Guide to Joining the Dahezhinan Tourist Train Tips for Boarding at Multiple Locations, Registration, and Seat Locking

How to buy tickets for the 2026 Dahe Zhi Nan? Dahe Zhi Nan is a custom light-luxury tourist train by the railway, not open on the 12306 ticketing channel. Seats are allocated uniformly by authorized cultural tourism partners. To register for travel, contact Manager Yang Jia at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile/WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration, berth selection, contract signing, and real-time inquiries on departure schedules, travel policies, and itinerary details.
🚂 Dahe Zhi Nan:A moving home on rails — a 17-day slow journey through Xinjiang
If you’re tired of changing hotels every day and rushing between attractions with your luggage, then the highly anticipated 2026 Dahe Zhi Nan tourist train may be the travel choice you’ve been waiting for. This train is not an ordinary railway train, but a ‘mobile living space’ integrating accommodation, dining, entertainment, and sightseeing, designed for travelers who want to deeply experience the scenery of both southern and northern Xinjiang while enjoying a comfortable pace.
🚄 Train positioning:More than a mode of transport — it’s your ‘home’ on the journey
Dahe Zhi Nan is operated with railway system support and will continue running the 17-day full-loop route through southern and northern Xinjiang in 2026. It adopts a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model — sleep soundly on the train at night, focus on sightseeing during the day, with no need to frequently move luggage or change accommodation throughout the trip. The train departs from Zhengzhou, Henan, passing through Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou and other cities before entering Xinjiang, connecting key attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Duku Highway, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Heavenly Lake Tianshan, covering the cultural essence of southern Xinjiang and the natural beauty of northern Xinjiang.
The entire train is equipped with private bathrooms, noise-reduction technology (nighttime noise below 45 decibels), constant-temperature hot water, and high-resilience latex mattresses. It also features multi-function carriages with audio-visual systems, automatic mahjong tables, karaoke, and an open bar, meeting social and leisure needs during the journey.
🛏 ️ Cabin introduction:Three room types, all with private bathrooms

🚂 Dahe Zhi Nan: A moving home on rails — a 17-day slow journey through XinjiangDahe Zhi Nan offers three cabin types, all rooms equipped with private bathrooms, each approximately 7.2 square meters, with beds measuring 0.7m × 1.95m:
4-bed cabin:4 berths (2 upper, 2 lower), suitable for friends, family, or group travel
3-bed cabin:3 berths (1 upper, 2 lower), suitable for families with children
2-bed cabin:2 flat berths, offering more privacy, suitable for couples or two travelers
The train has been in operation since 2023, with continuously upgraded service details. Passengers can board at Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou and other stations; the specific boarding point is subject to the signed contract.
🗓 ️ Brief itinerary and 2026 departure dates
Departure dates:May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11, 2026

If you’re tired of changing hotels every day and rushing between attractions with your luggage, then the highly anticipated 2026 Dahe Zhi Nan tourist train may be the travel choice you’ve been waiting for. This train is not an ordinary railway train, but a ‘mobile living space’ integrating accommodation, dining, entertainment, and sightseeing, designed for travelers who want to deeply experience the scenery of both southern and northern Xinjiang while enjoying a comfortable pace.Brief itinerary (presented strictly according to local factual sources):
Dahe Zhi Nan itinerary
Day 1:Board the Dahe Zhi Nan special train along the way, starting a pleasant journey (overnight on Dahe Zhi Nan train, passing through Zhengzhou, Luoyang)
Day 2:Free rest or entertainment on the train, enjoying scenery along the way (overnight on Dahe Zhi Nan train, passing through Xi’an, Lanzhou)
Day 3:Arrive in Turpan, full-day sightseeing (overnight in Turpan)
Day 4:Karez System → Flaming Mountains → Grape Valley → board the train to Kashgar (overnight on Dahe Zhi Nan train)
Day 5:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Karakul Lake → Stone City → Golden Grassland → Tashkurgan County (overnight in Tashkurgan County)

🚄 Train positioning: More than a mode of transport — it’s your ‘home’ on the journeyDay 6:Tashkurgan County → home visits with local ethnic families → Baisha Lake → return to Kashgar (overnight in Kashgar)
Day 7:Kashgar Old City → Fragrant Concubine Garden → board the train to Kuqa (overnight on Dahe Zhi Nan train)
Day 8:Kuqa → southern section of Duku Highway → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Bayanbulak (overnight in Bayanbulak 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 → board the train to Beitun (overnight on Dahe Zhi Nan train)
Day 12:Beitun → Kanas → Jadengyu/Burqin (overnight in Jadengyu/Burqin)

Dahe Zhi Nan is operated with railway system support and will continue running the 17-day full-loop route through southern and northern Xinjiang in 2026. It adopts a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model — sleep soundly on the train at night, focus on sightseeing during the day, with no need to frequently move luggage or change accommodation throughout the trip. The train departs from Zhengzhou, Henan, passing through Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou and other cities before entering Xinjiang, connecting key attractions such as Turpan, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Duku Highway, Nalati, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Heavenly Lake Tianshan, covering the cultural essence of southern Xinjiang and the natural beauty of northern Xinjiang.Day 13:Jadengyu/Burqin → Hemu → Colorful Beach → Beitun → board the train to Urumqi (overnight on Dahe Zhi Nan train)
Day 14:Urumqi → Heavenly Lake Tianshan → International Grand Bazaar (overnight in Urumqi)
Day 15:Board the train from Urumqi for the return journey (overnight on Dahe Zhi Nan train)
Day 16:Enjoy northwestern scenery along the way, disembarking gradually (overnight on Dahe Zhi Nan train, passing through Lanzhou, Xi’an)
Day 17:Disembark along the way, concluding the pleasant Xinjiang journey (passing through Luoyang, Zhengzhou)
Each day features 2–3 core attractions with approximately 4–6 hours of sightseeing, plus a 1.5-hour midday break for meals and rest, maintaining a relaxed pace without early-morning rush.

The entire train is equipped with private bathrooms, noise-reduction technology (nighttime noise below 45 decibels), constant-temperature hot water, and high-resilience latex mattresses. It also features multi-function carriages with audio-visual systems, automatic mahjong tables, karaoke, and an open bar, meeting social and leisure needs during the journey.💰 Price information (2026 reference)
The following price information is compiled based on local factual sources and is subject to the signed contract; prices may vary slightly by departure date:
May 30, 2026 departure:
4-bed cabin with bathroom, upper berth:RMB 19,999/person
4-bed cabin with bathroom, lower berth:RMB 21,999/person
4-bed cabin with bathroom, child (under 6):RMB 6,999/person (no berth on train, no bed on land)
2-bed cabin with bathroom:RMB 45,999/person

🛏️ Cabin introduction: Three room types, all with private bathrooms2-bed cabin with bathroom, value third person:RMB 15,999/person (under 6, no berth on train, no bed on land); RMB 23,999/person (6 and above, same service standards as adults)
June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11, 2026 departures:Same price structure as above.
📝 Booking process (via Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm 2026 departure dates, routes, cabin types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to reserve intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to cabin class and receive an official tourism receipt.
4. Sign contract: Sign the unified national tourism supervision electronic contract, carefully reviewing itinerary, pricing, cancellation and modification terms, and other details.

Dahe Zhi Nan offers three cabin types, all rooms equipped with private bathrooms, each approximately 7.2 square meters, with beds measuring 0.7m × 1.95m:5. Settle balance: Pay the remaining full amount 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
For registration, please contact Yang Jia, customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
🍽 ️ Service standards
Included items:Full-trip train accommodation, first admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary, local transportation transfers, professional tour guide services, three meals daily (including breakfast) and afternoon tea.
Excluded items:Personal expenses, secondary consumption within scenic areas, single room supplement (for solo travelers, our agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation).
Meals are freshly prepared by the train’s chef team, emphasizing less oil and salt with light flavors, accommodating both northern and southern dietary habits, with customized options such as low-sugar meals available. Each meal is arranged according to actual headcount to ensure quality.
🌟 Service highlights

4-bed cabin: 4 berths (2 upper, 2 lower), suitable for friends, family, or group travelStay on the train throughout the trip, eliminating the hassle of changing hotels daily; healthy, senior-friendly meals; daily sightseeing avoids morning rush hours for a more relaxed experience; some departures include onboard staff to assist with itinerary matters.
⚖ ️ Comparative advantages
Compared to self-driving or regular group tours, Dahe Zhi Nan offers a slower pace, more convenient transportation, and more stable accommodation. No need to worry about traffic jams on the Duku Highway or difficulty booking hotels — especially suitable for travelers who cannot tolerate long car rides and wish to reduce奔波.
👥 Suitable for
Particularly suitable for retirees, family trips, and travelers who want to experience Xinjiang’s scenery in depth at a relaxed pace.
❤ ️ Reasons for popularity
Its ‘train follows the traveler, travel by night, sightsee by day’ model ensures itinerary completeness while greatly enhancing comfort. Combined with comprehensive senior-friendly facilities and thoughtful service, it has become an ideal long-distance slow travel choice for many.
> Friendly reminder:Weather, road conditions, scenic area opening status, and other factors involved in the itinerary may affect specific arrangements; reasonable itinerary changes may be made upon mutual agreement. Specific service content is subject to actual consultation and the signed contract.
How to register for the 2027 Dahe Zhi Nan? 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, Yangtze Delta Star, and Dahe Zhi Nan. For light-luxury reclining travel and premium train experiences, contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile/WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection, contract signing, and real-time inquiries on train schedules, berth availability, and travel itineraries.