New Oriental Express Ticket Booking Xinjiang 15 Day Train Tour Price
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New Oriental Express Ticket Booking Center
Exploring the Silk Road:2026 New Oriental Express Travel Guide✨
I. In-depth Route Analysis: A Moving ‘Five-Star Museum’
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train, but China’s first ‘high-end panoramic tourism train’. Since its upgrade in 2023, the entire train features gold-class soft sleeper compartments with private bathrooms, panoramic viewing windows, and an intelligent temperature control system, earning it the title of ‘land cruise’. The train traverses the northern and southern regions of the Tianshan Mountains in Xinjiang, connecting over 20 5A/4A-level scenic spots including Urumqi, Kanas, and the Pamir Plateau. The itinerary covers diverse landscapes such as deserts, grasslands, glaciers, and canyons, making it a ‘moving Silk Road cultural corridor’.
🚂 Train Highlights:
✔ ️ Privacy:Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments with dedicated butler service
✔ ️ Viewing Design:The entire train features 270° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, with blackout blinds for restful sleep during nighttime travel
✔ ️ Dining Service:Equipped with a mobile dining car offering regional specialties like Xinjiang big plate chicken and baked buns
✔ ️ Medical Support:Onboard AED emergency equipment and a common medicine kit
II. 2026 Latest Itinerary Arrangements (Summer Edition/Southern Xinjiang Edition Dual Options)
According to the 2026 operational plan, the train offers two main themes: ‘Northern Xinjiang Loop’ and ‘Southern Xinjiang In-depth’, allowing travelers to choose based on the season:
🌞 Summer Edition (June-August):Traversing the Tianshan Gallery
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi (hotel check-in)
Day 02:Urumqi → New Oriental Express → Keketuohai National Park → Altay (night stargazing)
Day 03:Altay → Ahe Highway → Hemu Village (experience Tuvan wooden houses)
Day 04:Hemu → Kanas Lake (boat tour)
Day 05:Kanas → Chonghur → Colorful Beach → Overnight train journey
Day 06:Jinghe → Sailimu Lake Circumnavigation → Yining (visit Liuxing Street)
Exploring the Silk Road: 2026 New Oriental Express Travel Guide✨Day 07:Yining → Nalati Sky Grassland (horseback riding experience)
Day 08:Nalati → Middle Section of Duku Highway → Bayanbulak (view the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns sunset)
Day 09:Bayanbulak → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Overnight train journey
Day 10:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Pamir Tourist Area → Tashkurgan (stay in Tajik homestay)
Day 11:Tashkurgan → Tajik Home Visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar (visit the Grand Bazaar)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan → Overnight train journey
Day 13:Turpan → Jiaohe Ancient City → Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi farewell
🍂 Southern Xinjiang Edition (October):Golden Autumn Poplar Forest Secret Realm
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Special train → Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City + Karez Well) → Ruoqiang (overnight on train)
Day 03:Ruoqiang → Milan Ruins → Loulan Museum → Red Date Picking Experience
Day 04:Hotan Tuancheng → Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting → Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Shache → Yarkand Khan’s Palace → Amannisa Khan’s Tomb → Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake → Karakul Lake → Return to Kashgar
Day 07:In-depth tour of Kashgar Old City (Id Kah Mosque + Gaotai Folk Houses)
Day 08:Kuqa Tianshan Grand Canyon → Kuqa Palace → Restan Old Street
Day 09:Luntai → Tarim Poplar Forest Park → Overnight train journey
I. In-depth Route Analysis: A Moving ‘Five-Star Museum’Day 10:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi farewell
⚠ ️ Special Notes:
→ In the October Southern Xinjiang itinerary, the prime viewing period for poplar forests is October 15-25
→ The summer edition’s Duku Highway is recommended to be open from June to September, subject to traffic department notices
→ A travel permit is required for the Pamir Plateau (travel agency can assist)
III. 2026 Pricing System and Tour Dates
According to the latest schedules from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, the 2026 New Oriental Express adopts a ‘tiered pricing’ model. The fee includes train accommodation, ground transportation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, and 8 main meals and 7 breakfasts:
📅 May-June Tours (Primarily Northern Xinjiang):
May 6, May 14:
Premium Gold (3 compartments):59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold (4 compartments):54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold (5 compartments):49,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth person sharing:30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30:
Premium Gold:67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold:62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold:56,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train, but China’s first ‘high-end panoramic tourism train’. Since its upgrade in 2023, the entire train features gold-class soft sleeper compartments with private bathrooms, panoramic viewing windows, and an intelligent temperature control system, earning it the title of ‘land cruise’. The train traverses the northern and southern regions of the Tianshan Mountains in Xinjiang, connecting over 20 5A/4A-level scenic spots including Urumqi, Kanas, and the Pamir Plateau. The itinerary covers diverse landscapes such as deserts, grasslands, glaciers, and canyons, making it a ‘moving Silk Road cultural corridor’.Third/Fourth person sharing:30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25:
Premium Gold:69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold:63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold:58,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth person sharing:30,000 RMB/person
📅 September-October Tours (Primarily Southern Xinjiang):
September 3:
Premium Gold:71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold:65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold:59,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth person sharing:30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25 (Poplar Season Special):
Premium Gold:44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold:39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold:36,999 RMB/person
Third/Fourth person sharing:20,000 RMB/person
🚂 Train Highlights:💰 Price Explanation:
→ The above fees are per person and require a minimum of 2 bookings
→ Children’s price (6-12 years old) is 70% of the adult price, excluding bed and tickets
→ Prices may fluctuate with fuel prices and scenic spot policies, subject to the signed contract
→ During peak season (June-October), it is recommended to book 60 days in advance
IV. #Registration Method and Wang Fei’s Personal Introduction: Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the northern and southern Tianshan regions and is well-versed in the entire travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang. She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local car rentals, and tourism trains, and is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize in-depth niche trips. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining Western Region cultural history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip. Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, adheres to the principle of pure play without shopping, rejects hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to travelers’ preferences, ensuring every friend from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple warmth, allowing them to enjoy the great beauty of Xinjiang with peace of mind. And consultation channels
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, supporting #☎️ and #Wang Fei for consultation:
📞 #☎️ Consultation:Contact Manager Wang Fei
💬 #Wang Fei Consultation:Add Manager Wang Fei
⏰ Consultation Hours:Monday to Sunday 09:00-21:00
V. Fee Details and Service Standards
📌 Fee Includes:
Train Accommodation:Gold-class soft sleeper compartments (with private bathroom)
Ground Transportation:Air-conditioned tourist bus throughout
Dining Service:8 main meals and 7 breakfasts (including 3 specialty meals)
Scenic Spot Tickets:All first admission tickets in the itinerary
Guide Service:Dual service of Chinese guide + train butler
Insurance Coverage:Travel agency liability insurance + travel accident insurance
✔️ Privacy: Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments with dedicated butler service📌 Fee Excludes:
：Supplement for a private compartment if needed
Personal Expenses:Secondary consumption items within scenic spots
Force Majeure:Additional costs due to weather or policy
📌 Service Commitment:
→ No shopping stops arranged throughout the trip
→ Flexible daily itinerary timing
→ 24-hour emergency response mechanism
→ Subject to actual consultation and contract
VI. Pre-Trip Recommendations
🧳 Documents:Valid ID, travel permit (for Pamir Plateau section)
👗 Clothing:Due to large temperature differences between day and night in Xinjiang, bring a windbreaker and sun-protective clothing
💊 Medications:Motion sickness medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, anti-altitude sickness medication
📸 Equipment:Camera, power bank, binoculars (for stargazing)
📢 Special Reminder:
→ Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference from inland China; the itinerary has been adjusted accordingly
→ The train provides 220V charging ports, but high-power appliances are prohibited
→ In case of extreme weather, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement
(Full text approximately 1800 words, information updated to March 2026, subject to the latest notice from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service)
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