Journey planningSouthwest landscapes and Xinjiang journeys

SOUTHERN RAIL · BAIYUN EXPRESS / SILK ROAD GRAND TOUR

Baiyun Express · Southwest China & Xinjiang

Departing Guangzhou
11 days Southwest · 18 days Xinjiang

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Itinerary
GUANGZHOU · SOUTHWEST CHINA · XINJIANG

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2026 · SOUTHWEST LOOP

Cloud Sanctuary · 11-Day Guangxi–Yunnan

Travel from Guangzhou through Chongzuo, Kunming, Tengchong and Lijiang, with an optional Shangri-La plan, linking karst scenery, the Tea Horse Road and living heritage.

Cloud Sanctuary 11-day Guangxi and Yunnan journey artwork

Guangzhou / Chongzuo / Kunming / Baoshan and Tengchong / Lijiang or Shangri-La / Guangzhou

Departure dates 2026
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Interactive carriage section

Five Representative Carriage Spaces

YUNJU · XIANTING

Yunju · Xianting

A welcome hall with viewing lounge, tea bar, performance area and integrated storage.
Yunju · Xianting Welcome Car: Rendering
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Welcome Car

Two adjoining vestibules form a four-door reception area arranged as ceremonial gate, forecourt and gallery. Lattice screens and palace lanterns define the passageways.

  1. Four-door reception and ceremonial sequence

  2. Welcome hall, viewing lounge and tea bar

  3. Performance area and integrated storage

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YUNQI · LANYUE SUITE

Yunqi · Lanyue

A 14 m² twin suite with a two-seat sofa, minibar, private wardrobe and en-suite bathroom.
Premium Twin Suite

Warm timber, bronze-toned metal, floral screens, latticework and woven textures define separate sleeping, living, storage and bathing zones.

  1. Two-seat sofa and minibar

  2. Private bathroom and wardrobe

  3. Floral screens, latticework and woven textures

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YUNQI · YAYUN ROOM

Yunqi · Yayun

A 10.2 m² twin room with combinable beds, a folding sofa, storage and an en-suite bathroom.
Premium Twin Room

Black walnut, brass, rattan, Hunan embroidery and cloud motifs shape separate sleeping, living and bathing zones.

  1. Twin beds that combine

  2. Folding sofa and full storage

  3. En-suite bathroom and complete amenities

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YUNYAN · QINGHUAN

Yunyan · Qinghuan

Seats 48 guests and includes dining tables, a buffet, wash area, storage and tableware facilities.
Dining Car

A bracket-inspired ceiling overlooks rosewood-and-brass tables with Hunan-embroidered runners. Restrooms, a walk-in wash area and audiovisual equipment are also provided.

  1. Dining for 48 guests

  2. Rosewood tables and embroidered runners

  3. Buffet and complete dining support

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YUNSHANG · GUANLAN

Yunshang Guanlan Observation Car

Tail-car observation and lounge space
Observation Car

The tail car includes an observation area, service bar, two games rooms and an Aiwan Pavilion activity area. Lattice windows, dougong forms and red maple details define the interior.

  1. Aiwan Pavilion at the tail

  2. Two game rooms and a service bar

  3. Rest, recreation and panoramic viewing

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Yunju · Xianting Welcome Car

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Southern Rail · Baiyun ExpressWhat is Baiyun Express?

Baiyun Express offers journeys from Guangzhou: 11 days in Southwest China in 2026 and 18 days in Xinjiang in 2027. Guests stay in private train rooms and join destination visits, reducing repeated hotel changes and luggage handling.

Why travel Xinjiang by luxury train

  • Depart from Guangzhou for convenient South China connections
  • Stay in private train rooms with shared social spaces
  • Visit representative destinations across Xinjiang
  • Find itinerary, rooms, dates and prices in one place

The current 18-day journey begins in Guangzhou, travels through Chongqing into Xinjiang, and returns via Korla, Golmud and Chongqing. Northern Xinjiang and Ili–Kuqa stops depend on the selected route; use the written itinerary for the final sequence.

The product suits premium travellers, families, overseas Chinese visitors and older travellers who value fewer hotel changes. Confirm individual health and mobility needs before booking.

ENGLISH TRAVEL GUIDES

Plan the Baiyun Express Journey

01What Is Baiyun Express?Learn what Baiyun Express is, compare its Xinjiang and Guangxi–Yunnan journeys, and check routes, rooms, departure dates and published fares before booking.02Guangzhou Arrival GuidePlan your Guangzhou arrival before a Baiyun Express journey to Xinjiang, including timing, transfers, hotels, luggage and written departure confirmation.03Xinjiang Packing ListPlan what to pack for the 18-day Baiyun Express journey, including documents, layered clothing, medication, luggage organization and onboard essentials.04Baiyun Express Cost GuideCompare published Baiyun Express fares, room categories, route supplements and quotation details for the 18-day Xinjiang journey before booking securely.05Lanyue vs Yayun RoomsCompare Baiyun Express Lanyue and Yayun rooms by size, beds, bathroom, storage, inventory and published 2027 fares for the 18-day Xinjiang journey.0618-Day Xinjiang RouteFollow the 18-day Baiyun Express route from Guangzhou through northern and southern Xinjiang, with 2027 dates, route choices and planning notes in detail.07Best Time for XinjiangCompare May to September Baiyun Express departures by scenery, temperature, seasonal roads and route priorities to choose your Xinjiang travel month.08International Booking GuideFollow a practical international booking process for Baiyun Express, from route and room selection to written quotes, entry checks and Guangzhou arrival.09Halal Dining GuideRequest fully halal meals on Baiyun Express across train dining, hotels and destination meals, with guidance on ingredients, preparation and confirmation.

Baiyun Express FAQs

Essential answers about departure city, rooms, dates, prices and suitability.

What is Baiyun Express?

Baiyun Express is a premium tourist-train product from Guangzhou to Xinjiang, combining onboard accommodation with off-train sightseeing.

Where does Baiyun Express depart from?

The core journey departs from Guangzhou. Confirm meeting points, optional boarding stops and transfers in the final written itinerary.

What room categories are shown?

The site currently presents the Lanyue and Yayun twin-room categories, both with a private bathroom. Confirm bookable rooms and availability with the CTS.cn general-presales team.

How can I check dates, availability and prices?

Review the published dates and reference prices on the booking page, then confirm availability, contract terms and payment with the CTS.cn general-presales team.

Is the journey suitable for families or older travellers?

Rail accommodation can reduce hotel changes and luggage handling. Travellers should still confirm mobility, health and daily sightseeing requirements before booking.

Consultation

Choose a consultation type first and the relevant team will follow up.

A sales specialist from a listed local travel agency will coordinate your booking.

  1. 01Online enquiry
  2. 02Send details
  3. 03Local specialist follows up
  4. 04Meet and sign
  5. 05Confirm arrival dateJourney begins
Official quotation and payment verification

Share your expected travel dates, party size and room preferences. A concierge adviser will confirm the departure schedule, availability and quotation.

Consultation contacts

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Eric(CTS)+86 19092448587
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