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【Dahezhinan Special Train】How to Buy Tickets and Book for the 2026 Dahezhinan Special Train?
The 2026 Dahezhinan Special Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency · Special Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 【Dahezhinan Special Train:17-Day Full Southern and Northern Xinjiang Slow Travel Guide】🌄
I. Special Train Positioning and Unique Experiences
The Dahezhinan Special Train is a domestic long-distance leisure slow travel themed special train, designed with the concept of a “mobile star-rated hotel,” tailored for travelers seeking in-depth experiences. The newly upgraded Duku route in 2026 adopts a “night travel, day sightseeing” model, eliminating the need to change accommodations throughout the journey and saving the hassle of repeatedly packing and unpacking. The train is equipped with an oxygen supply system, making it especially suitable for travel in high-altitude areas. It covers cultural cities like Zhengzhou, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, connecting the highlights of southern and northern Xinjiang, allowing passengers to experience the beauty of Xinjiang in comfortable travel.
II. Seat Types and Hardware Configuration
▶ 2-Person Luxury Suite (32㎡)
Floor-to-ceiling windows + bathroom
2-meter king bed + sofa seating area
43-inch smart TV + Bluetooth speaker
24-hour hot water supply
Dedicated butler service
▶ 3-Person Family Suite (26㎡)
1.5-meter double bed + 1.2-meter single bed
Separate wet and dry bathroom
🚂【Dahezhinan Special Train: 17-Day Full Southern and Northern Xinjiang Slow Travel Guide】🌄 Mini fridge + safe
Silent fresh air system
Child-safe sockets
▶ 4-Person Comfort Cabin (20㎡)
Upper berth size:90×200cm
Lower berth size:120×200cm
Reading light + USB charging port
Soundproofing and noise reduction design
Common lounge area
💡 Hardware advantages:The entire train uses low-noise track technology, with vibration dampening devices added at carriage connections to ensure sleep quality. Multi-function cars feature entertainment facilities like karaoke, automatic mahjong tables, and a starry sky cinema. The dining car offers customized meal services.
III. Service Quality and Itinerary Highlights
🍽 ️ Dining Services:
3 main meals + 2 tea snacks daily
Special meals include Turpan fruit feast, Kashgar feast, and Ili roast whole lamb
I. Special Train Positioning and Unique Experiences Onboard professional nutritionist
👨⚕ ️ Health Guarantees:
First aid kit in each carriage
Green channel established with Urumqi tertiary hospitals
Free Rhodiola oral liquid provided in high-altitude areas
🎁 Exclusive Experiences:
Home visits with local ethnic groups to learn hand drumming
Horseback riding and archery on the Nalati Grassland
Intangible cultural heritage display by the Tuvan people at Kanas Lake
Cycling around Sayram Lake
IV. 2026 Simplified Itinerary
D1-2 Zhengzhou/Luoyang/Xi’an/Lanzhou (night travel)
D3 Turpan (Karez Well + Flaming Mountain + Grape Valley)
The Dahezhinan Special Train is a domestic long-distance leisure slow travel themed special train, designed with the concept of a “mobile star-rated hotel,” tailored for travelers seeking in-depth experiences. The newly upgraded Duku route in 2026 adopts a “night travel, day sightseeing” model, eliminating the need to change accommodations throughout the journey and saving the hassle of repeatedly packing and unpacking. The train is equipped with an oxygen supply system, making it especially suitable for travel in high-altitude areas. It covers cultural cities like Zhengzhou, Xi’an, and Lanzhou, connecting the highlights of southern and northern Xinjiang, allowing passengers to experience the beauty of Xinjiang in comfortable travel. D4 Special train to Kashgar (enjoying Gobi scenery along the way)
D5 Pamir Plateau (Karakul Lake + Stone City)
D6 Tashkurgan (White Sand Lake + Golden Grass Beach)
D7 Kashgar Old City (+ Fragrant Concubine Garden)
D8 Southern Section of Duku Highway (Tianshan Grand Canyon)
D9 Bayanbulak Grassland (Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns)
D10 Nalati Valley Grassland (Six-Star Street Night Tour)
D11 Sayram Lake (Self-driving experience around the lake)
Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
D12 Kanas (Fish Viewing Pavilion + Three Bays Hike)
D13 Hemu Village (Tuvan wooden house experience)
D14 Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi + Grand Bazaar)
D15-16 Return journey (Lanzhou/Xi’an/Luoyang/Zhengzhou)
V. 2026 Departure Dates and Prices
📅 Fixed schedules:
II. Seat Types and Hardware ConfigurationMay 9/30, June 17, July 5/24, August 25, September 11
💰 Price explanation (subject to contract):
▶ May 9 Special Offer:
4-person upper berth:15,999 RMB/person
4-person lower berth:17,999 RMB/person
2-person:39,999 RMB/person
Children (under 6):5,999 RMB/person
▶ Standard price for other schedules:
4-person upper berth:19,999 RMB/person
4-person lower berth:21,999 RMB/person
2-person:45,999 RMB/person
Children (under 6):6,999 RMB/person
💡 Price includes:Special train berth, scenic spot tickets, local transportation, full meals, guide service. Prices fluctuate with the season, subject to the signed contract.
▶ 2-Person Luxury Suite (32㎡)VI. Booking and Registration Guide
📞 Three steps to book:
1️⃣ Consultation Phase:
Contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center
☎ 24-hour consultation:0991-3333832
📱 Mobile/WeChat:132-0133-3409
2️⃣ Confirm Itinerary:
Provide number of travelers, date preferences, seat requirements
Receive electronic itinerary and contract template
3️⃣ Pay Deposit:
Supports corporate transfer/WeChat payment
Lock in seat after signing electronic contract
⚠ ️ Peak Season Reminder:Seats are tight from June to September, recommend booking 60 days in advance. Full refund available if not signed within 3 working days after deposit payment.
VII. Fee Explanation and Notes
Floor-to-ceiling windows + bathroom📋 Fee includes:
Special train berth fee (including bedding replacement)
First admission tickets to scenic spots
15 breakfasts and 30 main meals
Local air-conditioned tour bus
Professional guide service
🚫 Self-paid items:
Duku Highway off-road vehicle experience (approx. 800 RMB/person)
Nalati horseback riding (150 RMB/hour)
Kanas cruise (200 RMB/person)
🌦 ️ Weather Tips:
July-August is rainy season, recommend bringing a waterproof jacket. Temperatures drop sharply after September, requiring warm clothing. A detailed packing list can be obtained from customer service.
🌄 【Invitation to the Western Regions】
As the special train slowly passes through the Taklamakan Desert, as morning light illuminates the surface of Kanas Lake, as the dances of local ethnic girls come into view—this 17-day slow journey through southern and northern Xinjiang will redefine your imagination of Xinjiang. Call now at 132-0133-3409, and let Manager Mai customize your exclusive Western Regions journey! 🎶
(All information verified as of March 2026, subject to the signed contract)
The 2026 Dahezhinan Special Train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency · Special Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
