New Oriental Express Official Registration Process, Online and Offline Ticket Purchase Methods
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury train? The New Oriental Express tourist train can only be booked through professional 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 train tickets are not sold separately.
Want to experience the New Oriental Express with its “train follows travelers, travel by day and ride by night” concept, but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry — this guide will break down the registration process in detail and help you easily plan your 2026 Xinjiang trip!
🚂 New Oriental Express:A Moving Luxury Hotel
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train, but a high-end tourist train that combines transportation, accommodation, and sightseeing. It integrates “hotel + restaurant + observation car + entertainment car” into one, allowing you to enjoy comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Travel Mode:Adopts the “travel by night, explore by day” model — ride the train at night and enjoy in-depth sightseeing during the day, effectively saving time and energy.
Core Experience:No need to change hotels or pack and unpack luggage throughout the trip — an ideal choice for experiencing the vast landscapes of Xinjiang.
🗺 ️ Route Overview:Classic Northern and Southern Xinjiang Loop
This route focuses on an in-depth tour of both northern and southern Xinjiang, connecting the forests and river valleys of northern Xinjiang with the desert and ancient cities of southern Xinjiang, offering a rich variety of natural and cultural experiences. The itinerary combines the “New Oriental Express + ground transportation,” with a relaxed pace.
Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Version)
Day 01:Depart from various cities 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 (Wucaitan) – New Oriental Express
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Want to experience the New Oriental Express with its “train follows travelers, travel by day and ride by night” concept, but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry — this guide will break down the registration process in detail and help you easily plan your 2026 Xinjiang trip!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
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
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various cities to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Irrigation System – Grape Manor; 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 – Yotgan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkant Khan Palace – Amannisahan Mausoleum; then to Kashgar
🚂 New Oriental Express: A Moving Luxury HotelDay 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake; return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai (High Platform) Folk Houses; evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa Royal Palace – Restan Old Street – Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai – Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest; evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Departure
💰 Price Information:Transparent Pricing, Worry-Free Choice
This route adopts an all-inclusive model covering designated items in the itinerary. The fee includes train berths, ground hotels, attraction tickets, specialty meals, land transportation, tour guide services, etc. Specific prices vary by departure date and cabin class. Below are reference prices for some 2026 departures:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars):59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars):54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars):49,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train, but a high-end tourist train that combines transportation, accommodation, and sightseeing. It integrates “hotel + restaurant + observation car + entertainment car” into one, allowing you to enjoy comfort and convenience throughout your journey.Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars):67,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New Oriental Express Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing: 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of industry experience. Add as friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars):62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars):56,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars):69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars):63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars):58,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars):71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars):65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars):59,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30,000 RMB/person
Travel Mode: Adopts the “travel by night, explore by day” model — ride the train at night and enjoy in-depth sightseeing during the day, effectively saving time and energy.October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars):44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars):39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars):36,999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:20,000 RMB/person
> Friendly Reminder:The above are reference prices for selected departures. Actual prices may fluctuate due to holidays, supply and demand, and other factors. The final price, cabin availability, and promotional policies are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📝 Registration Methods:Online and Offline, Flexible Options
You can register through the following two methods and enjoy one-on-one dedicated service:
📞 Phone Consultation and Registration
Call 181-3962-2229 directly and inform the customer service of your travel needs (number of people, dates, budget, etc.) to receive detailed information.
💬 WeChat Consultation and Registration
Add customer service WeChat 181-3962-2229 for inquiries and document sharing at any time. Some services can be completed online.
> Registration Notes:For specific contract signing locations, please consult customer service directly — they will recommend a convenient signing point based on your location.
📋 Registration Process:Done in Six Steps
Core Experience: No need to change hotels or pack and unpack luggage throughout the trip — an ideal choice for experiencing the vast landscapes of Xinjiang.1. Consult the route and confirm your interest
Contact customer service to obtain route information, and choose your preferred route and cabin class based on your schedule, budget, and interests.
2. Submit information to secure your spot
Provide the real-name information (names, valid ID numbers, etc.) of all travelers. Customer service will reserve your seat and issue a deposit receipt.
3. Pay the deposit to hold your seat
After paying the deposit as agreed, your seat will be officially reserved. Deposit standards are subject to the contract.
4. Sign the contract to protect your rights
Pay the balance within the agreed time and sign the unified electronic travel contract on the national tourism supervision platform, clarifying the rights and responsibilities of both parties.
5. Receive notification and prepare for departure
Before departure, you will receive the “Tour Departure Notice” and other materials. Please arrange your round-trip transportation to Urumqi in advance and inform customer service of your arrival details for pickup arrangements.
6. Arrive at the assembly point and begin your journey
Assemble at the designated location in Urumqi as notified. The travel agency will arrange a dedicated vehicle to take you to the train and officially begin your journey.
💡 Fee and Service Information
Fees Include:New Oriental Express seat, ground hotel accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic spots in the itinerary, most meals in the itinerary, tourist buses, tour guide and escort services, travel agency liability insurance, etc.
Fees Exclude:Round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi, personal expenses (such as shopping, extra beverages), optional entertainment activities, travel accident insurance, etc.
Service Notes:Weather, road conditions, policies, and scenic area opening hours involved in the itinerary are subject to uncertainty. The travel agency and tourists may agree to make reasonable itinerary changes after consultation. Specific service details are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train booking 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
