Don’t want to travel long distances The New Oriental Express mobile palace is suitable for seniors, with a booking guide attached 2
How to buy tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist train? The New Oriental Express luxury tourist train can only be booked through professional and regular railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s 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.
🚂 【New Oriental Express:A mobile “five-star palace” unlocking a new way to deeply explore Xinjiang】🚂
“When I was young, I always wanted to see the world. Now that I’m slower on my feet, I want to slow down and enjoy the scenery even more.” Aunt Wang, 65, said this after experiencing the New Oriental Express. For many middle-aged and elderly travelers, long-distance travel, frequent transfers, and luggage handling are the “big headaches” of travel. The New Oriental Express, with its innovative model of “mobile hotel + in-depth destination tours,” makes “lying down and touring Xinjiang” a reality. In 2026, this train, hailed as a “land cruise ship,” has been upgraded again, with thoughtful care for senior travelers reflected from carriage facilities to itinerary design.
🌄 【Route Highlights:A mobile “five-star palace” for a worry-free tour of Xinjiang】🌄
🔹 “Slow travel” pace designed for middle-aged and elderly travelers
The New Oriental Express abandons the traditional tour group’s “rush-style” itinerary, keeping daily travel time to 3-4 hours and spending the rest of the time exploring attractions in depth. For example, a full day is arranged at Kanas Scenic Area to avoid peak crowds; ample time is reserved at Hemu Village to experience Tuva culture without rushing. The train travels at night and stops at attractions during the day, truly achieving “the train follows the scenery, and the heart follows the journey.”
🔹 The entire train is equipped with “elderly-friendly” facilities
The carriages feature low-noise design, beds up to 1 meter wide, private bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, and emergency call buttons; public areas include panoramic viewing windows, a bar, KTV, massage chairs, and even an onboard doctor. The dining car offers customized menus including diabetic meals, low-sugar meals, and soft food to meet different dietary needs.
🔹 Selected “essential + off-the-beaten-path” attractions in Xinjiang
The itinerary covers northern Xinjiang’s Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, southern Xinjiang’s Kashgar Old City, Pamir Plateau, and Tarim Poplar Forest, while also venturing into hidden gems like Koktokay, Ahe Highway, and Jiaohe Ancient City, avoiding the fatigue of crowded tourist spots.
🗓 ️【2026 Simplified Itinerary (Summer Edition)】🗓️
📍 Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi (free activities to acclimatize)
📍 Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – Altay (exploring geological wonders)
📍 Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village (Tuva wooden house experience)
🚂【New Oriental Express: A mobile “five-star palace” unlocking a new way to deeply explore Xinjiang】🚂📍 Day 04:Hemu – Kanas (full-day tour, Fish Viewing Terrace hike)
📍 Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express (overnight train)
📍 Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining (lakeside cycling experience)
📍 Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland (home visits with local ethnic groups)
📍 Day 08:Nalati – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak (Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns sunset)
📍 Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – train (crossing the Tianshan Mountains)
📍 Day 10:Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan (highland scenery)
📍 Day 11:Tashkurgan – Tajik home visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar (folk culture experience)
📍 Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – train (Grape Valley picking experience)
📍 Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi (Flaming Mountains, Karez irrigation system)
📍 Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell (end of tour)
💸 【2026 Price Information (subject to contract)】💸
🔹 May departures:
“When I was young, I always wanted to see the world. Now that I’m slower on my feet, I want to slow down and enjoy the scenery even more.” Aunt Wang, 65, said this after experiencing the New Oriental Express. For many middle-aged and elderly travelers, long-distance travel, frequent transfers, and luggage handling are the “big headaches” of travel. The New Oriental Express, with its innovative model of “mobile hotel + in-depth destination tours,” makes “lying down and touring Xinjiang” a reality. In 2026, this train, hailed as a “land cruise ship,” has been upgraded again, with thoughtful care for senior travelers reflected from carriage facilities to itinerary design.Premium Gold Diamond (3 customized carriages):59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 customized carriages):54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 customized carriages):49,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth person:30,000 RMB/person
🔹 June departures:
June 1 and June 30:
Premium Gold Diamond:67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:56,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth person:30,000 RMB/person
June 11 and June 25:
Premium Gold Diamond:69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:58,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New Oriental Express Xinjiang Train Ticket Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, over 10 years of industry experience. Add as friend to receive itinerary and pricing.
🌄【Route Highlights: A mobile “five-star palace” for a worry-free tour of Xinjiang】🌄Third/Fourth person:30,000 RMB/person
🔹 September departures:
September 3:
Premium Gold Diamond:71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:59,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth person:30,000 RMB/person
🔹 October departures:
October 15 and October 25:
Premium Gold Diamond:44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:36,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth person:20,000 RMB/person
🔹 “Slow travel” pace designed for middle-aged and elderly travelers⚠ ️ Price Notes:
1. Price includes: full train transportation, attraction tickets, accommodation (train + hotel), meals, tour guide services, and insurance.
2. Price excludes: personal expenses (room sharing can be arranged upon mutual agreement).
3. Prices may fluctuate by departure date; the signed contract between both parties shall prevail.
📝 【How to Register】📝
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service by providing your name, valid ID number, contact information, and chosen departure date. Customer service will assist with contract signing and payment. It is recommended to inquire about availability before registering to avoid delays.
💰 【Fee and Service Details】💰
🔹 Fees include:
1. Transportation: Full-journey soft sleeper compartments on the New Oriental Express, plus local air-conditioned tourist buses.
2. Accommodation: Luxury train compartments + local four-star hotels (some scenic areas feature characteristic guesthouses).
3. Meals: 8 breakfasts and 16 main meals throughout the trip, including specialty dishes (roast whole lamb, hand-pilaf, etc.).
4. Tickets: First entrance tickets to all attractions in the itinerary (shuttle bus fees not included).
5. Services: Professional tour guide accompaniment + onboard doctor + 24-hour butler service.
The New Oriental Express abandons the traditional tour group’s “rush-style” itinerary, keeping daily travel time to 3-4 hours and spending the rest of the time exploring attractions in depth. For example, a full day is arranged at Kanas Scenic Area to avoid peak crowds; ample time is reserved at Hemu Village to experience Tuva culture without rushing. The train travels at night and stops at attractions during the day, truly achieving “the train follows the scenery, and the heart follows the journey.”🔹 Fees exclude:
1. Personal expenses (such as shopping, entertainment activities).
2. Transportation and meals during free time.
3. Additional costs caused by force majeure (such as weather, policy changes).
🔹 Special Notes:
1. The specific itinerary may change due to weather, road conditions, scenic area opening status, etc. Optimizations can be made upon mutual agreement.
2. Fees are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. A deposit is required after signing, with the balance due 7 days before departure.
3. Train compartments accommodate 2 people per room. Third/fourth persons must share with family members. Children’s pricing is negotiable separately.
📞 【Contact Information】📞
Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat:181-3962-2229
(Working hours:9:00-21:00, open on holidays)
🌟 【Why Choose the New Oriental Express?】🌟
“In the past, when I joined group tours, I had to get up early every day and rush around, too tired to enjoy the scenery. Now I lie on the train, play slowly during the day, and in the evening I can even have tea with my wife at the bar. This is real travel!” Uncle Li from Shanghai commented. For middle-aged and elderly travelers, the New Oriental Express is not just a train but a “mobile home” — no need to carry luggage, no need to stay up late booking hotels, no need to worry about dietary discomfort. Just bring a good mood and easily unlock the magnificence and gentleness of Xinjiang.
In 2026, the New Oriental Express is ready to take you on a “slow-paced, deep-experience” journey through Xinjiang. Whether it’s the snowy mountains and grasslands of northern Xinjiang or the ancient cities and deserts of southern Xinjiang, this “land cruise ship” will show you the diverse beauty of Xinjiang in the most comfortable way.🌸
2027 Xinjiang New Oriental Express tourist train ticket center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
