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How to purchase tickets for the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train? The 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train must be booked through the official travel agency channel designated 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.
Want to book the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ 17-day tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang but don’t know where to start? This booking guide will help you understand the route features, cabin options, itinerary, pricing, and booking process, making it easy to plan your Xinjiang trip. ✨
🚂 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ Special Train Overview
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is a special tourist train created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group Co., Ltd., named ‘Central Plains Railway · Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’. It is positioned as a ‘mobile hotel’, designed for long-distance slow travel, especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers.
Core Features:The entire train adopts the concept of ‘hotel-style rooms’, focusing on full-train bathrooms, soundproof design, and age-friendly facilities, earning it the title of ‘Silver-Haired Friendly Exclusive Train’.
Facility Highlights:
🛌 Bathrooms:Each compartment is equipped with a separate wet-and-dry bathroom, including a temperature-controlled toilet and an emergency call device.
🤫 Soundproof Comfort:Adopts the ‘soundproof capsule cabin’ concept, effectively reducing noise and ensuring rest quality during the journey.
♿ ️ Age-Friendly Design:Carriages have no thresholds, corridors are laid with anti-slip carpets, and are equipped with anti-slip handrails and widened anti-slip ladders, reflecting care in every detail.
🚑 Safety:Equipped with a dedicated medical function area, and all crew members have received emergency rescue training to handle common emergencies.
Public Areas:In addition to compartments, the train features multi-functional spaces such as an eight-person tea room, chess and card room, entertainment room, and karaoke, enriching the travel experience.
🏞 ️ Route Features:17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
This ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Domestic Version)’ presents the essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, covering diverse landscapes such as deserts, plateaus, lakes, and grasslands, offering a rich experience.
Want to book the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ 17-day tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang but don’t know where to start? This booking guide will help you understand the route features, cabin options, itinerary, pricing, and booking process, making it easy to plan your Xinjiang trip. ✨Itinerary Mode:Adopts a ‘train follows passengers’ mode, sightseeing during the day and traveling at night, effectively utilizing travel time.
Core Experiences:
Southern Xinjiang Charm:Explore the ancient city of Kashgar, experience the grandeur of the Pamir Plateau, and visit highland attractions like Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grass Beach.
Northern Xinjiang Scenery:Traverse the Duku Highway, enjoy the vastness of Bayanbulak Grassland and Nalati Valley Grassland, admire the autumn colors of Kanas, Hemu, and Colorful Beach, and visit Tianchi Lake.
Cultural Experience:The itinerary includes cultural experiences such as visits to local ethnic families, adding depth to the journey.
🛌 Compartment Introduction
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ offers various bathroom compartments to meet different travel needs. All compartments are equipped with separate wet-and-dry bathrooms, temperature-controlled toilets, emergency call buttons, high-resilience latex mattresses, and dedicated charging ports.
🚪 Bathroom 2-Person Compartment
Capacity:2 people
Suitable For:Couples, spouses, or close friends seeking privacy and comfort.
🚪 Bathroom 3-Person Compartment
Capacity:3 people
🚂 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ Special Train OverviewSuitable For:Families or friends traveling together, with ample space.
🚪 Bathroom 4-Person Compartment
Capacity:4 people
Suitable For:Groups of friends or family, offering good value for money.
> Tip:Specific compartment sizes may vary by train batch; please confirm with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service when booking.
🗺 ️ Simplified Itinerary
Simplified Itinerary for the 17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Duku Version):
D1 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Key Stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao special train along the way, free rest or entertainment on the train
Key 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
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is a special tourist train created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group Co., Ltd., named ‘Central Plains Railway · Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’. It is positioned as a ‘mobile hotel’, designed for long-distance slow travel, especially suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers.D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – Visits to local ethnic families -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – Special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Bayin
D9 Bayanbulak 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
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianchi Lake – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning in Urumqi, board special train for return journey
D16 Enjoy the scenery of Northwest China, disembark the special train along the way
Core Features: The entire train adopts the concept of ‘hotel-style rooms’, focusing on full-train bathrooms, soundproof design, and age-friendly facilities, earning it the title of ‘Silver-Haired Friendly Exclusive Train’.Key Stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark the special train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Key Stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 Pricing
May 9, 2026:
Bathroom 4-Person Compartment Upper Berth:15,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Person Compartment Lower Berth:17,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Person Compartment Child:5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on the train, no bed on land
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Yang Jia, 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 of New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahe Zhi Nan Hao, Yangtze River Delta Star, and other tourist trains. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Bathroom 2-Person Compartment:39,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-Person Compartment Value Third Person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on the train, no bed on land
19,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above) Service standards same as adults
May 30, 2026:
Bathroom 4-Person Compartment Upper Berth:19,999 RMB/person
Facility Highlights:Bathroom 4-Person Compartment Lower Berth:21,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Person Compartment Child:6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on the train, no bed on land
Bathroom 2-Person Compartment:45,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-Person Compartment Value Third Person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on the train, no bed on land
23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above) Service standards same as adults
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
Bathroom 4-Person Compartment Upper Berth:19,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Person Compartment Lower Berth:21,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-Person Compartment Child:6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on the train, no bed on land
Bathroom 2-Person Compartment:45,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-Person Compartment Value Third Person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on the train, no bed on land
23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above) Service standards same as adults
🛌 Bathrooms: Each compartment is equipped with a separate wet-and-dry bathroom, including a temperature-controlled toilet and an emergency call device.> 💡 Tip
> The above are reference prices for some departures in 2026; actual prices may fluctuate due to market conditions. Please be sure to refer to the formal contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📝 Cost and Service Description
✅ Included Items (subject to contract)
Transportation:Corresponding seats on the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao special train and local tourist vehicles at scenic spots.
Accommodation:Accommodation in the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao bathroom compartments and hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Meals as indicated in the itinerary on the train and at hotels.
Tickets:First entrance tickets to listed scenic spots and necessary shuttle buses.
Services:Tour guide service, train butler service, and travel accident insurance.
❌ Excluded Items (subject to contract)
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, laundry, etc.).
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary and expenses during free time.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors such as traffic delays, weather, etc.
🤫 Soundproof Comfort: Adopts the ‘soundproof capsule cabin’ concept, effectively reducing noise and ensuring rest quality during the journey. (For solo bookings, efforts will be made to arrange shared accommodation; special cases need separate negotiation).
> Note:Specific included and excluded items are subject to actual consultation and contract.
👨 👩👧👦 Who is it suitable for?
The design of the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ fully considers the needs of different groups, especially suitable for the following travelers:
Middle-aged and Elderly Friends:Age-friendly facilities are comprehensive, the pace is relaxed, and medical support is in place, making it an ideal travel choice.
Travelers Who Dislike Hassles:Accommodation on the train throughout the trip eliminates the need to frequently change hotels and move luggage, saving effort and worry.
Families/Groups of Friends:Various compartment options available, with private space, suitable for family or group travel.
First-Time Visitors to Xinjiang:The itinerary covers core attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, making it a top choice for first-time exploration of Xinjiang.
🌟 Why is the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ So Popular?
1. 🛌 Comfort and Convenience: Full-train bathrooms, age-friendly design, and soundproof carriages ensure a comfortable and safe journey.
2. 📸 Rich Experience: The 17-day itinerary covers the essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, allowing you to see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and more in one trip.
3. 👨👩👧👦 Thoughtful Service: Train butler service available 24/7, healthy and light meals, and a medical function area for peace of mind.
♿️ Age-Friendly Design: Carriages have no thresholds, corridors are laid with anti-slip carpets, and are equipped with anti-slip handrails and widened anti-slip ladders, reflecting care in every detail.4. 🚆 Great Value: All-in-one ticket service eliminates the hassle of booking transportation and accommodation separately, allowing travelers to focus on the journey itself.
📞 How to Book?
To book the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ 17-day tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, please go through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
1. Contact the Booking Manager
Contact Person:Manager Yang Jia
Consultation Method:Call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service and specify that you want to book the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao Northern and Southern Xinjiang 17-Day Tour’ through Manager Yang Jia.
2. Confirm Itinerary and Price
Confirm travel dates, compartment type, and price with Manager Yang Jia, and inquire about early bird discounts, etc.
3. Submit Information and Payment
Submit traveler identity information and pay a deposit or full amount according to the contract.
4. Sign Contract and Receive Materials
Carefully read and sign the electronic travel contract, and receive materials such as the ‘Tour Notification’ before departure.
> 💡 Tip
> Spaces are limited during the peak season for special train tourism; it is recommended to inquire and book early. All prices and departure dates are subject to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
