Oriental Express Registration Pitfall Guide! Official Ticketing Channels and Refund Policy Details
How to buy tickets and make reservations for the New Oriental Express? For the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourism special train, you need to 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 book and purchase tickets. Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting the itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, and other steps.
Want to take the New Oriental Express for an in-depth tour of Xinjiang but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket purchase guide will help you sort things out and easily plan your trip. ✨
🎟 ️ Ticket Purchase Channels:Special train tickets are not available on 12306
The New Oriental Express is a special tourist train product jointly created by the railway department and travel agencies. Its tickets are not publicly sold on the 12306 platform. You need to book through the official travel agency channels of the railway.
Key Tip:Do not search for ‘New Oriental Express’ on 12306 to avoid delaying your trip planning.
🤝 How to Book:Taking Xinjiang Pathfinder as an example
You can choose to register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The specific process is as follows:
1. Consult about routes and tour dates
Contact the travel agency by phone or WeChat to confirm the route you are interested in (such as a full tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, Southern Xinjiang only, etc.), departure date, and available berth status.
2. Confirm details and pay a deposit
After selecting the route and cabin type, the travel agency will provide a detailed itinerary and price. Once confirmed, you need to pay a deposit to lock in the berth.
3. Submit materials and sign a contract
Provide the traveler’s name, valid ID number, and other information as required by the travel agency, and sign a unified electronic contract on the national tourism supervision platform to clarify the rights and responsibilities of both parties.
Want to take the New Oriental Express for an in-depth tour of Xinjiang but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, this ticket purchase guide will help you sort things out and easily plan your trip. ✨4. Pay the balance and receive notification
Usually, the remaining balance is paid about 30 days before departure. Before departure, you will receive a tour notification letter containing information such as the meeting time and location.
💰 Prices and Tour Dates:Subject to the information provided
The New Oriental Express is a seasonally priced product, with prices varying by travel date, route, and cabin type. The following are the finalized prices and tour dates for this route. The final details are subject to the signed formal contract.
Prices and Tour Dates
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
🎟️ Ticket Purchase Channels: Special train tickets are not available on 12306 Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
Simple Itinerary
Quick Itinerary Overview (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
The New Oriental Express is a special tourist train product jointly created by the railway department and travel agencies. Its tickets are not publicly sold on the 12306 platform. You need to book through the official travel agency channels of the railway.Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
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
Key Tip: Do not search for ‘New Oriental Express’ on 12306 to avoid delaying your trip planning.Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – 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, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Homes, 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:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
🤝 How to Book: Taking Xinjiang Pathfinder as an exampleDay 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
💡 Practical Ticket Purchase Tips
Book Early:Popular departure dates (such as June, September, October) have limited spots. It is recommended to inquire several months in advance, especially for group travel or specific cabin types.
Accurate Information:Carefully check the valid ID information when submitting it to avoid errors that may affect your trip.
Look for Discounts:You can check the ‘Railway Tourism’ section on 12306. Some tourist train products may be eligible for discount coupons, but the specific scope of application is subject to platform announcements.
👩 💼 Your Exclusive Consultant:Manager Wang Fei
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, who will serve you, is a native of Xinjiang with over ten years of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the entire route, road conditions, weather, and local customs of Northern and Southern Xinjiang. She can plan classic loops or niche in-depth tours for you.
Professional Services:Proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel, small group tours, local customized car rentals, and tourist special trains. Familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, and hidden gems. Good at explaining the history and culture of the Western Regions.
Service Philosophy:Cheerful and humorous personality, reliable throughout the trip. She always adheres to the principle of no shopping stops during the itinerary, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally, committed to creating a comfortable journey that suits tourists’ preferences.
📞 Inquire and Register Now
If you are interested or want to learn about other departure dates and prices, feel free to contact Manager Wang Fei for the latest information.
Inquiry/Registration:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:18095969599
When adding WeChat, please note ‘New Oriental Express Inquiry’. Manager Wang Fei will provide detailed route information, answer questions, and assist you with the booking.
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