South of the Great River Ticket Official Website Entrance 2026 Special Train Price Route

【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 is available for 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Dahezhinan Train:A Poetic Choice for a 17-Day Panoramic Slow Journey Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang
🚂 I. Detailed Introduction to the Dahezhinan Train
While traditional train travel still pursues ‘fast-paced check-ins,’ the Dahezhinan Train has carved out a new path of ‘slow travel.’ This rare long-distance residential train in China is positioned as a ‘mobile star-rated hotel,’ designed for travelers seeking deep experiences. It adopts the golden model of ‘traveling at night and sightseeing during the day,’ allowing tourists to cross thousands of miles in their sleep and wake up amidst the magnificent landscapes of Xinjiang.
Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center, the train operator, says: ‘We have redefined train travel—it is not just a mode of transportation, but a mobile vacation space integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment.’ This model is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups, family travelers, and photography enthusiasts, eliminating the hassle of repeatedly moving luggage and avoiding the bumps of long-distance buses, making the journey a true enjoyment.
🛏 ️II. Seat Types and Hardware Configuration:Mobile ‘Five-Star Home’
The Dahezhinan Train breaks away from the traditional single choice of hard seats or soft sleepers, offering four types of seats:
Double Room with Bathroom:12㎡ private space, equipped with a 1.5-meter double bed, bathroom, panoramic windows, and 24-hour hot water, suitable for couples or spouses.

Dahezhinan Train: A Poetic Choice for a 17-Day Panoramic Slow Journey Through Northern and Southern XinjiangQuadruple Room with Bathroom:Bunk bed design, with a per-person space of 3㎡, also equipped with a bathroom, suitable for families or friends traveling together.
Value Triple Room:Adds a foldable bed to the double room, with exclusive discounts for children, offering great value.
Multi-functional Public Area:The dining car can accommodate 60 people at once, the audio-visual room is equipped with 4K projection and surround sound, and the chess and card room and karaoke room are open all day.
Hardware advantages highlight craftsmanship:The entire train uses low-noise technology, keeping noise within 45 decibels during travel; the bathrooms use non-slip tiles and assistive handrails; each carriage is equipped with a dedicated butler providing 24-hour hot water, luggage assistance, and other services.
✨ III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights
Thoughtful Accompanying Services:Each group is equipped with a professional guide and a life butler, handling all trivial matters such as transportation connections and ticket reservations throughout the trip. Manager Mai specifically mentions: ‘We prepare common medicine kits for elderly tourists and picture books and toys for children, ensuring comfortable travel for all age groups.’
Exclusive Dining Experience:The exclusive dining car is managed by a team of star chefs, offering meals, local specialties, and children’s meals. Turpan’s grape feast, Kashgar’s baked buns, and Yining’s cold-water fish let your taste buds travel with the scenery.

🚂I. Detailed Introduction to the Dahezhinan TrainImmersive Sightseeing Arrangements:Daily sightseeing is limited to 6 hours, avoiding the high-temperature midday period. Two hours of free photography time are arranged by Kanas Lake, and one hour is reserved for sunset viewing on Bayinbuluke Grassland, allowing tourists to truly immerse themselves in nature.
Convenient Transportation Connections:The train seamlessly connects with local scenic area shuttle buses, offering free transfer services in cities like Urumqi and Kashgar, saving tourists the trouble of hailing taxis on their own.
🌄 IV. Simple Itinerary (2026 Duku Highway Edition)
D1-2:Boarding from four cities: Zhengzhou/Luoyang/Xi’an/Lanzhou, with an icebreaker tea party on the train
D3:Arrive in Turpan in the morning, explore the wisdom of Karez, admire the wonders of Flaming Mountain, overnight on the train
D4:Cross the Gobi to Kashgar, watch the ‘Silk Road’ documentary on the train
D5:One-day tour of the Pamir Plateau: Karakul Lake reflects Muztagh Ata, the Stone City witnesses millennia of history

While traditional train travel still pursues ‘fast-paced check-ins,’ the Dahezhinan Train has carved out a new path of ‘slow travel.’ This rare long-distance residential train in China is positioned as a ‘mobile star-rated hotel,’ designed for travelers seeking deep experiences. It adopts the golden model of ‘traveling at night and sightseeing during the day,’ allowing tourists to cross thousands of miles in their sleep and wake up amidst the magnificent landscapes of Xinjiang.D6:Home visits with various ethnic groups to experience intangible cultural heritage, horse riding and photography at Baisha Lake
D7:Explore the old city of Kashgar, listen to legends at the Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb, travel to Kuqa at night
D8:Self-driving experience on the southern section of the Duku Highway, explore the Tianshan Grand Canyon
D9:Watch the sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayinbuluke Grassland
D10:Hike in the Nalati River Valley Grassland, taste various ethnic cuisines in Six-Star Street

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center is available for 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
D11:Cycle around Sayram Lake, duty-free shopping at Horgos Port
D12-13:Hike the Three Bays of Kanas, photograph the morning mist in Hemu Village, witness the sunset wonders at Colorful Beach
D14:Wish at Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain, shop for handicrafts at the Grand Bazaar

Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center, the train operator, says: ‘We have redefined train travel—it is not just a mode of transportation, but a mobile vacation space integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment.’ This model is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups, family travelers, and photography enthusiasts, eliminating the hassle of repeatedly moving luggage and avoiding the bumps of long-distance buses, making the journey a true enjoyment.D15-17:Hold a photography exhibition on the return train, disembark in batches in Lanzhou/Xi’an/Luoyang/Zhengzhou
💰 V. 2026 Departure Dates and Price Information
Seven sessions throughout the year, covering spring, summer, and autumn:
May 9/30:Early bird special period
June 17 – September 11:Golden viewing period for the Duku Highway
Price system (subject to contract):
Upper bunk in quadruple room:15,999-19,999 RMB/person

🛏️II. Seat Types and Hardware Configuration: Mobile ‘Five-Star Home’Lower bunk in quadruple room:17,999-21,999 RMB/person
Double room:39,999-45,999 RMB/person
Children’s ticket (under 6 years old):5,999-6,999 RMB/person
Special note:Prices for July/August sessions increase by 10%, and a 5% discount is available for registration 60 days in advance.
📱 VI. Booking and Registration Method
Tickets for the Dahezhinan Train are not sold through 12306; they must be booked through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center:
Consultation hotline:0991-3333832 (landline) / 132-0133-3409 (mobile and WeChat)

The Dahezhinan Train breaks away from the traditional single choice of hard seats or soft sleepers, offering four types of seats:Booking process:Consult itinerary → Select session → Submit documents → Pay deposit → Sign contract
Special reminder:Seats are tight from June to September each year; it is recommended to lock in your spot at least 90 days in advance.
📝 VII. Fee and Service Description
Fees include:Train seat fee, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, full meals, local transportation, guide service, travel insurance.
Fees do not include:Personal expenses, optional entertainment activities (single registrants will try to arrange shared rooms).
All service standards are subject to the contract terms. In case of force majeure factors such as weather, both parties will negotiate itinerary changes.
🌠 VIII. Conclusion:Let Time Slow Down on the Wheels
In a world where fast pace has become the norm, the Dahezhinan Train uses 17 days to help you rediscover the essence of travel—not rushing to check in, but deeply experiencing. From the heart of the Central Plains to the pearl of the Western Regions, from Gobi deserts to snowy mountains and grasslands, this mobile ‘poetry and distance’ awaits a romantic rendezvous with you across thousands of miles.
Call Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (132-0133-3409) now to start your slow travel plan through Northern and Southern Xinjiang! Let the Dahezhinan Train carry all your imagination of distant places and slowly sail toward the peach blossom paradise in your heart.
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 is available for 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.