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Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, Train Department Manager Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary materials)
To successfully board the New Orient Express, the registration process and fare details are key. This practical guide will clarify everything for you, helping you plan with ease.
📝 What is the New Orient Express?
The New Orient Express is a luxury tourist train, hailed as a ‘mobile five-star hotel,’ integrating accommodation, transportation, and dining to let you enjoy comfort and convenience during your journey.
🚂 Operating Mode:It adopts a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ mode—rest on the train at night and arrive at destinations for in-depth tours during the day, effectively saving time and energy.
🏨 Onboard Facilities:The carriages are all compartment-style with private bathrooms. The train also features dining cars, bar cars, and observation cars, offering Chinese and Western cuisine as well as leisure and entertainment services.
🗺 ️ Route Coverage:The routes mainly focus on Northern and Southern Xinjiang, connecting key attractions like Urumqi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Duku Highway, Kashgar, and the Pamir Plateau in one trip.
👨 👩👧👦 Suitable For:Due to the relatively relaxed pace and the availability of senior-friendly facilities and onboard medical staff, it is very suitable for family trips and middle-aged and elderly travelers.
🗺 ️ Itinerary Overview
This route offers two itinerary options for you to choose based on your interests.
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
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 – Colorful Beach – New Orient Express Special Train
To successfully board the New Orient Express, the registration process and fare details are key. This practical guide will clarify everything for you, helping you plan with ease.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 – Baisha 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
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day 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 – Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
📝 What is the New Orient Express?Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai 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:To Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> Reminder:The itinerary order, attractions, and number of days may change based on actual conditions. Please refer to the travel contract and on-site arrangements.
💰 Price Explanation
Below are the prices and departure dates for the ‘New Orient’ route.
Prices and Departure 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
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Guo Jing at 181 3962 2229, add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing
The New Orient Express is a luxury tourist train, hailed as a ‘mobile five-star hotel,’ integrating accommodation, transportation, and dining to let you enjoy comfort and convenience during your journey. 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
🚂 Operating Mode: It adopts a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ mode—rest on the train at night and arrive at destinations for in-depth tours during the day, effectively saving time and energy. 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
> Price Explanation:
> * Prices vary by departure date and carriage class. Typically, peak season from June to September has higher prices, while October autumn departures are lower.
> * Within the same compartment, the first two adults are charged at full price, while the third and fourth accompanying persons enjoy a discounted rate.
> * The above are current prices; actual costs are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
Included Items Reference
Transportation:New Orient Express compartment seat and tour bus within the itinerary (may be a business vehicle on the Duku Highway section).
Accommodation:Hotels or unique accommodations listed in the itinerary (e.g., Hemu log cabins) and train accommodation.
Meals:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as indicated in the itinerary, including specialty meals.
Tickets:First entrance tickets and necessary shuttle bus tickets for listed attractions.
Services:Full-trip guide, butler service, travel agency liability insurance, and travel accident insurance.
> Exclusions:Round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi, personal expenses, and self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary. Specific inclusions and exclusions are subject to the contract.
📞 Registration Method
You can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for consultation and registration via the following methods:
🏨 Onboard Facilities: The carriages are all compartment-style with private bathrooms. The train also features dining cars, bar cars, and observation cars, offering Chinese and Western cuisine as well as leisure and entertainment services.Consultation Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat Consultation:181-3962-2229
> Reminder:It is recommended to inquire in advance so that customer service can check availability, room types, and detailed cost information.
📋 Detailed Registration Process
1. 📞 Consultation and Selection
Contact customer service, inform them of the number of travelers, preferred month, itinerary preference (Summer Edition/Southern Xinjiang Edition), and budget. Customer service will recommend suitable departure dates and room types.
2. 📄 Confirmation and Contract
After selection, customer service will provide a detailed itinerary and cost breakdown. Once confirmed, both parties will sign an electronic contract filed on the national tourism regulatory platform.
3. 💳 Payment and Lock-in
Pay a deposit or full amount as per the contract. After successful payment, you will receive a seat lock-in voucher; please keep it safe.
4. 📬 Pre-trip Preparation
Before departure, customer service will set up a service group and send a departure notice, including gathering information, luggage checklist, etc. Prepare required documents and items as instructed.
💡 Practical Tips
📅 Book Early:Popular departure dates (e.g., June-September) have limited seats; it is advisable to inquire and book several months in advance.
🧳 Pack Light:The train provides bedding; it is recommended to bring a personal toiletries kit, common medications, warm clothing, and comfortable shoes.
🩺 Monitor Health:If you have underlying health conditions, inform the travel agency in advance. Follow medical advice during the trip and act within your limits.
📜 Prepare Documents:Some Xinjiang attractions require thorough document checks; be sure to carry original valid documents at all times.
Those interested in taking the New Orient Express tourist train are welcome to consult the train manager: Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
