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【Dahe zhi Nan Hao Special Train】How to buy tickets and book the 2026 Dahe zhi Nan Hao Special Train?
For 2026, tickets for the Dahe zhi Nan Hao Special Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 How to buy tickets for the Dahe zhi Nan Hao Xinjiang tourism special train? Where is “Dahe zhi Nan”?
You may have heard the poetic name “Dahe zhi Nan” but are not quite sure where exactly it refers to. In fact, “Dahe zhi Nan” originates from the Central Plains culture’s respectful name for the Yellow River — south of the Yellow River, i.e., the Henan area. The “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” tourism special train is a distinctive long-distance slow-travel train departing from the Central Plains and heading toward the vast Western Regions, carrying a cross-regional dialogue of culture and nature from the Yellow River basin to the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. This special train is not just a choice of transportation but the start of an immersive travel and living experience.
I. Detailed introduction to the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” special train
The “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” is a distinctive tourism special train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, positioned as a comfortable mobile resort space. The train adopts the classic model of “traveling at night, sightseeing by day.” Tourists deeply explore destinations during the day and sleep soundly on the smoothly running train at night, without the need to frequently change hotels, repeatedly pack luggage, or endure the fatigue of cross-city transfers.
The entire route traverses the hinterland of northwest China, with a 17-day itinerary covering the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang’s landscapes — from the scorching Flaming Mountains of Turpan to the snowy peaks and lakes of the Pamir Plateau; from the magnificent canyons of the Duku Highway to the autumn-hued secret realm of Kanas (also lush green in summer). The overall pace is relaxed, emphasizing a reasonable balance between experience and sightseeing time, making it suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists, family groups, and photography enthusiasts seeking a relaxed, in-depth, and coherent travel experience.
II. Seat types, hardware configuration, and advantages of the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao”
The “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” is equipped with bathrooms throughout the train, and the space design balances privacy and practicality, using multiple noise-reduction technologies to ensure a quiet and comfortable journey. The train offers several types of compartments to meet different needs:
2-person compartment:A double space with two fixed berths (upper and lower), bathroom, storage cabinet, and power outlets, offering strong privacy — suitable for couples or travel companions.
3-person compartment:Available on some departures, compact but fully functional — suitable for families or groups of three.
4-person compartment:Divided into upper and lower berths, each with a bathroom, spacious, and cost-effective — suitable for friends traveling together or travelers on a moderate budget.
In addition, the train features multi-functional cars with audio-visual systems, lounge areas, chess and card tables, and karaoke equipment — for socializing and entertainment during the day and movie viewing at night. A dedicated dining car staffed by a professional chef team serves three meals daily with fresh ingredients and flavors catering to both northern and southern tastes, ensuring quality meals throughout the journey.

🚂 How to buy tickets for the Dahe zhi Nan Hao Xinjiang tourism special train? Where is “Dahe zhi Nan”?III. Travel quality and service highlights of the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao”
Unlike traditional group tours, the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” emphasizes the concept of a “mobile home,” with service details running through the entire journey:
Attentive accompanying service:Experienced tour guides and medical staff accompany the entire trip, responding promptly to passengers’ needs;
Comfortable accommodation experience:The special train is the “hotel” — no need to carry luggage daily, with a stable sleeping environment;
Exclusive special arrangements:Such as home visits with various ethnic groups in Tashkurgan, cultural tours of Kashgar Old City, and segmented deep crossings of the Duku Highway, avoiding superficial sightseeing;
Convenient transportation experience:The special train arrives directly at stations near core scenic areas, reducing long-distance bus transfers;
Reasonable dining standards:Freshly prepared hot meals in the dining car with a rotating menu, balancing nutrition and taste.
The entire journey is well-paced, carefully covering a wide range of attractions while leaving ample free time and photo opportunities — truly achieving “slow down and take it all in.”
IV. Simplified itinerary of the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao”
The following is the officially finalized itinerary, optimized according to the “travel at night, sightsee by day” logic, highlighting the core landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang:
D1 Board the Dahe zhi Nan special train along the way and begin a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang

You may have heard the poetic name “Dahe zhi Nan” but are not quite sure where exactly it refers to. In fact, “Dahe zhi Nan” originates from the Central Plains culture’s respectful name for the Yellow River — south of the Yellow River, i.e., the Henan area. The “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” tourism special train is a distinctive long-distance slow-travel train departing from the Central Plains and heading toward the vast Western Regions, carrying a cross-regional dialogue of culture and nature from the Yellow River basin to the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. This special train is not just a choice of transportation but the start of an immersive travel and living experience.D2 Board the Dahe zhi Nan special train along the way; rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Turpan
D4 Karez – Flaming Mountains – Grape Valley – Special train to Kashgar Lunch/Dinner Dahe zhi Nan special train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – Home visits with various ethnic groups -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern section of Duku Highway – Secret Grand Canyon of Tianshan – Bayanbulak
D9 Bayanbulak Grassland – Middle section of Duku Highway – Nalati
D10 Nalati Valley Grassland – Six-Star Street – Yining
D11 Yining – Khorgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Special train to Beitun

I. Detailed introduction to the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” special train D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Depart from Urumqi on the special train for the return journey
D16 Enjoy the northwest scenery, get off the train along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Get off the train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang journey

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
The entire route covers iconic destinations in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi. The itinerary is relaxed with no pressure to rush.
V. 2026 “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” departure dates and price description
According to the latest official release, the 2026 “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” 17-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang has the following departure dates:
May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11, 2026

The “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” is a distinctive tourism special train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, positioned as a comfortable mobile resort space. The train adopts the classic model of “traveling at night, sightseeing by day.” Tourists deeply explore destinations during the day and sleep soundly on the smoothly running train at night, without the need to frequently change hotels, repeatedly pack luggage, or endure the fatigue of cross-city transfers.The seat prices for each departure are as follows (subject to the contract):
May 9, 2026:
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth:RMB 15,999/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth:RMB 17,999/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, child (under 6, no berth on train, no bed on land):RMB 5,999/person
2-person compartment with bathroom:RMB 39,999/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value third person (under 6):RMB 13,999/person
Third person (6 years and above, same service standards as adults):RMB 19,999/person
May 30, 2026 and subsequent departures (June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11):
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth:RMB 19,999/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth:RMB 21,999/person

The entire route traverses the hinterland of northwest China, with a 17-day itinerary covering the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang’s landscapes — from the scorching Flaming Mountains of Turpan to the snowy peaks and lakes of the Pamir Plateau; from the magnificent canyons of the Duku Highway to the autumn-hued secret realm of Kanas (also lush green in summer). The overall pace is relaxed, emphasizing a reasonable balance between experience and sightseeing time, making it suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists, family groups, and photography enthusiasts seeking a relaxed, in-depth, and coherent travel experience.4-person compartment with bathroom, child (under 6):RMB 6,999/person
2-person compartment with bathroom:RMB 45,999/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value third person (under 6):RMB 15,999/person
Third person (6 years and above):RMB 23,999/person
> Note:Prices may vary slightly by departure date and seat type. The specific price is subject to the actual signed contract. It is recommended to confirm availability and the final quote in advance.
VI. How to book and register for the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao”
If you want to ride the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” special train, here is your ticket-buying guide 👇
Tickets for the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” tourism product are not sold separately on the 12306 platform and must be booked through the designated travel agency.
The booking process is as follows:
1. Contact for consultation: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409. You can learn more about the itinerary, seat types, reference prices, and departure schedules.
2. Choose your travel product: Based on your personal schedule and preferences, select the appropriate departure date and compartment type.
3. Submit personal information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers (or Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan travel permits, passports, or other valid documents) of travelers for seat reservation and real-name registration.

II. Seat types, hardware configuration, and advantages of the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao”4. Complete the booking procedures: Pay the booking deposit as required, obtain the payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic tourism service supervision contract to complete the booking.
June to September is the peak tourism season in Xinjiang each year, and seats on the special train are in high demand. It is recommended to contact Manager Mai as early as possible to check availability and pay a deposit to secure your preferred berth. Please use only official channels and beware of unauthorized agents.
VII. “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” fees and service description
The itinerary fee includes:Round-trip transportation on the special train, first admission tickets to designated scenic spots in the itinerary, accommodation on the special train (including compartments with bathrooms), three meals in the dining car, tour guide services, onboard medical staff, and basic insurance.
Items not included:Personal expenses (such as alcoholic beverages and souvenirs), optional self-funded experience activities, and coordination costs arising from solo registration (we will try our best to arrange room sharing; special cases will be discussed separately).
All service content, fee standards, and rights are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. For detailed service terms, you can contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center for written documentation.
VIII. Epilogue: From the banks of the Yellow River to the foot of the Tianshan Mountains
One special train connects the depth of the Central Plains with the vastness of the Western Regions. The “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” not only takes you to see the scenery but also lets you experience the ease and poetry of slow travel in the moving time.
If you are planning a journey where you don’t have to worry about transportation, don’t have to change hotels frequently, and can still deeply appreciate the scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang — then this 17-day special train journey may be the answer you’ve been waiting for.
📩 Contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center now:
📞 Company landline:0991-3333832
📱 Mobile and WeChat:132-0133-3409
Let the “Dahe zhi Nan Hao” carry you off, from the banks of the Yellow River, heading west, to meet the summer of Xinjiang.
For 2026, tickets for the Dahe zhi Nan Hao Special Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.