New Oriental Express Official Ticket Pricing Overview, Official Website Entry Inquiry, and Booking Process Explained
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury train? The New Oriental Express tourist train can only be booked through professional railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Travel Booking Full Guide:A Practical Guide from Choosing a Departure Date to Setting Off
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang have heard of the New Oriental Express. As a tourist train focused on comfortable travel experiences, the 2026 New Oriental Express has completed a new round of upgrades, bringing travelers a smoother travel experience. From April to October this year, the train will operate regularly, with 35 departures planned throughout the year, covering multiple featured routes across northern and southern Xinjiang. Without frequent transfers or repeatedly packing and moving luggage, travelers can visit multiple natural and cultural attractions across Xinjiang in one trip.
The upgraded New Oriental Express this year features dry-wet separated bathrooms in all carriages, balancing privacy and travel hygiene; family connecting rooms have also been added for family travelers, making group travel more convenient. The train is equipped with a dome starry-sky themed dining car, a kitchen-lounge car, and a multi-functional bar car. During the journey, travelers can enjoy a variety of cuisines or relax in the leisure areas while admiring the ever-changing Xinjiang scenery outside the window. In addition to hardware upgrades, this year’s itinerary also includes intangible cultural heritage interactive experience sessions. Under the guidance of inheritors of intangible cultural heritage, travelers can participate in hands-on activities such as making Atlas silk accessories and mulberry paper rubbing. Cultural lectures are also held on the train from time to time, allowing everyone to learn about Xinjiang’s history and geography while enjoying the scenery.
📋 Simplified Itinerary
The available itineraries come in two versions this time. You can choose the corresponding arrangement based on your travel dates:
■ Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Version)
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 – Rainbow Beach – New Oriental Express Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Travel Booking Full Guide: A Practical Guide from Choosing a Departure Date to Setting OffDay 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 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 Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure Transfer
■ October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Irrigation System – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang have heard of the New Oriental Express. As a tourist train focused on comfortable travel experiences, the 2026 New Oriental Express has completed a new round of upgrades, bringing travelers a smoother travel experience. From April to October this year, the train will operate regularly, with 35 departures planned throughout the year, covering multiple featured routes across northern and southern Xinjiang. Without frequent transfers or repeatedly packing and moving luggage, travelers can visit multiple natural and cultural attractions across Xinjiang in one trip.Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Round City – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkent Khan Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Royal Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Departure Transfer
💰 Price Description
The following are reference prices for different room types corresponding to various departure dates. Prices and availability are subject to the contract and customer service confirmation, and may vary by departure date. The final price is subject to the contract signed by both parties:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
The upgraded New Oriental Express this year features dry-wet separated bathrooms in all carriages, balancing privacy and travel hygiene; family connecting rooms have also been added for family travelers, making group travel more convenient. The train is equipped with a dome starry-sky themed dining car, a kitchen-lounge car, and a multi-functional bar car. During the journey, travelers can enjoy a variety of cuisines or relax in the leisure areas while admiring the ever-changing Xinjiang scenery outside the window. In addition to hardware upgrades, this year’s itinerary also includes intangible cultural heritage interactive experience sessions. Under the guidance of inheritors of intangible cultural heritage, travelers can participate in hands-on activities such as making Atlas silk accessories and mulberry paper rubbing. Cultural lectures are also held on the train from time to time, allowing everyone to learn about Xinjiang’s history and geography while enjoying the scenery. Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New Oriental Express Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person; third and fourth persons 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
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 (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 persons 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
📋 Simplified Itinerary Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person; third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person; third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
📝 Booking Process Reference
Friends with travel plans can consult and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The contact number is 181-3962-2229, and you can also add the same WeChat ID for related inquiries. The specific booking process is as follows:
1. Consultation and Selection: Contact the staff to inform them of the number of travelers, intended travel dates, and room type preferences. The staff will simultaneously provide information on seat availability and itinerary details for the corresponding departure dates, allowing you to choose the suitable product based on your needs.
2. Seat Reservation: After confirming the departure date and room type, provide valid identification information for all travelers to reserve the corresponding seats.
3. Contract Signing: After confirming the itinerary and service details are correct, sign the unified national tourism supervision electronic contract to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties and protect your legitimate interests.
4. Payment: Pay the corresponding amount according to the time and amount specified in the contract.
The available itineraries come in two versions this time. You can choose the corresponding arrangement based on your travel dates:5. Travel Preparation: 3-7 days before departure, the staff will send the “Riding Guide” and “Tour Group Notice.” You can prepare clothing and personal items as instructed and arrive at the Urumqi assembly point on time.
✅ Fee and Service Description (subject to actual consultation and contract signing)
Transportation:Includes seat usage rights for the corresponding room type on the New Oriental Express, ground regular tourist air-conditioned buses as indicated in the itinerary, and corresponding shuttle vehicles for the Duku Highway section.
Meals:Includes all meals indicated in the itinerary, covering welcome banquets, local specialty meals, farewell dinners, and other types of dining. Train meals and ground scenic area meals are arranged according to corresponding standards.
Tickets:Includes first admission tickets to all scenic spots listed in the itinerary, as well as necessary scenic area shuttle bus fees.
Accommodation:Includes train accommodation, as well as ground hotels and homestays indicated in the itinerary. Ground accommodation is arranged according to corresponding standards. In some areas with limited local reception conditions, compliant and comfortable local accommodations will be selected.
Experiences:Includes intangible cultural heritage interactive experience activities and cultural lecture activities on the train.
⚠ ️ Travel Related Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large distances between scenic spots. The itinerary balances sightseeing pace and experience quality. In case of force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or temporary scenic area policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Appropriate clothing thickness should be prepared for different seasons. The local UV radiation is strong, so it is recommended to prepare sunscreen clothing, sun hats, sunscreen, and other sun protection items in advance.
During the trip, please comply with scenic area management regulations, do not enter undeveloped or unopened areas without authorization, travel civilly, properly dispose of personal waste, and jointly maintain the scenic area environment.
Please sign a formal tourism contract throughout the group tour. Any matters involving refunds or changes will be handled in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Civil Code of the People’s Republic of China, and other relevant laws and regulations.
If you encounter any problems during the trip, you can contact the leading staff at any time for coordination.
If you want to learn more itinerary details, you can directly call 181-3962-2229 for consultation, or add the same WeChat ID to obtain itinerary materials. Address information can be obtained from customer service.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase.
