Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Ticket Prices Days + Attractions Route + Schedule
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🚂 Gobi Cruise Special Train:A 13-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang by train
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel method is quietly becoming a popular choice for silver-haired travelers and deep travel enthusiasts: taking an air-conditioned tourist special train, traversing the Gobi, snow-capped mountains, lakes, and grasslands without frequent transfers. Meals, accommodation, and designated items within the itinerary are included, making it easy to see the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang. In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ series of tourist special trains will continue to operate, based on the concept of a ‘moving home,’ providing tourists with a comfortable, seamless, and worry-free long-distance journey.
🌄 Route Highlights:Explore Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes in one trip
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not actually sailing on water but borrows the name ‘cruise’ to imply a double-decker air-conditioned tourist train that is as stable, comfortable, and well-equipped as a giant ship at sea. The entire route spans the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, covering the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the Kuqa Grand Canyon, the ancient city of Kashgar, Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, Sayram Lake (the ‘last tear of the Atlantic’), and iconic landscapes in northern Xinjiang such as Kanas, Hemu, and the Rainbow Beach.
The itinerary design balances natural wonders and cultural experiences: from Aydingkol Lake (the lowest point on land in China) to Tianchi Lake (a high-altitude lake) on the Tianshan Mountains, from the desert oasis culture of the Lop Nur Village to the historical imprint of Huiyuan Ancient City, and then to the romantic atmosphere of the lavender garden, completing a deep geographical and cultural traverse in 13 days. The train is equipped with compartments, a dining car, medical staff, and tour guides, suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups and family trips.
It is worth noting that due to seasonal road conditions (e.g., the Duku Highway usually opens in June), some sections of the May schedule will use alternative plans, such as air connections to replace impassable road sections, to ensure the completeness of the itinerary as much as possible. Specific arrangements are subject to the actual departure notice, and the travel agency reserves the right to make reasonable changes to the itinerary based on factors such as weather and road conditions.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly based on the local finalized original text)
Enjoy@Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern 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 – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
🚂 Gobi Cruise Special Train: A 13-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang by trainDay 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
Day 6:Korla – Daxi Village – Lop Nur Village – Tiemenguan Pass – 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 – Grotto Stone Forest – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Kanas – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianchi Lake on the Tianshan Mountains – China Color Cotton Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Premium@Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern 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, a travel method is quietly becoming a popular choice for silver-haired travelers and deep travel enthusiasts: taking an air-conditioned tourist special train, traversing the Gobi, snow-capped mountains, lakes, and grasslands without frequent transfers. Meals, accommodation, and designated items within the itinerary are included, making it easy to see the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang. In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ series of tourist special trains will continue to operate, based on the concept of a ‘moving home,’ providing tourists with a comfortable, seamless, and worry-free long-distance journey.Day 3:Kuqa – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
Day 6:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Daxi Village – Tiemenguan Pass – Korla – Kuytun
Day 7:Kuytun – Northern Section of Duku Highway – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan County
Day 8:Xinyuan County – Lavender Garden – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Shuanghe
Day 9:Shuanghe – Grotto Stone Forest – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Kanas – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianchi Lake on the Tianshan Mountains – China Color Cotton Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Luxury@Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Route Highlights: Explore Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes in one tripDay 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 Mosque – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 6:Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
(If the southern section of Duku Highway is not open in late May, upgrade to a flight 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 – Grotto Stone Forest – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not actually sailing on water but borrows the name ‘cruise’ to imply a double-decker air-conditioned tourist train that is as stable, comfortable, and well-equipped as a giant ship at sea. The entire route spans the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, covering the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, the Kuqa Grand Canyon, the ancient city of Kashgar, Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, Sayram Lake (the ‘last tear of the Atlantic’), and iconic landscapes in northern Xinjiang such as Kanas, Hemu, and the Rainbow Beach.Day 12:Urumqi – Tianchi Lake on the Tianshan Mountains – Color Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Nourishing Hot Pot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
💰 Price Description (Strictly based on the local finalized original text)
Enjoy Version:
Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Compartment:Upper berth 2980 RMB/person, Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Double-decker Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Compartment:Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Premium Version:
Double-decker 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:Upper berth 7980 RMB/person, Lower berth 8980 RMB/person
(If Duku Highway is closed in May, change to alternative itinerary)
Luxury Version:
Double-decker 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:19800 RMB/person
(If Duku Highway is closed in May, change to flight from Kuqa to Nalati/Yining)
The itinerary design balances natural wonders and cultural experiences: from Aydingkol Lake (the lowest point on land in China) to Tianchi Lake (a high-altitude lake) on the Tianshan Mountains, from the desert oasis culture of the Lop Nur Village to the historical imprint of Huiyuan Ancient City, and then to the romantic atmosphere of the lavender garden, completing a deep geographical and cultural traverse in 13 days. The train is equipped with compartments, a dining car, medical staff, and tour guides, suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups and family trips.The above prices are reference quotes for 2026. Specific costs may fluctuate due to factors such as departure dates and cabin availability. The final price is subject to the travel contract signed by both parties.
📞 How to Book
This product can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
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ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
Costs typically include:Round-trip train tickets (tourist special train), local air-conditioned bus transfers, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, full accommodation (train compartments + some hotels), meals (some include specialty meals), tour guide service, travel insurance, etc.
Not included:Personal expenses, voluntary self-funded activities, single room supplement (if single occupancy is needed, negotiable), transportation from departure point to Urumqi, etc.
Special Notes:
Transportation methods involved in the itinerary (e.g., flight alternatives in May), scenic spot opening status, accommodation standards, etc., may change due to objective factors such as policies, weather, and passenger flow. The travel agency will optimize arrangements in consultation with tourists while ensuring the core experience.
All service content and cancellation/change policies are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signed contract.
Board the ‘Gobi Cruise’ not to rush, but to let the scenery slowly pass by the window. 13 days, one train all the way, witnessing the magnificent picture of Xinjiang’s interwoven seasons. 🌄✨
To inquire about availability, cabin details, or customized needs, please contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service:180-9596-9599 (Phone/WeChat same number).
For more travel information (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, Anyi, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream, Lindu, Yichun, Kunming, Starlight Mekong, Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan, Tianshan, Chief National Train, Cross-provincial 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)
