New Oriental Express Special Train Yili Tour 2026 Price List All in One Guide Recommended Routes Costs and Prices

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.

✨ [New Oriental Express Train:A Moving Scenic Route Through Yili | 2026 In-Depth Experience Guide]✨
I. Itinerary Highlights: Why Choose the New Oriental Express Train?
🚂 A Moving ‘Five-Star Hotel’:The entire train is equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and 24-hour butler service. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments to ensure privacy.
🌄 Immersive Scenic Train:The carriage design incorporates cultural elements from various ethnic groups in Xinjiang, allowing passengers to enjoy multiple landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and lakes while traveling.
📜 Themed Itinerary Design:The 2026 route has been upgraded to include in-depth experiences such as ‘self-driving on the Ahe Highway’ and ‘visits to Tajik families,’ avoiding the crowded routes of conventional tour groups.
🍇 Seasonal Limited Experiences:The itinerary changes according to the month, with flower fields in Yili in May-June, poplar forests in southern Xinjiang in September-October, and grape picking in Turpan after October.
II. 2026 Pricing and Group Schedule Information (Subject to Contract)
📅 Spring/Summer Departures (May-June, September):
▪️ Noble Gold Diamond (3 compartments):RMB 59,999-71,999 per person
▪️ Royal Jade Gold Diamond (4 compartments):RMB 54,999-65,999 per person
▪️ Platinum Delight Gold Diamond (5 compartments):RMB 49,999-59,999 per person

✨[New Oriental Express Train: A Moving Scenic Route Through Yili | 2026 In-Depth Experience Guide]✨▪️ For the third/fourth person traveling together:RMB 30,000 per person
📅 Autumn Special Departures (October 15th, 25th):
▪️ Noble Gold Diamond:RMB 44,999 per person
▪️ Royal Jade Gold Diamond:RMB 39,999 per person
▪️ Platinum Delight Gold Diamond:RMB 36,999 per person
▪️ For the third/fourth person traveling together:RMB 20,000 per person
❗ Important Notes:
1️⃣ The price includes transportation, accommodation, meals, admission tickets, and guide services throughout the trip.
2️⃣ For October departures, some outdoor experiences may change due to cooler weather; specifics are subject to the contract.
3️⃣ For child policies and other details, please consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency.
III. Detailed Itinerary for the 2026 Summer Version (14 Days, 13 Nights)
🌿 Days 1-2:Gather in Urumqi → Geological Exploration of Koktokay

I. Itinerary Highlights: Why Choose the New Oriental Express Train?▪️ Highlights:Take the special train through the Junggar Basin, search for the ruins of ‘Pit No. 3’ in Koktokay National Geological Park, and stay overnight in a characteristic wooden house in Altay.
🌲 Days 3-4:Ahe Highway → Hemu Village → Kanas Secret Realm
▪️ In-Depth Experience:Self-drive on the Ahe Highway (recommended for small groups), learn to make dairy products at a Tuva family home in Hemu Village, and take a boat on Kanas Lake to search for the legend of the ‘water monster.’
🎨 Days 5-6:Colorful Beach → Sayram Lake → Yining Lavender Manor
▪️ Visual Feast:Photograph the Danxia landform at Colorful Beach in the evening, cycle around Sayram Lake, and visit the Huocheng Lavender Farm in June (seasonal limited).
🐎 Days 7-8:Nalati Grassland → Dukou Highway → Bayinbuluk
▪️ Adventure Moments:Travel through the middle section of the Dukou Highway, experience the ‘girl chase’ tradition of various ethnic groups on the Nalati Grassland, and wait for the sunset over the winding rivers at Bayinbuluk Wetland.
🏜 Days 9-11:Kuqa Grand Canyon → Kashgar Old City → Pamir Plateau
▪️ Cultural Impact:Listen to the Qiuci music and dance at the Kuqa Royal Palace, learn to make baked naan in the Kashgar Old City, and visit the eagle dance inheritors of various ethnic groups in Taxkorgan County.
🍇 Days 12-14:Turpan Grape Valley → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Return Journey
▪️ Gastronomic Journey:Add a red date picking experience for October departures, and hold a farewell dinner after hiking at Heavenly Lake of Tianshan.
IV. Special October Southern Xinjiang Route (11 Days, 10 Nights)

🚂 A Moving ‘Five-Star Hotel’: The entire train is equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and 24-hour butler service. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments to ensure privacy.🍂 Autumn Limited Experiences:
▪️ Jiaohe Ancient City in Turpan:Listen to the stories of the Western Regions among the thousand-year-old ruins.
▪️ Date Picking in Ruoqiang:Personally knock down ‘Loulan red dates’ and experience the joy of farming.
▪️ Tarim Poplar Forest:Take a small train through the golden ocean (best in mid-to-late October).
▪️ Kuqa Restan Old Street:Collect hand-painted postcards of traditional door decorations from various ethnic groups.
V. Registration Method and Precautions
📞 Registration Channel:
Register through Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide a detailed itinerary manual.
📋 Recommended Materials:
Valid identification, health certificate (required for some scenic spots), and 48-hour certificate (subject to change according to real-time policies in 2026).
⚠ ️ Special Reminders:
1️⃣ For October departures, prepare windproof and warm clothing. For high-altitude areas (such as the Pamir Plateau), it is recommended to carry an oxygen tank.

🌄 Immersive Scenic Train: The carriage design incorporates cultural elements from various ethnic groups in Xinjiang, allowing passengers to enjoy multiple landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, deserts, and lakes while traveling.2️⃣ The Dukou Highway is recommended to be open from June to September each year and will be replaced by the Yizhao Highway in other months.
3️⃣ For trips to border areas, a pass must be obtained in advance (the travel agency can assist).
VI. Fee Explanation and Service Standards
💰 Fees Include:
▪️ Transportation:Soft sleeper on the New Oriental Express Train for the entire journey + local regular tourist buses.
▪️ Accommodation:Train compartments + four-star hotels in scenic spots (characteristic homestays in Hemu/Taxkorgan County).
▪️ Meals:13 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including 4 special meals: roast whole lamb/cold-water fish banquet/hand-pulled rice/big plate chicken).
▪️ Admission Tickets:First admission tickets to all scenic spots in the itinerary.
🙅 Fees Do Not Include:
▪️ Personal expenses (such as shopping and self-paid entertainment projects).
▪️ Round-trip transportation costs to Urumqi.
▪️ Insurance fees (it is recommended to purchase travel accident insurance separately).

📜 Themed Itinerary Design: The 2026 route has been upgraded to include in-depth experiences such as ‘self-driving on the Ahe Highway’ and ‘visits to Tajik families,’ avoiding the crowded routes of conventional tour groups.📝 Service Commitments:
▪️ Each group is equipped with 1 professional guide + 1 accompanying doctor.
▪️ Provide 2 bottles of mineral water and seasonal fruits daily.
▪️ 24-hour emergency contact mechanism.
VII. Frequently Asked Questions
🤔 Q:Can I charge my devices on the train?
A:Each carriage has a public charging area, and USB ports are provided in the compartments (it is recommended to bring your own adapter plug).
🍽 ️ Q:What if I have dietary restrictions?
A:Please indicate your dietary preferences when registering. Special arrangements such as halal/vegetarian meals can be provided.
👨👩👧👦 Q:Is it suitable for the elderly/children to participate?
A:The itinerary is designed with both comfort and fun in mind, but some sections (such as the Dukou Highway) have long driving distances. It is recommended to choose according to physical conditions.
✨ [Conclusion]✨
The New Oriental Express Train is not just a means of transportation but also a moving cultural window. The 2026 route has been fully upgraded, taking you from the Yili River Valley to the Pamir Plateau, from grassland pastures to desert oases, allowing you to understand the grandeur and tenderness of Xinjiang in 14 days. Immediately contact Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Trailblazer International Travel Agency, to start your slow journey to the Western Regions!

Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation.