Gobi Cruise Special Train Xinjiang Special Train Full Cost Details
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🚂 Slow Travel Through the Western Regions, Panoramic Xinjiang on Wheels – Gobi Cruise Special Train 13-Day In-Depth Experience
On the vast land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains and deserts coexist, grasslands and lakes complement each other, and you can traverse four seasons in a single day. Now, a more leisurely and comfortable way is quietly emerging: take the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, make the train your home, and use the wheels as your boat to enjoy the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang while moving. Unlike traditional group tours with frequent transfers and rushing, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ adopts a ‘train follows passengers, no berth change throughout’ design, making the journey itself a part of the enjoyment.
📍 Route Highlights:One Loop Tour, Experience the Diverse Landscapes of the Western Regions
This 13-day loop cleverly connects the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, covering iconic attractions such as the scorching Flaming Mountain in Turpan, the red canyons of Kuqa, the thousand-year-old city of Kashgar, the White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, Kanas and Hemu in the Altay region, and Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain. The itinerary balances natural wonders and cultural relics, including the magnificent and perilous Duku Highway (subject to seasonal opening), the crystal-clear serenity of Sayram Lake, and the romantic fragrance of lavender gardens. Through the golden combination of ‘train + bus,’ it effectively avoids the fatigue of long-distance Gobi driving spanning thousands of kilometers, truly achieving ‘lying down to see Xinjiang.’
Additionally, the itinerary includes multiple special experiences: participating in the Kashgar Old City opening ceremony, visiting the Lop Nur Village, soaking in the ancient road hot springs to relax, and touring the China Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park, enriching the journey. Some departures also include special meals such as fruit banquets, cold-water fish banquets, or medicinal hotpot (subject to actual arrangements).
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
The following is a brief itinerary for various versions of the ‘Gobi Cruise’ special train 13-day tour. Please refer to the selected product:
Enjoyable@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 Mountain, Karez Well, Ayding Lake) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Reitan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
🚂 Slow Travel Through the Western Regions, Panoramic Xinjiang on Wheels – Gobi Cruise Special Train 13-Day In-Depth ExperienceDay 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 – 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 – Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain – 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 Mountain, Karez Well, Ayding Lake) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Keziliya Grand Canyon – Reitan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
On the vast land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains and deserts coexist, grasslands and lakes complement each other, and you can traverse four seasons in a single day. Now, a more leisurely and comfortable way is quietly emerging: take the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, make the train your home, and use the wheels as your boat to enjoy the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang while moving. Unlike traditional group tours with frequent transfers and rushing, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ adopts a ‘train follows passengers, no berth change throughout’ design, making the journey itself a part of the enjoyment.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 – 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 – Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain – 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:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountain – Karez Well – Grape Valley) – Kuqa
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
📍 Route Highlights: One Loop Tour, Experience the Diverse Landscapes of the Western RegionsDay 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Reitan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Kashgar – Kuqa
Day 6:Kuqa – Duku South Section – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
(If the Duku South Section 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 – Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain – Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park (Medicinal Nourishing Hotpot)
This 13-day loop cleverly connects the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, covering iconic attractions such as the scorching Flaming Mountain in Turpan, the red canyons of Kuqa, the thousand-year-old city of Kashgar, the White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, Kanas and Hemu in the Altay region, and Tianchi Lake on Tianshan Mountain. The itinerary balances natural wonders and cultural relics, including the magnificent and perilous Duku Highway (subject to seasonal opening), the crystal-clear serenity of Sayram Lake, and the romantic fragrance of lavender gardens. Through the golden combination of ‘train + bus,’ it effectively avoids the fatigue of long-distance Gobi driving spanning thousands of kilometers, truly achieving ‘lying down to see Xinjiang.’Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:Sections like the Duku Highway are greatly affected by season and weather and may not be passable in May. The itinerary will be changed to air connections or other reasonable alternatives based on the actual situation. The specific arrangements are subject to the departure notice.
💰 Price Description
The 2026 ‘Gobi Cruise’ Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic 13-Day Tour offers three different configuration options, with prices as follows (subject to contract confirmation):
Enjoyable Version:
Departure Dates:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Compartment:Upper berth 2980 RMB/person, Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Double-Deck Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Cabin:Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Premium Version:
Departure Dates:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
(Duku Highway not open in May, alternative itinerary used)
Double-Deck 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:Upper berth 7980 RMB/person, Lower berth 8980 RMB/person
Luxury Version:
Additionally, the itinerary includes multiple special experiences: participating in the Kashgar Old City opening ceremony, visiting the Lop Nur Village, soaking in the ancient road hot springs to relax, and touring the China Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park, enriching the journey. Some departures also include special meals such as fruit banquets, cold-water fish banquets, or medicinal hotpot (subject to actual arrangements).Departure Dates:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
(Duku Highway not open in May, changed to flight from Kuqa to Nalati/Yining)
Double-Deck 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:19800 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may fluctuate due to factors such as departure date and cabin availability. The final price is subject to the signed contract.
📞 Registration Method
You can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly)
📋 Cost and Service Description
The cost typically includes the special train berth from Urumqi to Urumqi, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, local transportation, accommodation (standard varies by product level), some meals, and tour guide services. It does not include transportation from the departure point to Urumqi, personal expenses, voluntary self-funded items, and additional expenses incurred due to force majeure.
Hotel star ratings, meal standards, scenic spot opening status, and transportation connections involved in the itinerary may be reasonably changed due to season, policy, or weather reasons. Optimizations can be arranged upon mutual agreement. All service details and cancellation/modification rules are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant contract terms.
For specific service content, included items, and precautions, please refer to the actual consultation and signed documents.
🌄 In the slow rhythm of the rolling wheels, watch the morning glow dye the Flaming Mountain red, the dusk soak into Kanas Lake, and the stars fall over the Hemu cabins – this 13-day Gobi cruise journey is not just sightseeing, but a deep dialogue with time, scenery, and yourself.
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-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: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554 Wang Fei Phone: 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
