2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Tourist Train Fare Details and Complete Booking Process How to Register for New Oriental Express
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New Oriental Express Ticket Booking Center
π Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities at once, without having to drag your luggage and change hotels every day?
The ‘New Oriental Express’ luxury tourist train might be the travel mode tailored just for you.
This train is hailed as a ‘mobile five-star hotel,’ taking the concept of ‘the train moves with you, one route with multiple views’ to the highest level. It leverages Xinjiang’s railway network to connect top scenic spots like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and the Pamir Plateau, allowing you to ‘lie down and enjoy the scenery’ from a comfortable sleeper.
π ποΈ Mobile Luxury Hotel:New Oriental Express Facilities Revealed
This special train operates on a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ model, ensuring you have plenty of energy to discover Xinjiang every day. The upgraded third-generation carriages in 2026 offer improved sand resistance, sealing, and noise reduction, enhancing travel comfort.
The train consists of about 18 carriages with a total capacity of fewer than 200 people, ensuring spacious seating. Main facilities include:
π Private Compartments:Offering different grades such as Premium Gold Diamond, Xiyue Gold Diamond, and Boyue Gold Diamond. All compartments are equipped with bathrooms (wet and dry separation), high-quality bedding, sofas or seats, minibars, and smart toilets. Some carriages also feature family connecting rooms for group travel.
π½ π½οΈ Dining and Entertainment:Includes a dome-themed starry sky dining car for dozens of people, a professional kitchen car, a multifunctional bar/entertainment car (with KTV, piano, etc.), and a panoramic observation car with wide views, meeting your needs for socializing, entertainment, and sightseeing.
π‘ ποΈ Attentive Service:Each carriage has a dedicated butler providing meticulous service. The entire train is equipped with senior-friendly facilities (such as anti-slip handrails and emergency call systems) and has onboard medical staff, offering extra peace of mind for elderly or less mobile passengers.
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Itinerary at a Glance:See the Best of Northern and Southern Xinjiang at Once
This route offers two itinerary options, both following a ‘daytime sightseeing, nighttime travel’ rhythm, allowing you to rest on the train and deeply explore the scenic spots.
Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
π Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities at once, without having to drag your luggage and change hotels every day?Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
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 – 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:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, then special train to Ruoqiang in the evening
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Date Picking, then special train to Hotan in the evening
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
The ‘New Oriental Express’ luxury tourist train might be the travel mode tailored just for you.Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Terrace Dwellings, then special train to Kuqa in the evening
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, then special train to Urumqi in the evening
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
π° Price Explanation:One Price Includes Multiple Elements
The price of this route varies depending on the travel date and compartment grade, as follows:
Summer Edition Prices
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):49,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):62,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei
This train is hailed as a ‘mobile five-star hotel,’ taking the concept of ‘the train moves with you, one route with multiple views’ to the highest level. It leverages Xinjiang’s railway network to connect top scenic spots like Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati, and the Pamir Plateau, allowing you to ‘lie down and enjoy the scenery’ from a comfortable sleeper.Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):56,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):58,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):59,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
October Southern Xinjiang Edition Prices
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):39,999 RMB/person
ποΈ Mobile Luxury Hotel: New Oriental Express Facilities RevealedBoyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):36,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:20,000 RMB/person
> Warm Tips:The above are reference prices. Actual costs may vary depending on travel dates, berth selection, etc. The final price, availability, and promotional policies are subject to the travel contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
π Costs and Services:Subject to actual consultation and contract
This product is a one-price-inclusive service for items within the itinerary. Costs typically include the following (subject to the contract):
Transportation:New Oriental Express seat, air-conditioned tourist bus within Xinjiang.
Accommodation:Train compartment accommodation and hotels listed in the itinerary (usually local high-standard or high-rated hotels).
Meals:Meals included in the itinerary, including special train meals and land meals.
Tickets:First admission tickets and necessary shuttle buses for scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Services:Full-tour guide service, travel agency liability insurance. Some products may include value-added services like onboard medical care and intangible cultural heritage experiences.
Service Features
Butler Service:Each carriage has a dedicated butler providing luggage assistance, daily inquiries, etc.
Senior-Friendly Design:The entire train is equipped with anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, etc., for the convenience of elderly travelers.
Cultural Experience:Some itineraries include intangible cultural heritage crafts, ethnic dance interactions, travel photography, etc., to add fun to the journey.
Exclusions
Round-trip transportation to Xinjiang (airfare/train tickets).
This special train operates on a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ model, ensuring you have plenty of energy to discover Xinjiang every day. The upgraded third-generation carriages in 2026 offer improved sand resistance, sealing, and noise reduction, enhancing travel comfort. (If you request a single room).
Personal expenses and self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., weather, policies, etc.).
π #Registration Method and Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, 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, north and south, and is well-versed in the travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of all of Xinjiang.
Proficient in planning independent travel, boutique small groups, 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 in-depth niche journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels in explaining Western Regions culture and history, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejecting hidden consumption, treating people with sincerity, and working with professionalism. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, enjoying a worry-free tour of the magnificent Xinjiang.:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
You can inquire and register for the ‘New Oriental Express’ route through the following methods:
#βοΈ Inquiry:Call Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service directly to learn about the latest schedules, availability, and prices.
#Wang Fei Consultation:Add Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service on #Wang Fei to get electronic itineraries and price proposals.
Registration Process Overview
1. Consultation and Confirmation: Determine travel dates, itinerary version, and compartment type.
2. Pay Deposit: Pay a deposit to secure your seat and receive the official itinerary and contract.
3. Submit Information: Provide traveler names, valid ID numbers, etc., for booking and insurance.
4. Sign Contract: Sign a unified electronic contract on the National Tourism Regulatory Platform online.
5. Pay Balance: Pay the remaining amount as per the contract timeline and receive the departure notice.
> Warm Tips:For specific cancellation and change rules, policies, and other details, please refer to the official travel contract signed with the travel agency.
π‘ Travel Tips:Make Your Journey Smoother
Climate and Clothing:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night and strong sunlight. Even in summer, it’s recommended to bring warm clothing like a windbreaker or light down jacket, along with sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
Health and Safety:Some sections of the itinerary (e.g., Pamir Plateau) have high altitudes. Travelers with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases should consult a doctor in advance. It’s advisable to bring common medications and pay attention to food hygiene.
Itinerary Changes:In case of force majeure factors like weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, the travel agency may make reasonable changes to the itinerary. Please understand and cooperate.
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