Oriental Express Ticket Purchase Notice Price Details Table

Guo Jing, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Special Train Department: 181 3962 2229. (Copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary materials)
🚂 Taking the New Oriental Express, which connects the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, is an ideal way to travel for many. However, understanding the ‘fare breakdown table’ and completing the ticket purchase smoothly, given different carriages, schedules, and prices, is a concern for many first-time experiencers. This ticket purchase guide will explain it in detail for you.
📜 What is the New Oriental Express?
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourist special train operating in Xinjiang, with specially modified carriages, known as a ‘mobile five-star hotel.’
Operating Mode:It adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, allowing you to rest in comfortable compartments and visit attractions energetically during the day, effectively avoiding the fatigue of long-distance travel.
Core Experience:The train is equipped with functional carriages such as a dining car, bar car, and observation car, providing high-quality dining and leisure experiences. The itinerary typically covers representative Xinjiang attractions like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Duku Highway, Kashgar Old City, and the Pamir Plateau.
Target Audience:Suitable for travelers who wish to explore Xinjiang comfortably and in-depth within a limited time.
🗺 ️ Brief Itinerary Overview
This route offers two itinerary options, arranged as follows:
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas

🚂 Taking the New Oriental Express, which connects the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, is an ideal way to travel for many. However, understanding the ‘fare breakdown table’ and completing the ticket purchase smoothly, given different carriages, schedules, and prices, is a concern for many first-time experiencers. This ticket purchase guide will explain it in detail for you.Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental 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 Oriental 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 Oriental 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, then evening special train to Ruoqiang

📜 What is the New Oriental Express?Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, then evening special 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:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences, then 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, then evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
💰 Fare Breakdown and Schedules
The fare and schedule information for this route is as follows. All prices are for reference only; actual costs are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
💎 Gold Diamond Series Carriages
| Carriage Class | Compartment Configuration | May 6 & May 14 | June 1 & June 30 | June 11 & June 25 | September 3 | October 15 & October 25 |

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Contact Manager Guo Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 181 3962 2229, add as a friend, and receive itineraries and quotes.
| Premium Gold Diamond | 3 Custom Carriages | 59,999 RMB/person | 67,999 RMB/person | 69,999 RMB/person | 71,999 RMB/person | 44,999 RMB/person |
| Xiyue Gold Diamond | 4 Custom Carriages | 54,999 RMB/person | 62,999 RMB/person | 63,999 RMB/person | 65,999 RMB/person | 39,999 RMB/person |
| Boyue Gold Diamond | 5 Custom Carriages | 49,999 RMB/person | 56,999 RMB/person | 58,999 RMB/person | 59,999 RMB/person | 36,999 RMB/person |
👨 ‍👩‍👧‍👦 Companion Discount
Boyue Gold Diamond & Xiyue Gold Diamond:For the 3rd and 4th guests, the price is 30,000 RMB/person.
October Schedule Boyue Gold Diamond:For the 3rd and 4th guests, the price is 20,000 RMB/person.
📅 Schedule Interpretation
May & June:Prices are relatively moderate, suitable for travelers balancing cost-effectiveness and comfort.
September:Prices slightly increase, with pleasant weather and beautiful scenery.
October:Prices drop, making it an ideal choice for travelers on a budget who want to experience the special train.
📌 Warm Tips
The above are reference package prices ‘including designated items in the itinerary,’ typically covering special train seats, hotel accommodation, most meals, attraction tickets, and travel insurance.

Operating Mode: Adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode, allowing you to rest in comfortable compartments and visit attractions energetically during the day, effectively avoiding the fatigue of long-distance travel. Prices may fluctuate due to policies, market conditions, etc. Please confirm the final details with the travel agency before signing the contract.
📝 How to Understand the Fare Breakdown Table?
After receiving the fare table, you can follow these steps to make a judgment:
1. Select Travel Time: First, determine your vacation and choose a matching schedule.
2. Determine Budget and Group Size: Initially filter carriage class based on your budget.
Premium Gold Diamond:Highest privacy and comfort, suitable for travelers with ample budget.
Xiyue Gold Diamond:Balances space and price, a popular choice.
Boyue Gold Diamond:High cost-effectiveness, suitable for family or group travel.
3. Check Discount Policies: Pay attention to companion discounts, especially for family trips, which can save significant costs.
4. Confirm Inclusions: Be sure to ask the travel agency what is included and excluded in the quoted price, such as round-trip transportation, personal expenses, etc., to avoid subsequent complaints.
📞 Registration and Consultation
You can consult and register for the ‘New Oriental’ route through the following methods:
Registration Channel:Consult and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.

Core Experience: The train is equipped with functional carriages such as a dining car, bar car, and observation car, providing high-quality dining and leisure experiences. The itinerary typically covers representative Xinjiang attractions like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Duku Highway, Kashgar Old City, and the Pamir Plateau.Contact Information:
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2229
Consultation Points:
Confirm schedule and availability.
Clarify the specific items included in the price.
Understand the cancellation and modification rules and related terms in the contract.
💡 Cost and Service Description
Inclusions:Typically include special train seats, hotels, most meals, attraction tickets within the itinerary, and basic travel insurance. Specific items are subject to the contract.
Exclusions:Round-trip transportation to Xinjiang, personal expenses, and optional items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Service Standards:Reputable travel agencies usually provide experienced guides and staff for full-service support. Specific service details can be agreed upon in the contract.
⚠ ️ Ticket Purchase Precautions
1. Book Early: Gold Diamond carriage seats are limited, especially during peak tourist seasons. It is recommended to consult and book several months in advance.
2. Choose Legitimate Channels: Be sure to register through a qualified travel agency and sign a unified electronic contract on the national tourism regulatory platform to protect your rights.
3. Monitor Policies and Weather: The itinerary may be affected by railway orders, scenic area policies, weather, and road conditions. Please refer to notifications and contract terms.
4. View Promotions Rationally: For promises like ‘no shopping stops throughout the trip,’ rely on the written contract. If you have special requirements, it is advisable to note them in writing in advance.
Friends who want to take the New Oriental Express tourist special train are welcome to consult the special train manager: Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 (Copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)