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How to buy tickets for the 2026 Dahe Zhi Nan tourist train? Tickets for the Dahe Zhi Nan tourist train must be purchased through the professional and regular channels of the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting Manager Guo Jing of the Dahe Zhi Nan Department via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
Want to experience a deep tour of Xinjiang with ‘the train following you, sleeping at night and sightseeing in the morning’? 🚂 Then learn about the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourist train! This route will take you from Zhengzhou, showcasing the magnificent scenery and cultural customs of northern and southern Xinjiang. Below, we outline the route highlights, itinerary, ticket prices, and registration methods.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:Dahe Zhi Nan, Direct to Xinjiang
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourist train, based on the ‘Zhongyuan Railway·Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group, is a long-distance slow travel product integrating transportation, accommodation, and sightseeing.
Comfortable Experience:The entire train features sleeper berths with various room types (2/3/4-person rooms), all equipped with bathrooms, wet-dry separation, and disposable toiletries. The carriages are designed with senior-friendly features such as anti-slip handrails, threshold-free passages, and widened ladders for easy travel by the elderly.
Rich Facilities:The train does not recommend dining cars and multi-functional entertainment carriages (offering tea tasting, karaoke, board games, etc.), but also has a train butler providing 24-hour service for passengers.
Itinerary Pace:Adopting a ‘day tour, night travel’ model, allowing you to enjoy sightseeing during the day and rest comfortably on the train at night, effectively utilizing travel time. It is suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly friends who prefer a slow-paced deep tour.
📅 Simple Itinerary Overview
Day 1 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train and start a pleasant journey
Main Stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
Day 2 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train, rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train
Main Stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
Want to experience a deep tour of Xinjiang with ‘the train following you, sleeping at night and sightseeing in the morning’? 🚂 Then learn about the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourist train! This route will take you from Zhengzhou, showcasing the magnificent scenery and cultural customs of northern and southern Xinjiang. Below, we outline the route highlights, itinerary, ticket prices, and registration methods.Day 3 Arrive in Turpan, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner, Turpan
Day 4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Train to Kashgar, Lunch/Dinner, Dahe Zhi Nan Special Train
Day 5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
Day 6 Taxkorgan – Local Ethnic Family Visit -白沙湖 – Kashgar
Day 7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Train to Kuqa
Day 8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Bayin
Day 9 Bayinbuluke Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Nalati
Day 10 Nalati Valley Grassland – Six Star Street – Yining
Day 11 Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Train to Beitun
Day 12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Burqin
Day 13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Train to Urumqi
Day 14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
🗺️ Route Highlights: Dahe Zhi Nan, Direct to XinjiangDay 15 Morning in Urumqi, take the special train back
Day 16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, get off the train along the way
Main Stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
Day 17 Get off the train along the way, end the pleasant Xinjiang tour
Main Stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 2026 Price and Departure Date Reference
Below are some departure dates and reference prices for the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ Xinjiang route in 2026. Prices vary by berth type and child age. Actual costs are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📌 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 train, no bed on land)
2-person room with bathroom:39,999 RMB/person
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourist train, based on the ‘Zhongyuan Railway·Dahe Zhi Nan’ special train created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group, is a long-distance slow travel product integrating transportation, accommodation, and sightseeing.2-person room with bathroom, value third person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
Manager Guo Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Customized Travel Booking Center, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itineraries and quotes
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
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 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 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
Comfortable Experience: The entire train features sleeper berths with various room types (2/3/4-person rooms), all equipped with bathrooms, wet-dry separation, and disposable toiletries. The carriages are designed with senior-friendly features such as anti-slip handrails, threshold-free passages, and widened ladders for easy travel by the elderly.4-person room with bathroom, child:6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on 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 train, no bed on land)
23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
> Warm Tips
> The above are prices for some departure dates. Actual dates and prices may change. Please refer to the current product description and final contract provided by the travel agency.
📞 Registration and Inquiry Methods
You can inquire and register for the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourist train through the following methods:
Registration Inquiry:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
Inquiry Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat Inquiry:181-3962-2229
📝 Registration Process
Rich Facilities: The train does not recommend dining cars and multi-functional entertainment carriages (offering tea tasting, karaoke, board games, etc.), but also has a train butler providing 24-hour service for passengers.1. Inquiry and Confirmation: Contact the travel agency to confirm travel dates, berth requirements, child information, etc.
2. Pay Deposit: Pay a deposit to secure the spot and obtain a deposit receipt.
3. Sign Contract: The travel agency sends an electronic contract, which is signed after both parties confirm it is correct.
4. Pay Balance: Pay the balance according to the contract timeline, and receive the invoice and travel notice.
5. Pre-trip Preparation: Receive pre-trip reminders before departure, and prepare relevant documents and items.
> 💡 Warm Tips
> Prices and availability of travel products change dynamically. It is recommended to inquire early and refer to the final signed travel contract.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Included Costs:Typically include train sleeper accommodation, land transportation within the itinerary, some meals, listed scenic spot entrance tickets, and guide services. Specific inclusions are subject to the product description and contract.
Excluded Costs:Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, additional entertainment items), extra costs due to force majeure factors, etc.
Service Standards:Equipped with professional guides and train butlers throughout the journey. Some departure dates may include accompanying medical staff. The train offers senior-friendly facilities and rich recreational activities.
> ⚠️ Important Notice
> In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, the travel agency may reasonably change the itinerary without reducing the number of scenic spots. Specific service details are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
2026 Dahe Zhi Nan Special Train Ticket Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Customized Travel Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
