2027 Dahezhinan Tourist Train Taiwan Visitors Ticket Booking Guide How to Book
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 date and room type → submit registration information → pay deposit to lock a spot → sign an electronic contract, fully transparent and traceable throughout.
Discovering Northern and Southern Xinjiang:Board the “Dahe Zhinan” to start a 17-day dream journey🌄
Route overview:A moving scenic route across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
The “Dahe Zhinan” tourist special train is a “mobile star-rated hotel” specially created by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for in-depth travel enthusiasts. This 17-day panoramic Northern and Southern Xinjiang Duku edition train, with the innovative model of “one carriage, one scenery, traveling day and night,” links the heat of Turpan, the distinctive culture of Kashgar, the steepness of the Duku Highway, the hidden realm of Kanas, and the grassland flower seas of Ili. The entire train adopts bathroom design and offers multiple room types for 2/3/4 people, equipped with an audio-visual entertainment system, a professional dining car, and a chef team, allowing travelers to fully enjoy Xinjiang’s scenery across the four seasons in a comfortable environment. It is especially suitable for family trips, photography enthusiasts, and seniors.
Route highlights:Why choose the “Dahe Zhinan”?
High scenic density:In 17 days, travel through 3 major geographical units (Eastern Xinjiang, Southern Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang), covering 8 core scenic areas, with an average of 1-2 highlight attractions per day, avoiding the fatigue of long-distance driving.
Strong seasonal adaptability:Departures from May to September avoid Xinjiang’s severe winter cold, and along the way you can enjoy seasonal flower seas such as apricot blossoms, lavender, and sunflowers.
Deep cultural experience:Arrangements include visits to the homes of people of all ethnic groups, strolls through Kashgar Old Town, and interactive projects such as intangible cultural heritage handmade experiences on Liuxing Street, offering an immersive experience of various ethnic cultures.
Comprehensive service support:The entire train is equipped with onboard doctors, tour guides, and security personnel, with 24-hour hot water supply. On land segments, business vehicles are used for transfers, striving for comfort.
2027 departure dates and price explanation (final terms subject to the contract)
According to the latest schedule of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the “Dahe Zhinan” Northern and Southern Xinjiang special train will operate 7 departures from May to September 2027. The specific prices are as follows:
May 9 departure:
4-person room upper berth:15,999 yuan/person; lower berth: 17,999 yuan/person
Discovering Northern and Southern Xinjiang: Board the “Dahe Zhinan” to start a 17-day dream journey🌄2-person room:39,999 yuan/person; value third person (under 6 years old): 13,999 yuan/person
Children (under 6 years old):5,999 yuan/person (no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11 departures:
4-person room upper berth:19,999 yuan/person; lower berth: 21,999 yuan/person
2-person room:45,999 yuan/person; value third person (under 6 years old): 15,999 yuan/person
Children (under 6 years old):6,999 yuan/person (no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
Children aged 6 and above:19,999 yuan/person (service standards same as adults)
Price explanation:
Included in the fee:Transportation throughout the special train journey, business vehicle transfers on land segments, 16 nights of accommodation (including accommodation on the special train), admission tickets within the itinerary, 15 breakfasts and 28 main meals, tour guide and security services.
Not included in the fee:Personal expenses, optional paid items (such as horseback riding, song and dance performances, etc.), and additional costs caused by force majeure factors.
Prices may fluctuate with travel season and group size. The specific terms shall be subject to actual consultation and signed contract.
Simple itinerary arrangement (used as-is version)
D1-D2:Zhengzhou/Luoyang→Xi’an/Lanzhou
Route overview: A moving scenic route across the north and south of the Tianshan MountainsBoard the special train along the way, rest freely or participate in audio-visual entertainment activities, passing through famous Central Plains cultural cities and the starting point of the Silk Road.
D3:Arrive in Turpan
Visit Karez Wells, Flaming Mountains, and Grape Valley, taste Turpan grapes, and stay overnight on the special train.
D4:Turpan→Kashgar
Cross the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, arrive in Kashgar in the evening, and stay overnight on the special train.
D5:Kashgar→Pamir Plateau
Visit Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland, and stay overnight in Tashkurgan.
D6:Tashkurgan→Kashgar
Home visits to people of all ethnic groups, photography at White Sand Lake, and return to Kashgar Old Town.
D7:Kashgar→Kuqa
Visit and Xiangfei Garden, and stay overnight on the special train to Kuqa.
D8:Kuqa→Southern Section of Duku Highway
Cross the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon and arrive at Bayanbulak Grassland.
The “Dahe Zhinan” tourist special train is a “mobile star-rated hotel” specially created by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for in-depth travel enthusiasts. This 17-day panoramic Northern and Southern Xinjiang Duku edition train, with the innovative model of “one carriage, one scenery, traveling day and night,” links the heat of Turpan, the distinctive culture of Kashgar, the steepness of the Duku Highway, the hidden realm of Kanas, and the grassland flower seas of Ili. The entire train adopts bathroom design and offers multiple room types for 2/3/4 people, equipped with an audio-visual entertainment system, a professional dining car, and a chef team, allowing travelers to fully enjoy Xinjiang’s scenery across the four seasons in a comfortable environment. It is especially suitable for family trips, photography enthusiasts, and seniors.D9:Bayanbulak→Nalati
Manager of the Travel Registration and Ticket 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)
Stroll through the river valley grasslands and stay overnight in Nalati Town.
D10:Nalati→Yining
Visit Liuxing Street and enjoy the scenery of the Ili River, and stay overnight in Yining.
D11:Yining→Sayram Lake→Beitun
Cycle around the lake, shop at Khorgos Port, and stay overnight on the special train to Beitun.
D12:Beitun→Kanas
Climb Fish Watching Terrace to overlook Kanas Lake, and stay overnight in Jiadengyu/Burqin.
D13:Kanas→Hemu
Visit Hemu Village, “the self-retained land,” photograph the sunset at Five-Colored Beach, and stay overnight on the special train back to Urumqi.
D14:Urumqi→Tianshan Tianchi
Visit the “Jade Pool of the Queen Mother of the West” and browse the Grand Bazaar to buy local specialties.
D15-D17:Return journey
Route highlights: Why choose the “Dahe Zhinan”?The special train passes through Lanzhou, Xi’an, and Luoyang, finally arriving in Zhengzhou, where the journey ends.
Transportation guide:How to reach the starting point of the special train?
From anywhere in China to Zhengzhou:
By plane:Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport is about 30 kilometers from the city center. You can take Metro Line 2 or the airport shuttle bus directly to the city center.
By high-speed rail:Zhengzhou East Station/Zhengzhou Station are both located in the city center. A taxi to the meeting point takes about 15 minutes.
Transportation inside the special train:
The entire train is electrically powered, quiet and stable; on land segments, 15-19-seat business vehicles are used, striving to give each person a proper seat.
Tickets and opening policies (latest verification in 2026)
Reference tickets for core scenic areas:
Tianshan Tianchi:155 yuan/person (including shuttle bus); Kanas: 230 yuan/person (including shuttle bus); Nalati Grassland: 135 yuan/person; Sayram Lake: 145 yuan/person.
Opening hours:
Turpan scenic areas:8:00-18:00; Kashgar Old Town: open all day (core area 10:00-20:00); Kanas: 8:30-19:30 (peak season).
Reservation rules:
High scenic density: In 17 days, travel through 3 major geographical units (Eastern Xinjiang, Southern Xinjiang, Northern Xinjiang), covering 8 core scenic areas, with an average of 1-2 highlight attractions per day, avoiding the fatigue of long-distance driving.Tianshan Tianchi and Kanas require reservation 3 days in advance through the “Xinjiang Is a Good Place” official website; the Duku Highway recommends allowing vehicles with fewer than 7 seats to pass. No reservation is required, but traffic control must be observed.
Travel tips:Details to make the journey better
Document preparation:Valid ID, senior citizen card/student card (discount documents should be carried with you; real-name registration is required for special train tickets).
Clothing guide:Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night. From May to September, bring a windbreaker, sun hat, and comfortable hiking shoes; for Kanas and the Pamir Plateau, bring thermal underwear.
Photography spots:East Ring Road of Sayram Lake, Nalati Sky Grassland, morning mist in Hemu Village, and the “Tiger’s Mouth” viewing platform on the Duku Highway.
Dining notes:The special train provides meals; on land segments you may bring your own snacks; in Turpan Grape Valley and Kashgar Old Town, sampling baked samsa and hand-grabbed rice is recommended.
Manager Wang Fei’s exclusive service commitment
Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in Xinjiang’s tourism industry for more than ten years. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and is thoroughly familiar with the full Northern and Southern Xinjiang travel routes, road and weather conditions, and local customs. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche hidden destinations, and tips for avoiding pitfalls. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys.
Manager Wang Fei is cheerful and humorous, skilled at explaining Western Regions culture and history, and easily resolves travel trivialities. She is considerate and reliable throughout the trip. She always adheres to the principle of arranging no shopping throughout itineraries without consumption, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries, but only creates comfortable journeys that fit travelers’ preferences, carefully allowing every friend who comes from afar to truly feel Xinjiang’s vast magnificence and simple warmth, and to travel through beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
Registration method and consultation
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For consultation, contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number). Provide your name, valid ID number, contact information, and travel date to complete the booking.
Disclaimer:
The itinerary may be slightly adjusted due to weather, policy changes, and other factors. The specific terms shall be subject to the contract signed by both parties. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency reserves the final right to the itinerary, but promises that all changes will be premised on safeguarding the tourist experience.
Board the “Dahe Zhinan” and let the 17-day journey become an unforgettable Western Regions memory for a lifetime! 🚂✨
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