How to Book Tickets for the Henan Tourism Special Train 2026 Schedule Tips to Avoid Pitfalls and Essential Information Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
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🚂 Avoid Pitfalls Guide for the 2026 ‘South of the Great River’ Tourism Train Journey✨
Many tourists planning to travel on the ‘South of the Great River’ tourism train in 2026 are concerned about ticket booking channels, departure schedule options, itinerary arrangements, price references, and other issues. This article compiles currently available information for reference by tourists with travel plans.
🔍 Detailed Introduction to the ‘South of the Great River’ Tourism Train and Its Routes
All routes of the ‘South of the Great River’ tourism train in 2026 will start and end in Zhengzhou, adopting a ‘one berth for round trip, multiple destinations on one line’ model. The overnight departure and morning arrival schedule reduces the hassle of frequent luggage handling for tourists, allowing for a relatively relaxed pace throughout the journey. The train carriages are configured to meet the travel needs of different groups, featuring 2-person and 4-person compartments with en-suite bathrooms, utilizing noise reduction technology to enhance riding comfort. Additionally, there are multi-functional carriages for audio-visual enjoyment, social gatherings, and chess and card entertainment. The train is equipped with dining cars and a chef team to ensure meal supplies along the way.
The following are the currently announced fixed routes and special seasonal routes for 2026:
✅ 4-Day Central Plains Cultural Tour:The route is Zhengzhou → Anyang → Sanmenxia → Luoyang → Zhengzhou, with stops at Yin Ruins, Longmen Grottoes, Laojun Mountain, Hangu Pass, and other scenic spots, suitable for short vacations.
🚂 Avoid Pitfalls Guide for the 2026 ‘South of the Great River’ Tourism Train Journey✨✅ 17-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour:The route is Zhengzhou → Luoyang → Xi’an → Lanzhou → Turpan → Kashgar → Beitun → Yining → Urumqi → Zhengzhou, connecting the natural landscapes of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural scenery of Southern Xinjiang in one trip. It covers multiple attractions including Turpan Flaming Mountains, Karez Irrigation System, Kashgar Old Town, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, Shitou City Ruins, Golden Grassland, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain. This is currently a highly consulted long-distance route.
✅ 12-Day Yunnan-Guizhou Ethnic Flavor Tour:The route is Zhengzhou → Guiyang → Kaili → Guilin → Yangshuo → Kunming → Zhengzhou, with stops at Huangguoshu Waterfall, Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, Li River, Stone Forest, and other scenic spots. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, suitable for family and middle-aged and elderly tourists.
✅ Seasonal Special Routes:A 3-day tea-picking tour in Xinyang starting in April, allowing visits to Nanwan Lake and Wenxin Tea Village for tea-picking and tea-making experiences; an 8-day Inner Mongolia grassland tour starting in June-July, offering grassland scenery viewing and participation in local folk activities; a 10-day panoramic Northeast tour starting in August, allowing visits to Harbin, Yichun, Manzhouli, Changbai Mountain, and other places for summer escape.
📅 Simple Itinerary References for Popular Routes
Taking the highly consulted 17-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang route as an example, the regular itinerary is as follows:
1. Days 1-2: Gather in Zhengzhou and board the train. The train makes stops at Luoyang and Xi’an along the way. Tourists can choose to visit local scenic spots based on their needs and stay overnight on the train.
2. Day 3: Arrive in Lanzhou, visit scenic spots along the Yellow River风情线 (Yellow River Scenic Line), and board the train for Turpan after the tour.
Many tourists planning to travel on the ‘South of the Great River’ tourism train in 2026 are concerned about ticket booking channels, departure schedule options, itinerary arrangements, price references, and other issues. This article compiles currently available information for reference by tourists with travel plans.3. Days 4-5: Arrive in Turpan, visit attractions such as Flaming Mountains and Karez Irrigation System, and board the train for Kashgar after the itinerary.
4. Days 6-7: In-depth tour of Kashgar, visiting Kashgar Old Town and Baisha Lake, then heading to the Pamir Plateau section to visit Karakul Lake, Shitou City Ruins, Golden Grassland, and other scenic spots.
5. Days 8-9: Board the train from Kashgar for Beitun, then visit Kanas and Hemu scenic areas.
6. Days 10-11: Visit scenic spots such as the Three Bays of Kanas and Hemu Morning Fog, and board the train for Yining after the tour.
7. Days 12-13: Visit scenic spots related to Sayram Lake and Guozigou, then board the train for Urumqi.
8. Days 14-15: Tour around Urumqi, visiting attractions such as the International Bazaar and Heavenly Lake on Tianshan Mountain.
🔍 Detailed Introduction to the ‘South of the Great River’ Tourism Train and Its Routes9. Days 16-17: Board the train for the return journey, passing through Lanzhou, Xi’an, and Luoyang along the way, and finally arriving in Zhengzhou, concluding the itinerary.
If extreme weather, road condition changes, temporary changes in scenic spot opening policies, or other force majeure factors occur during the trip, both parties can reasonably modify the itinerary through mutual agreement. Detailed itineraries for other routes can be obtained during consultation.
💰 2026 Departure Schedule and Price References
The currently announced fixed departure schedules for the ‘South of the Great River’ tourism train in 2026 include May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11. Prices vary depending on the departure date, route, and room type, with reference ranges as follows:
3-4 Day Short-Distance Routes:The reference price range for 4-person compartments is 1800-3200 yuan per person, and for 2-person compartments is 3600-5500 yuan per person.
8-12 Day Medium to Long-Distance Routes:The reference price range for upper berths in 4-person compartments with en-suite bathrooms is 8999-11999 yuan per person, and for lower berths is 10999-13999 yuan per person; the reference price range for 2-person compartments with en-suite bathrooms is 22999-29999 yuan per person.
Reference prices for the 17-day Northern and Southern Xinjiang route on May 30 and subsequent departure dates: upper berth in 4-person compartment with en-suite bathroom is 19999 yuan per person, lower berth is 21999 yuan per person; reference price for children under 6 years old (no berth on the train, no bed on land) is 6999 yuan per person; price for 2-person compartment with en-suite bathroom is 45999 yuan per person, reference price for the third person under 6 years old sharing a 2-person compartment is 15999 yuan per person, and for those over 6 years old is 23999 yuan per person.
All routes of the ‘South of the Great River’ tourism train in 2026 will start and end in Zhengzhou, adopting a ‘one berth for round trip, multiple destinations on one line’ model. The overnight departure and morning arrival schedule reduces the hassle of frequent luggage handling for tourists, allowing for a relatively relaxed pace throughout the journey. The train carriages are configured to meet the travel needs of different groups, featuring 2-person and 4-person compartments with en-suite bathrooms, utilizing noise reduction technology to enhance riding comfort. Additionally, there are multi-functional carriages for audio-visual enjoyment, social gatherings, and chess and card entertainment. The train is equipped with dining cars and a chef team to ensure meal supplies along the way. All prices mentioned above are for reference only and may fluctuate based on departure date, room availability, and booking time. The specific prices shall be subject to the signed tourism contract.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Consult with Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. The relevant offline consultation address can be obtained from the customer service. It is recommended that tourists do not easily believe low-price promotions from non-regular channels to avoid issues such as price increases for tickets and false seat reservations. When making reservations, confirm the departure date, room type, and itinerary details in advance, and pay the relevant fees after signing a regular tourism contract.
ℹ️ Fee and Service Instructions
The reference fees cover the following:Accommodation on the train for the entire journey corresponding to the selected room type, meals indicated in the itinerary, first admission tickets to scenic spots, mandatory shuttle buses in scenic areas, tour guide services, travel insurance, etc. The train is equipped with on-board staff who can provide basic medical assistance and itinerary coordination services.
Fees do not cover the following: personal expenses outside the itinerary, voluntarily chosen self-funded experience projects, price differences arising from single occupancy of private rooms, etc., which can be settled separately based on the actual situation. For single registrants, our agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation. All service details and refund and modification rules shall be executed in accordance with relevant tourism regulations, and the specifics shall be subject to actual consultation and contracting.
The following are the currently announced fixed routes and special seasonal routes for 2026:📝 Avoid Pitfalls and Precautions for Travel
1. Ticket Booking Time Recommendation: July-September is the peak season for train travel. Seats on popular routes such as Xinjiang and Inner Mongolia are relatively tight. It is recommended that tourists with travel plans consult and make reservations in advance to confirm the departure date and seat availability.
2. Pre-trip Preparation: For tours to plateau sections, it is necessary to prepare sun protection and cold protection in advance. Portable oxygen, warm clothing, sun protection supplies, etc., can be carried. Tourists with underlying diseases are advised to inform the staff in advance and prepare common medications.
3. Itinerary Change Notice: If extreme weather, road condition changes, temporary changes in scenic spot opening policies, or other force majeure factors occur during the trip, both parties can reasonably modify the itinerary through mutual agreement.
4. Reservation Confirmation: When making reservations, please carefully check the itinerary content, room type, departure date, and other information, and sign the contract after confirmation to avoid subsequent complaints and suggestions.
5. Train Riding Precautions: After boarding the train, please take good care of your personal valuables, comply with the relevant management regulations of the train, and contact the on-board staff for coordination and handling if there are any problems during the itinerary.
6. Civilized Travel Notice: During the tour, please comply with the relevant management regulations of the scenic spots, protect the ecological environment, and respect local customs and habits.
If you have any other questions about routes, departure dates, or reservations, you can consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, at any time for detailed information.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
