Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Booking Official Guide Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Price List
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Gobi Cruise Special Train Ticket Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 What is it like to travel through Xinjiang by train?
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel method is quietly gaining popularity—taking the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, slowly traveling between northern and southern Xinjiang, watching snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and deserts alternate. Unlike the rush of self-driving or the haste of flights, this 13-day loop journey uses a double-deck air-conditioned train as a ‘mobile home,’ disembarking during the day to visit key attractions and sleeping soundly in the carriage at night. With a relaxed pace and complete amenities, it is especially suitable for tourists who want to deeply experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes without frequently changing hotels.
🌍 Route Highlights:A Panoramic Journey Across Multiple Landscapes
In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ northern and southern Xinjiang loop product continues to be optimized, covering the core landscape belts on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. From the blazing red rocks of the Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the ochre cliffs of the Keziliya Grand Canyon (also known as the ‘Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon’) in Kuqa; from the cultural streets of Kashgar’s Old City to the reflection of Muztagh Ata in Karakul Lake at the foot of the Pamir Plateau; then into the Ili River Valley, encountering the greenery of the Nalati Grassland and the azure of Sayram Lake; finally heading north to Altay, visiting the emerald waters of Kanas Lake and the sunset yardang of the Rainbow Beach. The entire journey connects various landscape types such as the Fire Continent, canyons, ancient cities, grasslands, alpine lakes, and primitive villages, truly achieving ‘a single trip to see the essence of Xinjiang.’
It is worth mentioning that the train uses a double-deck air-conditioned carriage, equipped with a public activity area, handrail facilities, and experienced accompanying staff. Some schedules also arrange special activities, such as ethnic dance interactions, travel photography costume changes, and hot spring experiences (subject to the actual itinerary). In terms of dining, multiple main meals and breakfasts are included, along with special flavor meals such as the ‘Jade Pool Feast,’ allowing your taste buds to also participate in this Western Regions journey.
📅 Budget-Friendly Simplified Itinerary (Presented strictly according to local facts)
Budget-Friendly @ Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
🌄 What is it like to travel through Xinjiang by train?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
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
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel method is quietly gaining popularity—taking the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train, slowly traveling between northern and southern Xinjiang, watching snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and deserts alternate. Unlike the rush of self-driving or the haste of flights, this 13-day loop journey uses a double-deck air-conditioned train as a ‘mobile home,’ disembarking during the day to visit key attractions and sleeping soundly in the carriage at night. With a relaxed pace and complete amenities, it is especially suitable for tourists who want to deeply experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes without frequently changing hotels.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
> Note:The opening status of attractions and traffic conditions mentioned in the itinerary may be affected by seasons, weather, or policies. Both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
💰 2026 Price and Schedule Explanation (Based on Local Facts)
According to current confirmed information, the departure dates for the Budget-Friendly @ Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourist Special Train 13-Day Tour are:
May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
🌍 Route Highlights: A Panoramic Journey Across Multiple LandscapesThe corresponding prices are as follows (reference range, subject to contract):
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Room:Upper berth 2980 RMB/person, Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Double-Deck Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Compartment:Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
> Warm Reminder:Prices may fluctuate due to schedule, cabin availability, etc. The final cost is subject to the signed travel contract. It is recommended to confirm in advance.
📞 How to Register?
This route can be registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:18095969599 (Please note ‘Gobi Cruise Inquiry’ when adding)
In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ northern and southern Xinjiang loop product continues to be optimized, covering the core landscape belts on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. From the blazing red rocks of the Flaming Mountains in Turpan to the ochre cliffs of the Keziliya Grand Canyon (also known as the ‘Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon’) in Kuqa; from the cultural streets of Kashgar’s Old City to the reflection of Muztagh Ata in Karakul Lake at the foot of the Pamir Plateau; then into the Ili River Valley, encountering the greenery of the Nalati Grassland and the azure of Sayram Lake; finally heading north to Altay, visiting the emerald waters of Kanas Lake and the sunset yardang of the Rainbow Beach. The entire journey connects various landscape types such as the Fire Continent, canyons, ancient cities, grasslands, alpine lakes, and primitive villages, truly achieving ‘a single trip to see the essence of Xinjiang.’For details such as departure city, transfer arrangements, and document requirements, please contact customer service directly for the latest schedule information and itinerary explanations. Address information is subject to customer service and is not publicly listed here.
🧳 Fee Inclusion and Service Description
The itinerary fee usually includes the following (subject to actual consultation and contract signing):
✅ Round-trip tourist special train sleeper berth (according to selected cabin type)
✅ First admission tickets and necessary shuttle buses for listed attractions (such as Nalati, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Tianshan Tianchi, etc.)
✅ Listed main meals and breakfasts (including special flavor meals)
✅ Full-trip Chinese-speaking tour guide service
✅ 24-hour arrival pick-up service (limited to specific times and stations)
It is worth mentioning that the train uses a double-deck air-conditioned carriage, equipped with a public activity area, handrail facilities, and experienced accompanying staff. Some schedules also arrange special activities, such as ethnic dance interactions, travel photography costume changes, and hot spring experiences (subject to the actual itinerary). In terms of dining, multiple main meals and breakfasts are included, along with special flavor meals such as the ‘Jade Pool Feast,’ allowing your taste buds to also participate in this Western Regions journey.✅ Gifts of ethnic cultural souvenirs, eco-friendly toiletries, and other travel supplies
> Note:Personal expenses, self-funded items not in the itinerary, and additional costs due to force majeure are not included. All service content and standards are subject to the travel contract.
⚠ ️ Travel Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring windproof outerwear and sunscreen.
The blooming period of some scenic spots (such as lavender gardens) is affected by climate. The best viewing time is usually from mid-to-late June to early July.
The traffic situation on the Duku Highway depends on the snowmelt progress of the year. The May schedule may change the route, which has been included in the backup plan.
Travel requires valid identification documents. Border area visits may involve temporary registration. Please cooperate with the staff’s guidance.
✨ Amid the gentle sounds of wheels and rails, watching the scenery slowly flow by outside the window is a rare sense of relaxation in modern travel. The ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not just a journey but a lifestyle proposal about pace and perspective. If you long for a worry-free, systematic, and immersive panoramic tour of Xinjiang, consider paying attention to the upcoming departures and start your own Western Regions scroll.
> For inquiries, please identify:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Wang Fei 18095969599
> All itineraries, prices, and service terms are subject to the signed travel contract between both parties, in compliance with the relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.’
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