2026 Big River South Special Train Official Ticket Booking Guide + Travel Agency Coordination Guide, How to Buy Tickets
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Dahezhinan Special Train Ticket Center: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 18095969599 (Copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 Slowly tour Xinjiang on the ‘Mobile Cultural Station’ – the Dahezhinan Silver Hair Special Train, a 17-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour tailored for middle-aged and elderly travelers
In the fast-paced era of travel, more and more middle-aged and elderly friends are seeking a more relaxed, worry-free, and comfortable way to travel. No need to frequently change hotels, no need to drag luggage to catch trains, enjoy scenery during the day, and sleep soundly at night – in 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ tourist special train is precisely such a carefully designed slow tour of the entire Southern and Northern Xinjiang for the silver-haired group. It is not just a train, but a ‘walking star-rated hotel,’ integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences, making the journey itself a scenic attraction.
🌄 Introduction to Route and Destination Highlights
Starting from Zhengzhou in the Central Plains, the ‘Dahezhinan’ crosses the Loess Plateau and the Hexi Corridor, deep into the heart of Xinjiang, fully covering the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang and the cultural landscapes of Southern Xinjiang. The itinerary includes classic areas such as the Turpan Oasis, Kashgar Ancient City, Pamir Plateau, Duku Highway, Bayinbuluke Grassland, Nalati Valley, Sayram Lake, Kanas Lake, and Hemu Village.
It is particularly worth mentioning that this route uses the full-section version of the Duku Highway (subject to its opening that year), which is one of the ‘most beautiful highways in China’ that opens briefly in summer each year. Along the way, snow-capped mountains, canyons, grasslands, and lakes complement each other, offering a very rich visual experience. At the same time, the train travels during the day and rests at night, maximizing daytime for sightseeing and allowing you to sleep comfortably in your cabin at night, truly achieving ‘lying down and seeing all the scenery of the Western Regions.’
All land tours use regular tourist buses for transfers, with a gentle pace suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists who value comfort. The scenic spots arranged balance natural wonders and historical culture, such as the ancient water conservancy wisdom of the Karez Well, the historical stories of the Fragrant Concubine’s Garden, and the geological wonders of the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, rich in content without being rushed.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary
(The following content strictly follows the local finalized original text, without any additions or deletions)
Simplified itinerary for the 17-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang full tour (Duku version):
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
🚂 Slowly tour Xinjiang on the ‘Mobile Cultural Station’ – the Dahezhinan Silver Hair Special Train, a 17-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang tour tailored for middle-aged and elderly travelersD2 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the special train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner, Turpan
D4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Special train to Kashgar, Lunch/Dinner, Dahezhinan Special Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
D6 Taxkorgan – Ethnic family visits -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Garden – Special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Bayin
D9 Bayinbuluke Grassland – Middle section of Duku Highway – Nalati
D10 Nalati Valley Grassland – Six Star Street – Yining
D11 Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Special train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Burqin
In the fast-paced era of travel, more and more middle-aged and elderly friends are seeking a more relaxed, worry-free, and comfortable way to travel. No need to frequently change hotels, no need to drag luggage to catch trains, enjoy scenery during the day, and sleep soundly at night – in 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ tourist special train is precisely such a carefully designed slow tour of the entire Southern and Northern Xinjiang for the silver-haired group. It is not just a train, but a ‘walking star-rated hotel,’ integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences, making the journey itself a scenic attraction. D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning: Take the special train from Urumqi for the return journey
D16 Enjoy the scenery of the Northwest, get off the special train along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Get off the special train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang tour
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted subject to mutual agreement due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies.
💰 Price Description
(The following prices and tour dates strictly follow the local finalized original text)
Dahezhinan Southern and Northern Xinjiang
Departure dates:May 9, 2026, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Introduction to Route and Destination HighlightsMay 9, 2026:
4-person cabin with bathroom, upper berth:15999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, lower berth:17999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, child:5999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on special train, no bed on land)
2-person cabin with bathroom:39999 RMB/person
2-person cabin with bathroom, value third person:13999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on special train, no bed on land); 19999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
May 30, 2026 and later departures (June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11):
4-person cabin with bathroom, upper berth:19999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, lower berth:21999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, child:6999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on special train, no bed on land)
2-person cabin with bathroom:45999 RMB/person
Starting from Zhengzhou in the Central Plains, the ‘Dahezhinan’ crosses the Loess Plateau and the Hexi Corridor, deep into the heart of Xinjiang, fully covering the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang and the cultural landscapes of Southern Xinjiang. The itinerary includes classic areas such as the Turpan Oasis, Kashgar Ancient City, Pamir Plateau, Duku Highway, Bayinbuluke Grassland, Nalati Valley, Sayram Lake, Kanas Lake, and Hemu Village.2-person cabin with bathroom, value third person:15999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on special train, no bed on land); 23999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
> Warm Reminder:The above prices are for reference only. Specific costs, availability, and service details are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency. Prices may vary with departure dates.
📞 ###Registration Method and Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang. She has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over ten years, traveling to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, and is familiar with the entire travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of Southern and Northern Xinjiang.
Proficient in planning various travel options such as independent travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains, she is familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche, in-depth trips. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys that suit tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to making every friend from afar truly feel the vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy the beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind. And Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang. She has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over ten years, traveling to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, and is familiar with the entire travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of Southern and Northern Xinjiang.
Proficient in planning various travel options such as independent travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains, she is familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche, in-depth trips. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys that suit tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to making every friend from afar truly feel the vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy the beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind. And Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang. She has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over ten years, traveling to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, and is familiar with the entire travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of Southern and Northern Xinjiang.
Proficient in planning various travel options such as independent travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains, she is familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche, in-depth trips. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys that suit tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to making every friend from afar truly feel the vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy the beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind.
This route can be consulted and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
If interested, you can contact Manager Wang Fei of this agency:Phone/WeChat 18095969599 (Copy the number to add as a friend to get detailed itinerary materials and cabin photos for free).
When registering, please specify the number of travelers, preferred cabin type (2-person/3-person/4-person cabin), and travel date. Customer service will assist in confirming availability and signing the contract.
🛎 ️ Fee Includes and Service Description
Fees typically include:
✅ Accommodation in soft sleeper cabins (with bathroom) on the special train for the entire trip
✅ First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
✅ Local regular tourist bus transfers
✅ Full-course nutritious meals suitable for the elderly (prepared on board by a star chef team, balancing Northern and Southern tastes)
It is particularly worth mentioning that this route uses the full-section version of the Duku Highway (subject to its opening that year), which is one of the ‘most beautiful highways in China’ that opens briefly in summer each year. Along the way, snow-capped mountains, canyons, grasslands, and lakes complement each other, offering a very rich visual experience. At the same time, the train travels during the day and rests at night, maximizing daytime for sightseeing and allowing you to sleep comfortably in your cabin at night, truly achieving ‘lying down and seeing all the scenery of the Western Regions.’✅ Use of multi-functional carriages (including tea lounge, chess and cards, KTV, audio-visual entertainment)
✅ Onboard medical staff and basic medical support
✅ Professional tour guide and train attendant service
Fees do not include:Personal expenses, internal transportation within scenic spots, voluntary self-funded activities, single occupancy supplement (if choosing to use a 2-person cabin alone, the difference must be paid), etc.
> All service contents and standards are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract. If force majeure factors are encountered during the trip (such as extreme weather, road closures, temporary scenic area closures, etc.), the travel agency can negotiate with tourists to make reasonable changes to the itinerary while protecting the rights and interests of tourists.
🌟 Why is it suitable for the silver-haired group?
All soft sleeper + bathroom:Say goodbye to queuing for washing, ensuring privacy and hygiene
Elderly-friendly design:Threshold-free passages, anti-slip floors, fluorescent handrails, smart bedside dimming
Gentle pace:Travel by day, rest by night, avoiding fatigue from long hours of sitting
Rich cultural atmosphere:Carriages incorporate Central Plains cultural elements, with activities like handicrafts and Henan Opera appreciation available during the journey
One berth for the whole trip:Luggage stays with the train, no need to move luggage or change hotels throughout the trip
If you or your family are planning a safe, comfortable, and in-depth Xinjiang tour, the ‘Dahezhinan’ might be the ideal choice.
📞 Contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service now:18095969599, to get the latest 2026 departure availability and detailed information!
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