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🚂 【Dahezhinan · Slow Travel Xinjiang】—— 17 Days of Seeing the North and South of the Tianshan Mountains by Train
In this fast-paced era, a truly ‘slow’ journey is especially precious. In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special tourist train, equipped with full-train bathrooms, comfortable compartments, and multi-functional carriages, connects the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang. This route not only covers classic destinations like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, and Kanas, but also uses a combination of rail and road transfers to give the journey both rhythm and depth.
📍 Route Highlights:Spanning Northern and Southern Xinjiang, a Panoramic Presentation of Xinjiang’s Beauty
This itinerary starts from the Central Plains, enters Xinjiang via the Hexi Corridor, heads west deep into the Pamir Plateau, then traverses the Tianshan Mountains along the Duku Highway, finally heading north to the Altai Mountains region. Along the way, it covers oasis culture, alpine lakes, grassland pastures, canyon landscapes, and border ports, with a large geographical span and rich landscape types. Especially from May to September, Xinjiang enjoys pleasant weather, lush vegetation, blooming flowers, and blue lakes, making it the golden season for photography, leisure, and family trips.
According to current scenic area opening policies (as of April 2026), the Duku Highway is expected to officially open in early June. The D8-D10 segments in the itinerary will be flexibly adjusted based on actual road conditions, with efforts made to pass through. All land tour segments will be handled by local compliant tourist vehicles, with full tour guide service.
📋 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly as per the Final Draft)
Simplified Itinerary for the 17-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama Tour (Duku Version):
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main Passing Points:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, free rest or entertainment on the train

🚂【Dahezhinan · Slow Travel Xinjiang】—— 17 Days of Seeing the North and South of the Tianshan Mountains by TrainMain Passing Points:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner, Turpan
D4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Special Train to Kashgar, Lunch/Dinner, Dahezhinan Special Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – Local Ethnic Family Visit -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Special Train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Bayin
D9 Bayinbuluk Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Nalati
D10 Nalati Valley Grassland – Six Star Street – Yining
D11 Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Special Train to Beitun

In this fast-paced era, a truly ‘slow’ journey is especially precious. In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special tourist train, equipped with full-train bathrooms, comfortable compartments, and multi-functional carriages, connects the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang. This route not only covers classic destinations like Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, and Kanas, but also uses a combination of rail and road transfers to give the journey both rhythm and depth. D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Special Train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning in Urumqi, board the special train for return
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark the special train along the way
Main Passing Stations:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark the special train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang journey
Main Passing Stations:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
> Note:Land transportation, scenic spot visit order, and accommodation locations involved in the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, traffic control, or scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Description (Based on the Final Draft)
The Dahezhinan Northern and Southern Xinjiang special train offers various room types, with full-train bathrooms, including 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms, balancing privacy and social needs. The carriages use noise reduction technology, and the multi-functional carriages integrate audio-visual, dining, chess, and KTV functions to enhance the travel experience.

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
📍Route Highlights: Spanning Northern and Southern Xinjiang, a Panoramic Presentation of Xinjiang’s BeautyDeparture dates and reference prices are as follows (subject to the signed contract):
May 9, 2026
Bathroom 4-person room upper berth:15999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room lower berth:17999 RMB/person
Children (under 6, no berth on the train, no bed on land):5999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room:39999 RMB/person
Third person in a 2-person room (under 6):13999 RMB/person; over 6 years old at adult rate 19999 RMB/person
May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026
Bathroom 4-person room upper berth:19999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person room lower berth:21999 RMB/person

This itinerary starts from the Central Plains, enters Xinjiang via the Hexi Corridor, heads west deep into the Pamir Plateau, then traverses the Tianshan Mountains along the Duku Highway, finally heading north to the Altai Mountains region. Along the way, it covers oasis culture, alpine lakes, grassland pastures, canyon landscapes, and border ports, with a large geographical span and rich landscape types. Especially from May to September, Xinjiang enjoys pleasant weather, lush vegetation, blooming flowers, and blue lakes, making it the golden season for photography, leisure, and family trips.Children (under 6):6999 RMB/person
Bathroom 2-person room:45999 RMB/person
Third person in a 2-person room (under 6):15999 RMB/person; over 6 years old at adult rate 23999 RMB/person
> Warm Tips:The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may fluctuate due to factors such as departure dates and room availability. The final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 How to Register
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly)
📝 Inclusions and Service Description

According to current scenic area opening policies (as of April 2026), the Duku Highway is expected to officially open in early June. The D8-D10 segments in the itinerary will be flexibly adjusted based on actual road conditions, with efforts made to pass through. All land tour segments will be handled by local compliant tourist vehicles, with full tour guide service.Inclusions typically include:
Round-trip tourist train sleeper (room type)
Air-conditioned tourist bus for land segments as listed
First admission tickets to scenic spots (such as Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, Grape Valley, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Colorful Beach, Sayram Lake, etc.)
Meals included throughout (main meals on the train and land segments, some breakfasts)
Professional tour guide service
Travel agency liability insurance
Exclusions:Personal expenses, (if you need to use a private compartment), internal transportation within scenic spots (such as shuttle buses, cruise ships, etc., paid as incurred), voluntary self-funded items, and additional expenses due to force majeure.
> All service content, reception standards, and cancellation/modification rules are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations, subject to actual consultation and signed contract.
🌿 Final Words
‘Dahezhinan’ is not just a train; it is a return to a way of traveling—using 17 days to traverse the Gobi, oases, snow-capped mountains, lakes, and grasslands, experiencing the vastness and gentleness of Xinjiang in a moving ‘home.’ Whether for family trips, senior groups, or photography enthusiasts, everyone can find their own rhythm on this route.
If you plan to travel in spring or summer 2026, consider the first departure on May 9. At this time, Xinjiang’s weather is moderate, with relatively fewer tourists, offering a more relaxed experience. For more details, feel free to call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (same as WeChat).
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