2026 New Oriental Express Tourist Train Annual Schedule Prices and Ticket Guide Released
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury train? Tickets for the New Oriental Express tourist train must be purchased through professional and regular railway travel agency channels: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through other channels like 12306. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 Complete analysis of the 2026 itinerary and ticket prices for the New Oriental Express luxury train:An immersive journey through the mountains and rivers at a slow pace
If you long for a deep tour of Xinjiang with a relaxed pace, attentive service, and continuous scenery, the New Oriental Express luxury tourist train might be the travel option you’re looking for. As one of the representative high-end tourist trains in China, it uses a ‘train follows the scenery, travel by night and tour by day’ model to connect the hidden gems of Northern Xinjiang with the culture of Southern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to cross the Tianshan Mountains in comfortable carriages and experience the scenery of all four seasons.
📍 Detailed introduction to routes and destinations
The 2026 summer route of the New Oriental Express spans Altay, the Ili River Valley, the Pamir Plateau, and the Turpan Basin, covering various landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, desert oases, and historical sites. The itinerary includes the tranquility of Kanas Lake, the morning mist of Hemu Village, the blue waters of Sayram Lake, the vastness of the Nalati Sky Grassland, the sunset spectacle of the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns at Bayanbulak, and the Danxia landforms of the Kuqa Grand Canyon. The Southern Xinjiang section delves into classic landmarks like Kashgar Old City,白沙湖 (Baisha Lake), and Karakul Lake, showcasing the historical depth and natural grandeur along the Silk Road.
The train features custom sleeper carriages with bathrooms, climate control systems, and viewing windows. Ground accommodations are selected from quality local hotels, balancing travel comfort with local cultural experiences. Professional crew services are provided throughout the journey, and the itinerary is reasonably optimized based on season and weather conditions while ensuring safety.
🗓 ️ Simplified itinerary (Summer version)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express train
🚂 Complete analysis of the 2026 itinerary and ticket prices for the New Oriental Express luxury train: An immersive journey through the mountains and rivers at a slow paceDay 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 Oriental Express train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik home visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
If you long for a deep tour of Xinjiang with a relaxed pace, attentive service, and continuous scenery, the New Oriental Express luxury tourist train might be the travel option you’re looking for. As one of the representative high-end tourist trains in China, it uses a ‘train follows the scenery, travel by night and tour by day’ model to connect the hidden gems of Northern Xinjiang with the culture of Southern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to cross the Tianshan Mountains in comfortable carriages and experience the scenery of all four seasons.Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang red date picking, evening train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River treasure hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City night view
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkent Khan Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Terrace Dwellings, evening 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:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi farewell dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
💰 Price explanation
Manager Guo Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as a friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
📍 Detailed introduction to routes and destinationsAccording to the latest 2026 group schedule, the New Oriental Express offers multiple cabin options, with prices varying by departure date and cabin type:
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 person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond 67,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 62,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 56,999 RMB/person
Third and 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
The 2026 summer route of the New Oriental Express spans Altay, the Ili River Valley, the Pamir Plateau, and the Turpan Basin, covering various landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, desert oases, and historical sites. The itinerary includes the tranquility of Kanas Lake, the morning mist of Hemu Village, the blue waters of Sayram Lake, the vastness of the Nalati Sky Grassland, the sunset spectacle of the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns at Bayanbulak, and the Danxia landforms of the Kuqa Grand Canyon. The Southern Xinjiang section delves into classic landmarks like Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, and Karakul Lake, showcasing the historical depth and natural grandeur along the Silk Road. Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond 71,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 65,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25 (Southern Xinjiang Poplar Season)
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
The above prices are reference quotes; the actual cost is subject to the signed travel contract and may vary due to factors such as departure dates and cabin availability.
📞 Registration method
You can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Customer service phone:181-3962-2229
The train features custom sleeper carriages with bathrooms, climate control systems, and viewing windows. Ground accommodations are selected from quality local hotels, balancing travel comfort with local cultural experiences. Professional crew services are provided throughout the journey, and the itinerary is reasonably optimized based on season and weather conditions while ensuring safety.Same as WeChat:181-3962-2229
For specific departure dates, cabin availability, and contract details, please contact customer service directly for the latest information. For address-related matters, please consult customer service staff.
🧾 Fee explanation and service description
Fees typically include: full transportation (including train sleeper and ground vehicles), accommodations as listed in the itinerary, meals, first admission tickets to attractions, guide services, and train crew support. Whether some special experience items (such as jade hunting in the Yurungkash River, photography guidance, etc.) are included depends on the actual signed contract.
Factors such as the opening status of scenic spots, traffic controls, and weather changes involved in the itinerary may lead to reasonable adjustments to the tour order or content. Such changes will be implemented after consultation and agreement between the travel agency and tourists, while protecting tourists’ rights.
All service content, cancellation and modification rules, and liability allocation are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant laws and regulations. Specific arrangements are subject to actual consultation and signed contracts.
🌄 Warm tips
The Duku Highway is expected to open in early June 2026; the specific opening time is subject to announcements from the transportation department, and the itinerary has reserved flexibility.
Scenic spots like Kanas and Sayram Lake implement a real-name reservation system for entry, and the team will assist with the relevant procedures.
High-altitude areas (such as Taxkorgan County) have an altitude of about 3,000 meters; it is recommended to understand your physical adaptability in advance and bring common medications if necessary.
Cultural experience activities involved in the itinerary (such as home visits, folk interactions, etc.) aim to enhance understanding of local life; please respect the customs of various ethnic groups.
The New Oriental Express is not just a journey but a lifestyle of slowing down and immersing yourself. Whether it’s the summer grasslands and lakes or the autumn poplar forests, it leaves you ample time to appreciate and record. For more details, feel free to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for complete materials.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train ticket center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
