South of the Great River Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Departing from Zhengzhou 2026 Schedule Overview
How to book tickets for the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourist train departing from Zhengzhou? The 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourist train must be booked through the railway-recognized official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service 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 Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Where to book tickets for the 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train? A clear explanation of the booking path and itinerary highlights.
Want to take the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourist train to explore Xinjiang but don’t know where to start booking? This guide will comprehensively cover everything from the booking entry point, train features, itinerary arrangement, price structure, to suitable audiences. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends or family tourists who are new to tourist trains and value comfort and pace.
🚆 What is the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’? Where does it start? What’s special about the route?
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ is a special tourist train supported by China Railway Zhengzhou Group. In 2026, it will continue to operate the 17-day deep tour loop of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. The train departs from Zhengzhou, Henan Province, passing through Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other places to enter Xinjiang. The entire journey adopts a ‘train follows people, travel by night, tour by day’ model—rest on the train at night, focus on sightseeing during the day, avoiding the hassle of frequently moving luggage and changing hotels.
This route connects classic Xinjiang attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain, covering the human culture of Southern Xinjiang and the natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang. It is a long-term product with a relaxed pace and rich experience.
Compared with other ordinary tour groups, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ has obvious advantages:
Integrated transportation and accommodation:Stay on the train throughout the journey, no need to change hotels daily;
Well-designed for aging:Anti-slip floors, handrails, emergency call buttons, and complete medical functional areas;
Light and healthy meals:The dining car is equipped with professional chefs, focusing on low oil and salt, suitable for the tastes of the elderly;
Compatible travel companions:Mostly middle-aged, elderly, and family groups, with a harmonious atmosphere and a relaxed pace;
🚂 Where to book tickets for the 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train? A clear explanation of the booking path and itinerary highlights.Humanized service:Equipped with accompanying staff, some trips also arrange accompanying doctors to ensure a worry-free journey.
🛏 ️ Detailed explanation of cabin types:Private, comfortable, with bathroom
The entire ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ train uses hotel-style soft sleeper cabins, all rooms are equipped with separate dry and wet bathrooms, and feature thermostatic toilets, emergency call devices, high-resilience latex mattresses, personal charging ports, and reading lights.
Currently, three room types are available:
2-person room:One room with one bathroom, suitable for couples or two friends traveling together, with strong privacy;
3-person room:One room with one bathroom, spacious, suitable for families or groups of three;
4-person room:One room with one bathroom, economical, suitable for groups of friends or relatives.
> Note:For specific cabin area and bed dimensions, it is recommended to confirm the latest configuration details with the travel agency customer service when booking.
📅 Simple itinerary (presented strictly according to local factual text)
Brief itinerary for the 17-day full tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang (Duku version):
Want to take the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourist train to explore Xinjiang but don’t know where to start booking? This guide will comprehensively cover everything from the booking entry point, train features, itinerary arrangement, price structure, to suitable audiences. It is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends or family tourists who are new to tourist trains and value comfort and pace.D1 Board the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train along the way, start a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train along the way, rest or entertain freely on the special 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’ special train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
D6 Taxkorgan – Visit local ethnic families -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
🚆 What is the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’? Where does it start? What’s special about the route? 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 – Jadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain – Grand Bazaar
D15 Take the special train back from Urumqi in the morning
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, get off the special train along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Get off the special train along the way, end the pleasant Xinjiang trip
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ is a special tourist train supported by China Railway Zhengzhou Group. In 2026, it will continue to operate the 17-day deep tour loop of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. The train departs from Zhengzhou, Henan Province, passing through Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other places to enter Xinjiang. The entire journey adopts a ‘train follows people, travel by night, tour by day’ model—rest on the train at night, focus on sightseeing during the day, avoiding the hassle of frequently moving luggage and changing hotels.Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates (presented strictly according to local factual text)
May 9, 2026:
4-person room with bathroom, upper berth: 15,999 RMB/person
4-person room with bathroom, lower berth: 17,999 RMB/person
4-person room with bathroom, child: 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on special 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 Xinjiang tourism: Mainly responsible for booking of tourist trains such as New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy and add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
2-person room with bathroom: 39,999 RMB/person
2-person room with bathroom, value third person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on special train, no bed on land; 19,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above), service standards same as adults
May 30, 2026:
4-person room with bathroom, upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person
This route connects classic Xinjiang attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain, covering the human culture of Southern Xinjiang and the natural scenery of Northern Xinjiang. It is a long-term product with a relaxed pace and rich experience. 4-person room with bathroom, lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
4-person room with bathroom, child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on special train, no bed on land
2-person room with bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
2-person room with bathroom, value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on special 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:
4-person room with bathroom, upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person
4-person room with bathroom, lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
4-person room with bathroom, child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on special train, no bed on land
2-person room with bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
2-person room with bathroom, value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on special train, no bed on land; 23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above), service standards same as adults
Compared with other ordinary tour groups, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ has obvious advantages:> Warm reminder:The above are reference prices currently announced. Actual costs may fluctuate due to market conditions and other factors. Please refer to the final signed contract.
📝 How to book? Detailed process here
Booking the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ must be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The specific process is as follows:
1. Consult itinerary: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service to learn about schedules, availability, and cabin details;
2. Confirm information: Select departure date (e.g., May 9, June 17, etc.), boarding point (Zhengzhou is main, with provincial connections supported), and room type;
3. Pay deposit: Pay a partial deposit as required to lock in the seat;
4. Sign contract: Receive electronic or paper contract, check itinerary, price, and service content, then sign;
5. Pay balance: Pay the remaining amount according to the contract schedule, receive the departure notice and travel guide.
Booking contact:Manager Yang Jia
Contact Manager Yang Jia through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service channels for details.
Integrated transportation and accommodation: Stay on the train throughout the journey, no need to change hotels daily;📌 Inclusions and exclusions
✅ Inclusions typically include:
Full journey accommodation on the special train (corresponding cabin)
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Local guide service
Some main meals (based on actual itinerary)
Special train transportation and transfers
❌ Exclusions typically include:
Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, souvenirs)
Optional self-paid activities
Well-designed for aging: Anti-slip floors, handrails, emergency call buttons, and complete medical functional areas; Single occupancy surcharge (the company will try to arrange room sharing, special cases need separate negotiation)
> Note:Specific inclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract.
👥 Who is suitable for this route?
Retirees:Slow pace, stable accommodation, medical support;
Tourists who are not adapted to long-distance bus rides:Full train journey + short transfers, reducing road fatigue;
Families or groups of friends who want to deeply experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes:One trip covers the essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang;
Travelers who value comfort and service details:Bathrooms, quiet cabins, healthy meals all available.
📞 How to contact?
For more information or to book a seat, please consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service.
Phone and WeChat can be obtained through the travel agency customer service channel. For address-related questions, please also consult customer service directly.
This 17-day Xinjiang trip is not just a geographical crossing but also a slow journey for physical and mental relaxation. The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ has been popular for years due to its mature operation, thoughtful design, and stable customer base. If you are planning a worry-free, comfortable, and in-depth Xinjiang trip, consider this moving ‘rail hotel’.
