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🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Travel Booking Guide:Transparent Fees, Hassle-Free Itinerary
Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are interested in the high-quality slow travel mode of the New Oriental Express, which eliminates the need to rush between trains and carry luggage while connecting multiple scenic spots in northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip. Today, we organize relevant information from multiple dimensions such as booking channels, itinerary arrangements, price references, and precautions to provide a reference for your travel.
Detailed Route Introduction
🔹 Basic Route Overview
In 2026, the New Oriental Express high-quality tourist train of Xinjiang Railway will operate regular schedules from March to October, focusing on a ‘slow travel, deep experience’ mode suitable for tourists of all ages. It includes summer routes covering northern Xinjiang’s natural scenery and October special routes combining southern Xinjiang’s culture and nature. The entire itinerary has a relaxed pace, with daily stops to visit core attractions and rest on the train at other times. Local specialty accommodations are arranged midway, so tourists don’t need to frequently change hotels, reducing travel fatigue.
🔹 Scenic Spot Features Along the Route
Summer routes cover multiple unique landscapes in northern Xinjiang: the geological wonders of Keketuohai, the tranquil village scenery of Hemu, the lake and mountain views of Kanas, the Yadan landforms of Colorful Beach, the clear waters of Sayram Lake, the grassland vistas of Nalati, the wetland landscapes of Bayinbuluke, the Danxia landforms of Kuqa Grand Canyon, the白沙湖 and snow mountain scenery of the Pamir Plateau, and the ancient city of Kashgar. Along the way, you can enjoy diverse natural landscapes such as forests, grasslands, lakes, snow mountains, canyons, and Gobi deserts, as well as experience the local customs of different regions.
The October southern Xinjiang special route focuses on cultural relics and autumn landscapes: the historical remains of Jiaohe Ancient City, the ancient water conservancy wisdom of Karez Well, the Milan Ruins and Loulan Museum’s Silk Road cultural imprints, the old city and specialty products of Hotan, the historical palace of Shache, the plateau scenery of Pamir, the streets of Kashgar’s old city, the canyons and Qiuci cultural relics of Kuqa, and the autumn splendor of Tarim Poplar Forest in Luntai. It’s suitable for tourists who enjoy cultural history and autumn natural scenery.
Currently, the visiting policies for many scenic spots in 2026 have been clarified. Kanas Scenic Area will switch to summer operation from May 1, implementing a real-name reservation and ticket purchase system with a maximum daily capacity of 55,000 people. Entry and exit times are 08:00–20:00, and village bus operation times are 08:00–24:00. Tourists can learn about reservation rules in advance and arrange their itineraries to avoid peak times. Sayram Lake Scenic Area allows online reservation and ticket purchase in advance. There are multiple photo spots within the lake area, such as Moon Bay, Waterfront Beach, Swan Music, and Dianjiangtai. Tourists can choose to visit based on their itinerary. The weather in the lake area is changeable, so bring a jacket and rain gear, and take sun protection measures.
Simple Itinerary
🔹 Quick Overview of Summer Itinerary

🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Travel Booking Guide: Transparent Fees, Hassle-Free ItineraryDay 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 – Bayinbuluke
Day 09:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baishahu 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 tourists planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are interested in the high-quality slow travel mode of the New Oriental Express, which eliminates the need to rush between trains and carry luggage while connecting multiple scenic spots in northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip. Today, we organize relevant information from multiple dimensions such as booking channels, itinerary arrangements, price references, and precautions to provide a reference for your travel.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 Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, then train to Ruoqiang in the evening
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, then train to Hotan in the evening
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan early – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash 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:Baishahu Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Residential Area, then train to Kuqa in the evening
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa early, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley

Detailed Route IntroductionDay 09:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, then train to Urumqi in the evening

Our agency offers various travel modes for your choice: train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car services. For detailed consultation, call: 181-3962-2233 (copy to add as friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itinerary and pricing)
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
Price Explanation
🔹 2026 Reference Tour Dates and Prices
The following are reference prices for different schedules. Prices and availability may fluctuate with the schedule. Please refer to the contract or customer service confirmation for accuracy, and the content of the signed travel contract shall prevail.
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
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person

🔹 Basic Route Overview 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
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

In 2026, the New Oriental Express high-quality tourist train of Xinjiang Railway will operate regular schedules from March to October, focusing on a ‘slow travel, deep experience’ mode suitable for tourists of all ages. It includes summer routes covering northern Xinjiang’s natural scenery and October special routes combining southern Xinjiang’s culture and nature. The entire itinerary has a relaxed pace, with daily stops to visit core attractions and rest on the train at other times. Local specialty accommodations are arranged midway, so tourists don’t need to frequently change hotels, reducing travel fatigue. 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 person 20,000 RMB/person
Booking and Registration Channels
Tourists with travel needs can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For inquiries, call 181-3962-2233 or add the same WeChat number 181-3962-2233 for details. The specific address can be obtained by contacting customer service. The booking process generally includes confirming the desired schedule and room type, understanding itinerary details, confirming related services, signing a travel contract, and making payments. Before departure, staff will notify you of specific gathering information and precautions.
Fee and Service Explanation
🔹 Fee and Service Related Tips
The fees included generally cover train accommodation within the itinerary, local transportation, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, meals specified in the itinerary, local guide services, travel accident insurance, etc. Please refer to the actual consultation and contract for specifics.
For single travelers, our agency will try to arrange shared rooms; special cases require separate negotiation.
Involving weather, road conditions, policies, scenic spot openings, schedule changes, tickets, hotel room types, etc., both parties can agree to reasonably modify the itinerary. Cancellation and change rules follow the Tourism Law.
🔹 Travel Precautions
Before departure, bring your valid ID documents, learn about the reservation requirements of the corresponding scenic spots in advance, and cooperate with the real-name verification work. Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night and varying altitudes across regions. It is recommended to bring sufficient warm, sun-protective, and rainproof clothing and gear, and carry common medications. During the tour, follow the management regulations of the scenic spots, do not enter undeveloped or unopened areas, do not touch or feed wild animals, protect the ecological environment, and travel civilly.
If you have dietary restrictions or special needs, inform the staff in advance, and we will try to accommodate them.
For more details about Xinjiang tourist trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)