How to Book the New Oriental Express Official Complete Ticket Guide

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.
🌄 【New Oriental Express:A Moving Scenic Line Across the Tianshan Mountains｜2026 In-depth Experience Guide】
🚂 Route Highlights at a Glance:
✔ ️ Domestic luxury tourist special train, all soft sleeper compartments with bathrooms
✔ ️ Full coverage of northern and southern Xinjiang, crossing 3 major geographical units in 14 days
✔ ️ 2026 upgraded itinerary, adding an in-depth experience of the Pamir Plateau
✔ ️ Professional photography guide on board, capturing stunning moments like the morning mist at Sayram Lake
📜 Route Designer Says:
“This special train is like a flowing ribbon, stringing together the pearls scattered across the land of Xinjiang. In 2026, we have specially optimized the southern Xinjiang section, adding a half-day in-depth tour in Tashkurgan County, giving tourists more time to experience the ethnic customs.”——Li Ming, Product Director of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
🌄 【Core Landscapes and Cultural Features】
📍 Geographical Location:
Spanning three major geographical units: the Junggar Basin, Tarim Basin, and Pamir Plateau, covering a total distance of 4,800 kilometers, equivalent to the distance from Beijing to Moscow. According to the latest 2026 traffic data, the special train’s speed is controlled within 120 km/h to maximize the viewing experience.
🌸 Seasonal Advantages:
June:Lavender blooms in the Ili River Valley, wildflowers cover the Nalati Grassland
September:Northern Xinjiang is ablaze with autumn colors, southern Xinjiang’s poplar forests enter the best viewing period
October:Clear autumn skies, the snow-capped mountains of the Pamir Plateau are clearly visible
📸 Core Check-in Points:
1️⃣ Kanas Lake:New sunrise photography service at the Fish Viewing Platform in 2026

🌄【New Oriental Express: A Moving Scenic Line Across the Tianshan Mountains｜2026 In-depth Experience Guide】2️⃣ Sayram Lake:Lakeside self-driving experience upgraded to electric SUVs
3️⃣ Panlong Ancient Road:Road resurfaced in 2026 for smoother travel
4️⃣ Kashgar Ancient City:New Friday bazaar night market special line
👥 Suitable For:
Silver-haired Travelers:No high-intensity hiking throughout, medical kit available in compartments
Photography Enthusiasts:Professional instructors lead starry sky/sunrise photography sessions
Family Travel:Children’s compartment adds interactive game area
Honeymoon Travel:Customizable starry sky compartment decoration service available
🗓 ️【2026 Simplified Itinerary】
🌞 Summer Edition (June-September):
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations (Stay at Hongguangshan International Hotel)
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay National Geopark – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village (Experience Tuva family visit)
Day04:Hemu – Kanas Lake (Boat tour of Three Bays)
Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – Overnight on special train
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake Loop – Yining (Enjoy Russian cuisine on Liuxing Street)
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland (Horseback riding across the sky grassland)
Day08:Nalati – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak (Watch sunset at Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns)

🚂Route Highlights at a Glance:Day09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – Overnight on special train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Tourist Area – Tashkurgan County (Stay at highland characteristic hotel)
Day11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik family visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar (Enjoy afternoon tea at century-old teahouse)
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – Overnight on special train
Day13:Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Grape Valley – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
🍁 October Southern Xinjiang Special Line:
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor
Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking
Day04:Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Walnut King Tree
Day05:Shache Yarkand Khan Palace – Amanishahan Memorial Mausoleum
Day06:Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar Ancient City Night Tour
Day07:Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Gaotai Dwellings
Day08:Kuqa Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa Palace – Restan Old Street
Day09:Luntai Tarim Poplar Forest – Overnight on special train
Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Farewell Dinner

✔️ Domestic luxury tourist special train, all soft sleeper compartments with bathroomsDay11:Urumqi – Farewell

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)
💰 【2026 Price Explanation】
📅 Tour Dates:
June:1st/11th/25th/30th
September:3rd
October:15th/25th
💺 Compartment Grades:
Premium Gold Diamond (3 compartments):67,999-71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 compartments):62,999-65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 compartments):56,999-59,999 RMB/person
👨👩👧👦 Family Discount:Third/fourth person 30,000 RMB/person (October tour 20,000 RMB/person)
⚠ ️Special Notes:
Price Includes:Full soft sleeper on special train, local four-star hotels, first admission tickets to scenic spots, 10 main meals and 9 breakfasts
Price Excludes:Round-trip transportation, personal expenses, optional activities
Final price is subject to the signed contract and may fluctuate with tour dates
📝 【Registration and Service Explanation】
👩💼 Professional Contact:
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry. Her team is familiar with all routes in northern and southern Xinjiang, specializes in customizing niche in-depth itineraries, adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the trip, and creates a comfortable journey with professionalism.

✔️ Full coverage of northern and southern Xinjiang, crossing 3 major geographical units in 14 days📱 Registration Method:
Can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (same number for phone/WeChat)
🎁 Services Included:
Transportation:New Oriental Express soft sleeper + local air-conditioned tour bus
Accommodation:Four-star standard hotels throughout (including special train compartments with bathrooms)
Meals:Includes 10 main meals and 9 breakfasts, specially arranged roast whole lamb feast/cold-water fish feast
Tickets:First admission tickets to all scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Insurance:Complimentary travel accident insurance (coverage of 500,000 RMB/person)
❌ Costs Not Included:
Round-trip transportation costs to Urumqi
Optional entertainment activities in the itinerary
Personal expenses and additional costs due to force majeure
📌 Specific details subject to actual consultation and signed contract
💡 【Pre-Trip Must-Knows】
🌡 ️Climate Tips:
Large temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang; bring a light down jacket in June

✔️ 2026 upgraded itinerary, adding an in-depth experience of the Pamir PlateauOctober southern Xinjiang temperatures range from 5-20°C; layered dressing recommended
Strong UV rays; prepare SPF50+ sunscreen
🍽 ️Food Guide:
Urumqi:Lingguan Alley (Recommended: Ailijiang Nang Keng Meat)
Kashgar:Ustangboyi Road (Baked buns near the century-old teahouse)
Yining:Liuxing Street (Russian handmade ice cream)
📸 Photography Equipment:
Wide-angle lens (for grasslands/lakes)
Telephoto lens (for snow-capped mountains/wild animals)
Tripod (for starry sky/sunrise)
Spare batteries (drain quickly in low temperatures)
🚨 Precautions:
1. A pass is required for the Pamir Plateau section (travel agency can assist)
2. Duku Highway is recommended to be open from June to September; specific dates subject to traffic department notice
3. Drones are prohibited in scenic areas; advance registration required
4. Respect the customs of all ethnic groups; do not photograph local residents without permission
🌈 Manager Wang Fei Says:
“Every time I see tourists exclaiming ‘This is the Xinjiang from the textbook’ through the train window, I feel all the effort is worth it. We don’t just do tourism; we convey a lifestyle—letting more people feel the vastness and inclusiveness of Xinjiang.”
(All information verified as of 2026; specific itineraries may be adjusted due to weather/policy factors; details consult Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599)
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