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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 + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚄 Traveling through Xinjiang on a “mobile star-rated hotel” — 2026 New Oriental Express luxury train travel guide
If you long for a deep Xinjiang journey with a relaxed pace, attentive service, and comprehensive scenery coverage, the “New Oriental Express” luxury tourist train might be your ideal choice. This train, hailed as a “mobile star-rated hotel on the Silk Road,” follows the core concept of “departing in the evening and arriving in the morning, with in-depth daytime exploration,” allowing tourists to traverse the Tianshan Mountains in comfort, easily visiting northern Xinjiang’s lakes and grasslands and southern Xinjiang’s ancient cultural cities.
🌄 Route and destination highlights
In 2026, the New Oriental Express will offer two main routes based on the season: the summer edition (May–September) and the October southern Xinjiang cultural edition, focusing on natural scenery and historical-cultural experiences respectively.
The summer edition route covers the essence of northern Xinjiang: from the granite canyons of Keketuohai to the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village; from the emerald waters and forests of Kanas Lake to the azure surface of Sayram Lake; then through Nalati Grassland and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak, finally delving into the Pamir Plateau to overlook Muztagh Ata Peak. The itinerary balances ecological diversity with visual impact.
The October southern Xinjiang itinerary shifts to historical depth:Visit Silk Road relics like the Jiaohe Ruins, Loulan Museum, and Yotkan Ancient City, stroll through the alleys of Kashgar’s old town to experience the living texture of this millennia-old trade hub, and traverse the Tarim Poplar Forest to capture the golden autumn light.
All attractions are arranged according to the 2026 scenic area opening announcements. For example, the Duku Highway is expected to open in early June (subject to official traffic department notices), and the itinerary includes reasonable flexibility for changes. The team will assist with real-name reservation procedures to ensure smooth visits.
📅 Simplified itinerary (strictly based on the finalized original text)
Quick itinerary (summer edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
🚄 Traveling through Xinjiang on a “mobile star-rated hotel” — 2026 New Oriental Express luxury train travel 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 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 train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express train
If you long for a deep Xinjiang journey with a relaxed pace, attentive service, and comprehensive scenery coverage, the “New Oriental Express” luxury tourist train might be your ideal choice. This train, hailed as a “mobile star-rated hotel on the Silk Road,” follows the core concept of “departing in the evening and arriving in the morning, with in-depth daytime exploration,” allowing tourists to traverse the Tianshan Mountains in comfort, easily visiting northern Xinjiang’s lakes and grasslands and southern Xinjiang’s ancient cultural cities.Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October southern Xinjiang itinerary
Day 01:Gather 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 – Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05: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 Town, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
🌄 Route and destination highlightsDay 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
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Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 Price explanation (based on 2026 finalized data)
In 2026, the New Oriental Express offers multiple price options based on departure dates and cabin types:
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
In 2026, the New Oriental Express will offer two main routes based on the season: the summer edition (May–September) and the October southern Xinjiang cultural edition, focusing on natural scenery and historical-cultural experiences respectively. Premium Gold Diamond 67,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 62,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond 69,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 63,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond 71,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 65,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25 (Southern Xinjiang Cultural Edition)
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
The summer edition route covers the essence of northern Xinjiang: from the granite canyons of Keketuohai to the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village; from the emerald waters and forests of Kanas Lake to the azure surface of Sayram Lake; then through Nalati Grassland and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak, finally delving into the Pamir Plateau to overlook Muztagh Ata Peak. The itinerary balances ecological diversity with visual impact.> Note:The above prices are for reference only. Actual costs may vary slightly due to schedule, availability, and service details. Please refer to the signed travel contract for specifics.
📞 Registration method
The New Oriental Express tourist train can be inquired about and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. This route adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately, nor can it be purchased through regular railway channels like 12306.
If interested, contact customer service for detailed information:
📱 Phone / WeChat:181-3962-2229
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ℹ️ Cost and service explanation
Cost includes:Full-trip train accommodation, hotel stays, first admission tickets to attractions, inter-scenic transportation, selected specialty meals, guide services, on-board medical support, etc.
Carriage configuration:Equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, separate wet and dry areas, dining car, bar car, and multi-functional entertainment area. Bedding uses high-quality brands, with details like sleep-aid aromatherapy and eye masks.
The itinerary may require reasonable changes due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies. The travel agency will optimize the route in consultation with tourists while protecting their rights.
Specific service content, room arrangements, meal standards, etc., are subject to the terms of the actual signed contract.
The New Oriental Express is not just a trip but an immersive dialogue with culture and nature. Whether chasing the greenery of summer grasslands and lakes or exploring the depth of southern Xinjiang’s ancient cities in autumn, this journey will reveal Xinjiang’s diverse faces at a relaxed pace. For more schedule availability or customization details, feel free to contact customer service.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train booking 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
