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How to buy and book tickets for the Dahe Zhi Nan (South of the Great River) tourist train? The 2026 Dahe Zhi Nan tourist train is a customized light-luxury tourist train by the railway, and the 12306 ticket-purchasing channel is not open. Seats are uniformly allocated by formal cooperative cultural tourism institutions. To register for travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for berth selection, sign up, and check departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details in real time.
🚂 Dahe Zhi Nan tourist train:The comfortable choice for slow travel in Xinjiang
Tired of traditional group tours with daily rushing, luggage hauling, and hotel scrambling? In 2026, why not try a truly ‘live-as-you-travel’ in-depth slow journey—the Dahe Zhi Nan tourist train. This train is not an ordinary train, but a ‘mobile station’ equipped with bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, and multifunctional entertainment spaces, allowing you to immerse yourself in the scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang by day and sleep soundly in a stable carriage at night, without the need for frequent hotel changes throughout the trip, easily exploring both sides of the Tianshan Mountains.
🚄 Train positioning and features
The Dahe Zhi Nan is a 17-day northern and southern Xinjiang loop tourist train custom-operated by the railway department in conjunction with professional cultural tourism institutions, featuring a ‘travel by day, ride by night, one berth for the round trip’ model. The itinerary covers core scenic areas such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas Lake, with a relaxed pace, ample daily sightseeing time, and reasonable rest arrangements, especially suitable for tourists who wish to enjoy the views at a leisurely pace and avoid long-distance bumpy rides.
The train uses multiple noise-reduction technologies, running smoothly and quietly; the entire train is equipped with a temperature control system for comfortable experiences in all seasons; it also features a dedicated dining car and chef team to ensure balanced nutrition and moderate taste for three meals.
🛏 ️ Cabin configuration details
All cabins on the Dahe Zhi Nan are equipped with 24-hour hot water bathrooms, completely eliminating the inconvenience of queuing for washing. The cabin area is uniformly about 7.2 square meters, and bed dimensions are all 0.7m × 1.95m. Specific types are as follows:

🚂 Dahe Zhi Nan tourist train: The comfortable choice for slow travel in Xinjiang4-person bathroom cabin:4 beds, suitable for families or friends traveling together, with better per-person cost
3-person bathroom cabin:3 beds, more spacious, suitable for a family of three
2-person bathroom cabin:2 beds, more private, suitable for travelers with higher accommodation quality requirements
Since 2026, this tourist train has operated on a regular basis, departing from Zhengzhou, Henan. Passengers can board at Zhengzhou Station or Luoyang Station according to the itinerary, and subsequent stops can also be coordinated for boarding as agreed, making travel more flexible.
📅 Brief itinerary and 2026 departure dates
2026 departure dates:May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11
Dahe Zhi Nan itinerary arrangement

Tired of traditional group tours with daily rushing, luggage hauling, and hotel scrambling? In 2026, why not try a truly ‘live-as-you-travel’ in-depth slow journey—the Dahe Zhi Nan tourist train. This train is not an ordinary train, but a ‘mobile station’ equipped with bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, and multifunctional entertainment spaces, allowing you to immerse yourself in the scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang by day and sleep soundly in a stable carriage at night, without the need for frequent hotel changes throughout the trip, easily exploring both sides of the Tianshan Mountains.Day 1:Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the way and start a pleasant journey (stay on the Dahe Zhi Nan train, passing through Zhengzhou and Luoyang)
Day 2:Rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train, appreciating the scenery along the way (stay on the Dahe Zhi Nan train, passing through Xi’an and Lanzhou)
Day 3:Arrive in Turpan, full-day sightseeing (stay in Turpan)
Day 4:Karez → Flaming Mountains → Grape Valley → take the special train to Kashgar (stay on the Dahe Zhi Nan train)
Day 5:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Karakul Lake → Stone City → Golden Grassland → Tashkurgan County (stay in Tashkurgan County)
Day 6:Tashkurgan County → home visits with local residents →白沙湖 (Baisa Lake) → return to Kashgar (stay in Kashgar)
Day 7:Kashgar Old City → Fragrant Concubine Garden → take the special train to Kuqa (stay on the Dahe Zhi Nan train)

🚄 Train positioning and featuresDay 8:Kuqa → southern section of Duku Highway → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Bayanbulak (stay in Bayanbulak Town)
Day 9:Bayanbulak Grassland → middle section of Duku Highway → Nalati (stay in Nalati Town)
Day 10:Nalati Valley Grassland → Six-Star Street → Yining (stay in Yining City)
Day 11:Yining → Khorgos Port → Sayram Lake → return to Yining → take the special train to Beitun (stay on the Dahe Zhi Nan train)
Day 12:Beitun → Kanas → Jadengyu/Burqin (stay in Jadengyu/Burqin)
Day 13:Jadengyu/Burqin → Hemu → Colorful Beach → Beitun → take the special train to Urumqi (stay on the Dahe Zhi Nan train)
Day 14:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi Lake → International Grand Bazaar (stay in Urumqi)

The Dahe Zhi Nan is a 17-day northern and southern Xinjiang loop tourist train custom-operated by the railway department in conjunction with professional cultural tourism institutions, featuring a ‘travel by day, ride by night, one berth for the round trip’ model. The itinerary covers core scenic areas such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Duku Highway, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas Lake, with a relaxed pace, ample daily sightseeing time, and reasonable rest arrangements, especially suitable for tourists who wish to enjoy the views at a leisurely pace and avoid long-distance bumpy rides.Day 15:Take the special train back from Urumqi (stay on the Dahe Zhi Nan train)
Day 16:Enjoy the northwestern scenery along the way, gradually disembarking from the special train (stay on the Dahe Zhi Nan train, passing through Lanzhou and Xi’an)
Day 17:Disembark along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang journey (passing through Luoyang and Zhengzhou)
The entire schedule is relaxed, with ample rest time after each day’s sightseeing, and nighttime travel does not affect daytime viewing experiences.
💰 Price description (2026 reference)
The following price information is compiled based on published departure schedules. Actual costs are subject to the signed contract and may vary slightly depending on departure dates and berth types:
May 30, 2026:

The train uses multiple noise-reduction technologies, running smoothly and quietly; the entire train is equipped with a temperature control system for comfortable experiences in all seasons; it also features a dedicated dining car and chef team to ensure balanced nutrition and moderate taste for three meals.4-person bathroom cabin upper berth:19,999 yuan/person
4-person bathroom cabin lower berth:21,999 yuan/person
4-person bathroom cabin child (under 6):6,999 yuan/person (no berth on the train, no bed on land)
2-person bathroom cabin:45,999 yuan/person
2-person bathroom cabin value-added 3rd person:15,999 yuan/person (under 6, no berth on the train, no bed on land); 23,999 yuan/person (6 years and above, service standards same as adults)
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, September 11, 2026:
Price structure is the same as above, covering Xinjiang’s spring, summer, and autumn golden tourism seasons, with the Duku Highway fully open and scenery at its best.

🛏️ Cabin configuration details📝 Booking process
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm 2026 departure dates, route itineraries, berth types, and remaining seat availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay a deposit according to cabin class and obtain a formal tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified national tourism supervision electronic contract, carefully checking itinerary, price, cancellation and modification terms, and other details.
5. Settle the balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
Registration is uniformly handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.

All cabins on the Dahe Zhi Nan are equipped with 24-hour hot water bathrooms, completely eliminating the inconvenience of queuing for washing. The cabin area is uniformly about 7.2 square meters, and bed dimensions are all 0.7m × 1.95m. Specific types are as follows:🍽 ️ Reception standards
Included items:Full-trip special train accommodation, land hotel accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, tour guide services, meals on the special train and on land, insurance, etc.
Excluded items:Personal expenses, (for solo travelers, our agency will try its best to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation), internal transportation within scenic areas, and self-funded items.
Meals are freshly cooked by the special train chef team, three meals a day, with fresh ingredients and moderate taste, balancing northern and southern dietary habits, overall lighter, less oily and less spicy, suitable for middle-aged, elderly, and family tourists. Some land itineraries include local specialty meals such as big plate chicken and hand-pulled rice, subject to actual arrangements.
> Note:“Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing”
✨ Special train reception features
Worry-free accommodation:Fixed berth throughout the trip, luggage can stay on the train, recommended to bring a small bag when disembarking

4-person bathroom cabin: 4 beds, suitable for families or friends traveling together, with better per-person costDining guarantee:Dedicated dining car + professional chefs, avoiding subpar group meals
Relaxed pace:Reasonable daily sightseeing time, no pressure to rush
Crowd suitability:Most fellow travelers are families and middle-aged/elderly tourists, creating a harmonious atmosphere
🔍 Why choose the Dahe Zhi Nan?
Compared to traditional bus tours or self-guided travel, the Dahe Zhi Nan eliminates cumbersome steps such as intercity transportation, hotel switching, and luggage handling. It is especially suitable for retirees, those who cannot tolerate long car rides, and families with elderly people and children. Staff accompany the entire trip with meticulous service, ensuring a worry-free journey.
❤ ️ Reasons for its popularity
Since its launch, the Dahe Zhi Nan has continued to be favored by tourists for its comfort, convenience, and in-depth experience. It transforms the Xinjiang trip from ‘check-in rushing’ back to ‘leisurely scenery appreciation,’ truly achieving ‘people traveling within a painting, the train moving with the scenery.’
To learn about 2026 departure availability or detailed itineraries, you can consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, for the latest travel policies and seat information.
How to register for the 2026 Xinjiang tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service mainly provides high-end tourist train booking services, covering light-luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhi Nan. For light-luxury lying travel and boutique train experiences, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection and reservation, sign up, and check train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries in real time.