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How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury train? The New Oriental Express tourist train requires booking through professional and regular railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 09918585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 18139622229. Tickets cannot be purchased 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.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Deep Tour Complete Guide
Many tourists who have been to Xinjiang often lament that the region is vast, and a single trip to cover all the desired scenery often takes a lot of time on the road, with frequent packing and hotel changes. The New Oriental Express train perfectly solves this travel pain point.
✨ Route and Destination Features Introduction
Basic Train Configuration
The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express operates mainly from April to October, with 28 trips planned annually. It features three main routes: the Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop, Northern Xinjiang Deep Tour, and Southern Xinjiang Deep Tour, covering over 20 natural and historical cultural attractions. The train’s main color is deep purple, and compartments are named after ancient Xinjiang place names, with three levels of compartments available. The carriages are equipped with age-friendly hardware facilities and one-touch call buttons, each carriage has a dedicated butler, and the itinerary includes photography services. After the trip, a personalized short video souvenir album is created for tourists. During the journey, tourists can participate in intangible cultural heritage experiences like mulberry paper rubbing, and scholars accompany the tour to provide explanations, helping tourists gain a deeper understanding of Xinjiang’s history and culture. Unlike traditional group tours that require frequent hotel changes and packing, the New Oriental Express operates on a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning’ model, allowing tourists to move between cities while resting at night and leaving full daytime hours for sightseeing, greatly enhancing travel comfort.
Northern Xinjiang Route Attraction Features
The summer Northern Xinjiang route covers core attractions from Altay to Ili to Kashgar, including the unique geological landscape of Koktokay, the mountain village scenery of Hemu, the lake and mountain views of Kanas, the Yadan landform of Colorful Beach, the clear lake surface of Sayram Lake, the grassland scenery of Nalati, the wetland landscape of Bayanbulak, the Danxia landform of Kuqa Grand Canyon, and the snowy mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, connecting Xinjiang’s most representative natural landscapes. Sayram Lake, as a core stop on the Northern Xinjiang route, has multiple sightseeing spots around the lake area, such as Moon Bay, Waterfront Beach, Swan’s Paradise, and the Command Platform. Tourists can get close to the lake water, observe naturally growing water birds, and overlook the entire lake area against the distant snow-capped mountains. Note that the weather in the lake area is changeable, so it’s advisable to bring a jacket and rain gear, and also take sun protection measures. Scenic area ticket and shuttle bus policies are time-sensitive, so confirm relevant requirements before traveling.
Southern Xinjiang Route Attraction Features
The October Southern Xinjiang route focuses on a combination of cultural heritage and autumn natural landscapes, including the historical remains of Jiaohe Ancient City, the ancient water conservancy wisdom of Karez, unearthed artifacts from the Loulan Museum, the old city style of Hotan, the historical architecture of Shache, the ancient city streets of Kashgar, and the poplar forest landscape of Tarim, allowing tourists to fully experience Xinjiang’s historical and cultural heritage. The Loulan Museum is free to enter, but visitors need to bring valid personal identification for verification. Entry closes at 18:00. Groups of 15 or more requiring guided tours can book one day in advance. Flash photography, gimbals, and tripods are prohibited in the exhibition halls, and live streaming or recording activities are not allowed without permission. Please follow the museum’s regulations and visit civilly.
📅 Simple Itinerary
The itineraries offered are divided into the summer Northern Xinjiang Deep Tour version and the October Southern Xinjiang Special version, with specific arrangements as follows:

🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Deep Tour Complete GuideQuick 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
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 Oriental Express
Day 10:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Pamir Scenic Area → Taxkorgan

Many tourists who have been to Xinjiang often lament that the region is vast, and a single trip to cover all the desired scenery often takes a lot of time on the road, with frequent packing and hotel changes. The New Oriental Express train perfectly solves this travel pain point.Day 11:Taxkorgan → Tajik Home Visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan → New Oriental Express
Day 13:Turpan → Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Train to Turpan → Jiaohe Ancient City → Karez → Grape Manor → Evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins → Loulan Museum → Loulan Park → Ruoqiang Jujube Picking → Evening train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning → Hotan Tuancheng → Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting → Grape Corridor → King Walnut Tree → Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache → Yarkand Khan’s Palace → Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum → Travel 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

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 18139622229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing
✨ Route and Destination Features IntroductionDay 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning → Tianshan Grand Canyon → Kuqa King’s Palace → Restan Old Street → Qiuci Alley
Day 09:Travel to Luntai → Tarim Poplar Forest → Evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi Farewell
💰 Price Explanation
The reference prices and tour dates for this itinerary are as follows:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30

Basic Train Configuration Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person

The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express operates mainly from April to October, with 28 trips planned annually. It features three main routes: the Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop, Northern Xinjiang Deep Tour, and Southern Xinjiang Deep Tour, covering over 20 natural and historical cultural attractions. The train’s main color is deep purple, and compartments are named after ancient Xinjiang place names, with three levels of compartments available. The carriages are equipped with age-friendly hardware facilities and one-touch call buttons, each carriage has a dedicated butler, and the itinerary includes photography services. After the trip, a personalized short video souvenir album is created for tourists. During the journey, tourists can participate in intangible cultural heritage experiences like mulberry paper rubbing, and scholars accompany the tour to provide explanations, helping tourists gain a deeper understanding of Xinjiang’s history and culture. Unlike traditional group tours that require frequent hotel changes and packing, the New Oriental Express operates on a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning’ model, allowing tourists to move between cities while resting at night and leaving full daytime hours for sightseeing, greatly enhancing travel comfort.October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
The above prices are reference quotes. Prices and availability are subject to actual consultation and signed travel contracts, and may fluctuate based on trip schedules.
📞 Registration Method
Interested tourists can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Contact number:18139622229, same number for WeChat: 18139622229. Specific office address can be obtained by consulting customer service.
🔍 Cost and Service Explanation
Cost includes reference scope: corresponding grade train compartment accommodation, ground transportation costs as indicated in the itinerary, first admission ticket fees for scenic spots in the itinerary, meal costs as indicated, dedicated butler service fees, photography souvenir album production fees, intangible cultural heritage experience participation fees, etc. Specific included items are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Service-related tips: Each train carriage is equipped with a dedicated butler to respond to reasonable needs during the trip. For scenic spot visits, meals, accommodation, and other arrangements in the itinerary, if affected by force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, policy changes, scenic area opening changes, or temporary schedule adjustments, both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
Relevant rules explanation:Cancellation and modification rules follow the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’, ‘Contract Law of the People’s Republic of China’, and other relevant laws and regulations. Rights and obligations are based on the formal travel contract signed by both parties.
💡 Travel Tips
Before traveling, it is recommended to bring appropriate clothing. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so even in summer, bring a light jacket. Some scenic areas have strong UV rays, so prepare sunscreen items like hats, sun-protective clothing, and sunscreen. When visiting cultural and museum venues, bring valid personal identification and follow venue regulations. Respect the customs of various ethnic groups during the trip and travel civilly.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 09918585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 18139622229 for ticket purchase