New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Availability and How to Book Tickets
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.
🚂 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourism Special Train:Slowly travel through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, taking in the Western Regions’ scenery in one train
Want to explore Xinjiang deeply in the most comfortable way? The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express tourism special train, with its ‘travel by night, explore by day’ lifestyle rhythm, offers a new travel option for those seeking quality and experience. No need to frequently move luggage or rush to change hotels; sleep under the stars and wake up at the next scenic spot—this mobile ‘luxury hotel’ crossing the Tianshan Mountains makes the vast Xinjiang accessible and friendly.
🌄 Route Highlights:One journey, experience the essence of all four seasons in Xinjiang
The New Oriental Express operates from April to October 2026, covering Xinjiang’s best travel seasons. The train connects the snowy mountains and lakes of Northern Xinjiang with the desert oases and ancient cultural cities of Southern Xinjiang, passing through over 20 core attractions including Koktokay, Kanas, Nalati, Bayanbulak, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Turpan, and Poplar Forests, blending natural wonders with historical sites.
Summer itinerary (June departures) focuses on Northern Xinjiang’s cool summer escapes and Southern Xinjiang’s cultural exploration, traversing the Ahe Highway and Duku Highway, with stops at Colorful Beach, Baisha Lake, and the Pamir Plateau;
Autumn itinerary (October departures) highlights Southern Xinjiang’s autumn colors, delving into the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, visiting Ruoqiang, Hotan, Shache, and other areas, enjoying golden poplars and the thousand-year-old Kucha culture.
The entire train features en-suite cabins, a dining car, entertainment car, and a professional service team, with a relaxed pace, ideal for family trips, photography enthusiasts, and mid-to-high-end tourists valuing privacy and comfort.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly following the local finalized version)
Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Version)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
🚂 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourism Special Train: Slowly travel through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, taking in the Western Regions’ scenery in one trainDay 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special 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 Special Train
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 Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Want to explore Xinjiang deeply in the most comfortable way? The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express tourism special train, with its ‘travel by night, explore by day’ lifestyle rhythm, offers a new travel option for those seeking quality and experience. No need to frequently move luggage or rush to change hotels; sleep under the stars and wake up at the next scenic spot—this mobile ‘luxury hotel’ crossing the Tianshan Mountains makes the vast Xinjiang accessible and friendly.Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunt – 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
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Dwellings, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Kucha 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 to the group
> Note:Actual itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policy changes, with mutual agreement for reasonable optimization.
💰 Price Explanation (Strictly following the local finalized version)
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Route Highlights: One journey, experience the essence of all four seasons in Xinjiang. Third and fourth person: 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person: 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person: 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express operates from April to October 2026, covering Xinjiang’s best travel seasons. The train connects the snowy mountains and lakes of Northern Xinjiang with the desert oases and ancient cultural cities of Southern Xinjiang, passing through over 20 core attractions including Koktokay, Kanas, Nalati, Bayanbulak, Kashgar, Taxkorgan, Turpan, and Poplar Forests, blending natural wonders with historical sites. Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person: 20,000 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; the specific price is subject to the signed formal contract and may vary based on departure, seat type, and group formation.
🎒 Inclusions and Exclusions
✅ Inclusions:
Full-train cabin accommodation (with private bathroom)
First admission tickets to listed attractions
Local transportation transfers (including scenic area shuttle buses)
Full-board meals (main meals + breakfast)
Professional guide and train attendant service
❌ Exclusions:
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi
Personal expenses and optional activities
Summer itinerary (June departures) focuses on Northern Xinjiang’s cool summer escapes and Southern Xinjiang’s cultural exploration, traversing the Ahe Highway and Duku Highway, with stops at Colorful Beach, Baisha Lake, and the Pamir Plateau; Additional costs due to force majeure
Single room supplement (depending on actual room type)
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
📞 How to Register?
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei 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, with over a decade of deep involvement in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across all the scenic spots in the Tianshan region and is well-versed in the entire Northern and Southern Xinjiang tour routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs.
She is proficient in planning free-and-easy trips, boutique small groups, local custom car rentals, and tourism special trains, familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at 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 avoids assembly-line itineraries, only crafting comfortable journeys that match tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to making every visitor from afar truly feel Xinjiang’s vast beauty and genuine warmth, allowing them to enjoy a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
📌 Warm Tips:
The New Oriental Express is a custom railway tourism special train, not sold through public platforms like 12306; registration and seat reservation must be done through a travel agency.
It is recommended to inquire about availability and departures in advance, as popular periods have limited seats.
Before traveling, ensure personal documents are valid; some areas require routine verification procedures.
Board the New Oriental Express and let the journey itself become the scenery. On the flowing Silk Road, slow down and take in the vast landscapes.
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