightseeing (three meals included, overnight in Jiadengyu)
📍 D8:Depart from Jiadengyu to visit Hemu Ancient Village and Wucaitan, then head to Yining in the evening (three meals included, overnight on the special train)
📍 D9:In Yining, visit Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland (three meals included, overnight in Nalati)
📍 D10:In-depth visit to Nalati Grassland and Bayanbulak Grassland (three meals included, overnight in Bayan town)
📍 D11:Walk the essence section of the Duku Highway, visit the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, arrive in Kuqa and then head to Kashgar (three meals included, overnight on the special train)
📍 D12:From Kashgar to the Pamir Plateau, visit Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland (three meals included, overnight in Taxkorgan County)
📍 D13:In Taxkorgan County, experience home visits with people of all ethnic groups, visit Baisha Lake, then return to Kashgar (three meals included, overnight in Kashgar)
📍 D14:In-depth visit to Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, and Xiangfei Garden, then head to Korla in the evening (three meals included, overnight on the special train)
📍 D15:In Korla, visit Lop Nur People Village and Bosten Lake (three meals included, overnight in Korla)

Manager of the Travel Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and to request detailed route materials)
As the “star route” of the 2026 Xinjiang tourist special trains, Xiaoxiang takes “panoramic Western Regions” as its core, connecting more than 20 classic landscapes such as Hami Ghost City, the picturesque scenery of Kanas, and the Duku Highway. The itinerary covers 90% of the core scenic areas in northern and southern Xinjiang. The special train adopts a “mobile hotel + land first-class” model, with in-depth sightseeing during the day and travel and rest at night, saving the entire 5,000-kilometer long-distance journey, making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists, families with children, and photography enthusiasts.📍 D16:Return from Korla, beginning the journey home (three meals included, overnight on the special train)
📍 D17:The special train passes through Lanzhou (8:51) and Chongqing North (21:08) (three meals included, overnight on the special train)
📍 D18:Passing through Xiangtan (10:14) and Zhuzhou (11:08), arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Station at 19:40 (three meals included, warm home)
⚠ ️Warm reminder:The special train routing, passing stations, and times are recommended for reference only. The final departure notice shall prevail.
💳 Payment methods and process (latest 2026 policy)
1️⃣ Online payment:WeChat, Alipay, and UnionPay Cloud QuickPass are supported. The deposit payment must be completed within 24 hours after registration (the deposit ratio is subject to the contract)
2️⃣ Bank transfer:The corporate account of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is provided. After transfer, please keep the receipt and send it to Manager Wang Fei’s WeChat for confirmation
3️⃣ Cash payment:Handled at the recommended Urumqi offline store (advance appointment required). Cash supplementary payment during the itinerary is not supported
4️⃣ Installment payment:In cooperation with financial institutions, 6/12-month interest-free installments are available (qualification review required; consult customer service for details)
📌 Special notes:
An electronic contract shall be signed within 7 working days after payment. Failure to sign within the deadline shall be deemed automatic abandonment
One free date change is allowed 15 days before departure (room type price difference must be paid). After that, date changes shall be handled according to tourism law regulations
Payment receipts and contracts are the basis for refunds. Please keep them properly

🌍Geographic location and seasonal advantages:👩💼 Professional advice from route designer Wang Fei
“Xinjiang is too large, and independent travel easily leads to wasted trips. The advantage of the Xiaoxiang special train lies in ‘no optional self-paid items throughout + in-depth sightseeing.’ For example, a full day is arranged for the Kanas scenic area, and tourists can freely choose hiking or horseback riding, which is more flexible than regular group tours.” Manager Wang Fei emphasized, “In 2026 we upgraded the accommodation standards. Four-star hotels are arranged in popular scenic areas such as Kanas and Nalati, avoiding the trouble of tourists dragging luggage to find hotels.”
As a native Xinjiang local, Wang Fei knows the road conditions of northern and southern Xinjiang like the back of her hand: “The Duku Highway is recommended to be open for 4 months each year. The Xiaoxiang special train will change the itinerary order according to real-time road conditions, striving for tourists to pass smoothly. For example, if the Duku Highway closes early in July, we will first go in the Yili direction and then detour to southern Xinjiang.”
📞 Registration methods and consultation
Registration is available through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consult Manager Wang Fei:
Phone:18095969599 (same number on WeChat)
Service hours:9:00-21:00 (open on holidays)
Address:Consult customer service to obtain (on-site registration is not accepted; advance appointment required)
📝 Fee description and service standards
✅ Fees include:
Transportation:Round-trip special train sleeper from Guangzhou to Xinjiang, local air-conditioned tourist buses
Accommodation:Special train soft sleeper + 13 nights of local hotels (including breakfast)
Tickets:First gate admission tickets for all attractions in the itinerary

Xinjiang is vast, accounting for one-sixth of China’s land area. The Xiaoxiang special train cleverly uses the railway network to connect scattered attractions into a loop. The excellent travel time in 2026 is from May to September, when the grasslands and flower seas of northern Xinjiang are in full bloom, the fruits of southern Xinjiang are fragrant, the Duku Highway is fully open, the Pamir Plateau has a mild climate, and the scenery along the way is rich in layers. The special train especially avoids the severe cold of winter and the high-incidence period of sandstorms, striving for travel comfort.Meals:17 breakfasts and 32 main meals (including 8 specialty meals: roast whole lamb, hand-grabbed rice, big plate chicken, etc.)
Services:Accompanied by a guide throughout + professional interpreters at scenic areas
❌ Fees do not include:
Personal consumption:Drinks, consumption, entertainment items, etc.
Optional self-paid items:Selective experiences such as horseback riding and boat tours (clearly priced, no forced consumption)
Force majeure:Additional costs caused by weather or policies
📢 Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency promises:No consumption stops are arranged throughout the entire journey, and there are no hidden charges. Double compensation for breach of contract!
🌟 Why choose Xiaoxiang?
✔ ️ Worry-free:Cross northern and southern Xinjiang in 18 days, avoiding the fatigue of 5,000 kilometers of long-distance driving
✔ ️ In-depth:Stay more than 6 hours at each core scenic area, rejecting superficial sightseeing
✔ ️ Comfortable:The special train is equipped with charging ports, 24-hour hot water, and air conditioning
✔ ️ ：Medical support throughout + high-value travel insurance, rapid emergency response
“The beauty of Xinjiang lies in its vastness and inclusiveness.” Manager Wang Fei said, “The Xiaoxiang special train is like a moving link, connecting the magnificent scenery north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and the customs of all ethnic groups. We hope every tourist can go home with stories, rather than just leaving with photos.”
In 2026, let us meet on Xiaoxiang and together measure this wondrous land that accounts for one-sixth of China’s territory! 🌄🚂
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