Dahezhinan Xinjiang Special Train Price List Group Tour Price Inquiry
How to purchase tickets for the ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train? For the 2026 ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train, tickets must be booked through the official railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’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.
Want to book the ‘South of the Great River’ 17-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang but don’t know where to start? This ticket booking official website price inquiry and booking guide will help you sort out the inquiry path, booking process, and precautions, making it easy to plan your trip. ✨
🚂 Get to Know the ‘South of the Great River’ Special Train
The ‘South of the Great River’ is a ‘Railway + Cultural Tourism’ special tourist train created by China Railway Group in Zhengzhou. Its car body incorporates Central Plains cultural elements such as the Yellow River and Yangshao painted pottery, earning it the reputation of a ‘walking Central Plains cultural exhibition hall.’
Route Overview:With Zhengzhou, Henan as a major departure station, it has launched multiple routes including Central Plains culture, Yunnan-Guizhou customs, and Xinjiang loops. In 2026, it will continue to introduce premium routes to Xinjiang, Northeast China, and other directions.
Operating Model:Adopts a ‘travel by day, ride by night’ model, with nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, making efficient use of travel time.
Senior-Friendly Design:The train features all soft-sleeper compartments with hardware facilities fully considering the needs of elderly passengers, such as full-train bathrooms, wet-dry separation, emergency call buttons, anti-slip handrails, etc., and is equipped with a train butler and health support facilities, providing a ‘mobile hotel-like’ comfortable experience.
🛏 ️ Compartment Types and Facilities
The ‘South of the Great River’ train uses all soft-sleeper compartments, mainly divided into 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms, all equipped with bathrooms. Below is reference information for each type of compartment:
🚪 2-Person Room (with Bathroom)
Layout:One single bed on each side, suitable for couples, relatives, friends, or passengers valuing privacy.
Want to book the ‘South of the Great River’ 17-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang but don’t know where to start? This ticket booking official website price inquiry and booking guide will help you sort out the inquiry path, booking process, and precautions, making it easy to plan your trip. ✨Facilities:Bathroom (wet-dry separation), constant-temperature toilet, shower, washbasin, emergency call button, reading light, large-view panoramic window.
Reference Area:Approximately 8–12 square meters.
🚪 3-Person Room (with Bathroom)
Layout:Upper and lower berths plus one single bed, more spacious, suitable for families or friends traveling together.
Facilities:Basically the same configuration as the 2-person room, also equipped with a bathroom and emergency call system.
Reference Area:Approximately 10–14 square meters.
🚪 4-Person Room (with Bathroom)
Layout:Two upper berths and two lower berths, a cost-effective choice for group travel.
Facilities:Also equipped with bathroom, anti-slip handrails, SOS button, and other senior-friendly facilities.
Reference Area:Approximately 12–16 square meters.
🚂 Get to Know the ‘South of the Great River’ Special Train> Warm Tip:The specific area is subject to on-site conditions, and there may be slight differences between different batches of trains.
🗺 ️ 17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang Simplified Itinerary
This route is the ‘South of the Great River Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Domestic Guest Version).’ Below is an itinerary overview:[Local Route Facts]
Simplified Itinerary for the 17-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Duku Edition):
D1 Board the South of the Great River special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main Stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the South of the Great River special train along the way, rest or enjoy entertainment freely 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, South of the Great River Special Train
The ‘South of the Great River’ is a ‘Railway + Cultural Tourism’ special tourist train created by China Railway Group in Zhengzhou. Its car body incorporates Central Plains cultural elements such as the Yellow River and Yangshao painted pottery, earning it the reputation of a ‘walking Central Plains cultural exhibition hall.’ D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
D6 Taxkorgan – Local Ethnic Family Visit -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – Special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Bayin
D9 Bayinbuluke 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
D13 Jia登峪 / Burqin – Hemu -五彩滩 – Beitun Special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
Route Overview: With Zhengzhou, Henan as a major departure station, it has launched multiple routes including Central Plains culture, Yunnan-Guizhou customs, and Xinjiang loops. In 2026, it will continue to introduce premium routes to Xinjiang, Northeast China, and other directions. D15 Depart from Urumqi on the special train for return journey in the morning
D16 Enjoy the scenery of the Northwest, disembark the special train along the way
Main Stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark the special train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang tour
Main Stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 Price Description and Inquiry
Prices and Tour Dates
Below are the prices and tour dates for the ‘South of the Great River Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Domestic Guest Version)’:[Local Route Facts]
May 9, 2026:
4-Person Room with Bathroom Upper Berth:15,999 RMB/person
Operating Model: Adopts a ‘travel by day, ride by night’ model, with nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, making efficient use of travel time.4-Person Room with Bathroom Lower Berth:17,999 RMB/person
4-Person Room with Bathroom Child:5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
2-Person Room with Bathroom:39,999 RMB/person
2-Person Room with Bathroom Value Third Person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
19,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
May 30, 2026:
4-Person Room with Bathroom Upper Berth:19,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Yang Jia, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all Xinjiang tourism: Mainly responsible for booking New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, An Yi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, South of the Great River, Yangtze River Delta Star, and other tourist trains. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
4-Person Room with Bathroom Lower Berth:21,999 RMB/person
4-Person Room with Bathroom Child:6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
2-Person Room with Bathroom:45,999 RMB/person
2-Person Room with Bathroom Value Third Person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
Senior-Friendly Design: The train features all soft-sleeper compartments with hardware facilities fully considering the needs of elderly passengers, such as full-train bathrooms, wet-dry separation, emergency call buttons, anti-slip handrails, etc., and is equipped with a train butler and health support facilities, providing a ‘mobile hotel-like’ comfortable experience.23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
4-Person Room with Bathroom Upper Berth:19,999 RMB/person
4-Person Room with Bathroom Lower Berth:21,999 RMB/person
4-Person Room with Bathroom Child:6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
2-Person Room with Bathroom:45,999 RMB/person
2-Person Room with Bathroom Value Third Person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
> Please Note:The above are reference prices. Actual costs may fluctuate due to market conditions and other factors. Please refer to the contract signed with the travel agency [Local Route Facts](@ref).
Multi-Channel Inquiry and Booking Suggestions
🛏️ Compartment Types and Facilities1. Railway 12306 App Inquiry
Open the app, find the ‘Tickets · Travel’ or ‘Tourist Train’ entry on the homepage.
Search for ‘South of the Great River’ to check route and schedule information.
Please Note:Some special train products may need to be booked through a travel agency. Please refer to the prompts on the 12306 page.
2. Booking Through a Travel Agency
This route can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Advantages:You can obtain a detailed itinerary, assistance with document processing, confirmation of berths and special needs (such as children, elderly), etc. [Local Route Facts](@ref).
📝 Detailed Booking Process
To book this route, it is recommended to follow these steps:[Local Route Facts]
1. Consult on the Itinerary: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, stating your intended route, travel date, number of people, and berth requirements.
The ‘South of the Great River’ train uses all soft-sleeper compartments, mainly divided into 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms, all equipped with bathrooms. Below is reference information for each type of compartment:2. Confirm Details: Confirm the final itinerary, price, included items, and special agreements with the travel agency, and request a draft of the formal tourism contract.
3. Sign and Pay: After verifying the contract is correct, pay the agreed amount and keep the payment receipt properly.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Pay attention to notifications from the travel agency before departure and gather on time. It is recommended to prepare common medications, warm clothing, and comfortable shoes in advance [Local Route Facts](@ref).
📞 Registration and Consultation Methods
Registration Channel:Can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Customer Service Phone:For detailed information on routes, prices, and schedules, call the travel agency’s customer service phone.
Customer Service WeChat:You can also add the travel agency’s customer service WeChat and send ‘South of the Great River’ to receive electronic materials [Local Route Facts](@ref).
📋 Fee and Service Description
Included Items (Reference)
Transportation:Corresponding berth on the special train and local tourist bus.
🚪 2-Person Room (with Bathroom)Accommodation:Accommodation on the special train and hotels listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Meals indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First entrance tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Tour guide service and travel accident insurance.
Excluded Items (Reference)
Personal expenses and costs not mentioned in the itinerary.
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Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
> Warm Tip:Specific included and excluded items are subject to the signed tourism contract [Local Route Facts](@ref).
✅ Why Choose This Special Train?
Layout: One single bed on each side, suitable for couples, relatives, friends, or passengers valuing privacy.1. 🌙 Effortless and Worry-Free, Travel by Night and Sightsee by Day
Adopts a ‘travel by day, ride by night’ model, resting on the train and sightseeing energetically during the day, especially suitable for tourists not used to long car rides.
2. 👵 Senior-Friendly, Comfortable
Full-train bathrooms, anti-slip handrails, emergency call system, and other designs are very friendly to the elderly. The train is also equipped with a butler for attentive service.
3. 🍃 Relaxed Pace, Healthy Diet
The itinerary is relatively relaxed, avoiding a ‘rushed’ travel style. Meals focus on light, low-oil, low-salt options, suitable for the elderly and health-conscious individuals.
4. 🧳 Direct Train, No Luggage Worries
No need to change accommodation throughout the trip; luggage can be stored on the train, saving the hassle of frequent baggage handling.
5. 👨👩👧👦 Pure Passenger Group, Harmonious Atmosphere
Passengers in the same compartment have the same itinerary, making it easy to communicate and make new friends, creating a warm travel atmosphere.
6. 🏆 Good Reputation, Quality Assurance
As a key project of China Railway Group in Zhengzhou, the ‘South of the Great River’ has operated over twenty trips since its launch, with continuously optimized routes and guaranteed quality.
