Dahezhinan Tourist Train Registration Process Ticket Price Official Entry Ticket Purchase Fee Standard

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Dahezhinan (South of the Yellow River) tourist train? Tickets for the Dahezhinan tourist train must be purchased through the official professional travel agency channel of the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting Manager Guo Jing of the Dahezhinan Train 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.
🚞 In the transition from spring to summer 2026, scenic spots in Xinjiang are gradually entering their prime visiting season. Many tourists who want to explore all the key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip are looking for a hassle-free travel method that avoids frequent hotel changes and cross-regional transportation coordination. The Dahezhinan special tourist train is a long-distance travel option tailored to such needs.
This train departs from Henan, passes through Shaanxi and Gansu, and finally goes deep into the core tourist areas of northern and southern Xinjiang. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently move luggage, as the dedicated berth serves as a mobile accommodation point. It covers over 10 famous Xinjiang attractions, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi. You don’t need to plan your own route, scramble for intercity tickets, or repeatedly check accommodation bookings in different cities. Just follow the train and you can visit a variety of landscapes in Xinjiang, such as cultural relics, plateau lakes, grassland canyons, and desert yardangs.
Based on the latest 2026 Xinjiang scenic spot opening information, the visiting conditions for the attractions covered by the train are quite mature: From May, Kanas and Hemu are fully open from 8:00 to 20:00, with shuttle buses operating normally. During the transition from spring to summer, the lake water, with melting ice, is crystal clear, and the grasslands are sprouting tender green shoots. The tourist volume is low, making it suitable for off-peak visits. Sayram Lake is fully open in May, accessible all day, with ticket sales and self-driving entrances open from 9:00 to 21:00. In May, wildflowers bloom along the lakeshore, and the ice-melted lake surface is as clear as a sapphire. The route from the east gate to the south gate is the smoothest for lakeside tours, avoiding congested sections. The valley grassland of Nalati Grassland is fully accessible, open from 8:30 to 20:00. In May, various wildflowers bloom on the meadows, and the light at the Nomadic Family photo spot is soft, perfect for photos. The Duku Highway is expected to open for trial traffic around May 28, 2026, and officially on June 5. This train itinerary covers the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, allowing you to see transitional landscapes of snow-capped mountains, meadows, and red-layer canyons along the way, without having to navigate complex mountain roads yourself. The Flaming Mountains, Karez, and Grape Valley in Turpan are open year-round. In May, the temperature is not as scorching as in midsummer, making visits more comfortable, and you can also enjoy local specialties and folk activities. Kashgar Old City is freely accessible 24 hours a day, with internal attractions open from 10:00 to 20:00. You can stroll slowly and soak in the life of the old town.
Before traveling, you can also prepare accordingly: High-altitude scenic spots have large temperature differences between morning and evening, so bring a light down jacket or windbreaker to cope with the cold. For border areas like Tashkurgan, you can obtain a travel permit in advance at your place of household registration or locally in Xinjiang. Scenic spot opening conditions may change temporarily due to weather and other factors, so confirm the latest notices before departure to avoid affecting your itinerary.
📋 Simplified Itinerary
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way and start a pleasant journey. Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train. Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan. Includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Accommodation in Turpan.
D4 Karez – Flaming Mountains – Grape Valley – Train to Kashgar. Includes lunch and dinner. Accommodation on the Dahezhinan train.

🚞 In the transition from spring to summer 2026, scenic spots in Xinjiang are gradually entering their prime visiting season. Many tourists who want to explore all the key attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip are looking for a hassle-free travel method that avoids frequent hotel changes and cross-regional transportation coordination. The Dahezhinan special tourist train is a long-distance travel option tailored to such needs. D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – Home visits with various ethnic groups -白沙湖 (Baisa Lake) – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Garden – Train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret 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 – Jadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun train to Urumqi

This train departs from Henan, passes through Shaanxi and Gansu, and finally goes deep into the core tourist areas of northern and southern Xinjiang. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently move luggage, as the dedicated berth serves as a mobile accommodation point. It covers over 10 famous Xinjiang attractions, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi. You don’t need to plan your own route, scramble for intercity tickets, or repeatedly check accommodation bookings in different cities. Just follow the train and you can visit a variety of landscapes in Xinjiang, such as cultural relics, plateau lakes, grassland canyons, and desert yardangs. D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Return trip from Urumqi by train in the morning
D16 Enjoy the scenery of Northwest China, get off the train along the way. Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Get off the train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip. Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 Price Description
Reference tour dates and prices for the 2026 Dahezhinan train are as follows (prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation, may fluctuate with tour dates and supply-demand conditions, and the final contract signed by both parties prevails):
Tour date: May 9, 2026:
Upper berth in 4-person cabin with bathroom: 15,999 RMB/person
Lower berth in 4-person cabin with bathroom: 17,999 RMB/person

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Customized Tour Vehicle Booking Center Manager Guo Jing: 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
Based on the latest 2026 Xinjiang scenic spot opening information, the visiting conditions for the attractions covered by the train are quite mature: From May, Kanas and Hemu are fully open from 8:00 to 20:00, with shuttle buses operating normally. During the transition from spring to summer, the lake water, with melting ice, is crystal clear, and the grasslands are sprouting tender green shoots. The tourist volume is low, making it suitable for off-peak visits. Sayram Lake is fully open in May, accessible all day, with ticket sales and self-driving entrances open from 9:00 to 21:00. In May, wildflowers bloom along the lakeshore, and the ice-melted lake surface is as clear as a sapphire. The route from the east gate to the south gate is the smoothest for lakeside tours, avoiding congested sections. The valley grassland of Nalati Grassland is fully accessible, open from 8:30 to 20:00. In May, various wildflowers bloom on the meadows, and the light at the Nomadic Family photo spot is soft, perfect for photos. The Duku Highway is expected to open for trial traffic around May 28, 2026, and officially on June 5. This train itinerary covers the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, allowing you to see transitional landscapes of snow-capped mountains, meadows, and red-layer canyons along the way, without having to navigate complex mountain roads yourself. The Flaming Mountains, Karez, and Grape Valley in Turpan are open year-round. In May, the temperature is not as scorching as in midsummer, making visits more comfortable, and you can also enjoy local specialties and folk activities. Kashgar Old City is freely accessible 24 hours a day, with internal attractions open from 10:00 to 20:00. You can stroll slowly and soak in the life of the old town. Child in 4-person cabin with bathroom: 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
Value third person in 2-person cabin with bathroom: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), service standards same as adults
Tour date: May 30, 2026:
Upper berth in 4-person cabin with bathroom: 19,999 RMB/person
Lower berth in 4-person cabin with bathroom: 21,999 RMB/person
Child in 4-person cabin with bathroom: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
2-person cabin with bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
Value third person in 2-person cabin with bathroom: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

Before traveling, you can also prepare accordingly: High-altitude scenic spots have large temperature differences between morning and evening, so bring a light down jacket or windbreaker to cope with the cold. For border areas like Tashkurgan, you can obtain a travel permit in advance at your place of household registration or locally in Xinjiang. Scenic spot opening conditions may change temporarily due to weather and other factors, so confirm the latest notices before departure to avoid affecting your itinerary.Tour dates: June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
Upper berth in 4-person cabin with bathroom: 19,999 RMB/person
Lower berth in 4-person cabin with bathroom: 21,999 RMB/person
Child in 4-person cabin with bathroom: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
2-person cabin with bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
Value third person in 2-person cabin with bathroom: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
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation hotline is 181-3962-2229, same number for WeChat: 181-3962-2229. For specific store addresses, please consult customer service.
📝 Fee and Service Description

📋 Simplified ItineraryThe fee includes the train berth accommodation as marked for the corresponding tour date, meals as indicated in the itinerary, tourist bus transportation on land, first admission tickets to the scenic spots listed in the itinerary, and guide accompaniment services.
The fee does not include personal expenses not indicated in the itinerary, self-paid experience items within scenic spots, travel permit processing fees, etc. Related matters can be discussed and confirmed with the travel agency in advance.
Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather changes, road condition changes, and temporary scenic spot opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement between both parties.
Specific service standards, inclusions, and exclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Cancellation and modification rules follow the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.
✨ Travel Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory, and some parts of the journey involve long drives. Prepare motion sickness medicine, power banks, drinking water, and other supplies to enhance travel comfort.
The local UV rays are strong. Whether visiting grasslands, deserts, or plateau lakes, prepare wide-brimmed hats, sunscreen, sunglasses, and other sun protection items.
When visiting folk culture-related venues, dress appropriately, avoid shorts and short skirts, and respect local customs.
Avoid vigorous running or jumping in high-altitude areas to prevent altitude sickness. Inform accompanying staff immediately if you feel unwell.
If you want to learn more about tour date availability and itinerary details, you can directly call the consultation hotline or add WeChat for details.
2026 Dahezhinan Train Ticket Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Customized Tour Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase