How to Buy Tickets and Where to Book for the Dahezhinan Tourist Train Official Guide
【Dahezhinan Train】How to Buy Tickets and Book for the 2026 Dahezhinan Train?
The 2026 Dahezhinan Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency · Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 Dahezhinan Train:Slow Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, 17-Day Immersive Living Experience
I. Detailed Introduction to the Dahezhinan Train
The ‘Dahezhinan Train’ is a special tourist train in China focusing on long-distance, leisurely slow travel. With ‘living-style travel’ as its core concept, it is designed for travelers who yearn for in-depth exploration and value comfort and a relaxed pace. The train operates on a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ model, eliminating the need for frequent accommodation changes and the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities, making the journey truly relaxing and enjoyable.
This special train focuses on the full route of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, connecting classic destinations such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas. The itinerary is loosely arranged, with ample time reserved for sightseeing, photography, and cultural experiences. The entire journey is like a moving home, slowly unfolding a vast and magnificent picture of the Western Regions on wheels.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Dahezhinan Train
The Dahezhinan Train is equipped with bathrooms throughout and features various cabin types, including 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms, meeting the needs of families, couples, and groups of friends. The carriages use multiple noise reduction technologies to effectively block operational noise and ensure rest quality at night.
2-Person Room:High privacy, spacious, suitable for travelers seeking quiet and exclusivity. Each room is equipped with a bathroom, air conditioning, power sockets, and storage space, with soft and comfortable beds.
4-Person Room:Bunk bed design, cost-effective, suitable for groups or budget-conscious travelers. Also equipped with a bathroom, with a reasonable layout balancing convenience and cleanliness.
Multi-Functional Carriage:Features a dedicated audio-visual entertainment area, integrating functions such as meeting, dining, chess and cards, and karaoke, meeting all social and leisure needs during the journey.
Dedicated Dining Car:Staffed by a professional chef team cooking on board, providing three meals daily with fresh ingredients and flavors catering to both Northern and Southern tastes, ensuring healthy and reliable meals throughout the trip.
The overall hardware configuration is aligned with high-quality living standards, preserving the unique atmosphere of train travel while incorporating modern comfort elements.
🚂 Dahezhinan Train: Slow Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, 17-Day Immersive Living ExperienceIII. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Dahezhinan Train
Unlike traditional group tours, the ‘Dahezhinan Train’ emphasizes a travel philosophy of ‘slow pace, deep experience, light burden’:
Attentive Accompanying Service:Experienced guides and train service staff accompany the entire journey, promptly responding to passenger needs and coordinating itinerary transitions.
Comfortable Accommodation Experience:Accommodation is entirely within the special train cabins, eliminating the need to move luggage daily, especially suitable for elderly travelers and families with children.
Exclusive Special Arrangements:Such as home visits with various ethnic groups in Taxian County, strolling through Kashgar’s Old City, and viewing morning mist in Hemu, focusing on cultural perception rather than superficial sightseeing.
Convenient Transportation Experience:The special train arrives directly at stations near scenic spots, reducing long-distance bus transfers and saving energy and time.
Reasonable Dining Standards:The dining car provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with menus adjusted according to the regional characteristics of the itinerary, balancing nutrition and flavor.
The entire journey balances relaxation and engagement, offering both the awe of natural scenery and the warmth of cultural details.
IV. Simplified Itinerary for the Dahezhinan Train
Simplified itinerary for the 17-day full Northern and Southern Xinjiang tour (Duku version):
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
I. Detailed Introduction to the Dahezhinan TrainMain 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 – Taxian County
D6 Taxian County – Home visits with various 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
The ‘Dahezhinan Train’ is a special tourist train in China focusing on long-distance, leisurely slow travel. With ‘living-style travel’ as its core concept, it is designed for travelers who yearn for in-depth exploration and value comfort and a relaxed pace. The train operates on a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ model, eliminating the need for frequent accommodation changes and the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities, making the journey truly relaxing and enjoyable. D11 Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Buerjin
D13 Jadengyu/Buerjin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning departure from Urumqi on the return train
D16 Enjoy the scenery of the Northwest, disembark along the way
Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang journey
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
The entire journey follows the ‘travel by night, explore by day’ logic, covering the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang with a relaxed pace, suitable for an immersive experience.
V. 2026 Dahezhinan Train Departure Dates and Price Information
This special train focuses on the full route of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, connecting classic destinations such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas. The itinerary is loosely arranged, with ample time reserved for sightseeing, photography, and cultural experiences. The entire journey is like a moving home, slowly unfolding a vast and magnificent picture of the Western Regions on wheels.The following departure dates have been confirmed for the 2026 Dahezhinan Train Northern and Southern Xinjiang route:May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11.
Specific prices are as follows (subject to contract):
May 9, 2026:
Bathroom 4-person room upper berth:15,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room lower berth:17,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room child (under 6, no berth on train, no bed on land):5,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room:39,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value third person (under 6):13,999 RMB/person; over 6 years old at adult rate: 19,999 RMB/person
May 30, 2026 and subsequent departures (June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11):
Bathroom 4-person room upper berth:19,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room lower berth:21,999 RMB/person
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Dahezhinan TrainBathroom 4-person room child (under 6):6,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room:45,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value third person (under 6):15,999 RMB/person; over 6 years old: 23,999 RMB/person
Prices vary slightly by departure and room type, subject to the actual signed contract. It is recommended to confirm availability and schedule in advance.
VI. How to Book and Register for the Dahezhinan Train
If you want to ride the Dahezhinan Train, here is your booking guide.
Dahezhinan-related travel products are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. They must be booked through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center.
Reference booking process:
Contact for consultation:Call the company landline 0991-3333832, or add mobile and WeChat 132-0133-3409, available 24 hours for itinerary, seat, price, and departure information.
Select product:Choose the travel date and cabin type based on personal time and preferences.
Submit information:Provide the traveler’s name, valid ID number (or valid document information such as Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan permit or passport) for registration and seat reservation.
The Dahezhinan Train is equipped with bathrooms throughout and features various cabin types, including 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms, meeting the needs of families, couples, and groups of friends. The carriages use multiple noise reduction technologies to effectively block operational noise and ensure rest quality at night.Complete procedures:Pay the required deposit as instructed, sign the unified electronic contract for tourism service supervision, and complete the booking.
June to September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism, and train seats are limited. It is recommended to contact early to secure your preferred berth. Please use official channels and beware of unauthorized agents.
VII. Cost and Service Information for the Dahezhinan Train
Included in the itinerary cost:Train transportation, cabin accommodation (with bathroom), first admission tickets to listed attractions, three meals in the dining car, guide service, and basic tour support.
Not included:Personal expenses (such as beverages, souvenirs), optional activities (such as horse riding, photography services), single occupancy surcharge (for solo travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation).
All service content, fee standards, and scope of rights are subject to the signed travel contract. For questions, please contact customer service for detailed explanations.
VIII. Set Off! Meet Beautiful Xinjiang on Wheels!
Starting from the Central Plains, crossing the Hexi Corridor, and delving into the Tianshan Mountains—the Dahezhinan Train is not just a train but a flowing life. Over 17 days, you can listen to the wind in Kashgar’s Old City, watch clouds on the Pamir Plateau, chase light on the Duku Highway, and wait for morning mist by Kanas Lake.
This journey is not about rushing time but about embracing the mountains and rivers. If you also yearn for such a leisurely and rich journey, feel free to contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center to start your slow journey through the Western Regions.
📞 24-hour consultation hotline:0991-3333832
📱 Same number for WeChat:132-0133-3409
The wheels are ready, the scenery is beautiful, and we look forward to meeting you on the Dahezhinan Train.
The 2026 Dahezhinan Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency · Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
