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Many middle-aged and elderly travelers 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 carriage seats + 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 official travel agencies. Official booking channel: Exclusive manager Wang Fei of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (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 quotes. The specific booking process includes choosing an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🌄 【New Oriental Express Xuelian No.:A mobile high-end palace crossing the Tianshan Mountains】🚂
Route highlights at a glance:
√ The newly upgraded Xuelian No. train in 2026 features private bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, and panoramic viewing windows throughout
√ 12 days crossing Northern Xinjiang Kanas + Southern Xinjiang Pamir Plateau, covering 80% of Xinjiang’s core attractions
√ Each carriage is recommended to have 3-4 suites, maximizing privacy, with dedicated butlers throughout the journey
√ The dining car specially invites five-star hotel head chefs, with regional specialty menus rotated daily

📜 【In-depth Route Analysis】
As a benchmark product of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Xuelian No. is built to the standard of a “mobile five-star hotel.” The newly upgraded carriages in 2026 use aviation-grade soundproofing materials and are equipped with underfloor heating, maintaining a constant 22°C even when crossing the winter Duku Highway. Each suite features full panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows with smart frosted glass, ensuring privacy without compromising the viewing experience.
The train features a special “Starry Sky Observation Carriage” with a transparent dome ceiling, allowing passengers to lie back and watch the Milky Way at night. The dining car serves 8 courses of Western Regions cuisine daily, from Turpan raisin pilaf to Ili roast whole lamb, all made with fresh local ingredients. The specially designed “Mobile Bar Car” stocks over 30 varieties of Xinjiang local wines, allowing passengers to sip wine while enjoying the passing scenery outside the window.
🗺 ️【2026 Summer Edition Simplified Itinerary】
📍 Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations (free activities recommended: International Grand Bazaar)
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🌄【New Oriental Express Xuelian No.: A mobile high-end palace crossing the Tianshan Mountains】🚂📍 Day 02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – Beitun (enjoy the sunset over the Junggar Basin from the train)
📍 Day 03:Beitun – Rainbow Beach – Chonghur – Kanas (overnight in Kanas log cabins)
📍 Day 04:Kanas Lake cruise – Hemu Village (experience Tuva people’s way of life)
📍 Day 05:Hemu – Ahe Highway – Altay (ethnic music concert held on the train)
📍 Day 06:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Six-Star Street – Yining (taste Ili ice cream)
📍 Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland (horseback riding across the alpine grassland)
📍 Day 08:Nalati – Bayanbulak – Southern section of Duku Highway – Kuqa (watch the sunset at Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns)
📍 Day 09:Kuqa – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Kuqa Royal Palace – Kashgar (watch ethnic dance performances on the train)
📍 Day 10:Kashgar -白沙湖 – Tashkurgan (visit ethnic minority villages)
📍 Day 11:Tajik home visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar (taste herbal tea at a century-old teahouse)
📍 Day 12:Kashgar Old City – Gaotai Folk Houses – Turpan (learn Uyghur language on the train)
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✨Route highlights at a glance:📍 Day 13:Karez Irrigation System – Flaming Mountains – Jiaohe Ancient City – Urumqi (gift box of Xinjiang dried fruits included)
📍 Day 14:Urumqi – departure
💎 【2026 Tour Dates and Prices】
📅 September Golden Season (Mid-Autumn Special)
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/fourth person 30,000 RMB/person)

📅 October Autumn Season (National Day Special)
Departures on October 15/25
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person
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Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
√ The newly upgraded Xuelian No. train in 2026 features private bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, and panoramic viewing windows throughout. Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person (third/fourth person 20,000 RMB/person)
🎁 Price includes:
√ Full-journey accommodation on the Xuelian No. train (with private bathrooms)
√ Attraction tickets + shuttle bus fees
√ 12 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including 6 specialty meals)
√ Professional tour guide + train butler service
√ Travel accident insurance

️Price excludes:
× Personal expenses and optional activities
× Round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi
× (Subject to actual consultation)

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√ 12 days crossing Northern Xinjiang Kanas + Southern Xinjiang Pamir Plateau, covering 80% of Xinjiang’s core attractions📌 【2026 Latest Policy Reminders】
1️⃣ Kanas Scenic Area operates on a reservation system with a daily limit of 8,000 visitors
2️⃣ The Duku Highway only allows vehicles with 7 seats or fewer (open from June to September)
3️⃣ A permit is required for the Pamir Plateau (can be obtained at the Kashgar International Self-Driving Car City)
4️⃣ Drone flights are prohibited at Sayram Lake Scenic Area

👩💼 【What the Itinerary Planner Says】
“This route is especially suitable for travelers who want to deeply experience Xinjiang without the hassle of frequently moving luggage,” says Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. “We arrange morning hikes in Kanas, traditional Tuva fur-ski making experiences in Hemu Village, and intangible heritage master classes in pottery making in Kashgar Old City. In 2026, we’ve also added a stargazing photography course at Nalati Grassland, led by professional photographers to capture the Milky Way.”
📞 【How to Register】
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
Contact Manager Wang Fei at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service: 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat)

👩🦰 【About Manager Wang Fei】
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√ Each carriage is recommended to have 3-4 suites, maximizing privacy, with dedicated butlers throughout the journeyAs a native Xinjiang local, Wang Fei has been deeply involved in the tourism industry for 13 years, having traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains. Her team is familiar with all routes across northern and southern Xinjiang, road conditions, weather, and local customs, capable of planning both classic loop routes and customized off-the-beaten-path journeys. She adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, rejecting hidden consumption, and uses professionalism to create comfortable journeys tailored to travelers’ preferences.
💡 【Practical Tips】
1️⃣ Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference from inland China; it’s recommended to bring sunscreen + moisturizing skincare products
2️⃣ 220V charging ports are available on the train, but it’s recommended to bring a power bank
3️⃣ Temperatures in northern Xinjiang are lower in September-October; bring a windbreaker or light down jacket
4️⃣ Daily itineraries may be slightly adjusted based on weather conditions; actual arrangements prevail

🌈 【Seasonal Exclusive Experiences】
🍂 September:Kanas is covered in autumn colors, and Hemu Village is shrouded in morning mist
🌾 October:Southern Xinjiang’s poplar forests enter their best viewing period, with golden trees lining both banks of the Tarim River
🌸 April (following year):Ili Apricot Blossom Valley is covered in pink flower seas across the mountains
🌿 June (following year):Wildflowers bloom across Nalati Grassland, with grassland camping experiences available
This mobile high-end route strings together Xinjiang’s most exquisite landscapes like pearls. From the snow-capped peaks of the Altai Mountains to the Taklamakan Desert, from the azure waters of Sayram Lake to the vibrant colors of Kashgar Old City, the 12-day journey is like flipping through a three-dimensional album of the Western Regions. As Manager Wang Fei puts it: “We don’t just take guests to see the scenery; we want them to understand the stories of Xinjiang.”
For more travel consultations (Panda Train, Tianfu No., Chengdu No., Anyi No., Shifang No., New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream No., Lindu No., Yichun No., Kunming No., Starlight Lancang No., Gobi Cruise Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan No., Tianshan No., Chief National Train, Cross-Province Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang No., Dahezhinan No., Baiyun No., Yinling Jiangxing, Chaoling Jiangxing Train, Sunshine No., Shannan No., Yangtze Delta No., Muztagh No.) Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969599 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)

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