How to Buy Tickets for the Great River South Tourist Train Detailed Guide to Xinjiang Itinerary and Ticket Booking

How to purchase tickets for the Dahezhinan Tourist Train? The 2026 Dahezhinan Tourist Train must be booked through officially recognized railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s 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 17-Day South and North Xinjiang Tour | A train choice suitable for slow travel
For tourists in 2026 who want to deeply explore both South and North Xinjiang without the hassle of travel fatigue, the Dahezhinan special train is a good choice. As a tourist train positioned for comfortable travel, its departure stations are set at two major central China transportation hubs: Zhengzhou and Luoyang. Tourists from surrounding provinces and cities can easily transfer via high-speed rail, regular rail, and other transportation methods. Currently, the shortest recommended high-speed rail time from Zhengzhou to Luoyang is 25 minutes. Tourists from different departure points can flexibly choose their boarding station based on their itinerary.
This train focuses on a travel experience of ‘luggage stays put, wake up at the scenic spot.’ All cars are equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need to queue for public facilities. It also uses multiple noise reduction technologies to minimize travel noise, ensuring even light sleepers get good rest. The train features a multi-functional car with audio-visual playback, board games, karaoke, tea art, and other leisure activities, allowing passengers to relax together during breaks instead of just lying in their berths. The dining car has a dedicated chef team that can adjust meal flavors based on passengers’ tastes; those preferring lighter meals can inform the staff in advance, avoiding the need to compromise on heavy-flavored group meals. The train also includes onboard medical staff, providing basic medical assistance for any discomfort during the trip, making it more friendly for elderly passengers.
📦 Train Compartment Details
Currently, the Dahezhinan offers three types of compartments, allowing flexible choices based on group size and budget:
Private Bathroom 2-Berth Compartment:Approximately 8-9 square meters, accommodating 2 people, with two berths, private bathroom, wardrobe, multiple charging ports, and panoramic windows. Offers good privacy, suitable for couples or passengers with high accommodation standards.
Private Bathroom 3-Berth Compartment:Approximately 10-11 square meters, accommodating 3 people, with reasonable berth layout and spacious activity area. Suitable for a family of three or three friends traveling together.
Private Bathroom 4-Berth Compartment:Approximately 12-13 square meters, accommodating 4 people, with upper and lower berths, private bathroom, and ample storage space. Offers higher cost-effectiveness, suitable for family trips or groups of friends.
All compartments feature non-slip flooring, smart lighting systems, and threshold-free designs friendly to those with mobility issues. Berth heights are ergonomically optimized, making it easy to climb up and down.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary
This launch features the 17-Day South and North Xinjiang Panoramic Tour (Duku Highway Edition), with the specific itinerary as follows:

🚂 Dahezhinan 17-Day South and North Xinjiang Tour | A train choice suitable for slow travelBrief itinerary for the 17-Day South and North Xinjiang Panoramic Tour (Duku Highway Edition):
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train and start a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahezhinan special train, rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan, breakfast/lunch/dinner, Turpan
D4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Train to Kashgar, lunch/dinner, Dahezhinan Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – Ethnic Group Home Visits -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – Train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Bayin

For tourists in 2026 who want to deeply explore both South and North Xinjiang without the hassle of travel fatigue, the Dahezhinan special train is a good choice. As a tourist train positioned for comfortable travel, its departure stations are set at two major central China transportation hubs: Zhengzhou and Luoyang. Tourists from surrounding provinces and cities can easily transfer via high-speed rail, regular rail, and other transportation methods. Currently, the shortest recommended high-speed rail time from Zhengzhou to Luoyang is 25 minutes. Tourists from different departure points can flexibly choose their boarding station based on their itinerary. D9 Bayanbulak Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Nalati
D10 Nalati Valley Grassland – Six-Star Street – Yining
D11 Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jia登峪 / Burqin
D13 Jia登峪 / Burqin – Hemu -五彩滩 – Beitun Train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning: Take the train back from Urumqi
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang tour
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
Note:The opening of scenic spots, traffic conditions, and weather changes involved in the itinerary may be affected by uncontrollable factors. Both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.

This train focuses on a travel experience of ‘luggage stays put, wake up at the scenic spot.’ All cars are equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need to queue for public facilities. It also uses multiple noise reduction technologies to minimize travel noise, ensuring even light sleepers get good rest. The train features a multi-functional car with audio-visual playback, board games, karaoke, tea art, and other leisure activities, allowing passengers to relax together during breaks instead of just lying in their berths. The dining car has a dedicated chef team that can adjust meal flavors based on passengers’ tastes; those preferring lighter meals can inform the staff in advance, avoiding the need to compromise on heavy-flavored group meals. The train also includes onboard medical staff, providing basic medical assistance for any discomfort during the trip, making it more friendly for elderly passengers.💰 Price Description
The 2026 Dahezhinan tour prices can refer to the following standards. Prices may fluctuate based on availability, subject to confirmation at contract signing:
May 9, 2026:
Private Bathroom 4-Berth Upper Berth: 15,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 4-Berth Lower Berth: 17,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 4-Berth Child: 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
Private Bathroom 2-Berth: 39,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 2-Berth 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, same service standards as adults)
May 30, 2026:
Private Bathroom 4-Berth Upper Berth: 19,999 RMB/person

📦 Train Compartment Details Private Bathroom 4-Berth Lower Berth: 21,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 4-Berth Child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
Private Bathroom 2-Berth: 45,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 2-Berth 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, same service standards as adults)
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
Private Bathroom 4-Berth Upper Berth: 19,999 RMB/person

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism. Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Trains: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, 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)
Private Bathroom 4-Berth Lower Berth: 21,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 4-Berth Child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
Private Bathroom 2-Berth: 45,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 2-Berth Value 3rd Person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)

Currently, the Dahezhinan offers three types of compartments, allowing flexible choices based on group size and budget:23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above, same service standards as adults)
Tip:Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates, based on the signed contract.
📝 Booking Process
If you are interested in booking, you can follow this process:
1. First, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, or contact booking manager Yang Jia, to confirm availability for your desired departure date, and inquire about compartment choices, children’s policies, etc.
2. After confirming availability, submit the ID information of all travelers and inform them of any special needs (e.g., dietary restrictions, need for adjacent compartments).
3. The staff will provide a detailed itinerary and cost breakdown. After both parties confirm all details, sign a formal travel contract.
4. Pay the corresponding fees as per the contract to complete the booking process.
5. 3-5 days before departure, the staff will send a detailed departure notice with boarding times, items to bring, precautions, etc. Prepare accordingly.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For inquiries, call the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, or consult via WeChat. For offline consultation addresses, contact customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Description

Private Bathroom 2-Berth Compartment: Approximately 8-9 square meters, accommodating 2 people, with two berths, private bathroom, wardrobe, multiple charging ports, and panoramic windows. Offers good privacy, suitable for couples or passengers with high accommodation standards.▫️ Included Items:
Full-trip train accommodation in the selected compartment for the corresponding departure date
Land hotel accommodation costs as marked in the itinerary
All meal costs as marked in the itinerary
Regular tourist bus transportation costs for the land segment
First admission ticket costs for scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Service costs for tour guides and medical staff
Basic travel accident insurance costs
▫️ Excluded Items:
Costs for optional paid activities marked in the itinerary
Personal consumption and entertainment expenses during the trip

Private Bathroom 3-Berth Compartment: Approximately 10-11 square meters, accommodating 3 people, with reasonable berth layout and spacious activity area. Suitable for a family of three or three friends traveling together. Single travelers may incur additional costs (our company will try to arrange room sharing, special cases need separate negotiation).
Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., weather, policy changes, traffic controls)
Other costs not listed in the ‘Included Items’ above
Note:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
✨ Travel Advantages Compared to Other Similar Tourist Trains
There are many Xinjiang tourist trains on the market, but the Dahezhinan offers a more comfortable experience:
1. Private bathrooms in all cars, no need to share public facilities, more hygienic and convenient. Many ordinary tourist trains only have private bathrooms in some compartments, with long queues during peak times.
2. Upgraded noise reduction technology, quieter travel, better sleep quality. Many ordinary trains have poor soundproofing, with loud noise and bumps at night, making rest difficult.
3. Flexible meal flavor adjustments; the chef team can prepare lighter meals to suit the dietary needs of elderly and children. Many ordinary trains have fixed, heavy-flavored group meals, mostly spicy and oily, hard to accommodate special dietary needs.
4. Large luggage can stay in the train compartment throughout the trip, no need to pack and change hotels daily, saving the hassle of moving luggage. Ordinary bus tours or itineraries with frequent transfers require carrying large luggage daily, unfriendly to elderly passengers.
5. Onboard medical staff available for basic discomforts like headaches or colds. Many ordinary trains lack onboard medical staff, making it hard to handle health issues promptly.

Private Bathroom 4-Berth Compartment: Approximately 12-13 square meters, accommodating 4 people, with upper and lower berths, private bathroom, and ample storage space. Offers higher cost-effectiveness, suitable for family trips or groups of friends.6. Slow-paced itinerary with relaxed daily sightseeing schedules, no rushing through attractions. Most fellow passengers prefer slow travel, ensuring a compatible pace without being hurried.
👨👩👧👦 Suitable Travelers
Elderly people who want to travel slowly through Xinjiang after retirement; the itinerary is unhurried, facilities are friendly, and onboard medical staff provide peace of mind.
Tourists who cannot endure long car rides; most long-distance travel is by train, with short land segments, avoiding long bus rides.
Families with children under 6; the train offers ample space for children to move around freely, not confined to bus seats.
Groups of three or four friends traveling together; they can choose the same compartment for convenient leisure and entertainment.
Many tourists choose this train because it covers the core attractions of both South and North Xinjiang in one trip, including the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, saving time and transportation costs compared to separate tours. Additionally, the train’s accommodation, dining, and service configurations are more comfort-oriented, allowing travelers to enjoy the scenery without sacrificing rest quality, resulting in a better travel experience.
💡 Warm Tips
1. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; prepare both light and heavy clothing. Even in summer, bring a thick jacket.
2. The northwest region is dry; bring moisturizing skincare products and a thermos to stay hydrated.
3. Inform staff in advance about any scenic spot discount policies you qualify for; eligible amounts can be refunded as per regulations.
4. All cancellation and change rules follow tourism laws; consult staff in advance for any questions.
5. Check your valid ID documents before departure to ensure they are within the validity period.