2026 Xinjiang Special Train Dahezhinan, 17 Days in Southern and Northern Xinjiang, All Inclusive
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. Professionally operated 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).
🚂 2026 Xinjiang Special Train ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’:17-day panoramic slow tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, no self-paid activities, start a new Silk Road experience.
Tired of the exhausting pace of traditional travel with frequent hotel changes and dragging luggage to attractions? In the spring and summer of 2026, a special tourist train combining comfortable living and in-depth sightseeing—’Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’—offers a ‘mobile hotel + travel by day, sleep by night’ model for a relaxed Xinjiang journey. No need to move luggage throughout the trip; immerse in magnificent landscapes during the day and return to a familiar soft-sleeper cabin at night, truly achieving ‘board the train and feel at home, disembark and see the scenery’.
🌄 Detailed Route and Destination Introduction
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ 17-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang (Duku version) spans the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. Starting from the Central Plains, crossing the Hexi Corridor, and delving into the northern and southern Tianshan Mountains, it connects core areas such as the Turpan Basin, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Ancient City, Duku Highway, Ili River Valley, and Altay Region.
In Turpan, visit the ancient irrigation system Karez Well, experience the fiery legend of Flaming Mountain, and stroll through the cool shade of Grape Valley; then head west to Kashgar, wander through the old city streets to learn about local life; continue along the Pamir Plateau, gaze at Muztagh Ata Peak, and stop by Karakul Lake to enjoy the clarity and tranquility of the plateau lake.
Enter the heart of the Tianshan Mountains, traverse the red canyons along the southern section of the Duku Highway, and explore the geological wonders of the Tianshan Grand Canyon; ascend to Bayanbulak Grassland, overlook the sunset glow at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; then head to the Ili River Valley, wander the vast Nalati Grassland and the blue waters and skies of Sayram Lake; finally, go north to Altay, enter the fairy-tale world of Hemu Village, and enjoy the sunset light at Colorful Beach.
The entire route balances mountains, lakes, forests, grasslands, canyons, and oasis civilizations, with a well-paced rhythm suitable for families, friends, or middle-aged and elderly groups seeking quality travel.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
🚂 2026 Xinjiang Special Train ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’: 17-day panoramic slow tour of northern and southern Xinjiang, no self-paid activities, start a new Silk Road experience.Brief itinerary for the 17-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang (Duku version):
D1 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the way, start a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan 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, Dahe Zhi Nan special train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
Tired of the exhausting pace of traditional travel with frequent hotel changes and dragging luggage to attractions? In the spring and summer of 2026, a special tourist train combining comfortable living and in-depth sightseeing—’Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’—offers a ‘mobile hotel + travel by day, sleep by night’ model for a relaxed Xinjiang journey. No need to move luggage throughout the trip; immerse in magnificent landscapes during the day and return to a familiar soft-sleeper cabin at night, truly achieving ‘board the train and feel at home, disembark and see the scenery’. D6 Taxkorgan – Ethnic family visits – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Bayanbulak
D9 Bayanbulak 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 – Jia Dengyu / Burqin
D13 Jia Dengyu / Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun train to Urumqi
🌄 Detailed Route and Destination Introduction D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Return trip by train from Urumqi in the morning
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, end the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, choose from economy to luxury options. 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).
💰 Price Description
The Dahe Zhi Nan Hao special train features full-train bathrooms, 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 car is equipped with an audio-visual system, suitable for meeting, dining, board games, karaoke, and other functions; the train has a dedicated dining car and chef team to ensure meal quality during the trip!
Departure dates and reference prices are as follows (actual prices may vary due to schedules, policies, etc., please refer to the contract):
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ 17-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang (Duku version) spans the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. Starting from the Central Plains, crossing the Hexi Corridor, and delving into the northern and southern Tianshan Mountains, it connects core areas such as the Turpan Basin, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Ancient City, Duku Highway, Ili River Valley, and Altay Region.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: 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
Bathroom 2-person room: 39,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room value third 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 room upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person
In Turpan, visit the ancient irrigation system Karez Well, experience the fiery legend of Flaming Mountain, and stroll through the cool shade of Grape Valley; then head west to Kashgar, wander through the old city streets to learn about local life; continue along the Pamir Plateau, gaze at Muztagh Ata Peak, and stop by Karakul Lake to enjoy the clarity and tranquility of the plateau lake. Bathroom 4-person room lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room 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 third 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
Prices are the same as the May 30 schedule.
> Note:The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs, availability, and travel policies are subject to the actual signed contract.
📞 Registration Method
Enter the heart of the Tianshan Mountains, traverse the red canyons along the southern section of the Duku Highway, and explore the geological wonders of the Tianshan Grand Canyon; ascend to Bayanbulak Grassland, overlook the sunset glow at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns; then head to the Ili River Valley, wander the vast Nalati Grassland and the blue waters and skies of Sayram Lake; finally, go north to Altay, enter the fairy-tale world of Hemu Village, and enjoy the sunset light at Colorful Beach.This route can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. If you have travel intentions, feel free to contact customer service for details.
📞 Phone:181-3962-2233
💬 WeChat:181-3962-2233
(Address information can be obtained directly from customer service)
🧳 Cost and Service Description
Cost includes transportation, accommodation (train compartment + land hotel), first admission tickets to attractions, guide service, meals (some main meals), and basic on-board services. The train uses an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + service’, and train tickets are not sold separately.
On-board facilities are complete, with bathrooms, charging ports, senior-friendly handrails, barrier-free passages, emergency call devices, etc., ensuring safety and comfort. The multi-functional car supports audio-visual entertainment, board games, small meetings, etc., enhancing the travel experience.
Special notes:Weather, road conditions, scenic area opening status, policy changes, etc., involved in the itinerary may lead to reasonable optimization of the visit order or content. Changes can be made after mutual agreement.
For solo travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation. All service content and cancellation/change rules are in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations, subject to actual consultation and contract.
Choosing ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is not just a trip but a slower lifestyle. 17 days, from the Central Plains to the Western Regions, from oases to snow-capped mountains, let the vastness of Xinjiang unfold leisurely.
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).
