Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Gobi Cruise Schedule + Ticket Booking Tips
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Gobi Cruise Special Train Ticket Booking Center: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Slow Travel in Xinjiang, a Double-Decker Special Train Journey Across the Gobi – 2026 ‘Gobi Cruise’ 13-Day Panoramic Experience of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains and deserts coexist, grasslands and lakes complement each other, and ancient cities and canyons intertwine. How can one trip easily cover the essence of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang? The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, featuring a customized double-decker air-conditioned carriage, no need to change berths throughout the journey, and a golden combination of train and bus, allows travelers to truly ‘see Xinjiang while lying down.’ This itinerary not only connects over 20 iconic attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kashgar Old City but also significantly reduces long-distance bumpiness and enhances travel comfort through scientific route design.
Unlike the fatigue of traditional group tours with frequent vehicle changes and luggage handling, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ special train adopts a ‘train follows the traveler’ model. Large luggage can be stored in a dedicated carriage, and each day, it is recommended to carry only essential items for sightseeing, returning directly to your own sleeper berth afterward. It is especially suitable for travelers who want an in-depth experience while prioritizing comfort.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Subject to the actual signed product)
Enjoyable@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 Well, Ayding 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 Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
Day 6:Korla – Daxi Village – Lop Nur Village – Tiemen Pass – Korla – Yining
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan County
🌄 Slow Travel in Xinjiang, a Double-Decker Special Train Journey Across the Gobi – 2026 ‘Gobi Cruise’ 13-Day Panoramic Experience of Northern and Southern XinjiangDay 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
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 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 Well, Ayding 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 Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains and deserts coexist, grasslands and lakes complement each other, and ancient cities and canyons intertwine. How can one trip easily cover the essence of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang? The newly upgraded 2026 ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, featuring a customized double-decker air-conditioned carriage, no need to change berths throughout the journey, and a golden combination of train and bus, allows travelers to truly ‘see Xinjiang while lying down.’ This itinerary not only connects over 20 iconic attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and Kashgar Old City but also significantly reduces long-distance bumpiness and enhances travel comfort through scientific route design.Day 6:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Daxi Village – Tiemen 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 – 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 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 Well – Grape Valley) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Unlike the fatigue of traditional group tours with frequent vehicle changes and luggage handling, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ special train adopts a ‘train follows the traveler’ model. Large luggage can be stored in a dedicated carriage, and each day, it is recommended to carry only essential items for sightseeing, returning directly to your own sleeper berth afterward. It is especially suitable for travelers who want an in-depth experience while prioritizing comfort.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 – 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
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park (Herbal Nourishing Hot Pot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:Due to factors such as season, weather, and traffic control, some sections (e.g., Duku Highway) may be subject to temporary changes. Specific arrangements are subject to the confirmed itinerary before departure, and reasonable optimization can be made through mutual agreement.
🗓️ Simplified Itinerary (Subject to the actual signed product)💰 Price Description (2026 Reference Information)
Enjoyable 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 Cabin:Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Premium Version:
Double-Decker 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:Upper berth 7980 RMB/person, Lower berth 8980 RMB/person
(If Duku Highway is closed in May, switch to alternative itinerary)
Luxury Version:
Double-Decker 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:19800 RMB/person
(If Duku Highway is closed in May, switch to flight from Kuqa to Nalati/Yining)
All departure dates are:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17.
Prices may vary slightly depending on departure date, room type, and service configuration. The final cost is subject to the signed travel contract.
Enjoyable@Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:📞 Registration Method
This route can be consulted and registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:18095969599 (Please note ‘Gobi Cruise Inquiry’ when adding)
Address information, please consult customer service directly for the latest reception arrangements.
🧳 Fee and Service Description
The itinerary includes Urumqi pick-up and drop-off, full accommodation (comfortable or characteristic hotels based on product level), main meals and breakfast, first admission tickets to attractions, special train berths, and local transportation connections. Some products also include special experiences such as costume photography, viewing of Qiuci music and dance, ancient road hot springs, and participation in the city-opening ceremony.
Please note:Tickets, transportation, accommodation, and other resources are significantly affected by seasonality. If projects are temporarily canceled due to force majeure, changes will be negotiated based on the actual situation, and no individual refunds will be made. All service content and standards are subject to the terms of the signed travel contract.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing as well as sunscreen.
Some scenic areas have high altitudes (e.g., Karakul Lake), so please pay attention to physical adaptation.
The itinerary involves road travel (e.g., Duku Highway, Ahe Highway), and opening times are affected by weather. Temporary changes may occur around May; please understand.
Respect local customs and habits during the trip, travel civilly, and jointly maintain a harmonious tourism environment.
This ‘Gobi Cruise’ journey is not just a geographical crossing but also a slow-paced, broad-minded spiritual roam. Whether choosing the Enjoyable, Premium, or Luxury version, you can feel the magnificence of Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes and profound cultural heritage while riding smoothly on the special train.
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