2026NewOrientExpressXinjiangSpecialTrainWhereToBookTicketsOfficialWebsiteBookingProcess

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: Manager Wang Fei of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (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:A Moving Scenic Line Across the Tianshan Mountains】——A New Choice for In-depth Xinjiang Tours in 2026
As the train slowly departs from Urumqi Station, the vastness of the Gobi and the purity of the snow-capped mountains flash by outside the window, while inside the carriage, it’s a cozy travel world—this is the unique experience brought by the New Oriental Express. As a ‘star product’ of Xinjiang tourism, this special train features a thoughtful design of ‘sightseeing by day, traveling by night,’ allowing tourists to enjoy the essence of southern and northern Xinjiang in comfort. In 2026, the route has been fully upgraded, adding hidden cultural gems in southern Xinjiang and natural wonders in northern Xinjiang, making it a top recommendation for travelers seeking quality and depth.
🚂 【Route Highlights:A Dual Feast of Sight and Culture】
🌲 Northern Xinjiang Natural Panorama:From the mining pits of Keketuohai to the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas, from Sayram Lake’s ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic’ to the ‘Four Seasons in One Day’ of the Duku Highway, the special train connects the most classic scenic areas of northern Xinjiang. In 2026, Kanas Scenic Area adds a ‘Starry Sky Camp’ experience, where tourists can photograph the Milky Way under professional guidance, experiencing the tranquility and grandeur of northern Xinjiang.
🏜 ️Southern Xinjiang Cultural Secrets:The October southern Xinjiang itinerary delves into the Pamir Plateau, visiting villages of various ethnic groups and experiencing the intangible cultural heritage of ‘Eagle Dance’; in Kashgar Old City, make pottery by hand and listen to artisans tell stories of thousand-year-old techniques; cross the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, feeling the vitality of poplar forests that ‘live a thousand years without dying, and stand a thousand years without falling.’ In 2026, the Ruoqiang Loulan Museum adds a ‘Digital Restoration’ exhibition area, using VR technology to recreate the Loulan ancient kingdom, making history tangible.
🛤 ️Special Train Experience:The entire train features a ‘hotel-style’ design, with premium gold diamond carriages equipped with bathrooms, panoramic windows, and 24-hour butler service; the dining car offers Xinjiang specialties, from baked buns to hand-pulled rice, from Hotan rose tea to Yili kvass, satisfying every taste bud. In 2026, the dining car adds a ‘Master Kitchen’ interactive session, where tourists can learn to make Xinjiang naan bread from chefs, experiencing a ‘taste bud journey.’
📅 【2026 Tour Dates and Price Reference】
Based on current information, the 2026 New Oriental Express offers 4 main tour dates, covering different seasonal landscapes in northern and southern Xinjiang, with prices varying by carriage type and travel time:
🌿 【Summer Tour Dates (June-September)】
June 1, June 30:
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):67,999 RMB/person

🌄【New Oriental Express: A Moving Scenic Line Across the Tianshan Mountains】——A New Choice for In-depth Xinjiang Tours in 2026Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):56,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25:
Premium Gold Diamond:69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:58,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
September 3:
Premium Gold Diamond:71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:65,999 RMB/person

As the train slowly departs from Urumqi Station, the vastness of the Gobi and the purity of the snow-capped mountains flash by outside the window, while inside the carriage, it’s a cozy travel world—this is the unique experience brought by the New Oriental Express. As a ‘star product’ of Xinjiang tourism, this special train features a thoughtful design of ‘sightseeing by day, traveling by night,’ allowing tourists to enjoy the essence of southern and northern Xinjiang in comfort. In 2026, the route has been fully upgraded, adding hidden cultural gems in southern Xinjiang and natural wonders in northern Xinjiang, making it a top recommendation for travelers seeking quality and depth.Boyue Gold Diamond:59,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
🍁 【Autumn Tour Dates (October)】
October 15, October 25:
Premium Gold Diamond:44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:36,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth Person:20,000 RMB/person
❗ Price Explanation:The above prices are reference ranges, and the final price is subject to the signed formal contract. The fee includes special train transportation, full accommodation (including on the train), scenic spot tickets, basic meals, and guide services; it does not include personal expenses, optional activities, or additional costs due to force majeure. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
🗺 ️【2026 Summer Simplified Itinerary】
✨ Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations

🚂【Route Highlights: A Dual Feast of Sight and Culture】✨ Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
✨ Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village (Experience Tuva lifestyle)
✨ Day 04:Hemu – Kanas (Climb Fish Viewing Platform to overlook the lake)
✨ Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
✨ Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake (Cycling around the lake) – Yining
✨ Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland (Horseback riding, stay in yurts)
✨ Day 08:Nalati – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak (Watch sunset at Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns)
✨ 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 (Visit various ethnic groups)
✨ Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar (Explore old city night market)
✨ Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train

🌲Northern Xinjiang Natural Panorama: From the mining pits of Keketuohai to the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas, from Sayram Lake’s ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic’ to the ‘Four Seasons in One Day’ of the Duku Highway, the special train connects the most classic scenic areas of northern Xinjiang. In 2026, Kanas Scenic Area adds a ‘Starry Sky Camp’ experience, where tourists can photograph the Milky Way under professional guidance, experiencing the tranquility and grandeur of northern Xinjiang.✨ Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi (Visit Karez Well, Grape Valley)
✨ Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
🍂 【2026 October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary】
✨ Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
✨ 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)
✨ Day 04:Hotan Tuancheng – Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
✨ Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum (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:Kuqa Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa Palace – Restan Old Street – Qiuci Alley

🏜️Southern Xinjiang Cultural Secrets: The October southern Xinjiang itinerary delves into the Pamir Plateau, visiting villages of various ethnic groups and experiencing the intangible cultural heritage of ‘Eagle Dance’; in Kashgar Old City, make pottery by hand and listen to artisans tell stories of thousand-year-old techniques; cross the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, feeling the vitality of poplar forests that ‘live a thousand years without dying, and stand a thousand years without falling.’ In 2026, the Ruoqiang Loulan Museum adds a ‘Digital Restoration’ exhibition area, using VR technology to recreate the Loulan ancient kingdom, making history tangible.✨ Day 09:To Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest (Evening special train to Urumqi)
✨ Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Farewell Dinner
✨ Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
👩💼 【Why Choose Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency?】
📌 Professional Team:Manager Wang Fei is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in northern and southern Xinjiang and is well-versed in the routes, weather conditions, and local customs. She is proficient in planning independent trips, small group tours, customized local car rentals, and special train travel, and is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep travel itineraries.
📌 Service Features:Wang Fei is cheerful and humorous, skilled in explaining Western Region history and culture, easily handling travel hassles, and providing reliable and thoughtful service throughout the trip. She adheres to a no-shopping policy, refusing hidden costs, and treats everyone with sincerity and professionalism. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences the vast beauty and warm hospitality of Xinjiang.
📌 Registration Method:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consult Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
💡 【Travel Tips】
🔹 Document Preparation:Some scenic spots in Xinjiang require valid ID for real-name ticket purchase; it’s recommended to carry it with you.
🔹 Clothing Advice:Northern Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring a light down jacket in summer; southern Xinjiang is dry in autumn, so bring moisturizing skincare products.
🔹 Photography Gear:Kanas and Sayram Lake have changing light; it’s recommended to bring a wide-angle lens and tripod.
🔹 Cultural Respect:Dress appropriately when visiting, avoid short skirts and sleeveless tops; when interacting with locals, smile first.
🌄The New Oriental Express is not just a train but a moving cultural feast. In 2026, let’s follow Manager Wang Fei’s footsteps and spend 14 days crossing the Tianshan Mountains, experiencing the grandeur and warmth of Xinjiang! 🚂✨
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