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【Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train】How to buy tickets and book the 2026 Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train?
For the 2026 Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-designated professional and official channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 Many friends, when they think of the “Xinjiang Special Train,” imagine “long-distance hard seats and bumpy travel.” But this “Gobi Cruise · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train” is a mobile hotel designed entirely for seniors who prefer a slow pace. It features “night travel, daytime sightseeing,” allowing you to rest on a comfortable berth and wake up at a new destination, saving you the hassle of frequently changing hotels and carrying luggage.
The train uses air-conditioned carriages with a relatively quiet environment, suitable for rest. Along the way, it connects Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Ili, Kanas, Beitun, Tianchi Lake and other places, linking the representative scenery and cultural charm of both southern and northern Xinjiang. For travelers who want to see the highlights of Xinjiang in one trip but worry about the fatigue of travel, this approach is more friendly.
🛌 This special train offers a variety of seating options. You can choose based on your budget and preferences, with different seats varying in space, facilities, and privacy.
1. Huixiang@Gobi Cruise (Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Compartment)
Layout:Three-tier berths (upper, middle, lower) with relatively compact space, suitable for travelers who value cost-effectiveness.
Facilities:Equipped with air conditioning, lighting, and reading lights. The carriage has shared washing areas.
Suitable for:Travelers with a limited budget, or those accustomed to staying with family and friends who do not require high privacy.
2. Huixiang@Gobi Cruise (Double-Deck Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Compartment)
Layout:Upper and lower berths, four people per room, with more space than the 6-bed room.
Facilities:Also equipped with air conditioning and lighting. The compartment is relatively private and quieter.
Suitable for:Travelers who wish to share a compartment while balancing cost-effectiveness and comfort.
3. Zunxiang@Gobi Cruise (Double-Deck 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment)
Layout:Upper and lower berths, four people per room, with wider berths and more comfortable mattresses and pillows.
🚂 Many friends, when they think of the “Xinjiang Special Train,” imagine “long-distance hard seats and bumpy travel.” But this “Gobi Cruise · Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train” is a mobile hotel designed entirely for seniors who prefer a slow pace. It features “night travel, daytime sightseeing,” allowing you to rest on a comfortable berth and wake up at a new destination, saving you the hassle of frequently changing hotels and carrying luggage.Facilities:The carriage has better overall configuration, usually with lighting and reading lights, and a quieter environment.
Suitable for:Travelers with higher requirements for sleep and comfort.
4. Shexiang@Gobi Cruise (Double-Deck 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment)
Layout:Upper and lower berths, two people per room, with strong privacy and spacious interiors.
Facilities:The carriage configuration is the most prominent among the options, with comfortable berths and a quiet overall environment.
Suitable for:Travelers with a generous budget who seek a high-quality, private experience.
✨ Compared with ordinary group tours, this special train pays more attention to the actual needs of seniors in terms of service details and itinerary arrangements.
🚌 Hassle-free transportation:Adopts a “train follows passengers” model, traveling at night and sightseeing during the day. Large luggage can be stored in the carriage without daily carrying, which is very considerate of your physical strength.
🏨 Comfortable accommodation:The entire trip is mainly on special train sleeper berths, avoiding the rush of changing hotels. Upon arriving in cities, local hotel accommodation is also arranged to ensure quality rest.
📸 Reasonable itinerary:The itinerary is designed with the pace of seniors in mind. Daily travel time and sightseeing time are relatively relaxed, with ample time reserved for photos and rest, avoiding a “quick glance” experience.
🥗 Elderly-friendly dining:Meals are arranged with a focus on light, easy-to-digest food, taking into account seniors’ dietary habits. Drinking water is also provided on the special train for easy access.
🛡 ️ Safety guarantee:Tour guides and onboard doctors are usually provided to handle unexpected situations during the trip. Regular travel agencies also purchase travel accident insurance for tourists, adding an extra layer of protection.
🗺 ️ Brief itinerary for the 13-day Huixiang@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
The train uses air-conditioned carriages with a relatively quiet environment, suitable for rest. Along the way, it connects Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, Ili, Kanas, Beitun, Tianchi Lake and other places, linking the representative scenery and cultural charm of both southern and northern Xinjiang. For travelers who want to see the highlights of Xinjiang in one trip but worry about the fatigue of travel, this approach is more friendly.Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Irrigation System, 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 – Tiemenguan Pass – Korla – Yining
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Scenic Area – Xinyuan County
Day 8:Xinyuan County – Xinjiang Yipaerhan Lavender Sightseeing Garden – Huiyuan Ancient City – Sayram Lake – Shuanghe
Day 9:Shuanghe – Strange Rock Valley – Ancient Road Hot Springs – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Kanas – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianchi Lake – China Color Cotton Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure point
🗺 ️ Brief itinerary for the 13-day Zunxiang@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
🛌 This special train offers a variety of seating options. You can choose based on your budget and preferences, with different seats varying in space, facilities, and privacy.Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains, Karez Irrigation System, 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 – Tiemenguan 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 Rock Valley – Ancient Road Hot Springs – Jinghe – Beitun
Official registration channel: Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Day 10:Beitun – Kanas – Rainbow Beach – Burqin
Day 11:Burqin – Hemu – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianchi Lake – China Color Cotton Technology Park – Urumqi
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure point
🗺 ️ Brief itinerary for the 13-day Shexiang@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train:
Day 1:Departure point – Urumqi
1. Huixiang@Gobi Cruise (Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Compartment)Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan (Flaming Mountains – Karez Irrigation System – 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, upgraded to a flight from Kuqa to Yining or Nalati)
Day 7:Nalati Town – Nalati Scenic Area – Kokdala/Yining City
(In late May: Yining or Nalati – Nalati Grassland – Kokdala City/Yining City)
Day 8:Kokdala/Yining – Sayram Lake – Bole/Shuanghe
Day 9:Bole/Shuanghe – Strange Rock Valley – Ancient Road Hot Springs – Jinghe – Beitun
Day 10:Beitun – Ahe Highway – Hemu Scenic Area
Day 11:Hemu – Kanas Scenic Area – Rainbow Beach – Beitun – Urumqi
Day 12:Urumqi – Tianchi Lake – Color Cotton Technology Park (Herbal Tonic Health Hotpot)
Day 13:Urumqi – Departure point
Layout: Three-tier berths (upper, middle, lower) with relatively compact space, suitable for travelers who value cost-effectiveness.📅 2026 Departure Dates and Price Information
This special train offers multiple departures throughout the year, with more frequent departures during peak tourist seasons to accommodate travel plans at different times. Prices per person vary by seating type and departure date, with reference price ranges for each berth and compartment category.
Departure Dates
May 20, June 13, July 7, July 31, August 24, September 17
💰 Huixiang@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train 13-Day Tour
Hard Sleeper 6-Bed Compartment:Upper berth 2980 RMB/person, middle berth 3980 RMB/person, lower berth 4580 RMB/person
Double-Deck Hard Sleeper 4-Bed Compartment:Middle berth 3980 RMB/person, lower berth 4580 RMB/person
💎 Zunxiang@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train 13-Day Tour
Double-Deck 4-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:Upper berth 7980 RMB/person, lower berth 8980 RMB/person
*Note:In May, the Duku Highway is not open; an alternate itinerary will be used*
👑 Shexiang@Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train 13-Day Tour
Double-Deck 2-Bed Soft Sleeper Compartment:19800 RMB/person
*Note:In May, the Duku Highway is not open; a flight from Kuqa to Nalati/Yining will be arranged*
Warm Reminder
Facilities: Equipped with air conditioning, lighting, and reading lights. The carriage has shared washing areas. The above are reference prices. Actual prices may vary slightly with season, room type, and departure date. Please refer to the contract signed with the travel agency for the final price.
📞 How to Book and Register
If you want to board the Gobi Cruise special train, here is a ticket-booking guide. Related tourism products are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. You can contact Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to learn about product schedules, itineraries, and complete your booking.
1. Contact for consultation: Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409. Learn about the detailed itinerary, berth and room types, reference prices, and departure schedules.
2. Choose a product: Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure date and berth/room type on the special train.
3. Submit information: Provide basic identification information such as traveler names and valid ID numbers for travel registration and berth reservation.
4. Complete procedures: Pay the travel booking deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, receive the payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic tourism service supervision contract to complete the booking process.
From June to September each year, travel demand is high, and seats on popular long-distance special train routes are relatively tight. It is recommended to check the itinerary schedule as early as possible and pay a deposit to secure your preferred seat. Bookings can be made through Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Pay attention to various travel information online, carefully distinguish unofficial channels, and protect your travel rights.
📋 Cost and Service Information
The services included in the Gobi Cruise special train itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including transportation, basic accommodation, sightseeing support, and other related services within the itinerary. Personal voluntary spending items and optional experience items are not included.
Cost includes:Typically covers special train sleeper tickets, hotel accommodation in some cities, admission tickets and shuttle buses for designated scenic spots in the itinerary, tourist buses, tour guide services, and travel accident insurance.
Cost excludes:Voluntary activities such as horse riding and boat rides, as well as meals not mentioned in the itinerary and personal expenses.
Warm reminder:All itinerary service details, fee standards, and included benefits are subject to the terms agreed upon by both parties in the contract. All travel-related rights and fees are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. For more details, please contact customer service for a detailed explanation.
🌅 One special train puts “home” on the rails and leaves the scenery outside the window. The Gobi Cruise Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Air-Conditioned Tourism Special Train takes 13 days to accompany you slowly, letting you take in the snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities of Xinjiang and store them all in your memory.
If you are looking for a worry-free and comfortable long-distance Xinjiang trip for your parents or yourself, consider adding this route to your list. To learn about the latest departure dates, available seats, and prices, feel free to contact Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center at any time, and let him plan a safe and pleasant Xinjiang journey for you.
For the 2026 Xinjiang Sunset Red Special Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-designated professional and official channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms like 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai Zi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
