Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Senior Group Booking Guide, Official Registration Portal
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🌄 Slow travel through beautiful Xinjiang, special train traversing northern and southern Xinjiang — a new perspective on the 13-day panoramic journey of the ‘Gobi Cruise’
In the fast-paced era of travel, more and more tourists are seeking a ‘slow down’ deep experience. In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, with railways as the main route and short-distance transfers as supplements, connects the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang. This route not only recommends classic destinations across the Tianshan Mountains but also makes the journey itself part of the scenery through the comfort of air-conditioned special trains.
🌍 Route Highlights:Slow Railway Journey, Panoramic Coverage
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not actually sailing on water, but uses fully air-conditioned special trains as the carrier, moving with the passengers like a cruise ship, reducing frequent transfers and long-distance bumps. The entire journey takes Urumqi as the hub, heading south into Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, then north to the Ili River Valley and Altay region, finally returning to the capital, forming a complete loop.
In the 2026 new operation schedule, the route takes seasonal characteristics into account:
For the May schedule, as the Duku Highway is not fully open, the itinerary has been optimized and changed, with some sections using air connections or alternative routes;
From June to September, you can fully traverse the northern or southern sections of the Duku Highway (depending on actual traffic conditions), experiencing the magnificent mountain scenery of ‘four seasons in one day, different skies in ten miles’;
Along the way, it covers iconic attractions such as Flaming Mountain, Aydingkol Lake, Keziliya Grand Canyon, Kashgar Ancient City, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Hemu, while also incorporating cultural and geological highlights like Restan Street, Daxi Village, and Strange Stone Valley.
It is worth mentioning that the itinerary includes multiple lake stops — from Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau to Sayram Lake, Baisha Lake, and Kanas Lake in northern Xinjiang, with water colors changing with the light, creating a rare soft landscape in the northwest.
📅 Simple Itinerary (based on the finalized original text)
🌄 Slow travel through beautiful Xinjiang, special train traversing northern and southern Xinjiang — a new perspective on the 13-day panoramic journey of the ‘Gobi Cruise’Enjoy the @Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountain, Karez, Aydingkol Lake) – Kuqa
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 Ancient City – Id Kah Mosque – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
Day 6:Korla – Daxi Village – Lop Nur Village – Iron Gate Pass – Korla – Yining
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan County
Day 8:Xinyuan County – Xinjiang Yipahan Lavender Sightseeing Garden – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Shuanghe
Day 9:Shuanghe – Strange Stone Valley – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Jinghe – Beitun
In the fast-paced era of travel, more and more tourists are seeking a ‘slow down’ deep experience. In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, with railways as the main route and short-distance transfers as supplements, connects the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang. This route not only recommends classic destinations across the Tianshan Mountains but also makes the journey itself part of the scenery through the comfort of air-conditioned special trains.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
> Note:The details of the Premium and Luxury versions may vary slightly (e.g., transportation connections, attraction combinations), and all are subject to the signed contract. For the May schedule, due to the Duku Highway being closed, some sections will use alternative plans, and the travel agency will negotiate reasonable changes with tourists based on actual conditions.
💰 Price Explanation (based on the finalized original text)
Tour Dates:May 20, 2026; June 13; July 7; July 31; August 24; September 17
Enjoy Version (Hard Sleeper/Compartment):
Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Room:Upper berth 2980 yuan/person, middle berth 3980 yuan/person, lower berth 4580 yuan/person
Double-layer Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Compartment:Middle berth 3980 yuan/person, lower berth 4580 yuan/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (copy to add friend for free consultation and request detailed route information)
🌍 Route Highlights: Slow Railway Journey, Panoramic CoveragePremium Version (Soft Sleeper Compartment):
Double-layer 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:Upper berth 7980 yuan/person, lower berth 8980 yuan/person
Luxury Version (2-Person Private Compartment):
Double-layer 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:19800 yuan/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may fluctuate due to factors such as tour dates and berth availability, and are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method
This route can be registered and consulted through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly for details)
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not actually sailing on water, but uses fully air-conditioned special trains as the carrier, moving with the passengers like a cruise ship, reducing frequent transfers and long-distance bumps. The entire journey takes Urumqi as the hub, heading south into Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, then north to the Ili River Valley and Altay region, finally returning to the capital, forming a complete loop.🧳 Cost and Service Description
Costs typically include:
✅ Full-journey air-conditioned special train sleeper berth
✅ Regular tourist bus transfers between scenic areas
✅ First admission tickets for listed attractions (subject to actual tour arrangements)
✅ Some meals and accommodation (standards vary by selected version)
✅ Professional tour guide service and travel accident insurance
Costs do not include:
❌ Transportation from departure to Urumqi
❌ Personal expenses during free time
In the 2026 new operation schedule, the route takes seasonal characteristics into account:❌ Meals and self-funded items not explicitly included in the itinerary
> For specific service content, accommodation standards, meal arrangements, etc., please refer to actual consultation and the signed contract. The itinerary may be reasonably changed due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, and will be implemented after mutual agreement.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring windproof jackets, sunscreen, and comfortable hiking shoes;
Some scenic areas have high altitudes (e.g., Tianshan Tianchi, Karakul Lake); you can learn about altitude sickness countermeasures in advance;
The lavender blooming period is generally from mid-to-late June to early July; after August, it may enter the harvest period, affecting the landscape;
Special train sleeper berths are fixed; upper and lower berth allocation is based on registration order and berth availability, and cannot be changed;
All itinerary arrangements comply with national laws and regulations and respect the customs of all ethnic groups.
Choosing the ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not about rushing through attractions, but letting the scenery slowly flow past the window. In 2026, why not slow down, take a special train traveling through the Gobi, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and lakes, and experience the tranquility and grandeur of Xinjiang’s vast land.
📞 Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Wang Fei:180-9596-9599 (Phone/WeChat)
📌 Warm Reminder:Before traveling, please confirm the latest tour date availability and contract details to ensure a smooth start to your journey.
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