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How to buy tickets for the 2026 ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train? The ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train must be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channels: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Manager Guo Jing of the ‘South of the Great River’ Department, 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.
Want to experience a slow travel style of ‘sleeping on the train and exploring Xinjiang off the train’? 🚂
The ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train cleverly connects ‘River Civilization’ with ‘Beautiful Xinjiang,’ offering a worry-free travel experience with multiple stops and a single berth throughout. This registration guide will outline the route highlights, registration methods, and cost details.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights:Fusion of River Civilization and Western Regions Scenery
The ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train is based on the ‘Central Plains Railway · South of the Great River’ special train built by China Railway Zhengzhou Group. The train body has been upgraded for comfort and elderly-friendliness, earning it the nickname ‘Mobile Hotel.’
✨ Core Features of the Train
🛌 Comfortable Sleep:All soft sleeper compartments with options for 2, 3, or 4 people, each equipped with a bathroom, wet-dry separation, constant-temperature toilet, and emergency call device.
♿ ️ Elderly-Friendly:The carriages feature threshold-free design, anti-slip carpets, handrails, widened anti-slip ladders, and large-font signage, reflecting care in every detail.
🎲 Rich Entertainment:Multi-functional carriages offer activities like tea tasting, board games, karaoke, and intangible cultural heritage experiences, with a 24-hour train butler service.
🍽 ️ Special Dining:The dining car provides healthy meals with light, low-oil, and low-salt menus suitable for various dietary habits.
🏞 ️ Itinerary Overview:See the Best of Xinjiang in One Trip
Culture and History:Visit Turpan’s Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, and Grape Valley to experience the charm of this Silk Road hub.
Want to experience a slow travel style of ‘sleeping on the train and exploring Xinjiang off the train’? 🚂Highland Scenery:Explore the Pamir Plateau, visit Karakul Lake, Stone City, and Golden Grassland, with distant views of Muztagh Ata Peak.
Ethnic Customs:Step into Kashgar Old City and Fragrant Concubine’s Garden to experience rich Silk Road culture.
Road Wonders:Traverse the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway, connecting famous grasslands like Bayanbulak and Nalati.
Lakes and Grasslands:Admire the ‘Blue Eye’ of Sayram Lake, and enjoy the autumn colors of Kanas, Hemu, and Colorful Beach in northern Xinjiang.
📅 Simplified Itinerary Overview
D1 Board the ‘South of the Great River’ special train along the route, starting a pleasant journey
Main Stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the ‘South of the Great River’ special train along the route, rest or enjoy entertainment 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, ‘South of the Great River’ Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
The ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train cleverly connects ‘River Civilization’ with ‘Beautiful Xinjiang,’ offering a worry-free travel experience with multiple stops and a single berth throughout. This registration guide will outline the route highlights, registration methods, and cost details. D6 Taxkorgan – Ethnic Home Visits – Baisha Lake – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine’s Garden – Train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Bayanbulak
D9 Bayanbulak 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 Depart from Urumqi on the return train in the morning
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, disembark along the route
Main Stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Customized Travel Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing.
🗺️ Route Highlights: Fusion of River Civilization and Western Regions SceneryD17 Disembark along the route, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Main Stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 Pricing and Registration Methods
📅 2026 Departure Dates and Reference Prices
The following are reference prices for different departure dates. Actual prices may fluctuate based on market conditions; please refer to the final signed travel contract.
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:5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, 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 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
The ‘South of the Great River’ tourist train is based on the ‘Central Plains Railway · South of the Great River’ special train built by China Railway Zhengzhou Group. The train body has been upgraded for comfort and elderly-friendliness, earning it the nickname ‘Mobile Hotel.’23,999 RMB/person (over 6 years old, same service standards as adults)
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
4-person compartment with bathroom, child:6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, 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 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
23,999 RMB/person (over 6 years old, same service standards as adults)
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:6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
✨ Core Features of the Train2-person compartment with bathroom:45,999 RMB/person
2-person compartment with bathroom, value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
23,999 RMB/person (over 6 years old, same service standards as adults)
> Important Note:The pricing policies for children and ‘value third person’ are recommended for specific age groups; the exact scope of application is subject to the contract.
📞 How to Register and Inquire
You can obtain the latest schedules, availability, and detailed cost information through the following methods:
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2229
Registration Cooperation:You can register for the tour through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📝 Cost and Service Description
Included in the Cost:Typically covers train sleeper accommodation, meals during the itinerary, tour buses, first admission tickets to attractions, guide services, and travel accident insurance.
Not Included in the Cost:Personal expenses, costs during free time, and items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Service Standards:Standards for hotels, meals, vehicles, etc., involved in the itinerary will be specified in the contract. In case of force majeure factors like weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary.
> Important Reminder:Specific cost breakdowns, cancellation policies, and service details are all subject to the formal travel contract signed with the travel agency.
2026 ‘South of the Great River’ 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
