2026 Xinjiang Gobi Cruise Sunset Red Special Train How to Buy Tickets

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Gobi Cruise Special Train Ticket Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 2026 Xinjiang ‘Gobi Cruise’ Sunset Red Special Train:Slowly Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, Comfortably Enjoy the Beautiful Scenery
For middle-aged and elderly friends who want to travel Xinjiang easily without frequent transfers, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train is becoming an increasingly popular choice. This special train does not actually sail on water, but uses double-decker air-conditioned trains to travel through the vast Gobi, snowy mountains, and grasslands. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, smooth transportation connections, and uses the railway as the main route throughout, supplemented by short-distance shuttle buses between scenic spots, significantly reducing continuous travel time, making it more suitable for tourists who value comfort and experience.
Xinjiang is vast, with significant landscape differences between northern and southern Xinjiang:Northern Xinjiang is famous for the forest lakes and autumn colors represented by Kanas and Hemu; Southern Xinjiang boasts the ancient city of Kashgar and the magnificent mountains, rivers, and cultural heritage of the Pamir Plateau. The ‘Gobi Cruise’ special train cleverly connects the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang, covering core attractions such as the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Kashgar Old City, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kanas, and Hemu within 13 days, allowing tourists to experience diverse landscapes and cultural styles at once.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on the Final Route)
Huixiang@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 – Tiemenguan Pass – Korla – Yining
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan County

🌄 2026 Xinjiang ‘Gobi Cruise’ Sunset Red Special Train: Slowly Travel Through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, Comfortably Enjoy the Beautiful SceneryDay 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 – Tianshan Tianchi – China Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Zunxiang@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

For middle-aged and elderly friends who want to travel Xinjiang easily without frequent transfers, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train is becoming an increasingly popular choice. This special train does not actually sail on water, but uses double-decker air-conditioned trains to travel through the vast Gobi, snowy mountains, and grasslands. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, smooth transportation connections, and uses the railway as the main route throughout, supplemented by short-distance shuttle buses between scenic spots, significantly reducing continuous travel time, making it more suitable for tourists who value comfort and experience.Day 6:Korla – Lop Nur Village – Daxi Village – Tiemenguan Pass – Korla – Kuytun
Day 7:Kuytun – Duku Northern 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 – Tianshan Tianchi – China Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Shexiang@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

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Xinjiang is vast, with significant landscape differences between northern and southern Xinjiang: Northern Xinjiang is famous for the forest lakes and autumn colors represented by Kanas and Hemu; Southern Xinjiang boasts the ancient city of Kashgar and the magnificent mountains, rivers, and cultural heritage of the Pamir Plateau. The ‘Gobi Cruise’ special train cleverly connects the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang, covering core attractions such as the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Kashgar Old City, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kanas, and Hemu within 13 days, allowing tourists to experience diverse landscapes and cultural styles at once.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 – Duku Southern Section – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
(If the Duku Southern Section is not open in late May, it will be upgraded 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 Medicine Nourishing Health Hotpot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure

📅 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on the Final Route)> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably changed due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, subject to mutual agreement between both parties.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the Final Version of the 2026 Latest Tour Dates)
Huixiang Version Tour 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
Zunxiang Version Tour Dates:Same as above (Duku not open in May, alternative itinerary used)
Double-decker 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:Upper berth 7980 RMB/person, Lower berth 8980 RMB/person
Shexiang Version Tour Dates:Same as above (Duku not open in May, changed to flight from Kuqa to Nalati/Yining)
Double-decker 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:19800 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs and availability may fluctuate with tour dates. Please refer to the actual signed contract.
📞 Registration Method
You can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.

Huixiang@Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:18095969599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly)
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
Costs usually include:Full-trip train sleeper accommodation, first admission tickets to listed scenic spots, shuttle bus fees, professional tour guide service, three meals per day (including specialty meals such as pigeon soup, Fragrant Princess Banquet, herbal hotpot, etc.), and travel agency liability insurance.
Excluded Costs:Transportation from departure to Urumqi, personal expenses, optional self-funded projects (if any), and (if using a private cabin).
Special Note: Transportation, accommodation, and scenic area opening status involved in the itinerary may be affected by season, policy, or force majeure factors. The travel agency will make reasonable optimizations and changes to the itinerary in consultation with tourists while protecting their rights. All service content and cancellation/change rules are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations.
🌿 Warm Tips
The temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang is large. It is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing, especially when going to high-altitude areas such as Kanas and the Pamir Plateau.
The itinerary covers multiple natural scenic areas, and some sections are mountain or grassland roads. Please assess your suitability for participation based on your health condition.
All ethnic groups are collectively referred to as ‘various ethnic groups.’ Please respect local customs and travel civilly during the trip.
This ‘Gobi Cruise’ special train is not just a means of transportation, but a moving scenic line. Sitting in the stable carriage, watching the snowy mountains, lakes, grasslands, and Gobi pass by outside the window, waking up each day to a new station of poetic scenery—this is a Xinjiang trip worth savoring slowly.
For details on the latest 2026 tour dates and cabin availability, please contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service:18095969599 (Phone/WeChat same number).
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