Xinjiang Express Tourist Train How to Buy Tickets
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s New Oriental Express Ticket Center
🚂 Immersive Journey Through Beautiful Xinjiang | New Oriental Express 2026 In-Depth Experience Tour
If you long for a relaxed, well-equipped, and thoughtfully serviced panoramic tour of Xinjiang, the newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express might be the travel option you’ve been waiting for. This luxury tourist train, hailed as a ‘mobile palace,’ not only connects the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural relics of Southern Xinjiang but also redefines the standards of high-end rail travel with features such as en-suite bathrooms throughout, panoramic viewing windows, and multifunctional public areas.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights
The New Oriental Express itinerary covers Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. The summer route traverses the Altai Mountains, Junggar Basin, Tianshan hinterland, and the Pamir Plateau, passing through the granite canyons of Keketuohai, the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village, the emerald reflections of Kanas Lake, the crystal-clear blue of Sayram Lake, the rolling green carpets of Nalati Grassland, the sunset spectacle of the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns at Bayanbulak, and the red rock walls of Kuqa Grand Canyon. The autumn Southern Xinjiang route delves into the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, exploring the Loulan cultural relics in Ruoqiang, the Yurungkash River in Hotan, the Yarkent Khan’s Palace in Shache, the streets of Kashgar’s Old City, and the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, showcasing the profound heritage of the Silk Road’s millennia-old civilization.
The train itself is also a sight to behold: the third-generation carriages put into operation in 2026 utilize folding bellows gangways and tight-lock couplers, significantly improving ride stability and noise reduction; the entire train is equipped with 180° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing passengers to capture the ever-changing scenery outside at any time. The carriages feature a starry-sky themed dining car, a multifunctional entertainment carriage (including KTV, piano, board games), and a dedicated observation area, along with 24-hour butler service to assist with scenic area access, dining reservations, and other details, making the journey more relaxed.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
🚂 Immersive Journey Through Beautiful Xinjiang | New Oriental Express 2026 In-Depth Experience TourDay 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 Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell Transfer
🗓 ️ October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
If you long for a relaxed, well-equipped, and thoughtfully serviced panoramic tour of Xinjiang, the newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express might be the travel option you’ve been waiting for. This luxury tourist train, hailed as a ‘mobile palace,’ not only connects the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural relics of Southern Xinjiang but also redefines the standards of high-end rail travel with features such as en-suite bathrooms throughout, panoramic viewing windows, and multifunctional public areas.Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, then evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, then evening special train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkent Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High-Altitude Residential Area, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa King’s Palace – Restan Old Street – Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell Transfer
💰 Price Information (2026 Reference)
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center
🌄 Route and Destination HighlightsThe following are currently available departure dates and corresponding price ranges, subject to the actual signed contract:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person 30,000 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express itinerary covers Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. The summer route traverses the Altai Mountains, Junggar Basin, Tianshan hinterland, and the Pamir Plateau, passing through the granite canyons of Keketuohai, the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village, the emerald reflections of Kanas Lake, the crystal-clear blue of Sayram Lake, the rolling green carpets of Nalati Grassland, the sunset spectacle of the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns at Bayanbulak, and the red rock walls of Kuqa Grand Canyon. The autumn Southern Xinjiang route delves into the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, exploring the Loulan cultural relics in Ruoqiang, the Yurungkash River in Hotan, the Yarkent Khan’s Palace in Shache, the streets of Kashgar’s Old City, and the白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, showcasing the profound heritage of the Silk Road’s millennia-old civilization. June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
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 and Fourth Person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
The train itself is also a sight to behold: the third-generation carriages put into operation in 2026 utilize folding bellows gangways and tight-lock couplers, significantly improving ride stability and noise reduction; the entire train is equipped with 180° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing passengers to capture the ever-changing scenery outside at any time. The carriages feature a starry-sky themed dining car, a multifunctional entertainment carriage (including KTV, piano, board games), and a dedicated observation area, along with 24-hour butler service to assist with scenic area access, dining reservations, and other details, making the journey more relaxed. Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person 20,000 RMB/person
> Note:Prices may fluctuate due to departure dates, cabin types, and policy changes. The final cost is subject to the confirmed travel contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For detailed itinerary materials, availability, or personalized needs, please feel free to consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service (phone/WeChat same number).
🧾 Cost and Service Description
The cost includes the entire journey’s special train berth, listed hotel accommodations, first admission tickets to scenic spots, meals, ground transportation, and professional tour guide services. All room types are equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, smart toilets, thermostatic showers, and high-quality bedding to ensure travel comfort.
Please note that specific service content, hotel standards, vehicle arrangements, etc., are all subject to the travel contract signed before departure. In case of force majeure factors (such as extreme weather, road closures, temporary scenic area closures, etc.), the travel agency and tourists can make reasonable changes to the itinerary based on mutual agreement, striving to balance the experience.
✨ The New Oriental Express is not just a geographical crossing but an immersive journey integrating nature, history, and modern travel aesthetics. Whether it’s a family trip, a gathering of friends, or a slow tour for seniors, everyone can find their own rhythm in this 14-day journey.
📌 Warm Reminder:Please pay attention to the latest cultural and tourism policies of the destination before traveling, and it is recommended to prepare valid identification documents in advance for boarding and scenic area entry. For more details, please directly consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
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