Xinjiang Express Luxury Tourist Train How to Buy Tickets, Where to Buy
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 → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 How to buy tickets for the Xinjiang luxury tourism special train ‘New Oriental Express’? Full analysis of 2026 itineraries and prices
Tired of rushing through attractions, dragging luggage, and frequently changing hotels? Want a more relaxed and immersive way to pack the vast Xinjiang into a long vacation? The newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express, in the form of a ‘mobile living space,’ redefines deep travel across northern and southern Xinjiang—sightseeing by day, sleeping by night, with no need to move luggage throughout the journey, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within a painting.’
🌄 Route Highlights:An immersive slow journey across the Tianshan Mountains
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train but a high-end tourism special train integrating accommodation, dining, entertainment, and sightseeing. After a full train upgrade in 2026, the entire train features low-noise design (nighttime carriage decibels below 40), equipped with a constant temperature system (24–26°C), fresh air humidification, 5G network coverage, and Type-C/USB-A dual-interface charging facilities, adapting to Xinjiang’s dry climate and long-distance travel needs.
The itinerary covers over 20 core attractions, including Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns in northern Xinjiang, and Kashgar Ancient City, Pamir Plateau, Taxkorgan County scenery, and Kuqa Grand Canyon in southern Xinjiang. It is especially suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly leisure groups, photography enthusiasts, and travelers seeking quality experiences.
Notably, on high-altitude sections like the Pamir Plateau, the premium golden diamond cabins are equipped with oxygen generators to enhance travel comfort. The dining car provides multi-meal service daily, with ingredients purchased fresh daily, and the menu blends local flavors with popular tastes, balancing nutrition and palate.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (based on local professional facts)
Itinerary at a Glance (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 – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
🚂 How to buy tickets for the Xinjiang luxury tourism special train ‘New Oriental Express’? Full analysis of 2026 itineraries and pricesDay 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayinbuluke
Day 09:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – 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 Well – Grape Manor, then special train to Ruoqiang in the evening
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, then special train to Hotan in the evening
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan early – Hotan Tuancheng – Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Tired of rushing through attractions, dragging luggage, and frequently changing hotels? Want a more relaxed and immersive way to pack the vast Xinjiang into a long vacation? The newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express, in the form of a ‘mobile living space,’ redefines deep travel across northern and southern Xinjiang—sightseeing by day, sleeping by night, with no need to move luggage throughout the journey, truly achieving ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel within a painting.’Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkent 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 Residences, then special train to Kuqa in the evening
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa early, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, then special train to Urumqi in the evening
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> Note:Actual itineraries may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates (based on local professional facts)
June 1, June 30
Premium Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person
🌄 Route Highlights: An immersive slow journey across the Tianshan Mountains. Third and fourth persons: 30,000 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
June 11, June 25
Premium Golden Diamond 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons: 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Golden Diamond 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons: 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Golden Diamond 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond 39,999 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train but a high-end tourism special train integrating accommodation, dining, entertainment, and sightseeing. After a full train upgrade in 2026, the entire train features low-noise design (nighttime carriage decibels below 40), equipped with a constant temperature system (24–26°C), fresh air humidification, 5G network coverage, and Type-C/USB-A dual-interface charging facilities, adapting to Xinjiang’s dry climate and long-distance travel needs. Boyue Golden Diamond 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons: 20,000 RMB/person
> The above are reference price ranges; actual prices are subject to consultation and contract, and may vary with tour dates and group sizes.
🎒 Cost Explanation
✅ Cost Includes:
Full-trip special train cabin accommodation (with private bathroom and shower)
First admission tickets to listed attractions
Three meals daily (dining car service, including local specialties)
Local transportation transfers (shuttle buses between scenic areas)
Full-trip guide and onboard medical service
❌ Cost Excludes:
Transportation to and from Urumqi from various locations
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs, optional activities)
The itinerary covers over 20 core attractions, including Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke’s Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns in northern Xinjiang, and Kashgar Ancient City, Pamir Plateau, Taxkorgan County scenery, and Kuqa Grand Canyon in southern Xinjiang. It is especially suitable for family trips, middle-aged and elderly leisure groups, photography enthusiasts, and travelers seeking quality experiences. Additional costs due to force majeure
Single occupancy requires a room supplement (subject to contract terms)
> Subject to actual consultation and contract.
📞 How to Register?
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact Information:Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (same 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 experience in Xinjiang’s tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is well-versed in the full travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, tourism special trains, and other travel options, familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and avoidance tips. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels in explaining Western Region humanities and history, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.
Wang Fei always adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, refusing hidden consumption, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, dedicating herself to letting every friend from afar truly experience the vast beauty and simple warmth of Xinjiang, ensuring a worry-free and enjoyable tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
📌 Warm Tips:
The New Oriental Express operates annually from April to October; some high-altitude scenic areas may close after late October due to weather.
All tours require advance booking and cannot be purchased through platforms like 12306.
It is recommended to consult in detail about itinerary details, cabin configurations, and availability before registering.
Want to start a deep Xinjiang journey without rushing? Feel free to call and let this ‘mobile living space’ take you leisurely through snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities.
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