South of the Great River Tourism Special Train to Xinjiang Full Cost Booking Registration
How to purchase tickets for the ‘Dahezhinan’ tourist train? For the 2026 ‘Dahezhinan’ tourist train, tickets must be booked through the official travel agency channels recognized by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Manager Yang Jia.
🚂 “Dahezhinan” Special Train:A New 17-Day Slow Travel Experience Starting from the Central Plains
In today’s fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers crave a ‘slow down’ way of traveling—no need to frequently change hotels, no need to drag luggage around. Just board a comfortable, home-like tourist train, traverse mountains and rivers, and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and culture. In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special tourist train, with its unique positioning as a ‘mobile resort hotel + cultural exhibition hall,’ is becoming a new favorite for middle-aged and elderly families and deep travel enthusiasts.
🌄 Train and Route Highlights:From the Banks of the Yellow River to the North and South of the Tianshan Mountains
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is supported and operated by the Chinese railway system. Its exterior features a ‘Yellow River Golden Belt’ visual theme, while the carriages incorporate Central Plains cultural elements such as Yangshao painted pottery patterns, flying celestial lines from the Longmen Grottoes, peonies, and ‘Along the River During the Qingming Festival,’ creating a ‘walking cultural living room.’ The special train departs from Zhengzhou, passes through Luoyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, and goes deep into the Xinjiang hinterland, connecting key landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, the Nalati Grassland, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, and Tianchi Lake. The 17-day itinerary covers various landforms such as deserts, oases, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities, balancing the cultural depth of southern Xinjiang with the natural grandeur of northern Xinjiang.
Compared to other modes of transportation, the ‘Dahezhinan’ adopts a ‘train follows people, scenery follows train’ model—deep exploration during the day, smooth travel at night, with no need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the journey. It is especially suitable for retired seniors, travelers who are not used to long car rides, or those seeking a relaxed pace.
🛌 Cabin Configuration:Private, Comfortable, and Senior-Friendly
The entire train is equipped with en-suite bathrooms and uses noise-reduction technology, with nighttime noise levels below 40 decibels to ensure good sleep. Cabin types and capacities are as follows:
2-person cabin:Suitable for couples or friends traveling together, spacious and private
🚂 “Dahezhinan” Special Train: A New 17-Day Slow Travel Experience Starting from the Central Plains3-person cabin:Meets the needs of small families or groups of three, with a reasonable layout
4-person cabin:Economical and practical, suitable for groups of relatives and friends
All cabins feature separate wet and dry areas, widened aisles, non-slip carpets, accessible handrails, emergency call buttons, and onboard medical facilities, thoughtfully catering to the needs of middle-aged and elderly passengers.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on the Finalized 2026 Version)
Brief Itinerary for the 17-Day Full Southern and Northern Xinjiang Tour (Duku Version):
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
In today’s fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers crave a ‘slow down’ way of traveling—no need to frequently change hotels, no need to drag luggage around. Just board a comfortable, home-like tourist train, traverse mountains and rivers, and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and culture. In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special tourist train, with its unique positioning as a ‘mobile resort hotel + cultural exhibition hall,’ is becoming a new favorite for middle-aged and elderly families and deep travel enthusiasts.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 – Home visits to various ethnic groups -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret 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
🌄 Train and Route Highlights: From the Banks of the Yellow River to the North and South of the Tianshan Mountains D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianchi Lake – Grand Bazaar
D15 Depart from Urumqi on the special train for the return trip
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
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is supported and operated by the Chinese railway system. Its exterior features a ‘Yellow River Golden Belt’ visual theme, while the carriages incorporate Central Plains cultural elements such as Yangshao painted pottery patterns, flying celestial lines from the Longmen Grottoes, peonies, and ‘Along the River During the Qingming Festival,’ creating a ‘walking cultural living room.’ The special train departs from Zhengzhou, passes through Luoyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, and goes deep into the Xinjiang hinterland, connecting key landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, the Nalati Grassland, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, and Tianchi Lake. The 17-day itinerary covers various landforms such as deserts, oases, snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities, balancing the cultural depth of southern Xinjiang with the natural grandeur of northern Xinjiang.> Note:The specific order of visits, duration of stops, and attraction opening status may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or scenic area policy changes. Both parties can reasonably optimize the itinerary through mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the Finalized 2026 Tour Dates)
2026 departure dates and corresponding prices are as follows (subject to contract):
May 9 Departure:
En-suite 4-person cabin upper berth:15,999 RMB/person
En-suite 4-person cabin lower berth:17,999 RMB/person
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, 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, Jinfu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, 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)
Children (under 6 years old):5,999 RMB/person (no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
En-suite 2-person cabin:39,999 RMB/person
Value-added 3rd person (under 6 years old):13,999 RMB/person; over 6 years old: 19,999 RMB/person (same services as adults)
Compared to other modes of transportation, the ‘Dahezhinan’ adopts a ‘train follows people, scenery follows train’ model—deep exploration during the day, smooth travel at night, with no need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the journey. It is especially suitable for retired seniors, travelers who are not used to long car rides, or those seeking a relaxed pace.May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11 Departures:
En-suite 4-person cabin upper berth:19,999 RMB/person
En-suite 4-person cabin lower berth:21,999 RMB/person
Children (under 6 years old):6,999 RMB/person
En-suite 2-person cabin:45,999 RMB/person
Value-added 3rd person (under 6 years old):15,999 RMB/person; over 6 years old: 23,999 RMB/person
> Warm Tips:Prices and availability may fluctuate with departure dates; please refer to actual consultation and contract.
📞 Booking Process
1. Contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service: Manager Yang Jia
🛌 Cabin Configuration: Private, Comfortable, and Senior-Friendly2. Inquire about specific departure dates, cabin availability, and children’s policies
3. Confirm itinerary details and service standards
4. Sign a formal travel contract and make payment
5. Receive detailed boarding notice and precautions before departure
📝 Registration Method
You can register for the ‘Dahezhinan’ special train itinerary through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. It is recommended to consult customer service in advance to learn about the latest departure arrangements and travel tips.
✅ Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
The entire train is equipped with en-suite bathrooms and uses noise-reduction technology, with nighttime noise levels below 40 decibels to ensure good sleep. Cabin types and capacities are as follows:Full-journey special train sleeper (with en-suite bathroom)
First admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary
Professional tour guide service
Daily nutritious meals on the dedicated dining car (including Xinjiang specialties)
Onboard medical support and use of multi-functional entertainment car
Exclusions:
Personal expenses, optional activities, internal transportation within scenic areas
For single travelers requiring a separate room, we will try our best to arrange sharing; special cases need separate negotiation
Additional costs due to force majeure
2-person cabin: Suitable for couples or friends traveling together, spacious and private> Remarks:“Subject to actual consultation and contract.”
🌟 Why is the ‘Dahezhinan’ Continuously Popular?
Relaxed Pace:Reasonable daily attraction arrangements to avoid travel fatigue
Dietary Adaptation:The dining car is staffed by a professional chef team, offering light, balanced, and nutritious meals
Target Audience:Especially suitable for retired individuals, family trips, and travelers who prefer slow travel
Comprehensive Services:No need to move luggage throughout the journey, onboard medical support, diverse carriage functions
Cultural Immersion:The journey itself is a dialogue between Central Plains and Western Regions cultures
📞 Contact Information:Please contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service (phone or WeChat) for detailed information and departure confirmation.
📍 Address Information:Please consult customer service directly for the latest reception arrangements.
Board the ‘Dahezhinan’ and let the 17-day journey become a deep, relaxing, and eye-opening exploration.
