Xinjiang Dahezhinan｜17 Day South North Xinjiang Panoramic Train Tour Registration Portal + Booking Process

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Dahe Zhi Nan tourism train? The Dahe Zhi Nan tourism train can only be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: 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.
🚂 Slow Travel Through Xinjiang by Train | 2026 Updated Guide to the 17-Day Panoramic ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ Train Experience
Tired of the hassle of constantly moving luggage, changing hotels, and scrambling for tickets and bookings in traditional travel? Want to explore the vast and magnificent Xinjiang at a more relaxed pace? Why not try this unique tourism train with private bathrooms and a full ‘mobile hotel’ model—the Dahe Zhi Nan. It’s not just a train; it’s a flowing living space, making the journey itself a scenic experience.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourism train runs through Central China and the Northwest, starting from the heart of Yellow River culture and heading all the way to the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. The route covers Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, the Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and other most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang, balancing the historical depth of Southern Xinjiang with the ecological grandeur of Northern Xinjiang.
The train adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model: immerse yourself in scenic spots during the day, and sleep comfortably in your cabin while moving at night, eliminating the hassle of intercity transfers and repeated check-ins and check-outs. The entire train is equipped with bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, a multi-functional entertainment car, and a professional service team, making it especially suitable for family trips, group outings, or travelers who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth journey.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on Local Final Draft)
D1 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the route and start a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the route, rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou

🚂 Slow Travel Through Xinjiang by Train | 2026 Updated Guide to the 17-Day Panoramic ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ Train ExperienceD3 Arrive in Turpan, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner, Turpan
D4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Train to Kashgar, Lunch/Dinner, Dahe Zhi Nan Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – Ethnic Home Visits -白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – 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 – Train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Train to Urumqi

Tired of the hassle of constantly moving luggage, changing hotels, and scrambling for tickets and bookings in traditional travel? Want to explore the vast and magnificent Xinjiang at a more relaxed pace? Why not try this unique tourism train with private bathrooms and a full ‘mobile hotel’ model—the Dahe Zhi Nan. It’s not just a train; it’s a flowing living space, making the journey itself a scenic experience. D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning in Urumqi, board the return train
D16 Enjoy the Northwest scenery, disembark along the route
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the route, end the pleasant Xinjiang journey
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Description (Based on Local Final Draft)
Departure on May 9, 2026:
4-person cabin with bathroom, upper berth:15,999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, lower berth:17,999 RMB/person

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Custom Tour Vehicle Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights4-person cabin with bathroom, child:5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person cabin with bathroom:39,999 RMB/person
2-person cabin with bathroom, value third person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land); 19,999 RMB/person (6 years and above, same service standard as adults)
Departure on May 30, 2026:
4-person cabin with bathroom, upper berth:19,999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, lower berth:21,999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, child:6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old)
2-person cabin with bathroom:45,999 RMB/person
2-person cabin with bathroom, value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old); 23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above)
Departures on June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:

The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourism train runs through Central China and the Northwest, starting from the heart of Yellow River culture and heading all the way to the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. The route covers Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, the Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and other most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang, balancing the historical depth of Southern Xinjiang with the ecological grandeur of Northern Xinjiang.Prices are the same as the May 30 departure.
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs, availability, and service details are subject to actual consultation and signed contract, and may vary by departure.
📞 Registration Method
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ tourism train can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. This train is a railway-customized tourism product and is not available for ticket purchase through public platforms like 12306. Seats are arranged by cooperative cultural and tourism institutions.
To inquire about departure availability, berth options, itinerary details, or to register, contact:
📞 Phone:181-3962-2229
💬 WeChat:181-3962-2229 (please note ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Inquiry’ when adding)
🧳 Cost and Service Description
Costs typically include:
✅ Full-trip train sleeper accommodation (with bathroom)
✅ Hotel accommodation on land as per itinerary

The train adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model: immerse yourself in scenic spots during the day, and sleep comfortably in your cabin while moving at night, eliminating the hassle of intercity transfers and repeated check-ins and check-outs. The entire train is equipped with bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, a multi-functional entertainment car, and a professional service team, making it especially suitable for family trips, group outings, or travelers who prefer a slow-paced, in-depth journey.✅ First admission tickets to scenic spots and connecting transportation
✅ Three meals daily in the dedicated dining car (provided by a professional chef team)
✅ Onboard guide and basic medical service support
Not included:Personal expenses, some optional activities, meals not in the itinerary, and services not mentioned.
> Specific service content, meal standards, accommodation arrangements, etc., are subject to the final signed tourism contract. Transportation, accommodation, and scenic area openings in the itinerary may change due to force majeure or policy adjustments. The travel agency will negotiate reasonable optimizations with tourists while protecting their rights.
📌 Warm Tips
The train cabin area is approximately 7.2 square meters, equipped with air conditioning, storage cabinets, reading lights, and charging ports. Bed size is 0.7m x 1.95m.
Upper berths are slightly cheaper and offer better privacy; lower berths are easier to access, suitable for seniors or those with limited mobility.
It is recommended to confirm in advance whether your departure city is on the route (e.g., Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou) for convenient boarding.
Please bring valid identification documents before travel and cooperate with railway and scenic area verification procedures.
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan’ is not just a geographical crossing but a deep, slow-paced journey with seamless service. If you yearn for Xinjiang’s vastness and diversity and want a trip with less hassle and more ease, this 17-day train journey might be the answer you’ve been waiting for.
For more details on 2026 departure availability or berth options, feel free to contact:181-3962-2229 (Phone/WeChat), Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service will provide you with comprehensive consultation.
2026 Dahe Zhi Nan Train Ticket Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Custom Tour Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase