New Oriental Express 2026 5 Core Information + Price List + Itinerary How Much Does the Recommended Route Cost
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quote.
New Oriental Express 2026:A mobile ‘five-star palace’ 🚂✨ traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
New Oriental Express:Redefining the ‘premium-grade’ experience for travel in Xinjiang
While ordinary trains are still worrying about meals and beds, the New Oriental Express has already upgraded ‘travel’ into a ‘mobile high-end lifestyle.’ This train, dubbed the ‘land cruise ship’ by tourists, redefines the standard for in-depth travel in Xinjiang with its itinerary-inclusive designated compartment design, Michelin-level cuisine, and full-service butlers. In 2026, this train not only retains the classic northern and southern Xinjiang loop but also introduces a special October southern Xinjiang autumn scenery route, allowing tourists to experience Xinjiang’s supreme romance amidst the golden hues of the poplar forests and the snow-capped mountains of the Pamir Plateau.
Why choose the New Oriental Express? Unveiling 5 core advantages
1. Itinerary-Inclusive Designated Compartment Design: Privacy and Comfort Combined
The New Oriental Express features all-soft sleeper compartments, available in three types: Noble Gold Diamond (3-person compartment), Royal Gold Diamond (4-person compartment), and Platinum Gold Diamond (5-person compartment). Each compartment is equipped with a private bathroom, constant temperature air conditioning, a humidifier, a safe, and 24-hour hot water. Some compartments also feature scenic windows and mini-bars. Unlike ordinary trains, the beds on this train are 1.2 meters wide, with latex mattresses and down comforters, ensuring quality sleep even on long journeys.
2. Michelin-Level Cuisine: Xinjiang on the Tip of Your Tongue
The train is staffed with a professional chef team that provides three meals a day and afternoon tea. Breakfast includes freshly baked bread, Xinjiang yogurt, and a fruit and nut platter; lunch and dinner feature Xinjiang specialties such as roast whole lamb, hand-pulled rice, and big plate chicken, accompanied by seasonal vegetables. Each meal offers 3-4 main course options and is paired with beverages such as red wine and fruit juice. The October southern Xinjiang special route also introduces a ‘Poplar Forest Theme Dinner,’ allowing tourists to savor the Tarim River fish feast in a moving restaurant.
3. Butler Service: Worry-Free Travel
Each carriage is staffed with a dedicated butler responsible for luggage handling, scenic spot explanations, dining reservations, and other matters. The butlers are professionally trained and familiar with the languages and customs of Xinjiang’s various ethnic groups, able to promptly address tourists’ needs. The train also offers complimentary laundry services; tourists only need to place their clothes in a bag, and they will be returned to their compartments the next day.
4. In-Depth Itinerary Design: Covering the Essence of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
The train’s itinerary avoids the ‘whirlwind tour’ approach of conventional travel groups and adopts a ‘slow travel’ philosophy. The summer itinerary covers northern Xinjiang attractions such as Koktokay, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, as well as southern Xinjiang cultural landmarks such as the Old City of Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau; the October southern Xinjiang special route focuses on autumn landscapes such as the poplar forests, the Taklimakan Desert, and the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, allowing tourists to encounter Xinjiang’s beauty in the best season.
5. Convenience: The ‘Invisible Advantages’ of the Train
Xinjiang is vast, with long distances between attractions. Ordinary travel methods require frequent transfers between transportation modes, leading to fatigue and potential safety risks. The New Oriental Express adopts a ‘one-ticket system,’ where tourists only need to bring their luggage on board, with all other matters arranged by the staff. The train is also equipped with a medical room, and a team doctor can handle common ailments, ensuring health throughout the journey.
2026 New Prices and Group Dates (subject to contract)
New Oriental Express 2026: A mobile ‘five-star palace’ 🚂✨ traversing the north and south of the Tianshan MountainsAccording to information provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the group dates and prices for the New Oriental Express in 2026 are as follows:
May Group Dates:May 6, May 14
Noble Gold Diamond (3 custom compartments):59,999 RMB/person
Royal Gold Diamond (4 custom compartments):54,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 custom compartments):49,999 RMB/person (30,000 RMB/person for the third and fourth persons)
June Group Dates:June 1, June 11, June 25, June 30
Noble Gold Diamond:67,999-69,999 RMB/person
Royal Gold Diamond:62,999-63,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:56,999-58,999 RMB/person (30,000 RMB/person for the third and fourth persons)
September Group Dates:September 3
Noble Gold Diamond:71,999 RMB/person
Royal Gold Diamond:65,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:59,999 RMB/person (30,000 RMB/person for the third and fourth persons)
October Group Dates:October 15, October 25 (Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Special Route)
Noble Gold Diamond:44,999 RMB/person
New Oriental Express: Redefining the ‘premium-grade’ experience for travel in XinjiangRoyal Gold Diamond:39,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:36,999 RMB/person (20,000 RMB/person for the third and fourth persons)
Price Explanation:The cost includes train accommodation, meals, scenic spot tickets, guide services, and insurance; it does not include personal expenses and round-trip transportation to Urumqi. Prices may fluctuate depending on the group date, and the specific price is subject to the contract or confirmation on the day.
2026 Summer Itinerary (14 days)
Day 1:Arrival in Urumqi from various locations
Tourists arrive in Urumqi on their own and check into a hotel. A welcome dinner is held in the evening, where train staff introduce itinerary precautions.
Day 2:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – Altay
Board the train in the morning, and the train departs. Arrive in Koktokay in the afternoon and visit Zhongshan and the Irtysh Grand Canyon. Return to the train in the evening and stay overnight in Altay.
Day 3:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Travel along the Ahe Highway, enjoying views of snow-capped mountains, forests, and grasslands along the way. Arrive in Hemu Village in the afternoon, check into a Tuvan wooden house, and experience life in a primitive village.
Day 4:Hemu – Kanas
Capture the morning mist in Hemu in the early morning, then travel by car to Kanas. Visit the Fish Watching Pavilion and Fairy Bay, and take a boat tour of Kanas Lake in the evening.
Day 5:Kanas – Chonghu’er – Colorful Beach – Train
Travel to Chonghu’er Town in the morning for a home visit with local families of various ethnic groups. Visit Colorful Beach in the afternoon and admire the magnificent scenery of the yardang landform and the Irtysh River.
Day 6:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
While ordinary trains are still worrying about meals and beds, the New Oriental Express has already upgraded ‘travel’ into a ‘mobile high-end lifestyle.’ This train, dubbed the ‘land cruise ship’ by tourists, redefines the standard for in-depth travel in Xinjiang with its itinerary-inclusive designated compartment design, Michelin-level cuisine, and full-service butlers. In 2026, this train not only retains the classic northern and southern Xinjiang loop but also introduces a special October southern Xinjiang autumn scenery route, allowing tourists to experience Xinjiang’s supreme romance amidst the golden hues of the poplar forests and the snow-capped mountains of the Pamir Plateau.Arrive at Sayram Lake in the morning and tour around the lake, capturing ‘the last tear drop of the Atlantic.’ Travel to Yining in the afternoon and visit the Kazan Folk Tourism Area.
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Spend the day touring Nalati Grassland, with options to ride horses or take a shuttle bus deep into the grassland. Attend a grassland bonfire party in the evening.
Day 8:Nalati – Middle Section of the Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Travel through the middle section of the Duku Highway, enjoying views of the Tianshan Canyon along the way. Arrive in Bayanbulak in the afternoon and capture the sunset at the Nine Curves Eighteen Bends.
Day 9:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of the Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – Train
Continue traveling through the southern section of the Duku Highway in the morning and visit the Kuqa Grand Canyon in the afternoon to experience the wonders of nature.
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Arrive in Kashgar in the morning, then travel by car to the Pamir Plateau. Visit Baisha Lake and Muztagh Ata, and stay overnight in Taxkorgan County.
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Visit families of various ethnic groups in the morning to learn about their cultures. Return to Kashgar in the afternoon and visit the Id Kah Mosque.
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – Train
Tour the Old City of Kashgar in the morning and travel by train to Turpan in the afternoon to visit the Jiaohe Ancient City and Karez Wells.
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Tour Grape Valley in the morning and taste fresh grapes. Return to Urumqi in the afternoon and check into a hotel.
Why choose the New Oriental Express? Unveiling 5 core advantagesDay 14:Urumqi – Departure
See off the group according to flight times, concluding the itinerary.
October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Special Route (11 days)
Day 1:Arrival in Urumqi from various locations
Day 2:Urumqi – Turpan – Ruoqiang
Visit the Jiaohe Ancient City and Karez Wells, then travel by train to Ruoqiang in the evening.
Day 3:Ruoqiang – Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum
Visit the Milan Ruins and Loulan Museum, and experience jujube picking.
Day 4:Ruoqiang – Hotan
Tour Hotan Tuancheng and the Yurungqash River, and admire the night view of the Yotkan Ancient City in the evening.
Day 5:Hotan – Shache – Kashgar
Visit the Palace of the Yarkant Khan and the Tomb of Amannishahan, and arrive in Kashgar in the evening.
Day 6:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake
Tour the Pamir Plateau and return to Kashgar.
Day 7:Old City of Kashgar – Kuqa
1. Itinerary-Inclusive Designated Compartment Design: Privacy and Comfort CombinedTour the Old City of Kashgar and the Id Kah Mosque, then travel by train to Kuqa in the evening.
Day 8:Kuqa – Tianshan Grand Canyon
Tour the Tianshan Grand Canyon and the Kuqa Royal Palace, and experience the Resitan Old Street.
Day 9:Kuqa – Luntai – Poplar Forest
Tour the Tarim Poplar Forest and travel by train back to Urumqi in the evening.
Day 10:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan
Tour the Heavenly Lake of Tianshan and hold a farewell dinner in the evening.
Day 11:Urumqi – Departure
Registration Method and Price Explanation
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The cost includes train accommodation, meals, scenic spot tickets, guide services, and insurance; it does not include personal expenses and round-trip transportation to Urumqi. Single registrants will do their best to coordinate shared rooms, and special circumstances require separate negotiation. The specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Service Explanation and Precautions
The train itinerary may be changed due to weather, road conditions, and other factors, and reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made after mutual agreement between both parties.
Tourists need to carry valid identification documents, and some scenic spots require advance reservations, with specific details subject to staff notifications.
There is a large temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang, so it is recommended to bring warm clothing; the summer ultraviolet rays are strong, so sun protection measures are necessary.
Consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, for more itinerary details.
The New Oriental Express is not just a train but a mobile high-end travel experience. Here, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains while savoring five-star service and cuisine. In 2026, let’s meet on the New Oriental Express and embark on an unforgettable journey in Xinjiang!
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quote.
