Gobi Cruise Tourist Train Route Prices and Official Registration Channel
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🚂 Gobi Cruise Tourism Special Train:A panoramic railway journey through Xinjiang at a slow pace
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities intertwine to form a magnificent picture. In 2026, the “Gobi Cruise” tourism special train, with its double-decker air-conditioned carriages and a design that keeps the same berth throughout the journey, connects the natural scenery and cultural landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang, offering travelers a relaxing and immersive travel experience. Unlike traditional bus tours that require frequent transfers and luggage handling, this special train allows passengers to sleep in the same berth for the entire trip, visit key attractions during the day, and fall asleep to the rhythm of the train tracks at night, truly realizing the concept of “lying down and touring Xinjiang.”
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights
The “Gobi Cruise” special train spans the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, covering the cultural belt of Kashgar and Kuqa in southern Xinjiang, as well as the Ili River Valley and Altay ecological zone in northern Xinjiang, allowing travelers to experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes in a single trip:
Turpan Basin:Explore the scorching terrain of the Flaming Mountains, the millennium-old Karez irrigation system miracle, and Aydingkol Lake, the lowest point in China’s land;
Southern Xinjiang Cultural Corridor:Stroll through the streets of Kashgar’s old city, gaze at Karakul Lake at the foot of Muztagh Ata, and feel the historical charm of this important Silk Road town;
Ili River Valley Scenic Belt:Pass through a lavender sightseeing garden (peak bloom from June to July), visit Huiyuan Ancient City, the former residence of the Qing Dynasty’s Ili General, and circle Sayram Lake, known as the “last tear of the Atlantic Ocean”;
Northern Xinjiang Ecological Wonderland:Enter the Hemu scenic area via the Ahe Highway and stay in a Tuva village; visit Kanas Lake and the Rainbow Beach, experiencing the changing colors of the Altai Mountains across the seasons;
Tianshan Hinterland Finale:On the return trip, enjoy a day tour of Heavenly Lake Tianshan, with snow-capped mountains reflected in the clear lake and pine forests surrounding it, offering magnificent scenery.
The entire journey uses the railway as the main mode of transport, with short-distance bus transfers between scenic spots to avoid fatigue from long car rides. The tour is accompanied by professional guides, and the daily itinerary is well-paced, balancing cultural explanations and rest.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Presented as per the original product level)
Brief Itinerary for the 13-Day Enjoyable@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
🚂 Gobi Cruise Tourism Special Train: A panoramic railway journey through Xinjiang at a slow paceDay 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez, 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 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 – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake Tianshan – China Colorful Cotton Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure point
Brief Itinerary for the 13-Day Premium@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train:
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities intertwine to form a magnificent picture. In 2026, the “Gobi Cruise” tourism special train, with its double-decker air-conditioned carriages and a design that keeps the same berth throughout the journey, connects the natural scenery and cultural landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang, offering travelers a relaxing and immersive travel experience. Unlike traditional bus tours that require frequent transfers and luggage handling, this special train allows passengers to sleep in the same berth for the entire trip, visit key attractions during the day, and fall asleep to the rhythm of the train tracks at night, truly realizing the concept of “lying down and touring Xinjiang.”Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez, 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 – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake Tianshan – China Colorful Cotton Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure point
Our agency offers a variety of travel options for everyone, including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car services. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (Copy and add as a friend for detailed consultation on Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
🌄 Route and Destination HighlightsBrief Itinerary for the 13-Day Luxury@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains – Karez – Grape Valley) – Kuqa
Day 3:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Restan Street – (Special train) – Kashgar
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 – 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” special train spans the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, covering the cultural belt of Kashgar and Kuqa in southern Xinjiang, as well as the Ili River Valley and Altay ecological zone in northern Xinjiang, allowing travelers to experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes in a single trip:Day 11:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake Tianshan – Colorful Cotton Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hot Pot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure point
> Note:The specific itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and policies, subject to mutual agreement between both parties.
💰 Price Explanation (Latest 2026 Tour Dates and Quotes)
Departure dates are unified as:
May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
Enjoyable Edition:
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
Premium Edition:
Double-decker 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:Upper berth: 7980 RMB/person, Lower berth: 8980 RMB/person
(Note:If the Duku Highway is not open in May, the itinerary will be changed to an alternative route)
Turpan Basin: Explore the scorching terrain of the Flaming Mountains, the millennium-old Karez irrigation system miracle, and Aydingkol Lake, the lowest point in China’s land;Luxury Edition:
Double-decker 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Cabin:19800 RMB/person
(Note:If the southern section of Duku Highway is not open in late May, upgrade to a flight from Kuqa to Yining or Nalati)
> The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may vary depending on the tour date, berth type, and services included. The final price is subject to the signed tourism contract between both parties.
📞 Registration Method
You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Phone:181-3962-2233
💬 WeChat:181-3962-2233 (Please note “Gobi Cruise Inquiry” when adding)
📍 For address information, please contact customer service directly.
ℹ️ Fees and Services Description
Fees typically include: Round-trip hard sleeper train tickets from provincial capital cities to Urumqi (berths assigned randomly), accommodation on the special train throughout the journey (same berth), entrance fees to listed attractions as per the itinerary, local transfer transportation, some specialty meals (such as big plate chicken, cold-water fish feast, etc.), tour guide services, and onboard staff support.
Excluded items include:Transportation from the departure point to the provincial capital city, personal expenses, optional self-funded activities, single room supplement, etc. For solo travelers, our agency will try to arrange shared accommodation; special cases will be discussed separately.
> All service details, cancellation policies, and itinerary arrangements are subject to the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and relevant regulations, with specifics based on actual consultation and signed contracts.
This “land cruise” is not just a trip but an immersive dialogue between culture and nature. Whether you are a first-time visitor to Xinjiang or a returning friend, you can find your own Xinjiang memories in the rhythm of the wheels and scenery.
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please consult customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as a friend to receive a free detailed itinerary and train introduction)
