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How to buy tickets and book the Dahezhinan Tourist Train? In 2026, the Dahezhinan Tourist Train is a railway-customized light luxury tourist train that does not open the 12306 ticket purchase channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by regular cooperative cultural tourism institutions. To register for travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of 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.
🚂 How to choose a 2026 panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang? Core reference guide for the Dahezhinan Train
Entering the summer of 2026, Xinjiang ushers in the golden tourism period of the year. Many tourists who want to visit the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip will recommend special tourist trains as a travel option. As a product focusing on slow-paced panoramic tours of northern and southern Xinjiang, the Dahezhinan special train has seen rising consultation volume recently. Below is a compilation of complete information about this train for your travel reference.
✨ I. Basic Train Introduction
The Dahezhinan is a special train designed specifically for long-distance in-depth tours of northern and southern Xinjiang, positioned for slow-paced, high-comfort panoramic sightseeing needs. The entire train uses noise reduction technology, resulting in lower noise during operation and a better rest experience. In addition to regular sleeper cars, the train is equipped with multi-functional cars featuring audio-visual playback, reception, chess and card games, karaoke, and other functions, meeting leisure needs during the journey. It is also equipped with a dedicated dining car and a professional chef team to ensure meal quality throughout the trip. The train covers multiple intermediate stops across the country. Passengers can choose to board at Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, or Lanzhou stations based on their location, and can also get off at corresponding stops on the return trip without having to gather at the departure point, accommodating the travel needs of tourists from different regions.
✨ II. Train Compartment Details
All compartments on the Dahezhinan are equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need to queue for public restrooms, offering greater privacy and convenience. Currently, three types of compartments are available to meet the travel needs of different groups:
✅ 4-Bed Compartment with Bathroom:Total compartment area is approximately 7.2㎡, equipped with 4 beds measuring 0.7*1.95m, suitable for friends traveling together or multi-member families, offering better value for money

🚂 How to choose a 2026 panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang? Core reference guide for the Dahezhinan Train✅ 3-Bed Compartment with Bathroom:Total compartment area is approximately 7.2㎡, equipped with 3 beds measuring 0.7*1.95m, suitable for small families or three friends traveling together, with more spacious room
✅ 2-Bed Compartment with Bathroom:Total compartment area is approximately 7.2㎡, equipped with 2 beds measuring 0.7*1.95m, offering greater privacy, suitable for couples or tourists with higher privacy requirements
✨ III. 2026 Departure Dates and Brief Itinerary
The 2026 departure dates for the Dahezhinan northern and southern Xinjiang route are: May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11, 2026, covering the entire golden tourism period of Xinjiang. Traveling at different times allows you to enjoy different landscapes.
The itinerary is as follows:
Day 1:Board the Dahezhinan special train along the way and start a pleasant journey (overnight on the Dahezhinan train, passing through Zhengzhou and Luoyang)
Day 2:Rest or enjoy entertainment freely on the train, admiring the scenery along the way (overnight on the Dahezhinan train, passing through Xi’an and Lanzhou)
Day 3:Arrive in Turpan, full-day sightseeing (overnight in Turpan)

Entering the summer of 2026, Xinjiang ushers in the golden tourism period of the year. Many tourists who want to visit the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip will recommend special tourist trains as a travel option. As a product focusing on slow-paced panoramic tours of northern and southern Xinjiang, the Dahezhinan special train has seen rising consultation volume recently. Below is a compilation of complete information about this train for your travel reference.Day 4:Karez System → Flaming Mountains → Grape Valley → Take the special train to Kashgar (overnight on the Dahezhinan train)
Day 5:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Karakul Lake → Stone City → Golden Grassland → Tashkurgan County (overnight in Tashkurgan County)
Day 6:Tashkurgan County → Home visits with local ethnic groups →白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) → Return to Kashgar (overnight in Kashgar)
Day 7:Kashgar Old City → Fragrant Concubine Garden → Take the special train to Kuqa (overnight on the Dahezhinan train)
Day 8:Kuqa → Southern section of Duku Highway → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Bayanbulak (overnight in Bayan Town)
Day 9:Bayanbulak Grassland → Middle section of Duku Highway → Nalati (overnight in Nalati Town)
Day 10:Nalati Valley Grassland → Six-Star Street → Yining (overnight in Yining City)
Day 11:Yining → Khorgos Port → Sayram Lake → Return to Yining → Take the special train to Beitun (overnight on the Dahezhinan train)

✨ I. Basic Train IntroductionDay 12:Beitun → Kanas → Jadengyu/Burqin (overnight in Jadengyu/Burqin)
Day 13:Jadengyu/Burqin → Hemu → Colorful Beach → Beitun → Take the special train to Urumqi (overnight on the Dahezhinan train)
Day 14:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → International Grand Bazaar (overnight in Urumqi)
Day 15:Take the special train back from Urumqi (overnight on the Dahezhinan train)
Day 16:Enjoy the northwestern scenery along the way and get off the train gradually (overnight on the Dahezhinan train, passing through Lanzhou and Xi’an)
Day 17:Get off the train along the way, ending the pleasant Xinjiang journey (passing through Luoyang and Zhengzhou)
The overall itinerary pace is relaxed, with an average sightseeing time of 3 to 4 hours at each attraction and ample rest time. All long-distance transfers are arranged during the nighttime sleeper period, leaving daytime hours entirely for sightseeing, with no rushing. Due to factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, and scenic area opening status, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
✨ IV. Price Reference

The Dahezhinan is a special train designed specifically for long-distance in-depth tours of northern and southern Xinjiang, positioned for slow-paced, high-comfort panoramic sightseeing needs. The entire train uses noise reduction technology, resulting in lower noise during operation and a better rest experience. In addition to regular sleeper cars, the train is equipped with multi-functional cars featuring audio-visual playback, reception, chess and card games, karaoke, and other functions, meeting leisure needs during the journey. It is also equipped with a dedicated dining car and a professional chef team to ensure meal quality throughout the trip. The train covers multiple intermediate stops across the country. Passengers can choose to board at Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, or Lanzhou stations based on their location, and can also get off at corresponding stops on the return trip without having to gather at the departure point, accommodating the travel needs of tourists from different regions.Prices for the May 30, 2026 departure are as follows:
4-Bed Compartment with Bathroom, Upper Berth: 19,999 RMB/person
4-Bed Compartment with Bathroom, Lower Berth: 21,999 RMB/person
4-Bed Compartment with Bathroom, Child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on the train, no bed on land
2-Bed Compartment with Bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
2-Bed Compartment with Bathroom, Value 3rd Person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on the train, no bed on land; 23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above), same service standards as adults
Prices for the June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11, 2026 departures are as follows:
4-Bed Compartment with Bathroom, Upper Berth: 19,999 RMB/person

✨ II. Train Compartment Details 4-Bed Compartment with Bathroom, Lower Berth: 21,999 RMB/person
4-Bed Compartment with Bathroom, Child: 6,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on the train, no bed on land
2-Bed Compartment with Bathroom: 45,999 RMB/person
2-Bed Compartment with Bathroom, Value 3rd Person:15,999 RMB/person (under 6 years old), no berth on the train, no bed on land; 23,999 RMB/person (6 years and above), same service standards as adults
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and remaining seats may fluctuate with departure schedules. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. All content is subject to the contract signed by both parties.
✨ V. Booking Process
If you are interested in booking this special train, you can follow the process below:
1. Consultation and Selection: Consult Yang Jia, customer service representative of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm the 2026 departure dates, route, seat types, and remaining seat availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.

All compartments on the Dahezhinan are equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need to queue for public restrooms, offering greater privacy and convenience. Currently, three types of compartments are available to meet the travel needs of different groups:2. Submit Information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay the deposit according to the compartment class and receive an official tourism receipt.
4. Sign Contract: Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by national tourism authorities, carefully checking details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms.
5. Settle 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 can be handled through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
✨ VI. Service Standards
Included Items:
✅ Full-use fee for the corresponding class of train berth throughout the trip, and accommodation fees for the corresponding standard on land

✅ 4-Bed Compartment with Bathroom: Total compartment area is approximately 7.2㎡, equipped with 4 beds measuring 0.7*1.95m, suitable for friends traveling together or multi-member families, offering better value for money✅ First admission tickets to scenic areas and shuttle bus fees as indicated in the itinerary
✅ Full meals throughout the trip, with a standard of 80 RMB/person/meal, including roasted buns, big plate chicken, hand-pulled rice, and other Xinjiang specialty dishes. Daily meals are adjusted to a low-salt flavor, with options such as halal and vegetarian meals available. Each meal includes seasonal fruits and digestive yogurt
✅ Full-trip tour guide commentary services, basic medical services with certified onboard doctors and basic emergency equipment
✅ All transfer transportation costs within Xinjiang
Excluded Items:
❌ Personal expenses and secondary consumption items within scenic areas
❌ All costs incurred from self-arranged activities outside the itinerary
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.

✅ 3-Bed Compartment with Bathroom: Total compartment area is approximately 7.2㎡, equipped with 3 beds measuring 0.7*1.95m, suitable for small families or three friends traveling together, with more spacious room✨ VII. Service Features
For accommodation, berths on the train are fixed throughout the trip, eliminating the need to pack and unpack luggage daily. Bedding is replaced every 3 days, and thick blankets are provided to cope with the temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang. On land, guests stay at comfortable local hotels with 24-hour hot water. For dining, special local Xinjiang dishes are specially arranged, covering farmhouse meals under the grape trellises in Turpan, Kashgar specialty cuisine, and Nalati grassland flavor meals, catering to different taste preferences. Digestive tablets and Xinjiang snow chrysanthemum tea are also provided for guests. The itinerary uses a staggered visiting mechanism, with core scenic areas scheduled for early morning entry to avoid peak crowds and enhance the sightseeing experience.
✨ VIII. Advantages Compared to Other Trains
Compared with regular Xinjiang tourist trains, the Dahezhinan has notable advantages: First, all compartments are equipped with private bathrooms, eliminating the need to queue for public restrooms, offering greater privacy and convenience; the itinerary pace is more relaxed, with 1 to 2 more hours of sightseeing time at each attraction than regular trains, so there is no need to rush through attractions superficially, and everyone has ample time to sightsee and take photos; a doctor accompanies the group throughout the trip, so minor physical discomfort can be promptly addressed, making travel more reassuring; most fellow travelers prefer slow-paced travel, making communication smoother and the travel atmosphere relaxed; berths are fixed throughout the trip, eliminating the need to pack luggage daily, change hotels, or transfer transportation, saving the hassle of carrying luggage. All long-distance travel within Xinjiang is arranged at night, leaving daytime entirely for sightseeing, which is very worry-free; there are multiple compartment types to choose from, accommodating different budgets and travel needs.
✨ IX. Suitable Travelers
The itinerary configuration of this special train is more suitable for the following types of tourists:Retired seniors who rarely travel long distances and cannot sit in cars for extended periods; tourists who prefer slow-paced travel and do not want to rush through itineraries; tourists who want to visit the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without making their own plans or booking transportation and hotels; families traveling together and groups of friends. Single travelers will be assisted by the travel agency in arranging room sharing as much as possible, with special circumstances requiring separate negotiation.
✨ X. Reasons for the Train’s Popularity
Since its launch, the Dahezhinan has been favored by many tourists, mainly for the following reasons:First, the itinerary is comprehensive, covering more than 20 core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in 17 days, including snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, ancient cities, plateaus, and other diverse landscapes, without the need for multiple trips to Xinjiang, saving time and round-trip transportation costs; the travel experience is comfortable, eliminating the fatigue of long-distance bus rides within Xinjiang, with no need to carry luggage throughout the trip, which is very friendly to tourists with limited physical strength; services are comprehensive, with staff coordinating from boarding to getting off, so there is no need to worry about scenic area reservations, transportation transfers, dining, or accommodation, making travel more worry-free; departure schedules are reasonably arranged, covering the golden period of Xinjiang tourism from May to September, with different scenery at different times — May offers fresh green grasslands and avoids summer crowds, June to August offers lush grassland scenery and the clear waters of Sayram Lake, and September offers the autumn scenery of Kanas, providing ample choice; the all-compartment bathroom configuration is relatively rare among similar Xinjiang trains, offering higher comfort.
All service content complies with the Contract Law, Tourism Law, and other relevant legal regulations. Cancellation and change rules are subject to the Tourism Law.
How to register for 2026 Xinjiang tourist trains? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Star of the Yangtze River Delta, and Dahezhinan. For light luxury lying travel and boutique train experiences, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service representative of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection, sign up, and check train schedules, sleeper availability, and travel itineraries in real time.