Xinjiang, this vast land, holds countless desirable natural landscapes and cultural relics. For many middle-aged and elderly tourists, the Xinjiang Sunset Red Train is undoubtedly a dreamlike travel experience. This travel mode designed specifically for middle-aged and elderly tourists visits various attractions in Xinjiang by train, which is both comfortable and convenient, providing them with an unforgettable trip. The 2025 Xinjiang Sunset Red Xinjiang Tourism Special Train/North-South Xinjiang Tourism Special Train has been launched, with dedicated berths on the train, allowing the train to follow the passengers, eliminating the need for frequent handling of large luggage, so you can enjoy the stunning scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang while lying down. For more information about Xinjiang Tourism Special Trains such as Gobi Cruise, New Western Train, Tianshan Train, and other official booking centers for Xinjiang train tours, please contact Maizi at 132 0133 3409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). Essential attractions fully covered:
Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Karez Well System, Flaming Mountain, Grape Valley, Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa王府 (Wangfu, palace), Sleeping Populus euphratica, Gate of the Desert, 359th Brigade Memorial Hall, Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, Karakul Lake, Junkeng Museum, Zhou Enlai Monument, Duku Highway (Northern Section), Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Lavender Manor, Monster Rock Valley, Ancient Road Hot Springs, 185th Regiment Baisha Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and other essential attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, all covered without regret.
Gobi Cruise Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Itinerary:
Day 1: Destination – Urumqi (meet at the station)
Day 2: Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – Turpan
Day 3: Turpan – Flaming Mountain – Karez Well System – Grape Valley – Kuqa
Day 4: Kuqa – Kuqa Grand Canyon – Kuqa王府 (王府, palace) – Sleeping Populus euphratica – Alar
Day 5: Alar – Gate of the Desert – 359th Brigade Memorial Hall – Aksu – Kashgar
Day 6: Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 7: Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Old Town – Id Kah Mosque – Kashgar – Shihezi
Day 8: The special train arrives in Shihezi at noon – Junkeng Museum – Zhou Enlai Monument – Shihezi Meeting
Day 9: Shihezi – Northern Section of Duku Highway – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan
Day 10: Xinyuan – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 11: Bole/Shuanghe – Ancient Road Hot Spring – Guishi Valley – Bole – Beitun
Day 12: Beitun – West Sea Scenic Area – 185th Regiment Baisha Lake – Habahe/185th Regiment
Day 13: Habahe – Kanas – Burqin/Chongping’er
Day 14: Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 15: Urumqi – Departure (transfer to airport/station). Gobi Cruise Xinjiang Tourist Train Schedules and Fares:
I. Value-for-Money – Blue Diamond @ Gobi Cruise 15 Days
6-person hard sleeper compartment, upper berth 4680 yuan/person
6-person hard sleeper compartment, middle berth 5280 yuan/person
6-person hard sleeper compartment, lower berth 5880 yuan/person
4-person hard sleeper compartment, upper berth 5280 yuan/person
4-person hard sleeper compartment, lower berth 5880 yuan/person
Departure Dates: May 12th/25th; June 8th/22nd; July 6th/20th; August 3rd/17th/31st; September 14th/28th
II. Exclusive – Silver Diamond @ Gobi Cruise Train 15 Days
3 nights at 5-star hotels + 4 nights at 4-diamond hotels + 2 nights at high-end homestays
4-person soft sleeper compartment, upper berth 13800 yuan/person
4-person soft sleeper compartment, lower berth 15800 yuan/person
Departure Dates: May 12th/25th; June 8th/22nd; July 6th/20th; August 3rd/17th/31st; September 14th/28th
III. Gobi Cruise @ 11-day Tour of Northern Xinjiang
Comprehensive coverage of Northern Xinjiang’s highlights
Special Offer: 6-person hard sleeper compartment, upper berth 3680 yuan/person
Special Offer: 4-person hard sleeper compartment, upper berth 3980 yuan/person
Special Offer: 4-person hard sleeper compartment, lower berth 4380 yuan/person
Departure Dates: May 16th, 29th; June 12th/26th; July 10th/24th; August 7th/21st; September 4th/18th; October 2nd
IV. Gobi Cruise @ 9-day Tour of Southern Xinjiang
Panoramic view of Southern Xinjiang
Special Offer: 6-person hard sleeper compartment, upper berth 3580 yuan/person
Special Offer: 4-person hard sleeper compartment, upper berth 3980 yuan/person
Special Offer: 4-person hard sleeper compartment, lower berth 4580 yuan/person
Departure Dates: May 12th/25th; June 8th/22nd; July 6th/20th; August 3rd/17th/31st; September 14th/28th. Xinjiang Tourist Train – New Western Train Products:
[New Western Train] 15-day In-depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Exclusive)
Starting and Ending City of Xinjiang Tourist Train: Xinjiang · Urumqi City
New Western Train Departure Dates:
April 19th; May 2nd, 16th, 30th; June 13th, 27th;
July 11th, 26th; August 8th, 22nd; September 5th, 19th
New Western Train Fee Schedule:
4-person national train compartment: Upper berth 13800 yuan/person, Lower berth 15800 yuan/person
New Western Train Schedule:
Day 1: Departure – Urumqi
Day 2: Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Turpan
Day 3: Urumqi/Turpan – Kanerjing – Grape Valley – Flaming Mountain – Hotan
Day 4: Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Hotan – Tuancheng – Yotegan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market – Kashgar
Day 5: Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 6: Kashgar – Hetian Jade Exhibition Hall – Old Town – Id Kah Mosque – Kashgar – Aksu
Day 7: Aksu – Daolang Tribe – 359th Brigade Memorial Hall – Sleeping Poplar – Alar
Day 8: Alar – Desert Gate – Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa Wangfu – Kuqa
Day 9: Kuqa – southern section of Duku Road – Bayinbuluke – Travel Photography – Nalati
Day 10: Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender – Yining
Day 11: Yining – Huiyuan Ancient City – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Jinghe South/Yining – Beitun
Day 12: Beitun – Kanas – Jiadengyu
Day 13: Jiadengyu/Heiliutan – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 14: Urumqi – Yema Ecological Park – Urumqi
Day 15: Arrive in Urumqi – departure place. Gobi Cruise Train double-deck online celebrity ticket booking process and booking precautions:
1. Since the Gobi Cruise Train is a customized tourist train, it is recommended to book tickets through official travel agencies cooperating with the railway bureau, such as Xinjiang Trekker International Travel Agency and other designated formal travel agency channels. It is recommended to call the official ticket booking center of the Gobi Cruise Train of Xinjiang Trekker International Travel Agency for consultation and reservation: Maizi 132 0133 3409 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and request detailed route information). 2. The Gobi Cruise Train does not sell train tickets separately and needs to be booked together with tourism products. When booking tickets, ID card information is required, and a unified electronic contract on the national tourism supervision platform needs to be signed.
3. Determine the specific price based on the travel date and selected route. Prices may vary due to the peak and off-peak seasons of tourism in Xinjiang and different travel dates; select the appropriate travel time and tourism product. 4. Provide your personal name and ID card number to customer service to confirm the departure time and tourism product. Prepay the train ticket deposit, sign the unified electronic contract of national tourism service supervision, and complete the registration. Since the Gobi Cruise Train is a customized tourist train that operates regularly with only 2 trains per month and 11 trains per year, it is recommended to book in advance to avoid affecting your travel. Due to the scarcity of tickets for the Gobi Cruise Train, based on sales and bookings in the past two years, it is recommended to consult customer service in advance to understand the detailed itinerary and cost, in order to better plan your trip. Overview of the unique highlights of the Xinjiang Gobi Cruise Train:
1. Special double-deck sleeper carriages with cozy compartments for 6 or 4 people. You don’t need to change your berth throughout the trip, and the carriages move with your itinerary.
2. Enjoy 24/7 pick-up and drop-off services at the train station and airport, seamlessly connecting your journey.
3. Specially arrange small vehicles to travel through the northern section of the Duku Road, explore ancient paths, and experience the relaxation and warmth of hot springs.
4. Carefully selected local three-star or three-diamond hotels to ensure your accommodation quality and comfort.
5. The whole trip includes 20 formal dinners, each with eight dishes and one soup, and ten people sit around one table. Specially recommend the local specialty cuisine—cold water fish banquet.
6. Prepare special souvenirs for each traveler: ethnic flower hats for men and Aidiles scarves for women, as well as the opportunity to taste authentic Xinjiang dried fruits.