2026 How to Buy Tickets for New Oriental Express and Price List
How to buy tickets and book the New Oriental Express? The 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourist train must be booked through the official travel agency channel: Manager Wang Fei of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, Service WeChat: xjwf10086). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
🚂 Slow Travel in Xinjiang, Living in the Scenery — A Complete Guide to the New Oriental Express Train Journey
Tired of catching early flights, dragging luggage between hotels, and rushing through attractions? In 2026, more and more tourists are choosing a more relaxed and in-depth travel style: riding the New Oriental Express, traveling through the Tianshan Mountains with a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ rhythm, immersing themselves in the beautiful Xinjiang from a private moving space.
This train is not an ordinary train, but a ‘mobile living space’ equipped with bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, and an entertainment car. During the day, you explore scenic spots; at night, you sleep while moving. No need to frequently move luggage throughout the journey, truly realizing ‘bringing your home on the road’.
🌄 Route Highlights:One Journey, Experience the Essence of Xinjiang’s Four Seasons
The New Oriental Express operates from April to October each year, covering the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang and the cultural oases of Southern Xinjiang. The 2026 upgraded train has two groups: luxury and comfort. All cabins have private bathrooms with wet and dry separation, eliminating the inconvenience of shared toilets on traditional trains.
Northern Xinjiang Section:The canyon secrets of Keketuohai, the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village, the lake and autumn colors of Kanas, the sunset light and shadow of the Colorful Beach, the ‘last tear of the Atlantic’ at Sayram Lake, the grassland pastoral songs of Nalati and Bayinbuluke…
Southern Xinjiang Section (October):The thousand-year-old ancient city of Turpan, the Loulan cultural marks of Ruoqiang, the jade riverbanks of Hotan, the Yarkand King’s Palace in Shache, the smoky alleys of Kashgar’s old city, the白沙湖 and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the golden poplar forests of Luntai…
The train specially arranges VIP access to Kanas Scenic Area from 6:30 to 8:00 AM to avoid peak crowds; when crossing the Duku Highway, off-road vehicles accompany to handle complex road conditions; for trips to the Pamir Plateau area, pass processing services are provided (submit copies of documents 3 working days in advance).
Suitable for a wide range of people:Family trips, senior groups, photography enthusiasts, cultural explorers, or any traveler seeking a relaxed pace, deep experience, and private accommodation.
📅 Simple Itinerary Arrangement
Based on the actual 2026 operating plan, different seasons correspond to different routes. Here are two typical versions:
Quick Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
🚂 Slow Travel in Xinjiang, Living in the Scenery — A Complete Guide to the New Oriental Express Train JourneyDay 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayinbuluke
Day 09:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day 10:Kashgar -白沙湖 – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Tired of catching early flights, dragging luggage between hotels, and rushing through attractions? In 2026, more and more tourists are choosing a more relaxed and in-depth travel style: riding the New Oriental Express, traveling through the Tianshan Mountains with a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ rhythm, immersing themselves in the beautiful Xinjiang from a private moving space.Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:白沙湖, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences, evening 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 train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> Note:The specific itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, after mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (2026 Reference)
The following are the currently announced schedules and prices for reference. The final price is subject to the signed contract:
June 1, June 30
This train is not an ordinary train, but a ‘mobile living space’ equipped with bathrooms, a dedicated dining car, and an entertainment car. During the day, you explore scenic spots; at night, you sleep while moving. No need to frequently move luggage throughout the journey, truly realizing ‘bringing your home on the road’. Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
🌄 Route Highlights: One Journey, Experience the Essence of Xinjiang’s Four SeasonsOctober 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
Prices may fluctuate based on travel season, group formation, and service standards. It is recommended to confirm availability and specific schedules in advance.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
👩 💼 About Manager Wang Fei
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is a native of Xinjiang with over ten years of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled through every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the entire route, road conditions, weather, and local customs of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning independent travel, boutique small groups, custom local car rentals, tourist trains, and other travel options. She is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic routes or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining Western Region history and culture, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable and thoughtful service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei always adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, rejecting hidden consumption, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring that every guest from afar truly experiences the vastness and beauty of Xinjiang and its simple warmth, allowing them to enjoy a worry-free trip.
🧾 Cost Explanation
The New Oriental Express operates from April to October each year, covering the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang and the cultural oases of Southern Xinjiang. The 2026 upgraded train has two groups: luxury and comfort. All cabins have private bathrooms with wet and dry separation, eliminating the inconvenience of shared toilets on traditional trains.Included:
Full-train cabin accommodation (with private bathroom)
First admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary
Professional tour guide service
Three meals daily on the train (including specialty dishes)
Scenic area shuttle transportation
Travel insurance
Excluded:
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi from various locations
Personal expenses (such as drinks, souvenirs, extra meals)
Optional activities and voluntary upgrade services
Additional costs due to force majeure (such as weather, policy changes)
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
The New Oriental Express is not just a train, but a lifestyle attitude — slow down and let the scenery naturally flow into your heart. In 2026, choose a season, board this ‘mobile home,’ and encounter the most authentic Xinjiang amidst the flowing colors like silk.
📞 For consultation, please contact:Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 18095969599 (same number for WeChat)
📍 Address information can be obtained from customer service.
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