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🚂 Complete Guide to Booking the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour
Many people want to experience the vast landscapes of Xinjiang but worry about the fatigue of conventional travel. The New Oriental Express, with its ‘travel by night, stop and play by day’ model, perfectly suits such travelers. The 2026 schedules are now open for booking. Below is a comprehensive overview covering route features, itinerary, price references, and specific booking steps to help you smoothly start a comfortable Xinjiang journey.
✨ Detailed Introduction to Route Features
The New Oriental Express is a tourist train focused on comfortable travel, often called a ‘mobile comfortable living space’ by passengers. Carriages are equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, humidifiers, and 24-hour hot water. Different cabin types also include bathrooms to meet the accommodation needs of various travelers. The train features dedicated dining cars and leisure observation areas, with meals covering Xinjiang specialties and regular dishes to suit different dietary preferences. Each carriage has dedicated service staff, and medical personnel accompany the entire journey to handle unexpected situations.
The 2026 schedules are divided into two different routes, allowing you to choose based on your preferences:
The summer schedule follows the Northern Xinjiang scenic route, connecting multiple representative natural attractions such as Keketuohai, Hemu, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke, Kuqa Grand Canyon, and the Pamir Plateau. Along the way, you can see diverse landscapes including canyons, forests, lakes, grasslands, Danxia landforms, and plateaus, making it ideal for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts. Xinjiang’s vast territory means long distances between scenic spots, and the train arrangement reduces the hassle of transfers, leaving more time for sightseeing.
The October schedule follows the Southern Xinjiang cultural route, covering sites like the Jiaohe Ruins, Karez Well, Milan Ruins, Loulan Museum, Hotan Tuanjie City, Yarkand Khan’s Palace, Kashgar Old City, and Tarim Poplar Forest. This route allows you to experience the historical depth of the ancient Silk Road and see the unique autumn scenery of the poplar forests in October, making it suitable for those interested in cultural history and autumn landscapes.
Before traveling, prepare portable common medicines and comfortable clothing. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so even in summer, it’s advisable to bring a thick jacket to avoid catching a cold. Some scenic spots may implement capacity limits if they reach maximum capacity, and subsequent itineraries can be reasonably adjusted through mutual agreement to ensure a good experience.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Quick Itinerary Overview (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
🚂 Complete Guide to Booking the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang TourDay 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 – Bayinbuluke
Day 09:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Many people want to experience the vast landscapes of Xinjiang but worry about the fatigue of conventional travel. The New Oriental Express, with its ‘travel by night, stop and play by day’ model, perfectly suits such travelers. The 2026 schedules are now open for booking. Below is a comprehensive overview covering route features, itinerary, price references, and specific booking steps to help you smoothly start a comfortable Xinjiang journey.Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
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
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuanjie City – Jade Picking at Yulong Kashgar River – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Night view of Yotkan Ancient City
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 City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
✨ Detailed Introduction to Route FeaturesDay 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Our agency offers various travel options including train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and custom car services. For details, call: 181-3962-2233 (copy to add friends for detailed Xinjiang tour routes and prices)
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
💰 Price Explanation
The following are reference prices for the corresponding 2026 New Oriental Express schedules. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on schedules and booking status. The final agreement is based on the signed 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
The New Oriental Express is a tourist train focused on comfortable travel, often called a ‘mobile comfortable living space’ by passengers. Carriages are equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, humidifiers, and 24-hour hot water. Different cabin types also include bathrooms to meet the accommodation needs of various travelers. The train features dedicated dining cars and leisure observation areas, with meals covering Xinjiang specialties and regular dishes to suit different dietary preferences. Each carriage has dedicated service staff, and medical personnel accompany the entire journey to handle unexpected situations. Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
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
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
The 2026 schedules are divided into two different routes, allowing you to choose based on your preferences: 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
📝 Complete Booking Steps
1. Confirm travel intentions: First, compare the features of the summer Northern Xinjiang route and the October Southern Xinjiang route, determine your preferred schedule based on your time, then choose the corresponding cabin type based on the number of travelers. For 3 travelers, consider the Premium Gold Diamond 3 custom carriage; for 4 travelers, consider the Xiyue Gold Diamond 4 custom carriage; for families, choose the Boyue Gold Diamond 5 custom carriage to enjoy discounted prices for the third and fourth persons.
2. Inquire about details and confirm availability: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for information at 181-3962-2233, same as WeChat 181-3962-2233. During the inquiry, confirm availability for your preferred schedule, specific itinerary details, travel precautions, etc. If traveling alone, inform the customer service in advance, and the agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation. Address-related questions can be directed to customer service.
3. Submit registration information: After confirming the preferred schedule and cabin type, submit valid identification for all travelers, along with special needs such as dietary restrictions or mobility assistance, to facilitate advance arrangements.
4. Sign a formal travel contract: After confirming all information, sign a formal travel contract that clearly outlines the itinerary, included items, rights and responsibilities of both parties, etc. All terms comply with contract law, tourism law, and other relevant regulations, with the final agreement based on the contract.
5. Prepare for travel: 3-5 days before departure, customer service will send detailed travel tips, including required documents, clothing, and sightseeing notes. Follow these tips to prepare. If eligible for scenic spot discounts, such as the 2026 Sayram Lake policy offering free admission to visitors born in the Year of the Horse on their birthday, prepare relevant documents in advance to enjoy the discount at the entrance.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
The current itinerary cost includes accommodation on the specified New Oriental Express cabin, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, meals arranged in the itinerary, ground transportation transfers, guide services, travel insurance, etc. Specific inclusions can be confirmed with customer service during inquiry, with the final agreement based on actual consultation and contract. Personal expenses outside the itinerary and self-selected activities are not included.
If special circumstances such as weather changes, road condition changes, scenic spot policy adjustments, or schedule changes occur during the trip, reasonable itinerary adjustments can be made through mutual agreement to ensure a good experience. All cancellation and change rules follow tourism law regulations.
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