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Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Gobi Cruise Special Train Ticket Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969599 (Copy to add friends for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 2026 Gobi Cruise Luxury Edition Special Train 13-Day Tour:Slow travel through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, immersing in the poetic landscape of the Silk Road
On the vast land of Xinjiang, railways not only connect cities but also link the poetic chapters of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities. In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train is upgraded to the ‘Luxury Edition,’ featuring a double-deck soft sleeper two-person cabin design, offering a leisurely travel style for those seeking privacy and comfort—disembark during the day to explore attractions, sleep peacefully in the stable carriage at night, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within the painting.’
🌄 In-depth Experience of Routes and Destinations
This 13-day itinerary spans Southern and Northern Xinjiang, covering the Turpan Basin, the edge oases of the Tarim Basin, the eastern edge of the Pamir Plateau, the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains, and the foothills of the Altai Mountains. It is a panoramic route integrating natural wonders, historical relics, and modern ecology.
Turpan Section:Explore the scorching terrain of the Flaming Mountains, the millennium-old Karez underground irrigation system, and Ayding Lake, the lowest point in China’s land, experiencing the unique survival wisdom of arid regions.
Kashgar Area:Stroll through the alleys of Kashgar’s old city, gaze at the reflection of Muztagh Ata in Karakul Lake and白沙湖, visit the Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall and the surroundings of Id Kah Mosque, experiencing the daily texture of multicultural integration.
Duku Highway (from June): As Xinjiang’s most legendary scenic highway, the Duku Highway runs through the northern and southern Tianshan Mountains. The Luxury Edition will take the southern section of Duku (Kuqa—Bayanbulak—Nalati) for tours starting in June and later, traversing canyons, grasslands, and snow peaks; for May, due to the road not being open, a flight from Kuqa to Yining or Nalati will be arranged to ensure itinerary continuity.
Yili River Valley:Visit the lavender garden (blooming period depends on climate), Huiyuan Ancient City, and a round-trip tour of Sayram Lake, fully experiencing the warmth and vastness of the ‘Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall.’

🚂 2026 Gobi Cruise Luxury Edition Special Train 13-Day Tour: Slow travel through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, immersing in the poetic landscape of the Silk RoadAltay Region:Enter the Hemu Scenic Area via the Ahe Highway, then visit Kanas Lake and the五彩滩, with layers of forests in autumn and lush meadows in summer, each season offering a different charm.
Return to Urumqi:Climb Tianshan Tianchi to see the reflection of snow-capped mountains; visit the China Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park to learn about Xinjiang’s specialty agricultural achievements.
Throughout the journey, leverage the mobile accommodation advantage of the special train to reduce fatigue from long car rides, allowing tourists to focus on the scenery itself.
📅 Luxury@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour Brief Itinerary:
Day 1:Departure – 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 -白沙湖 – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 5:Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Old City – Id Kah – Kashgar – Kuqa

On the vast land of Xinjiang, railways not only connect cities but also link the poetic chapters of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities. In 2026, the ‘Gobi Cruise’ tourist special train is upgraded to the ‘Luxury Edition,’ featuring a double-deck soft sleeper two-person cabin design, offering a leisurely travel style for those seeking privacy and comfort—disembark during the day to explore attractions, sleep peacefully in the stable carriage at night, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within the painting.’Day 6:Kuqa – Southern Section of Duku – Bayanbulak – Nalati Town
(If the southern section of Duku 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 -五彩滩 – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Colorful Cotton Science and Technology Park (Medicinal Diet Health Hot Pot)

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy to add friends for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 In-depth Experience of Routes and DestinationsDay 13:Urumqi – Departure
> Note:In actual travel, if encountering force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area opening policies, both parties can negotiate to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
💰 Price Explanation (2026 Latest Tour Dates and Fees)
Luxury@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-conditioned Special Train 13-Day Tour
Tour Dates:May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
(In May, Duku is not open, changed to flight from Kuqa to Nalati/Yining)
Seat Type:Double-deck 2-person soft sleeper cabin
Price:19800 RMB/person

This 13-day itinerary spans Southern and Northern Xinjiang, covering the Turpan Basin, the edge oases of the Tarim Basin, the eastern edge of the Pamir Plateau, the hinterland of the Tianshan Mountains, and the foothills of the Altai Mountains. It is a panoramic route integrating natural wonders, historical relics, and modern ecology.The above price is the current reference price. The specific fee is subject to the signed contract and may fluctuate due to factors such as tour dates and cabin availability. It is recommended to consult in advance for confirmation.
📞 Registration Method
This route can be registered and consulted through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:18095969599 (Copy to add friends to get free detailed itinerary information and real-time seat availability)
ℹ️ Fee Inclusion and Service Description
Fees usually include:
Full-trip air-conditioned special train hard sleeper/soft sleeper berth (according to selected tier)
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary

Turpan Section: Explore the scorching terrain of the Flaming Mountains, the millennium-old Karez underground irrigation system, and Ayding Lake, the lowest point in China’s land, experiencing the unique survival wisdom of arid regions. Local transportation connections (vehicle use between scenic spots after arriving at the special train station)
Some meals (such as the medicinal diet health hot pot on Day 12)
Tour guide service
Excluded items include:Personal expenses, some main meals, self-funded items within scenic spots, single room supplement (if choosing to use a cabin alone, a supplement is required), etc.
Special Note:The carriage has public activity areas and handrail facilities. Some tour dates may arrange special activities such as ethnic song and dance performances, travel photo costume changes, and hot spring experiences (specific arrangements subject to actual itinerary).
All service details, cancellation and change policies, and liability allocation are based on the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations, subject to actual consultation and contract content.
🌿 Warm Reminder
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring a windproof jacket and comfortable hiking shoes; some high-altitude areas (such as Karakul Lake and Tianshan Tianchi) require moderate activity. The itinerary involves multiple ecological protection areas, please comply with environmental regulations and travel civilly.
The Duku Highway is expected to fully open on May 31, 2026, so tours departing in June and later can fully experience the magnificent scenery of this section; although the May tour cannot pass through Duku, air connections ensure coverage of core attractions without affecting the overall travel logic.
This ‘Gobi Cruise’ luxury journey is not about rushing, but about arriving—arriving at the depths of the scenery and also at inner relaxation. If you yearn for a slow-paced, well-serviced, and broad-view panoramic tour of Xinjiang, feel free to call Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (18095969599) for more details.
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