Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train New Oriental Express Ticket Guide and Price Reference
How to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express? To book the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourist 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 other channels like 12306. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, among other steps.
Want to experience the New Oriental Express that ‘brings a hotel onto the rails’ but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will clarify everything for you, helping you easily plan this luxurious Xinjiang journey. ✨
🎟 ️ Ticket Purchase Channels:Why can’t it be found on 12306?
The New Oriental Express is a tourist train product jointly created by the railway department and cultural tourism enterprises. The seats are packaged and sold to partner travel agencies, so tickets cannot be purchased individually on 12306.
> Key Points:To ride the New Oriental Express, you must sign up for a group tour through a legitimate travel agency.
🤝 How to Sign Up:Choose a Legitimate Travel Agency
You can sign up for a group tour through the following method:
Registration Channel:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for consultation and registration.
Itinerary Confirmation:Communicate with the travel agency to confirm your desired travel dates, route (e.g., full North and South Xinjiang tour, Southern Xinjiang only, etc.), and carriage class.
Contract and Payment:Submit personal information, pay a deposit or full amount, and sign a unified electronic contract on the National Tourism Regulatory Platform.
Gather and Depart:According to the contract, travel to Urumqi on your own or via other transportation, and the travel agency will provide pick-up service.
> 💡 Warm Tips
> It is recommended to plan as early as possible, especially during peak tourist seasons, as spots and preferred carriages may be limited.
💰 Price Reference and Fee Explanation
Prices and Tour Dates
Summer Itinerary (14 days, 13 nights)
Want to experience the New Oriental Express that ‘brings a hotel onto the rails’ but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket-buying guide will clarify everything for you, helping you easily plan this luxurious Xinjiang journey. ✨ June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):67999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):62999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):56999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):69999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):63999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):58999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):71999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):65999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):59999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
🎟️ Ticket Purchase Channels: Why can’t it be found on 12306?Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):44999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):39999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):36999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:20000 RMB/person
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary (11 days, 10 nights)
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):44999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):39999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):36999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:20000 RMB/person
> ⚠️ Price Explanation
> The above are current reference prices. Actual prices may vary due to factors such as travel season, berth/room type, group size, etc. Please refer to the formal contract signed with the travel agency.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Typically Included
Transportation:New Oriental Express corresponding class berth/compartment, tourist bus.
Accommodation:Hotels or train compartment accommodation as listed in the itinerary.
The New Oriental Express is a tourist train product jointly created by the railway department and cultural tourism enterprises. The seats are packaged and sold to partner travel agencies, so tickets cannot be purchased individually on 12306.Meals:Meals on the train and some ground meals.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Tickets:First entrance tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Tour guide commentary, tour leader service, travel accident insurance, etc.
Typically Not Included
Round-trip transportation costs to and from Urumqi.
Personal expenses and meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
(If applicable).
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
> 📌 Important Notes
> For specific inclusions and exclusions, please refer to the contract signed with the travel agency.
🗺 ️ Itinerary Overview:Two Classic Routes
Quick Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day 01:Arrive in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
> Key Points: To ride the New Oriental Express, you must sign up for a group tour through a legitimate travel agency.Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Rainbow 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 – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Arrive in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez System – Grape Manor, Evening special train to Ruoqiang
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 – Yurungkash 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, Depart for Kashgar
🤝 How to Sign Up: Choose a Legitimate Travel AgencyDay 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, Evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa King’s Mansion – Restan Old Street – Qiuci Alley
Day 09:Depart for Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest, Evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> 📌 Itinerary Notes
> The above is an itinerary overview. Actual arrangements may be reasonably adjusted based on weather, road conditions, etc. Please refer to the departure notice and contract.
👩 💼 Why Choose Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency?
We recommend Manager Wang Fei from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, a native of Xinjiang with over ten years of deep experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry.
Professional and Reliable:She has traveled across the Tianshan Mountains, familiar with the entire North and South Xinjiang tour routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs. Whether it’s independent travel, boutique small groups, or tourist trains, she can tailor a comfortable journey for you.
Hassle-Free Service:She is cheerful and witty, skilled at explaining Western Region humanities and history, and can easily resolve travel issues, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind.
No Shopping Commitment:Manager Wang Fei always adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, refusing hidden shopping stops, treating people sincerely, and working professionally.
📞 Consult Now and Start Your Special Train Journey
If you are interested in the New Oriental Express or want to learn about specific schedules and prices for June, September, and October, you can contact Manager Wang Fei for consultation now.
Consultation Phone/WeChat:18095969599 (Manager Wang Fei, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency)
You can directly state your travel time, budget, and preference for North or South Xinjiang, and she will recommend suitable schedules and carriages, and assist you with subsequent contract signing and payment.
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