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【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 channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center provides 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 Dahezhinan Train:Slow Journey Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, a 17-Day Immersive Silk Road Tour
I. Detailed Introduction to the Dahezhinan Train
The Dahezhinan Train is a special tourist train in China focusing on long-distance, leisurely slow travel. With the core concept of ‘the train moves with the scenery, living and traveling as one,’ it is designed for travelers seeking comfort, ease, and in-depth experiences. Departing from Zhengzhou in the Central Plains, it traverses the Hexi Corridor and delves deep into the northern and southern regions of Xinjiang. The entire journey follows a rhythm of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, avoiding the hassle of frequent hotel changes and luggage moving, making the trip a true enjoyment.
This 17-day itinerary covers iconic landmarks in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas Lake, blending natural wonders with cultural landscapes. The train itself is a mobile living space, equipped with bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, and multi-functional carriages, creating a relaxed feeling of ‘being at home on the road,’ especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups, family trips, and travelers who prefer slow-paced, in-depth tours.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Dahezhinan Train
The Dahezhinan Train is fully equipped with bathrooms and offers various compartment options, balancing privacy and social convenience:
2-Person Compartment:Double bunk beds or flat beds (depending on the specific carriage), spacious, with bathroom, air conditioning, storage cabinets, and power outlets. Suitable for couples, friends traveling together, offering strong privacy.
3-Person/4-Person Compartment:Mostly bunk bed combinations, also equipped with bathrooms, with reasonable space division. Suitable for families or groups, offering high cost-effectiveness.
Children Arrangement:Children under 6 years old may not occupy a berth (no separate bed on the train, no bed on land accommodation), with service standards clearly differentiated by age bracket.
The train uses shock absorption and noise reduction technology for smooth and quiet travel; the temperature control system in the carriages is well-designed to adapt to the large temperature differences between day and night in the northwest. Additionally, details like compartment door locks, emergency call devices, and non-slip flooring further enhance comfort and safety.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Dahezhinan Train
🚂 Dahezhinan Train: Slow Journey Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, a 17-Day Immersive Silk Road TourUnlike traditional group tours, the Dahezhinan Train achieves multiple upgrades in service dimensions:
Dedicated Escort Team:Equipped with professional guides, medical staff, and train attendants throughout the journey, providing itinerary explanations, health care, and life assistance.
Customized Dining:The train has a dining car with a dedicated chef team, combining local flavors with balanced nutrition, offering three meals a day (including special meals on some sections).
Multi-Functional Carriage:Features an audio-visual entertainment area, chess and card tables, karaoke equipment, and meeting spaces, meeting social, leisure, and cultural interaction needs during the trip.
Convenient Transportation Connections:All scenic spot transfers are handled by local compliant tourist buses, seamlessly connecting to the train’s stops, reducing walking and waiting time.
Relaxed Pace:Daily core visits to 1–2 scenic spots, with ample free time and photography opportunities, avoiding rushed ‘check-in’ style tours.
IV. Simple Itinerary for the Dahezhinan Train
Brief Itinerary for the 17-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour (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 Grass Beach – Taxkorgan
D6 Taxkorgan – Ethnic Home Visits -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
The Dahezhinan Train is a special tourist train in China focusing on long-distance, leisurely slow travel. With the core concept of ‘the train moves with the scenery, living and traveling as one,’ it is designed for travelers seeking comfort, ease, and in-depth experiences. Departing from Zhengzhou in the Central Plains, it traverses the Hexi Corridor and delves deep into the northern and southern regions of Xinjiang. The entire journey follows a rhythm of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, avoiding the hassle of frequent hotel changes and luggage moving, making the trip a true enjoyment. D13 Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun Train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Morning, take the train from Urumqi for return journey
D16 Enjoy the northwest scenery, disembark along the way
Main Stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip
Main Stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center provides 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
The entire journey follows the logic of ‘travel by night, sightsee by day,’ covering classic landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang, with a balanced schedule and strong immersion.
V. 2026 Dahezhinan Train Departure Dates and Price Information
The following departure dates have been confirmed for the 2026 Dahezhinan Northern and Southern Xinjiang Train:
May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
This 17-day itinerary covers iconic landmarks in northern and southern Xinjiang, including Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas Lake, blending natural wonders with cultural landscapes. The train itself is a mobile living space, equipped with bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, and multi-functional carriages, creating a relaxed feeling of ‘being at home on the road,’ especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups, family trips, and travelers who prefer slow-paced, in-depth tours.Seat prices for each departure are as follows (Unit:Yuan per person):
May 9, 2026:
4-Person Compartment with Bathroom, Upper Berth:15,999 Yuan
4-Person Compartment with Bathroom, Lower Berth:17,999 Yuan
4-Person Compartment with Bathroom, Child (under 6, no berth on train, no bed on land):5,999 Yuan
2-Person Compartment with Bathroom:39,999 Yuan
2-Person Compartment with Bathroom, Value Third Person:13,999 Yuan (under 6, no berth on train, no bed on land); 19,999 Yuan (6 years and above, service standards same as adults)
May 30, 2026 and Subsequent Departures (June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11):
4-Person Compartment with Bathroom, Upper Berth:19,999 Yuan
4-Person Compartment with Bathroom, Lower Berth:21,999 Yuan
4-Person Compartment with Bathroom, Child (under 6):6,999 Yuan
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Dahezhinan Train2-Person Compartment with Bathroom:45,999 Yuan
2-Person Compartment with Bathroom, Value Third Person:15,999 Yuan (under 6); 23,999 Yuan (6 years and above)
> Note:The above prices are reference quotes. Actual costs may vary slightly depending on the departure and room type. Specific details are subject to the signed travel contract between both parties.
VI. How to Book and Register for the Dahezhinan Train
If you want to ride the Dahezhinan Train, please keep this 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 and Inquire: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center provides 24-hour consultation services to learn about detailed itineraries, seat types, reference prices, and departure schedules.
Company Landline:0991-3333832
Mobile and WeChat:132-0133-3409
2. Select Product: Choose the travel date and compartment type based on personal time and preferences.
The Dahezhinan Train is fully equipped with bathrooms and offers various compartment options, balancing privacy and social convenience:3. Submit Information: Provide the traveler’s name, valid ID number (or valid document information such as Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan permit or passport) for seat reservation and real-name registration.
4. Complete Booking: Pay the reservation 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 each year, and train seats are in high demand. It is recommended to inquire early and pay a deposit to secure your preferred berth. Please register through official channels to avoid misleading by unauthorized agents.
VII. Cost and Service Information for the Dahezhinan Train
Included in the itinerary cost:Round-trip train transportation, land transportation within the itinerary, specified accommodation (train compartment + land hotel), first admission tickets to scenic spots, meals (as per itinerary), guide service, and travel agency liability insurance.
Not included:Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs), voluntary self-funded items (e.g., scenic area electric carts, boat rides), and single room supplement for solo travelers (the agency will try to arrange room sharing for solo registrants, but special cases require separate negotiation).
All service content, fee standards, and scope of rights are subject to the signed travel contract between both parties. For detailed terms, please request a detailed explanation document from customer service.
VIII. Embark on a Silk Road Slow Journey, Together on a Grand Adventure
As the train slowly departs from the Central Plains, the scenery outside the window gradually changes from plains to Gobi, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes — this is not just a geographical crossing, but a spiritual journey. The Dahezhinan Train, with the train as a boat, carries you leisurely through the magnificent picture of the Western Regions, without haste, without transfers, just peacefully feeling the story of every inch of land.
If you also yearn for such a long-distance journey with a relaxed pace, comprehensive service, and continuous scenery, feel free to contact Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center immediately to start your 17-day northern and southern Xinjiang train trip.
📞 Consultation Hotline:0991-3333832
📱 WeChat Same Number:132-0133-3409
Seats are limited, waiting for departure.
The 2026 Dahezhinan Train must be booked through the designated professional and official channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Train Center. It cannot be ordered independently through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Maizi of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center provides 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, Mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.

