2026Train to the South of the Great River Tour Route Registration and Ticket Purchase Guide Where is the South of the Great River Song Video of the South of the Great River
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.
✨ [2026 In-Depth Experience Guide to the Train ‘South of the Great River’] 17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang:A mobile cultural museum traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains✨
🚂 [Itinerary Highlights:A mobile ‘Five-Star Cultural Living Room’]
The ‘South of the Great River’ train is not an ordinary tourist train but an innovative travel experience that combines ‘transportation + accommodation + cultural experience.’ The train features full-train bathroom facilities and offers a variety of room types, including 2/3/4-person rooms. The carriages are equipped with noise reduction systems, ensuring a peaceful sleep even when traveling through the Gobi Desert. The multi-functional carriage serves as a ‘mobile cultural museum,’ featuring karaoke, a chess and card room, an intangible cultural heritage display area, and daily performances of ethnic songs and dances as well as handicraft workshops, turning the journey into an in-depth cultural experience.
The train’s dining car is managed by a team of star-rated chefs, offering eight local specialties daily, ranging from Turpan raisin pilaf to Ili smoked horse intestine, from Kashgar roasted stuffed bun to Urumqi big plate chicken. The dining car also features a ‘food origin corner,’ displaying the growth environments of Xinjiang’s special ingredients with real objects.
🗺 ️[17-Day Panoramic Itinerary Analysis of Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
📅 Daily Itinerary Highlights (Optimized based on the ‘Simple Itinerary’)
▶️ Zhengzhou/Luoyang Boarding Days (D1-D2):
The train travels west along the Longhai Railway, with a ‘mobile classroom’ arranged when passing through Xi’an, where cultural scholars explain the history of the Silk Road. The carriage features ‘cultural artifact reproduction display cases,’ showcasing high-quality replicas of artifacts such as Niya site textiles and Loulan documents.
▶️ Turpan Core Day (D3):
✨[2026 In-Depth Experience Guide to the Train ‘South of the Great River’] 17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: A mobile cultural museum traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains✨When visiting the Karez irrigation system, professional engineers explain the principles of the underground water conservancy project; a ‘heat sensation experience zone’ is set up in the Flaming Mountains scenic area, allowing visitors to walk on the 70°C ground wearing heat-resistant suits. Grape Valley offers a DIY raisin-making experience, where visitors can take home their self-made dried fruit gift boxes.
▶️ Pamir Plateau Day (D5-D6):
Starry sky photography lessons are arranged by the Karakul Lake, with professional astronomical telescopes provided for observing Muztagh Ata; visits to local families are upgraded to ‘folk culture workshops,’ where visitors can learn to make eagle flutes and Tajik embroidery, with their works framed and taken home on-site.
▶️ Duoku Road Day (D8-D9):
The ‘segmented crossing’ mode is adopted to avoid congested sections. Geological experts accompany visitors to explain at the Tianshan Secret Canyon, and a ‘local life experience zone’ is set up on the Bayanbulak Grassland, where visitors can participate in traditional labor such as milking cows and making nang bread.
▶️ Kanas In-Depth Day (D12-D13):
Accommodation in Hemu Village is upgraded to Tuvan wooden cabins, offering traditional clothing photo services; the Wucaitan Beach arranges ‘geological pigment collection’ activities, where visitors can paint their exclusive postcards with natural mineral pigments.
💰 [2026 Pricing System Explanation]
🎫 Price Composition Analysis (Taking the May 9 departure as an example)
▶️ Bathroom 4-Person Room:
🚂[Itinerary Highlights: A mobile ‘Five-Star Cultural Living Room’]Upper bunk 15,999 yuan/person | Lower bunk 17,999 yuan/person
(Includes all-train cultural activities, 15 main meals, first entrance tickets to scenic spots)
▶️ Bathroom 2-Person Room:
39,999 yuan/person | Super value 3rd person 13,999 yuan/person (under 6 years old)
(Includes exclusive butler service, upgraded meal standards, special souvenirs)
⚠ ️ Price Fluctuation Notice:
Prices will increase to the range of 19,999-45,999 yuan/person from the May 30 departure, mainly due to the peak tourist season in Xinjiang during summer, which limits scenic spot reception capacity and increases costs. All prices include 1.5 million yuan in travel accident insurance, subject to the signed contract for details.
📱 [Registration Methods and Consultation Channels]
Registration is available through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, offering the following services:
The ‘South of the Great River’ train is not an ordinary tourist train but an innovative travel experience that combines ‘transportation + accommodation + cultural experience.’ The train features full-train bathroom facilities and offers a variety of room types, including 2/3/4-person rooms. The carriages are equipped with noise reduction systems, ensuring a peaceful sleep even when traveling through the Gobi Desert. The multi-functional carriage serves as a ‘mobile cultural museum,’ featuring karaoke, a chess and card room, an intangible cultural heritage display area, and daily performances of ethnic songs and dances as well as handicraft workshops, turning the journey into an in-depth cultural experience.▶️ 7×12-hour online consultation (10:00-22:00)
▶️ Customized demand response (e.g., birthday arrangements, anniversary planning)
▶️ Special group care services (elderly companionship, childcare)
Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service to obtain the ‘Pre-Trip Manual,’ which includes:
✅ – Northern and Southern Xinjiang climate response guide
✅ – Altitude sickness prevention plan
✅ – Special food map
✅ – Photography spot recommendations
🚌 [Ground Transportation Solutions]
🛣 ️ Scenic spot shuttle vehicle references (2026 recent quotes)
The train’s dining car is managed by a team of star-rated chefs, offering eight local specialties daily, ranging from Turpan raisin pilaf to Ili smoked horse intestine, from Kashgar roasted stuffed bun to Urumqi big plate chicken. The dining car also features a ‘food origin corner,’ displaying the growth environments of Xinjiang’s special ingredients with real objects.▶️ 7-seat business vehicle:800 yuan/day (all quotes are for reference only; specific prices are subject to customer service quotes!)
(Suitable for small family groups, equipped with first aid kits and child seats)
▶️ 19-seat minibus:1,200 yuan/day (all quotes are for reference only; specific prices are subject to customer service quotes!)
(Features low-floor design for easy boarding and alighting by the elderly)
▶️ 55-seat coach:1,800 yuan/day (all quotes are for reference only; specific prices are subject to customer service quotes!)
(Equipped with a dual air conditioning system and USB charging ports at each row)
All vehicles are equipped with GPS positioning and emergency call systems, and drivers must pass the ‘Xinjiang Tourism Passenger Transport Certification’ before taking up their posts.
📝 [Fee Explanation and Service Standards]
🔍 Items included in the fees:
🗺️[17-Day Panoramic Itinerary Analysis of Northern and Southern Xinjiang]▶️ Transportation:Train berth + ground shuttle + scenic spot shuttle bus
▶️ Accommodation:14 nights on the train + 1 night in a Kanas special民宿 (guesthouse)
▶️ Dining:15 main meals (including 6 special meals) + 14 breakfasts
▶️ Experiences:12 cultural activities + 8 hands-on experiences
⚠ ️ Important Reminders:
▶️ Single travelers will be coordinated for shared rooms as much as possible; a single room supplement of 3,500 yuan/person is required for separate accommodation
▶️ Children under 6 years old do not occupy berths; sleeping bags must be provided for ground accommodation
▶️ Secondary consumption within scenic spots (e.g., horse riding, boat rides) is at the traveler’s own expense
🌄 [Seasonal Operational Changes]
According to the recent notice from the Xinjiang Cultural and Tourism Department in 2026:
📅 Daily Itinerary Highlights (Optimized based on the ‘Simple Itinerary’)▶️ Duoku Road通行 (open) period:June 1 – October 10 (alternative plans will be activated in case of extreme weather)
▶️ Kanas scenic spot visitor limit:Daily reception capacity does not exceed 25,000 visitors; early registration 30 days in advance is recommended
▶️ Pamir Plateau pass:The travel agency will handle it uniformly; a copy of a valid ID is required
🎶 [Cultural Extension Recommendations]
Search for ‘South of the Great River song video’ to watch the train’s theme song MV, created by the Xinjiang Musicians Association, blending Twelve Muqam elements with modern electronic music. Different versions are played daily on the train, and visitors are invited to participate in chorus recordings.
📌 [Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist]
▶️ Documents:Original valid ID + 3 copies
▶️ Clothing:Windbreaker + sun protection clothing + comfortable hiking shoes
▶️ Medications:Rhodiola capsules + motion sickness patches + gastrointestinal medicine
▶️ Equipment:20,000mAh power bank + windproof tripod
(This information is updated as of March 2026 and is subject to the recent announcements by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For high-altitude areas in the itinerary, it is recommended to undergo a physical examination and consult a doctor before traveling.)
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.
