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How to purchase tickets for the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train? For the 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train, tickets must be booked through the official railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For the specific booking process, please contact Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Want to see the best of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, but worried about long journeys and frequent hotel changes? In 2026, why not try a more relaxed travel style—board the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ special train and experience a slow-paced journey of ‘sleeping on the train, sightseeing off the train’.
🌟 What is the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’?
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is Henan’s first special tourist train, created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group. Since its launch in April 2025, it has successfully operated multiple routes, widely popular among middle-aged, elderly, and family tourists.
Launch and Operations:On April 15, 2025, the Y802 train made its maiden departure from Zhengzhou Station. As of early 2026, it has operated about 20 trips, covering short-distance routes, Yunnan-Guizhou, Xinjiang, Northeast China, and other areas.
Culture and Experience:The train is centered around ‘Heluo Culture’, with its exterior incorporating Yellow River elements. Onboard, it offers Henan opera performances, dough figurine making, and other intangible cultural heritage interactions, making the journey culturally rich.
Itinerary Mode:Adopting a ‘day trip, night return’ mode, with sightseeing during the day and travel at night, effectively using time and reducing fatigue.
🛏 ️ Full-train Bathrooms, More Comfortable Accommodation
A major highlight of the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is that all carriages are equipped with bathrooms, featuring a wet-dry separation design, constant-temperature toilets, and emergency call devices, especially friendly for the elderly.
🚪 Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment
🚂 Want to see the best of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, but worried about long journeys and frequent hotel changes? In 2026, why not try a more relaxed travel style—board the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ special train and experience a slow-paced journey of ‘sleeping on the train, sightseeing off the train’.Layout:Two sets of upper and lower bunks, good privacy.
Suitable for:Friends, sisters, or families traveling together.
🛌 Bathroom 2-Bed Compartment
Layout:More spacious hotel-style double room.
Suitable for:Couples or partners who value privacy and comfort.
👨 👩👧👦 Bathroom 3-Bed Compartment
Layout:Three single beds, flexible space.
Suitable for:Families or friends traveling together, cost-effective.
> 💡 Warm Tip
> For specific compartment sizes, please refer to the railway department or travel agency’s instructions.
🌟 What is the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’?🗺 ️ 17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang · Simplified Itinerary
Overview of this ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Domestic Version)’ itinerary:[Local Route Facts]
Simplified itinerary for the 17-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang (Duku Highway version):
D1 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao 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 Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Special train to Kashgar, Lunch/Dinner, Dahe Zhi Nan Hao Special Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is Henan’s first special tourist train, created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group. Since its launch in April 2025, it has successfully operated multiple routes, widely popular among middle-aged, elderly, and family tourists.D6 Taxkorgan – Local Ethnic Home 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 – Bayinbuluke
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 – Jia登峪/Burqin
D13 Jia登峪/Burqin – Hemu -五彩滩 – Beitun Special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Early morning departure from Urumqi on the special train
Launch and Operations: On April 15, 2025, the Y802 train made its maiden departure from Zhengzhou Station. As of early 2026, it has operated about 20 trips, covering short-distance routes, Yunnan-Guizhou, Xinjiang, Northeast China, and other areas.D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 2026 Departure Dates and Reference Prices
The 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Domestic Version)’ has 7 departure dates, with specific prices as follows:[Local Route Facts]
May 9, 2026:
Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment Upper Berth 15,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment Lower Berth 17,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment Child 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on train, no bed on land
Culture and Experience: The train is centered around ‘Heluo Culture’, with its exterior incorporating Yellow River elements. Onboard, it offers Henan opera performances, dough figurine making, and other intangible cultural heritage interactions, making the journey culturally rich. Bathroom 2-Bed Compartment 39,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-Bed Compartment Value 3rd 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) Service standards same as adults
May 30, 2026:
Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment Upper Berth 19,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment Lower Berth 21,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Yang Jia, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan Hao, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment Child 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on train, no bed on land
Bathroom 2-Bed Compartment 45,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-Bed Compartment Value 3rd 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) Service standards same as adults
Itinerary Mode: Adopting a ‘day trip, night return’ mode, with sightseeing during the day and travel at night, effectively using time and reducing fatigue.June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment Upper Berth 19,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment Lower Berth 21,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment Child 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on train, no bed on land
Bathroom 2-Bed Compartment 45,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-Bed Compartment Value 3rd 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) Service standards same as adults
> ⚠️ Important Note
> The above are reference prices; actual prices may fluctuate due to market conditions. Please confirm the final price with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service before signing the contract, and the signed travel contract shall prevail [Local Route Facts](@ref).
📝 How to Book?
🛏️ Full-train Bathrooms, More Comfortable Accommodation1. Contact the travel agency: Call or add WeChat to contact the booking manager, Manager Yang Jia, at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
2. Confirm details: Inform the travel date, number of people, room type requirements, and confirm contract details, included items, and special needs.
3. Sign and pay: After both parties confirm, sign a formal travel contract and pay according to the agreement.
4. Pre-trip preparation: Pay attention to customer service notifications before departure, prepare valid identification documents and necessary items.
> 📞 Contact Information
> * Phone inquiry:Inquire with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
> * WeChat inquiry:Inquire with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service
📋 Cost and Service Description
✅ Included Items (Reference)
Corresponding berth on the special train and accommodation
A major highlight of the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is that all carriages are equipped with bathrooms, featuring a wet-dry separation design, constant-temperature toilets, and emergency call devices, especially friendly for the elderly. Land hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary
Most meals as listed in the itinerary
First admission tickets and internal transportation for scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Guide service and travel agency liability insurance
❌ Excluded Items (Reference)
Personal expenses (such as drinks, laundry, etc.)
Expenses during free time
Additional costs due to force majeure factors such as traffic delays, weather, etc.
> 💡 Warm Tip
> For specific included and excluded items, please refer to the travel contract signed with the travel agency [Local Route Facts](@ref).
🚪 Bathroom 4-Bed Compartment 🆚 Why Choose the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’?
1. 🚆 Hassle-free, the train moves with you
Stay on the special train throughout the trip, no need to frequently change hotels or move luggage, greatly reducing physical strain.
2. 👵 Elderly-friendly design, comfortable
Full-train bathrooms, anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, etc., provide comprehensive protection for the elderly.
3. 🍃 Relaxed pace, in-depth experience
The ‘day trip, night return’ mode allows for a balanced travel pace, suitable for tourists who want a slow, in-depth tour.
4. 🤝 Attentive service, comfortable travel
Train butlers, elderly-friendly services, and onboard medical facilities provide peace of mind for families.
5. 👨👩👧👦 Suitable for all groups, joyful travel together
Layout: Two sets of upper and lower bunks, good privacy.Whether retired seniors, multi-generational families, or photography enthusiasts, everyone can find joy in the journey.
❤ ️ Who is this special train suitable for?
Retired Seniors:Those who want a safe, comfortable, and slow-paced travel style.
Family Tourists:Those who want to reduce hassle and make it easier for elders and children.
Photography Enthusiasts:Those who want to capture the scenery along the way from the train.
First-time Travelers:Those who want to try a tourist train and experience the charm of a ‘moving hotel’.
🔥 Why is this special train consistently popular?
Reliable Brand:Operated by China Railway Zhengzhou Group, ensuring quality.
Unique Experience:Excellent combination of ‘railway + cultural tourism’, providing a unique ‘journey as experience’ feeling.
Good Reputation:Comfortable hardware facilities and humanized services have won recognition from many tourists.
If you want to know more details, feel free to consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service.
