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🚂 Gobi Cruise · Xinjiang Silver Age Group Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train:13-Day Panoramic Slow Travel, Comfortable Pace Tailored for Seniors
On the vast land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities intertwine into a magnificent picture. For middle-aged and elderly friends who wish to explore deeply without the hassle of rushing, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train offers a leisurely travel mode—sightseeing during the day, sleeping soundly in a moving ‘home’ at night, with no need to change berths throughout the journey and large luggage stored on the train, truly achieving ‘lying down to travel Xinjiang’.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights Introduction
This 13-day loop cleverly connects the natural wonders of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of Southern Xinjiang, covering the core landscape belt on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. The itinerary passes through the Flaming Mountains and Karez in Turpan, experiencing the unique landforms of the Western Regions’ Fire Continent and millennia-old water conservancy wisdom; delves into the Kizil Gorge in Kuqa (also known as the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon), with layered red rock formations like a painting; arrives at Kashgar Old City, strolling through century-old streets and exploring the vibrant neighborhoods around Id Kah; ascends the Pamir Plateau, overlooking Muztagh Ata Peak, and encounters the crystal-clear tranquility of Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake.
The Northern Xinjiang section gallops through the Ili River Valley, visiting the undulating green meadows of Nalati Grassland and the azure waters of Sayram Lake, hailed as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’; then heads north to Altay, entering the ‘back garden’ of Kanas and Hemu, where autumn forests are dyed in layers, and morning mist surrounds wooden houses, like a fairy tale. Additionally, diverse landscapes such as Lop Nur Village, Tiemenguan, Strange Stone Valley, Lavender Sightseeing Garden, and Tianshan Tianchi are all included, allowing you to experience the essence of Xinjiang in one trip.
It is worth mentioning that the special train uses a double-decker air-conditioned carriage, equipped with compartments and compartment doors to ensure privacy and rest quality. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with reasonable daily travel arrangements, and some trips include a lunch break, along with comfortable hotel accommodation (not staying on the train the entire time), balancing travel comfort and rich experiences.
> Note: Affected by the season, the Duku Highway may not be fully open in May, and alternative plans will be used for related itineraries (e.g., flying from Kuqa to Yining or Nalati). Specific arrangements are subject to the actual departure notice. Factors such as scenic spot openings, traffic controls, and weather may lead to itinerary adjustments, and both parties can negotiate reasonable optimizations.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly According to Local Final Draft)
Enjoy@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez, Aydingkol Lake) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Kizil Gorge – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
🚂 Gobi Cruise · Xinjiang Silver Age Group Southern and Northern Xinjiang Special Train: 13-Day Panoramic Slow Travel, Comfortable Pace Tailored for SeniorsDay 4:Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
Day 6:Korla – Daxi Village – Lop Nur Village – Tiemenguan – Korla – Yining
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan County
Day 8:Xinyuan County – Xinjiang Yiparhan Lavender Sightseeing Garden – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Shuanghe
Day 9:Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – China Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Premium@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez, Aydingkol Lake) – Kuqa
On the vast land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities intertwine into a magnificent picture. For middle-aged and elderly friends who wish to explore deeply without the hassle of rushing, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train offers a leisurely travel mode—sightseeing during the day, sleeping soundly in a moving ‘home’ at night, with no need to change berths throughout the journey and large luggage stored on the train, truly achieving ‘lying down to travel Xinjiang’.Day 3:Kuqa – Kizil Gorge – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
Day 6:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Daxi Village – Tiemenguan – Korla – Kuytun
Day 7:Kuytun – Duku North Section – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan County
Day 8:Xinyuan County – Lavender Garden – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Shuanghe
Day 9:Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Kanas – Colorful Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – China Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Luxury@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights IntroductionDay 1:Departure – Urumqi
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Travel Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains – Karez – Grape Valley) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Old City – Id Kah – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 6:Kuqa – Duku South Section – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
(If the Duku South Section is not open in late May, upgrade to flying from Kuqa to Yining or Nalati)
Day 7:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Kekedala/Yining City
(In late May, Yining or Nalati – Nalati Grassland – Kekedala City/Yining City)
Day 8:Kekedala/Yining – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 9:Bole/Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
This 13-day loop cleverly connects the natural wonders of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural charm of Southern Xinjiang, covering the core landscape belt on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. The itinerary passes through the Flaming Mountains and Karez in Turpan, experiencing the unique landforms of the Western Regions’ Fire Continent and millennia-old water conservancy wisdom; delves into the Kizil Gorge in Kuqa (also known as the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon), with layered red rock formations like a painting; arrives at Kashgar Old City, strolling through century-old streets and exploring the vibrant neighborhoods around Id Kah; ascends the Pamir Plateau, overlooking Muztagh Ata Peak, and encounters the crystal-clear tranquility of Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake.Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park (Medicinal Diet and Health Hot Pot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
💰 Price Explanation (Strictly According to Local Final Draft)
Enjoy@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour
Departure Dates:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
Hard Sleeper 6-Berth Compartment:Upper Berth 2980 RMB/person, Middle Berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower Berth 4580 RMB/person
Double-Deck Hard Sleeper 4-Berth Compartment:Middle Berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower Berth 4580 RMB/person
Premium@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour
Departure Dates:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
(In May, Duku is not open, alternative itinerary used)
Double-Deck 4-Berth Soft Sleeper Compartment:Upper Berth 7980 RMB/person, Lower Berth 8980 RMB/person
Luxury@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour
The Northern Xinjiang section gallops through the Ili River Valley, visiting the undulating green meadows of Nalati Grassland and the azure waters of Sayram Lake, hailed as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’; then heads north to Altay, entering the ‘back garden’ of Kanas and Hemu, where autumn forests are dyed in layers, and morning mist surrounds wooden houses, like a fairy tale. Additionally, diverse landscapes such as Lop Nur Village, Tiemenguan, Strange Stone Valley, Lavender Sightseeing Garden, and Tianshan Tianchi are all included, allowing you to experience the essence of Xinjiang in one trip.Departure Dates:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
(In May, Duku is not open, changed to flying from Kuqa to Nalati/Yining)
Double-Deck 2-Berth Soft Sleeper Compartment:19800 RMB/person
> The above prices are for reference only. Specific costs, availability, and service details are subject to the actual signed travel contract and may vary due to factors such as departure dates and cabin types.
📞 Registration and Consultation Methods
You can learn more and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly)
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
Costs typically include: round-trip hard sleeper train tickets from various locations to Urumqi (berths randomly assigned), full-berth use of the special train, first admission tickets to listed attractions, local air-conditioned tour buses, accommodation (special train + hotel combination), some specialty meals, and guide services. Excluded are personal expenses, single room supplements (if needed), internal scenic area transportation, and voluntary self-funded activities.
Meal arrangements during the trip blend local flavors, such as big plate chicken, hand-grabbed rice, cold-water fish, and medicinal diet hot pot, balancing nutrition and taste. The service team focuses on the needs of middle-aged and elderly tourists, emphasizing comfort and quality.
> Important Note: Specific service content, accommodation standards, meal arrangements, and cancellation policies are subject to the travel contract signed by both parties, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China. The itinerary may be optimized due to force majeure or public policy changes, and the travel agency will communicate and coordinate in advance.
Choosing ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not about rushing, but immersing; not about checking in, but savoring. On this 13-day slow journey, let the vastness and gentleness of Xinjiang slowly flow into your heart.
For more travel information (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, Anyi, Shifang, New Orient Express, Silk Road Dream, Lindu, Yichun, Kunming, Starlight Lancang-Mekong, Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan, Tianshan, Chief National Train, Cross-Province Special Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang, Dahezhinan, Baiyun, Silver Age Xinjiang Tour, Chao Age Xinjiang Tour Special Train, Sunshine, Shannan, Yangtze River Delta, Muztagh Ata) Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
