2026Great South of the River, North South Xinjiang Special Train, Suitable for Both Elderly and Children
No need to drive or rush around. Take the Xinjiang tourist special train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose from economy to luxury options. Professionally operated Xinjiang tourist train tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
🚂 2026 Dahezhinan South-North Xinjiang Special Train:One train travels through the Silk Road, the whole family travels with peace of mind.
Tired of the exhausting pace of dragging luggage to change hotels and catching early buses to see attractions? Want to take your parents and children to deeply experience the vastness and diversity of Xinjiang, but worried about the long-distance travel being too tiring? In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special tourist train is offering a more relaxed and worry-free option for family trips with its ‘mobile living’ approach. This 17-day full tour of southern and northern Xinjiang not only recommends the core landscapes on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains but also makes the journey itself a comfortable experience through the ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model.
🌄 Route Highlights:One journey, experience the essence of Xinjiang.
The ‘Dahezhinan’ 17-day full tour of southern and northern Xinjiang (Duku version) connects the cultural oases of southern Xinjiang with the ecological wonders of northern Xinjiang, with an itinerary that balances natural wonders and cultural landmarks:
Turpan Oasis Civilization:Karez wells, Flaming Mountains, Grape Valley, showcasing the wisdom of life in arid regions;
Pamir Plateau Scenery:Karakul Lake overlooking Muztagh Ata, Stone City and Golden Grassland depicting the blend of history and nature;
Duku Highway Highlights:Crossing the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, the nine bends of Bayanbulak Grassland, and Nalati Valley Grassland, with varied scenery across seasons;
Northern Xinjiang Ecological Gems:Sayram Lake known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ Kanas and Hemu forming a fairy-tale forest and lake village;
Urban Cultural Highlights:Kashgar Old City, Fragrant Concubine Garden, Urumqi Grand Bazaar, presenting the daily scenes of diverse cultures.
🚂 2026 Dahezhinan South-North Xinjiang Special Train: One train travels through the Silk Road, the whole family travels with peace of mind.The entire journey uses a combined railway and highway model, with daytime sightseeing and nighttime sleep on the special train, avoiding the fatigue of frequent transfers, especially suitable for elderly tourists and families with children.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly based on finalized content):
Simplified itinerary for the 17-day full tour of southern and northern 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.
Main stops:Xi’an, Lanzhou
D3 Arrive in Turpan, breakfast, lunch, dinner, Turpan
D4 Karez Wells – Flaming Mountains – Grape Valley – Special train to Kashgar, lunch, dinner, Dahezhinan special train
D5 Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
Tired of the exhausting pace of dragging luggage to change hotels and catching early buses to see attractions? Want to take your parents and children to deeply experience the vastness and diversity of Xinjiang, but worried about the long-distance travel being too tiring? In 2026, the ‘Dahezhinan’ special tourist train is offering a more relaxed and worry-free option for family trips with its ‘mobile living’ approach. This 17-day full tour of southern and northern Xinjiang not only recommends the core landscapes on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains but also makes the journey itself a comfortable experience through the ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model. D6 Taxkorgan – Home visits with local ethnic groups -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 – 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 – Special train to Beitun
D12 Beitun – Kanas – Jadengyu/Burqin
D13 Jadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Colorful Beach – Beitun special train to Urumqi
D14 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15 Board the special train in Urumqi for return journey
🌄 Route Highlights: One journey, experience the essence of Xinjiang. D16 Enjoy the northwestern scenery, get off the special train along the way.
Main stops:Lanzhou, Xi’an
D17 Get off the special train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang trip.
Main stops:Luoyang, Zhengzhou
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, with mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on finalized version):
Take the tourist special train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, with multiple options from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
The Dahezhinan special train is fully equipped with bathrooms, offering 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms to meet different family needs. The 2026 departure dates and reference prices are as follows (actual prices are subject to the signed contract):
Departure Dates:May 9, 2026, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
May 9, 2026 Departure:
The ‘Dahezhinan’ 17-day full tour of southern and northern Xinjiang (Duku version) connects the cultural oases of southern Xinjiang with the ecological wonders of northern Xinjiang, with an itinerary that balances natural wonders and cultural landmarks:4-person room with bathroom, upper berth:15,999 RMB/person
4-person room with bathroom, lower berth:17,999 RMB/person
4-person room with bathroom, child:5,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-person room with bathroom:39,999 RMB/person
2-person room with bathroom, third person:13,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old, no berth/bed); 19,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above, same service standard as adults)
May 30, 2026 and subsequent departures (June 17, July 5, etc.):
4-person room with bathroom, upper berth:19,999 RMB/person
4-person room with bathroom, lower berth:21,999 RMB/person
4-person room with bathroom, child:6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old)
2-person room with bathroom:45,999 RMB/person
Turpan Oasis Civilization: Karez wells, Flaming Mountains, Grape Valley, showcasing the wisdom of life in arid regions;2-person room with bathroom, third person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old); 23,999 RMB/person (6 years old and above)
> Warm Tips:Prices may fluctuate due to departure dates, policies, and other factors. Please consult and sign the contract for specific costs, availability, and room arrangements.
📞 How to Register?
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2233
Please contact customer service directly for address information.
This special train does not sell tickets through public platforms like 12306. Seats are arranged by cooperative cultural tourism organizations. It is recommended to contact in advance to confirm boarding and alighting points (supports boarding and alighting at Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, etc.), berth selection, and child policy details.
🛏 Services and Facilities:Mobile ‘Comfortable Home’
The ‘Dahezhinan’ is positioned as a ‘mobile hotel and cultural living room,’ with the entire train modified for elderly convenience:
✅ All cabins have bathrooms with wet and dry separation.
Pamir Plateau Scenery: Karakul Lake overlooking Muztagh Ata, Stone City and Golden Grassland depicting the blend of history and nature;✅ Carriages use noise-reduction technology to reduce vibration during travel.
✅ Public areas have multi-functional carriages with audio-visual, board games, karaoke, and meeting areas.
✅ A dedicated dining car is staffed by a professional chef team, catering to both northern and southern tastes.
✅ Equipped with train butlers, guides, and onboard medical staff, providing 24-hour service.
For solo registrants, the travel agency will try to arrange shared rooms; if special circumstances require a price difference, both parties can negotiate.
📌 Important Notes:
The itinerary, price, and departure dates are subject to the signed travel contract;
Factors such as scenic area openings, traffic controls, and weather changes may lead to itinerary adjustments; the travel agency will reasonably optimize while protecting tourists’ rights;
Please confirm child policies, berth arrangements, and boarding/alighting points with customer service when registering;
This product complies with the relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China,’ and cancellation and change rules are implemented according to the law.
In 2026, why not slow down, bring your family, board the ‘Dahezhinan,’ and feel the grandeur and warmth of Xinjiang as the wheels roll—scenery on the road, home in the carriage.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction).
