2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train 15 Day Tour Kashgar + Ili Price Guide Recommended Itinerary Cost and Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.
15-Day In-Depth Tour of Xinjiang by New Oriental Express:2026 Kashgar + Ili Panoramic Guide
🌄 [Route Highlights:Mobile ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’]
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourism trains, the New Oriental Express features a unique design of ‘traveling with the scenery, day and night,’ connecting the精华 (essence) attractions of northern and southern Tianshan. The 2026 route is fully upgraded, with soft sleeper compartments equipped with bathrooms, constant temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and 24-hour butler service, allowing tourists to easily traverse deserts, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and canyons in a mobile ‘five-star viewing platform.’
The train itinerary covers Altay and Kanas in northern Xinjiang, Sayram Lake and Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, the Pamir Plateau, and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, avoiding the fatigue of self-driving and the bumpy rides of long-distance buses, suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family travel seeking comfort and depth.
📅 [2026 Latest Prices and Group Dates]
According to the 2026 schedules provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the New Oriental Express is divided into three seasonal segments, with prices fluctuating based on compartment class and travel time:
May Schedules (Mainly Spring Scenery in Northern Xinjiang):
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3-person compartment):RMB 59,999 per person
Royal Gold Diamond (4-person compartment):RMB 54,999 per person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5-person compartment):RMB 49,999 per person
15-Day In-Depth Tour of Xinjiang by New Oriental Express: 2026 Kashgar + Ili Panoramic GuideThird and fourth persons sharing the same compartment:RMB 30,000 per person
June Schedules (Ili Flower Sea Season):
June 1, June 11, June 25, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond:RMB 67,999-69,999 per person
Royal Gold Diamond:RMB 62,999-63,999 per person
Platinum Gold Diamond:RMB 56,999-58,999 per person
Third and fourth persons sharing the same compartment:RMB 30,000 per person
September-October Schedules (Autumn Colors and Poplar Forests in Southern Xinjiang):
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond:RMB 71,999 per person
Royal Gold Diamond:RMB 65,999 per person
Platinum Gold Diamond:RMB 59,999 per person
🌄[Route Highlights: Mobile ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’]Third and fourth persons sharing the same compartment:RMB 30,000 per person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond:RMB 44,999 per person
Royal Gold Diamond:RMB 39,999 per person
Platinum Gold Diamond:RMB 36,999 per person
Third and fourth persons sharing the same compartment:RMB 20,000 per person
❗ Price Explanation:
The above fees include soft sleeper on the special train, transportation throughout the trip, first entrance tickets to attractions, 10 breakfasts and 18 dinners (including special meals), guide services, and insurance; excluding personal consumption and self-funded items. Prices may change with market fluctuations, and the specific contract signed shall prevail.
🚂 [2026 Summer Version Simple Itinerary]
Days 1-2:Gather in Urumqi, Begin First Impressions of Northern Xinjiang
Arrive in Urumqi from all over the country, with the special train departing early the next morning, enjoying the Gobi scenery of the Junggar Basin along the way, arriving in Koktokay in the evening, and staying overnight in Altay.
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourism trains, the New Oriental Express features a unique design of ‘traveling with the scenery, day and night,’ connecting the精华 (essence) attractions of northern and southern Tianshan. The 2026 route is fully upgraded, with soft sleeper compartments equipped with bathrooms, constant temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and 24-hour butler service, allowing tourists to easily traverse deserts, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and canyons in a mobile ‘five-star viewing platform.’Days 3-5:From Altay to Kanas, Encounter the ‘Oriental Switzerland’
Travel through the Ahe Highway, visiting the Tuva wooden houses in Hemu Village; the next day, delve into Kanas Lake, hiking the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), and in the evening, take the special train to the五彩滩 (Colorful Beach) to admire the Yardang landform at sunset.
Days 6-8:Ili River Valley, Immersed in Flower Seas and Grasslands
Arrive at Sayram Lake via Jinghe, cycling around the lake or taking the shuttle bus; then head to Nalati Grassland, experiencing the folk customs of various ethnic groups, and staying overnight in a grassland yurt; while traveling on the middle section of the Dukou Highway, crossing the hinterland of Tianshan, arriving at Bayinbuluk Grassland, and waiting for the sunset spectacle of ‘Nine Suns.’
Days 9-11:Cultural Journey in Southern Xinjiang, Exploring the Pamir Plateau
The special train heads south to Kashgar, visiting Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, and overlooking Muztagh Ata; delve into Taxkorgan, participating in home visits with various ethnic groups, learning about the living customs of the plateau ethnic groups; after returning to Kashgar, stroll through the old city and visit the Id Kah Mosque.
Days 12-14:Turpan and Return Trip, Savoring the Silk Road Charm
The special train passes through Turpan, visiting the Jiaohe Ancient City and Karez Wells, tasting fresh fruits from the grape manor; finally returning to Urumqi, visiting Tianchi on Tianshan Mountain, and attending a farewell dinner before seeing off the group.
🍂 [October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Colors Itinerary (Alternative)]
If choosing the October schedule, the itinerary will focus on the autumn colors of southern Xinjiang and the poplar forests:
Days 1-3:From Urumqi to Ruoqiang, Crossing Deserts and Oases
The special train heads south to Turpan, visiting the Jiaohe Ancient City, then crossing the edge of the Taklimakan Desert, arriving in Ruoqiang, and touring the Milan Ruins and Museum.
The train itinerary covers Altay and Kanas in northern Xinjiang, Sayram Lake and Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, the Pamir Plateau, and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, avoiding the fatigue of self-driving and the bumpy rides of long-distance buses, suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family travel seeking comfort and depth.Days 4-6:Hotan to Kashgar, Experiencing Diverse Cultures
Feel the architectural aesthetics of various ethnic groups in Hotan’s Tuancheng, participating in the ‘treasure hunting’ experience in the Yurungkash River; then head to Shache, exploring the Yarkant Khanate, and staying overnight in Kashgar.
Days 7-9:Pamir Plateau and Poplar Forests
After visiting Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, the special train heads east to Kuqa, visiting the Tianshan Grand Canyon and Kuqa Palace; finally heading to Luntai, delving into the Tarim Poplar Forest, and photographing the golden autumn scenery.
Days 10-11:Return to Urumqi, End the Journey
The special train returns via Urumqi, reviewing the 15-day Silk Road charm along the way, and seeing off the group the next day.
📝 [Registration Method and Service Explanation]
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing for details. The itinerary includes the following services:
Transportation:Soft sleeper compartment on the New Oriental Express + local air-conditioned tourist bus;
Accommodation:Special train compartment + four-star hotel in scenic areas (some characteristic homestays);
Dining:Meals included throughout the trip, arranging flavorful meals and Xinjiang specialties;
📅[2026 Latest Prices and Group Dates]Tour Guide:Professional certified tour guides accompany you, providing bilingual explanation services.
❗ Fee Explanation:
Single registrants will do their best to coordinate room sharing, with special circumstances requiring negotiation; fees do not include personal accident insurance, self-funded items, or transportation outside the itinerary, with the specific consultation and contract signed prevailing. Both parties can reasonably modify the itinerary by mutual agreement, and in case of force majeure factors, the route will be optimized with safety as the premise.
🌄 [Season and Landscape Tips]
May-June:Grasslands in northern Xinjiang turn green, and flower seas bloom in Ili, suitable for photography and hiking;
September-October:Poplar forests in southern Xinjiang turn golden, and the Pamir Plateau enjoys crisp autumn air with soft light, making it easy to take good photos;
Winter (November-March of the following year):The special train suspends operations, and some scenic areas are closed, so it is advisable to avoid traveling during this period.
💡 [Warm Tips]
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so bring windproof jackets and warm clothing;
Some areas in southern Xinjiang are at high altitudes, so it is advisable to prepare anti-altitude sickness medication in advance;
Ticket policies for scenic areas may change, so the announcements on the day shall prevail;
Special train schedules are limited, so it is advisable to book 30 days in advance to secure your preferred compartment class.
From the urban hustle and bustle of Urumqi to the snow-capped mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, the New Oriental Express takes 15 days to capture the vastness and delicacy of Xinjiang. Whether it’s the lakes and mountains of northern Xinjiang or the cultural charm of southern Xinjiang, this route can fulfill all your imaginations of the Western Regions. In 2026, why not embark on this mobile ‘five-star viewing platform’ for a slow-paced in-depth journey!
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.
