Xinjiang Tourism Special Train 13 Day Gobi Cruise Introduction Official Booking Website
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Gobi Cruise Special Train Ticket Center: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Slowly Travel Through Xinjiang by Train｜’Gobi Cruise’ 13-Day North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Special Train, See Mountains, Rivers, Lakes, and Deserts at a Different Pace
In the fast-paced era of travel, there are still people who choose to slow down—no rushing, no changing berths, no moving luggage. They use a customized special tourist train as a mobile home, traveling through the Tianshan Mountains. In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ special tourist train sets off again, using railways as the main route and bus connections as supplements, linking the essence of North and South Xinjiang’s landscapes like the Flaming Mountains, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, bringing comfort and ease back to the journey.
🌍 Route Highlights:An Immersive Journey Across Diverse Landscapes
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ does not actually sail on water, but borrows the name ‘cruise’ to imply stability, privacy, and comprehensive service like a ship. The special train uses a customized double-decker air-conditioned carriage, offering 4-person or 2-person soft and hard sleeper compartments depending on the cabin type. Berths are not changed throughout the journey, and large luggage can be stored on the train, greatly reducing travel burden.
The itinerary spans three major regions of Xinjiang: East, South, and North, covering:
Geological Wonders:Turpan’s Flaming Mountains, Aydingkol Lake (China’s lowest land point), and Keziliya Grand Canyon;
Highland Lakes:Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, and Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic’;
Grassland Secrets:Nalati Grassland and Bayanbulak (luxury version);
Cultural Districts:Kashgar Old City, Restan Street, and Huiyuan Ancient City;
Border Scenery:Colorful Beach Yardang landform, Hemu Village morning mist, and Ahe Highway autumn colors (seasonal);
Special Experiences:Ancient road hot springs, lavender garden photo ops (June blooming season), cold-water fish feast, and medicinal diet hotpot.
The entire journey uses a ‘train + short-distance bus’ combination, avoiding long-distance bus rides over 5,000 kilometers, making it especially suitable for tourists who value comfort and want an in-depth experience without fatigue.
🗓 Simple Itinerary (Presented strictly according to the local finalized text)
🌄 Slowly Travel Through Xinjiang by Train｜’Gobi Cruise’ 13-Day North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Special Train, See Mountains, Rivers, Lakes, and Deserts at a Different PaceBudget @ Gobi Cruise North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, 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 Iparhan 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 Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure
In the fast-paced era of travel, there are still people who choose to slow down—no rushing, no changing berths, no moving luggage. They use a customized special tourist train as a mobile home, traveling through the Tianshan Mountains. In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ special tourist train sets off again, using railways as the main route and bus connections as supplements, linking the essence of North and South Xinjiang’s landscapes like the Flaming Mountains, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, bringing comfort and ease back to the journey.Premium @ Gobi Cruise North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Well, 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 – Colorful Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – China Colorful Cotton Technology Park – Urumqi
🌍 Route Highlights: An Immersive Journey Across Diverse LandscapesDay 13:Urumqi – Departure
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Travel Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Luxury @ Gobi Cruise North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned 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
Day 4:Kashgar – White Sand 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
Day 10:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
The ‘Gobi Cruise’ does not actually sail on water, but borrows the name ‘cruise’ to imply stability, privacy, and comprehensive service like a ship. The special train uses a customized double-decker air-conditioned carriage, offering 4-person or 2-person soft and hard sleeper compartments depending on the cabin type. Berths are not changed throughout the journey, and large luggage can be stored on the train, greatly reducing travel burden.Day 11:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Colorful Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Nourishing 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.
💰 Price Explanation (Presented strictly according to the local finalized text)
Budget Version:
May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Room:Upper berth 2980 yuan/person, Middle berth 3980 yuan/person, Lower berth 4580 yuan/person
Double-Decker Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Compartment:Middle berth 3980 yuan/person, Lower berth 4580 yuan/person
Premium Version:
May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
(In May, Duku Highway is closed, alternative itinerary applies)
Double-Decker 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:Upper berth 7980 yuan/person, Lower berth 8980 yuan/person
The itinerary spans three major regions of Xinjiang: East, South, and North, covering:Luxury Version:
May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
(In May, Duku Highway is closed, change to flight from Kuqa to Nalati/Yining)
Double-Decker 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:19800 yuan/person
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific fees, availability, and cabin arrangements are subject to the signed travel contract and may vary with departure dates.
📞 Registration Method
You can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:18095969599
(Address information, please consult customer service directly)
ℹ Fee and Service Description
Fees typically include:Local pick-up and drop-off in Urumqi, full accommodation (hotel standards vary by cabin type), first admission tickets to listed attractions, special train berths, some specialty meals (e.g., fruit feast, cold-water fish feast), guide service, and tourist bus transfers.
Not included:Round-trip transportation from departure to Urumqi, personal expenses, voluntary self-funded items (if incurred, shared room or supplement can be arranged through negotiation).
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, subject to actual consultation and signed contract. Complimentary items in the itinerary (e.g., ethnic costume photos, dried fruit gift packs) canceled due to force majeure will not be refunded in cash. Thank you for your understanding.
This ‘Gobi Cruise’ is not a superficial tour, but a journey to measure vastness with wheels and settle scenery with time. Whether you are a first-time visitor to Xinjiang or a returning friend, you can find your own rhythm and emotion in these 13 days.
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