2026 Xinjiang Special Train, Dahezhinan Departure Date Confirmed
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Multiple options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Professionally operating Xinjiang tourist train tours, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 The departure dates for the 2026 Xinjiang special train ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ have been confirmed:Slowly travel through northern and southern Xinjiang, a 17-day full-depth experience is about to begin
Tired of the hassle of frequently changing hotels, moving luggage, and scrambling for tickets and room bookings in traditional travel? Want to embrace the vast and magnificent Xinjiang into a leisurely journey at a more relaxed pace? In 2026, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train, with the concept of ‘mobile comfortable living space,’ departs from the central plains, crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, connecting the cultural imprints of southern Xinjiang with the natural wonders of northern Xinjiang. This train is not just a mode of transportation but an immersive travel lifestyle.
🌄 Introduction to Route and Destination Highlights
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is not an ordinary passenger train but a special tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and entertainment. The route covers representative Xinjiang attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi, balancing the historical depth of southern Xinjiang with the ecological grandeur of northern Xinjiang.
The itinerary specially arranges visits to the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway. According to the latest 2026 announcement from the Xinjiang Transportation Department, the Duku Highway is expected to open from mid-June to early October. The special train will operate within this window, ensuring tourists can smoothly experience this classic route known as the ‘Scenic Highway.’
On the Pamir Plateau, you can overlook Muztagh Ata Peak and enjoy the clear waters of Karakul Lake; in the old city of Kashgar, stroll through the alleys and feel the local life; in Hemu Village, morning mist surrounds the wooden houses, creating a fairy-tale world; at the Colorful Beach, the Yadan landform and the Irtysh River complement each other in vibrant colors. All attractions are arranged based on local scenic area opening policies and reception capacity. In case of special circumstances, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists for reasonable itinerary changes while protecting their rights.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on the Final Draft)
🚂 The departure dates for the 2026 Xinjiang special train ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ have been confirmed: Slowly travel through northern and southern Xinjiang, a 17-day full-depth experience is about to beginSimplified itinerary for the 17-day full-depth tour of northern and southern Xinjiang (Duku version):
D1 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey
Main stops:Zhengzhou, Luoyang
D2 Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the way, free rest or entertainment on the train
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan, breakfast/lunch/dinner, Turpan
D4 Karez Well – Flaming Mountain – Grape Valley – Special train to Kashgar, lunch/dinner, Dahe Zhi Nan special train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
Tired of the hassle of frequently changing hotels, moving luggage, and scrambling for tickets and room bookings in traditional travel? Want to embrace the vast and magnificent Xinjiang into a leisurely journey at a more relaxed pace? In 2026, the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ tourist train, with the concept of ‘mobile comfortable living space,’ departs from the central plains, crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, connecting the cultural imprints of southern Xinjiang with the natural wonders of northern Xinjiang. This train is not just a mode of transportation but an immersive travel lifestyle. D6 Taxkorgan – Ethnic home visits -白沙湖 – Kashgar
D7 Kashgar Old City – Fragrant Concubine Garden – Special 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 – Special train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu/Burqin
🌄 Introduction to Route and Destination Highlights D13 Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Depart from Urumqi on the special train for return journey
D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, get off the special train along the way
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
Take the tourist train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, multiple options from economy to luxury are available for you to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing’s phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
D17 Get off the special train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang journey
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
💰 Price Explanation (Based on Local Final Draft)
The ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ is not an ordinary passenger train but a special tourist train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and entertainment. The route covers representative Xinjiang attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, the Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi, balancing the historical depth of southern Xinjiang with the ecological grandeur of northern Xinjiang.The Dahe Zhi Nan Hao special train has full-train bathrooms, with 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms to meet the travel needs of different groups. The compartment design balances comfort and convenience, using various technologies to reduce noise; the multi-functional car is equipped with an audio-visual system, serving multiple functions such as meeting, dining, chess and cards, and karaoke; the train is equipped with a dedicated dining car and chef team, ensuring quality meals during the journey!
Departure Dates:May 9, 2026, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
May 9, 2026:
▪️ Bathroom 4-person room upper berth 15,999 RMB/person
▪️ Bathroom 4-person room lower berth 17,999 RMB/person
▪️ Bathroom 4-person room child 5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land
▪️ Bathroom 2-person room 39,999 RMB/person
The itinerary specially arranges visits to the southern and middle sections of the Duku Highway. According to the latest 2026 announcement from the Xinjiang Transportation Department, the Duku Highway is expected to open from mid-June to early October. The special train will operate within this window, ensuring tourists can smoothly experience this classic route known as the ‘Scenic Highway.’▪️ Bathroom 2-person room value third person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land; 19,999 RMB/person (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):
▪️ Bathroom 4-person room upper berth 19,999 RMB/person
▪️ Bathroom 4-person room lower berth 21,999 RMB/person
▪️ Bathroom 4-person room child 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land
▪️ Bathroom 2-person room 45,999 RMB/person
▪️ Bathroom 2-person room value third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old) no berth on train, no bed on land; 23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above) service standards same as adults
> Note:The above prices are for reference only, subject to the specific travel contract signed by both parties, and may fluctuate with departure dates.
On the Pamir Plateau, you can overlook Muztagh Ata Peak and enjoy the clear waters of Karakul Lake; in the old city of Kashgar, stroll through the alleys and feel the local life; in Hemu Village, morning mist surrounds the wooden houses, creating a fairy-tale world; at the Colorful Beach, the Yadan landform and the Irtysh River complement each other in vibrant colors. All attractions are arranged based on local scenic area opening policies and reception capacity. In case of special circumstances, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists for reasonable itinerary changes while protecting their rights.📞 Registration Method
Interested participants can inquire and book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Customer Service Phone:181-3962-2233 (Same as WeChat)
It is recommended to contact customer service in advance to check availability, room type selection, and specific travel details.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
The cost includes transportation, accommodation (train compartment), first admission tickets to listed attractions, meals (including train dining car and some land meals), guide service, and accompanying staff service. The special train adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ mode, allowing in-depth exploration of scenic areas during the day and peaceful sleep in quiet compartments at night, eliminating cross-city travel.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; if a single room supplement is needed due to special circumstances, both parties can negotiate separately. Factors such as scenic area openings, road conditions, and weather may cause uncertainties; if changes are needed, they will be made reasonably with the premise of ensuring tourist experience and mutual agreement.
Specific service content, cancellation and change rules, etc., are all implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations. Please refer to actual consultation and contract for details.
✨ May to September 2026 is the golden period for Xinjiang tourism, with grasslands turning green, flower seas in full bloom, lakes clear, and pleasant weather. Take the ‘Dahe Zhi Nan Hao’ without worrying about transportation connections and accommodation arrangements—just bring a relaxed mood, let the scenery flow outside the window, and make the journey itself a part of life.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
