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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 agency channels: 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 + service’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express:A mobile living space traversing the four seasons of Xinjiang
Tired of frequently changing hotels and dragging luggage to tourist attractions? Want to experience the vastness and diversity of Xinjiang in a more relaxed way? The newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express tourist train, with its ‘mobile living space’ concept, offers travelers a travel experience with a balanced pace. The entire train is equipped with cabins featuring private bathrooms, panoramic windows, dining cars, and lounge areas. Explore scenic spots during the day and sleep comfortably on the train at night, with no need to move large luggage daily. The average walking distance is kept within a comfortable range, making it especially suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly groups who prefer a slow-paced trip.
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The New Oriental Express route runs through the Tianshan Mountains, connecting the snowy lakes of northern Xinjiang with the desert oases of southern Xinjiang, covering multiple natural and cultural attractions.
Keketuohai:Famous for its canyons, rivers, and geological relics, lush green in summer and colorful in autumn.
Hemu Village and Kanas:Traditional villages inhabited by the Tuva people, shrouded in morning mist, with lake and mountain scenery changing with the seasons, ideal for photography and meditation.
Colorful Beach:Yadan landform displays rich colors of red, orange, yellow, and green under the sunset, with the Irtysh River flowing through, creating distinct landscape layers.
Sayram Lake:A high-altitude cold-water lake, with wildflowers blooming on the lakeside in spring and summer, and the lake water as blue as a mirror, suitable for lake tours or lakeside tea breaks.
Nalati and Bayanbulak:The former is a grassland of rolling meadows and spruce forests, while the latter is famous for its wetland rivers and the ‘Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns’.
Duku Highway:Crossing the Tianshan Mountains, the middle and southern sections connect Nalati and Kuqa respectively, with winding roads and wide views.
Along the Pamir Plateau (Kashgar-Tashkurgan):White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake reflect Muztagh Ata Peak, with highland lakes and snow-capped mountains forming a magnificent picture.

🚂 2026 New Oriental Express: A mobile living space traversing the four seasons of XinjiangTurpan and Southern Xinjiang Cultural Sites:Jiaohe Ancient City and Karez Well reflect ancient wisdom, while the streets of Kashgar Old City retain traditional living patterns.
The itinerary design focuses on a balanced pace, avoiding high-intensity hiking, with shuttle buses used within scenic spots to reduce physical exertion. Specific tour arrangements may change due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, and reasonable optimization can be made upon mutual agreement.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Summer Edition)
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 Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak

Tired of frequently changing hotels and dragging luggage to tourist attractions? Want to experience the vastness and diversity of Xinjiang in a more relaxed way? The newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express tourist train, with its ‘mobile living space’ concept, offers travelers a travel experience with a balanced pace. The entire train is equipped with cabins featuring private bathrooms, panoramic windows, dining cars, and lounge areas. Explore scenic spots during the day and sleep comfortably on the train at night, with no need to move large luggage daily. The average walking distance is kept within a comfortable range, making it especially suitable for families and middle-aged and elderly groups who prefer a slow-paced trip.Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day 10:Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
> Note:The October schedule implements a southern Xinjiang poplar forest themed itinerary, with different content; details can be confirmed upon inquiry.
💰 Price Description (2026 Reference)
Based on the current schedule, the New Oriental Express offers multiple cabin options, with prices varying by travel month and room type:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person

🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New Oriental Express Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to receive itineraries and quotes
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
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

The New Oriental Express route runs through the Tianshan Mountains, connecting the snowy lakes of northern Xinjiang with the desert oases of southern Xinjiang, covering multiple natural and cultural attractions. 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 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

Keketuohai: Famous for its canyons, rivers, and geological relics, lush green in summer and colorful in autumn. Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges, including train soft sleeper, full land transportation, accommodation, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, guide service, and basic meals. The final cost is subject to the signed travel contract. Discounts for special groups such as children and seniors need to be confirmed separately.
📞 Registration Method
The New Oriental Express tourist train can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. This train is a railway custom product, not sold through public platforms like 12306, with seats arranged by cooperative cultural tourism institutions.
If interested, contact staff to inquire about schedule availability, boarding locations, and specific procedures:
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2229
Specific departure cities include Urumqi, Altay, Kashgar, Turpan, etc., as specified in the contract.
The registration process typically includes:Select itinerary → Confirm date and berth → Pay deposit → Sign travel contract. It is recommended to inquire in advance to reserve suitable cabins.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
Costs cover transportation, accommodation, tickets, and basic meals within the itinerary. The train is equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, constant temperature air conditioning, panoramic windows, and basic storage space. Some schedules include special experiences (e.g., making naan bread, intangible cultural heritage crafts, folk song gatherings, etc.), with specific content depending on the season and itinerary.
The train has dining cars and lounge areas, with some carriages upgraded with starry sky dome designs for night stargazing. The entire trip is accompanied by local guides and service staff to assist with itinerary coordination.
> Special Note: Xinjiang is vast, with uncertain climate and road conditions. The opening status of scenic spots and hotel arrangements may change due to actual conditions. All service content and standards are subject to the signed contract, and itinerary changes can be negotiated according to the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
🌿 The New Oriental Express is not just a means of transportation but an immersive travel lifestyle. It allows travelers to settle their minds while moving and savor the changing seasons of Xinjiang at a slow pace. If you yearn for such a relaxed and fulfilling journey, feel free to call 181-3962-2229 to get the latest 2026 schedules and cabin information.
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