2026 Great River South Train Special · Xinjiang North South 15 Day Tour
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🚂 Dahezhinan Timetable:17-Day Mobile Cultural Living Room Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang
When the train is no longer just a means of transportation but becomes the journey itself—the ‘Dahezhinan’ tourist special train is redefining in-depth Xinjiang travel with the concept of ‘one route, one theme; one carriage, one landscape.’ As a high-quality tourist train officially launched in 2025, it not only connects central Chinese cities like Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou with the vast Xinjiang but also creates a mobile living space within the carriages that integrates accommodation, dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences. The 2026 summer schedule is now fully open, and the excellent viewing window after the full opening of the Duku Highway has also begun.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction
The ‘Dahezhinan’ 17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Duku Edition) is a classic route that balances natural wonders and cultural contexts. The journey spans both sides of the Tianshan Mountains, from the scorching Flaming Mountains to the crystal-clear Kanas Lake, from the vast Pamir Plateau to the azure Sayram Lake, covering the most representative geographical units of Xinjiang.
The Duku Highway is one of the core highlights of this route. This landscape avenue, known as ‘one of China’s most beautiful highways,’ connects northern and southern Xinjiang, crossing the heart of the Tianshan Mountains, with snow-capped mountains, canyons, grasslands, and forests alternating along the way. The Duku Highway is expected to fully open in early June 2026 (subject to local transportation department announcements), so departures from June 17 onward will fully experience the magnificent scenery of the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway.
Additionally, the itinerary covers famous attractions such as the Turpan Karez System, Kashgar Old City, Taxian Golden Grassland, Nalati Valley Grassland, Hemu Ancient Village, Colorful Beach, and Tianshan Tianchi, allowing tourists to systematically experience Xinjiang’s diverse geography and the life scenes created by various ethnic groups over 17 days. The train adopts a hotel-style service model throughout, reducing the hassle of frequent accommodation changes and enhancing travel comfort.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
Simplified Itinerary for the 17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Duku Edition):
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
🚂 Dahezhinan Timetable: 17-Day Mobile Cultural Living Room Across Northern and Southern XinjiangD2 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, free rest or entertainment on the train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner, Turpan
D4 Karez System – Flaming Mountains – Grape Valley – Special train to Kashgar, Lunch/Dinner, Dahezhinan Special Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxian
D6 Taxian – Ethnic home visits – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Bayin
D9 Bayinbulak Grassland – Middle section of Duku Highway – Nalati
D10 Nalati Valley Grassland – Six-Star Street – Yining
When the train is no longer just a means of transportation but becomes the journey itself—the ‘Dahezhinan’ tourist special train is redefining in-depth Xinjiang travel with the concept of ‘one route, one theme; one carriage, one landscape.’ As a high-quality tourist train officially launched in 2025, it not only connects central Chinese cities like Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou with the vast Xinjiang but also creates a mobile living space within the carriages that integrates accommodation, dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences. The 2026 summer schedule is now fully open, and the excellent viewing window after the full opening of the Duku Highway has also begun. D11 Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Special train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning: Take special train from Urumqi for return journey
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang journey
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area opening status.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction💰 Price Description
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Travel Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
The Dahezhinan special train features full-carriage bathrooms, with 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms to meet different travel needs. The compartment design balances comfort and convenience, using various technologies to reduce noise; the multi-functional car is equipped with an audio-visual system, serving functions like meeting, dining, chess, and karaoke; the train includes a dedicated dining car and chef team to ensure meal quality during the journey!
Dahezhinan Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Departure Dates:May 9, 2026, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
May 9, 2026:
Bathroom 4-person room upper berth: 15,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room lower berth: 17,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room child: 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land
Bathroom 2-person room: 39,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value third person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land; 19,999 RMB/person (6 years and above) same service standard as adults
The ‘Dahezhinan’ 17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Duku Edition) is a classic route that balances natural wonders and cultural contexts. The journey spans both sides of the Tianshan Mountains, from the scorching Flaming Mountains to the crystal-clear Kanas Lake, from the vast Pamir Plateau to the azure Sayram Lake, covering the most representative geographical units of Xinjiang.May 30, 2026:
Bathroom 4-person room upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land
Bathroom 2-person room: 45,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land; 23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above) same service standard as adults
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
Bathroom 4-person room upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land
The Duku Highway is one of the core highlights of this route. This landscape avenue, known as ‘one of China’s most beautiful highways,’ connects northern and southern Xinjiang, crossing the heart of the Tianshan Mountains, with snow-capped mountains, canyons, grasslands, and forests alternating along the way. The Duku Highway is expected to fully open in early June 2026 (subject to local transportation department announcements), so departures from June 17 onward will fully experience the magnificent scenery of the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway. Bathroom 2-person room: 45,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land; 23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above) same service standard as adults
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs, availability, and room arrangements are subject to the signed travel contract and may vary with departure dates.
📞 Registration Method
You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information, please contact customer service directly for details)
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
The cost includes round-trip train transportation, accommodation as listed in the itinerary (train compartments + land hotels), first admission tickets to attractions, meals (train dining car + some land meals), guide service, and insurance. The train features full-carriage bathrooms, multi-functional carriages supporting audio-visual entertainment, chess, karaoke, and other leisure activities, with a professional chef team ensuring dining quality.
Details such as child policies, room type selection, and special needs should be clearly communicated during registration. Specific service content, cost composition, and itinerary arrangements are subject to actual consultation results and the signed travel contract. In case of force majeure or objective condition changes during the trip, the travel agency may reasonably adjust the itinerary in consultation with tourists while protecting their rights.
This 17-day journey is not just about seeing the scenery but also about feeling the blend of vast landscapes and life’s warmth in a moving ‘Central Plains Cultural Living Room.’ The Dahezhinan is waiting to embark on a relaxed, expansive Xinjiang journey with you.
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