How Much Does the 17 Day Xinjiang Special Train Tour Cost in Total New Orient Express Quotation Guide Recommended Routes Costs and Prices

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation

Exploring the Western Regions:Comprehensive Analysis of the 17-Day In-Depth Tour by the New Oriental Express
[Route Highlights:Mobile ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’]
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourism train, the New Oriental Express connects the snowy mountains and grasslands of northern Xinjiang with the desert and poplar trees of southern Xinjiang through its innovative model of ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel with the train.’ The newly upgraded ‘Gold Diamond Series’ carriages in 2026 are equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and intelligent temperature control systems. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments to ensure passengers enjoy private space. The train travels at night and stops during the day, allowing tourists to traverse the Taklimakan Desert and cross the Tianshan Mountains in comfort, offering a unique experience of ‘traveling a thousand miles by day and admiring the starry river by night.’
Simple Itinerary (Summer Version)
According to the newly arranged schedule for 2026, the summer itinerary covers the精华 (essential) attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang:
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 2:Urumqi → New Oriental Express → Koktokay → Altay
Day 3:Altay → Ahe Highway → Hemu Village
Day 4:Hemu → Kanas
Day 5:Kanas → Chonghur → Colorful Beach → Special Train
Day 6:Jinghe → Sayram Lake → Yining
Day 7:Yining → Nalati Grassland
Day 8:Nalati Grassland → Middle Section of the Dukou Highway → Bayanbulak
Day 9:Bayanbulak → Southern Section of the Dukou Highway → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Pamir Scenic Area → Taxkorgan

Exploring the Western Regions: Comprehensive Analysis of the 17-Day In-Depth Tour by the New Oriental ExpressDay 11:Taxkorgan → Tajik Home Visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan → Special Train
Day 13:Turpan → Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi → Farewell Group
Exclusive October Itinerary for Southern Xinjiang
Specially launched for the autumn poplar forest viewing period in October, a southern Xinjiang loop route is offered:
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 2:Special Train → Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez Irrigation System) → Ruoqiang
Day 3:Milan Ruins → Museum → Jujube Picking → Hotan
Day 4:Hotan Tuancheng → Yurungqash River → Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 5:Special Train → Shache (Yarkant Khanate) → Kashgar
Day 6:Baisha Lake → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Day 7:Kashgar Old City → Id Kah Mosque → Special Train → Kuqa
Day 8:Kuqa Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Resitan Old Street
Day 9:Luntai Poplar Forest → Special Train → Urumqi

[Route Highlights: Mobile ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’]Day 10:Tianshan Tianchi → Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi Farewell Group
Price Description (New for 2026)
Current Schedule and Quotation (Unit:Yuan/person):
May:6th, 14th
Noble Gold Diamond (3 compartments):59999
Royal Gold Diamond (4 compartments):54999
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 compartments):49999
Third/Fourth Person:30000
June:1st, 11th, 25th, 30th
Noble Gold Diamond:67999-69999
Royal Gold Diamond:62999-63999
Platinum Gold Diamond:56999-58999
Third/Fourth Person:30000
September 3rd

As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourism train, the New Oriental Express connects the snowy mountains and grasslands of northern Xinjiang with the desert and poplar trees of southern Xinjiang through its innovative model of ‘the train moves with the scenery, and people travel with the train.’ The newly upgraded ‘Gold Diamond Series’ carriages in 2026 are equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and intelligent temperature control systems. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments to ensure passengers enjoy private space. The train travels at night and stops during the day, allowing tourists to traverse the Taklimakan Desert and cross the Tianshan Mountains in comfort, offering a unique experience of ‘traveling a thousand miles by day and admiring the starry river by night.’Noble Gold Diamond:71999
Royal Gold Diamond:65999
Platinum Gold Diamond:59999
Third/Fourth Person:30000
October:15th, 25th
Noble Gold Diamond:44999
Royal Gold Diamond:39999
Platinum Gold Diamond:36999
Third/Fourth Person:20000
Note:Prices may fluctuate based on market supply and demand, and the final price shall be based on the signed contract. The October schedule offers excellent value for money due to the inclusion of poplar forest viewing, so early booking is recommended.
Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing will provide you with detailed consultation. Registration requires valid identification information and a health commitment letter. Double occupancy registrants can enjoy priority room-sharing services.
Fee Description and Service Standards
Fees Include:
Accommodation throughout the special train journey (including compartments with bathrooms)

Four-star hotel accommodation for the land portion of the Simple Itinerary (Summer Version) (in places like Nalati and Kashgar)
16 breakfasts and 30 main meals (including special meals such as roast whole lamb banquet and pilaf)
First-entry tickets to attractions and interval bus fees
Professional tour guide and train steward services
Travel accident insurance
Service Highlights:
Each carriage is equipped with a dedicated steward providing 24-hour service
The train features a bar car, KTV entertainment area, and intangible cultural heritage display area
15-seat business vehicles are used for the land portion to ensure comfortable travel
Seasonal fruits and Xinjiang specialty snacks are provided daily
The actual consultation and signed contract shall prevail, and reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement.
In-Depth Experience:More Than Just Sightseeing
[Northern Xinjiang Section]
By Kanas Lake, you can participate in a Tuvan home visit at your own expense and listen to the sound of the Chuwur flute; Nalati Grassland offers activities such as horseback riding and hiking in the aerial grassland; during the Dukou Highway crossing, the train will stop at excellent viewing platforms for tourists to take photos.
[Southern Xinjiang Section]

According to the newly arranged schedule for 2026, the summer itinerary covers the精华 (essential) attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang: Professional photographers will accompany you in the Kashgar Old City and provide you with refined ethnic-style photos; during the Taxkorgan itinerary, you can experience eagle dance performances by people of various ethnic groups; drone aerial photography services are provided in the Luntai Poplar Forest to capture the grandeur of the golden ocean.
[Train Life]
After dinner each day, the train conductor will host a ‘Western Regions Cultural Salon,’ inviting intangible cultural heritage inheritors to explain the production of Aidelaisi silk, the Twelve Mukam art, etc. The bar car offers Xinjiang specialty drinks such as kavas and pomegranate juice, and you can admire the starry sky and participate in astronomy knowledge lectures at night.
Travel Tips
Document Preparation:In addition to valid identification, a permit must be obtained in advance to visit the Pamir Scenic Area (the travel agency can assist).
Clothing Suggestions:For the northern Xinjiang section, bring a windbreaker; for the southern Xinjiang section, where temperatures are higher during the day, it is recommended to adopt an ‘onion-style’ dressing method.
Photography Equipment:It is recommended to bring a wide-angle lens (for shooting grasslands and lakes) and a telephoto lens (for shooting naturally occurring animals).
Special Note:The October schedule may encounter snowfall, and the train will be equipped with anti-skid chains and other equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:Will the special train be delayed due to weather?
A:The train operation is uniformly scheduled by the railway department. In case of extreme weather, the itinerary order can be changed or accommodation extended upon mutual agreement.
Q:How is single travel arranged?
A:Single registrants will be coordinated for room-sharing as much as possible. If a separate compartment is required, a corresponding price difference must be paid.
Q:What are the charging standards for children?
A:Children under 12 years old can enjoy a 30% discount if they do not occupy a bed, and the same price as adults if they occupy a bed.
Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to obtain information on the remaining seats for 2026 and customized plans. Let the New Oriental Express take you through time and space to experience the Western Regions legend of ‘wearing a fur coat in the morning and a gauze dress at noon, and eating watermelon around a stove!’

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation