Oriental Express Scenic Route + Official Booking

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🚂 Want to ride the ‘New Oriental Express’ but always searching for the ‘official website entrance’? Don’t worry, this article will clarify everything for you:What exactly is the New Oriental Express, how to experience it, where to sign up, and where to find the ‘official website’ that everyone is most concerned about.
💡 What is the New Oriental Express?
The New Oriental Express is a luxury tourist special train, hailed as a ‘moving five-star hotel,’ primarily operating in Xinjiang and along the Silk Road. It began service in 1999 and has undergone multiple upgrades, with the third-generation carriages launched in 2026 offering improvements in comfort, privacy, and service.
✨ Core Features
🛏 ️ Cabin:Say goodbye to traditional hard sleepers and enjoy comfortable spaces with private bathrooms.
🍽 ️ Onboard Facilities:Equipped with dining cars, bar/entertainment cars, and observation carriages to meet all dining and leisure needs.
🌙 Efficient Travel:Adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ model, saving time and energy.
🏞 ️ In-Depth Loop:Connects the best attractions of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, such as Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar, etc., allowing you to ‘see all of Xinjiang in one train.’
🗺 ️ Classic Route:14-Day Panoramic Loop of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Taking the mainstream ’14-Day In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang’ in 2026 as an example, this route covers most of Xinjiang’s representative landscapes.
Trip Highlights
Full Coverage of Northern and Southern Xinjiang:Experience diverse landscapes including snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities in one trip.
Premium Accommodation:The special train offers comfortable cabins with private bathrooms, while on the ground, you stay at high-end local hotels or characteristic guesthouses.
Unique Experiences:Includes welcome/farewell dinners, specialty cuisine (roast whole lamb, big plate chicken, etc.), intangible cultural heritage handicrafts, grassland activities, and more.

🚂 Want to ride the ‘New Oriental Express’ but always searching for the ‘official website entrance’? Don’t worry, this article will clarify everything for you: What exactly is the New Oriental Express, how to experience it, where to sign up, and where to find the ‘official website’ that everyone is most concerned about.No shopping arranged throughout the itinerary:The itinerary focuses on sightseeing experiences, minimizing shopping stops.
Simplified Itinerary
D1:Arrive in Urumqi
After arrival, transfer to the hotel. You can visit the International Grand Bazaar to feel the city’s atmosphere.
D2:Urumqi → Koktokay
Visit Heavenly Lake in the morning, head to Koktokay in the afternoon, and attend a welcome party in the evening to learn about the itinerary.
D3:Koktokay → Ahe Highway → Hemu
Travel along the Ahe Highway (Northern Xinjiang scenic road) to Hemu, enjoy the scenery along the way, and watch the sunset and stars in Hemu Village in the evening.
D4:Hemu → Kanas
Capture the morning mist in Hemu at dawn, then head to Kanas Scenic Area to explore highlights like Kanas Lake, Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay.
D5:Kanas → Colorful Beach → Beitun/Special Train
In the morning, you can revisit Kanas or explore the Three Bays in depth. In the afternoon, head to Colorful Beach to watch the sunset over the Yadan landforms, and stay overnight on the special train or in Beitun.
D6:Beitun/Special Train → Sayram Lake → Yining
After the special train arrives, head to Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic Ocean,’ for a lakeside tour or photos. In the evening, explore Yining’s Six-Star Street.
D7:Yining → Nalati Grassland

💡 What is the New Oriental Express?Head to Nalati’s ‘Sky Grassland’ for horseback riding, picnics, and other grassland activities, and join a bonfire party in the evening.
D8:Nalati → Duku Highway → Bayanbulak
Cross the scenic middle section of the Duku Highway, and in the evening, enjoy the sunset at Bayanbulak’s ‘Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns.’
D9:Bayanbulak → Tianshan Grand Canyon → Kuqa
Visit the Tianshan Grand Canyon to marvel at the red rock walls, then head to Kuqa to learn about the Qiuci culture.
D10:Kuqa → Special Train → Kashgar
In the morning, you can visit Kuqa Palace, etc., then take the special train to the ‘Silk Road ancient city’ of Kashgar in the afternoon.
D11:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau
Travel along the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway to the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, gaze at Muztagh Ata Peak from afar, and explore the Tashkurgan Stone City.
D12:Taxkorgan → Panlong Ancient Road → Kashgar
Experience the Panlong Ancient Road, known for ‘walking all the detours today,’ then return to Kashgar to explore the old city night market and taste local cuisine.
D13:In-Depth Kashgar Tour → Turpan
Visit the Id Kah Mosque and Fragrant Concubine’s Tomb, watch the ‘Twelve Muqam’ performance, then take the special train or car to Turpan in the afternoon.
D14:Turpan → Urumqi → Departure

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tour Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
The New Oriental Express is a luxury tourist special train, hailed as a ‘moving five-star hotel,’ primarily operating in Xinjiang and along the Silk Road. It began service in 1999 and has undergone multiple upgrades, with the third-generation carriages launched in 2026 offering improvements in comfort, privacy, and service.Visit Karez, Jiaohe Ancient City, etc., then return to Urumqi for airport/train station transfer based on your flight/train schedule, ending the trip.
> Warm Tips:The above is a reference itinerary; actual arrangements may change due to weather, road conditions, scenic area policies, etc. Please refer to the final notice before departure.
💰 2026 Latest Price Reference
The New Oriental Express is priced based on ‘seat class + itinerary duration,’ with variations across different routes and schedules. Below are price ranges for some 2026 schedules for your reference:
| Seat Class | Reference Price Range (RMB/person) | Main Features |
| :— | :— | :— |
| Premium Gold Diamond Suite | 63,000 – 69,999 | High privacy, spacious, luxurious configuration (e.g., king bed, living area, separate wet/dry bathroom). |
| Platinum/Xiyue Gold Diamond | 56,000 – 64,000 | High comfort, mostly with private bathrooms, some rooms can be combined into a king bed. |
| Boyue/Standard Gold Diamond | 50,000 – 58,000 | Good value for money, with private bathrooms. |
| Silver Diamond Suite | Approx. 28,000 | Usually multi-bed rooms with shared bathrooms, suitable for budget-conscious travelers. |
Price Explanation
The above are reference prices for some 2026 schedules; actual prices may fluctuate due to season (peak/off-peak), specific departure dates, and availability.
Children, seniors, etc., may be eligible for corresponding discounts, subject to confirmation by the travel agency.
The final price is based on the travel contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 How to Sign Up and Inquire

✨ Core FeaturesNew Oriental Express seats are sold exclusively by institutions with railway tourist train operation qualifications, not directly through 12306. Currently, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is one of the partner institutions offering consultation and booking services.
Registration Methods
1. Phone Inquiry: Call 180-9596-9599, stating your preferred route, travel dates, and number of people.
2. WeChat Inquiry: Add WeChat 180-9596-9599 with the note ‘New Oriental Express’ to receive itinerary materials, quotes, and contracts.
3. Sign and Pay: After confirming the itinerary, provide identity information as required, sign an electronic contract on the national tourism supervision platform, and make payment as agreed.
> Warm Tips:It is recommended to inquire early, especially during peak tourist season (June-September) and for popular seats, to avoid disappointment.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
Included Items
Transportation:New Oriental Express seat, full-journey tourist bus/van within Xinjiang.
Accommodation:Special train cabin accommodation, listed ground hotels or characteristic guesthouses.
Meals:Breakfasts, regular meals, and specialty banquets (e.g., roast whole lamb feast) as per itinerary.
Tickets:First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for listed attractions.
Services:Full-journey guide, special train butler, medical support, and travel agency liability insurance.
Excluded Items

🛏️ Cabin: Say goodbye to traditional hard sleepers and enjoy comfortable spaces with private bathrooms. Round-trip transportation to Urumqi (air/train tickets).
Personal expenses (e.g., shopping, extra drinks, optional entertainment activities).
Travel accident insurance (recommended to purchase separately).
Single room supplement (if applicable, to be paid as per contract).
Important Notes
Weather, road conditions, scenic area opening hours, and ticket policies mentioned in the itinerary may change; specific arrangements are subject to official announcements or mutual agreement.
All costs, discounts, and cancellation/change rules are based on the travel contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
🌐 Where to Find the ‘Official Website Entrance’?
Many people are used to searching for an ‘official website’ first; here’s an explanation:
1. The New Oriental Express itself does not have a dedicated website for direct booking. It is a railway system tourist train product.
2. Related information is usually released by partner railway tourism agencies or travel agencies. For example, on platforms like Xinxin Tourism, there are introductions about Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency acting as an agent for the New Oriental Express.
3. Therefore, the safest approach is:
Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency directly via the phone/WeChat above for the latest information.
Search for keywords like ‘New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourist train’ in your browser to find the latest announcements and itinerary introductions from railway departments, partner agencies, or legitimate travel agencies.
> Reminder:Please be sure to register through official channels and be wary of ‘low-price’ or ‘internal ticket’ traps from unofficial sources to protect your rights.
If you have more specific ideas about itinerary duration, departure dates, or seat class, feel free to call 180-9596-9599 or add WeChat 180-9596-9599 for consultation. Wishing you a smooth planning process and looking forward to your Xinjiang trip!
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