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Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Gobi Cruise Sunset Red Special Train Ticket Booking Center
🚂 A New Choice for Silver-Haired Travelers to Slowly Explore Xinjiang:Detailed Explanation of the 13-Day Gobi Cruise Special Train Tour
With changing travel concepts, more and more middle-aged and elderly tourists prefer travel modes that are ‘slow-paced, with stable accommodation, and minimal luggage moving.’ In the vast Xinjiang, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train is becoming an ideal vehicle for silver-haired travelers to deeply explore southern and northern Xinjiang. It is not a ship sailing on water, but a vivid name for a double-decker air-conditioned tourist train traveling through the Gobi, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and oases—the carriages are as stable as a ship, the scenery outside the window flows like a painting, and the entire journey uses the railway as the main transportation, supplemented by short-distance transfers, greatly reducing the fatigue of long-distance bus rides.
🌄 Route Highlights:A Panoramic Journey Across the Tianshan Mountains from North to South
In the spring and summer of 2026, Xinjiang enters a golden season with pleasant weather and diverse landscapes. This 13-day itinerary spans southern and northern Xinjiang, covering the Turpan Basin, the edge oases of the Tarim Basin, the eastern edge of the Pamir Plateau, the Ili River Valley, and the Altai region, encompassing almost all of Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes:
Turpan Section:Visit the fiery landform of the Flaming Mountains, the millennium-old Karez underground irrigation system, and Aydingkol Lake, the lowest point in China’s landmass;
Kuqa Area:Explore the Keziliya Grand Canyon (also known as the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon) and stroll through the historical and cultural district of Restan Street;
Kashgar Old City:Experience the texture of the old city streets, and gaze at the reflection of Muztagh Ata Peak in Karakul Lake and Baisha Lake;
Ili River Valley:Wander through the Nalati Grassland, visit the Lavender Sightseeing Garden (blooming period depends on weather), and circle Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean’;
Altai Region:Enter the Hemu Scenic Area via the Ahe Highway, then visit Kanas Lake and the Rainbow Beach, each season offering a different charm;
Return to Urumqi:Climb Tianshan Tianchi to see the reflection of snow-capped mountains, and visit the China Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park to learn about specialty agricultural achievements.
Throughout the journey, the special train’s ‘one berth all the way’ mobile accommodation advantage means large luggage doesn’t need to be moved daily, allowing tourists to enjoy the trip with peace of mind and focus on the scenery itself.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Route Facts)
Brief Itinerary for the Enjoyment@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour:

🚂 A New Choice for Silver-Haired Travelers to Slowly Explore Xinjiang: Detailed Explanation of the 13-Day Gobi Cruise Special Train TourDay 1:Departure Point – 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
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
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 – Rainbow 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 Point

With changing travel concepts, more and more middle-aged and elderly tourists prefer travel modes that are ‘slow-paced, with stable accommodation, and minimal luggage moving.’ In the vast Xinjiang, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train is becoming an ideal vehicle for silver-haired travelers to deeply explore southern and northern Xinjiang. It is not a ship sailing on water, but a vivid name for a double-decker air-conditioned tourist train traveling through the Gobi, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and oases—the carriages are as stable as a ship, the scenery outside the window flows like a painting, and the entire journey uses the railway as the main transportation, supplemented by short-distance transfers, greatly reducing the fatigue of long-distance bus rides.Brief Itinerary for the Premium@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour:
Day 1:Departure Point – 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
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Tongrentang – Kashgar – Korla
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 – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – China Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park – Urumqi

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei
🌄 Route Highlights: A Panoramic Journey Across the Tianshan Mountains from North to SouthDay 13:Urumqi – Departure Point
Brief Itinerary for the Luxury@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour:
Day 1:Departure Point – Urumqi
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 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

In the spring and summer of 2026, Xinjiang enters a golden season with pleasant weather and diverse landscapes. This 13-day itinerary spans southern and northern Xinjiang, covering the Turpan Basin, the edge oases of the Tarim Basin, the eastern edge of the Pamir Plateau, the Ili River Valley, and the Altai region, encompassing almost all of Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes:Day 10:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park (Medicinal Diet and Health Hot Pot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure Point
> Note:In May, due to the Duku Highway not being fully open, some itineraries will use air connections or alternative routes. Specific arrangements will be reasonably adjusted while ensuring the travel experience.
💰 Price Explanation (Strictly Based on Local Route Facts)
Enjoyment 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-Decker Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Cabin:Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Premium Version
Departure Dates:Same as above (In May, Duku Highway is closed, replaced by alternative itinerary)
Double-Decker 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:Upper berth 7980 RMB/person, Lower berth 8980 RMB/person

Turpan Section: Visit the fiery landform of the Flaming Mountains, the millennium-old Karez underground irrigation system, and Aydingkol Lake, the lowest point in China’s landmass;Luxury Version
Departure Dates:Same as above (In May, Duku Highway is closed, replaced by a flight from Kuqa to Nalati/Yining)
Double-Decker 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:19800 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may fluctuate based on factors such as departure dates and cabin availability. Specific details are subject to the travel contract signed by both parties.
📞 #Registration Method and Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang. She has been deeply involved in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade, traveling to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains, and is familiar with all routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in southern and northern Xinjiang.
Proficient in planning free and easy trips, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains, she is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic routes or customize niche deep travel itineraries. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels at explaining the history and culture of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the journey.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only builds comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring that every guest from afar can truly experience the vast beauty and simple enthusiasm of Xinjiang, and enjoy a worry-free tour of the magnificent Xinjiang.
You can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
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ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
Costs usually include:Round-trip transportation (train sleeper), first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, local transfer fees, accommodation (special train sleeper), some meals, and accompanying service staff.
Not included:Personal expenses, some optional activities, meals not included in the itinerary, etc.
Objective factors such as the opening status of scenic spots, traffic conditions, and weather changes mentioned in the itinerary may lead to minor schedule adjustments. Both parties can reasonably optimize the itinerary through mutual agreement. All arrangements are based on the Tourism Law and relevant regulations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of tourists.
For specific service content, cancellation and change policies, and detailed cost breakdown, please refer to the actual consultation and signed documents.
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