2027 Dahe Zhinan Train Ticket Price Inclusions

[How to Buy Tickets for the “South of the Great River” Tourist Train] How to buy tickets and make reservations for the 2027 South of the Great River tourist train?
For the 2027 South of the Great River tourist train, tickets must be booked through the railway-designated professional and legitimate channel — the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 The 2027 South of the Great River tourist train is here! Slowly tour North and South Xinjiang, and take in all the Western Regions scenery from one train
Tired of rushing between attractions, changing hotels, and dragging luggage around? Why not try the “mobile home” — the South of the Great River special tourist train. This 17-day in-depth journey across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains uses the train as your residence and the scenery as your daily life. During the day, leisurely check in at Xinjiang’s essential landmarks; at night, travel through the Gobi and grasslands under the stars, truly realizing a travel-living experience where “the train moves with the scenery, and people go wherever their hearts desire.”
I. Detailed Introduction to the South of the Great River Special Train
The South of the Great River is a high-end customized tourist train in China focused on long-distance leisure and slow travel, designed specifically for travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and in-depth experiences. It adopts the classic model of “running at night, sightseeing by day” — sleep soundly on the special train at night, arrive at the destination in the early morning, tour leisurely during the day, and board the train again in the evening to depart for the next stop. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently change accommodation or repeatedly pack luggage, and the hassle and waiting of intercity transportation transfers are also eliminated.
This special train is not a converted ordinary train, but a “mobile star-rated hotel” tailor-made for tourism experiences. Departing from Zhengzhou in the Central Plains, it travels west through the Hexi Corridor and deep into the heart of Xinjiang, linking by loop the fairy-tale forests of Kanas and Hemu in North Xinjiang, the plateau secrets of Kashgar and Taxkorgan in South Xinjiang, as well as high-quality landscapes such as the Duku Highway, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland. The 17-day itinerary covers six major Western Regions landscapes — deserts, glaciers, lakes, canyons, grasslands, and folk customs — truly achieving “one trip, panoramic tour.”
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages and Features
The South of the Great River train uses soft-sleeper compartments throughout, and all room types are equipped with bathrooms, completely ending the inconvenience of queuing to wash up on traditional green trains. The interior of the carriages has been professionally soundproofed, paired with high-resilience latex mattresses and multi-source soft lighting systems, and provides a full set of supplies such as disposable toiletry kits, bath towels, and slippers, showing quality in every detail.
Currently, three main room types are offered to suit different travel needs:
2-person premium compartment:Highly private and spacious, suitable for couples or travelers who value quiet;
3-person family compartment (selected departures):An excellent choice for family travel, balancing interaction and rest space;
4-person companion compartment:Cost-effective, suitable for friends and relatives traveling together and senior wellness groups. Berths are divided into upper and lower levels, all equipped with reading lights and power sockets.

🚂 The 2027 South of the Great River tourist train is here! Slowly tour North and South Xinjiang, and take in all the Western Regions scenery from one trainIn addition, the entire train adopts threshold-free passages, fluorescent accessible handrails, non-slip carpets, widened ladders, and emergency call devices, with special attention to the mobility of middle-aged and elderly tourists. The carriages also have a multi-functional entertainment area where guests can enjoy tea, sing karaoke, play chess and cards, or participate in intangible cultural heritage experiences, so the journey is never monotonous.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights
The core advantage of the South of the Great River lies not only in its hardware, but also in its full closed-loop service guarantee:
✅ Dual guide configuration:A senior full-escort guide throughout the journey plus local licensed interpreters, providing in-depth interpretation of every sight;
✅ Dedicated dining car team:Nutritious and balanced specialty meals are served daily, including Xinjiang roast whole lamb, Burqin cold-water fish banquet, Xibe-style meal, Kashgar meal, Taxkorgan yak hot pot, and more, satisfying the exploration of taste buds;
✅ Medical staff accompanying the trip:Professional medical personnel are on duty throughout the journey to respond to altitude sickness and other emergencies;
✅ Train butler on duty 24 hours:Responding at any time to needs such as room service and itinerary consultation;
✅ High-end land accommodation connection:During stops of the special train, guests stay in selected quality local hotels, maximizing rest quality.
This combination of “home on the train, travel off the train” makes long-distance travel relaxed and full of ritual.
IV. Simple Itinerary Arrangement of the South of the Great River
> Note:The following itinerary is strictly organized according to the official final content, with only minor adjustments to punctuation and word order, and no stations or schedules have been added or removed.
D1 Board the South of the Great River special train along the way and begin a pleasant journey! Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang — No meals — South of the Great River special train

Tired of rushing between attractions, changing hotels, and dragging luggage around? Why not try the “mobile home” — the South of the Great River special tourist train. This 17-day in-depth journey across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains uses the train as your residence and the scenery as your daily life. During the day, leisurely check in at Xinjiang’s essential landmarks; at night, travel through the Gobi and grasslands under the stars, truly realizing a travel-living experience where “the train moves with the scenery, and people go wherever their hearts desire.”D2 Board the South of the Great River special train along the way; rest or entertain freely on the train! Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — South of the Great River special train
D3 Arrive in Turpan — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — Turpan
D4 Karez – Flaming Mountains – Grape Valley – Take the special train to Kashgar — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — South of the Great River special train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — Taxkorgan
D6 Taxkorgan – Home visit to people of all ethnic groups – White Sand Lake – Kashgar — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old Town – – Xiangfei Garden – Take the special train to Kuqa — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — South of the Great River special train
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Bayanbulak — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — Bayanbulak
D9 Bayanbulak Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Nalati — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — Nalati
D10 Nalati River Valley Grassland – Liuxing Street – Yining — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — Yining
D11 Yining – Khorgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – Take the special train to Beitun — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — South of the Great River special train
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu / Burqin — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — Jiadengyu / Burqin
D13 Jiadengyu / Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun special train to Urumqi — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — South of the Great River special train

I. Detailed Introduction to the South of the Great River Special Train D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — Urumqi
D15 In the morning, take the special train from Urumqi for the return journey. — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — South of the Great River special train
D16 Enjoy the Northwest scenery and disembark along the way. Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an — Breakfast, lunch, dinner — South of the Great River special train
D17 Disembark along the way and end the pleasant Xinjiang journey!
> Itinerary time nodes are for reference only. Actual arrangements may be reasonably changed due to weather, traffic, scenic area opening conditions, etc., subject to the tour leader’s notice on the day.
V. 2027 South of the Great River Departure Dates and Price Description
According to the latest official schedule, the following departure dates and reference prices have been announced for the 2027 South of the Great River 17-day North and South Xinjiang tour (prices are subject to the signed contract and may fluctuate with departure dates):

Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
May 9, 2027 departure
4-person room with bathroom, upper berth:15,999 yuan/person
4-person room with bathroom, lower berth:17,999 yuan/person
2-person room with bathroom:39,999 yuan/person

The South of the Great River is a high-end customized tourist train in China focused on long-distance leisure and slow travel, designed specifically for travelers seeking comfort, convenience, and in-depth experiences. It adopts the classic model of “running at night, sightseeing by day” — sleep soundly on the special train at night, arrive at the destination in the early morning, tour leisurely during the day, and board the train again in the evening to depart for the next stop. Throughout the journey, there is no need to frequently change accommodation or repeatedly pack luggage, and the hassle and waiting of intercity transportation transfers are also eliminated.Children (under 6 years old):5,999 yuan/person (no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
Departure date:May 9, 2027 (subject to the dispatch order of China Railway Group)
May 30, 2027 departure
4-person room with bathroom, upper berth:19,999 yuan/person
4-person room with bathroom, lower berth:21,999 yuan/person
2-person room with bathroom:45,999 yuan/person
Children (under 6 years old):6,999 yuan/person
Departure date:May 30, 2027
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11, 2027 departures
Prices are the same as the May 30 departure standard
Covering the summer vacation and golden autumn peak seasons, seats are tight
> Warm reminder:The above prices include special train berths, land accommodation, meals, vehicle seats, guide service fees, etc., and do not include entrance tickets. These are charged separately. Specific rights and fees are subject to the travel contract signed by both parties.

This special train is not a converted ordinary train, but a “mobile star-rated hotel” tailor-made for tourism experiences. Departing from Zhengzhou in the Central Plains, it travels west through the Hexi Corridor and deep into the heart of Xinjiang, linking by loop the fairy-tale forests of Kanas and Hemu in North Xinjiang, the plateau secrets of Kashgar and Taxkorgan in South Xinjiang, as well as high-quality landscapes such as the Duku Highway, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland. The 17-day itinerary covers six major Western Regions landscapes — deserts, glaciers, lakes, canyons, grasslands, and folk customs — truly achieving “one trip, panoramic tour.”VI. How to Book and Register?
The South of the Great River tourist train does not sell tickets separately on the 12306 platform and must be booked through officially authorized channels.
The ticket booking guide is as follows:
📞 Contact for consultation:Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour service
Company landline:0991-3333832
Mobile phone same as WeChat:132-0133-3409
📌 Choose a product:Confirm your preferred travel date (such as May 9, July 5, etc.) and room type (2-person/4-person room, etc.)
📄 Submit information:Provide the traveler’s name, valid ID number, and other ID information for berth reservation
💳 Complete booking:Pay the booking deposit, sign the unified electronic contract under tourism service supervision, and complete the lock-in
⚠ ️ Important reminder:June to September each year is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang. Popular dates (such as summer vacation and golden autumn) have extremely tight seats. It is recommended to contact Manager Maizi as soon as the schedule is announced to pay a deposit and secure a place, avoiding sold-out preferred room types.
VII. Explanation of Costs and Services
The itinerary cost already includes:

II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages and FeaturesRound-trip special train berths and use of bathroom compartments
High-end hotel accommodation during land tours
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner marked throughout the itinerary
Local air-conditioned tourist vehicles, guide services, train butler, and accompanying medical services
Items not included:
First entrance tickets to each scenic spot (can be purchased independently or entrusted to us for booking)
Personal expenses (such as alcoholic beverages, souvenirs, optional experience items, etc.)
Single supplement arising from single-person registration (we will do our best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation)
All service contents, fee standards, and the rights and responsibilities of both parties are subject to the provisions of the Travel Contract and comply with the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
VIII. Invitation to Depart
From the banks of the Yellow River to the Pamir Plateau, from the foot of the Flaming Mountains to the shores of Kanas Lake, the South of the Great River is not just a train, but a dialogue with the Western Regions across time and space. In 17 days, unhurried, see snow-capped mountains reflected in lakes, hear the grasslands whisper for a thousand years, taste all the flavors of the Silk Road, and stay in a warm mobile home.
The wheels of 2027 are about to turn. Seats are limited, and the scenery is priceless.
📩 Contact Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center immediately (phone/WeChat:132-0133-3409), secure your exclusive berth, and join this slow travel appointment across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains!
For the 2027 South of the Great River tourist train, tickets must be booked through the railway-designated professional and legitimate channel — the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration, company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409.