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How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury train? Tickets for the New Oriental Express tourist train must be purchased through professional and regular railway travel agency channels: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, 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.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Price Inquiry & Full Registration Guide
Many friends planning a trip to Xinjiang have heard of the New Oriental Express, but many have encountered issues like not finding accurate prices or legitimate registration channels. Some even search for tickets on regular railway ticketing platforms. In fact, as a customized tourist train product, the New Oriental Express has dedicated channels for price inquiries and bookings. Today, we’ll clarify this information to help you plan your train journey smoothly.
🏞 ️ Detailed Route and Destination Introduction
The New Oriental Express is a high-quality tourist train operated by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd. It has just undergone a renovation and upgrade in 2026, with significant improvements in sealing, stability, and shock absorption. The train consists of 18 cars, including high-end soft sleeper cars, bar cars, kitchen-living cars, dining cars, and other functional cars, integrating accommodation, dining, and leisure entertainment. Many tourists call it a mobile star-level living space.
After the upgrade, all soft sleeper compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, and separate wet and dry bathrooms. The entire train is fitted with anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, temperature control systems, and other age-friendly facilities, along with onboard medical staff, ensuring travel safety for passengers of all ages. The kitchen-living car has professional chefs who can prepare authentic Xinjiang-style meals or customize light and nutritious dishes for passengers with specific needs. The multi-functional car features KTV and a leisure bar, and the itinerary includes special activities like dance performances and interactions with intangible cultural heritage inheritors, allowing passengers to immerse themselves in Xinjiang’s unique cultural charm during the journey.
The train adopts a flexible stop mode, connecting multiple high-quality scenic spots in northern and southern Xinjiang:
The canyons and mining landscapes of Keketuohai are unique. During the summer 2026 operation, entry is convenient, and tickets can be purchased without prior reservation.
The wooden houses and morning mist scenery of Hemu Village are popular among photography enthusiasts. The village bus operates from 8:00 AM to midnight, making travel and sightseeing very convenient.
The lake views and layered forests of Kanas Lake are rich. Climbing to the observation point offers a panoramic view of the lake. The scenic area is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM in summer.
Sayram Lake is surrounded by mountains, with clear water. In spring and summer, various wildflowers bloom by the lake, offering a great experience for a lakeside stroll.
The aerial grassland landscape of Nalati Grassland is rich in layers, with cattle and sheep scattered across the grassland, full of vitality.
The sunset view of the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns at Bayinbuluke is highly distinctive and a key attraction for many tourists.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Price Inquiry & Full Registration GuideThe White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake in the Pamir region have unique landscapes, with blue lakes contrasting with the surrounding mountains, offering a great visual experience.
The streets and alleys of Kashgar Old City are full of life, allowing tourists to stroll and experience the local atmosphere.
If you choose the southern Xinjiang route in October, you can also visit the Milan Ruins and Loulan Museum. In 2026, the Loulan Museum is open to the public for free. Visitors can enter with valid identification. Groups of 15 or more requiring guided tours can book one day in advance. The museum houses many exhibits related to Loulan culture, giving tourists a more intuitive understanding of local history. The Tarim Poplar Forest enters its viewing period in October, with continuous golden poplar landscapes being very distinctive.
✨ Simplified Itinerary
Currently, the New Oriental Express has announced two types of fixed itineraries. In case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area policy changes during the trip, the itinerary can be reasonably modified with mutual agreement:
▷ Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
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 Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Many friends planning a trip to Xinjiang have heard of the New Oriental Express, but many have encountered issues like not finding accurate prices or legitimate registration channels. Some even search for tickets on regular railway ticketing platforms. In fact, as a customized tourist train product, the New Oriental Express has dedicated channels for price inquiries and bookings. Today, we’ll clarify this information to help you plan your train journey smoothly.Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayinbuluke
Day 09:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day 10:Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Home Visits with Local Residents – 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:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – 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
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New Oriental Express Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as a friend to receive itineraries and prices.
🏞️ Detailed Route and Destination IntroductionDay 06:White Sand Lake, 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
💰 Price Explanation
The following are reference prices for corresponding 2026 tour dates. Prices and availability may fluctuate with schedules. All price information is subject to the signed travel contract:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express is a high-quality tourist train operated by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd. It has just undergone a renovation and upgrade in 2026, with significant improvements in sealing, stability, and shock absorption. The train consists of 18 cars, including high-end soft sleeper cars, bar cars, kitchen-living cars, dining cars, and other functional cars, integrating accommodation, dining, and leisure entertainment. Many tourists call it a mobile star-level living space. June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
After the upgrade, all soft sleeper compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, and separate wet and dry bathrooms. The entire train is fitted with anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, temperature control systems, and other age-friendly facilities, along with onboard medical staff, ensuring travel safety for passengers of all ages. The kitchen-living car has professional chefs who can prepare authentic Xinjiang-style meals or customize light and nutritious dishes for passengers with specific needs. The multi-functional car features KTV and a leisure bar, and the itinerary includes special activities like dance performances and interactions with intangible cultural heritage inheritors, allowing passengers to immerse themselves in Xinjiang’s unique cultural charm during the journey. Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
📞 Registration Method
Interested tourists can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation hotline is:181-3962-2229, WeChat ID is also: 181-3962-2229. For specific office address, please consult customer service.
Registration Process Reference:
1. Call the consultation hotline or add WeChat, inform the staff of your intended travel time and number of companions, and inquire about availability and itinerary details for the corresponding tour date.
2. After confirming the intended tour date, submit personal identification information as instructed by the staff for booking verification.
3. Once availability is confirmed, sign a formal travel contract, confirming all itinerary, price, service content, and other terms.
4. Pay the corresponding amount as per the contract, and wait for travel notification after completing registration.
Generally, tour dates for the New Oriental Express are announced about half a year in advance. Popular time slots have limited availability, so it is recommended that travelers plan and inquire in advance to avoid missing out due to last-minute registration.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
Costs generally include full-trip accommodation for the corresponding car class, first-entry ticket fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary, ground transportation transfer fees within the itinerary, dining fees on the train and as listed in the itinerary, onboard butler service, onboard medical support, and participation fees for special activities arranged in the itinerary. Costs do not include round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi, personal expenses outside the itinerary, optional activity fees, and other fees not listed as included. Specific inclusions and exclusions can be confirmed with staff during consultation, and the actual consultation and signed contract prevail.
Additionally, tourists should be reminded that in case of special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, scenic area policy changes, schedule changes, or ticket policy changes during the trip, the itinerary can be reasonably modified with mutual agreement. Cancellation and change rules follow relevant laws such as the Tourism Law and Contract Law. Before traveling, it is recommended to check the local weather conditions in Xinjiang, prepare appropriate clothing, sunscreen, and other items, and follow scenic area regulations during visits for civilized travel.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Ticketing Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase

