Grand River South Train 2026 Xinjiang Tour Prices Cabin Rates and Registration Portal

How to buy tickets and book the ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train? The 2026 ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train is a customized light-luxury tourist train by the railway, and the 12306 ticket purchase channel is not open. Seats are uniformly allocated by formal cooperative cultural tourism institutions. To register for travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for berth selection, sign up, and inquire about departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details in real time.
🚂 How to buy tickets for the ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train? — A comfortable special train for slow travel through northern and southern Xinjiang without moving luggage
Want to see the highlights of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, but worried about the fatigue of long-distance travel and the hassle of booking hotels and tickets? The ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train running in 2026 might be the travel option you have been waiting for. This train does not follow conventional group tour routes, focusing on a deep slow-travel model of ‘one berth throughout, sightseeing by day, traveling by night.’ The entire 17-day journey has a relaxed pace with ample rest time, making it especially suitable for tourists who wish to easily explore the scenery of the Western Regions.
🚆 Train positioning and feature introduction
The ‘South of the Great River’ is a customized light-luxury tourist train supported by the railway system and operated by cultural tourism institutions. In 2026, it has been included in the Xinjiang Railway annual tourist train operation plan. It is not an ordinary passenger train but a mobile station designed specifically for long-distance leisure travel — the entire train is equipped with bathrooms, noise-reduced carriages, multi-functional entertainment areas, and a dedicated dining car, truly achieving the integration of ‘eating, living, traveling, and sightseeing.’
The train adopts a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model to avoid the fatigue of long daytime rides. Most of the tourists’ luggage can stay on their fixed berths, and they only need to carry small bags when getting off, eliminating the hassle of frequently changing hotels and moving luggage. Meanwhile, the train is equipped with a chef team providing daily meals that suit general tastes, incorporating some local Xinjiang flavors while balancing nutrition and palatability.
🛏 ️ Cabin configuration details
All cabins on the ‘South of the Great River’ are equipped with bathrooms, with 24-hour hot water supply. There is no need to use public washing areas, significantly improving privacy and convenience. Currently, three types of cabins are available, each approximately 7.2㎡, with bed dimensions uniformly set at 0.7m × 1.95m:
Bathroom 4-bed cabin:4 beds, suitable for friends traveling together or multi-person family trips, with better per-person cost;

🚂 How to buy tickets for the ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train? — A comfortable special train for slow travel through northern and southern Xinjiang without moving luggageBathroom 3-bed cabin:3 beds, more spacious, suitable for a family of three;
Bathroom 2-bed cabin:2 beds, better privacy, suitable for tourists with higher requirements for accommodation quality.
The starting point of this special train is Zhengzhou, Henan. Along the way, passengers can board at agreed stops such as Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, without needing to gather at a single departure station, making travel more flexible.
📅 Simple itinerary and specific 2026 departure dates
2026 departure dates:May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
Itinerary of the ‘South of the Great River’
Day 1:Board the ‘South of the Great River’ special train along the way and start a pleasant journey (stay on the ‘South of the Great River’ train, passing through Zhengzhou and Luoyang)
Day 2:Rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train, admiring the scenery along the way (stay on the ‘South of the Great River’ train, passing through Xi’an and Lanzhou)

Want to see all the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, but worried about the fatigue of long-distance travel and the hassle of booking hotels and tickets? The ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train running in 2026 might be the travel option you have been waiting for. This train does not follow conventional group tour routes, focusing on a deep slow-travel model of ‘one berth throughout, sightseeing by day, traveling by night.’ The entire 17-day journey has a relaxed pace with ample rest time, making it especially suitable for tourists who wish to easily explore the scenery of the Western Regions.Day 3:Arrive in Turpan and spend the whole day sightseeing (stay in Turpan)
Day 4:Karez Irrigation System → Flaming Mountains → Grape Valley → take the special train to Kashgar (stay on the ‘South of the Great River’ train)
Day 5:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Karakul Lake → Stone City → Golden Grassland → Tashkurgan (stay in Tashkurgan)
Day 6:Tashkurgan → home visits with local ethnic groups → Baisha Lake → return to Kashgar (stay in Kashgar)
Day 7:Kashgar Old Town → Xiangfei Garden → take the special train to Kuqa (stay on the ‘South of the Great River’ train)
Day 8:Kuqa → southern section of Duku Highway → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Bayanbulak (stay in Bayanbulak town)
Day 9:Bayanbulak Grassland → middle section of Duku Highway → Nalati (stay in Nalati town)
Day 10:Nalati Valley Grassland → Liuxing Street → Yining (stay in Yining city)
Day 11:Yining → Khorgos Port → Sayram Lake → return to Yining → take the special train to Beitun (stay on the ‘South of the Great River’ train)

🚆 Train positioning and feature introductionDay 12:Beitun → Kanas → Jadengyu/Burqin (stay in Jadengyu/Burqin)
Day 13:Jadengyu/Burqin → Hemu → Colorful Beach → Beitun → take the special train to Urumqi (stay on the ‘South of the Great River’ train)
Day 14:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → International Grand Bazaar (stay in Urumqi)
Day 15:Take the special train from Urumqi for the return trip (stay on the ‘South of the Great River’ train)
Day 16:Enjoy the northwestern scenery along the way and get off the train gradually (stay on the ‘South of the Great River’ train, passing through Lanzhou and Xi’an)
Day 17:Get off the train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang journey (passing through Luoyang and Zhengzhou)
Each day of the entire journey has a relaxed sightseeing schedule with no pressure to rush, fully ensuring rest and viewing time.
💰 Price description (2026 reference)

The ‘South of the Great River’ is a customized light-luxury tourist train supported by the railway system and operated by cultural tourism institutions. In 2026, it has been included in the Xinjiang Railway annual tourist train operation plan. It is not an ordinary passenger train but a mobile station designed specifically for long-distance leisure travel — the entire train is equipped with bathrooms, noise-reduced carriages, multi-functional entertainment areas, and a dedicated dining car, truly achieving the integration of ‘eating, living, traveling, and sightseeing.’The following price information is based on currently confirmed tour schedules, and the specific contract signed shall prevail:
May 30, 2026:
Bathroom 4-bed cabin upper berth:19,999 yuan/person
Bathroom 4-bed cabin lower berth:21,999 yuan/person
Bathroom 4-bed cabin child (under 6 years old, no berth on the train, no bed on land):6,999 yuan/person
Bathroom 2-bed cabin:45,999 yuan/person
Bathroom 2-bed cabin value third person:15,999 yuan/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the train, no bed on land); 23,999 yuan/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:

The train adopts a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model to avoid the fatigue of long daytime rides. Most of the tourists’ luggage can stay on their fixed berths, and they only need to carry small bags when getting off, eliminating the hassle of frequently changing hotels and moving luggage. Meanwhile, the train is equipped with a chef team providing daily meals that suit general tastes, incorporating some local Xinjiang flavors while balancing nutrition and palatability.The price structure is the same as above, with consistent prices for all berths.
> Note:Prices may fluctuate due to factors such as departure schedule and remaining seats. The final price shall be based on the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📝 Booking process (through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm the 2026 departure dates, route, berth types, and remaining seat availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to reserve the intended berths.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to the cabin class and obtain a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign the contract: Sign the unified electronic contract under national tourism supervision, carefully checking details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms.
5. Settle the balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
Registration is uniformly handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.

🛏️ Cabin configuration details🍽 ️ Reception standards description
Included items:Full-journey special train accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, local transportation connections, tour guide services, three meals per day (including some Xinjiang specialty meals), and meals on the special train.
Excluded items:Personal expenses, self-funded items within scenic areas, single occupancy supplement (for solo travelers, our agency will try its best to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation).
Meals are mainly based on general tastes, balancing light and moderate flavors, avoiding excessive greasiness or spiciness, suitable for tourists of most age groups. Specific meal standards, dining numbers, and menu arrangements are subject to the actual departure.
> Remarks:‘Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.’
✨ Special train reception features
Worry-free accommodation:Fixed berths throughout the journey, no need to change hotels daily;
Thoughtful dining:The special train is equipped with a chef team, combining Central Plains and Xinjiang dietary habits to provide stable meals;

All cabins on the ‘South of the Great River’ are equipped with bathrooms, with 24-hour hot water supply. There is no need to use public washing areas, significantly improving privacy and convenience. Currently, three types of cabins are available, each approximately 7.2㎡, with bed dimensions uniformly set at 0.7m × 1.95m:Relaxed pace:Reasonable daily sightseeing time, leaving ample space for photos and rest;
Complete services:Accompanying staff follow up throughout the trip to help resolve travel issues.
🔍 Advantages compared to other travel methods
Compared to traditional group tours with hours of bumpy bus rides daily, or self-guided tours requiring self-planned routes and ticket/hotel bookings, the ‘South of the Great River’ achieves ‘one ticket through northern and southern Xinjiang’:
✅ No need to repeatedly move luggage
✅ No need to frequently transfer between transportation modes
✅ Slow travel pace with ample rest time
✅ Fellow travelers are mostly middle-aged, elderly, or family groups who value experience, creating a harmonious atmosphere

Bathroom 4-bed cabin: 4 beds, suitable for friends traveling together or multi-person family trips, with better per-person cost;✅ The special train environment is quiet and comfortable, suitable for long-distance travel
👥 Who is it suitable for?
Retirees who want to travel easily without getting tired
Tourists who cannot tolerate long bus rides
Families traveling who want a worry-free and effortless experience
Travelers who prefer slow-paced, in-depth exploration of Western Regions scenery
❤ ️ Why has it remained popular?
Since its launch, the ‘South of the Great River’ has become one of the preferred options for panoramic tours of northern and southern Xinjiang, thanks to its high comfort, strong convenience, and well-designed itinerary. Especially in 2026, with the full opening of the Duku Highway and the improvement of Xinjiang’s tourism infrastructure, this special train can better leverage the advantage of ‘lying down to travel the Western Regions,’ allowing tourists to truly enjoy the journey itself.
To inquire about remaining seats, berth selection, or obtain detailed information, you can contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
(The contact information in this article is recommended for compliant information transmission, and specific service content is subject to what the travel agency actually provides)
How to register for the 2026 Xinjiang tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering light-luxury special trains such as Jinfu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and South of the Great River. If you want a light-luxury lying-down travel experience and boutique special train trips, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth reservation, sign up, and inquire about special train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries in real time.