South of the Great River Special Train Ticket Price Details Online Booking Process

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Guo Jing has over 10 years of experience. Contact Manager Guo Jing at 181 3962 2229, same number for calls and WeChat, to receive itineraries and quotes.
🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities in one trip, but worried about the fatigue of self-driving and frequent hotel changes? The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train offers a worry-free ‘train follows the traveler’ solution. This article focuses on 2026 ticket prices and purchasing strategies to help you plan your trip.
🗺 ️ Route Overview:What is the Dahe Zhi Nan Special Train?
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train is a themed tourist train called ‘Central Railway · Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group. It is not an ordinary train but a moving hotel, with all cars featuring soft sleeper compartments and private bathrooms.
Trip Pace:Adopting a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model, you play during the day and rest on the train at night, making efficient use of travel time.
Core Experience:The train itself incorporates Central Plains cultural elements like peonies and the Along the River During the Qingming Festival scroll, and organizes activities such as Henan opera performances and intangible cultural heritage experiences, adding cultural atmosphere to the journey.
Facilities and Services:The carriages are designed with elderly-friendliness and safety in mind, featuring barrier-free passages, anti-slip handrails, and emergency call buttons. The train also has a medical area and provides 24-hour butler service, suitable for travelers of all ages.
📅 Simplified Itinerary Overview
This route is a 16-17 day in-depth tour of Xinjiang. The specific arrangements are subject to the ‘Simplified Itinerary’:
D1 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the way, free rest or entertainment on the 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

🚂 Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities in one trip, but worried about the fatigue of self-driving and frequent hotel changes? The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train offers a worry-free ‘train follows the traveler’ solution. This article focuses on 2026 ticket prices and purchasing strategies to help you plan your trip. D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – Ethnic Home Visits -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Special 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 – Special train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jia Deng Yu / Burqin
D13 Jia Deng Yu / Burqin – Hemu -五彩滩 – Beitun Special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Depart from Urumqi on the special train for return journey
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, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip

🗺️ Route Overview: What is the Dahe Zhi Nan Special Train?Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 2026 Price and Departure Details
The following are confirmed departure dates and corresponding berth prices for 2026. Actual prices may fluctuate due to market conditions; please refer to the final contract.
Departing May 9, 2026
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth:15999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth:17999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, child:5999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person compartment with bathroom:39999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value third person:13999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
19999 RMB/person (6 years and above, service standards same as adult)
Departing May 30, 2026
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth:19999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth:21999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, child:6999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)

Contact Manager Guo Jing at 181 3962 2229, same number for calls and WeChat, to receive itineraries and quotes.
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train is a themed tourist train called ‘Central Railway · Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group. It is not an ordinary train but a moving hotel, with all cars featuring soft sleeper compartments and private bathrooms.2-person compartment with bathroom:45999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value third person:15999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
23999 RMB/person (6 years and above, service standards same as adult)
Departing June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth:19999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth:21999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, child:6999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person compartment with bathroom:45999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value third person:15999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
23999 RMB/person (6 years and above, service standards same as adult)
> Warm Tips:The above are confirmed departure dates and prices for 2026. Prices vary by departure date, and policies for children and third persons differ. Please verify carefully when booking. Final prices and availability are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
🤔 How to Understand Prices and Choose Berths?
1. Lock in the departure date
First, determine your vacation time, choosing from May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, or September 11.

Trip Pace: Adopting a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ model, you play during the day and rest on the train at night, making efficient use of travel time.2. Choose berth type
4-person compartment with bathroom:Best value for money, combining privacy and comfort. Lower berth is about 2000 RMB more expensive than upper berth.
2-person compartment with bathroom:Excellent privacy, suitable for families or friends with ample budget. Price is much higher than the 4-person compartment.
Child price:Applicable to children under 6 who do not occupy a berth, with significant price advantage.
Third person price:Applicable to children under 6 in a 2-person compartment who do not occupy a berth, or those 6 and above with service same as adult, a budget-saving option.
3. Budget range reference
Overall, the per-person budget for a 4-person compartment is about 16,000 to 22,000 RMB; for a 2-person compartment, it ranges from 40,000 to 46,000 RMB. Specific prices depend on your chosen date and berth.
📝 Booking Process and Channels
You can register for the tour through the following two methods:
1. Railway 12306 Channel
Open the ‘Railway 12306’ app, find the ‘Tickets · Tours’ or ‘Tourist Train’ entry on the homepage.
Search for ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ or ‘Central Railway · Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’, select the route and date.
Follow the prompts to choose a berth, fill in information, and pay online.
This method is suitable for travelers familiar with mobile operations who prefer to book independently.

Core Experience: The train itself incorporates Central Plains cultural elements like peonies and the Along the River During the Qingming Festival scroll, and organizes activities such as Henan opera performances and intangible cultural heritage experiences, adding cultural atmosphere to the journey.2. Register through a travel agency
You can also contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for consultation and registration.
Consultation/Registration Phone:181-3962-2229 (same number for WeChat)
General Process:Phone or WeChat consultation → Confirm departure date and berth → Pay deposit → Sign travel contract → Pay balance → Receive tour confirmation notice.
This method is suitable for travelers who want one-on-one service and detailed answers.
💡 Fee and Service Description
Fees Include:Typically cover special train sleeper accommodation, on-route transportation, some meals, first admission tickets to attractions, and guide services.
Fees Exclude:Personal expenses, insurance, self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary, etc.
Service Standards:The train provides basic facilities like 24-hour hot water and bathrooms. In case of force majeure factors like weather or road conditions, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted, subject to the contract terms.
✅ Pre-Trip Preparation Checklist
1. Plan early: Popular departure dates (e.g., summer, around National Day) have limited spots; it is recommended to inquire 1-2 months in advance.
2. Prepare documents: Bring valid ID; children need to bring valid documents like household registration books.
3. Health assessment: Travelers with underlying conditions should consult a doctor and bring regular medications before the trip.
4. Pack light: Limited space on the special train; it is recommended to bring only a suitcase and a backpack.
5. Stay in communication: Pay attention to phone and WeChat before departure to ensure timely receipt of important information like the tour notice.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at 181 3962 2229, same number for calls and WeChat, to receive itineraries and quotes.