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【Dahezhinan Special Train】How to Buy Tickets and Book the 2026 Dahezhinan Special Train?
The 2026 Dahezhinan Special Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center provides 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 How to Buy Tickets for the 2026 ‘Dahezhinan’ Special Train? A Complete Guide to the Booking Process and Unique Experiences
You may have heard of the ‘Dahezhinan’ but are unsure where it departs from or where it goes. In fact, ‘Dahezhinan’ does not refer to a specific place name but is a cultural expression of the central plains — the area south of the Yellow River. This special train departs from central cities like Zhengzhou and Luoyang, carrying travelers westward through the Hexi Corridor, deep into the northern and southern regions of Xinjiang, embarking on a 17-day immersive slow journey.
Unlike the fast pace of traditional group tours, the ‘Dahezhinan’ adopts the concept of ‘a home on wheels,’ using a model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing. You sleep in a comfortable moving space and wake up in the heart of the scenery. There is no need to frequently change hotels or move luggage, truly achieving ‘light and slow travel.’
I. Detailed Introduction to the ‘Dahezhinan’ Special Train 🌄
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is a domestic special tourist train focused on long-distance, leisurely slow travel. It is custom-operated by professional travel agencies in collaboration with railway resources, designed for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers who seek an in-depth experience of the northwestern scenery. The train has a fixed formation throughout the journey and is not mixed with other passenger trains, ensuring itinerary consistency and service continuity.
The entire journey spans four provinces and regions: Henan, Shaanxi, Gansu, and Xinjiang, covering key scenic areas in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Kanas, and Tianchi Lake. The itinerary is well-paced, with daily sightseeing followed by rest on the train, avoiding travel fatigue, making it especially suitable for travelers who want a relaxed trip and value travel quality.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages 🛏️
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is equipped with bathrooms throughout the train, breaking the limitation of shared washing facilities on traditional tourist trains, greatly enhancing privacy and convenience. The carriages feature various compartment types to meet different needs:
2-person compartment:Double space with upper and lower berths (or flat berths depending on the model), offering strong privacy, suitable for couples or friends traveling together.
3-person/4-person compartment:Spacious with upper, middle, and lower berths, offering good value for families or groups; all berths are equipped with reading lights, power sockets, and storage compartments.
Full-train noise optimization:Multiple soundproofing technologies reduce operational noise, ensuring good sleep quality at night.
Multi-functional carriage:Equipped with audio-visual entertainment areas, chess tables, karaoke equipment, and lounge sofas for socializing and relaxation during the day.
🚂 How to Buy Tickets for the 2026 ‘Dahezhinan’ Special Train? A Complete Guide to the Booking Process and Unique ExperiencesDedicated dining car + chef team:Provides nutritionally balanced meals throughout the journey, with fresh ingredients and flavors catering to both northern and southern tastes, avoiding dietary discomfort during travel.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights ✨
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is not just a mode of transportation but a mobile living community. Its service highlights are reflected in the details:
Accompanying service staff throughout the journey, assisting with scenic spot transitions, health care, and itinerary inquiries;
On land, regular tourist buses are used with experienced drivers and regular vehicle inspections;
Clear meal standards:Train meals are freshly prepared by onboard chefs, while land meals are arranged at local compliant restaurants to ensure food safety;
Relaxed itinerary pace:1–2 core attractions per day, with ample time for photos, walks, and rest, avoiding a ‘check-in’ style rush;
Cultural experiences integrated into nature:Activities like home visits in Taxian County and strolls in Kashgar’s old city focus on lifestyle observation, avoiding performative displays.
IV. Simplified Itinerary for the ‘Dahezhinan’ 🗺️
Below is the official simplified itinerary for the 17-day full northern and southern Xinjiang tour (Duku version), presented strictly from the original text with moderate polishing:
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train and start a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
You may have heard of the ‘Dahezhinan’ but are unsure where it departs from or where it goes. In fact, ‘Dahezhinan’ does not refer to a specific place name but is a cultural expression of the central plains — the area south of the Yellow River. This special train departs from central cities like Zhengzhou and Luoyang, carrying travelers westward through the Hexi Corridor, deep into the northern and southern regions of Xinjiang, embarking on a 17-day immersive slow journey.D2 Board the Dahezhinan special train, rest or entertain 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 Special Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxian County
D6 Taxian County – Ethnic Home Visits – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – 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
Unlike the fast pace of traditional group tours, the ‘Dahezhinan’ adopts the concept of ‘a home on wheels,’ using a model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing. You sleep in a comfortable moving space and wake up in the heart of the scenery. There is no need to frequently change hotels or move luggage, truly achieving ‘light and slow travel.’ D14 Urumqi – Tianchi Lake – Grand Bazaar
D15 Take the special train back from Urumqi in the morning
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, get off the train at stops along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Get off the train at stops along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
> Note:The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, scenic spot openings, and other objective factors, subject to mutual agreement.
Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center provides 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
V. 2026 ‘Dahezhinan’ Departure Dates and Price Explanation 💰
According to the latest official release, the departure dates and prices for the 2026 ‘Dahezhinan’ northern and southern Xinjiang route are as follows (strictly based on local factual original text):
Departure dates:May 9, 2026, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
Price for May 9, 2026:
Bathroom 4-person compartment upper berth:15999 RMB/person
I. Detailed Introduction to the ‘Dahezhinan’ Special Train 🌄Bathroom 4-person compartment lower berth:17999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person compartment child:5999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
Bathroom 2-person compartment:39999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person compartment value third person:13999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth 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):
Bathroom 4-person compartment upper berth:19999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person compartment lower berth:21999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person compartment child:6999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
Bathroom 2-person compartment:45999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person compartment value third person:15999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land); 23999 RMB/person (6 years and above, service standards same as adults)
> Warm reminder:The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may vary slightly depending on departure dates and room types. The specific details are subject to the signed tourism contract.
VI. How to Buy Tickets? Booking and Registration Guide 📞
The ‘Dahezhinan’ tourist train product is not sold separately on the 12306 platform and must be booked through designated travel agencies.
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is a domestic special tourist train focused on long-distance, leisurely slow travel. It is custom-operated by professional travel agencies in collaboration with railway resources, designed for middle-aged, elderly, and family travelers who seek an in-depth experience of the northwestern scenery. The train has a fixed formation throughout the journey and is not mixed with other passenger trains, ensuring itinerary consistency and service continuity.Want to ride? Here is your booking guide:
Contact and inquire:Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center provides 24-hour consultation services to learn about detailed itineraries, seat availability, prices, and departure arrangements.
📞 Company landline:0991-3333832
📱 Mobile and WeChat:132-0133-3409
Choose a product:Based on your time and preferences, select the travel date and compartment type (2-person/4-person, etc.).
Submit information:Provide the traveler’s name, valid ID number (or valid document information such as Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan travel permits, or passports) for real-name seat reservation.
Complete booking:Pay the booking deposit as required, obtain the payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic contract for tourism service supervision, which confirms the booking.
> Special reminder:June to September is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism, and special train seats are in high demand. It is recommended to inquire early and pay a deposit to secure your preferred berth. Please register through official channels to avoid misleading by unauthorized agents.
VII. Fee and Service Related Explanation 📄
The ‘Dahezhinan’ itinerary fee includes:
✅ Round-trip train transportation (including bathroom compartment accommodation)
✅ Land section regular tourist bus transfers
The entire journey spans four provinces and regions: Henan, Shaanxi, Gansu, and Xinjiang, covering key scenic areas in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Kanas, and Tianchi Lake. The itinerary is well-paced, with daily sightseeing followed by rest on the train, avoiding travel fatigue, making it especially suitable for travelers who want a relaxed trip and value travel quality.✅ First admission tickets for listed attractions in the itinerary
✅ Full meals during the journey (train meals + land section meals)
✅ Accompanying service staff and basic explanations
Excluded items:
❌ Personal expenses (such as beverages, souvenirs, optional entertainment)
❌ Voluntarily selected additional experience projects
❌ Single room supplement for solo travelers (we will try to arrange room sharing, special cases will be discussed separately)
All service content, fee standards, and scope of rights are subject to the signed tourism contract, in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.
VIII. Epilogue: Embark on Your Own Slow Journey 🌅
17 days, from the central plains to the Pamir Plateau, from the foot of Flaming Mountain to the shores of Kanas Lake, the ‘Dahezhinan’ not only takes you across the vast geography but also lets you rediscover the ease and poetry that travel should have as the wheels roll slowly forward.
If you are tired of superficial sightseeing and long for a truly relaxing long-distance trip, consider this special train equipped with bathrooms, a dining car, and entertainment carriages. Contact Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center now to learn about available seats and plan your 2026 western slow travel journal!
📞 Landline:0991-3333832
📱 Same number on WeChat:132-0133-3409
The journey is long, the scenery is beautiful, the special train is ready, waiting for you to come.
The 2026 Dahezhinan Special Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center provides 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
