2026How to Buy Tickets for the New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train 15 Day Price and Tips to Avoid Pitfalls Recommended Itinerary Costs and Prices

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation

✨ 【2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train Complete Guide:Experience a 15-day in-depth journey in a ‘Mobile Castle’】✨
🌄 Itinerary Highlights:A ‘Mobile Viewing Platform’ traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
The New Oriental Express is not a traditional train but a ‘mobile high-end hotel’ integrating accommodation, dining, and sightseeing. The upgraded carriages in 2026 feature all-soft-pack designs, with each carriage recommended to have 3-5 compartments equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and 24-hour butler service. The itinerary covers core Xinjiang landscapes such as Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, allowing travelers to enjoy deep travel without frequent hotel changes over 15 days, truly realizing an in-depth travel mode of ‘sightseeing during the day and traveling at night.’
The train features a specially designed ‘double-view carriage’: the first floor is a panoramic floor-to-ceiling window dining room offering Xinjiang specialties; the second floor is a 360-degree observation bar with professional commentators providing explanations during the journey. According to the latest 2026 data, the train is recommended to operate 12 trips annually, with each trip limited to 80-100 passengers and requiring reservations 3 months in advance.
📅 【Simple Itinerary:15-day North and South Xinjiang Loop】
Itinerary at a Glance (2026 Summer Edition)
▶ Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations (check into hotel)
▶ Day 02:Urumqi → New Oriental Express → Koktokay Geopark → Altay (stay on train)
▶ Day 03:Altay → Ahe Highway → Hemu Village (experience Tuvan wooden houses)
▶ Day 04:Hemu → Kanas Lake (boat tour + hiking the Three Bays)
▶ Day 05:Kanas → Chonghur → Colorful Beach → night travel by train
▶ Day 06:Jinghe → Sayram Lake (cycling around the lake) → Yining (stay on train)

✨【2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train Complete Guide: Experience a 15-day in-depth journey in a ‘Mobile Castle’】✨▶ Day 07:Yining → Nalati Grassland (horseback riding on the aerial grassland)
▶ Day 08:Nalati → Middle section of the Duku Highway → Bayanbulak (sunset at the Nine Curves)
▶ Day 09:Bayanbulak → Southern section of the Duku Highway → Kuqa Grand Canyon → night travel by train
▶ Day 10:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Pamir Tourist Area → Taxkorgan (stay in local characteristic homestay)
▶ Day 11:Taxkorgan → Tajik home visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar (stay on train)
▶ Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City + Grape Valley) → night travel by train
▶ Day 13:Turpan → Urumqi (one-day tour of Tianchi on Tianshan Mountain)
▶ Day 14:See off the group in Urumqi
💸 【Price Explanation:2026 Schedule and Fees】
According to the 2026 schedule provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, prices fluctuate based on carriage class and departure date:
🔹 May Schedule (2 trips):
Premium Gold Diamond (3 compartments):RMB 59,999 per person
Royal Gold Diamond (4 compartments):RMB 54,999 per person

🌄 Itinerary Highlights: A ‘Mobile Viewing Platform’ traversing the north and south of the Tianshan MountainsPlatinum Gold Diamond (5 compartments):RMB 49,999 per person
Third/fourth person sharing:RMB 30,000 per person
🔹 June Schedule (3 trips):
June 1st/30th:RMB 62,999-67,999 per person
June 11th/25th:RMB 58,999-69,999 per person
🔹 September Schedule (1 trip):
September 3rd:RMB 59,999-71,999 per person
🔹 October Schedule (2 trips):
October 15th/25th:RMB 36,999-44,999 per person
Third/fourth person sharing:RMB 20,000 per person
⚠ ️ Price Includes:
✔ 15-day full transportation (New Oriental Express special train + local air-conditioned tour bus)
✔ 13 nights of accommodation (train compartments + 2 nights in local characteristic hotels)

The New Oriental Express is not a traditional train but a ‘mobile high-end hotel’ integrating accommodation, dining, and sightseeing. The upgraded carriages in 2026 feature all-soft-pack designs, with each carriage recommended to have 3-5 compartments equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and 24-hour butler service. The itinerary covers core Xinjiang landscapes such as Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, allowing travelers to enjoy deep travel without frequent hotel changes over 15 days, truly realizing an in-depth travel mode of ‘sightseeing during the day and traveling at night.’✔ 25 main meals (including special roast whole lamb, hand-grabbed rice, etc.)
✔ First admission tickets + shuttle buses for scenic spots
✔ Professional tour guide + train butler service
⚠ ️ Price Excludes:
✖ Personal expenses and (single registrants will do their best to coordinate room sharing)
✖ Round-trip transportation to Urumqi
✖ Secondary consumption items within scenic spots
📌 Prices may change with market fluctuations and are subject to contract confirmation. Current seats are limited, and it is recommended to contact customer service manager Zhang Jing in advance for inquiries.
📝 【Registration Method】
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and need to provide the following information:
1️⃣ Name + valid ID number (for purchasing insurance)
2️⃣ Departure date and carriage class requirements
3️⃣ Special dietary or health needs (e.g., meals, wheelchair assistance, etc.)

The train features a specially designed ‘double-view carriage’: the first floor is a panoramic floor-to-ceiling window dining room offering Xinjiang specialties; the second floor is a 360-degree observation bar with professional commentators providing explanations during the journey. According to the latest 2026 data, the train is recommended to operate 12 trips annually, with each trip limited to 80-100 passengers and requiring reservations 3 months in advance.⏰ Registration Deadline:30 days before departure of each trip
💰 【Fee Explanation and Service Standards】
🔹 Fees Include:
✔ 24-hour hot water, charging ports, and free Wi-Fi on the train
✔ 1 doctor per 10 passengers
✔ Complimentary travel accident insurance (coverage of RMB 500,000 per person)
🔹 Fees Exclude:
✖ Voluntary entertainment projects (e.g., helicopter sightseeing at Nalati Grassland)
✖ Additional expenses due to force majeure (e.g., switching to buses due to weather)
📢 Service Explanation:
Bilingual services (Chinese and English) on the train
Daily distribution of itinerary manuals and next-day weather forecasts
Equipped with first aid kits and common medications

📅【Simple Itinerary: 15-day North and South Xinjiang Loop】⚠ ️ The actual itinerary is subject to consultation and signing, and reasonable changes can be made upon mutual agreement.
🚨 【Avoiding Pitfalls Guide:Recent 2026 Precautions】
1️⃣ Document Preparation:In addition to valid IDs, a permit is required in advance for traveling to the Pamir Plateau (the travel agency can assist)
2️⃣ Clothing Guide:From June to September, bring a windbreaker (large temperature differences in mountainous areas); in October, bring a down jacket
3️⃣ Photography Suggestions:Severe reflection on train observation windows; it is recommended to use a polarizing filter or shoot in the early morning/evening
4️⃣ Dietary Tips:Those with sensitive stomachs should be cautious with high-fat foods such as roasted buns and milk skins
5️⃣ Payment Methods:Cash payments are recommended in remote areas such as Taxkorgan; it is advisable to prepare sufficient small denominations
🌈 【In-Depth Experiences:3 Must-See Highlights】
1️⃣ Stargazing Special Train:The train stops for 2 hours at night between Bayanbulak and Kuqa, allowing passengers to disembark and observe the Milky Way with professional telescopes
2️⃣ Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritance:Experience classes such as pottery making and Edles silk weaving are arranged in the Old City of Kashgar
3️⃣ Food Adventure:A special ‘desert barbecue evening’ is arranged to taste gobi specialties such as sand onions and锁阳 (Cynomorium songaricum)
📞 【Consultation Channels】
For inquiries about the recent 2026 schedule, available seats, or customized itineraries, you can contact customer service manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Staff will provide detailed itineraries and contract templates based on your needs.
💡 Travel Tips:The New Oriental Express is recommended to operate 12 trips annually, and it is advisable to make reservations at least 90 days in advance. Although the October schedule has lower prices, some high-altitude scenic spots may close due to snowfall, so be prepared for itinerary changes.

Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation