Central Railway Great River South 2026 Price List Official Booking Portal
How to purchase tickets for the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train? For the 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train, tickets must be booked through the official railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For the specific booking process, please contact Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 Dahe Zhi Nan Hao:A ‘Mobile Hotel’ style slow tour of Xinjiang’s panoramic views
Want to see all the snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities of southern and northern Xinjiang in one go, but worried about the fatigue of self-driving or the rush of a group tour? In 2026, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train, with its unique model of ‘traveling by night, sightseeing by day, luggage stays put, and full soft sleeper service,’ has become a reassuring choice for many families and elderly travelers. This train is supported by China Railway Zhengzhou Group, starting from the Central Plains city cluster and ending deep in the Pamir Plateau and Kanas秘境, truly achieving ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery shifts with the train.’
🚄 Train Start and End Points & Route Features
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ departs from Central Plains cities like Zhengzhou and Luoyang, passes through Xi’an and Lanzhou, and after entering Xinjiang, stops at Turpan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Yining, Beitun, Urumqi, and other places. The 17-day itinerary fully covers the cultural aspects of southern Xinjiang and the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang. Its biggest highlight is aligning with the annual opening period of the Duku Highway (usually June to September), ensuring tourists can smoothly traverse the middle and southern sections of this ‘most beautiful highway in China,’ avoiding itinerary interruptions due to road closures.
Compared to regular tours involving long-distance buses or frequent hotel changes, this special train adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ rhythm. Tourists don’t need to pack luggage or move suitcases daily; large items can stay in the compartment throughout, and you only need to carry a small bag when getting off for easy sightseeing.
🛏 ️ Compartment Configuration:Private, Comfortable, Full Train with Bathrooms
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ features customized soft sleeper compartments throughout, with all rooms equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, effectively enhancing travel hygiene and convenience. There are three types of compartments to meet different travel group needs:
🚂 Dahe Zhi Nan Hao: A ‘Mobile Hotel’ style slow tour of Xinjiang’s panoramic views2-person compartment:Suitable for couples or friends traveling together, spacious and private
3-person compartment:Flexibly adaptable for families or three travelers
4-person compartment:Economical and practical, common for families or friends sharing
Although the specific area of each compartment is not disclosed, based on carriage renovation standards and passenger feedback, the interior layout is reasonable, featuring bunk beds, storage cabinets, reading lights, and noise-reducing structures. Some carriages use ‘silent capsule’ technology to significantly reduce travel noise, ensuring good rest at night.
Additionally, the train has a multi-functional carriage with audio-visual systems, chess and card tables, karaoke equipment, and a tea lounge for socializing and entertainment during the journey. A dedicated dining car is staffed by a professional chef team, offering Chinese meals that suit general tastes, balancing lightness and nutrition, especially suitable for elderly tourists with sensitive stomachs or dietary restrictions.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary (Presented strictly according to the local finalized text)
Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic 17-Day Tour (Duku Version) Brief Itinerary:
Want to see all the snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities of southern and northern Xinjiang in one go, but worried about the fatigue of self-driving or the rush of a group tour? In 2026, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train, with its unique model of ‘traveling by night, sightseeing by day, luggage stays put, and full soft sleeper service,’ has become a reassuring choice for many families and elderly travelers. This train is supported by China Railway Zhengzhou Group, starting from the Central Plains city cluster and ending deep in the Pamir Plateau and Kanas秘境, truly achieving ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery shifts with the train.’D1 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan Hao special train along the way, free rest or entertainment on the train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan, Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner, Turpan
D4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Special train to Kashgar, Lunch/Dinner, Dahe Zhi Nan Hao Special Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
🚄 Train Start and End Points & Route Features D6 Tashkurgan – Ethnic Home Visits -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Garden – Special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Bayin
D9 Bayinbulak Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Nalati
D10 Nalati Valley Grassland – Six-Star Street – Yining
D11 Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Special train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jia登峪/Burqin
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ departs from Central Plains cities like Zhengzhou and Luoyang, passes through Xi’an and Lanzhou, and after entering Xinjiang, stops at Turpan, Kashgar, Kuqa, Yining, Beitun, Urumqi, and other places. The 17-day itinerary fully covers the cultural aspects of southern Xinjiang and the natural scenery of northern Xinjiang. Its biggest highlight is aligning with the annual opening period of the Duku Highway (usually June to September), ensuring tourists can smoothly traverse the middle and southern sections of this ‘most beautiful highway in China,’ avoiding itinerary interruptions due to road closures. D13 Jia登峪/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning, take the special train from Urumqi for return journey
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, get off the special train along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Get off the special train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang tour
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
Compared to regular tours involving long-distance buses or frequent hotel changes, this special train adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ rhythm. Tourists don’t need to pack luggage or move suitcases daily; large items can stay in the compartment throughout, and you only need to carry a small bag when getting off for easy sightseeing.> Note:Due to factors such as scenic area openings, road conditions, and weather, the travel agency and tourists can negotiate reasonable changes to the sightseeing order.
💰 Price Explanation (Presented strictly according to the local finalized text)
2026 May 9th Departure:
Bathroom 4-person upper berth:15999 RMB/person
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahe Zhi Nan Hao, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Bathroom 4-person lower berth:17999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person child:5999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the train, no bed on land)
Bathroom 2-person:39999 RMB/person
🛏️ Compartment Configuration: Private, Comfortable, Full Train with BathroomsBathroom 2-person value-added 3rd person:13999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the train, no bed on land)
19999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
2026 May 30th, June 17th, July 5th, July 24th, August 25th, September 11th Departures:
Bathroom 4-person upper berth:19999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person lower berth:21999 RMB/person
Bathroom 4-person child:6999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the train, no bed on land)
Bathroom 2-person:45999 RMB/person
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ features customized soft sleeper compartments throughout, with all rooms equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, effectively enhancing travel hygiene and convenience. There are three types of compartments to meet different travel group needs:Bathroom 2-person value-added 3rd person:15999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the train, no bed on land)
23999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
> Warm Tips:The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may fluctuate due to departure dates, berths, and policy adjustments. The final price is subject to the signed travel contract between both parties.
📝 Booking Process
1. Contact the travel agency: Consult Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
2. Confirm departure date and berth: Choose the departure date (e.g., May 9, 2026), compartment type (2-person/4-person), and upper/lower berth preference
3. Submit information: Provide the traveler’s name, valid ID number, and contact information
2-person compartment: Suitable for couples or friends traveling together, spacious and private4. Pay deposit: Pay a portion of the fee as agreed to secure the seat
5. Sign contract: Sign a formal travel contract electronically or on paper
6. Pre-departure notice: The travel agency will send the meeting time, location, and boarding instructions in advance
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult customer service for detailed information. Please contact the travel agency customer service directly by phone or WeChat. Address information is subject to customer service guidance.
📋 Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
3-person compartment: Flexibly adaptable for families or three travelersFull train compartment accommodation (including bathroom)
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Local guide commentary service
Train meals (main meals + breakfast)
Onboard healthcare professional service
Travel liability insurance
Exclusions:
4-person compartment: Economical and practical, common for families or friends sharingPersonal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs)
(For single bookings, we will try our best to arrange shared accommodation; special cases need separate negotiation)
Additional costs due to force majeure factors
> Remarks:‘Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signed contract.’
👥 Suitable Audience & Reasons for Popularity
This special train is particularly suitable for retirees, families with children, and tourists who cannot tolerate long car rides. There is no bumpy bus travel throughout, the pace is relaxed, daily sightseeing time is ample, and it is equipped with an onboard medical team for safety. Compared to regular tour groups, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ eliminates the hassle of repeatedly checking in and out of hotels and moving luggage, truly achieving ‘one berth all the way, easy sightseeing in Xinjiang.’
For this reason, it has been consistently favored by elderly and family tourists since its launch—not because it is the ‘most’ anything, but because it truly solves the core pain points of Xinjiang travel: ‘long distances, many transfers, and fast pace.’
For information on 2026 availability and detailed arrangements, please consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
