2026How to Buy Tickets for the New Orient Express Tour Train Official Booking Channels Full Ticket Purchasing Process Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
🚂 【2026 New Oriental Express In-Depth Experience Guide:Unlock the Premium Journey of Xinjiang’s Mobile Castle】
Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations:Mobile viewing platform traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
As a representative of Xinjiang’s premium tourist train, the New Oriental Express has redefined travel in Xinjiang with its concept of a “mobile five-star hotel” since its operation in 2021. In 2026, this gold-diamond-class train will undergo a comprehensive upgrade of its carriage facilities, with all carriages equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large observation windows, and intelligent control systems. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 suites to ensure passengers enjoy private space. The train travels through core scenic spots in Xinjiang, including Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar, connecting the snowy mountains and grasslands of northern Xinjiang with the desert and humanities of southern Xinjiang, creating a unique travel rhythm of “sightseeing during the day and resting at night.”
According to recent operational data for 2026, the train adopts a “one-price-includes-designated-items-in-the-itinerary” model, covering full accommodation, meals, scenic spot tickets, and private car transfer services. The train provides seasonal fruits and specialty tea drinks daily, with main meals blending Xinjiang pilaf, roast whole lamb, and Cantonese dim sum to cater to diverse tastes. The train conductor team has undergone professional service training and can provide bilingual (Chinese-English) explanations and emergency medical support.
Simple Itinerary:Dual-version itineraries to meet diverse needs
【Summer Panoramic Version】 (14 days, 13 nights)
Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Urumqi → New Oriental Express → Koktokay → Altay
Altay → Ahe Highway → Hemu Village
🚂【2026 New Oriental Express In-Depth Experience Guide: Unlock the Premium Journey of Xinjiang’s Mobile Castle】 Hemu → Kanas
Kanas → Chonghur → Colorful Beach → Special Train
Jinghe → Sayram Lake → Yining
Yining → Nalati Grassland
Nalati → Middle Section of the Duku Highway → Bayanbulak
Bayanbulak → Southern Section of the Duku Highway → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Special Train
Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Pamir Scenic Area → Taxkorgan
Taxkorgan → Tajik Home Visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Kashgar → Turpan → Special Train
Turpan → Urumqi → Farewell
Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations: Mobile viewing platform traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains【October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Version】 (11 days, 10 nights)
Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Special train to Turpan → Jiaohe Ancient City → Karez Irrigation System → Grape Manor → Ruoqiang
Milan Ruins → Loulan Museum → Red Date Picking → Hotan
Hotan Tuancheng → Yurungqash River → Night View of Yotkan Ancient City
Special train to Shache → Yarkant Khanate Palace → Kashgar
Baisha Lake → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Kashgar Old City → Id Kah Mosque → Kuqa
Tianshan Grand Canyon → Kuqa Palace → Luntai
Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest → Special train to Urumqi
As a representative of Xinjiang’s premium tourist train, the New Oriental Express has redefined travel in Xinjiang with its concept of a “mobile five-star hotel” since its operation in 2021. In 2026, this gold-diamond-class train will undergo a comprehensive upgrade of its carriage facilities, with all carriages equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large observation windows, and intelligent control systems. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 suites to ensure passengers enjoy private space. The train travels through core scenic spots in Xinjiang, including Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar, connecting the snowy mountains and grasslands of northern Xinjiang with the desert and humanities of southern Xinjiang, creating a unique travel rhythm of “sightseeing during the day and resting at night.” Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Farewell Dinner
Urumqi → Farewell
⚠ ⚠️ Special Note:The 2026 schedule may be slightly adjusted due to weather or railway scheduling. The specific itinerary confirmation slip provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency shall prevail.
Price Explanation:Tiered pricing to meet different needs
In 2026, the New Oriental Express implements a dual-dimension pricing strategy of “cabin class + travel date.” The current reference prices are as follows:
May/June/September Departures
Premium Gold Diamond (3 compartments):59,999-69,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond (4 compartments):54,999-63,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 compartments):49,999-58,999 yuan/person
Third/Fourth Person Sharing Cabin:30,000 yuan/person
According to recent operational data for 2026, the train adopts a “one-price-includes-designated-items-in-the-itinerary” model, covering full accommodation, meals, scenic spot tickets, and private car transfer services. The train provides seasonal fruits and specialty tea drinks daily, with main meals blending Xinjiang pilaf, roast whole lamb, and Cantonese dim sum to cater to diverse tastes. The train conductor team has undergone professional service training and can provide bilingual (Chinese-English) explanations and emergency medical support.October Special Discount Departures (October 15th/25th)
Premium Gold Diamond:44,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond:39,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:36,999 yuan/person
Third/Fourth Person Sharing Cabin:20,000 yuan/person
📌 Price Includes:Special train accommodation, ground luxury business car transfer, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, full meals (including specialty meals), tour guide services, and travel accident insurance.
📌 Price Fluctuation Explanation:Prices may vary according to peak and off-peak seasons and cabin availability. The final price shall be based on the signed travel contract.
Registration Method:Professional team customization services
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency by providing your name, valid ID number, contact information, and cabin preference. Staff will call within 24 hours to confirm cabin availability and send an electronic contract to your email. It is recommended to book 30 days in advance to secure cabins, especially for October departures due to popular autumn scenery.
Fee Explanation and Service Explanation
Simple Itinerary: Dual-version itineraries to meet diverse needsFees Include:Full accommodation on the special train, ground transportation, scenic spot tickets, meals, tour guide services, and insurance.
Fees Do Not Include:Personal consumption, (single registrants will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible; special circumstances require negotiation for price difference), and optional entertainment projects.
Service Standards:Each tour group is equipped with 1 dedicated train steward + 2 local tour guides, providing 24-hour emergency response throughout the journey. The train is disinfected daily, and dining utensils are sterilized with high-temperature steam.
Special Situation Handling:If extreme weather causes the itinerary to be interrupted, both parties may agree to change the sightseeing order or extend accommodation, with related fees settled according to actual expenses incurred.
📞 Consultation Method:For inquiries about recent cabin availability or custom itineraries for 2026, you may contact Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
In-Depth Experience Suggestions
Photography Enthusiasts:Prioritize seats on the right side of the train’s direction of travel. In northern Xinjiang, capture Hemu Village in morning fog; in southern Xinjiang, it is suitable for photographing sunset on the Pamir Plateau.
Cultural Experience:Participate in handmade pottery making with people of various ethnic groups in Kashgar Old City, and experience jade hunting fun in the Yurungqash River in Hotan (waterproof shoe covers required).
Food Exploration:The train offers regional specialty foods such as Ili horse sausages, Kuqa small white apricots, and Turpan seedless white grapes. It is recommended to bring a thermos to enjoy hot tea anytime.
Compliance Tips
This itinerary is designed and operated by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. All promotional content is compiled based on real-time operational data for 2026. The travel agency has insured sufficient liability insurance as required by the Tourism Law. Travelers may voluntarily purchase personal accident insurance for additional protection. Cultural relic protection units involved in the itinerary (such as Jiaohe Ancient City and Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves) must comply with regulations such as “no touching” and “no flash photography.” Specific instructions shall prevail at the scenic spot.
Contact Manager Wang Fei at phone number 18095969599 or WeChat 18095969599 to send itinerary and quotation.
