2026 Senior Premium Xinjiang Tour, New Oriental Express 14 Day Tour Price Comparison Table for All Tiers
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Train? The New Oriental Express tourist train requires purchasing tickets through professional and regular railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s 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 + service’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Train Travel Guide | Explore the Panoramic Scenery of Northern and Southern Xinjiang on a Mobile Star Hotel
Many friends planning a trip to Xinjiang face similar troubles: the vast distance between northern and southern Xinjiang, ordinary itineraries requiring hundreds of kilometers of travel daily, frequent packing and hotel changes, and the desire to balance natural scenery with cultural experiences without a too-tight schedule. The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express luxury train perfectly suits those seeking a comfortable and in-depth Xinjiang tour. No need to repeatedly pack luggage; travel at night and stop at scenic spots during the day, connecting the grasslands and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the ancient cities and culture of southern Xinjiang for a more hassle-free travel experience.
✨ Core Route Highlights Introduction
The upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express uses a third-generation car body, with an exterior blending Tianshan snow lotus and traditional wood carving patterns, featuring a rich purple and Western gold paint scheme for high recognition. The entire train consists of 18 cars, including high-end soft sleeper cars, a bar leisure car, a kitchen living car, and themed dining cars, integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment. The train is equipped with silent track technology for smooth and low-noise travel, along with a full-train constant temperature system and large panoramic windows, allowing passengers to comfortably enjoy the Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountain scenery along the way from their cabins without missing the views.
To meet the travel needs of passengers of different ages, the train has added age-friendly facilities, including anti-slip handrails in the corridors, emergency call systems in each cabin, and onboard medical staff to ensure the health of elderly passengers. Each sleeping car is assigned a dedicated butler available 24/7 to respond to various passenger needs, whether for luggage arrangement, itinerary inquiries, or daily requests.
In terms of dining, the dining car is staffed with a professional chef team, offering both Xinjiang specialties like hand-grabbed rice, roast lamb, and big plate chicken, as well as lighter dishes for different tastes. The standard meal cost on the train is 120 yuan per person, and on land sections, it is 80-120 yuan per person. The entire trip includes 14 breakfasts and 27 main meals, plus exclusive experiences like a Southern Xinjiang welcome banquet and specialty flavor meals, allowing passengers to try local delicacies such as high white salmon and roast pigeon. For leisure, the multi-functional car features a bar counter and KTV area, with themed activities like intangible cultural heritage interactions and song and dance performances during the journey to enrich the travel experience.
In terms of itinerary design, the train operates on a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ logic, with most travel at night and stops at scenic spots for in-depth exploration during the day. Passengers don’t need to pack luggage and change hotels daily, easily visiting various spots in northern and southern Xinjiang. The route connects key sites like Keketuohai, Hemu, Kanas, Wucaitan, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Baisha Lake, Pamir Scenic Area, Kashgar Old City, Jiaohe Ruins, Karez Well, and Tarim Poplar Forest, covering diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and deserts, allowing travelers to experience multiple types of scenery in one trip.
Meanwhile, in 2026, several Xinjiang scenic spots have introduced different preferential policies. For example, Nalati Scenic Area offers joint ticket discounts with Yili Botanical Garden and Nalati National Wetland Park; Sayram Lake offers free admission for medical workers and teachers on corresponding holidays; Kanas and Hemu offer free admission for aid-Xinjiang cadres and veterans; and Yutegan Ancient City offers an 8.8% discount on tickets for travelers holding arrival tickets to Xinjiang. Eligible passengers should prepare relevant documents before travel, with specific policies subject to on-site announcements.
📅 Simple Itinerary
The train offers two types of itineraries based on different travel seasons, allowing you to choose according to your travel time:
▶️ Summer Itinerary (Suitable for May-September travel)
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Train Travel Guide | Explore the Panoramic Scenery of Northern and Southern Xinjiang on a Mobile Star HotelDay 01:Arrive in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Wucaitan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayinbuluke
Day 09:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan – Home Visits with Local Residents – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Many friends planning a trip to Xinjiang face similar troubles: the vast distance between northern and southern Xinjiang, ordinary itineraries requiring hundreds of kilometers of travel daily, frequent packing and hotel changes, and the desire to balance natural scenery with cultural experiences without a too-tight schedule. The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express luxury train perfectly suits those seeking a comfortable and in-depth Xinjiang tour. No need to repeatedly pack luggage; travel at night and stop at scenic spots during the day, connecting the grasslands and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the ancient cities and culture of southern Xinjiang for a more hassle-free travel experience.Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
▶️ October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary (Suitable for autumn poplar viewing and experiencing Southern Xinjiang culture)
Day 01:Arrive in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yulongkashi River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yutegan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkand Khan Palace – Amanishahan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient 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
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✨ Core Route Highlights IntroductionDay 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 Price Explanation
The following are reference prices for different periods. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with schedules. The signed contract prevails:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 yuan/person, third/fourth person 30,000 yuan/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 yuan/person
The upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express uses a third-generation car body, with an exterior blending Tianshan snow lotus and traditional wood carving patterns, featuring a rich purple and Western gold paint scheme for high recognition. The entire train consists of 18 cars, including high-end soft sleeper cars, a bar leisure car, a kitchen living car, and themed dining cars, integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment. The train is equipped with silent track technology for smooth and low-noise travel, along with a full-train constant temperature system and large panoramic windows, allowing passengers to comfortably enjoy the Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountain scenery along the way from their cabins without missing the views. Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 yuan/person, third/fourth person 30,000 yuan/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 69,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 63,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 58,999 yuan/person, third/fourth person 30,000 yuan/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 71,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 65,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 59,999 yuan/person, third/fourth person 30,000 yuan/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 44,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 39,999 yuan/person
To meet the travel needs of passengers of different ages, the train has added age-friendly facilities, including anti-slip handrails in the corridors, emergency call systems in each cabin, and onboard medical staff to ensure the health of elderly passengers. Each sleeping car is assigned a dedicated butler available 24/7 to respond to various passenger needs, whether for luggage arrangement, itinerary inquiries, or daily requests. Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 36,999 yuan/person, third/fourth person 20,000 yuan/person
📞 Registration Method
Travelers interested can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Contact number:181-3962-2229, same WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Specific store addresses can be obtained from customer service.
📝 Cost and Service Explanation
Reference services include:
1. Transportation: Full-trip New Oriental Express corresponding cabin accommodation, 2+1 air-conditioned tourist bus for land sections. Round-trip transportation to/from Urumqi is not included in the reference cost.
2. Accommodation: Hotel/guesthouse stays on land sections as indicated in the itinerary.
3. Tickets: First admission tickets to scenic spots as indicated in the itinerary. Internal scenic area shuttle buses, private experience projects, and unmarked items are at your own expense.
4. Meals: Full-trip meals as indicated in the itinerary. Personal consumption of beverages, extra meals, etc., are at your own expense.
5. Services: Full-trip tour guide service, train butler service, onboard medical service.
6. Insurance: Includes travel accident insurance.
The above services are for reference only. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract. In case of uncertainties such as weather, road conditions, policies, scenic spot openings, schedule changes, or ticket policies, both parties may reasonably adjust the itinerary upon agreement. Cancellation and change rules follow relevant laws such as the Tourism Law and Contract Law.
Before traveling, it is recommended to prepare sunscreen, comfortable outdoor shoes, and warm clothing. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so even in summer, bring a light jacket. During the trip, follow scenic spot management regulations and travel responsibly.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase.
