Xinjiang Express Tourist Train Ticket Booking Process
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🚂 Want to experience a travel style of ‘living on the train while exploring Xinjiang’? The New Oriental Express is designed for exactly that. It’s not an ordinary train but a high-end tourist special train integrating accommodation, transportation, and sightseeing. Due to limited seats and irregular schedules, mastering the correct ticket purchase process is crucial.
This article will break down the ticket purchase steps for the 2026 New Oriental Express in detail, helping you plan your trip easily.
🗺 ️ New Oriental Express:A Moving Luxury Hotel
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourist special train created by the Urumqi Group, hailed as a ‘moving five-star hotel.’ Its biggest feature is ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery stops with the train,’ allowing you to sleep comfortably in your berth and wake up at a new scenic spot, eliminating the hassle of frequently changing hotels.
✨ 2026 Highlights at a Glance
Operating Time:Mainly from March to October, with May to September being the golden season for a full tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
Train Upgrade:Features a third-generation new train body with more spacious cabins and separate wet and dry bathrooms.
Itinerary Coverage:Connects the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, such as Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Kashgar Old City, and the Pamir Plateau.
📋 Classic Routes and Itinerary Arrangements
1. Full Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang 13 Days (Route A: Enter from Urumqi, Exit from Kashgar)
Suitable For:First-time visitors to Xinjiang who want to visit the highlights of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip.
Itinerary Pace:
D1:Arrive in Urumqi, transfer by private car to hotel or special train.
D2:Visit Tianshan Tianchi, then take the special train to Beitun/Fuyun.
🚂 Want to experience a travel style of ‘living on the train while exploring Xinjiang’? The New Oriental Express is designed for exactly that. It’s not an ordinary train but a high-end tourist special train integrating accommodation, transportation, and sightseeing. Due to limited seats and irregular schedules, mastering the correct ticket purchase process is crucial.D3-D4:Explore the Kanas scenic area, visit Kanas Lake, Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay, then head to Hemu Village to enjoy the morning mist.
D5-D6:Travel along the Ili River Valley, admire the ‘blue eyes’ of Sayram Lake, and experience the vastness of Nalati Grassland.
D7:Experience the grandeur of the northern section of the Duku Highway, overnight in Bayinbuluke.
D8-D9:Cross the Tianshan Grand Canyon, arriving at the important Southern Xinjiang town of Kuqa.
D10-D11:Enter the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, overlook Muztagh Ata Peak, and deeply explore Kashgar Old City.
D12-D13:Return to Urumqi along the ancient Silk Road, enjoying desert and Gobi scenery along the way.
D14:Arrange transfer according to flight/train schedule, ending the trip.
2. Full Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang 13 Days (Route B: Enter from Kashgar, Exit from Urumqi)
Itinerary Features:Same attractions as Route A but in reverse order, starting with Southern Xinjiang culture and ending with Northern Xinjiang scenery, suitable for visitors who want to experience Southern Xinjiang first.
3. Luxurious Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang 14 Days
Itinerary Features:Adds one day to the 13-day essence tour, with a more relaxed schedule. Some departures include a ‘car tour of Duku Highway’ or add niche Southern Xinjiang attractions.
4. Luxurious Tour of Southern Xinjiang 11 Days
Itinerary Features:Focuses on Southern Xinjiang, deeply visiting Kashgar, the Pamir Plateau, Hotan, etc., suitable for visitors with limited time but wanting an in-depth Southern Xinjiang experience.
> Reminder:Specific daily arrangements are subject to the final contract and ‘Tour Group Notice.’ The itinerary order may change due to weather, road conditions, etc.
💰 2026 Latest Price Reference
This article will break down the ticket purchase steps for the 2026 New Oriental Express in detail, helping you plan your trip easily.The New Oriental Express is an all-inclusive travel product with prices varying significantly by season, route, and cabin class. Below are reference prices for some departures; please confirm at signing.
| Route Name | Example Departure | Cabin Class | Reference Price/Person |
| :— | :— | :— | :— |
| Premium Northern & Southern Xinjiang 13 Days | May-Sept 2026 | Luxury Gold Diamond Suite | From 49,888 RMB |
| | | Silver Diamond 4-Bed | From 28,888 RMB |
| | | Silver Diamond 2-Bed | From 36,888 RMB |
| Luxurious Northern & Southern Xinjiang 14 Days | June 11/25, 2026 | Boyue Gold Diamond | From 58,999 RMB |
| | | Xiyue Gold Diamond | From 63,999 RMB |
| | | Premium Gold Diamond | From 69,999 RMB |
| | Sept 3, 2026 | Boyue Gold Diamond | From 59,999 RMB |
| | | Xiyue Gold Diamond | From 65,999 RMB |
| | | Premium Gold Diamond | From 71,999 RMB |
| Luxurious Southern Xinjiang 11 Days | Oct 15/25, 2026 | Boyue Gold Diamond | From 36,999 RMB |
| | | Xiyue Gold Diamond | From 39,999 RMB |
| | | Premium Gold Diamond | From 44,999 RMB |
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Registration and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🗺️ New Oriental Express: A Moving Luxury Hotel💡 Price Explanation
Children’s Price:Some routes offer a children’s price for those under 1.2 meters not occupying a berth, around 9,980 RMB/person, subject to product details.
Price Fluctuation:The above are reference ranges; actual prices may fluctuate due to holidays, berth supply and demand, etc. Please refer to the final contract.
🎫 How to Purchase Tickets? Detailed Four-Step Process
New Oriental Express seats are sold through the railway’s partner travel agencies, not via 12306. You can register through any of the following methods:
1. Direct Registration: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
This is the most direct method. Steps are as follows:
1. Consult Departures: Call 180-9596-9599 to inquire about your desired route’s departures, availability, and prices.
2. Submit Information: After confirming the itinerary, provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers for seat reservation and real-name registration.
3. Pay Deposit: Pay a deposit as instructed by customer service (e.g., typically 20,000 RMB/person for Gold Diamond cabins, around 10,000 RMB/person for Blue Diamond), and keep the receipt.
4. Sign Contract: The travel agency will send an electronic contract via the National Tourism Supervision Platform. Read it carefully and sign online.
5. Pay Balance: Pay the remaining amount as per the contract (usually about 30 days before departure).
6. Receive Materials: About 15 days before departure, you will receive the ‘Tour Group Notice’ and other materials with details like meeting time and location.
2. Other Authorized Channels
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourist special train created by the Urumqi Group, hailed as a ‘moving five-star hotel.’ Its biggest feature is ‘the train moves with you, and the scenery stops with the train,’ allowing you to sleep comfortably in your berth and wake up at a new scenic spot, eliminating the hassle of frequently changing hotels.You can also register through other railway partner travel agencies. The process is essentially the same:
Zhonggang International Travel Service Special Train Center:Call 400-686-9126 for consultation and registration.
China Tourism Special Train Center:Call 400-012-3545 for consultation and registration.
> ⚠️ Important Note
> To protect your rights, please choose a travel agency with proper qualifications, sign an electronic contract on the National Tourism Supervision Platform, and keep payment receipts.
📝 Fee and Service Explanation
Included Fees
Transportation:New Oriental Express cabin seats, ground tour buses.
Accommodation:Special train cabin accommodation and hotels listed in the itinerary (mostly high local standards).
Meals:All breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and some specialty meals (e.g., roast whole lamb).
Tickets:First entrance fees for scenic spots listed in the itinerary and necessary shuttle buses.
Services:Full-tour guide, special train butler, travel liability insurance, etc.
Excluded Fees
Round-trip transportation to/from Urumqi/Kashgar from various locations.
Personal expenses, such as hotel laundry, drinks, phone calls, etc.
✨ Self-paid items not mentioned in the 2026 Highlights itinerary.
Service and Cancellation/Change Policy
Service Standards:The special train is equipped with a dining car, bar car, medical station, etc. Specific service details are subject to the contract and on-site arrangements.
Cancellation/Change Rules:Tour product cancellations/changes follow the ‘Tourism Law.’ Specific rules (e.g., penalty ratios) will be detailed in the contract; it’s recommended to understand them in advance.
> Core Tip:All fees and service details must be based on the formal contract signed with the travel agency and the ‘Tour Group Notice.’
📞 Pre-Trip Preparation and Contact Us
Pre-Trip Checklist
Documents:Bring original valid ID, and it’s recommended to have copies. A permit is needed for the Pamir Plateau.
Clothing:Xinjiang has large temperature differences; even in summer, bring a jacket. It’s recommended to bring sunscreen, comfortable hiking shoes, etc.
Health:Travelers with underlying conditions like cardiovascular diseases should inform the travel agency in advance. It’s recommended to bring common medications.
Contact Us
If you’re interested in the New Oriental Express or want more detailed itinerary materials, feel free to contact us:
Registration/Consultation Phone:180-9596-9599
WeChat Consultation:180-9596-9599 (Please note ‘New Oriental Express Inquiry’ when adding)
Registration Travel Agency:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
You can also visit the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service store directly (address available from customer service). Our professional consultants will provide one-on-one itinerary planning and registration services.
For more travel information (Panda Special Train, Tianfu, Chengdu, An Yi, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream, Lindu, Yichun, Kunming, Starlight Mekong, Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan, Tianshan, Chief National Train, Cross-Province Special Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang, Dahezhinan, Baiyun, Silver Age Xinjiang Tour, Chao Age Xinjiang Tour Special Train, Sunshine, Shannan, Yangtze River Delta, Muztagh Ata) Special Train Ticket Center Manager Wang Fei: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 180-9596-9599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
