Southern and Northern Xinjiang Loop 17 Days Tiring or Not Dahezhinan Special Train Relaxing Tour
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 for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 Is the 17-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang loop tiring? The Dahezhinan train offers a relaxed tour—slow down to see the scenery.
In the fast-paced travel era, ‘check-in’ style trips often leave people exhausted. But when you board the ‘Dahezhinan’ tourist train, you’ll find a completely different Xinjiang experience—no need to pack luggage daily, no early morning buses, no frequent hotel changes. Sleep soundly on the smoothly running train at night, and leisurely step into Turpan’s grape trellises, the lakes of the Pamir Plateau, and the morning mist of Kanas during the day. This 17-day full loop of Southern and Northern Xinjiang emphasizes ‘slowness,’ and that’s why, despite the long itinerary, it’s not tiring.
🌄 Route Highlights:An in-depth experience traversing the essence of Xinjiang
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is not an ordinary train but a tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and guide services. It departs from the Central Plains, heads west through the Hexi Corridor into Xinjiang, connecting the vibrant culture of Southern Xinjiang with the magnificent nature of Northern Xinjiang.
The itinerary covers classic destinations like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain. Notably, the route includes a full traverse of the Duku Highway—a scenic road hailed as ‘one of China’s most beautiful highways,’ recommended for its brief summer opening, making a complete experience rare.
The train operates on a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ model, focusing on sightseeing during the day and moving at night, greatly reducing travel fatigue. Cabins are equipped with bathrooms, thermostatic toilets, latex mattresses, charging ports, and anti-slip facilities, ideal for families or elderly travelers. Multi-functional cars feature audio-visual systems, chess tables, and karaoke equipment, offering interaction and relaxation during the journey.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on local route facts)
Southern and Northern Xinjiang 17-Day Full Loop Duku Version Brief Itinerary:
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
🚂 Is the 17-day Southern and Northern Xinjiang loop tiring? The Dahezhinan train offers a relaxed tour—slow down to see the scenery.Main 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 special train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – Ethnic family visits – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Bayin
In the fast-paced travel era, ‘check-in’ style trips often leave people exhausted. But when you board the ‘Dahezhinan’ tourist train, you’ll find a completely different Xinjiang experience—no need to pack luggage daily, no early morning buses, no frequent hotel changes. Sleep soundly on the smoothly running train at night, and leisurely step into Turpan’s grape trellises, the lakes of the Pamir Plateau, and the morning mist of Kanas during the day. This 17-day full loop of Southern and Northern Xinjiang emphasizes ‘slowness,’ and that’s why, despite the long itinerary, it’s not tiring. 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
D14 Urumqi – Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning in Urumqi, board the return train
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
🌄 Route Highlights: An in-depth experience traversing the essence of XinjiangD17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
> Note:Actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, scenic area policies, etc., with mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on local route facts)
The Dahezhinan special train features full-train bathrooms, with 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person cabins to meet different travel needs. Cabin design balances comfort and convenience, using various technologies to reduce noise; multi-functional cars are equipped with audio-visual systems, serving meeting, dining, chess, and karaoke functions; the train has a dedicated dining car and chef team, ensuring meal quality during the trip!
Dahezhinan Southern and Northern Xinjiang departure dates:
Take the tourist train to explore beautiful Xinjiang, 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 for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
May 9, 2026, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
Specific prices for reference (subject to signed contract):
May 9, 2026:
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is not an ordinary train but a tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and guide services. It departs from the Central Plains, heads west through the Hexi Corridor into Xinjiang, connecting the vibrant culture of Southern Xinjiang with the magnificent nature of Northern Xinjiang.Bathroom 4-person cabin upper berth:15999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person cabin lower berth:17999 RMB/person
Children (under 6, no berth on train, no bed on land):5999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person cabin:39999 RMB/person
Value-added 3rd person (under 6):13999 RMB/person; over 6 years old at adult rate 19999 RMB/person
May 30, 2026 and later departures (June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11):
Bathroom 4-person cabin upper berth:19999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person cabin lower berth:21999 RMB/person
Children (under 6):6999 RMB/person
The itinerary covers classic destinations like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianchi Lake of Tianshan Mountain. Notably, the route includes a full traverse of the Duku Highway—a scenic road hailed as ‘one of China’s most beautiful highways,’ recommended for its brief summer opening, making a complete experience rare.Bathroom 2-person cabin:45999 RMB/person
Value-added 3rd person (under 6):15999 RMB/person; over 6 years old at adult rate 23999 RMB/person
> Warm Tips:Prices and availability may vary by departure; please refer to actual consultation and signed travel contract.
📞 How to Register?
This travel product can be consulted and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For information on departure availability, cabin selection, or itinerary details, contact customer service at 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat). Staff will assist with registration, berth selection, and contract signing.
Solo travelers will have the travel agency try to arrange shared accommodation; if a single room is needed, it can be negotiated fairly.
🍽 ️ Fee and Service Explanation
Fees include full-train accommodation (with bathroom cabins), first admission tickets to scenic spots, local transportation, guide services, and multi-meal dining provided by the dining car (meal standards per itinerary). Meals focus on balanced nutrition and cater to diverse tastes, suitable for health-conscious travelers.
Note that some scenic area internal transport (e.g., shuttle buses, boat rides), personal expenses, voluntary self-funded items, and travel insurance are not included in the group fee. All service content and standards are subject to the final signed travel contract.
The train operates on a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ model, focusing on sightseeing during the day and moving at night, greatly reducing travel fatigue. Cabins are equipped with bathrooms, thermostatic toilets, latex mattresses, charging ports, and anti-slip facilities, ideal for families or elderly travelers. Multi-functional cars feature audio-visual systems, chess tables, and karaoke equipment, offering interaction and relaxation during the journey.🌿 Why is it ‘not tiring’?
The 17-day itinerary may seem long, but the ‘Dahezhinan’ design alleviates the fatigue of long-distance travel:
Luggage stays put:The train serves as a ‘mobile home,’ eliminating daily packing and hotel changes;
Relaxed pace:1–2 core attractions per day, with ample time for sightseeing and rest;
Night travel:Saves daytime travel time, maximizing sightseeing efficiency;
Elderly-friendly:Cabins include medical areas, emergency call devices, and anti-slip facilities.
For travelers seeking to escape the hustle and immerse in the western frontier scenery, this is not just a sightseeing trip but a flowing life experience.
📞 For more details, contact:
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Customer Service Phone / WeChat:181-3962-2233
(Specific itinerary, prices, and availability subject to actual communication and contract confirmation)
For more Xinjiang tourist train details, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
