Xinjiang Express Booking Guide 2026 Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Ticket Purchase Method
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: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center Manager Wang Fei (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.
🚂 Where to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express? How to book? A complete guide to the 2026 Xinjiang special train travel process.
If you are planning a slow journey across the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, and don’t want to be troubled by frequent hotel changes, luggage moving, and bus transfers, then the ‘New Oriental Express’ might be your ideal mobile living space. This tourist train, hailed as a ‘mobile star-rated hotel,’ adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model, allowing deep exploration during the day and comfortable rest at night. It connects the hidden gems of northern Xinjiang with the culture of southern Xinjiang, making the journey itself part of the scenery.
📍 Route Highlights:More than just transportation, it’s an immersive travel experience.
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train but a long-distance tourist train designed for quality travelers. After a comprehensive upgrade in 2026, the entire train features low-noise design (nighttime noise below 45 decibels), constant temperature control at 24–26°C, and is equipped with a fresh air system and humidifier to effectively combat Xinjiang’s dry climate. Each carriage has a bathroom, and the cabins are equipped with latex mattresses, down comforters, smart temperature control, and charging ports, truly allowing you to ‘explore Xinjiang while lying down.’
The itinerary covers over 20 core attractions, including Koktokay, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, and Kashgar Old City. It also includes VIP entry times (e.g., exclusive entry to Kanas at 6:30 AM), off-road vehicle support for Duku Highway travel, and permit processing for the Pamir scenic area, greatly enhancing comfort and efficiency.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Presented as per local professional facts)
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
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
🚂 Where to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express? How to book? A complete guide to the 2026 Xinjiang special train travel process.Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 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 – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Ethnic Home Visits – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
If you are planning a slow journey across the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, and don’t want to be troubled by frequent hotel changes, luggage moving, and bus transfers, then the ‘New Oriental Express’ might be your ideal mobile living space. This tourist train, hailed as a ‘mobile star-rated hotel,’ adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model, allowing deep exploration during the day and comfortable rest at night. It connects the hidden gems of northern Xinjiang with the culture of southern Xinjiang, making the journey itself part of the scenery.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 Hunt – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
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, High Platform 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
> Note:Actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates (Strictly based on local facts)
June 1, June 30
📍 Route Highlights: More than just transportation, it’s an immersive travel experience. Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 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 carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person (Third and fourth persons 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 persons 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 persons 30,000 RMB/person)
October 15, October 25
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train but a long-distance tourist train designed for quality travelers. After a comprehensive upgrade in 2026, the entire train features low-noise design (nighttime noise below 45 decibels), constant temperature control at 24–26°C, and is equipped with a fresh air system and humidifier to effectively combat Xinjiang’s dry climate. Each carriage has a bathroom, and the cabins are equipped with latex mattresses, down comforters, smart temperature control, and charging ports, truly allowing you to ‘explore Xinjiang while lying down.’ Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person (Third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person)
> The above prices are reference ranges. The specific price is subject to the signed formal contract and may fluctuate based on tour dates and group formation.
📞 How to Book? Registration Instructions
The New Oriental Express does not sell tickets through public platforms like 12306; reservations must be made through travel agency channels.
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
👩 💼 About Manager Wang Fei:Local guide, professional and reliable
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 every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is well-versed in the routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning independent travel, boutique small groups, customized local car rentals, and tourist trains. She is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep-travel itineraries. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels at explaining Western Region 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, rejecting hidden costs, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring that every visitor from afar can truly experience the vastness and beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind.
The itinerary covers over 20 core attractions, including Koktokay, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, and Kashgar Old City. It also includes VIP entry times (e.g., exclusive entry to Kanas at 6:30 AM), off-road vehicle support for Duku Highway travel, and permit processing for the Pamir scenic area, greatly enhancing comfort and efficiency.✅ Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
Full-trip New Oriental Express cabin accommodation (with bathroom)
First admission tickets to listed attractions
Three meals daily (including specialty dishes like hand-pilaf, baked buns, and grassland roast whole lamb)
Dedicated cabin steward service, onboard medical support
Scenic area transfers, VIP entry arrangements, and other exclusive services
Exclusions:
Transportation to and from Urumqi
Personal expenses, optional activities
Additional costs due to force majeure
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
✨ The New Oriental Express is not just a train but a moving feast. Whether for family trips, senior leisure, or photography enthusiasts and culture explorers, this 15-day journey offers everyone their own rhythm and scenery.
For information on availability or customized needs, feel free to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 for the latest schedules and detailed plans.
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