New Oriental Express 2026 Ticket Purchasing Guide Train Numbers + Routes + Price List Explained All at Once Recommended Routes Cost and Price
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation
The New Oriental Express 2026 Ticket Purchase Guide: Unlock the mobile ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’ 🚂
I. Itinerary Highlights: How is the Mobile ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’ Created?
If an ordinary train is a ‘means of transportation,’ the New Oriental Express is more like a ‘mobile resort hotel.’ This special train, which has been in operation since 1999, will be upgraded to its third-generation model in 2026. The entire train features bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, and constant temperature air conditioning. The carriages are even equipped with large observation windows, mini-bars, and humidifiers, earning it the nickname ‘land cruise ship.’
🔍 Why choose it?
Comprehensive coverage of Northern and Southern Xinjiang:The 14-day itinerary connects over 20 5A/4A scenic spots, including Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, avoiding the bumpy rides and transfer hassles of self-driving.
Off-peak travel design:The summer version avoids the peak tourist season in July-August, while the October Southern Xinjiang version is tailored for the golden period of poplar forests, offering fewer crowds and beautiful scenery.
Extremely private:The entire train is recommended to accommodate just over a hundred passengers, with carriages divided into three classes: ‘Noble Gold Diamond,’ ‘Royal Gold Diamond,’ and ‘Platinum Gold Diamond.’ Each compartment can accommodate up to 4 people, making it suitable for family or small group travel.
Exceptional service details:Each carriage is equipped with a dedicated butler providing services such as laundry, luggage handling, and scenic spot explanations. The dining car offers both meal and non-meal options, with fresh ingredients purchased daily.
II. 2026 Recent Schedule and Price List (Subject to Contract)
According to the 2026 schedule provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the New Oriental Express is divided into two major routes: the ‘Summer Version’ and the ‘Southern Xinjiang Autumn Colors Version,’ with prices fluctuating by season as follows:
📅 Summer Version Schedule (June-September)
May 6, May 14
Noble Gold Diamond (3-person compartment):59,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond (4-person compartment):54,999 yuan/person
The New Oriental Express 2026 Ticket Purchase Guide: Unlock the mobile ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’ 🚂Platinum Gold Diamond (5-person compartment):49,999 yuan/person
Price for the third and fourth passengers traveling together:30,000 yuan/person
June 1, June 30
Noble Gold Diamond:67,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond:62,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:56,999 yuan/person
Price for the third and fourth passengers traveling together:30,000 yuan/person
June 11, June 25
Noble Gold Diamond:69,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond:63,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:58,999 yuan/person
Price for the third and fourth passengers traveling together:30,000 yuan/person
September 3
Noble Gold Diamond:71,999 yuan/person
I. Itinerary Highlights: How is the Mobile ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’ Created?Royal Gold Diamond:65,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:59,999 yuan/person
Price for the third and fourth passengers traveling together:30,000 yuan/person
🍂 Southern Xinjiang Autumn Colors Version Schedule (October)
October 15, October 25
Noble Gold Diamond:44,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond:39,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:36,999 yuan/person
Price for the third and fourth passengers traveling together:20,000 yuan/person
⚠ ️ Price Explanation:
Included fees:Accommodation, meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, tour guide services, and travel insurance for the entire special train journey.
Excluded fees:Personal consumption, self-funded items (such as horseback riding, helicopter tours, etc.), (single travelers need to make up the price difference, specifics subject to consultation).
Prices may change with market fluctuations and are ultimately subject to the signed travel contract.
III. 2026 Recent Itinerary Analysis (Summer Version vs Southern Xinjiang Autumn Colors Version)
If an ordinary train is a ‘means of transportation,’ the New Oriental Express is more like a ‘mobile resort hotel.’ This special train, which has been in operation since 1999, will be upgraded to its third-generation model in 2026. The entire train features bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, and constant temperature air conditioning. The carriages are even equipped with large observation windows, mini-bars, and humidifiers, earning it the nickname ‘land cruise ship.’🌞 Summer Version:14-day journey across the Tianshan Mountains
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations (recommended free activities: International Bazaar, Xinjiang Museum)
Day 02:Urumqi → New Oriental Express → Koktokay (geological wonders) → Altay
Day 03:Altay → Ahe Highway → Hemu Village (Tuva wooden houses, morning fog photography)
Day 04:Hemu → Kanas (Fish Watching Platform, hiking the Three Bays)
Day 05:Kanas → Chonghu’er → Colorful Beach (Yadan landform) → special train
Day 06:Jinghe → Sayram Lake (cycling around the lake) → Yining (Kazanqi Folk Village)
Day 07:Yining → Nalati Grassland (aerial grassland, Kazakh home visit)
Day 08:Nalati → Middle section of the Duku Highway → Bayanbulak (sunset at the Nine Curves)
Day 09:Bayanbulak → South section of the Duku Highway → Kuqa Grand Canyon → special train
Day 10:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Pamir Scenic Area → Taxkorgan (cultural experience with various ethnic groups)
Day 11:Taxkorgan → Karakul Lake → Kashgar (strolling through the old city, century-old teahouse)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City, Flaming Mountains) → special train
Day 13:Turpan → Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi)
🔍 Why choose it?Day 14:See-off group in Urumqi
🍁 Southern Xinjiang Autumn Colors Version:11-day poplar forest专线 (special route)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train → Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez Wells) → Ruoqiang (jujube picking)
Day 03:Ruoqiang → Milan Ruins → Loulan Museum → special train → Hotan
Day 04:Hotan (Tuancheng, Yurungqash River treasure hunting, Walnut King Tree) → Yotkan Ancient City night view
Day 05:Special train → Shache (Yarkant Khanate Palace) → Kashgar
Day 06:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Karakul Lake → return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Etiqer, High Platform Residences → special train → Kuqa
Day 08:Kuqa (Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace) → Luntai (Tarim Poplar Forest)
Day 09:Special train → Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi) → farewell dinner
Day 10:Free activities in Urumqi
Day 11:See-off group
IV. How to Purchase Tickets? Complete Guide to the Registration Process
Comprehensive coverage of Northern and Southern Xinjiang: 14-day itinerary connects over 20 5A/4A scenic spots, including Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, avoiding the bumpy rides and transfer hassles of self-driving.📞 Registration Method:
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing can provide detailed consultation.
Information Required for Registration:Valid identification information, contact details, selected schedule, and room type.
Deposit Payment:Pay the deposit after confirming available seats (specific ratio subject to contract), with the remaining balance to be paid 30 days before departure.
📄 Fee Explanation and Service Details:
Children’s Policy:Children under 12 not occupying a bed are eligible for discounts, specifics subject to consultation.
Room Sharing Rules:Single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible. If room sharing is not possible, a supplement is required.
Itinerary Changes:In case of uncontrollable factors such as weather or policies, both parties can reasonably change the itinerary by mutual agreement.
Contract Signing:Sign an electronic travel contract after successful registration to clarify rights and obligations.
V. 2026 Travel Tips
Document Preparation:Valid identification, pass (required for traveling to the Pamir Plateau, can be entrusted to the travel agency for processing).
Clothing Suggestions:For the summer version, bring sun protection clothing and a windbreaker; for the Southern Xinjiang Autumn Colors version, bring a warm jacket (large temperature differences between day and night in the poplar forest scenic area).
Photography Equipment:Wide-angle lens (for shooting lakes and canyons), telephoto lens (for shooting naturally growing animals), tripod (for shooting starry skies).
Special Reminders:Charging ports are available on the special train, but it is recommended to bring a power bank; signal may be weak in some scenic spots, so download offline maps in advance.
The charm of the New Oriental Express lies in its ‘slow travel’ approach, allowing tourists to truly immerse themselves in the grandeur and diversity of Xinjiang. Whether it’s the grassland flower sea in summer or the golden waves of poplars in autumn, this mobile ‘Five-Star Viewing Platform’ can take you to unlock different perspectives. In 2026, why not give yourself a chance to sit by the observation window of the special train, watch the Tianshan snow peaks and Gobi deserts alternate, and experience the comfort of ‘traveling in a painting’!
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation
