2026 New Oriental Express Gold Diamond Xinjiang Special Train Booking Process Details and Precautions

How to buy tickets and book the New Oriental Express? To book the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourism special train, you must go through the official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center Manager Wang Fei (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, Service WeChat: xjwf10086) to reserve and purchase tickets. Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
If you want to book the ‘New Oriental Express Golden Diamond’ Xinjiang tourism special train, it is completely different from buying a regular train ticket. It is not sold through 12306 but adopts a model of ‘travel agency unified passenger collection, railway allocation of seats.’ Below is the full process from selection to signing.
🎟 ️ Step 1:Understand the ticket model
The New Oriental Express is positioned as high-end, adopting a ‘mobile hotel + tourism special train’ model. The entire train features luxury cabins with bathrooms, along with service facilities such as butlers, dining cars, and bar cars.
Seat types:Includes different levels such as Noble Golden Diamond, Xiyue Golden Diamond, and Boyue Golden Diamond.
Ticket features:Seats are uniformly managed by the railway department and are not sold to individual passengers; they must be booked through a travel agency.
> Key tip:To book a ticket, the first step is to find a legitimate travel agency and complete the contract, rather than ‘grabbing tickets’ on an app.
🗓 ️ Step 2:Check available departure dates
Based on your needs, here are some 2026 departure schedules for the ‘New Oriental’ routes:
Prices and tour dates
June 1, June 30
Noble Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25

If you want to book the ‘New Oriental Express Golden Diamond’ Xinjiang tourism special train, it is completely different from buying a regular train ticket. It is not sold through 12306 but adopts a model of ‘travel agency unified passenger collection, railway allocation of seats.’ Below is the full process from selection to signing. Noble Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Noble Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Noble Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
Simple itinerary
Quick itinerary overview (Summer version)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to Urumqi for assembly
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay

🎟️ Step 1: Understand the ticket modelDay 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express special train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express special train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
Day 11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik home visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express special train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to Urumqi for assembly
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
The New Oriental Express is positioned as high-end, adopting a ‘mobile hotel + tourism special train’ model. The entire train features luxury cabins with bathrooms, along with service facilities such as butlers, dining cars, and bar cars.Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang red date picking, evening special 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:Special 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, Gaotai Folk Houses, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi farewell dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
📌 Warm tips
Departure date selection:Currently bookable departure dates cover June, September, and October. October prices are relatively favorable, but be mindful of temperature differences between morning and evening and seasonal opening of some scenic spots.
Itinerary confirmation:Different departure dates correspond to the ‘Summer version’ or ‘October Southern Xinjiang itinerary.’ Please specify which version you choose when booking.
📞 Step 3:Contact the travel agency to lock in seats
You can contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for consultation and booking via the following methods:

Seat types: Includes different levels such as Noble Golden Diamond, Xiyue Golden Diamond, and Boyue Golden Diamond.Consultation contact:Manager Wang Fei
Contact phone/WeChat:18095969599
> 💡 Professional advisor introduction
> Manager Wang Fei is a native of Xinjiang, deeply rooted in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade, having traveled across the Tianshan Mountains. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel, boutique small groups, and special trains, familiar with road conditions, weather, and local customs. She can plan routes for tourists with different needs and adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary.
When communicating, it is recommended to clarify the following:
1. Travel time: Confirm the intended departure date (e.g., June 1, October 15, etc.).
2. Seat level: Choose Noble Golden Diamond, Xiyue Golden Diamond, or Boyue Golden Diamond.
3. Number of travelers: Specify the total number and whether there are third or fourth persons traveling together.
4. Special needs: Whether there are elderly or individuals with mobility issues traveling together, for advance arrangements.
✍ ️ Step 4:Sign contract and pay, lock in spots
High-end special train seats are limited, and a deposit is usually required to secure spots. The formal process is as follows:
1. Submit information: Provide the travel agency with traveler names, valid ID numbers, contact details, etc., for booking and insurance purchase.
2. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit as agreed to reserve travel spots.
3. Sign contract: Sign a formal travel contract with the travel agency, clarifying the itinerary, costs, service standards, and rights and obligations of both parties.
4. Pay balance: Pay the remaining amount as per the contract before departure, and note the assembly information on the departure notice.

Ticket features: Seats are uniformly managed by the railway department and are not sold to individual passengers; they must be booked through a travel agency.💰 Step 5:Understand the cost structure
Costs typically include the following major parts, subject to the contract you sign:
Transportation:New Oriental Express Golden Diamond cabin seats and related special train services.
Accommodation:Special train cabins and local hotels on the itinerary.
Meals:Most meals on the special train and some included local dinners.
Tickets:First admission tickets to main scenic spots on the itinerary.
Services:Full-tour guide, special train butler, travel insurance, etc.
Costs typically do not include:
Personal expenses (e.g., consumption, drinks) and self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional upgrade costs due to personal reasons.
> Please note:Final prices, included items, and cancellation/change rules are subject to the signed formal contract.
💡 Step 6:Practical tips
Book early:Popular departure dates (e.g., summer, National Day) have limited spots; it is recommended to consult several months in advance.
Prepare documents:Bring original valid ID documents when traveling. If you have discount certificates, provide them to the travel agency for assistance with scenic spot policies.
Monitor weather:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; even in summer, bring a jacket. For the October Southern Xinjiang itinerary, prepare warm clothing.
Health assessment:The itinerary involves high altitudes and long drives; assess your health before departure. Inform the travel agency in advance if you feel unwell.
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