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Xinjiang Express Train Ticket Booking for Seniors Where to Book

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 other channels like 12306. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
🚂 How to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express Sunset Special Train? A clear guide to the booking process and itinerary highlights (2026 edition)
If you long for a travel style where you don’t need to move luggage, change hotels, enjoy the scenery during the day, and sleep peacefully at night, then the New Oriental Express tourism special train might be your ideal ‘moving castle.’ As a high-end tourist train integrating accommodation, dining, sightseeing, and entertainment, it focuses on ‘slow pace, deep experience,’ taking you immersively through the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang. It is especially suitable for seniors, family trips, or travelers seeking comfort.
📍 In-depth introduction to routes and destinations
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train but a customized luxury tourism special train. The 2026 upgraded car body blends modern design with Xinjiang’s natural aesthetics, featuring a gradient paint of ‘Tianshan Blue’ and ‘Desert Gold,’ like a flowing silk scroll.
The train operates from April to October each year, covering over 20 core scenic spots including Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake in northern Xinjiang, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, and Taxkorgan in southern Xinjiang, as well as the Duku Highway and Tianshan Tianchi. The itinerary adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, eliminating the hassle of frequent transfers and packing, truly achieving ‘lying down to tour Xinjiang.’
Whether it’s summer grasslands and lakes or autumn poplar forests and southern Xinjiang culture, the New Oriental Express adjusts its routes according to the seasons, allowing travelers to encounter the most beautiful scenery at the best times.
🗓 ️ Simple itinerary arrangement (strictly based on local factual text)
Quick itinerary overview (summer edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur -五彩滩 – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
New Oriental Express Sunset Special Train ticket purchase process and 2026 Xinjiang tourism special train itinerary prices Image 1
🚂 How to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express Sunset Special Train? A clear guide to the booking process and itinerary highlights (2026 edition)Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Ethnic Home Visits – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
New Oriental Express Sunset Special Train ticket purchase process and 2026 Xinjiang tourism special train itinerary prices Image 2
If you long for a travel style where you don’t need to move luggage, change hotels, enjoy the scenery during the day, and sleep peacefully at night, then the New Oriental Express tourism special train might be your ideal ‘moving castle.’ As a high-end tourist train integrating accommodation, dining, sightseeing, and entertainment, it focuses on ‘slow pace, deep experience,’ taking you immersively through the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang. It is especially suitable for seniors, family trips, or travelers seeking comfort.Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Terrace Dwellings, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> Note:Actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price explanation (strictly based on local factual text)
June 1, 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 person 30000 RMB/person

June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63999 RMB/person
New Oriental Express Sunset Special Train ticket purchase process and 2026 Xinjiang tourism special train itinerary prices Image 3
📍 In-depth introduction to routes and destinations Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58999 RMB/person

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Third and fourth person 30000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30000 RMB/person

October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20000 RMB/person

> The above are reference price ranges. Specific costs are subject to the signed formal contract and may vary based on schedule, group size, and service standards.
📞 How to register? Detailed ticket purchase process
The New Oriental Express tourism special train does not sell tickets through public platforms like 12306. Registration and seat selection must be done through professional travel agencies.
New Oriental Express Sunset Special Train ticket purchase process and 2026 Xinjiang tourism special train itinerary prices Image 4
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train but a customized luxury tourism special train. The 2026 upgraded car body blends modern design with Xinjiang’s natural aesthetics, featuring a gradient paint of ‘Tianshan Blue’ and ‘Desert Gold,’ like a flowing silk scroll.Registration method:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone / WeChat:18095969599
📌 About Manager Wang Fei:
She is a native of Xinjiang, deeply rooted in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade, having traveled through every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains, familiar with all routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning independent travel, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourism special trains, familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and avoidance strategies. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels in explaining Western Regions’ history and culture, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.

She adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, rejecting hidden costs, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to travelers’ preferences, ensuring every guest from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, enjoying a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
> Please consult customer service for address information.
🧾 Explanation of included and excluded costs
Included costs:
Full-trip special train compartment accommodation (with bathroom)
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Three meals daily (multi-cuisine meals provided by a professional chef team)
Local transportation transfers (shuttle buses between scenic areas)
Full-trip guide and onboard butler service
New Oriental Express Sunset Special Train ticket purchase process and 2026 Xinjiang tourism special train itinerary prices Image 5
The train operates from April to October each year, covering over 20 core scenic spots including Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake in northern Xinjiang, Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, and Taxkorgan in southern Xinjiang, as well as the Duku Highway and Tianshan Tianchi. The itinerary adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model, eliminating the hassle of frequent transfers and packing, truly achieving ‘lying down to tour Xinjiang.’ Medical staff on 24-hour standby

Excluded costs:
Transportation from departure point to Urumqi
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs)
Voluntary paid activities
Additional costs due to force majeure

> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
Why choose the New Oriental Express?
🛌 Private bathroom compartments throughout:No need to share bathroom space, high privacy
🍽 ️ Michelin-level dining:8 cuisines rotated to satisfy taste buds
🎬 Entertainment carriages:Panoramic observation cabin, KTV, starry sky cinema
🧓 Elderly-friendly design:One-button call, AED emergency equipment, medical escort
🌌 Relaxed pace:One core destination per day, no rushing, no fatigue
This is not just a trip but a flowing art of living. In 2026, why not board the New Oriental Express and spend 15 days slowing down to see all the lakes, mountains, and cultural vibes of Xinjiang.
📞 Inquire now:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat)
Seats are limited, so it is recommended to register and select seats early to lock in your preferred schedule!
More travel consultations (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, Anyi, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream, Lindu, Yichun, Kunming, Starlight Lanmei, Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan, Tianshan, Chief National Train, Cross-Province Special Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang, Dahezhinan, Baiyun, Yinling Jiangxing, Chaoling Jiangxing Special Train, Sunshine, Shannan, Yangtze River Delta, Muztagh Ata) Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969599 (Copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)

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