2026 South of the Yellow River Xinjiang North South Tourism Train Price List
How to purchase tickets for the Dahezhinan Tourist Train? The 2026 Dahezhinan Tourist Train must be booked through the railway-recognized regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for reservation and ticket purchase. It cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Manager Yang Jia.
🚂 2026 Dahezhinan South-North Xinjiang Panorama Tourist Train Travel Guide
🌿 Quick Overview of Route Highlights
The standout feature of this train is that it connects multiple historical cities along the Yellow River Basin with the panoramic scenery of South and North Xinjiang. During the departure phase, it passes through four cultural cities: Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou. Without needing extra transfer planning, you can first experience the profound Yellow River cultural atmosphere along the way, then delve deep into Xinjiang, covering the cultural landscapes of South Xinjiang and the natural wonders of North Xinjiang. Over the 17-day itinerary, there’s no need to frequently change hotels or move large luggage, greatly enhancing travel comfort.
✨ Basic Introduction and Features of the Train
The Dahezhinan is a special tourist train designed for long-distance travel. All compartments are equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need to queue for public restrooms, making the journey more convenient. The carriages use multiple soundproofing and noise reduction technologies, ensuring a restful environment even during nighttime travel. It also caters to the needs of different travelers, offering various compartment types: 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms. The train also features a dedicated multi-functional carriage, integrating audio-visual playback, meeting spaces, board games, karaoke, and more, so the journey never feels dull. The accompanying dining car has a professional chef team that can adjust meal styles according to passengers’ taste preferences, accommodating both light and heavy flavors to ensure quality dining during the trip. The carriages are also equipped with barrier-free passages, anti-slip flooring, and smart lighting systems, making them very friendly for elderly travelers with limited mobility.
Compared to other regular tourist trains, this one has outstanding advantages:
✅ The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with no overly dense sightseeing spots each day, no need to get up early to rush, suitable for travelers not accustomed to fast-paced trips
✅ Large luggage can be left in the train compartment throughout the trip; for land tours, you only need to carry a small bag, avoiding frequent packing and unpacking
🚂 2026 Dahezhinan South-North Xinjiang Panorama Tourist Train Travel Guide✅ Medical staff accompany the group, with common medicines on hand, providing better health protection for long-distance travel
✅ Most fellow travelers are those who prefer a slow-paced travel style, making the itinerary highly compatible and communication smoother
✅ The train runs smoothly, offering higher comfort than long bus rides, especially suitable for travelers who can’t sit in a car for long periods, retired elderly groups, and also for family trips or friends traveling together
📦 Detailed Compartment Configuration Description
All compartments are equipped with double-layer panoramic windows, charging ports, storage space, and private bathrooms. Specific configurations are as follows:
Private Bathroom 2-Person Room:Total area about 8-9 square meters, with two berths (upper and lower), strong privacy, suitable for couples, married partners, or two friends traveling together seeking quality
Private Bathroom 3-Person Room:Total area about 10-11 square meters, with three berths, spacious, suitable for a family of three or three friends traveling together
Private Bathroom 4-Person Room:Total area about 12-13 square meters, with four berths (upper and lower), high cost-effectiveness, suitable for family trips or groups of multiple people
📅 Simple Itinerary
🌿 Quick Overview of Route HighlightsBrief itinerary for the 17-day South-North Xinjiang Panorama Duku Highway version:
D1 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way, rest or entertain freely on the train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan, breakfast/lunch/dinner, Turpan
D4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Train to Kashgar, lunch/dinner, Dahezhinan special train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
The standout feature of this train is that it connects multiple historical cities along the Yellow River Basin with the panoramic scenery of South and North Xinjiang. During the departure phase, it passes through four cultural cities: Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, and Lanzhou. Without needing extra transfer planning, you can first experience the profound Yellow River cultural atmosphere along the way, then delve deep into Xinjiang, covering the cultural landscapes of South Xinjiang and the natural wonders of North Xinjiang. Over the 17-day itinerary, there’s no need to frequently change hotels or move large luggage, greatly enhancing travel comfort. D6 Tashkurgan – Home visits with local ethnic groups -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – Train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan 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 – Train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
✨ Basic Introduction and Features of the Train D15 Morning, take the special train from Urumqi for return journey
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark the train along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark the train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang tour
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, 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 Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinfu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Note:The opening of scenic spots, Duku Highway traffic conditions, and road conditions involved in the itinerary may be affected by seasons or policies. Both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
💰 Price Description
The following are reference prices for different departure dates. Prices and availability may fluctuate with the schedule. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing, with the signed contract as the standard:
The Dahezhinan is a special tourist train designed for long-distance travel. All compartments are equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need to queue for public restrooms, making the journey more convenient. The carriages use multiple soundproofing and noise reduction technologies, ensuring a restful environment even during nighttime travel. It also caters to the needs of different travelers, offering various compartment types: 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms. The train also features a dedicated multi-functional carriage, integrating audio-visual playback, meeting spaces, board games, karaoke, and more, so the journey never feels dull. The accompanying dining car has a professional chef team that can adjust meal styles according to passengers’ taste preferences, accommodating both light and heavy flavors to ensure quality dining during the trip. The carriages are also equipped with barrier-free passages, anti-slip flooring, and smart lighting systems, making them very friendly for elderly travelers with limited mobility.May 9, 2026:
Private Bathroom 4-Person Room Upper Berth: 15,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 4-Person Room Lower Berth: 17,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 4-Person Room Child: 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
Private Bathroom 2-Person Room: 39,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 2-Person Room Value 3rd Person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
19,999 RMB/person (6 years and above), service standards same as adults
May 30, 2026:
Private Bathroom 4-Person Room Upper Berth: 19,999 RMB/person
Compared to other regular tourist trains, this one has outstanding advantages: Private Bathroom 4-Person Room Lower Berth: 21,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 4-Person Room Child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
Private Bathroom 2-Person Room: 45,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 2-Person Room Value 3rd Person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above), service standards same as adults
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
Private Bathroom 4-Person Room Upper Berth: 19,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 4-Person Room Lower Berth: 21,999 RMB/person
✅ The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with no overly dense sightseeing spots each day, no need to get up early to rush, suitable for travelers not accustomed to fast-paced trips Private Bathroom 4-Person Room Child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
Private Bathroom 2-Person Room: 45,999 RMB/person
Private Bathroom 2-Person Room Value 3rd Person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on train, no bed on land
23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above), service standards same as adults
📝 Booking Process
If you are interested in traveling, you can complete the booking by following these steps:
1. First, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm the availability for your desired departure date, the latest price for the corresponding compartment, and the materials needed for travel (such as tips for handling permits, clothing preparation suggestions, etc.)
2. Contact the booking manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, providing the identity information of all travelers and special needs (such as dietary restrictions, compartment arrangement needs for companions, special health condition tips, etc.)
3. Confirm the itinerary details, service content, and related precautions. After both parties agree, sign a formal tourism contract. The contract terms will strictly follow the Contract Law, Tourism Law, and other relevant legal provisions.
✅ Large luggage can be left in the train compartment throughout the trip; for land tours, you only need to carry a small bag, avoiding frequent packing and unpacking4. Pay the corresponding amount according to the contract agreement, after which you will receive a travel confirmation and a detailed tour notice
5. Before departure, prepare the relevant items as prompted by the tour notice, apply for the necessary border area permits in advance, and board the train at the station on time
📞 Registration and Consultation Methods
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For consultation, call the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, or contact them via WeChat. For offline consultation addresses, ask the customer service.
💡 Cost and Service Description
Included Items:Corresponding type of train compartment accommodation fees, land accommodation fees indicated in the itinerary, meal fees indicated in the itinerary, first admission ticket fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary, land transportation fees within the itinerary, fees for accompanying service personnel, and fees for using basic entertainment facilities on the train
Excluded Items: Personal expenses not indicated in the itinerary, self-funded items within scenic spots and secondary consumption such as shuttle buses and battery cars, single-person registration fees (for single registrations, we will try to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation), and additional costs due to force majeure factors (such as weather, policy changes, traffic controls, etc.)
Remarks:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🌟 Reasons for the Train’s Popularity
Since its launch, this train has been favored by many tourists. On one hand, it’s due to the well-designed route: in 17 days, you can experience the cultural heritage of ancient Central Plains capitals and visit the core attractions of South and North Xinjiang in one go, covering popular spots like Turpan, Kashgar, Pamir Plateau, Duku Highway, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi, without needing to plan multiple separate trips. On the other hand, the train’s service configuration better meets the needs of long-distance travel: no need to frequently move luggage, no rushing to catch transfers, a relaxed pace, complete facilities, and health protection. It’s very friendly for elderly travelers and those who can’t sit in cars for long periods. Different compartment types also meet the needs of families, friends, couples, and other travel groups. Before traveling, you can learn about the opening status of Xinjiang’s scenic spots. After May, the grasslands in North Xinjiang gradually turn green, and South Xinjiang has a comfortable climate, so different seasons offer different scenery.
