Xinjiang Train Charter How to Book Dahezhinan Booking Process
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Dahezhinan Special Tourist Train? Tickets for the Dahezhinan Special Tourist Train must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 09918585456), or by contacting Manager Guo Jing of the Dahezhinan Special Train Department via WeChat: 18139622229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through other channels like 12306. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚞 Want to visit all the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, without having to pack luggage, change hotels, or rush for long-distance buses every day? The Dahezhinan Special Tourist Train might be the right choice for you. This special train connects over ten popular Xinjiang destinations, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Duku Highway, Nalati, Sayram Lake, and Kanas. The 17-day itinerary has a relaxed pace, so you don’t have to worry about transportation transfers, and you can slowly enjoy the northwestern scenery along the way.
🍇 Detailed Itinerary Introduction
This trip covers multiple characteristic areas of eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang, with different scenery and experiences at each stop:
Eastern Xinjiang – Turpan Section: Turpan is the first land stop on this trip. You can visit the Karez Well, known as the ‘underground canal,’ to appreciate the water management wisdom of ancient laborers; step into the Flaming Mountain, the same one from ‘Journey to the West,’ to experience the hot summer atmosphere; and enter the Grape Valley to enjoy the coolness under the grape trellises. According to the preferential policies released by the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Bureau in 2026, the Grape Valley scenic area is free of charge all year round. Visitors meeting specific household registration or surname conditions can also enjoy ticket discounts at scenic spots like the Karez Well and Flaming Mountain. For specific discounts, please consult customer service before your trip.
Southern Xinjiang – Pamir and Kashgar Section:After leaving Turpan, the special train heads to Kashgar, and then you will set foot on the Pamir Plateau. Along the way, you can see the azure Karakul Lake, with the snow-capped Muztagh Ata Peak reflected on the lake surface, as well as the ancient ruins of the Stone City and the lush Golden Grassland. Note that Tashkurgan County is at an altitude of about 3,100 meters. It is recommended to prepare for altitude sickness prevention before the trip. Slowing down your daily activities should suffice, and most tourists can adapt. The sunset views at the Stone City and Golden Grassland are very distinctive. Before the trip, you can check the local sunset time and enter the scenic area 1 to 2 hours early to wait for the light changes. The temperature in the scenic area varies greatly, so even in summer, you should bring a windbreaker or light down jacket. Afterwards, you can stroll through the old city of Kashgar to experience the local atmosphere, visit the Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb, and gain a deeper understanding of the local history and culture.
Duku Highway and Ili Section: This trip also includes experiences on the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway. According to the announcement by the Xinjiang Transportation Department in 2026, the Duku Highway will be fully open from around June 5 to 10 this year, closing in early October. The daily operating hours are from 8:00 to 21:00, with no traffic at night. You can enjoy the red rock scenery of the Tianshan Grand Canyon along the Duku Highway, see the wetland landscape at Bayanbulak Grassland, then head to the Nalati Valley Grassland to see the intertwined scenery of rolling meadows and forests. You can also stroll through Liuxing Street in Yining, then go to the Horgos Port, and finally to Sayram Lake to see the clear lake surface contrasting with the distant snow-capped mountains.
Altay – Kanas Section: After the special train arrives at Beitun, you will go to Kanas to see the natural scenery of the Colorful Lake, then to Hemu Village to experience the tranquil village atmosphere. You can also visit the Wucaitan (Colorful Beach) to see the Yadan landform, with the Irtysh River flowing by. Finally, returning to Urumqi, you can visit the Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain to see the alpine lake landscape and stroll around the Grand Bazaar to pick up special souvenirs.
📋 Simplified Itinerary
D1 Board the Dahezhinan Special Tourist Train along the way and start a pleasant journey. Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
🚞 Want to visit all the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, without having to pack luggage, change hotels, or rush for long-distance buses every day? The Dahezhinan Special Tourist Train might be the right choice for you. This special train connects over ten popular Xinjiang destinations, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Duku Highway, Nalati, Sayram Lake, and Kanas. The 17-day itinerary has a relaxed pace, so you don’t have to worry about transportation transfers, and you can slowly enjoy the northwestern scenery along the way.D2 Board the Dahezhinan Special Tourist 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. Dahezhinan Special Train.
D5 Kashgar, Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Stone City, Golden Grassland, Tashkurgan.
D6 Tashkurgan, local ethnic group home visits,白沙湖 (Bai Sha Hu – White Sand Lake), Kashgar.
D7 Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb. Special train to Kuqa.
D8 Kuqa, Duku Highway (south section), Tianshan Grand Canyon, Bayanbulak.
D9 Bayanbulak Grassland, Duku Highway (middle section), Nalati.
D10 Nalati Valley Grassland, Liuxing Street, Yining.
🍇 Detailed Itinerary Introduction D11 Yining, Horgos Port, Sayram Lake, Yining. Special train to Beitun.
D12 Beitun, Kanas, Jadengyu/Burqin.
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin, Hemu Village, Wucaitan (Colorful Beach), Beitun. Special train to Urumqi.
D14 Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Grand Bazaar.
D15 Morning: Take the special train from Urumqi for the return trip.
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery. Disembark the special train along the way. Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark the special train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip. Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 Price Description
The following prices are for reference only. The specific prices are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Prices and availability may fluctuate with departure dates:
This trip covers multiple characteristic areas of eastern, southern, and northern Xinjiang, with different scenery and experiences at each stop:May 9, 2026:
Manager Guo Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Customized Travel Vehicle Booking Center: 18139622229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and quotation.
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth: 15,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth: 17,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, child (under 6 years old): 5,999 RMB/person (no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person compartment with bathroom: 39,999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value-added 3rd person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land); 19,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, same service standard as adults)
May 30, 2026:
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
Eastern Xinjiang – Turpan Section: Turpan is the first land stop on this trip. You can visit the Karez Well, known as the ‘underground canal,’ to appreciate the water management wisdom of ancient laborers; step into the Flaming Mountain, the same one from ‘Journey to the West,’ to experience the hot summer atmosphere; and enter the Grape Valley to enjoy the coolness under the grape trellises. According to the preferential policies released by the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Bureau in 2026, the Grape Valley scenic area is free of charge all year round. Visitors meeting specific household registration or surname conditions can also enjoy ticket discounts at scenic spots like the Karez Well and Flaming Mountain. For specific discounts, please consult customer service before your trip. 4-person compartment with bathroom, child (under 6 years old): 6,999 RMB/person (no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person compartment with bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value-added 3rd person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land); 23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, same service standard as adults)
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, child (under 6 years old): 6,999 RMB/person (no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person compartment with bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value-added 3rd person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land); 23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, same service standard as adults)
Southern Xinjiang – Pamir and Kashgar Section: After leaving Turpan, the special train heads to Kashgar, and then you will set foot on the Pamir Plateau. Along the way, you can see the azure Karakul Lake, with the snow-capped Muztagh Ata Peak reflected on the lake surface, as well as the ancient ruins of the Stone City and the lush Golden Grassland. Note that Tashkurgan County is at an altitude of about 3,100 meters. It is recommended to prepare for altitude sickness prevention before the trip. Slowing down your daily activities should suffice, and most tourists can adapt. The sunset views at the Stone City and Golden Grassland are very distinctive. Before the trip, you can check the local sunset time and enter the scenic area 1 to 2 hours early to wait for the light changes. The temperature in the scenic area varies greatly, so even in summer, you should bring a windbreaker or light down jacket. Afterwards, you can stroll through the old city of Kashgar to experience the local atmosphere, visit the Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb, and gain a deeper understanding of the local history and culture.📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline:18139622229, same number for WeChat: 18139622229. For specific offline branch addresses, please consult customer service.
📝 Fee and Service Description
The items included in the fee may vary depending on the type of berth you choose. For specific inclusions, please consult customer service. The details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Items such as the first admission tickets to scenic spots involved in the itinerary, shuttle bus fees, meals indicated in the itinerary, land accommodation, and the use of corresponding berths on the special train can all be confirmed with customer service in advance.
Before traveling, please bring valid identification documents. If you have discount vouchers, bring them as well. Eligible discounts can be applied according to the scenic area’s policies.
In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or changes in scenic area policies, both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary to ensure a good travel experience.
The cancellation and modification rules in the itinerary are based on the relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China,’ ensuring fair protection of the rights of both parties.
Before traveling, it is recommended to prepare sunscreen, comfortable sports shoes, clothing suitable for different temperatures, and common medications for the plateau sections to deal with possible physical discomfort.
The special train is equipped with basic living facilities. You can rest freely on the train or participate in leisure and entertainment activities organized by fellow travelers, so the journey won’t be too monotonous.
Currently, there are still berths available for multiple departure dates in 2026. If you have travel plans, you can consult customer service in advance to confirm berth availability, plan your travel time, and prepare relevant documents. You can also inquire about the real-time opening policies and promotional activities of various scenic spots from customer service before traveling to better arrange your itinerary.
2026 Dahezhinan Special Train Ticket Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 09918585456). Xinjiang Customized Travel Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 18139622229 for ticket purchase.
