2026 New Oriental Xinjiang Tourism Special Train North South Xinjiang 15 Day Tour How to Book Tickets

Guo Jing, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Special Train Department, 181 3962 2229, (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary materials)
If you want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities at once, many people think of the ‘New Oriental Express’ for ‘traveling Xinjiang by train.’ It’s not an ordinary train, but a high-end travel product combining ‘luxury hotel + tourist special train,’ covering both northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing you to enjoy Xinjiang’s diverse scenery in comfort.
🗺 ️ Route Highlights Overview
✨ Mobile Five-Star Hotel
The New Oriental Express is known as a ‘mobile luxury hotel.’ The carriages are built to high-end hotel standards, offering bathrooms, wide-view windows, comfortable beds, and complete facilities. The train usually also has dining cars and bar cars, providing high-quality service during the journey.
🚂 “Travel by Night, Tour by Day” Worry-Free Mode
It adopts a ‘train follows people, stops at night, travels by day’ approach, letting you rest on the smooth train at night and explore attractions energetically during the day, effectively avoiding the hassle of frequent hotel changes. It’s especially suitable for travelers who want a slow-paced, in-depth trip.
🏞 ️ Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Trip
The itinerary balances the magnificent natural scenery of northern Xinjiang with the profound cultural heritage of southern Xinjiang, allowing you to experience snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, deserts, ancient cities, and more in one trip.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Quick Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day 01:Gather 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 – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train

If you want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities at once, many people think of the ‘New Oriental Express’ for ‘traveling Xinjiang by train.’ It’s not an ordinary train, but a high-end travel product combining ‘luxury hotel + tourist special train,’ covering both northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing you to enjoy Xinjiang’s diverse scenery in comfort.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: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 – Amanishahan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar

🗺️ Route Highlights OverviewDay 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High-Altitude Residential Area, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
💰 Price Explanation
Our company’s ‘New Oriental’ routes for 2026 have some scheduled departures and reference prices as follows. Actual prices may fluctuate due to holidays and other factors; please refer to the contract or confirmation on the day.
Summer Northern Xinjiang + Southern Xinjiang Direction
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

✨ Mobile Five-Star HotelPremium 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, send itinerary and price
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):56,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person: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 Person: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 Person:30,000 RMB/person
October Southern Xinjiang Direction

The New Oriental Express is known as a ‘mobile luxury hotel.’ The carriages are built to high-end hotel standards, offering bathrooms, wide-view windows, comfortable beds, and complete facilities. The train usually also has dining cars and bar cars, providing high-quality service during the journey. October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):36,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:20,000 RMB/person
💡 Warm Tips
The above are reference prices for some 2026 departures. Actual departures and prices may change; please refer to the signed contract.
Price policies for children, foreigners, and compatriots from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan differ; it’s recommended to consult customer service directly for accurate information.
📞 Registration Method
You can consult and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consultation Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat Consultation:181-3962-2229
Registration Process
1. Consultation: Call or add WeChat to get itinerary materials, departures, and prices.
2. Confirmation: Confirm travel dates, number of people, room type, and final price.

🚂 “Travel by Night, Tour by Day” Worry-Free Mode3. Sign and Pay: Submit personal information, sign an electronic contract online, and pay as agreed.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Receive the ‘Group Departure Notice’ before departure and prepare relevant documents and items as required.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
Included Items (subject to the contract)
Transportation:New Oriental Express corresponding seat, Xinjiang local tour bus (including Duku Highway section).
Accommodation:Special train accommodation and hotels listed in the itinerary (mostly high-rated or characteristic hotels online).
Meals:Breakfasts, main meals, and some specialty meals included in the itinerary.
Tickets:First entrance tickets and necessary shuttle buses for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Full-tour guide, special train butler, travel agency liability insurance, etc.
Excluded Items (subject to the contract)
Round-trip transportation costs to/from Xinjiang (air/train tickets).
(If you request a single room).
Personal expenses and self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., weather, policies, etc.).
Services and Tips
Weather, road conditions, and scenic spot opening times mentioned in the itinerary may change; both parties can negotiate reasonable itinerary changes.
Specific cancellation and modification rules are based on the ‘Travel Contract’ and relevant laws such as the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.’
Those interested in taking the New Oriental Express tourist special train are welcome to consult the special train manager: Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)