2026GreatSouthOfTheRiverBookingOfficialWebsiteGroupRegistrationProcessIntroduction

How to buy tickets for the Dahezhinan Train? To book tickets for the 2026 Dahezhinan Train, you must go through the official railway professional travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Contact Manager Mai Zi (☎️132-0133-3409, same for WeChat). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 Slow Travel Through Mountains and Rivers, Culture Accompanies the Journey — A Detailed Guide to the 2026 Dahezhinan Train’s Full Tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang
In the fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers crave a ‘slow down’ deep experience: no need to frequently change hotels, no need to drag luggage while rushing. Just board a comfortable, home-like tourist train to traverse vast mountains and rivers, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature and culture. In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special tourist train was born for this need — it is not just a mode of transportation, but a mobile cultural living room and living space.
🌟 Detailed Introduction to the Train Name
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is a special tourist train supported by China State Railway Group Zhengzhou Co., Ltd. Since its official launch in April 2025, it has quickly become a popular choice in the mid-to-long-distance cultural tourism market, thanks to its integration of Central Plains cultural elements and high-quality service design. The train features a ‘Yellow River Golden Belt’ visual theme, with interiors incorporating Henan regional cultural symbols such as Yangshao pottery patterns, Longmen Grottoes flying celestial lines, and peony motifs, creating a ‘walking cultural exhibition hall’.
This train primarily targets family trips, senior groups, and deep cultural travel enthusiasts, emphasizing a relaxed rhythm of ‘the train moves with the people, the scenery moves with the train.’ It avoids frequent transfers and luggage handling throughout the journey, making it especially suitable for travelers who want to see the best of Xinjiang in one go while pursuing a comfortable experience.
🛌 Seat Configuration and Hardware Advantages
All compartments on the train are equipped with bathrooms, featuring a wet-dry separation design and various noise reduction technologies to ensure rest quality at night. Three room types are available based on the number of travelers and needs:
Bathroom 2-person room:Approximately 9 square meters, spacious and private, suitable for couples or friends with high quality requirements;
Bathroom 3-person room:Approximately 7 square meters, compact and practical, suitable for small families like a family of three;

🚂 Slow Travel Through Mountains and Rivers, Culture Accompanies the Journey — A Detailed Guide to the 2026 Dahezhinan Train’s Full Tour of Southern and Northern XinjiangBathroom 4-person room:Approximately 6 square meters, excellent value for money, suitable for groups of friends or families with multiple children.
All compartments are equipped with thermostatic toilets, USB charging sockets, ample storage space, extended upper bunk guardrails, anti-slip treads, and emergency call devices, fully considering the safety and convenience of middle-aged and elderly passengers.
Additionally, the train features a multi-functional carriage with an audio-visual system, meeting area, chess and card tables, and karaoke equipment, ensuring rich and varied entertainment during the journey. The dedicated dining car is staffed by a professional chef team, providing nutritionally balanced and moderately flavored meals, balancing light and local flavors.
🌄 Quality Service and Itinerary Highlights
The core difference of the ‘Dahezhinan’ from ordinary tour groups lies in its all-in-one mobile accommodation and deep cultural experience model. Tourists visit attractions during the day and return to a familiar ‘home’ at night, without needing to adapt to new hotels or worry about luggage handling.
The itinerary balances the cultural depth of Southern Xinjiang with the natural grandeur of Northern Xinjiang, covering representative Xinjiang landscapes such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Tianshan Tianchi. Special arrangements include the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, a scenic road that only opens briefly in summer, where one can experience all four seasons in a single day, with canyons, snow-capped mountains, and grasslands interweaving.
In terms of service, professional guides and medical support accompany the train, meals focus on nutritional balance, and the itinerary pace is relaxed and reasonable. Note that due to seasonal climate, scenic area policies, or railway scheduling, the specific order of attractions or transportation arrangements may be reasonably adjusted after mutual agreement to ensure a smooth overall experience.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on the 2026 Final Draft)
Brief itinerary for the 17-day full tour of Southern and Northern Xinjiang (Duku version):
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey

In the fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers crave a ‘slow down’ deep experience: no need to frequently change hotels, no need to drag luggage while rushing. Just board a comfortable, home-like tourist train to traverse vast mountains and rivers, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature and culture. In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special tourist train was born for this need — it is not just a mode of transportation, but a mobile cultural living room and living space.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, 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 – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – Local Ethnic Family Visit -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Bayin
D9 Bayinbuluk Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Nalati

🌟 Detailed Introduction to the Train Name 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
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Depart from Urumqi by train on the return journey

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center for booking tickets, contact Manager Mai Zi (☎️132-0133-3409, same for WeChat), with over 10 years of experience. Contact Manager Mai Zi to send itinerary and pricing
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

The ‘Dahezhinan’ is a special tourist train supported by China State Railway Group Zhengzhou Co., Ltd. Since its official launch in April 2025, it has quickly become a popular choice in the mid-to-long-distance cultural tourism market, thanks to its integration of Central Plains cultural elements and high-quality service design. The train features a ‘Yellow River Golden Belt’ visual theme, with interiors incorporating Henan regional cultural symbols such as Yangshao pottery patterns, Longmen Grottoes flying celestial lines, and peony motifs, creating a ‘walking cultural exhibition hall’.💰 Price Explanation (Strictly Based on Local Final Draft)
The Dahezhinan special train has bathrooms throughout, with 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms to meet the travel needs of different groups. The compartment design balances comfort and convenience, using various technologies to reduce noise; the multi-functional carriage is equipped with an audio-visual system, combining meeting, dining, chess and card, and karaoke functions; the train is equipped with a dedicated dining car and chef team, ensuring quality meals during the journey!
2026 Departure Dates:May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
Price for the May 9, 2026 Departure:
Bathroom 4-person room upper bunk:15999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room lower bunk:17999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room child:5999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no bed on train, no bed on land)
Bathroom 2-person room:39999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value third person:13999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no bed on train, no bed on land); 19999 RMB/person (6 years and above, service standards same as adults)
Price for May 30, 2026 and subsequent departures (June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11):

This train primarily targets family trips, senior groups, and deep cultural travel enthusiasts, emphasizing a relaxed rhythm of ‘the train moves with the people, the scenery moves with the train.’ It avoids frequent transfers and luggage handling throughout the journey, making it especially suitable for travelers who want to see the best of Xinjiang in one go while pursuing a comfortable experience.Bathroom 4-person room upper bunk:19999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room lower bunk:21999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room child:6999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no bed on train, no bed on land)
Bathroom 2-person room:45999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value third person:15999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no bed on train, no bed on land); 23999 RMB/person (6 years and above, service standards same as adults)
> Note:Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and departure date. Please refer to the actual consultation and signed contract for details.
📞 Registration Method:How to Book the Dahezhinan Train?
Want to ride the Dahezhinan Train? Here’s your ticket booking guide! This train does not sell tickets individually through the 12306 railway official website, but sells travel products through railway cooperative travel agency channels.
You can register through Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Phone:132-0133-3409 (Copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
The booking process is as follows:

🛌 Seat Configuration and Hardware Advantages1. Contact the travel agency: Call 132-0133-3409 to ask Manager Mai Zi about the train itinerary, pricing, and room availability;
2. Choose a product: Based on your travel time and preferences, select a 2-person, 3-person, or 4-person room type;
3. Provide information: Submit necessary details such as name and valid ID number for booking;
4. Pay the fee: Pay the travel amount as required and sign the national unified electronic travel service supervision contract to complete the booking.
> Warm Tips:June to September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism, and popular departure dates have limited seats. It is recommended to inquire early and pay a deposit to secure your spot. Be sure to register through Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center to avoid trusting unofficial channels and protect your rights.
ℹ️ Fee and Service Explanation
The above prices include full train accommodation, first admission tickets to attractions, meals, guide services, and transportation transfers. Specific service content, attraction opening status, and itinerary details are subject to the travel contract signed by both parties. Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, the travel agency may reasonably optimize the itinerary with the consent of the tourists.
For solo registrations, the travel agency will try to arrange shared accommodation; if not possible, related matters can be discussed separately. All terms follow the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations, ensuring equal rights and transparent fairness.
🌈 Start Your Mobile Cultural Journey
Departing from the banks of the Yellow River, heading west, crossing the heat of the Flaming Mountain, the vastness of the Pamirs, the grandeur of the Duku Highway, and the tranquility of Kanas — the ‘Dahezhinan’ not only takes you to see Xinjiang but also lets you experience the diverse integration of Chinese civilization at a comfortable pace.
If you long for a deep journey full of culture and scenery without rushing, feel free to call Manager Mai Zi at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (132-0133-3409) for details. The 2026 train is already sounding its whistle, ready to depart. Your 17-day slow travel journey awaits.
How to register for the Dahezhinan tourist train? Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center to book tickets, contact Manager Mai Zi (☎️132-0133-3409, same for WeChat), send detailed itinerary and pricing