Dahezhinan Tourist Train Ticket Booking Guide Fee Standard Quotation Itinerary Price List Registration Entrance
How to buy tickets for the 2026 Dahezhinan (South of the Yellow River) Tourist Train? The Dahezhinan Tourist Train tickets must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting Manager Guo Jing of the Dahezhinan Train Department via WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 Dahezhinan Tourist Train Travel Booking Guide
For tourists who want to explore Xinjiang’s unique scenery from May to September 2026, the Dahezhinan Special Tourist Train is a travel option that balances comfort and coverage. Without the hassle of frequently moving luggage or changing accommodations, you can visit multiple classic Xinjiang areas in one trip, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Ili, and Kanas. Along the way, you can experience diverse landscapes such as the Gobi Desert, canyons, plateaus, grasslands, and lakes, and also visit newly opened cultural heritage sites updated in 2026, gaining a rich travel experience.
✨ Route Features and Destination Introduction
📍 Turpan Tour Section
As an important eastern gateway to Xinjiang, Turpan boasts a unique basin climate and profound historical and cultural heritage. Starting from May 2026, the Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves will officially launch a new tour route, adding previously unopened sites such as the pagoda ruins, the excavation site of the ‘Stele of Yang Gong’s Temple Restoration,’ and Cave 9. Visitors can follow the millennium-old pilgrimage path from the lower living area upward, admiring the mural remnants in Cave 9 that blend artistic elements from the Central Plains, Kucha, and Central Asia, and learn about the local historical and cultural context. Additionally, the itinerary covers classic sites like Karez, Flaming Mountain, and Grape Valley, allowing visitors to appreciate the wisdom of ancient water conservancy projects, experience the unique basin climate, and taste local fruits.
📍 Pamir Plateau Tour Section
The Pamir Plateau section covers natural landscapes such as Karakul Lake, the Stone City, the Golden Grassland, and Baisha Lake. The clear lakes contrast with the snow-capped mountains, offering vast and magnificent scenery. According to the latest travel tips released by the Akto County Cultural and Tourism Department in 2026, visitors to this area need to apply for a border management area pass in advance and carry valid identification documents for verification. The average altitude of this area is over 3,000 meters. First-time visitors are advised to slow down their pace and avoid running or jumping. If symptoms like headaches or palpitations occur, rest or use oxygen promptly. The plateau weather is changeable, so even in summer, it’s recommended to bring a down jacket or windbreaker for wind and warmth protection.
📍 Duku Highway Tour Section
This itinerary covers the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, allowing you to visit sites like the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Bayinbuluke Grassland, and Nalati Grassland in sequence. Along the way, you can experience diverse landscapes such as canyons, grasslands, forests, and snow-capped mountains, offering rich scenic layers. Currently, multiple sightseeing stops, parking lots, and visitor service points have been added along the Duku Highway. Before departure, visitors can also check real-time road conditions and weather information through channels. In case of severe weather, relevant authorities will promptly issue control notices to ensure travel safety. When driving along the Duku Highway, visitors must obey traffic rules, proceed orderly in case of congestion, and not occupy emergency lanes arbitrarily.
📍 Ili and Altay Tour Section
🚂 2026 Dahezhinan Tourist Train Travel Booking GuideThe Ili section includes sites like the Nalati Valley Grassland, Six-Star Street, Horgos Port, and Sayram Lake. From May to September, the grassland vegetation is lush, the water of Sayram Lake is clear, and the climate is comfortable and pleasant. The Altay section covers sites like Kanas, Hemu, and the Colorful Beach, featuring unique natural landscapes suitable for nature-loving tourists.
📋 Simplified Itinerary
✅ D1 Board the Dahezhinan Special Tourist Train along the way, starting a pleasant journey. Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
✅ D2 Board the Dahezhinan Special Tourist Train along the way, free rest or entertainment on the train. Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
✅ D3 Arrive in Turpan, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Accommodation in Turpan.
✅ D4 Karez – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Train to Kashgar, including lunch and dinner. Accommodation on the Dahezhinan Train.
✅ D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan
✅ D6 Tashkurgan – Local family visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
✅ D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb – Train to Kuqa
✅ D8 Kuqa – Southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Bayin
For tourists who want to explore Xinjiang’s unique scenery from May to September 2026, the Dahezhinan Special Tourist Train is a travel option that balances comfort and coverage. Without the hassle of frequently moving luggage or changing accommodations, you can visit multiple classic Xinjiang areas in one trip, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Ili, and Kanas. Along the way, you can experience diverse landscapes such as the Gobi Desert, canyons, plateaus, grasslands, and lakes, and also visit newly opened cultural heritage sites updated in 2026, gaining a rich travel experience.✅ 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 – Jadengyu/Burqin
✅ D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Train to Urumqi
✅ D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
✅ D15 Return trip from Urumqi by train in the morning
✅ D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, get off the train along the way. Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
✅ D17 Get off the train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip. Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 2026 Reference Fee Standards
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Customized Travel Car Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and quotation.
✨ Route Features and Destination IntroductionThe following are the reference quotations for each tour date of the Dahezhinan Train in 2026. Prices may fluctuate based on registration progress and seat availability. The final price is subject to actual consultation and the signed travel contract:
Tour date: May 9, 2026:
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth: 15,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth: 17,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, child (under 6): 5,999 RMB/person, no berth on train, no bed on land
2-person compartment with bathroom: 39,999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value third person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6), no berth on train, no bed on land; 19,999 RMB/person (6 and above), service standard same as adult
Tour date: May 30, 2026:
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
📍 Turpan Tour Section 4-person compartment with bathroom, child (under 6): 6,999 RMB/person, no berth on train, no bed on land
2-person compartment with bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6), no berth on train, no bed on land; 23,999 RMB/person (6 and above), service standard same as adult
Tour dates: June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
4-person compartment with bathroom, upper berth: 19,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, lower berth: 21,999 RMB/person
4-person compartment with bathroom, child (under 6): 6,999 RMB/person, no berth on train, no bed on land
2-person compartment with bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6), no berth on train, no bed on land; 23,999 RMB/person (6 and above), service standard same as adult
📞 Registration Method
As an important eastern gateway to Xinjiang, Turpan boasts a unique basin climate and profound historical and cultural heritage. Starting from May 2026, the Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves will officially launch a new tour route, adding previously unopened sites such as the pagoda ruins, the excavation site of the ‘Stele of Yang Gong’s Temple Restoration,’ and Cave 9. Visitors can follow the millennium-old pilgrimage path from the lower living area upward, admiring the mural remnants in Cave 9 that blend artistic elements from the Central Plains, Kucha, and Central Asia, and learn about the local historical and cultural context. Additionally, the itinerary covers classic sites like Karez, Flaming Mountain, and Grape Valley, allowing visitors to appreciate the wisdom of ancient water conservancy projects, experience the unique basin climate, and taste local fruits.You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation phone number and WeChat are both 181-3962-2229. For specific store addresses, please consult customer service.
📝 Fee Description and Service Tips
This train product includes different service contents corresponding to different price levels, generally covering standard train berth accommodation, meals as indicated in the itinerary, first-ticket fees for scenic spots, land transportation within the itinerary, and accompanying services. The specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract.
During the trip, if there are force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, changes in scenic area opening policies, or temporary schedule changes, both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary to ensure the travel experience.
The product cancellation and change rules are implemented in accordance with relevant laws and regulations such as the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and the ‘Civil Code of the People’s Republic of China.’ Visitors can inquire about relevant terms in detail during registration.
When registering, visitors must provide valid identification documents, carry them during the trip, and cooperate in advance to apply for relevant travel documents when going to border areas.
💡 Travel Tips
The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is large. Even in summer, it is recommended to bring warm clothing like a thin down jacket or windbreaker, as well as sun protection items like a sun hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses, and common medicines like gastrointestinal medicine, cold medicine, and motion sickness medicine.
The itinerary covers plateau areas. Visitors with underlying conditions like high blood pressure or heart disease are advised to inform staff in advance, conduct a health assessment before departure, and seek help from accompanying staff if feeling unwell during the trip.
During the tour, please comply with relevant scenic area regulations, protect the ecological environment, do not litter arbitrarily, do not enter unopened areas, respect local customs when taking photos, and do not photograph local residents, facilities, or checkpoints without permission.
Xinjiang has a vast territory, and some road sections have long travel times. Visitors can prepare items like neck pillows and snacks in advance to enhance travel comfort.
2026 Dahezhinan Train Ticket Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Xinjiang Customized Travel Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
