2027 Dahezhinan Train Xinjiang Tourist Special Train How to Buy Tickets

The Dahe Zhinan is a customized high-end cultural tourism package product of the railway, not an ordinary passenger train, and there is no separate train ticket sales channel. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Complete registration process: consult and obtain materials → select departure date and room type → submit registration information → pay deposit to secure a spot → sign an electronic contract, fully transparent and traceable throughout.
Exploring Northern and Southern Xinjiang:Board the “Dahe Zhinan” to start a slow-paced in-depth journey🌄
Route overview:Tour Xinjiang by special train, worry-free, effort-saving, and comfortable
Xinjiang is vast with scattered attractions. Traditional group tours are often exhausting due to rushing between places, while independent travel requires repeated transfers between transportation, which is not friendly enough for middle-aged and elderly tourists or families. The emergence of the “Dahe Zhinan” tourist special train precisely solves this pain point—the entire train has bathrooms, with 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms; the compartment design balances comfort and convenience, and multiple technologies are used to reduce noise, making the journey quieter; the multi-function car is equipped with an audio-visual system and can be used for receiving guests, dining, chess and cards, and karaoke, meeting diverse needs; the dedicated dining car is staffed with a professional chef team, attending to the quality of meals during the journey.
In 2027, this special train will launch a 17-day panoramic Northern and Southern Xinjiang tour, Duku version itinerary, covering classic destinations such as Turpan, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Kuqa, Yining, Kanas, and Urumqi, linking core landscapes such as the Duku Highway, Tianshan Tianchi, and Kanas Lake. It allows travelers to feel both the grandeur of vast deserts with solitary smoke and the gentleness of grassland pastures, suitable for tourists pursuing “slow travel and deep experience,” and especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups or family trips with children.
Detailed route introduction:Full analysis of landscapes, culture, and seasonal advantages
Landscape features:From deserts to snow mountains, see all four seasons in one day
Xinjiang has rich layers of landscapes, and the special train itinerary cleverly links the essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: Turpan’s karez wells, Flaming Mountains, and Grape Valley show the unique style of an ancient Silk Road city; the Pamir Plateau’s Karakul Lake and Muztagh Ata present the magnificence of the “high plateau”; the Duku Highway crosses the Tianshan Mountains and links Bayanbulak Grassland and the Nalati River Valley Grassland, accompanied by snow mountains, forests, grasslands, and canyons along the way; the autumn colors of Kanas Lake, the deep blue of Sayram Lake, and the border atmosphere of the Khorgos Port add more diverse colors to the journey.
Cultural experience:Step into the lives of all ethnic groups and experience Western Regions culture
Xinjiang is a place where multiple ethnic groups live together. The itinerary includes visits to the homes of people of various ethnic groups, strolls through the old town of Kashgar, and sightseeing experiences. Tourists can learn up close about the living customs, architectural styles, and folk culture of various ethnic groups. For example, the people of various ethnic groups are called the “Eagle People,” and during home visits you can enjoy eagle dance performances; the old town of Kashgar retains traditional dwellings of people of various ethnic groups, where earth-yellow buildings and lively bazaars (markets) form a unique scene, suitable for photos and check-ins.
Seasonal advantages:Travel from May to September 2027 to avoid extreme weather
Winters in Xinjiang are long and cold, and some scenic areas are closed, while May to September has mild climate, lush green grasslands, and ripe fruits and melons, making it the golden season for travel. The special train departure dates are concentrated on May 9, May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11, 2027, covering early summer to early autumn. This avoids the July-August tourism peak while enjoying comfortable weather, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists.
Suitable groups:Middle-aged and elderly friendly, preferred for family trips

Exploring Northern and Southern Xinjiang: Board the “Dahe Zhinan” to start a slow-paced in-depth journey🌄The special train’s slow-paced design (17-day in-depth tour), en-suite bathrooms, and dining car service greatly improve travel comfort and reduce the fatigue of frequent transfers; the itinerary arranges ample rest time, and the pace of sightseeing is moderate, avoiding “hurried glances”; at the same time, the special train is equipped with basic medical facilities, and guides will also remind tourists to pay attention to altitude sickness, sun protection, and other matters, which is more thoughtful for middle-aged and elderly tourists.
Recommended check-in spots:Don’t miss these places
Flaming Mountains:The surface temperature can reach 70°C. Sun protection is needed when visiting in summer. You can photograph the “red flame” landforms and the Journey to the West-themed sculptures.
Kanas Lake:In autumn, the forests by the lake are dyed in layers of color. You can take a boat tour on the lake or hike the three bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay).
Duku Highway:Recommended opening is June to September. The scenery along the way is picturesque. It is recommended to choose a window seat for easy photography.
Kashgar Old Town:Excellent for photography in the soft light of early morning or evening. You can wear ethnic clothing and take photos in front of century-old teahouses.
Travel notes:Prepare in advance for greater peace of mind
There is a 2-hour time difference between Xinjiang and the mainland, and meal and activity times during the itinerary may change accordingly. It is recommended to carry small snacks.
Some scenic areas (such as the Pamir Plateau) are at high altitude. Prepare altitude sickness medication in advance and avoid strenuous exercise.
Xinjiang has strong sunlight, so bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat; grassland areas have large temperature differences between day and night, so bring warm outerwear.
Basic toiletries are provided on the special train, but it is recommended to bring personal items you are used to; bathroom space is limited, so keep luggage as compact as possible.
Simple itinerary:17-day in-depth tour, daily highlights at a glance
According to local route facts, the itinerary is as follows:

Route overview: Tour Xinjiang by special train, worry-free, effort-saving, and comfortableD1:Board the Dahe Zhinan featured special train along the way and begin a pleasant journey (passing through Zhengzhou and Luoyang)
D2:Rest or entertain freely on the special train (passing through Xi’an and Lanzhou)
D3:Arrive in Turpan; breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all local
D4:Karez Wells – Flaming Mountains – Grape Valley – take the special train to Kashgar; lunch and dinner on the special train
D5:Kashgar – Pamir Plateau – Karakul Lake – Stone City – Golden Grassland – Taxkorgan
D6:Taxkorgan – home visits to people of various ethnic groups – Baisha Lake – return to Kashgar
D7:Kashgar Old Town – Xiangfei Garden – take the special train to Kuqa
D8:Kuqa – southern section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Bayanbulak
D9:Bayanbulak Grassland – middle section of Duku Highway – Nalati
D10:Nalati River Valley Grassland – Liuxing Street – Yining
D11:Yining – Khorgos Port – Sayram Lake – Yining – take the special train to Beitun
D12:Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu/Burqin

Xinjiang is vast with scattered attractions. Traditional group tours are often exhausting due to rushing between places, while independent travel requires repeated transfers between transportation, which is not friendly enough for middle-aged and elderly tourists or families. The emergence of the “Dahe Zhinan” tourist special train precisely solves this pain point—the entire train has bathrooms, with 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person rooms; the compartment design balances comfort and convenience, and multiple technologies are used to reduce noise, making the journey quieter; the multi-function car is equipped with an audio-visual system and can be used for receiving guests, dining, chess and cards, and karaoke, meeting diverse needs; the dedicated dining car is staffed with a professional chef team, attending to the quality of meals during the journey.D13:Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Wucaitan – take the Beitun special train to Urumqi

Manager of the Travel Registration and Ticket Booking Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and to request detailed route materials)
D14:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Grand Bazaar
D15:Take the special train back in the morning
D16:Enjoy Northwest scenery and disembark along the way (passing through Lanzhou and Xi’an)
D17:Disembark along the way and end the journey (passing through Luoyang and Zhengzhou)
Transportation guide:Seamless connection between the special train and local transportation
Major transportation:The special train departs from Zhengzhou and stops along the way at Luoyang, Xi’an, Lanzhou, and other stations. Tourists can choose nearby boarding and alighting stations to reduce the fatigue of long-distance travel.
Local transportation:Transportation between scenic areas involved in the itinerary is uniformly arranged by the special train, with no need for self-transfer; some attractions (such as Kanas and Hemu) require scenic area shuttle buses, and the guide will assist with ticket purchase in advance.
Ticket fees:Some attractions require self-payment, subject to the policy of the day
The special train itinerary includes first admission tickets for some attractions (such as Karez Wells, Flaming Mountains, Grape Valley, and Tianshan Tianchi), but tickets for Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, Khorgos Port, and other attractions require self-payment. Reference ticket prices for some attractions in 2026 are as follows (specific details are subject to the scenic area’s public notice on the day):
Kanas Lake:160 yuan/person (peak season), shuttle bus 70 yuan/person
Sayram Lake:145 yuan/person (peak season), self-driving around the lake requires an additional vehicle fee
Tianshan Tianchi:95 yuan/person (peak season), shuttle bus 60 yuan/person

In 2027, this special train will launch a 17-day panoramic Northern and Southern Xinjiang tour, Duku version itinerary, covering classic destinations such as Turpan, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Kuqa, Yining, Kanas, and Urumqi, linking core landscapes such as the Duku Highway, Tianshan Tianchi, and Kanas Lake. It allows travelers to feel both the grandeur of vast deserts with solitary smoke and the gentleness of grassland pastures, suitable for tourists pursuing “slow travel and deep experience,” and especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups or family trips with children.Khorgos Port:30 yuan/person (valid identification required to apply for a pass)
Open reservation policy:Some attractions require advance reservation
Scenic areas such as Kanas Lake and Tianshan Tianchi implement real-name reservations. It is recommended to reserve through the platform before departure;
Khorgos Port requires valid identification to apply for a temporary pass, and the guide will assist uniformly;
The Duku Highway is recommended to be open from June to September. The specific opening time is subject to announcements by the local transportation department, and the itinerary may be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement.
Price description:Multiple room types available, discounts for children
According to local route facts, the 2027 departure prices are as follows (the final price is subject to the signed official contract):
May 9 departure:
4-person room upper berth:15,999 yuan/person; lower berth: 17,999 yuan/person; children (under 6 years old): 5,999 yuan/person (no berth on the special train, no bed on land)
2-person room:39,999 yuan/person; value third person (under 6 years old): 13,999 yuan/person (no berth on the special train, no bed on land); (6 years old and above): 19,999 yuan/person (service standards same as adults)
Departures on May 30, June 17, July 5, July 24, August 25, and September 11:
4-person room upper berth:19,999 yuan/person; lower berth: 21,999 yuan/person; children (under 6 years old): 6,999 yuan/person (no berth on the special train, no bed on land)

Detailed route introduction: full analysis of landscapes, culture, and seasonal advantages2-person room:45,999 yuan/person; value third person (under 6 years old): 15,999 yuan/person (no berth on the special train, no bed on land); (6 years old and above): 23,999 yuan/person (service standards same as adults)
Price includes:Special train transportation, local transportation, accommodation (special train compartment + land hotels), tickets to some attractions, meals (special train meals + local meals), guide service;
Price does not include:Personal consumption, optional paid items (such as Kanas boat tour and Sayram Lake self-driving), additional expenses caused by force majeure factors (such as transportation delays due to weather);
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
Travel tips:These details make the journey better
Photography:Xinjiang has strong light, and early morning and evening are excellent shooting times. It is recommended to bring a polarizing filter to reduce reflections; in grassland areas, bright-colored clothes make photos look better.
Food:Turpan grapes, Hami melons, Kashgar baked buns, and Yining pilaf are not to be missed. The special train dining car also provides Xinjiang specialty dishes.
Consumption:At Kashgar Grand Bazaar and Urumqi Grand Bazaar, you can buy dried fruits and handicrafts. It is recommended to compare prices at several shops and be cautious when purchasing valuable items.
Emergency:Carry commonly used medicines (such as cold medicine and gastrointestinal medicine). The special train is equipped with basic medical facilities, and the guide can assist in contacting the nearest hospital.
Registration method:Professional service, travel with peace of mind
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number). Manager Wang Fei is a native Xinjiang local who has worked deeply in the Xinjiang tourism industry for more than ten years and has traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains. She is familiar with the full Northern and Southern Xinjiang travel routes, road conditions and weather, and local customs. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche secret spots, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. She is cheerful and humorous, good at explaining Western Regions humanities and history, easily resolving travel trivialities, and is thoughtful and reliable throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency always adheres to the principle of arranging no consumption throughout itineraries without consumption, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not make assembly-line itineraries, but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, attentively allowing every friend who comes from afar to truly feel Xinjiang’s vast magnificence and simple warmth, and to travel with peace of mind in beautiful Xinjiang.
Disclaimer:Information may change; the contract shall prevail
The information in this article is compiled based on public materials in 2026. Scenic area opening hours, ticket prices, transportation schedules, etc. may change due to policies, weather, and other factors. Specific details are subject to the latest itinerary provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Before traveling, it is recommended to confirm details with the travel agency and sign an official contract to protect your rights.
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