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 scenic spots in Xinjiang by train, which is both comfortable and convenient, providing them with an unforgettable trip. The 2025 Xinjiang Sunset Red Xinjiang Tourist Train / North-South Xinjiang Tourist Train has been launched, with dedicated berths on the train, allowing the train to follow the passengers, so there is no need to frequently carry large luggage, allowing you to enjoy the stunning scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang while lying down. For more information about Xinjiang tourist trains, such as the Gobi Cruise, New Western Train, Tianshan Train, and other official booking centers for Xinjiang train tours, please contact: Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). Comprehensive coverage of essential scenic spots:
Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Kaner Wells, Flaming Mountains, Grape Valley, Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Kuqa王府, Sleeping Hu Yang, Desert Gate, 359th Brigade Memorial Hall, Kashgar Old Town, Id Kah Mosque, Karakul Lake, Military Reclamation Museum, Zhou Enlai Monument, Duku Highway (North Section), Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Lavender Manor, Mysterious Rock Valley, Ancient Path Hot Springs, 185 Regiment White Sand Lake, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and other essential scenic spots in both northern and southern Xinjiang, all covered without regret.
Gobi Cruise Xinjiang Tourist Train Itinerary:
Day 1: Destination – Urumqi (Station Pickup)
Day 2: Urumqi – Tianshan Heavenly Lake – Turpan
Day 3: Turpan – Flaming Mountains – Kaner Wells – Grape Valley – Kuqa
Day 4: Kuqa – Kuqa Grand Canyon – Kuqa王府 – Sleeping Hu Yang – Alar
Day 5: Alar – Desert Gate – 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 tourist train arrives in Shihezi at noon – Military Reclamation Museum – Zhou Enlai Monument – Shihezi Meeting
Day 9: Shihezi – Duku North Section – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan
Day 10: Xinyuan – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 11: Bole/Shuanghe – Ancient Path Hot Springs – Mysterious Rock Valley – Bole – Beitun
Day 12: Beitun – West Sea Scenic Area – 185 Regiment White Sand Lake – Habahe/185 Regiment
Day 13: Habahe – Kanas – Burqin/Chongping’er
Day 14: Jiadengyu/Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 15: Urumqi – Departure (Station Transfer) Gobi Cruise Xinjiang Tourist Train Schedule and Fares:
I. Budget-friendly – 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 12/25; June 8/22; July 6/20; August 3/17/31; September 14/28
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 12/25; June 8/22; July 6/20; August 3/17/31; September 14/28
III. Gobi Cruise @ 11-day Circular Tour of Northern Xinjiang
A comprehensive coverage of the best attractions in northern Xinjiang
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 16, 29; June 12/26; July 10/24; August 7/21; September 4/18, October 2
IV. Gobi Cruise @ 9-day Circular Tour of Southern Xinjiang
A 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 12/25; June 8/22; July 6/20; August 3/17/31; September 14/28. Xinjiang Tourist Train New Western Train Products:
[New Western Train] 15-day In-depth Circular Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang (Exclusive)
Starting and Ending City of Xinjiang Tourist Train: Xinjiang · Urumqi City
New Western Train Departure Dates:
April 19; May 2, 16, 30; June 13, 27;
July 11, 26; August 8, 22; September 5, 19
New Western Train Fee Standards:
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 Heavenly Lake – Turpan
Day 3: Urumqi/Turpan – karez Wells – Grape Valley – Flaming Mountain – Hotan
Day 4: Crossing the He-Ruo Railway – Hotan – Round City – Yotegan Ancient City – Hotan Night Market – Kashgar
Day 5: Kashgar – White Sand 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 Hu Yang Forest – Alar
Day 8: Alar – Desert Gate – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kuqa王府 (王府 is a place name, translates directly) – Kuqa
Day 9: Kuqa – Southern Section of the Duku Highway – Bayanbulak – Travel Photography – Nalati
Day 10: Nalati Scenic Area – Lavender – Yining
Day 11: Yining – Huiyuan Ancient City – Horgos Port – Sayram Lake – Jinghe/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 Ship double-decker online ticket booking process and booking precautions:
1. Since the Gobi Cruise Ship is a customized tourist train, it is recommended to book tickets through official travel agencies cooperating with the railway bureau, such as Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and other designated formal travel agency channels. It is recommended to call the official booking center of the Gobi Cruise Ship of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for consultation and booking: Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information). 2. The Gobi Cruise Ship does not sell train tickets separately. They need to be booked together with tourism products. When booking, 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 Xinjiang tourism and different travel dates. Choose a suitable 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 for national tourism service supervision, and complete the registration. Since the Gobi Cruise Ship belongs to a customized tourist train with regular departures, there are only 2 trains per month and 11 trains per year. It is recommended to book in advance to avoid affecting your travel plans. Due to the scarcity of Gobi Cruise Ship tickets, based on sales and booking situations in the past two years, it is recommended to consult customer service in advance for detailed itinerary arrangements and fees to better plan your trip. Overview of the unique highlights of the Xinjiang Gobi Cruise Ship tourist train:
1. Featuring special double-decker sleeper carriages with cozy six-person or four-person compartments, there is no need to change berths throughout the journey. The carriages move along with the passengers’ itinerary.
2. Enjoy 24/7 uninterrupted pick-up and drop-off services at train stations and airports, seamlessly connecting your journey.
3. Specially arranged small vehicles to traverse the northern section of the Duku Highway, explore ancient trails, and experience the relaxation and warmth of hot springs.
4. Carefully selected local three-star or three-diamond hotels to ensure the quality and comfort of your accommodation.
5. The entire trip includes 20 formal meals, each consisting of eight dishes and one soup, with ten people sitting around one table. Special recommendations include local specialty cuisine—cold water fish feasts.
6. Prepare special souvenirs for each passenger: exclusive national flower hats for men, Aidilai silk scarves for women, and an opportunity to taste authentic Xinjiang dried fruits. Pre-sales for the 2025 Xinjiang Sunset Red Tourist Train have already started, and seats for some departure dates are limited. Passengers who are interested are reminded to seize the moment and book as early as possible to avoid missing this unforgettable journey through both southern and northern Xinjiang. For more information about Xinjiang tourist trains, such as the Gobi Cruise Ship, New Western Train, Tianshan Train, and other official booking center hotlines for Xinjiang train tours: Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information).