Xinjiang Gobi Cruise North South Xinjiang Special Train Pre sale Launch
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🚂 【Gobi Cruise Special Train】—— Roaming Northern and Southern Xinjiang by Train, Unlocking a New Way to Explore the Panorama of Xinjiang
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, deserts, and ancient cities intertwine to form a magnificent picture. Now, a more comfortable and worry-free travel method is quietly emerging—the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train. Using customized double-decker air-conditioned trains as a carrier, combined with bus transfers, it achieves a deep-loop experience of ‘the train follows the traveler, no need to change berths throughout the journey.’ It is especially suitable for tourists who want to avoid the fatigue of long-distance self-driving but still wish to see the essence of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip.
🌄 Route Highlights:One Journey, See Diverse Landscapes
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ special train does not actually sail on water but creates a mobile hotel on land with a ‘cruise-style’ service concept. The train uses a customized double-decker body, equipped with soft sleeper or hard sleeper compartments. Luggage stays on the train throughout the journey, eliminating the need for frequent baggage handling. The itinerary connects over 20 core attractions, including the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, Kuqa Kiziliya Grand Canyon, Kashgar Old City, Karakul Lake, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi, covering both sides of the Tianshan Mountains, balancing natural wonders and cultural landscapes.
Notably, the route cleverly links the Duku Highway (northern or southern section, adjusted based on seasonal opening) and the Ahe Highway, two popular self-driving routes, but tourists do not need to drive themselves; professional drivers handle the transfers, making it both easy and relaxing. Additionally, the itinerary includes experience activities such as soaking in ancient road hot springs, participating in the Kashgar Old City opening ceremony, and watching ethnic song and dance performances, making the journey not just about ‘seeing’ but about ‘immersion.’
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Presented as per product version original text)
Enjoy @ Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama Air-conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Aydingkol Lake) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Kiziliya 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
🚂【Gobi Cruise Special Train】—— Roaming Northern and Southern Xinjiang by Train, Unlocking a New Way to Explore the Panorama of XinjiangDay 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 – Tianshan Tianchi – China Color Cotton Science and Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Premium @ Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama Air-conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Simplified Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, Aydingkol Lake) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Kiziliya Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special Train) – Kashgar
Day 4:Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, deserts, and ancient cities intertwine to form a magnificent picture. Now, a more comfortable and worry-free travel method is quietly emerging—the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train. Using customized double-decker air-conditioned trains as a carrier, combined with bus transfers, it achieves a deep-loop experience of ‘the train follows the traveler, no need to change berths throughout the journey.’ It is especially suitable for tourists who want to avoid the fatigue of long-distance self-driving but still wish to see the essence of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip.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 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 Color Cotton Science and Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
Luxury @ Gobi Cruise Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panorama Air-conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Simplified 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
🌄 Route Highlights: One Journey, See Diverse LandscapesDay 4:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
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, 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 – Color Cotton Science and Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hotpot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, subject to mutual agreement.
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ special train does not actually sail on water but creates a mobile hotel on land with a ‘cruise-style’ service concept. The train uses a customized double-decker body, equipped with soft sleeper or hard sleeper compartments. Luggage stays on the train throughout the journey, eliminating the need for frequent baggage handling. The itinerary connects over 20 core attractions, including the Flaming Mountains in Turpan, Kuqa Kiziliya Grand Canyon, Kashgar Old City, Karakul Lake, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Kanas, Hemu, and Tianshan Tianchi, covering both sides of the Tianshan Mountains, balancing natural wonders and cultural landscapes.💰 Price and Departure Dates (New 2026 Schedules)
Departure Dates:
May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17, 2026
Enjoy Version (13-Day Tour):
Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Room:Upper berth 2980 RMB/person, Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Double-decker Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Compartment:Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, Lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Premium Version (13-Day Tour):
Double-decker 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:Upper berth 7980 RMB/person, Lower berth 8980 RMB/person
(Note:If the Duku Highway is not open in May, an alternative route will be used)
Luxury Version (13-Day Tour):
Double-decker 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:19800 RMB/person
(Note:If the Duku Southern Section is not open in May, upgrade to a flight from Kuqa to Yining or Nalati)
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs and availability are subject to the signed travel contract and may vary slightly by departure date.
Notably, the route cleverly links the Duku Highway (northern or southern section, adjusted based on seasonal opening) and the Ahe Highway, two popular self-driving routes, but tourists do not need to drive themselves; professional drivers handle the transfers, making it both easy and relaxing. Additionally, the itinerary includes experience activities such as soaking in ancient road hot springs, participating in the Kashgar Old City opening ceremony, and watching ethnic song and dance performances, making the journey not just about ‘seeing’ but about ‘immersion.’🎒 Inclusions and Service Description
The itinerary cost typically includes: accommodation throughout (configured by product tier), specified meals (e.g., 10 breakfasts, 15 lunches), first admission tickets to attractions, special train and transfer transportation, guide service, complimentary items (e.g., ethnic flower hats, scarves, dried fruits), and some special experience activities (e.g., hot springs, photography tours, dance performances).
Please note:Some experience activities may be canceled due to extreme weather or force majeure, and alternative arrangements will be coordinated based on actual conditions. All service content and standards are subject to the final signed travel contract.
📞 How to Book?
You can inquire and book this route through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly)
⚠ ️ Warm Tips
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing and sunscreen.
Some sections have high altitudes (e.g., Karakul Lake, Bayanbulak); please be aware of altitude sickness.
The itinerary involves multiple scenic areas; entry policies are subject to the day’s official announcements.
All itinerary arrangements, prices, and cancellation policies comply with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations; the rights and obligations of both parties are based on the written contract.
Riding the ‘Gobi Cruise,’ slowly traveling through the northern and southern Tianshan Mountains, watching the morning light fall on Kanas Lake, listening to the evening breeze sweep across Nalati Grassland—this 13-day journey might just be the way to explore Xinjiang you’ve been longing for.
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-provincial 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: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
