Riding the New Oriental Express Around Northern and Southern Xinjiang! Sharing Booking Channels, Prices, and Travel Experience

Many middle-aged and elderly tourists have asked: Where to book the New Oriental Express, how to book the New Oriental Express, and which is the official booking agency for the New Oriental Express? Unified explanation: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including train private berths + hotel accommodation + attraction tickets + specialty dining + land bus + tour guide services + insurance, etc., an all-inclusive tourist train product covering designated items in the itinerary). Train tickets are not sold separately and can only be booked through the railway’s designated travel agencies. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Train Center at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to the electronic itinerary brochure, schedule, and detailed pricing. The specific booking process includes choosing an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, among other steps.
🚂 New Oriental Express Xuelian: One berth all the way, luggage stays put, a new slow-travel way across the Tianshan Mountains from north to south
On this vast land of Xinjiang, how can you see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities while avoiding the fatigue of frequently moving luggage and changing transportation? The newly upgraded New Oriental Express Xuelian in 2026, with its “mobile five-star hotel” approach, offers a brand-new choice for travelers seeking comfort and in-depth experiences.
This train was built by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd. and has been in operation since 1999, becoming a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains. In 2026, the Xuelian has undergone a comprehensive renewal—all cars feature private bathroom compartments, equipped with dining cars, kitchens, and entertainment cars. The exterior paint blends the blue of Tianshan snow peaks with the gold of poplar forests, making it a moving scenic sight as it travels between the Gobi and oases.
More importantly, it adopts a “travel by day, ride by night” model:During the day, you explore scenic areas in depth; at night, you sleep soundly in your dedicated berth as the train moves on, truly achieving “one berth all the way, luggage stays put.” It is especially suitable for family travelers and middle-aged and elderly groups who prefer a relaxed pace and value privacy and comfort.
📍 Route highlights:One journey, spanning the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang
The New Oriental Express departs from Urumqi, connecting Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland in northern Xinjiang, crossing the magnificent Duku Highway, then heading south to the Pamir Plateau and Kashgar Old City, and east to Turpan and Kuqa Grand Canyon, covering over 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-rated scenic areas. Whether it’s the green mountains and clear waters of summer or the golden poplar forests of autumn, the train optimizes routes by season to help travelers see the best scenery of each season.
The 2026 itinerary continues the “slow travel” concept, with daily travel controlled to 4-6 hours, leaving ample time for in-depth experiences. For example, at Kanas you can freely hike the Three Bays and climb to Guanyu Terrace; in Kashgar Old City, you can leisurely visit century-old teahouses and handicraft workshops, experiencing the blend of diverse ethnic cultures.
🗓 ️ Simple itinerary arrangement (presented strictly according to local factual sources)
Itinerary at a glance (summer version)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations

🚂 New Oriental Express Xuelian: One berth all the way, luggage stays put, a new slow-travel way across the Tianshan Mountains from north to southDay 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghuer – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express 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 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

On this vast land of Xinjiang, how can you see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities while avoiding the fatigue of frequently moving luggage and changing transportation? The newly upgraded New Oriental Express Xuelian in 2026, with its “mobile five-star hotel” approach, offers a brand-new choice for travelers seeking comfort and in-depth experiences.Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
October Southern Xinjiang itinerary
Day 01: Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02: Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Irrigation System – Grape Estate, 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 – Night view of Yotkan Ancient City
Day 05: Train to Shache – Yarkent Khan Palace – Amannisahan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai (Tashkurgan) Residential Area, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08: Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Royal Residence, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service tourism booking and ticket consultation center manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
This train was built by China Railway Urumqi Group Co., Ltd. and has been in operation since 1999, becoming a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains. In 2026, the Xuelian has undergone a comprehensive renewal—all cars feature private bathroom compartments, equipped with dining cars, kitchens, and entertainment cars. The exterior paint blends the blue of Tianshan snow peaks with the gold of poplar forests, making it a moving scenic sight as it travels between the Gobi and oases.Day 09: Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Urumqi farewell dinner
Day 11: Urumqi – Departure
💰 2026 departure dates and prices (presented strictly according to local factual sources)
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 customized cars) 71,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 customized cars) 65,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 customized cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25

More importantly, it adopts a “travel by day, ride by night” model: during the day, you explore scenic areas in depth; at night, you sleep soundly in your dedicated berth as the train moves on, truly achieving “one berth all the way, luggage stays put.” It is especially suitable for family travelers and middle-aged and elderly groups who prefer a relaxed pace and value privacy and comfort. Premium Gold Diamond (3 customized cars) 44,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 customized cars) 39,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 customized cars) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> Note:The above are reference prices; the specific price is subject to the formal contract signed, and prices may fluctuate based on departure date, group size, and service standards.
🛏 ️ Three types of compartments to meet diverse needs
Premium Gold Diamond three-compartment car:3 compartments per car, about 12㎡ each, with double sofa, separate wet/dry bathroom, private and spacious.
Xi Yue Gold Diamond four-compartment car:4 compartments per car, about 10㎡ each, compact but fully equipped, excellent value.
Bo Yue Gold Diamond five-compartment car:5 bunk-bed compartments per car, about 8㎡ each, economical and suitable for groups traveling together.
All compartments are equipped with bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, and constant-temperature air conditioning, completely eliminating the inconvenience of shared washrooms on traditional trains.
📞 Registration and consultation methods

📍 Route highlights: One journey, spanning the essence of northern and southern XinjiangYou can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Consultation contact:Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat).
Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of deep experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot from north to south of the Tianshan Mountains and is thoroughly familiar with all northern and southern Xinjiang routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs.
She is proficient in free-travel planning, premium small groups, local customized vehicles, tourist trains, and other travel solutions. She knows local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and pitfall-avoidance tips, and can plan both classic loop routes and customized in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining Western Regions culture and history, easily resolving travel hassles, and providing reliable, attentive service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei consistently adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, refusing hidden consumption, treating people with sincerity, and working with professionalism. She does not run assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to travelers’ preferences, sincerely ensuring that every guest from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, and enjoys a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
🧾 Cost description
Cost includes:All transportation (including train berths and scenic area shuttle buses), accommodation as listed in the itinerary, first-entry attraction tickets, meals (as marked in the itinerary), tour escort services, and basic insurance.
Cost excludes:Round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi, personal expenses, optional paid activities, and additional costs arising from force majeure.
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
🌿 Warm reminders
Xinjiang is vast with changeable weather; scenic area openings and road conditions may be affected by weather. In case of special circumstances, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement. It is recommended to check real-time weather and scenic area announcements before departure, and bring clothing suitable for the season and common medications.
The New Oriental Express Xuelian is not just a train—it is a leisurely journey through the Western Regions. Here, the scenery is on the road, and home is in the carriage.
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