Xinjiang New Oriental Express Tourist Train Detailed Itinerary Price Registration Method

How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Train? The New Oriental Express tourist train requires purchasing tickets through professional 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 12306 or other channels. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Train Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour:Slowly Travel Across the Tianshan Mountains, Immerse in the Silk Road Scenery
Xinjiang has a vast territory and diverse landscapes, from the snowy mountains and lakes of Northern Xinjiang to the ancient cities of the Southern Xinjiang plateau. A complete traverse often faces practical challenges such as complex transportation connections, frequent accommodation changes, and cumbersome luggage handling. To enhance the comfort of long-distance travel, the 2026 “New Oriental Express” tourist train operates in a “mobile star hotel” mode, adopting a “travel by night, tour by day” rhythm. During the day, you deeply explore core scenic areas, and at night, you sleep peacefully on the train as it moves forward, achieving a relaxed tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
📍 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The 2026 New Oriental Express itinerary covers the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. The Northern Xinjiang section focuses on the pristine ecology of the Altay region—Hemu Village morning mist, Kanas Lake secrets, Colorful Beach sunset, showcasing a tapestry of forests, grasslands, and rivers; the Ili River Valley connects the azure waters of Sayram Lake with the pastoral charm of the Nalati Grassland. The Southern Xinjiang part delves into the eastern edge of the Pamir Plateau, passing through白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake, overlooking Muztagh Ata Peak, and exploring the historical streets and alleys of Kashgar Old City.
Depending on the season, the routes are divided into a summer version (May–September) and an October Southern Xinjiang cultural version. The summer version emphasizes Northern Xinjiang natural scenery and the full experience of the Duku Highway (usually opening in early June, subject to traffic authority announcements); the October itinerary focuses on Southern Xinjiang historical sites and autumn poplar forests, avoiding the summer peak crowds for a more relaxed pace.
All tour points are selected from mature scenic areas open normally in 2026, such as Kanas, Sayram Lake, Kuqa Grand Canyon, and Kashgar Old City, all of which have implemented a real-name reservation system, and the team will assist with the process. The itinerary design fully considers tourists’ physical strength and viewing quality, with daily travel time controlled within a reasonable range to avoid rushed tourism.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
Quick Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – 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

🚂 New Oriental Express Luxury Train 2026 Northern and Southern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour: Slowly Travel Across the Tianshan Mountains, Immerse in the Silk Road SceneryDay 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 -白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
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 Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan

Xinjiang has a vast territory and diverse landscapes, from the snowy mountains and lakes of Northern Xinjiang to the ancient cities of the Southern Xinjiang plateau. A complete traverse often faces practical challenges such as complex transportation connections, frequent accommodation changes, and cumbersome luggage handling. To enhance the comfort of long-distance travel, the 2026 “New Oriental Express” tourist train operates in a “mobile star hotel” mode, adopting a “travel by night, tour by day” rhythm. During the day, you deeply explore core scenic areas, and at night, you sleep peacefully on the train as it moves forward, achieving a relaxed tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunt – 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:白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Dwellings, evening 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 train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation
The 2026 New Oriental Express train is priced according to different departure dates and cabin types, as follows:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person

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📍 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations 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 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond 56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons 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 persons 30,000 RMB/person

The 2026 New Oriental Express itinerary covers the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. The Northern Xinjiang section focuses on the pristine ecology of the Altay region—Hemu Village morning mist, Kanas Lake secrets, Colorful Beach sunset, showcasing a tapestry of forests, grasslands, and rivers; the Ili River Valley connects the azure waters of Sayram Lake with the pastoral charm of the Nalati Grassland. The Southern Xinjiang part delves into the eastern edge of the Pamir Plateau, passing through白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake, overlooking Muztagh Ata Peak, and exploring the historical streets and alleys of Kashgar Old City.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 persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
> The above prices are for reference only; actual costs are subject to the signed travel contract and may fluctuate due to factors such as departure dates and room availability.
📞 Registration Method
The New Oriental Express tourist train can be consulted 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 tickets be purchased through public platforms like 12306.

Depending on the season, the routes are divided into a summer version (May–September) and an October Southern Xinjiang cultural version. The summer version emphasizes Northern Xinjiang natural scenery and the full experience of the Duku Highway (usually opening in early June, subject to traffic authority announcements); the October itinerary focuses on Southern Xinjiang historical sites and autumn poplar forests, avoiding the summer peak crowds for a more relaxed pace.Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat:181-3962-2229 (please note “New Oriental Express Inquiry” when adding)
It is recommended to contact customer service in advance to inquire about availability, cabin configurations, and the latest epidemic prevention or park entry policy requirements.
🧳 Cost and Service Description
The cost includes full-trip train cabin accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, scenic area shuttle buses, three meals per day (some dinners are specialty banquets), exclusive tour guide service, luggage handling, and train crew support. The carriages are equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, bathrooms, wet-dry separate toilets, and feature dining cars, bar cars, and multi-functional entertainment areas to enhance travel comfort.
Please note that whether some experience items (such as boat rides, intangible cultural heritage crafts, home visits, etc.) are included depends on the actual signed contract. Meals during free time, personal expenses, and items not listed are at your own expense.
All arrangements are based on the current opening status of scenic areas in 2026. In case of temporary closures or traffic controls, the travel agency will, while protecting tourists’ rights, negotiate with tourists to change the itinerary order or replace with equivalent-value attractions.
✨ Warm Tips
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing;
Some sections have high altitudes (such as the Pamir Plateau); please inform staff in advance if you have special health conditions;
The train operates on a real-name boarding system; please bring valid identification;
The itinerary has a moderate pace, suitable for families, friends traveling together, and tourists seeking quality travel.
The New Oriental Express is not just a journey but a way to travel the world with ease. Crossing the Tianshan Mountains in a moving “home,” let the scenery be on the road, and truly relax both body and mind.
> For specific service content, prices, and itinerary details, please refer to actual consultation and the signed contract.
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