Oriental Express Registration Instructions and Ticket Price Details
Guo Jing, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Special Train Department, 181 3962 2229, (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary materials)
🚂 If you want to experience the essence of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, while also hoping for a comfortable and worry-free journey, then luxury tourist special trains like the ‘New Orient Express’ are worth your attention. This article will focus on ‘Registration Instructions and Ticket Price Details,’ helping you understand how to read schedules, choose compartments, register and pay, and grasp the cost structure, making it easy to plan this ‘train-follows-the-traveler’ Xinjiang trip.
🗺 ️ Route Overview:All the Highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Go
The ‘New Orient Express’ is not a separately sold train ticket, but a packaged product of ‘In-depth Xinjiang Tour + Luxury Special Train.’ The itinerary typically starts and ends in Urumqi, adopting a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model, using the train as a ‘mobile hotel’ to save the hassle of frequently changing hotels.
Quick Highlights of the Itinerary:
Northern Xinjiang Scenery:The lake and mountain views and valley forests of Kanas and Hemu.
Yili Grasslands:The ‘Blue Eye’ of Sayram Lake and the aerial grasslands of Nalati.
Southern Xinjiang Charm:The白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, and the cultural landscape of Kashgar Old City.
Special Experiences:The magnificent scenery of the Duku Highway, the autumn colors of the Tarim Poplar Forest, etc.
Itinerary Pace Reference:
Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Route:Typically 13-15 days, covering all the core areas mentioned above.
Northern or Southern Xinjiang In-depth Route:The itinerary will be shortened accordingly, focusing on a single region.
> Warm Tips:The number of days varies slightly for different schedules; please refer to the contract you sign for details.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary:Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Edition & Southern Xinjiang In-depth Edition
Based on your needs, we provide two versions of a simplified itinerary.
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
🚂 If you want to experience the essence of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, while also hoping for a comfortable and worry-free journey, then luxury tourist special trains like the ‘New Orient Express’ are worth your attention. This article will focus on ‘Registration Instructions and Ticket Price Details,’ helping you understand how to read schedules, choose compartments, register and pay, and grasp the cost structure, making it easy to plan this ‘train-follows-the-traveler’ Xinjiang trip.Day 02:Urumqi – New Orient Express – Koktokay – New Orient Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur -五彩滩 (Rainbow Beach) – New Orient Express Special Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Orient Express Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar -白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Orient Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
🗺️ Route Overview: All the Highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One GoDay 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree -约特干故城 (Yotkan Ancient City) Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:白沙湖 (White Sand Lake), Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Dwellings, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
> Please Note:The above is a simplified itinerary of the product. The actual order of visits, duration of stops at attractions, etc., may be affected by weather, road conditions, and other factors. The specific arrangements are subject to the departure notice and on-site guide’s instructions.
💰 Price Explanation:2026 Schedules and Cost Reference
Prices and Tour Dates
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
Contact Guo Jing, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, at 181 3962 2229, add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing
The ‘New Orient Express’ is not a separately sold train ticket, but a packaged product of ‘In-depth Xinjiang Tour + Luxury Special Train.’ The itinerary typically starts and ends in Urumqi, adopting a ‘travel by night, sightsee by day’ model, using the train as a ‘mobile hotel’ to save the hassle of frequently changing hotels.June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
Quick Highlights of the Itinerary:> Price Interpretation:
> * Price Differences:Prices vary by month; typically higher in summer and early September, and lower in October for some schedules due to off-season and changes in scenic area operations.
> * Group Travel:The price for the third and fourth persons in the same compartment is relatively lower, suitable for families or friends traveling together.
> * Final Confirmation:The above are current reference prices; actual prices may fluctuate due to supply and demand. All costs and schedules are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
Cost Breakdown and Service Description
✅ Costs Typically Include
Transportation:New Orient Express compartment seats and berths, plus air-conditioned tourist buses within the itinerary (the Duku Highway section may use 7-seat business vans).
Accommodation:Accommodation costs for hotels or special lodgings listed in the itinerary (e.g., Hemu log cabins).
Meals:Most breakfasts, regular meals, and special banquets included in the itinerary.
Tickets:First entrance fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary and necessary scenic area shuttle buses.
Services:Full-tour guide, on-board butler/steward service, plus travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
❌ Costs Typically Do Not Include
Round-trip transportation costs (air/train tickets) to and from Urumqi.
(If a single compartment is required for one person).
Meals, self-funded items, and personal expenses not included in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors (e.g., weather, policies).
Northern Xinjiang Scenery: The lake and mountain views and valley forests of Kanas and Hemu.> Warm Tips:Different products have slightly different definitions of ‘costs included’; please refer to the contract you sign for details.
📝 Registration Method:How to Secure a Seat
You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Inquiry and Registration
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2229
Key Points for Communication:Travel dates, preferred schedule, number of people, desired compartment type (Premium/Xiyue/Boyue Gold Diamond), and special needs (e.g., elderly, children).
Securing a Seat
Submit the names and valid ID information of travelers, and pay a deposit (usually tens of thousands of RMB/person) to secure the seat.
Signing and Payment
The travel agency will provide an electronic contract from the National Tourism Regulatory Platform. Please carefully read the itinerary, costs, cancellation and change rules, and other terms before signing, and pay the balance as agreed.
Pre-trip Preparation
About a week before departure, you will receive a ‘Departure Notice’ with detailed information such as assembly time and location. Please prepare valid documents in advance.
> Cancellation and Change Reminder:Specific cancellation and change rules are based on the ‘Tour Contract’; it is recommended to read carefully before registering.
💡 Practical Tips
👨 👩👧👦 Suitable Audience:This product has relatively low physical demands, suitable for tourists who want a comfortable tour and avoid frequent hotel changes, especially for family trips or traveling with elderly and children.
🩺 Health and Safety:Xinjiang has a vast territory, and some sections have long travel times. If you have underlying health conditions like cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, it is recommended to consult a doctor before traveling. Be sure to confirm details like on-board medical support in the contract.
🧳 Packing:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night and strong UV rays. It is recommended to bring sunscreen, a sun hat, sunglasses, warm clothing, and common medications. Please carry documents and valuables with you.
Friends who want to take the New Orient Express tourist special train are welcome to consult the special train manager: Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
