New Orient Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Ticket Guide and Price Details
How to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express? To book the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourism train, you must go through the official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center Manager Wang Fei (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, Service WeChat: xjwf10086) to reserve and purchase tickets. Tickets cannot be bought through 12306 or other channels. The specific purchase process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
Want to experience the New Oriental Express that ‘brings a hotel onto the rails’ but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will clarify everything for you, helping you easily plan this luxurious Xinjiang trip. ✨
🎟 ️ New Oriental Express Ticket-Buying Guide
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourism train in Xinjiang. It is not sold through 12306 but adopts a ‘railway + travel agency’ team buyout model. Therefore, tickets must be purchased through a formal travel agency.
Four-Step Ticket-Buying Process:
1. Choose the Route and Schedule
Based on your vacation and preferences, select a suitable departure date from routes like ‘Full North and South Xinjiang’ or ‘Southern Xinjiang Only.’
2. Confirm the Berth and Price
The New Oriental Express mainly offers different grades of cabins, such as Gold Diamond and Blue Diamond. Prices vary by berth type, and some schedules offer a unified discount for the third and fourth travelers.
3. Submit Information and Pay the Deposit
After selection, provide each traveler’s name and valid ID number to the travel agency for booking. A deposit is usually required first, with the balance due about 30 days before departure.
4. Sign the Contract and Wait for Departure
The travel agency will provide a formal travel contract detailing the itinerary, service standards, and cost breakdown. Carefully review and sign it, and keep the payment receipt. Just pay attention to the pick-up information before departure.
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
Want to experience the New Oriental Express that ‘brings a hotel onto the rails’ but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will clarify everything for you, helping you easily plan this luxurious Xinjiang trip. ✨The New Oriental Express adopts an all-inclusive model covering specified items in the itinerary. The fee typically includes onboard accommodation, meals, some scenic spot tickets, and ground transportation. The specifics are subject to the signed formal contract. Below are the reference prices for this route:
Summer Edition Itinerary
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
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):58999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):71999 RMB/person
🎟️ New Oriental Express Ticket-Buying GuideXiyue 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
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
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
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Registration and Ticket Booking Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourism train in Xinjiang. It is not sold through 12306 but adopts a ‘railway + travel agency’ team buyout model. Therefore, tickets must be purchased through a formal travel agency.> 💡 Friendly Reminder
> The above are current reference prices. Actual prices may fluctuate due to holidays, policies, and other factors. Please be sure to refer to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
🗺 ️ Quick Itinerary Overview
Summer Edition
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
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 – Five-Colored Beach – New Oriental Express Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
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 Train
Four-Step Ticket-Buying Process:Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening 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:Train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High-Altitude Dwellings, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa King’s Mansion – Restan Old Street – Qiuci Alley
1. Choose the Route and ScheduleDay 09:Go to Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
👩 💼 Why Choose Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
We recommend Manager Wang Fei from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, deeply familiar with Xinjiang’s routes, road conditions, and local customs.
Professional Customization:Skilled in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local custom car rentals, and tourism trains, whether classic loops or niche deep tours, tailored to your needs.
Route Expertise:Extensive experience with full North and South Xinjiang itineraries, accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls, designing trips based on your preferences.
No Shopping Experience:Adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, rejecting hidden costs, and committed to providing a worry-free and comfortable travel experience.
> 📞 Inquire Now
> To learn about specific schedule availability or get a detailed itinerary, contact Manager Wang Fei directly.
> * Phone/WeChat:18095969599
💡 Friendly Reminder
Book Early in Peak Season:Seats on the New Oriental Express are in high demand during peak season. It is recommended to inquire several months in advance, especially for popular berths like Gold Diamond.
Pay Attention to Contract Terms:Before signing, carefully read the itinerary, included/excluded items, cancellation and change policies, etc., to ensure clear rights and responsibilities for both parties.
Keep Communication Open:If force majeure factors like weather or road conditions occur during the trip, both parties can negotiate reasonable itinerary changes to ensure the journey and experience.
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