New Oriental Express Full Panoramic Loop of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, Official Channel with No Hidden Fees
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train? The New Oriental Express tourist train can only be booked through the professional and regular railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), or by contacting the train department manager Guo Jing via 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 Northern and Southern Xinjiang Full Scenic Loop Tour – Travel comfortably without the hassle of rushing around
Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang have encountered similar troubles:The vast geographical span between northern and southern Xinjiang means that visiting all the core attractions in one trip often requires multiple transfers, frequent packing and unpacking, and changing hotels, while long-distance overland travel also drains a lot of energy. The upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express Northern and Southern Xinjiang Full Scenic Loop product is perfectly suited to this kind of in-depth travel demand, allowing tourists to enjoy Xinjiang’s diverse natural and cultural scenery at a relatively comfortable pace.
According to currently available operational information, the Xinjiang railway department plans to operate 35 New Oriental Express trains in 2026, running regularly from April to October with an average of 3 departures per month. Both of this year’s New Oriental Express trains have undergone comprehensive optimization – all cabins now come with private bathrooms, and new family connecting rooms suitable for group travel have been added. The train also features a dome starry-sky themed dining car, a kitchen-lounge car, and a multi-functional bar car, making the entire train feel like a mobile leisure resort. The train operates on a model of traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, so tourists don’t need to pack and change accommodation every day – they wake up at the next destination, saving a huge amount of time on inter-city transfers. Currently, two signature routes are offered, covering more than 20 famous scenic spots across Xinjiang, catering to different seasonal scenery needs: the summer route combines northern Xinjiang’s forests, grasslands, and lakes with southern Xinjiang’s plateaus and ancient city cultural landscapes, while the October southern Xinjiang route focuses on autumn scenery and historical cultural sites. Tourists can choose the corresponding product based on their travel dates.
✨ Simple Itinerary
Currently, the train offers two itineraries for different travel periods, as follows:
▷ Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations and gather 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
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Northern and Southern Xinjiang Full Scenic Loop Tour – Travel comfortably without the hassle of rushing aroundDay 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 – Family home visits with various ethnic groups – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
▷ October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations and gather 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
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuan Cheng – Yurungkash River treasure hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotgan Ancient City night views
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkent Khan Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang have encountered similar troubles: the vast geographical span between northern and southern Xinjiang means that visiting all the core attractions in one trip often requires multiple transfers, frequent packing and unpacking, and changing hotels, while long-distance overland travel also drains a lot of energy. The upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express Northern and Southern Xinjiang Full Scenic Loop product is perfectly suited to this kind of in-depth travel demand, allowing tourists to enjoy Xinjiang’s diverse natural and cultural scenery at a relatively comfortable pace.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
💰 Price Information
Reference prices for different departure dates are as follows. Prices are per person reference quotes for the corresponding room type. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on booking conditions. Please refer to actual consultation and contract signing for final details. All fee-related agreements are subject to the formal contract signed by both parties:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 RMB/person; third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
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According to currently available operational information, the Xinjiang railway department plans to operate 35 New Oriental Express trains in 2026, running regularly from April to October with an average of 3 departures per month. Both of this year’s New Oriental Express trains have undergone comprehensive optimization – all cabins now come with private bathrooms, and new family connecting rooms suitable for group travel have been added. The train also features a dome starry-sky themed dining car, a kitchen-lounge car, and a multi-functional bar car, making the entire train feel like a mobile leisure resort. The train operates on a model of traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, so tourists don’t need to pack and change accommodation every day – they wake up at the next destination, saving a huge amount of time on inter-city transfers. Currently, two signature routes are offered, covering more than 20 famous scenic spots across Xinjiang, catering to different seasonal scenery needs: the summer route combines northern Xinjiang’s forests, grasslands, and lakes with southern Xinjiang’s plateaus and ancient city cultural landscapes, while the October southern Xinjiang route focuses on autumn scenery and historical cultural sites. Tourists can choose the corresponding product based on their travel dates. Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 RMB/person; third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 69,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 63,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 58,999 RMB/person; third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 71,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 65,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person; third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 44,999 RMB/person
✨ Simple Itinerary Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 39,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 36,999 RMB/person; third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
📞 How to Register
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline: 181-3962-2229, WeChat (same number): 181-3962-2229. For specific information, please contact customer service.
📋 Fee and Service Information
Reference services included:
Train cabin accommodation from Urumqi departure to Urumqi return
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Scenic area internal shuttle transportation
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Guide interpretation services
Onboard medical support
Travel accident insurance
Currently, the train offers two itineraries for different travel periods, as follows: Onboard themed activity experiences
Reference items not included:
Round-trip transportation costs from departure location to Urumqi
Personally voluntary consumption items
Optional experience activities
Meals and other personal expenses not indicated in the itinerary
Specific service details, fee standards, and included benefits are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. If force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or policy changes occur during the trip, or if objective conditions change, both parties may negotiate to make reasonable itinerary adjustments. All travel-related agreements shall be executed 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. There is no hidden consumption throughout the entire journey.
💡 Travel Tips
Xinjiang is vast with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing regardless of the season. The UV rays are also strong, so prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, and other items.
Before traveling, please ensure your valid ID documents are within their validity period and cooperate with railway and scenic area verification requirements.
The itinerary passes through areas inhabited by various ethnic groups. Please respect local customs, travel civilly, and protect cultural relics and the natural environment.
Areas such as Turpan have high summer temperatures. Bring heatstroke prevention supplies and stay hydrated. When visiting mountainous areas, grasslands, and canyons, wear comfortable sports shoes and choose your sightseeing range based on your physical condition.
Cancellation and change rules after train booking are implemented in accordance with relevant tourism laws. Tourists can learn about the details in advance during consultation.
For more itinerary details, availability, and other information, call the consultation hotline 181-3962-2229 or add the same WeChat number for further inquiries.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train ticket 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