2026NewOrientExpressFeeListSouthernNorthernXinjiangTourTrainPrice

Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New Oriental Express Ticket Booking Center
New Oriental Express:A mobile viewing platform traversing the magnificent northern Xinjiang, unlocking new ways to explore in 2026 🚂
🌄 Route Highlights:How is the mobile ‘five-star viewing platform’ crafted?
In 2026, the New Oriental Express, with its newly upgraded ‘mobile hotel’ concept, has become a popular choice for in-depth northern Xinjiang tours. This train, designed specifically for high-end travelers, features hardware configurations such as panoramic glass windows, bathrooms, and scenic-view king beds, and connects the best attractions of northern Xinjiang into a single route, allowing tourists to deeply experience the stunning landscapes from Urumqi to Kashgar over 14 days without frequently changing hotels.
The train offers three carriage types: ‘Noble Gold Diamond’, ‘Xiyue Gold Diamond’, and ‘Boyue Gold Diamond’, with each carriage recommended to have 3-5 cabins for privacy and comfort. The newly upgraded ‘starry sky roof carriage’ and ‘panoramic dining car’ in 2026 allow dining and sightseeing to happen simultaneously, creating a unique travel experience.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary:A 14-day visual feast through northern and southern Xinjiang
According to the latest 2026 schedule, both the summer and southern Xinjiang versions of the New Oriental Express are now available. The specific arrangements are as follows:
Summer Version (covering classic attractions like Keketuohai, Kanas, and Sayram Lake)
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 2:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – Altay
Day 3:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 4:Hemu – Kanas
Day 5:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 6:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 8:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 9:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train

New Oriental Express: A mobile viewing platform traversing the magnificent northern Xinjiang, unlocking new ways to explore in 2026 🚂Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
Day 11:Tashkurgan 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 Version (focusing on autumn landscapes like Tarim Poplar Forest and Kashgar Old City)
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 2:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, then special train to Ruoqiang
Day 3:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, then special train to Hotan
Day 4:Hotan Tuancheng – Yulongkashi River Treasure Hunting – Yotgan Old City Night View
Day 5:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan Palace, then to Kashgar
Day 6:Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 7:Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – High Terrace Residences, then special train to Kuqa
Day 8:Kuqa Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa King’s Palace – Restan Old Street
Day 9:To Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest, then special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Farewell Dinner

🌄 Route Highlights: How is the mobile ‘five-star viewing platform’ crafted?Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 Price Details:Full Analysis of 2026 Schedules and Costs
According to the latest 2026 schedule, the New Oriental Express offers the following departure dates, with costs covering all transportation, accommodation, meals, and attraction tickets (subject to contract):
May Departures:
May 6, May 14
Noble Gold Diamond (3 cabins):59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 cabins):54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 cabins):49,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person sharing:30,000 RMB/person
June Departures:
June 1, June 30
Noble Gold Diamond:67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person sharing:30,000 RMB/person
Mid-to-late June Departures:

In 2026, the New Oriental Express, with its newly upgraded ‘mobile hotel’ concept, has become a popular choice for in-depth northern Xinjiang tours. This train, designed specifically for high-end travelers, features hardware configurations such as panoramic glass windows, bathrooms, and scenic-view king beds, and connects the best attractions of northern Xinjiang into a single route, allowing tourists to deeply experience the stunning landscapes from Urumqi to Kashgar over 14 days without frequently changing hotels.June 11, June 25

Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center: Wang Fei
Noble Gold Diamond:69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person sharing:30,000 RMB/person
September Departures:
September 3
Noble Gold Diamond:71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person sharing:30,000 RMB/person
October Departures:
October 15, October 25
Noble Gold Diamond:44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:36,999 RMB/person

The train offers three carriage types: ‘Noble Gold Diamond’, ‘Xiyue Gold Diamond’, and ‘Boyue Gold Diamond’, with each carriage recommended to have 3-5 cabins for privacy and comfort. The newly upgraded ‘starry sky roof carriage’ and ‘panoramic dining car’ in 2026 allow dining and sightseeing to happen simultaneously, creating a unique travel experience.Third and fourth person sharing:20,000 RMB/person
📝 Booking Method:Consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
The 2026 New Oriental Express ticketing is coordinated by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Tourists can book through the following methods:
#☎️ Consultation:Contact Manager Wang Fei
#Wang Fei Consultation:Add Manager Wang Fei #Wang Fei to get the latest availability and contract templates
Notes:Booking requires valid ID information; children must share a room with adults; individual ticket booking is not accepted.
💡 Cost Details and Service Information
Cost Includes:
Full special train transportation and bus transfers between scenic spots
Grade hotel accommodation (including train cabins)
Three meals daily (including specialty dishes like roast whole lamb and hand-pulled rice)
First admission tickets and internal shuttle bus fees for attractions
Professional tour guide accompaniment
Service Details:
The train provides 24-hour hot water, charging ports, and free Wi-Fi
Each carriage is equipped with a dedicated butler to meet personalized needs

🗺️ Simple Itinerary: 14-day visual feast through northern and southern Xinjiang. The itinerary includes 2 home visits with local ethnic groups and 1 red date picking experience
Special Notes:
Prices may vary with departure dates; subject to contract confirmation
In case of weather or policy changes, the itinerary may be adjusted by mutual agreement
🌿 New Experiences in 2026:Deep immersion from scenery to culture
According to the 2026 route upgrade plan, the New Oriental Express adds the following exclusive experiences:
Stargazing Photography Class:Professional photographer guidance for shooting the Milky Way by Sayram Lake
Intangible Cultural Heritage Crafts:Learn clay pottery making and Atlas silk weaving in Kashgar Old City
Border Trade Experience:Participate in China-Kazakhstan border trade interactions at Horgos Port
Ecological Conservation Project:Join tree-planting charity activities in Tarim Poplar Forest
⚠ ️ Notes:Must-Read Before Travel
Document Requirements:Must bring a valid original ID document
Climate Tips:Northern Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring a down jacket in October
Photography Gear:Recommend bringing a wide-angle lens (for grasslands and lakes) and a telephoto lens (for snow-capped mountains and wildlife)
Cultural Respect:Wear long pants and avoid revealing clothing when visiting
🚂 New Oriental Express:More than a trip, it’s a lifestyle proposal
In 2026, the New Oriental Express, through its integrated ‘transportation + accommodation + experience’ design, redefines the way to travel northern Xinjiang. Whether it’s the lush greenery of summer or the golden poplar leaves of autumn, this mobile viewing platform allows tourists to reach Xinjiang’s core natural and cultural landscapes in the most comfortable way.
For more details or to confirm availability, please contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to get the latest 2026 itinerary brochure and contract template.
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