New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour How to Buy Tickets Official Ticket Purchase Guide and Registration Portal Details
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express? The New Oriental Express tourist train must be booked through the professional railway travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + service’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚄 Traveling slowly through the Tianshan Mountains north and south on a ‘mobile star-rated hotel’ — 2026 New Oriental Express 14-day North and South Xinjiang Tour Booking Guide
Want to experience the diverse landscapes of Xinjiang, including snowy mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and oases, all at a relaxed pace with attentive service? In 2026, the ‘New Oriental Express’ tourist train continues its ‘travel by day, sleep by night, train follows the traveler’ model, offering an immersive deep experience. This train is not an ordinary one but a luxury tourist train built to high-star hotel standards, equipped with en-suite cabins, wide panoramic windows, comfortable beds, and a dining and bar car, making the journey itself a pleasure.
🌄 Route or Destination Details
The 14-day North and South Xinjiang loop launched by the New Oriental Express in 2026 spans the Tianshan Mountains, connecting key landscapes across multiple geographic units:
Northern Xinjiang section: Starting from Urumqi, passing through the granite canyons of Keketuohai, the misty wooden houses of Hemu Village, the emerald waters of Kanas Lake, and the Yadan landforms of Colorful Beach; then crossing Jinghe to encounter Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ entering the Ili River Valley to explore the Nalati Grassland, and reaching Bayanbulak along the middle section of the Duku Highway.
Southern Xinjiang section:The train heads west to Kashgar, along the Pamir Plateau highway to visit Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, with distant views of Muztagh Ata; after returning to Kashgar, it passes through Turpan and finally returns to Urumqi.
The entire journey uses a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model, focusing on visiting key attractions during the day and sleeping peacefully on the stable train at night, avoiding the hassle of frequent luggage handling and hotel changes. It is especially suitable for families or elderly travelers seeking a relaxed pace and deep experience.
> Note:Specific attraction openings and road conditions (e.g., Duku Highway) are greatly affected by season and weather. For example, in May, due to some mountain roads not fully thawed, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted based on actual conditions, and confirmation will be made with travelers before departure.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
🚄 Traveling slowly through the Tianshan Mountains north and south on a ‘mobile star-rated hotel’ — 2026 New Oriental Express 14-day North and South Xinjiang Tour Booking GuideDay 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
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
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Want to experience the diverse landscapes of Xinjiang, including snowy mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, ancient cities, and oases, all at a relaxed pace with attentive service? In 2026, the ‘New Oriental Express’ tourist train continues its ‘travel by day, sleep by night, train follows the traveler’ model, offering an immersive deep experience. This train is not an ordinary one but a luxury tourist train built to high-star hotel standards, equipped with en-suite cabins, wide panoramic windows, comfortable beds, and a dining and bar car, making the journey itself a pleasure.Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 Price Description
Based on the latest group schedules, the reference prices for the 2026 New Oriental Express 14-day North and South Xinjiang Tour are as follows (subject to contract):
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
🌄 Route or Destination Details Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
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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
The 14-day North and South Xinjiang loop launched by the New Oriental Express in 2026 spans the Tianshan Mountains, connecting key landscapes across multiple geographic units: Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25 (Southern Xinjiang Deep Tour)
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 persons 20,000 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary slightly due to schedule, room type, and service content. The final price is based on the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
Inquiries and registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact Number:181-3962-2229
Northern Xinjiang section: Starting from Urumqi, passing through the granite canyons of Keketuohai, the misty wooden houses of Hemu Village, the emerald waters of Kanas Lake, and the Yadan landforms of Colorful Beach; then crossing Jinghe to encounter Sayram Lake, known as ‘the last tear of the Atlantic,’ entering the Ili River Valley to explore the Nalati Grassland, and reaching Bayanbulak along the middle section of the Duku Highway.WeChat same as number:181-3962-2229
Address information can be obtained by contacting customer service.
This special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + service’ and does not sell train tickets separately. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels.
🧾 Cost and Service Description
The cost includes round-trip transportation (special train), full accommodation (in the carriage), first admission tickets to attractions, guide service, meals, and basic on-board services. The carriage features a dining car, bar car, and multi-functional entertainment area, with dedicated carriage attendants and special activities such as intangible cultural heritage crafts and ethnic dance interactions to enrich the travel experience.
> Specific service content, attraction arrangements, and cost details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Itinerary changes due to weather, road conditions, policies, or attraction openings may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement.
✅ Warm Tips
It is recommended to complete registration and confirmation at least 15 days in advance to reserve seats;
Check local weather and traffic announcements before travel to plan your itinerary;
All itinerary details and service standards are based on the ‘Travel Contract’;
If you have special dietary or health needs, please inform us proactively during registration.
✨ The New Oriental Express is not just a journey but a mobile luxury experience. On the vast land of Xinjiang, slow down and let the scenery sink into your heart.
2026 New Oriental Express Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase
