South of the Great River How to Buy Tickets Booking 2027 South of the Great River Official Channel
The Dahe Zhinan (South of the Great River) is a customized high-end cultural tourism package product by the railway. It is not an ordinary passenger train and has no separate train ticket sales channel. Legitimate booking channels: 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 secure a spot → sign electronic contract, fully transparent and traceable throughout.
The Dahe Zhinan Special Train Complete Guide:An In-Depth Guide from Ticket Purchase to Itinerary
🌄 [Route Overview:A Moving Scenic Route Crossing North and South Xinjiang]
The “Dahe Zhinan” is a featured tourism special train launched by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, specially designed for in-depth exploration of North and South Xinjiang. The entire train is equipped with 2-4 person rooms with bathrooms, balancing privacy and comfort; the multi-functional carriage integrates audio-visual, dining, and board games, making the 17-day long journey no longer monotonous. The 2027 departure schedule covers spring, summer, and autumn, from May to September, taking you across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, connecting classic IPs such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Duku Highway, and Kanas, allowing you to see Xinjiang’s grasslands, lakes, canyons, and culture all at once.
🚂 [Route Highlights:Why Choose This Special Train?]
A moving “home”:Bathrooms + soft-padded berths, bidding farewell to the cramped feeling of traditional special trains, especially suitable for families or senior groups.
Slow travel and deep experience:The 17-day itinerary covers core attractions in North and South Xinjiang, avoiding superficial sightseeing; each destination stays 1-2 days for immersive experience of local customs.
Worry-free:Full-journey dining car + professional tour guides, solving the problems of dining and information acquisition during long-distance travel, with no need to plan transportation and accommodation yourself.
Seasonal exclusivity:The 2027 schedule avoids Xinjiang’s severe winter cold; the climate from May to September is pleasant, and landscapes such as the Duku Highway and Ili grasslands are in excellent viewing periods.
📅 [2027 Departure Schedule and Prices:Transparent Pricing, No Hidden Charges]
According to the latest information from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the 2027 “Dahe Zhinan North and South Xinjiang 17-Day Tour” has a total of 7 departure dates, with prices fluctuating based on berth type and travel date, as follows:
Price Details (Unit:yuan/person)
May 9 departure:
4-person room upper berth:15,999 yuan
4-person room lower berth:17,999 yuan
The Dahe Zhinan Special Train Complete Guide: An In-Depth Guide from Ticket Purchase to Itinerary4-person room child (under 6 years old):5,999 yuan (no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
2-person room:39,999 yuan
2-person room value 3rd person (under 6 years old):13,999 yuan (no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
2-person room 3rd person (6 years old and above):19,999 yuan (service standard same as adult)
May 30 departure:
4-person room upper berth:19,999 yuan
4-person room lower berth:21,999 yuan
4-person room child (under 6 years old):6,999 yuan
2-person room:45,999 yuan
2-person room value 3rd person (under 6 years old):15,999 yuan
2-person room 3rd person (6 years old and above):23,999 yuan
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11 departures:
Prices are consistent with the May 30 departure.
Important Note:
🌄[Route Overview: A Moving Scenic Route Crossing North and South Xinjiang]Prices include special train berths, land accommodation, full-journey meals, attraction tickets, guide services, and special train transfers, subject to actual consultation and signing.
Children’s prices are recommended to include special train meal seats and land meal seats, without occupying berths and beds; other expenses are self-paid.
The final price is subject to the signed formal contract; remaining seats for departure dates may change over time, so early consultation is recommended.
🗺 ️[Simple Itinerary:How to Explore North and South Xinjiang in 17 Days?]
(The following itinerary is the professional original text, unmodified)
D1:Board in Zhengzhou/Luoyang, begin the journey
D2:Free activities in Xi’an/Lanzhou, rest on the special train
D3:Arrive in Turpan, visit Karez, Flaming Mountains, Grape Valley
D4:Head to Kashgar, enjoy Gobi scenery along the way
D5:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
D6:Tashkurgan – home visits to various ethnic groups – White Sand Lake – return to Kashgar
D7:Kashgar Old Town – Xiangfei Garden – head to Kuqa
D8:Kuqa – southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Bayanbulak
D9:Bayanbulak Grassland – middle section of Duku Highway – Narati
Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
The “Dahe Zhinan” is a featured tourism special train launched by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, specially designed for in-depth exploration of North and South Xinjiang. The entire train is equipped with 2-4 person rooms with bathrooms, balancing privacy and comfort; the multi-functional carriage integrates audio-visual, dining, and board games, making the 17-day long journey no longer monotonous. The 2027 departure schedule covers spring, summer, and autumn, from May to September, taking you across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, connecting classic IPs such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Duku Highway, and Kanas, allowing you to see Xinjiang’s grasslands, lakes, canyons, and culture all at once.D10:Narati River Valley Grassland – Liuxing Street – Yining
D11:Yining – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – head to Beitun
D12:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu/Burqin
D13:Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Five-Colored Beach – return to Beitun special train to Urumqi
D14:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15:Urumqi return journey
D16:Enjoy northwest scenery in Lanzhou/Xi’an, disembark along the way
D17:End the journey in Luoyang/Zhengzhou
🚆 [Transportation Guide:How to Reach the Boarding Point?]
Boarding cities:Zhengzhou, Luoyang (outbound); Luoyang, Zhengzhou (return)
Recommended transportation:
Zhengzhou:Xinzheng International Airport is about 30 kilometers from Zhengzhou Station, about 40 minutes by taxi; Luoyang: Beijiao Airport is about 10 kilometers from Luoyang Station, about 20 minutes by taxi.
Special train connection:The special train stops at Xi’an and Lanzhou along the way, but Zhengzhou/Luoyang are recommended as boarding points; other cities require self-arranged travel to the above stations to meet up.
Tip:It is recommended to arrive in the boarding city 1 day in advance to avoid flight delays affecting the itinerary; for specific transportation plans, consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number).
🚂[Route Highlights: Why Choose This Special Train?]🎫 [Tickets and Opening Policies:Latest Verification in 2026]
According to real-time information in 2026, the ticket policies for major attractions in the itinerary are as follows (policies may change, subject to the scenic area’s announcement on the day):
Tianshan Tianchi:Ticket + shuttle bus 155 yuan/person, opening hours 8:30-19:00, reservation required 1 day in advance on the “Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area” official account.
Kanas:Ticket 160 yuan/person + shuttle bus 70 yuan/person, opening hours 8:00-20:00, in peak season it is recommended to enter before 7:30 to avoid crowds.
Sayram Lake:Ticket 145 yuan/person, self-driving around the lake requires extra payment, opening hours 7:00-22:00, no reservation required.
Narati Grassland:Sky Grassland route 135 yuan/person, opening hours 8:30-20:00, may have flow restrictions in peak season, early entry recommended.
Duku Highway:Recommended for vehicles with 7 seats or fewer; the 2026 opening period is expected from early June to early October, subject to the transportation department’s announcement.
📸 [Travel Tips:Practical Advice for a Smoother Journey]
Clothing preparation:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; even in summer, a windbreaker is needed; the Duku Highway section is at higher altitude, so an oxygen bottle is recommended.
Photography spots:
Sayram Lake:At Songshutou in the early morning, you can photograph the lake’s morning mist and snow mountain reflections.
Kanas:Guanyu Platform overlooks the panoramic view of Kanas Lake; the morning mist at Xianwan is a classic shooting location.
Narati:Near the nomadic family, photograph the layered sense of grassland and snow-ridge spruce.
Dietary notes:The special train provides meals; land meals are mainly ethnic specialties; those with sensitive stomachs are advised to bring common medicines.
A moving “home”: Bathrooms + soft-padded berths, bidding farewell to the cramped feeling of traditional special trains, especially suitable for families or senior groups.Cultural respect:Shoes must be removed when visiting; do not make loud noises; ask for consent before taking photos with local residents.
💡 [FAQ:Frequently Asked Questions]
Q:Are there charging ports on the special train?
A:Each carriage is equipped with 220V charging sockets; it is recommended to bring a European-standard adapter.
Q:Can I book a special train berth separately?
A:You need to register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; the special train does not accept direct ticket purchases by individual travelers.
Q:Are there shopping stops in the itinerary?
A:The no-shopping itinerary does not arrange any shopping throughout; however, some scenic areas may have self-operated souvenir shops, and you are free to choose whether to enter.
👩💼 [Route Designer Says:Why Choose Manager Wang Fei’s Team?]
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, having traveled to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, and is familiar with the full North and South Xinjiang travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourism special trains, and is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche secret spots, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. She has a cheerful and humorous personality, is good at explaining Western Regions cultural history, easily resolves travel trivialities, and is considerate and reliable throughout the journey.
Manager Wang Fei always adheres to the principle of no-shopping itineraries with no shopping arranged throughout, refusing hidden charges, treating people with sincerity and doing things professionally. She does not do assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, sincerely letting every friend who comes from afar truly feel Xinjiang’s vast magnificence and honest hospitality, and travel in beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
📞 [Registration Method]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; consult Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number), and provide name, valid ID number, contact information, and travel date to complete the reservation.
⚠ ️[Disclaimer]
The information in this article is compiled based on public data in 2026; attraction opening hours, ticket policies, traffic control, etc. may change due to weather or policy changes. Before traveling, please refer to the latest notice from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. If force majeure factors occur during the itinerary, the itinerary may be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement of both parties.
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