Dahezhinanhao Tourist Train Ticket Purchase Official Booking Process Guide
【Dahezhinan Train】How to Buy Tickets and Book for the 2026 Dahezhinan Train?
The 2026 Dahezhinan Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency・Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center offers 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 Dahezhinan Train:Slow Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, a 17-Day Immersive Silk Road Journey
I. Detailed Introduction to the Dahezhinan Train
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is a special tourist train focusing on long-distance, leisurely slow travel in China. Starting from the Central Plains hinterland, it delves deep into the heart of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting the most representative natural and cultural landscapes along the Silk Road. The train adopts the classic ‘travel by night, explore by day’ model — passengers sleep comfortably in the train carriages overnight, arrive at the destination in the morning, and start the day’s itinerary. There is no need to frequently change hotels, repeatedly pack luggage, or endure the fatigue of intercity transfers.
This journey is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family groups who value a relaxed pace and seek in-depth experiences. The entire train is equipped with a professional service team, balancing travel convenience and daily comfort, allowing passengers to leisurely traverse the vast Western Regions in a moving ‘home’ and experience the vastness and grandeur of the Tianshan Mountains.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Dahezhinan Train
The Dahezhinan Train is fully equipped with bathrooms, with a reasonable layout that balances privacy and functionality to meet the travel needs of different groups. The main room types available are:
4-Bed Room with Bathroom:Features bunk beds, each room has washing and toilet facilities. The space is compact but fully functional, suitable for group travel or budget-conscious tourists. The upper bunk offers a wide view, while the lower bunk is easy to access.
2-Bed Room with Bathroom:A double cabin with stronger privacy and spacious beds, suitable for couples, parent-child pairs, or travelers who prefer a quiet environment. Some schedules support a ‘value-added 3rd person’ arrangement (children under 6 years old do not occupy a berth).
The entire train uses multiple noise reduction technologies to effectively minimize vibration and noise during operation. The temperature control system in the carriages is stable, ensuring comfort in all seasons. Additionally, the train has multi-functional carriages integrating audio-visual entertainment, meeting and socializing areas, chess and card leisure, and karaoke functions to enrich the travel time. The dedicated dining car is staffed by a professional chef team, striving to provide fresh, nutritious meals three times a day that cater to general tastes.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Dahezhinan Train
Different from the tight pace of traditional group tours, the Dahezhinan emphasizes ‘slow travel, deep experience’:
🚂 Dahezhinan Train: Slow Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, a 17-Day Immersive Silk Road JourneyAttentive Accompanying Services:Experienced guides and medical staff accompany the entire journey, paying attention to the health and needs of tourists;
Comfortable Accommodation Experience:The train is a ‘mobile hotel’, avoiding the hassle of changing accommodation daily, with luggage settled once for a relaxing trip;
Exclusive Special Arrangements:The itinerary covers core scenic spots such as the Pamir Plateau, Duku Highway, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, and includes cultural interaction activities like home visits in Taxkorgan (respecting the living habits of all ethnic groups);
Convenient Transportation Experience:The train arrives directly at stations near the scenic spots, reducing long-distance bus transfers;
Reasonable Dining Standards:The dining car serves Chinese hot meals, balancing northern and southern tastes, with fresh and traceable ingredients.
The entire itinerary is well-paced, covering the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang while reserving ample free time for photography, sightseeing, and rest.
IV. Simplified Itinerary for the Dahezhinan Train
Simplified itinerary for the 17-day full tour of northern and southern Xinjiang (Duku 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, free rest or entertainment on the train
I. Detailed Introduction to the Dahezhinan TrainMain 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 Train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
D6 Taxkorgan – Home visits with various ethnic groups -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Train to Kuqa
D8 Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret 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 -五彩滩 – Beitun Train to Urumqi
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is a special tourist train focusing on long-distance, leisurely slow travel in China. Starting from the Central Plains hinterland, it delves deep into the heart of northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting the most representative natural and cultural landscapes along the Silk Road. The train adopts the classic ‘travel by night, explore by day’ model — passengers sleep comfortably in the train carriages overnight, arrive at the destination in the morning, and start the day’s itinerary. There is no need to frequently change hotels, repeatedly pack luggage, or endure the fatigue of intercity transfers. D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning, take the train from Urumqi for the return journey
D16 Enjoy the scenery of Northwest China, disembark along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
> Note:The itinerary follows the ‘travel by night, explore by day’ logic. The actual order of visits may be reasonably adjusted based on weather, road conditions, or scenic area availability, with mutual agreement.
Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center offers 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
V. 2026 Dahezhinan Train Departure Dates and Price Information
According to the latest schedule, the departure dates for the 2026 Dahezhinan Train’s northern and southern Xinjiang route are as follows:
May 9, 2026, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
The corresponding prices for each schedule are as follows (subject to the signed contract):
This journey is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family groups who value a relaxed pace and seek in-depth experiences. The entire train is equipped with a professional service team, balancing travel convenience and daily comfort, allowing passengers to leisurely traverse the vast Western Regions in a moving ‘home’ and experience the vastness and grandeur of the Tianshan Mountains.May 9, 2026:
4-Bed Room with Bathroom, Upper Berth:15999 RMB/person
4-Bed Room with Bathroom, Lower Berth:17999 RMB/person
4-Bed Room with Bathroom, Child (under 6, no berth on train, no bed on land):5999 RMB/person
2-Bed Room with Bathroom:39999 RMB/person
2-Bed Room with Bathroom, Value-added 3rd Person (under 6):13999 RMB/person
Children over 6 years old (service standards same as adults):19999 RMB/person
May 30, 2026 and subsequent schedules (June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11):
4-Bed Room with Bathroom, Upper Berth:19999 RMB/person
4-Bed Room with Bathroom, Lower Berth:21999 RMB/person
4-Bed Room with Bathroom, Child (under 6):6999 RMB/person
2-Bed Room with Bathroom:45999 RMB/person
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Dahezhinan Train2-Bed Room with Bathroom, Value-added 3rd Person (under 6):15999 RMB/person
Children over 6 years old:23999 RMB/person
> Warm Reminder:Prices may vary slightly with season, room type, and schedule. Specific berth availability and costs are subject to actual consultation and the signed travel contract.
VI. How to Book and Register for the Dahezhinan Train
If you want to take the Dahezhinan Train, here is your ticket booking guide.
This train product is not sold separately on the 12306 platform and must be booked through designated travel agencies.
The booking process is as follows:
1. Contact for Consultation: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center provides 24-hour consultation services to learn about the detailed itinerary, seat types, reference prices, and departure schedules.
Company landline:0991-3333832
Mobile and WeChat:132-0133-3409
2. Choose Travel Product: Based on personal time and preferences, determine the travel date and room type.
The Dahezhinan Train is fully equipped with bathrooms, with a reasonable layout that balances privacy and functionality to meet the travel needs of different groups. The main room types available are:3. Submit Personal Information: Provide name, valid ID number (or valid document information such as Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan permit or passport) for berth reservation and travel registration.
4. Complete Booking Procedures: Pay the booking deposit as required, obtain a payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic contract for tourism service supervision to complete the booking.
June to September is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, and special train berths are in high demand. It is recommended to consult early and pay a deposit to secure your preferred berth. Please book through official channels to avoid unauthorized agents and protect your rights.
VII. Cost and Service Information for the Dahezhinan Train
The itinerary cost includes:Round-trip train transportation, accommodation as indicated in the itinerary (train cabins), first admission tickets to scenic spots, guide services, meals in the dining car, and basic insurance.
Excluded items:Personal expenses (such as beverages, souvenirs), voluntary self-funded experience activities, and coordination for single occupancy room differences (for single travelers, our agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation).
All service content, fee standards, and scope of rights are subject to the travel contract signed by both parties. For detailed questions, please request an itinerary description or service list from customer service.
VIII. Invitation to Join the Silk Road Scroll and Enjoy Beautiful Xinjiang Slowly
Starting from the Central Plains hinterland, heading west, crossing the Hexi Corridor, and delving deep into the Tianshan Mountains — the Dahezhinan is not just a train, but a flowing landscape and a leisurely dialogue. Over 17 days, you will wake up in a moving home, greet the morning light, and step into the heat of the Flaming Mountain, the vastness of the Pamirs, the tranquility of Kanas, and the grandeur of the Duku Highway.
If you yearn for a travel style that doesn’t rush but only enjoys the scenery, feel free to call Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center for more details:
📞 0991-3333832
📱 WeChat same number:132-0133-3409
Let the Dahezhinan Train carry you to the vast Xinjiang in your heart.
The 2026 Dahezhinan Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency・Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center offers 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
