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No need to drive or rush around—take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose from economy to luxury options to suit your needs. Professionally operating Xinjiang train tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special train, departing from Zhengzhou and traversing northern and southern Xinjiang, is becoming a new choice for many planning long-distance Xinjiang tours. Unlike conventional plane+bus itineraries, this train emphasizes ‘train follows travelers, travel by day and rest by night,’ integrating accommodation, transportation, and some meals into one route, allowing you to experience Xinjiang’s diverse scenery with less hassle.
🌍 Destination Overview:Why Choose a Combined Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour?
Xinjiang’s appeal lies in its landscape diversity. A combined tour of northern and southern Xinjiang connects snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, ancient cities, and various cultural experiences.
Northern Xinjiang Scenery:Represented by Kanas and Hemu, the mountain forests and river valleys are lush green in summer and colorful in autumn, making them a paradise for photography and hiking enthusiasts.
Southern Xinjiang Charm:Represented by Kashgar and Taxkorgan, you can experience the grandeur of the Pamir Plateau and the cultural atmosphere of the ancient Silk Road cities.
Special Experiences:Highlights include the seasonal changes of the Duku Highway, the ‘Blue Eye’ of Sayram Lake, and the river valley views of Nalati Grassland.
The route design of the ‘Dahezhinan’ revolves around these core scenic spots, combining ‘sightseeing’ with ‘experience’ to avoid superficial visits.
🛏 ️ Train Highlights:A Mobile Comfortable Hotel
The ‘Dahezhinan’ special train is designed with long-distance travel comfort in mind, ensuring a restful environment on board.
Bathroom:All sleeper compartments are equipped with bathrooms, using various technologies to reduce noise, ensuring your privacy and peace.
Room Types:Offers 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms to meet the needs of couples, families, and friends.

🚂 In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special train, departing from Zhengzhou and traversing northern and southern Xinjiang, is becoming a new choice for many planning long-distance Xinjiang tours. Unlike conventional plane+bus itineraries, this train emphasizes ‘train follows travelers, travel by day and rest by night,’ integrating accommodation, transportation, and some meals into one route, allowing you to experience Xinjiang’s diverse scenery with less hassle.Entertainment and Socializing:The multi-functional carriage integrates audio-visual, meeting, dining, chess, and karaoke, serving as the social hub of the journey.
Quality Dining:Equipped with a dedicated dining car and chef team, offering home-style flavors with local specialties.
🗺 ️ Brief Itinerary Overview
17-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama Tour (Duku Version) Brief Itinerary:
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train and start a pleasant journey
Main Stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahezhinan special train, free rest or entertainment on board
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 – Taxkorgan

🌍 Destination Overview: Why Choose a Combined Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour?D6 Taxkorgan – Local Family Visit -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 River Valley Grassland – Six-Star Street – Yining
D11 Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jia Dengyu/Burqin
D13 Jia Dengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Depart from Urumqi on the return train
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark along the way

Xinjiang’s appeal lies in its landscape diversity. A combined tour of northern and southern Xinjiang connects snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, ancient cities, and various cultural experiences.Main Stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, end the pleasant Xinjiang tour
Main Stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 2026 Prices and Departure Dates Reference
The Dahezhinan special train features bathrooms in all compartments, with 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms to meet different travel needs. The compartment design balances comfort and convenience, using various technologies to reduce noise; the multi-functional carriage is equipped with audio-visual systems, and functions for meeting, dining, chess, and karaoke; the train is equipped with a dedicated dining car and chef team, ensuring quality meals during the journey!
Dahezhinan Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Departure Dates:

Take a tourist train to explore beautiful Xinjiang, with multiple options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
May 9, 2026, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
May 9, 2026:
Bathroom 4-person upper berth 15,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person lower berth 17,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person child 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on train, no bed on land

Northern Xinjiang Scenery: Represented by Kanas and Hemu, the mountain forests and river valleys are lush green in summer and colorful in autumn, making them a paradise for photography and hiking enthusiasts. Bathroom 2-person room 39,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value 3rd person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on train, no bed on land
19,999 RMB/person (6 years and above) Service standards same as adults
May 30, 2026:
Bathroom 4-person upper berth 19,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person lower berth 21,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person child 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) Child price, no berth on train, no bed on land
Bathroom 2-person room 45,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value 3rd person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on train, no bed on land
23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above) Service standards same as adults
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:

Southern Xinjiang Charm: Represented by Kashgar and Taxkorgan, you can experience the grandeur of the Pamir Plateau and the cultural atmosphere of the ancient Silk Road cities.Bathroom 4-person upper berth 19,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person lower berth 21,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person child 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on train, no bed on land
Bathroom 2-person room 45,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value 3rd person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) No berth on train
23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above) Service standards same as adults
> 💡 Warm Tips
> The above are some departure dates and reference prices for 2026. Actual prices may fluctuate due to market conditions. Please confirm the final price, availability, and contract details with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency when registering.
📝 Cost and Service Description
Cost Includes:Typically covers sleeper accommodation on the special train, ground transportation as listed, some meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, and guide services.
Cost Excludes:Round-trip transportation to Zhengzhou, personal expenses, and items not mentioned in the itinerary.

Special Experiences: Highlights include the seasonal changes of the Duku Highway, the ‘Blue Eye’ of Sayram Lake, and the river valley views of Nalati Grassland.Service Team:Generally consists of train stewards, guides, drivers, etc., providing full-service support.
Special Notes:Weather, road conditions, policies, and other information in the itinerary are subject to change. Specific arrangements are based on the confirmed travel contract before departure.
📞 How to Register and Inquire
You can obtain the latest information and complete registration through the following methods:
Phone Inquiry:181-3962-2233
WeChat Inquiry:181-3962-2233
Registration Cooperation:Can be registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
It is recommended to confirm the following when inquiring:
1. Departure date and availability.
2. Selected room type and corresponding price.
3. Specific discount rules for children, seniors, etc.
4. List of included and excluded items.
5. Cancellation and change terms in the contract.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).