Xinjiang Express Tourist Train How to Book and 2026 Price Itinerary
How to buy tickets and book the New Oriental Express? The 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourism special train must be booked through the official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center Manager Wang Fei (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, Service WeChat: xjwf10086). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
🚂 Traveling slowly through Xinjiang by train｜The New Oriental Express special train, embarking on an immersive journey across the Tianshan Mountains.
Want to see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and ancient cities all at once? In 2026, the ‘New Oriental Express’ tourism special train, with its unique ‘travel by day, sleep by night, one berth throughout’ model, offers tourists a deep travel experience with a relaxed pace and no luggage worries. No need to frequently change hotels or repeatedly pack luggage—focus on visiting key attractions during the day and sleep soundly in a comfortable carriage at night. This mobile vacation space crossing Xinjiang is becoming the ideal slow travel method for more and more people.
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train but a high-end tourism special train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and cultural experiences. The entire train features air-conditioned soft sleeper design, equipped with bathrooms, wet-dry separation, desks, wardrobes, and other facilities. Some carriages also have dedicated dining cars and leisure entertainment areas, with an overall atmosphere close to star-rated hotel standards.
The itinerary spans the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, connecting Keketuohai, Hemu Village, and Kanas Lake in the Altay region of northern Xinjiang, Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, the Pamir Plateau and Kashgar Ancient City in southern Xinjiang, and the Karez Well and Grape Manor in Turpan, eastern Xinjiang. It covers various terrain types such as mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and desert edges, with different seasonal scenery:
May to June:Grasslands turn green, wildflowers begin to bloom, and the climate is pleasant;
September:Northern Xinjiang’s autumn colors gradually spread, with layers of colorful forests;
October:Focus on the golden scenery of poplar forests in southern Xinjiang and the red date harvest season.
According to the 2026 Xinjiang Cultural and Tourism Department announcement, scenic spots including Bayanbulak, Kanas Fish Viewing Platform, and Tianshan Grand Canyon, which were previously closed seasonally, have gradually reopened since the end of April, highly matching the summer and autumn tour groups of the special train. All visiting points are legally open, well-equipped A-level scenic spots, and the itinerary design strictly follows local management regulations, not involving undeveloped areas or sensitive zones.
🗓 ️ Quick Itinerary Overview (Summer Version)
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
🚂 Traveling slowly through Xinjiang by train｜The New Oriental Express special train, embarking on an immersive journey across the Tianshan Mountains.Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
Want to see snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and ancient cities all at once? In 2026, the ‘New Oriental Express’ tourism special train, with its unique ‘travel by day, sleep by night, one berth throughout’ model, offers tourists a deep travel experience with a relaxed pace and no luggage worries. No need to frequently change hotels or repeatedly pack luggage—focus on visiting key attractions during the day and sleep soundly in a comfortable carriage at night. This mobile vacation space crossing Xinjiang is becoming the ideal slow travel method for more and more people.> Note:The October schedule will adopt a southern Xinjiang poplar forest theme itinerary, with specific arrangements subject to the actual departure notice.
💰 Prices and Tour Dates (2026 Latest Reference)
Departing June 1 and June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):67999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):62999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):56999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Persons:30000 RMB/person
Departing June 11 and June 25
Premium Gold Diamond:69999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:63999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:58999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Persons:30000 RMB/person
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and DestinationsDeparting September 3
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Premium Gold Diamond:71999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:65999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:59999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Persons:30000 RMB/person
Departing October 15 and October 25
Premium Gold Diamond:44999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:39999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:36999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Persons:20000 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary depending on schedule, room type, and group formation, and the final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train but a high-end tourism special train integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and cultural experiences. The entire train features air-conditioned soft sleeper design, equipped with bathrooms, wet-dry separation, desks, wardrobes, and other facilities. Some carriages also have dedicated dining cars and leisure entertainment areas, with an overall atmosphere close to star-rated hotel standards.You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
👩 💼 About Manager Wang Fei
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is a native of Xinjiang, deeply rooted in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the entire northern and southern Xinjiang travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs.
She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local customized car rentals, tourism special trains, and other travel options. She is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and avoidance strategies, capable of planning classic loops or customizing niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels in explaining Western Regions history and culture, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.
Wang Fei adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, rejecting hidden consumption, treating others sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys that match tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, allowing them to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
🧾 Cost Explanation
✅ Cost Includes:
Full special train transportation and carriage accommodation (according to selected room type)
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Three meals daily (including specialty dishes)
Full Chinese-speaking tour guide service
The itinerary spans the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, connecting Keketuohai, Hemu Village, and Kanas Lake in the Altay region of northern Xinjiang, Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, the Pamir Plateau and Kashgar Ancient City in southern Xinjiang, and the Karez Well and Grape Manor in Turpan, eastern Xinjiang. It covers various terrain types such as mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and desert edges, with different seasonal scenery: Travel accident insurance
❌ Cost Excludes:
Major transportation to and from Urumqi
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs, etc.)
Voluntary self-funded activities
Additional costs due to force majeure factors (e.g., weather, policy changes)
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. In case of special circumstances during the itinerary, both parties may agree to make reasonable changes to the visiting order or content.
📌 Warm Tips
The special train adopts an integrated ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + service’ package model, and train tickets are not sold separately; they cannot be purchased through platforms like 12306.
Carriages are equipped with constant temperature systems and bathrooms, suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly travelers, and those seeking comfortable travel.
It is recommended to inquire about availability in advance, as popular schedules (e.g., June, September) are booked early.
Please consult customer service directly for address information.
🌄 On the vast land of Xinjiang, the scenery is not at the destination but on the road. The New Oriental Express not only takes you to distant places but also lets you feel the flow of time and the breath of nature while moving.
If you plan to start a leisurely Xinjiang journey in 2026, feel free to contact Manager Wang Fei to customize your Silk Road roaming time.
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