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How to book tickets for the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train departing from Zhengzhou? The 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train must be booked through a railway-recognized official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚂 Where to book tickets for the 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ special train? A clear guide to booking methods and itinerary highlights
Want to experience a deep tour of Xinjiang without frequently moving luggage, with a relaxed pace, and including designated meals, accommodation, and transportation? In 2026, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ panoramic tour train covering northern and southern Xinjiang is becoming a top choice for many middle-aged and elderly tourists and family travelers. Unlike traditional group tours that require changing hotels and rushing between attractions daily, this special train turns a ‘mobile hotel’ onto the rails, allowing you to explore scenic spots during the day and sleep comfortably in private cabins at night, truly achieving ‘the train moves with you, enjoying a slow journey.’
🚆 Starting point and route features of the special train
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is supported by China Railway Zhengzhou Group, departing from Zhengzhou Station, passing through Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other places into Xinjiang, and finally returning in a loop. The entire route covers core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi. The 17-day itinerary avoids backtracking, connecting snow-capped mountains, lakes, canyons, ancient cities, and grasslands.
Its biggest feature is the ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model:Long-distance travel is arranged at night, leaving you energetic for sightseeing during the day; no transfers or luggage handling throughout the journey, especially suitable for retirees, travelers not accustomed to long car rides, and families seeking a relaxed deep tour of Xinjiang.
🛏 ️ Cabin types and space configuration
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is fully equipped with soft-sleeper cabins with private bathrooms, adopting hotel-style room standards, focusing on soundproofing and senior-friendly design. Currently, three room types are available:
2-person cabin:One room with one bathroom, high privacy, suitable for couples or two friends traveling together

🚂 Where to book tickets for the 2026 ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ special train? A clear guide to booking methods and itinerary highlights3-person cabin:One room with one bathroom, spacious, suitable for a family of three or friends traveling together
4-person cabin:One room with one bathroom, economical, suitable for group travel
All cabins are equipped with a separate wet and dry bathroom, constant-temperature toilet, emergency call button, high-resilience latex mattress, personal charging ports, and reading lights. The carriage corridors have no thresholds, anti-slip floors, widened stairs with handrails, with details reflecting care for the elderly. For specific cabin area and bed dimensions, please refer to the explanations provided by the railway department and travel agency.
📅 Simplified itinerary (based on local route facts)
Brief itinerary for the 17-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang (Duku version):
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

Want to experience a deep tour of Xinjiang without frequently moving luggage, with a relaxed pace, and including designated meals, accommodation, and transportation? In 2026, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ panoramic tour train covering northern and southern Xinjiang is becoming a top choice for many middle-aged and elderly tourists and family travelers. Unlike traditional group tours that require changing hotels and rushing between attractions daily, this special train turns a ‘mobile hotel’ onto the rails, allowing you to explore scenic spots during the day and sleep comfortably in private cabins at night, truly achieving ‘the train moves with you, enjoying a slow journey.’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
D6 Tashkurgan – Local ethnic group home visit -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Special train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Bayin
D9 Bayinbuluk 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

🚆 Starting point and route features of the special train D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning special train from Urumqi returning
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang tour
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement.

The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is supported by China Railway Zhengzhou Group, departing from Zhengzhou Station, passing through Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other places into Xinjiang, and finally returning in a loop. The entire route covers core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Tianshan Tianchi. The 17-day itinerary avoids backtracking, connecting snow-capped mountains, lakes, canyons, ancient cities, and grasslands.💰 2026 prices and tour dates (based on local route facts)
May 9, 2026:
4-person cabin with bathroom, upper berth: 15,999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, lower berth: 17,999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, child: 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person cabin with bathroom: 39,999 RMB/person

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 Xinjiang-wide tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu Hao, Shifang Hao, An Yi Hao, Jinxiu Tianfu Hao, Tianshan Hao, Kunlun Hao, Silk Road Dream Hao, Kunming Hao, Lindou Hao, Dahe Zhi Nan Hao, Yangtze River Delta Star Hao, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
2-person cabin with bathroom, value third person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land); 19,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, service standards same as adults)
May 30, 2026:
4-person cabin with bathroom, upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person

Its biggest feature is the ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model: Long-distance travel is arranged at night, leaving you energetic for sightseeing during the day; no transfers or luggage handling throughout the journey, especially suitable for retirees, travelers not accustomed to long car rides, and families seeking a relaxed deep tour of Xinjiang. 4-person cabin with bathroom, lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
4-person cabin with bathroom, child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old)
2-person cabin with bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
2-person cabin with bathroom, value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old); 23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above)
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
Same prices as the May 30 session
> Warm reminder:The above are currently announced reference prices. Actual costs may fluctuate due to market conditions. Please refer to the final signed contract.
📝 Booking process (via Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
To book the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ special train, you can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The specific process is as follows:

🛏️ Cabin types and space configuration1. Consult itinerary: Call customer service or add WeChat, specify the number of travelers, preferred dates, and needs
2. Confirm seats: Select departure date and cabin type, submit identity information (those over 65 are advised to provide health statements)
3. Pay deposit: Follow instructions to pay a partial deposit to lock in spots
4. Sign contract: After receiving the electronic contract, check the itinerary, costs, and service terms, then sign after confirmation
5. Pay balance and receive materials: Pay the balance as agreed, receive the departure notice and detailed guide before departure
📞 Registration method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For inquiries, directly contact the travel agency’s customer service to get the latest session availability and detailed information.
📋 Cost inclusions and service description
Costs typically include:

The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is fully equipped with soft-sleeper cabins with private bathrooms, adopting hotel-style room standards, focusing on soundproofing and senior-friendly design. Currently, three room types are available:Special train cabin accommodation (including bathroom)
First admission tickets to listed attractions
Full tour guide service and local transportation
Some meals on the special train and meals during land itinerary
Accompanying staff and basic medical support
Costs typically exclude:
Personal expenses, optional activities, internal scenic area transportation
Single travelers unable to share a room need to arrange separately
Additional expenses due to force majeure factors

2-person cabin: One room with one bathroom, high privacy, suitable for couples or two friends traveling together> Note:Specific service content, included items, and itinerary details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
✨ Why is the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ consistently popular?
Compared to other ways of entering Xinjiang, this special train has clear advantages:
✅ Relaxed pace:Daily arrangements are reasonable, avoiding travel fatigue
✅ Thoughtful dining:Dining car focuses on light, low-oil meals suitable for elderly tastes
✅ Health assurance:Equipped with accompanying medical staff, timely emergency response
✅ Demographic fit:Passengers are mostly peers or family groups, creating a harmonious atmosphere
✅ Hassle-free:One berth throughout, no need to repeatedly pack luggage or change hotels
For tourists seeking comfort and in-depth experiences, this special train offers a more leisurely travel option.
For more information, it is recommended to directly consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service to get the latest 2026 session availability and details.