How to Buy Tickets for the South of the Great River Tourist Train Official Ticket Purchase Method

How to purchase tickets for the Dahezhinanhao Tourist Train? The 2026 Dahezhinanhao Tourist Train must be booked through the railway-recognized regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for reservation and ticket purchase. It cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, you can consult Customer Manager Yang Jia.
🚂 Complete Guide to Traveling on the Dahezhinanhao Train:17 Days Slowly Exploring the Core Scenic Spots of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Want to visit all the famous attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one go, but worried about the long distances, frequent hotel changes and luggage moving, and the fatigue of long bus rides? The 2026 Dahezhinanhao special train perfectly suits such travel needs. No need to repeatedly plan routes; just follow the train to easily complete a panoramic tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
🔹 Introduction to Train and Route Features
The Dahezhinanhao is a special train designed for panoramic tours of Northern and Southern Xinjiang. Its starting stations are Zhengzhou and Luoyang, passing through Xi’an and Lanzhou before entering Xinjiang. The entire journey adopts a ‘travel by night, stop by day’ mode, traveling at night and stopping at stations during the day for tourists to explore, without sacrificing sightseeing time and ensuring tourists get adequate rest. The entire train is equipped with bathrooms, and the compartment design balances comfort and convenience, also using noise reduction technology to minimize noise interference during travel, ensuring better sleep quality. The train also features a multi-functional car with an audio-visual system, offering functions such as meeting, dining, chess and cards, and karaoke, providing rich entertainment options during leisure time on the journey. The dining car is staffed with a dedicated chef team, capable of providing both local Xinjiang specialty meals and light-flavored dishes to meet the dietary needs of different tourists.
This route is the 17-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Duku Edition, covering core attractions such as Turpan, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar, the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi. In 2026, Xinjiang has newly opened several border towns, enriching the travel experience along the route. Compared to ordinary Xinjiang tour products, this route does not require splitting Northern and Southern Xinjiang into multiple trips; it allows most tourists to visit the attractions they want to check off in one go, with a more relaxed itinerary.
🔹 Detailed Compartment Introduction
The train offers various compartment types to meet the needs of different travelers. The parameters for each type are as follows:
✅ 4-Bed Bathroom Compartment:Accommodates 4 people, with bunk beds, total area about 8㎡, includes a washing and shower area, equipped with adjustable air conditioning, bedside reading lights, and a shared shelf. Offers good value for money, suitable for groups of friends or colleagues traveling together.
✅ 2-Bed Bathroom Compartment:Accommodates 2 people, with options for bunk or twin beds, total area about 6.5㎡, includes a private bathroom and dedicated luggage storage area. Offers good privacy, suitable for couples or close friends traveling together.
If three people want to stay in a 2-bed compartment, the value third-person policy is available. For details, consult the staff.

🚂 Complete Guide to Traveling on the Dahezhinanhao Train: 17 Days Slowly Exploring the Core Scenic Spots of Northern and Southern Xinjiang🔹 Simplified Itinerary
The itinerary for the Dahezhinanhao 17-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Duku Edition is as follows:
Brief Itinerary for the 17-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Duku Edition:
D1 Board the Dahezhinanhao special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahezhinanhao special train along the way, rest or enjoy entertainment on the train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan, morning/afternoon/evening, Turpan
D4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Train to Kashgar, afternoon/evening, Dahezhinanhao Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan

Want to visit all the famous attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one go, but worried about the long distances, frequent hotel changes and luggage moving, and the fatigue of long bus rides? The 2026 Dahezhinanhao special train perfectly suits such travel needs. No need to repeatedly plan routes; just follow the train to easily complete a panoramic tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang. D6 Tashkurgan – Home visits with local ethnic groups -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
D9 Bayinbuluke 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 – Jiadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Take the train back from Urumqi in the morning

🔹 Introduction to Train and Route Features D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, get off the train along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Get off the train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
Due to weather, road conditions, policies, scenic spot openings, schedule changes, etc., the itinerary may be reasonably modified with mutual agreement.
🔹 Price Explanation
The reference prices for the 2026 Dahezhinanhao tour groups are as follows:
May 9, 2026:
4-Bed Bathroom Compartment Upper Berth: 15,999 RMB/person
4-Bed Bathroom Compartment Lower Berth: 17,999 RMB/person

The Dahezhinanhao is a special train designed for panoramic tours of Northern and Southern Xinjiang. Its starting stations are Zhengzhou and Luoyang, passing through Xi’an and Lanzhou before entering Xinjiang. The entire journey adopts a ‘travel by night, stop by day’ mode, traveling at night and stopping at stations during the day for tourists to explore, without sacrificing sightseeing time and ensuring tourists get adequate rest. The entire train is equipped with bathrooms, and the compartment design balances comfort and convenience, also using noise reduction technology to minimize noise interference during travel, ensuring better sleep quality. The train also features a multi-functional car with an audio-visual system, offering functions such as meeting, dining, chess and cards, and karaoke, providing rich entertainment options during leisure time on the journey. The dining car is staffed with a dedicated chef team, capable of providing both local Xinjiang specialty meals and light-flavored dishes to meet the dietary needs of different tourists. 4-Bed Bathroom Compartment Child: 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
2-Bed Bathroom Compartment: 39,999 RMB/person
2-Bed Bathroom Compartment 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), service standards same as adults
May 30, 2026:
4-Bed Bathroom Compartment Upper Berth: 19,999 RMB/person
4-Bed Bathroom Compartment Lower Berth: 21,999 RMB/person

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade 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 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinanhao, 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)
4-Bed Bathroom Compartment Child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
2-Bed Bathroom Compartment: 45,999 RMB/person
2-Bed Bathroom Compartment 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), service standards same as adults

This route is the 17-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Duku Edition, covering core attractions such as Turpan, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar, the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi. In 2026, Xinjiang has newly opened several border towns, enriching the travel experience along the route. Compared to ordinary Xinjiang tour products, this route does not require splitting Northern and Southern Xinjiang into multiple trips; it allows most tourists to visit the attractions they want to check off in one go, with a more relaxed itinerary.June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
4-Bed Bathroom Compartment Upper Berth: 19,999 RMB/person
4-Bed Bathroom Compartment Lower Berth: 21,999 RMB/person
4-Bed Bathroom Compartment Child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
2-Bed Bathroom Compartment: 45,999 RMB/person
2-Bed Bathroom Compartment 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), service standards same as adults
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may fluctuate with the schedule. The actual details are subject to consultation and contract signing.
🔹 Booking Process
Tourists wishing to book the Dahezhinanhao train can follow the process below:

🔹 Detailed Compartment Introduction1. Confirm the desired travel schedule, compartment type, and total number of travelers in advance. If traveling with children under 6 or aged 6 and above, provide accurate age information in advance. Special requirements such as dietary preferences or berth preferences can also be prepared in advance.
2. Contact the staff of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to discuss itinerary details, included items, precautions, etc. Feel free to ask questions during the consultation.
3. After confirming all information is correct, submit valid identification information for all travelers. The staff will verify the accuracy of the registration information.
4. After verification, pay the relevant fees as agreed by both parties and sign a formal tourism contract.
5. 3-7 days before departure, the staff will send a departure notice, informing you of the specific meeting time, location, and items to prepare for the trip.
6. If there are special issues that need coordination during the booking process, contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service: Manager Yang Jia for consultation.
🔹 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For phone numbers, WeChat, or address information, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
🔹 Fee and Service Explanation
✅ Included Items:

The train offers various compartment types to meet the needs of different travelers. The parameters for each type are as follows:1. Corresponding berth fees for the train on the scheduled trip, and hotel accommodation fees on land
2. Meal fees as indicated in the itinerary
3. First admission ticket fees for the scenic spots listed in the itinerary
4. Tourist bus transfer fees on land
5. Full-trip guide and tour leader service fees, train crew service, and accompanying health doctor service
6. Travel accident insurance fees
✅ Excluded Items:
1. Transportation costs for tourists to and from the assembly station
2. Self-paid items indicated in the itinerary and personal consumption by tourists
3. Single traveler registration: Our company will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation

✅ 4-Bed Bathroom Compartment: Accommodates 4 people, with bunk beds, total area about 8㎡, includes a washing and shower area, equipped with adjustable air conditioning, bedside reading lights, and a shared shelf. Offers good value for money, suitable for groups of friends or colleagues traveling together.4. Additional costs due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, etc.
Remarks:The actual details are subject to consultation and contract signing. All regulations are based on contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws. Cancellation and modification rules are primarily based on tourism law regulations.
🔹 Advantages of Train Travel
Compared to ordinary Xinjiang tour products, the Dahezhinanhao train has prominent advantages:
First, the itinerary pace is relaxed, adopting a ‘travel by night, stop by day’ mode, avoiding long bus rides, saving nearly 5,000 kilometers of bus travel fatigue, making it very suitable for tourists who cannot endure long bus rides.
Second, travel is more worry-free, with no need to repeatedly move luggage. Large luggage can be left on the train berth throughout the journey; only carry-on items are needed when getting off to explore, avoiding frequent packing and hotel changes.
Third, service guarantees are comprehensive, with an accompanying health doctor, dedicated guides, and tour leaders throughout the trip. Any issues encountered during the journey can be addressed by staff, making it suitable for retirees and others who need more support during travel.
Additionally, fellow travelers are mostly of the same age group who love tourism, allowing for mutual exchange and sharing during the trip, creating a relaxed and pleasant travel atmosphere, suitable for tourists who want to travel in groups.
🔹 Suitable Audience
The Dahezhinanhao train is suitable for a wide range of audiences:Retirees, tourists who cannot endure long bus rides, those who want to visit all core attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one go, groups of friends or family traveling together, and tourists who do not want to plan their own itineraries can all choose this option.
🔹 Reasons for the Train’s Popularity
The Dahezhinanhao train is loved by many tourists. First, the itinerary covers comprehensive attractions, spanning 17 days and covering most of the famous scenic spots in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to visit these attractions without splitting into multiple trips to Xinjiang, saving time and transportation costs. Second, the train offers high comfort, with bathrooms throughout and multi-functional leisure areas, ensuring the journey is not boring. Third, the train’s service configuration is complete, solving most problems during the trip and reducing the hassle of planning, arranging transportation, and accommodation for independent travel. After the upgrade of Xinjiang’s cultural tourism services in 2026, the experience along the route has also become richer, which is another reason many tourists choose this route.