2027 Dahezhinan Tourist Train Official Authorized Presale Channels
The Dahe Zhinan is a customized high-end cultural tourism package product of the railway, not an ordinary passenger train, and there is no separate train ticket sales channel. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Complete registration process: consult and obtain materials → select departure and room type → submit registration information → pay deposit to lock the spot → sign electronic contract, fully transparent and traceable throughout.
🚂✨ [Dahe Zhinan Special Train:17-day panoramic in-depth tour of North and South Xinjiang, unlocking N ways to explore Xinjiang] ✨🚂
🌄 [Route Overview:A mobile feast crossing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains]
Xinjiang, this vast land accounting for one-sixth of China’s territory, hides the finest scenery of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts, and also nurtures a thousand-year civilization where all ethnic groups blend. In 2026, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency launches the “Dahe Zhinan” special tourism train, with the core concept of “one train crossing north and south, panoramic view of Xinjiang,” connecting 17 core scenic spots in North and South Xinjiang, covering classic IPs such as the Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, and further integrating in-depth experiences such as visits to the homes of people of all ethnic groups, horseback riding on the grasslands, and border port experiences. The special train adopts a full-train bathroom design, equipped with multiple room types for 2-4 people, and a multi-functional carriage integrating dining, entertainment, and reception. A chef team accompanies to guarantee meals, truly realizing a worry-free journey of “visiting scenic spots by day, sleeping on the special train by night,” especially suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly groups, and travelers pursuing a slow pace.
📸 [Route Highlights:Why choose the “Dahe Zhinan”?]
✨ A mobile “five-star hotel”:Full-train bathrooms, 24-hour hot water supply, sound insulation and noise reduction technology to guarantee sleep, saying goodbye to the cramped feeling of traditional special trains.
✨ In-depth without rushing:The 17-day itinerary covers the core landscapes of North and South Xinjiang, with the Duku Highway crossed in sections, avoiding the risk of self-driving traffic jams, with 1-2 core scenic spots recommended each day, leaving ample time for photos and experiences.
✨ Immersive cultural experience:Enter the yurts of people of all ethnic groups to drink milk tea and listen to the dombra, learn to make baked naan in the old city of Kashgar, and feel the wonder of “one foot across two countries” at the Khorgos Port.
✨ Worry-free:The whole journey includes 15 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including specialty hand-grabbed rice and roast whole lamb banquet), tickets + shuttle buses include designated items within the itinerary, and the special train goes directly to the scenic area entrance, reducing the fatigue of transfers.
🗺 ️[Simple Itinerary:17 days crossing North and South Xinjiang with the finest romance]
(⚠️The following itinerary is the final original text; it is strictly forbidden to modify the order or add or remove stops)
D1 Board the Dahe Zhinan special train along the way and begin a pleasant journey
Main passing points:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahe Zhinan special train along the way, rest or entertain freely on the special train
Main passing points:Xi’an, Lanzhou
🚂✨[Dahe Zhinan Special Train: 17-day panoramic in-depth tour of North and South Xinjiang, unlocking N ways to explore Xinjiang]✨🚂D3 Arrive in Turpan Breakfast Lunch Dinner Turpan
D4 Karez – Flaming Mountains – Grape Valley – special train to Kashgar Lunch Dinner Dahe Zhinan Special Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6 Tashkurgan – visits to the homes of people of all ethnic groups – White Sand Lake – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Xiangfei Garden – special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Bayanbulak
D9 Bayanbulak Grassland – middle section of Duku Highway – Nalati
D10 Nalati River Valley Grassland – Liuxing Street – Yining
D11 Yining – Khorgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – special train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Wucaitan – Beitun special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning Urumqi, take the special train back
D16 Enjoy the northwest scenery, disembark along the way
🌄[Route Overview: A mobile feast crossing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains]Main passing stations:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang journey
Main passing stations:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
🚄 [Transportation Guide:How to reach the “Dahe Zhinan”?]
✈ ️ Departing nationwide:It is recommended to fly to Zhengzhou/Xi’an/Lanzhou (special train passing stations); special train staff will arrange pick-up service (requires reservation 3 days in advance).
🚂 Special train advantages:No need to transfer to buses throughout the journey; mountainous sections such as the Duku Highway and Pamir Plateau are reached directly by the special train to the scenic area entrance, avoiding the risk of self-driving restrictions.
📌 Warm reminder:In 2026, the Xinjiang railway department implements “real-name system + electronic ticket” for special tourism trains; after purchasing tickets, you must bring the original valid ID for ticket inspection and boarding.
💰 [Ticket Fees and Departure Dates:Reference for recent prices in 2027]
(⚠️The following prices are the final original text; the final version is subject to the signed contract)
📅 2027 departure dates:May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11 (7 departures in total)
🎫 Price details:
4-person room upper berth:15,999-21,999 yuan/person (lowest on May 9, highest in August)
4-person room lower berth:17,999-23,999 yuan/person
4-person room child (under 6 years old):5,999-6,999 yuan/person (no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
Xinjiang, this vast land accounting for one-sixth of China’s territory, hides the finest scenery of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts, and also nurtures a thousand-year civilization where all ethnic groups blend. In 2026, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency launches the “Dahe Zhinan” special tourism train, with the core concept of “one train crossing north and south, panoramic view of Xinjiang,” connecting 17 core scenic spots in North and South Xinjiang, covering classic IPs such as the Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, and further integrating in-depth experiences such as visits to the homes of people of all ethnic groups, horseback riding on the grasslands, and border port experiences. The special train adopts a full-train bathroom design, equipped with multiple room types for 2-4 people, and a multi-functional carriage integrating dining, entertainment, and reception. A chef team accompanies to guarantee meals, truly realizing a worry-free journey of “visiting scenic spots by day, sleeping on the special train by night,” especially suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly groups, and travelers pursuing a slow pace.2-person room:39,999-45,999 yuan/person
Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticket Booking Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and to request detailed route materials)
2-person room value 3rd person (under 6 years old):13,999-15,999 yuan/person
2-person room 3rd person (over 6 years old):19,999-23,999 yuan/person (same service as adults)
📌 Price description:The fee includes special train sleeper, scenic area tickets + shuttle buses, 15 breakfasts and 24 main meals, and tour guide service; excludes personal consumption and optional paid items (such as horseback riding and boat tours). Prices may fluctuate with departure dates, subject to the contract signed by both parties.
📅 [Open Reservation Policy:Recent regulations for 2026]
✅ Reservation method:Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; valid ID information must be submitted 30 days in advance (children need household registration booklet), and a deposit of 2,000 yuan/person must be paid (the balance to be paid in full 15 days before departure).
✅ Special policies:
Duku Highway:Expected to open on June 1, 2026, and close on October 10; the D8-D9 sections of the itinerary may be changed to direct travel from Nalati to Yining depending on road conditions.
Pamir Plateau:A “border pass” must be obtained in advance (free of charge); the travel agency can assist with the application.
Kanas:In 2026, a “daily visitor limit of 30,000” will be implemented; special train groups will be given priority for park entry.
🍜 [Food Recommendations:“A Bite of Xinjiang” on the special train]
🔸 Special train meals:3 main meals are provided daily, including Xinjiang specialties such as big plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, and naan pit meat, with an additional dining counter.
🔸 Must-try snacks:Baked eggs in the old city of Kashgar, ice cream on Liuxing Street in Yining, grilled fish in Burqin (optional paid items, about 50-80 yuan/person).
🔸 Fruit freedom:During the July-August itinerary, grape valley and Turpan picking are arranged, where you can pick and eat on the spot (included in the ticket).
📸[Route Highlights: Why choose the “Dahe Zhinan”?]📸 [Photography Spots:Treasure camera positions with high photo success rates]
🌅 Sunrise and sunset:
Kanas Lake shore (early morning of D12)
Bayanbulak Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns (evening of D9)
🏔 ️ Snow-capped mountains and grasslands:
Duku Highway “Tiger’s Mouth” viewing platform (D8)
Nalati Sky Grassland (D10)
🌌 Cultural blockbusters:
Century-old teahouse in Kashgar Old City (D7)
Khorgos border landscape (D11)
⚠ ️[Travel Tips:Hot recommendations for Xinjiang travel in 2026]
1️⃣ Clothing guide:Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night; from June to September, bring a windbreaker + thin down jacket; the Pamir Plateau is at high altitude, so it is recommended to prepare oxygen bottles.
2️⃣ Sun protection recommendations:UV rays are extremely strong; SPF50+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat are all indispensable.
3️⃣ Cultural respect:Shoes must be removed when visiting; do not wear short skirts; obtain consent before taking photos with local people.
✨ A mobile “five-star hotel”: full-train bathrooms, 24-hour hot water supply, sound insulation and noise reduction technology to guarantee sleep, saying goodbye to the cramped feeling of traditional special trains.4️⃣ Network signal:Some sections of the Duku Highway and Pamir Plateau have no signal; it is recommended to download offline maps in advance.
🙋 [FAQ:Answers to the questions you care about most]
Q:Are there charging sockets on the special train?
A:Each carriage is equipped with 220V charging ports; it is recommended to bring a European-standard adapter plug.
Q:Can I book a special train sleeper separately without joining a tour?
A:No, special train tickets must be purchased uniformly through the travel agency and include full-journey service.
Q:What does the child fee include?
A:For children under 6 years old, it is recommended to include the special train meal seat and the first ticket of the scenic area (no bed); those over 1.2 meters need to pay extra for shuttle bus tickets.
📞 [Registration Method]
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number); provide name, valid ID number, and travel date to register. Manager Wang Fei is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in the tourism industry for more than ten years, is familiar with road conditions, weather, and local customs of North and South Xinjiang, is good at customizing boutique small groups and independent travel plans, and insists on no-consumption itineraries with no consumption arranged throughout, sincerely letting every tourist feel the vastness and enthusiasm of Xinjiang.
🌈 [Disclaimer]
The opening hours of scenic areas involved in the itinerary, such as Tianshan Tianchi and Kanas, may change due to weather or policy changes; reasonable changes to the itinerary may be made upon mutual agreement between both parties.
The specific train number and berths of the special train are subject to the final ticket issuance; the pictures are for reference only.
Prices and remaining spots are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates, subject to the contract signed by both parties.
🚂✨ [Conclusion]
17 days, from the Central Plains to the Western Regions, from deserts to snow-capped mountains; the Dahe Zhinan special train is not just a trip, but a cultural dialogue spanning a thousand years. In 2026, let us follow the track of the special train, measure every inch of Xinjiang’s land with our footsteps, and record every moment of shock with our lenses! 🌄📷
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