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【Dahezhinan Train】How to buy tickets and make reservations for the 2026 Dahezhinan Train?
The 2026 Dahezhinan Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 I. Detailed Introduction to the Dahezhinan Train
✨ What is the ‘Dahezhinan Train’?
The full name of the ‘Dahezhinan Train’ is ‘Zhongyuan Railway · Dahezhinan Train’. It is a special tourist train jointly created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group Co., Ltd. and Henan Zhongyuan Railway Tourism Group. It is not an ordinary passenger train, but a long-distance leisure slow-travel train that brings ‘hotel-style rooms’ onto the rails, focusing on a comfortable travel experience.
📍 Where is ‘Dahezhinan’?
‘Dahezhinan’ usually refers to the Central Plains region centered on Henan. The train departs from Zhengzhou, connecting historical and cultural cities like Luoyang and Sanmenxia, and extends to Xinjiang, Yunnan, Guizhou, and other places, allowing passengers to experience the charm of the Yellow River and Central Plains civilization during the journey.
🛌 The ‘Train Follows People’ Slow Travel Mode
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ mode, eliminating the hassle of frequently changing hotels and packing luggage. You just settle into your compartment, enjoy the scenery at night, and easily arrive at your destination for sightseeing during the day.
🎯 Target Audience and Travel Experience
The train is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends who prefer slow-paced, in-depth travel, family trips, and travelers who love cultural scenery. It is equipped with age-friendly facilities, a professional service team, and a relaxed itinerary for a worry-free experience.
🏨 A Moving ‘Central Plains Cultural Station’
The train’s exterior is inspired by the Yellow River’s ‘nine bends and eighteen turns’, while the interior incorporates Central Plains cultural elements like Henan opera and painted pottery patterns. It also features multi-functional carriages offering audio-visual, meeting, dining, chess, and karaoke services, making the journey rich and colorful.
🛋 ️ II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Unique Features
🛌 Soft Sleeper Compartments with Bathrooms
The entire train consists of soft sleeper compartments, offering 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms, all equipped with bathrooms featuring separate wet and dry areas and 24-hour hot water. The carriages use soundproof design and have large panoramic windows, allowing you to enjoy the scenery in comfort.

🚂 I. Detailed Introduction to the Dahezhinan Train🛋 ️ Multi-functional Public Areas
The train has a multi-functional entertainment carriage that integrates audio-visual, meeting, dining, chess, and karaoke, serving as a social and leisure center during the journey. Additionally, there is a dedicated dining car and chef team to ensure meal quality.
♿ Age-Friendly Design
Considering the needs of middle-aged and elderly passengers, the carriages are equipped with non-slip carpets, barrier-free passages, and fluorescent handrails, along with one-button call buttons and first-aid supplies, adding peace of mind to your journey.
✨ III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights
🛌 Sleep Straight to the Destination
The ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ mode ensures you are energetic for sightseeing every day, without worrying about travel fatigue and frequent packing.
🛎 ️ Full-time Butler Service
The train is staffed with professional guides, train butlers, and medical personnel, providing 24-hour service to respond to your needs at any time, making your journey worry-free and comfortable.
🍜 Savor Local Cuisine Along the Way
The dining car offers buffets and local specialties, such as Henan Daokou roasted chicken and Shanzhou ten-bowl feast, satisfying your taste buds.
📸 Immersive Cultural Experience
During the journey, you can enjoy Henan opera performances and participate in intangible cultural heritage activities like dough figurine making, experiencing the charm of Central Plains culture in a relaxed atmosphere.
🗺 ️ IV. Simple Itinerary for the Dahezhinan Train

✨ What is the ‘Dahezhinan Train’?Brief itinerary for the 17-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panorama Tour (Duku Highway version):
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahezhinan 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 – Train to Kashgar, Lunch/Dinner, Dahezhinan Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
D6 Taxkorgan – Home visits with local ethnic groups -白沙湖 – 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

The full name of the ‘Dahezhinan Train’ is ‘Zhongyuan Railway · Dahezhinan Train’. It is a special tourist train jointly created by China Railway Zhengzhou Group Co., Ltd. and Henan Zhongyuan Railway Tourism Group. It is not an ordinary passenger train, but a long-distance leisure slow-travel train that brings ‘hotel-style rooms’ onto the rails, focusing on a comfortable travel experience.D13 Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Early morning departure from Urumqi on the return train
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 V. 2026 Dahezhinan Train Departure Dates and Price Information

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Departure dates:
May 9, 2026, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11.
💰 Price for 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)

📍 Where is ‘Dahezhinan’?2-person room with bathroom:39,999 RMB/person
2-person room with bathroom, value third person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person room with bathroom, third person:19,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
💰 Price for 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)
2-person room with bathroom, third person:23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
💰 Price for 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
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

‘Dahezhinan’ usually refers to the Central Plains region centered on Henan. The train departs from Zhengzhou, connecting historical and cultural cities like Luoyang and Sanmenxia, and extends to Xinjiang, Yunnan, Guizhou, and other places, allowing passengers to experience the charm of the Yellow River and Central Plains civilization during the journey.2-person room with bathroom, value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person room with bathroom, third person:23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
> Warm reminder:The above are reference prices. Actual prices may fluctuate due to season, berth, schedule, and other factors. Please refer to the contract or confirmation on the day.
📞 VI. How to Book and Register for the Dahezhinan Train
1. Official Designated Channel
This route is operated by the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. You can contact Manager Mai for consultation and booking through the following methods:
24-hour consultation and registration:Manager Mai
Company landline:0991-3333832
Mobile/WeChat:132-0133-3409
2. Booking Process
Contact for consultation:Provide information such as the number of travelers, time, and preferences to get the itinerary and quote.
Select product:Confirm the travel date and seat type.
Submit information:Provide necessary information such as traveler names and valid ID numbers.
Complete booking:Make payment, sign the electronic contract, and finalize the booking.

🛌 The ‘Train Follows People’ Slow Travel Mode> Warm reminder:June to September is the peak tourist season each year, so it is recommended to book early.
📋 VII. Dahezhinan Train Cost and Service Related Information
1. Cost Includes
Transportation within the itinerary (train and ground transport)
Basic accommodation
First admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary
Meals within the itinerary
Guide service
Travel accident insurance
2. Cost Excludes
Personal voluntary consumption items
Optional experience activities
Other expenses not mentioned in the itinerary
> Warm reminder:All service details and fee standards are subject to the signed travel contract between both parties.
🎉 VIII. Start Your Central Plains Slow Journey
A trip on the ‘Dahezhinan Train’ connects Central Plains civilization with the scenery of southern and northern Xinjiang. If you also want to experience the slow lifestyle of ‘train follows people, sleep at night and travel by day’, feel free to contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center for details and start your exclusive journey!
The 2026 Dahezhinan Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile/WeChat: 132-0133-3409.