New Oriental Express How to Book Tickets Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train How to Reserve
How to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express? To book the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourism special train, you must go through the official travel agency channel: Manager Wang Fei of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086) to reserve and purchase tickets. Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific purchase process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
🚂 How to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express special train? A complete guide to traveling on the 2026 Xinjiang luxury tourism special train
If you are tired of the hectic pace of traditional group tours—’rushing through attractions, carrying luggage, and changing hotels’—and want to deeply explore the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, then the newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express special train might be your ideal ‘mobile luxury travel space.’ This train is not an ordinary train but a ‘mobile star-rated hotel’ equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, and high-speed internet. During the day, you can freely explore beautiful Xinjiang, and at night, you can sleep soundly in a private compartment, truly achieving ‘living on the train, traveling with the light.’
🌄 Route Highlights:Why choose the New Oriental Express?
The New Oriental Express special train is one of the few high-end long-distance tourism special trains in China, designed for travelers seeking comfort, privacy, and cultural experiences. In 2026, the train body has been fully upgraded, with a low-noise structure throughout, ensuring nighttime travel decibels below 40 for deep sleep; the compartments maintain a constant temperature of 24–26°C, equipped with a fresh air system and humidifiers to effectively alleviate the discomfort caused by Xinjiang’s dry climate.
The itinerary covers northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake, southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, and the oases at the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, and delves into the Duku Highway and the hinterlands of the Tianshan Mountains, connecting over 20 natural and cultural landscapes. It is especially suitable for family trips, group outings with friends, or leisure groups for middle-aged and elderly people—no need to frequently pack luggage or transfer between cities, with a relaxed pace throughout, truly achieving ‘slow travel.’
📅 Simplified Itinerary
Quick Itinerary Overview (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
🚂 How to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express special train? A complete guide to traveling on the 2026 Xinjiang luxury tourism special trainDay 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 – Tashkurgan County
Day 11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
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 – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
If you are tired of the hectic pace of traditional group tours—’rushing through attractions, carrying luggage, and changing hotels’—and want to deeply explore the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang in one go, then the newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express special train might be your ideal ‘mobile luxury travel space.’ This train is not an ordinary train but a ‘mobile star-rated hotel’ equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, and high-speed internet. During the day, you can freely explore beautiful Xinjiang, and at night, you can sleep soundly in a private compartment, truly achieving ‘living on the train, traveling with the light.’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, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, 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:To Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (2026 Latest Tour Dates and Quotes)
The following are currently available tour dates and corresponding prices, subject to the signed contract:
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom compartments) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom compartments) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom compartments) 56,999 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)
🌄 Route Highlights: Why choose the New Oriental Express? Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom compartments) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom compartments) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom compartments) 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom compartments) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom compartments) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom compartments) 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom compartments) 44,999 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express special train is one of the few high-end long-distance tourism special trains in China, designed for travelers seeking comfort, privacy, and cultural experiences. In 2026, the train body has been fully upgraded, with a low-noise structure throughout, ensuring nighttime travel decibels below 40 for deep sleep; the compartments maintain a constant temperature of 24–26°C, equipped with a fresh air system and humidifiers to effectively alleviate the discomfort caused by Xinjiang’s dry climate. Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom compartments) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom compartments) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> Prices may fluctuate with the season, seat type, and group formation; the final confirmation is subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
📞 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 a decade of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across the Tianshan Mountains, familiar with all routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourism special trains, and is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels at explaining Western Regions’ history and culture, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, refusing hidden consumption, treating others sincerely, and working professionally. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to travelers’ preferences, ensuring every guest from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, allowing them to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
🧾 Cost Explanation
Cost Includes:
The itinerary covers northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Hemu, and Sayram Lake, southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, and the oases at the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, and delves into the Duku Highway and the hinterlands of the Tianshan Mountains, connecting over 20 natural and cultural landscapes. It is especially suitable for family trips, group outings with friends, or leisure groups for middle-aged and elderly people—no need to frequently pack luggage or transfer between cities, with a relaxed pace throughout, truly achieving ‘slow travel.’Full-trip special train compartment accommodation (including bathroom)
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Local transportation transfers (during special train stops)
Catering services (as per itinerary)
Professional guide and attendant services
Cost Excludes:
Round-trip transportation from departure location to Urumqi
Personal expenses and optional activities
Additional costs due to force majeure factors
> Subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
📌 Warm Tips
Tickets for the New Oriental Express special train cannot be purchased through platforms like 12306; reservations must be made through a travel agency.
It is recommended to inquire about availability in advance, as popular seats (e.g., Premium Gold Diamond) are in high demand.
The itinerary includes some high-altitude areas (e.g., the Pamir Plateau), and the compartments are equipped with oxygen supply devices. Please inform in advance if you have special health needs.
📞 Want to know more details? Feel free to contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 for one-on-one personalized travel advice!
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