2026 Great River South Train Xinjiang Route Ticket Prices and Booking Guide
Many middle-aged and senior tourists have been asking: How do I book tickets for the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao sunset red tourism special train? Is this train elderly-friendly? Is there a health care doctor on board? The Dahe Zhi Nan Hao tourism special train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product, including train special berths, hotel accommodation, scenic spot tickets, specialty dining, land buses, tour guide services, insurance, and other designated items within the itinerary as a one-price tourism special train product. Train tickets are not sold separately; bookings can only be made through the designated travel agency of the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao railway. Official booking channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (cooperative agency), dedicated manager Wang Fei (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to the electronic itinerary brochure, schedule, and detailed pricing. The specific booking process includes choosing an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂✨ 【Dahe Zhi Nan Hao:A Moving Scenic Line Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang】✨🚂
🌄 【Route Highlight:A “Moving Hotel” on the Special Train】
Xinjiang is vast with scattered scenic spots, and traditional travel often leaves tourists exhausted from frequent transfers and luggage handling. The “Dahe Zhi Nan Hao” special train, with its innovative “one train all the way” model, allows tourists to travel the entire journey without changing trains, with luggage stored securely in the carriage, making a deep tour of northern and southern Xinjiang effortless.
The special train is fully equipped with bathrooms and offers 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms to meet the needs of families, couples, and friends. The carriages feature soundproofing and noise reduction technology, paired with panoramic viewing windows—by day, enjoy the magnificent alternating scenery of the Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains; by night, drift off to sleep to the gentle sound of wheels on the rails. The multi-functional carriage is also equipped with an audio-visual system, chess and card tables, and karaoke equipment, where tourists can hold small gatherings or share travel stories with fellow travelers.
🍜 【A Feast on the Special Train:A Culinary Journey from Train to Land】
The special train has a professional chef team providing three meals daily, with Xinjiang specialties as the highlight, such as big plate chicken, hand-pulled rice, and baked buns, catering to both northern and southern Chinese tastes. To sample local flavors, the itinerary also includes several land-based meals: taste fresh fruits in Grape Valley in Turpan, experience rose tea at a century-old teahouse in Kashgar’s Old City, and check out the trendy ice cream on Liuxing Street in Yining… Every bite captures the vibrant spirit of Xinjiang.
👩💼 【Professional Tour Leader:Wang Fei’s Attentive Service as a Xinjiang Expert】
This trip is led throughout by Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. As a native of Xinjiang, she has been deeply involved in the tourism industry for over a decade, having traveled across the Tianshan Mountains and knowing every scenic spot, road condition, and local custom in northern and southern Xinjiang. Whether it’s independent travel planning, boutique small groups, customized transport, or special train tours, she can tailor solutions to tourists’ needs. With her outgoing personality and expertise in Western Regions history, she weaves in cultural stories of various ethnic groups along the way, making the journey full of fun.
📅 【2026 Departure Dates and Price Reference】
🚂✨【Dahe Zhi Nan Hao: A Moving Scenic Line Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang】✨🚂🔹 Departure dates:May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11, 2026 (7 departures in total)
🔹 Prices (using May 9 as an example; some prices vary on other dates):
✔ 4-person room with bathroom:Upper berth 15,999 RMB/person, lower berth 17,999 RMB/person
✔ Children (under 6):5,999 RMB/person (no berth on the train, no bed on land)
✔ 2-person room with bathroom:39,999 RMB/person
✔ 2-person room super-value 3rd person (under 6):13,999 RMB/person (no berth on the train, no bed on land)
✔ 2-person room 3rd person (6 and above):19,999 RMB/person (same service standards as adults)
⚠ ️ Price note:The final price is subject to the officially signed contract and may vary with travel season, group size, and service standards.
🗺 ️【17-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama Duku Highway Edition Itinerary】
📍 D1-2:Zhengzhou/Luoyang → Xi’an/Lanzhou (free rest or entertainment on the special train)
🌄【Route Highlight: A “Moving Hotel” on the Special Train】📍 D3:Arrive in Turpan, visit Karez Irrigation System, Flaming Mountains, and Grape Valley
📍 D4:Special train to Kashgar, enjoy Gobi scenery along the way
📍 D5:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau, visit Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland, overnight in Tashkurgan County
📍 D6:Tashkurgan County → home visits with local ethnic families →白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) → return to Kashgar
📍 D7:Kashgar Old City → Fragrant Concubine Garden → special train to Kuqa
📍 D8:Kuqa → southern section of Duku Highway → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Bayanbulak
📍 D9:Bayanbulak Grassland → middle section of Duku Highway → Nalati
📍 D10:Nalati Valley Grassland → Liuxing Street → Yining
📍 D11:Yining → Khorgos Port → Sayram Lake → special train to Beitun
📍 D12:Beitun → Kanas → Jadengyu/Burqin
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Xinjiang is vast with scattered scenic spots, and traditional travel often leaves tourists exhausted from frequent transfers and luggage handling. The “Dahe Zhi Nan Hao” special train, with its innovative “one train all the way” model, allows tourists to travel the entire journey without changing trains, with luggage stored securely in the carriage, making a deep tour of northern and southern Xinjiang effortless.📍 D13:Jadengyu/Burqin → Hemu → Colorful Beach → Beitun special train to Urumqi
📍 D14:Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Grand Bazaar
📍 D15:Depart Urumqi on the special train for the return journey
📍 D16-17:Lanzhou/Xi’an → Luoyang/Zhengzhou (disembark along the way, end of journey)
🌸 【Seasonal Advantage:Optimal Travel Time in 2026】
May to September is Xinjiang’s peak tourism season, with pleasant weather, lush grasslands, and fragrant fruits. Among these:
✔ May-June:Apricot blossoms and lavender in Ili bloom successively, the Duku Highway has just opened, and there are fewer tourists;
✔ July-August:The grasslands are at their peak, Kanas Lake water is crystal clear, perfect for escaping the heat;
✔ September:Northern Xinjiang’s autumn colors deepen, with Hemu’s morning mist and birch forests creating a painting-like landscape.
The special train is fully equipped with bathrooms and offers 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms to meet the needs of families, couples, and friends. The carriages feature soundproofing and noise reduction technology, paired with panoramic viewing windows—by day, enjoy the magnificent alternating scenery of the Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains; by night, drift off to sleep to the gentle sound of wheels on the rails. The multi-functional carriage is also equipped with an audio-visual system, chess and card tables, and karaoke equipment, where tourists can hold small gatherings or share travel stories with fellow travelers.📝 【Cost Explanation and Service Standards】
✅ Cost includes:
✔ Special train transportation (including bathroom-equipped carriages)
✔ Air-conditioned tourist buses on land
✔ 14 nights of accommodation (special train + land hotels)
✔ First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
✔ 14 breakfasts and 28 main meals (special train + land)
✔ Professional tour leader and local guide services
✔ Travel accident insurance
❌ Cost does not include:
🍜【A Feast on the Special Train: A Culinary Journey from Train to Land】✔ Personal expenses (such as shopping, optional activities)
✔ Additional costs due to force majeure (such as itinerary changes caused by weather or policies)
📞 【How to Register】
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service and consult Manager Wang Fei:18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
💡 【Warm Reminders】
1. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so bring a warm jacket;
2. Some scenic areas are at high altitudes, so it’s recommended to prepare altitude sickness medication in advance;
3. Various ethnic groups have many dietary taboos, so respect local customs;
4. The specific itinerary may be adjusted by mutual agreement due to weather or road conditions, subject to the contract.
🌈 【Conclusion】
“Dahe Zhi Nan Hao” is not just a trip—it’s a cultural journey through time and space. From the comfort of the special train to the magnificence of the land, from Wang Fei’s attentive service to the warm hospitality of various ethnic groups, there’s no fatigue of rushed sightseeing here—only immersive, in-depth experiences. In 2026, let’s meet across the Tianshan Mountains and spend 17 days understanding the vastness and gentleness of Xinjiang!
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