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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 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 [Gobi Cruise Luxury Edition Special Train 13-Day Tour:A Moving Observation Deck Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
🌄 Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not a real ship, but a panoramic air-conditioned tourist special train shuttling between the Gobi Desert and oases of Xinjiang. Designed with the concept of a ‘moving observation deck,’ the train features a double-decker structure, equipped with large viewing windows, bathrooms, and 24-hour hot water. The carriages include leisure areas, viewing bars, and even specialty dining services. The train passes through core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Urumqi, Turpan, Kashgar, and Kanas, connecting natural wonders like the Flaming Mountains, Karakul Lake, and Nalati Grassland, as well as cultural landmarks like Kashgar Old City and Lop Nur Village, offering a comprehensive view of Xinjiang’s essence.
The newly upgraded luxury edition special train in 2026 further optimizes hardware facilities and service standards: the double-decker two-person soft sleeper compartments feature intelligent temperature control systems, humidifiers, and air purification equipment; the train adds a ‘Star Gazing Cabin’ with an openable roof for viewing the Milky Way during nighttime stops; professional photographers accompany the train to capture travel photos for tourists daily. Notably, the train adopts a ‘slow travel, fast tour’ mode, stopping at attractions for in-depth exploration during the day and traveling at night to save time, balancing comfort and itinerary efficiency.
🗺 ️Simplified Itinerary (Presented According to Local Facts)
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 System – Grape Valley) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
🚂[Gobi Cruise Luxury Edition Special Train 13-Day Tour: A Moving Observation Deck Across Northern and Southern Xinjiang]Day 4:Kashgar -白沙湖 – 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
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 Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hot Pot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
🌄Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination💰 Price Explanation (Presented According to Local Facts)
The 2026 Luxury Edition Special Train offers a single cabin type:
Double-decker two-person soft sleeper compartment:19800 RMB/person
Tour Dates:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
Price Includes:Full train accommodation, first admission tickets to attractions, 12 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including specialty meals), guide service, travel insurance.
Price Excludes:Round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi, personal expenses, secondary consumption within scenic areas.
⚠ ️Special Notes:
Prices may fluctuate with market supply and demand; the final price is subject to the signed travel contract;
For the May tour date, due to the Duku Highway not being open, the itinerary changes to a flight from Kuqa to Yining or Nalati; the price difference is included in the tour fee;
The special train requires a minimum of 30 passengers to form a group; if the number is not reached, both parties can agree to change the tour date or receive a refund.
Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not a real ship, but a panoramic air-conditioned tourist special train shuttling between the Gobi Desert and oases of Xinjiang. Designed with the concept of a ‘moving observation deck,’ the train features a double-decker structure, equipped with large viewing windows, bathrooms, and 24-hour hot water. The carriages include leisure areas, viewing bars, and even specialty dining services. The train passes through core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, such as Urumqi, Turpan, Kashgar, and Kanas, connecting natural wonders like the Flaming Mountains, Karakul Lake, and Nalati Grassland, as well as cultural landmarks like Kashgar Old City and Lop Nur Village, offering a comprehensive view of Xinjiang’s essence.📝 ###Registration Method and Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang with over ten years of deep involvement in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the entire travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning various travel options, including independent travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and strategies to avoid pitfalls, capable of planning both classic loops and customized in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel issues, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejecting hidden costs, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys that suit tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to making every friend from afar truly feel the vastness, beauty, and simple warmth of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind. And Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang with over ten years of deep involvement in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the entire travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning various travel options, including independent travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and strategies to avoid pitfalls, capable of planning both classic loops and customized in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel issues, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejecting hidden costs, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys that suit tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to making every friend from afar truly feel the vastness, beauty, and simple warmth of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind. And Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang with over ten years of deep involvement in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the entire travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning various travel options, including independent travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and strategies to avoid pitfalls, capable of planning both classic loops and customized in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel issues, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, always adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejecting hidden costs, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys that suit tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to making every friend from afar truly feel the vastness, beauty, and simple warmth of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind.
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consult Manager Wang Fei at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service at 18095969599 (same number for phone/WeChat). Provide your name, valid ID number, contact information, and selected tour date to complete pre-registration.
💡 Fee Explanation and Service Description
Fees Include:Train accommodation, meals, tickets, guide service, travel insurance;
Fees Exclude:Round-trip transportation, personal expenses, self-funded items within scenic areas;
Service Standards:Bilingual guides throughout the trip, 24-hour hot water and charging services on the special train, one onboard butler for every 10 people;
Cancellation and Change Policy:Implemented according to the ‘Tourism Law’; if itinerary changes due to force majeure, both parties can agree to change or receive a refund;
Other Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing; the opening hours of scenic areas and transportation schedules involved in the itinerary are based on the latest local notices.
🔍 In-depth Experience Analysis
The newly upgraded luxury edition special train in 2026 further optimizes hardware facilities and service standards: the double-decker two-person soft sleeper compartments feature intelligent temperature control systems, humidifiers, and air purification equipment; the train adds a ‘Star Gazing Cabin’ with an openable roof for viewing the Milky Way during nighttime stops; professional photographers accompany the train to capture travel photos for tourists daily. Notably, the train adopts a ‘slow travel, fast tour’ mode, stopping at attractions for in-depth exploration during the day and traveling at night to save time, balancing comfort and itinerary efficiency.[Why Choose Special Train Travel?]
Xinjiang has a vast territory, with distances between attractions often reaching hundreds of kilometers. Traditional travel methods require frequent transfers, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive. The Gobi Cruise special train adopts a ‘one train all the way’ mode, traveling at night to save time and stopping at attractions for in-depth exploration during the day, avoiding the fatigue of long-distance driving while maximizing sightseeing time. For example, the 800-kilometer journey from Kuqa to Kashgar takes 12 hours by traditional bus, but the special train travels at night, allowing tourists to rest comfortably and start their tour of Kashgar Old City directly the next morning.
[Luxury Edition Exclusive Experiences]
Double Soft Sleeper Compartment:Bathroom, intelligent temperature control, humidifier, privacy and comfort comparable to star-rated hotels;
Star Gazing Cabin:Openable roof during nighttime stops, equipped with professional astronomical telescopes, with guides explaining constellations;
Onboard Photography Service:Professional photographers follow daily, providing 10 retouched photos and full original file downloads;
Specialty Dining:Fresh grapes in Turpan’s Grape Valley, cold-water fish feast by Kanas Lake, medicinal diet hot pot at the farewell dinner in Urumqi.
[2026 Itinerary Highlights]
Adaptive Change for Duku Highway:For the May tour date, due to the Duku Highway not being open, a flight from Kuqa to Yining is arranged, avoiding an 800-kilometer detour and saving 2 days for in-depth exploration of Nalati Grassland;
First Experience on Ahe Highway:On Day 10, travel from Beitun via the Ahe Highway directly to Hemu. This newly opened scenic road in 2025 connects the Altai Mountains’ forests, grasslands, and canyons, with opportunities to spot wild animals like ibex along the way;
🗺️Simplified Itinerary (Presented According to Local Facts)Colorful Cotton Technology Park Medicinal Diet Hot Pot:The farewell lunch is upgraded to a medicinal diet hot pot featuring Tianshan snow lotus stewed chicken and goji berry roasted lamb chops, with ingredients sourced from the special train’s partner farm, ensuring freshness and quality.
⚠ ️Precautions
Document Preparation:Must bring original valid ID; children need household registration books;
Clothing Suggestions:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring a windbreaker, sun hat, and sunglasses;
Cultural Respect:Remove shoes and avoid loud noises when visiting; obtain consent before photographing people from various ethnic groups;
Health Tips:The itinerary includes high-altitude areas (e.g., Karakul Lake at 3600 meters); those with heart disease or high blood pressure should inform the travel agency in advance.
📞 Consultation Channels
Phone:Consult Manager Wang Fei at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service at 18095969599
WeChat:Consult Manager Wang Fei at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service at 18095969599
Working Hours:Monday to Sunday, 9:00-21:00
This Gobi Cruise luxury edition special train is not just a means of transportation but a moving ‘Xinjiang Cultural Museum.’ From the scorching heat of the Flaming Mountains to the coolness of Kanas, from the bustle of Kashgar Old City to the tranquility of Sayram Lake, the 13-day journey condenses the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang into one train. Whether it’s middle-aged and elderly tourists seeking comfort or young travelers wanting efficient sightseeing, everyone can find their own travel rhythm on this special train.
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