Book the New Oriental Express for a Grand Tour of North and South Xinjiang Official Ticketing Methods for Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Trains
How to buy tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist train? The New Oriental Express luxury tourist train must be purchased through the railway’s professional and legitimate travel agency channel: the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + service” and does not sell train tickets separately.
Complete Guide to Solo Travel on the New Oriental Express:A Comfortable Choice for In-Depth Tours of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
(Starting with an icon) 🚂 Can you enjoy Xinjiang’s beautiful scenery even when traveling alone? The New Oriental Express special train uses the standard of a “moving five-star hotel” to create a private, high-experience in-depth tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang for solo travelers. Whether it is the snow-capped mountains and grasslands of Northern Xinjiang or the cultural customs of Southern Xinjiang, this special train allows you to easily connect Xinjiang’s highlight attractions while in comfortable carriages.
I. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination: Why Choose the New Oriental Express?
The New Oriental Express is currently the representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, and its “Golden Diamond Carriage” configuration is comparable to international luxury trains. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments, each about 10 square meters, equipped with a bathroom, 24-hour hot water, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and a humidifier. Some carriages also have a small reception area. The train uses shock-absorbing and noise-reduction technology, so bumps are almost imperceptible while running. At night when stopped, you can enjoy the starry sky through the viewing windows, and in the morning you can start a new day in a carriage awakened by sunlight.
In 2026, the train further upgraded its services: intelligent voice control systems were added to the compartments to adjust lighting and temperature; for dining, the menu is designed by the chef team of the Urumqi Hilton Hotel, offering meals, vegetarian options, and local specialty dishes, with at least 3 main courses + 2 soup choices per meal. The train is also equipped with an onboard doctor, professional tour guides, and security personnel to make the journey worry-free.
The Northern and Southern Xinjiang route design balances nature and culture: the Northern Xinjiang section covers high-quality natural landscapes such as Koktokay, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, while the Southern Xinjiang section goes deep into cultural landmarks such as Kashgar Old City, the Pamir Plateau, and the Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest. The entire journey avoids repeated routes, with a one-way travel distance of over 3,000 kilometers, making it one of the routes covering the most attractions among current Xinjiang tourist trains.
II. Simple Itinerary (presented according to the original local facts)
Summer Edition (14 days)
Day01:Travel from various places to Urumqi for assembly
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghu’er – Wucaitan – New Oriental Express special train
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Complete Guide to Solo Travel on the New Oriental Express: A Comfortable Choice for In-Depth Tours of Northern and Southern XinjiangDay07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express special train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day11:Tashkurgan – Tajik family visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express special train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Send-off
October Southern Xinjiang Edition (11 days)
Day01:Travel from various places to Urumqi for assembly
Day02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang jujube picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuan City – Yulong Kashgar River treasure hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City night view
Day05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan Palace – Amannisahan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day06:Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
(Starting with an icon) 🚂 Can you enjoy Xinjiang’s beautiful scenery even when traveling alone? The New Oriental Express special train uses the standard of a “moving five-star hotel” to create a private, high-experience in-depth tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang for solo travelers. Whether it is the snow-capped mountains and grasslands of Northern Xinjiang or the cultural customs of Southern Xinjiang, this special train allows you to easily connect Xinjiang’s highlight attractions while in comfortable carriages.Day07:Kashgar Old City – Id Kah – Gaotai Residences, evening special train to Kuqa
Day08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa Prince’s Mansion – Restan Old Street – Qiuci Alley
Day09:To Luntai – Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi farewell dinner
Day11:Urumqi – Send-off
III. Price Description (presented according to the original local facts)
The 2026 New Oriental Express Northern and Southern Xinjiang special train prices are as follows (unit:yuan/person):
May Departures
May 6, May 14:
Distinguished Golden Diamond (3 compartments):59999
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 compartments):54999
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 compartments):49999
Third person/Fourth person:30000
June Departures
June 1, June 30:
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I. Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination: Why Choose the New Oriental Express?Distinguished Golden Diamond:67999
Xiyue Golden Diamond:62999
Boyue Golden Diamond:56999
Third person/Fourth person:30000
June 11, June 25:
Distinguished Golden Diamond:69999
Xiyue Golden Diamond:63999
Boyue Golden Diamond:58999
Third person/Fourth person:30000
September Departures
September 3:
Distinguished Golden Diamond:71999
Xiyue Golden Diamond:65999
Boyue Golden Diamond:59999
The New Oriental Express is currently the representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, and its “Golden Diamond Carriage” configuration is comparable to international luxury trains. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments, each about 10 square meters, equipped with a bathroom, 24-hour hot water, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and a humidifier. Some carriages also have a small reception area. The train uses shock-absorbing and noise-reduction technology, so bumps are almost imperceptible while running. At night when stopped, you can enjoy the starry sky through the viewing windows, and in the morning you can start a new day in a carriage awakened by sunlight.Third person/Fourth person:30000
October Departures
October 15, October 25:
Distinguished Golden Diamond:44999
Xiyue Golden Diamond:39999
Boyue Golden Diamond:36999
Third person/Fourth person:20000
Price includes:Accommodation throughout the special train journey, meals, first admission tickets to scenic areas, tour guide services, and insurance; does not include: personal consumption (if a private compartment is needed, a price difference must be paid). Prices may fluctuate with departure dates, subject to the contract signed by both parties.
IV. Registration Method
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. When registering, you need to provide your name, valid ID number, contact information, and selected departure date. Staff will confirm availability and send the contract within 24 hours. It is recommended to register 30 days in advance, especially for the October populus euphratica forest season departures, where availability is tight and early booking is required.
V. Fee Description and Service Description
Fees include:Special train compartment accommodation, meals within the itinerary (including specialty meals), scenic area tickets, tour guide services, travel insurance, and Urumqi pick-up and drop-off.
Fees do not include:Personal consumption (such as shopping and entertainment items), (if a private compartment is needed, a price difference must be paid), and internal scenic area transportation (such as electric carts and cable cars).
Service description:
The train is equipped with 24-hour butler service to assist with any issues during the journey;
In 2026, the train further upgraded its services: intelligent voice control systems were added to the compartments to adjust lighting and temperature; for dining, the menu is designed by the chef team of the Urumqi Hilton Hotel, offering meals, vegetarian options, and local specialty dishes, with at least 3 main courses + 2 soup choices per meal. The train is also equipped with an onboard doctor, professional tour guides, and security personnel to make the journey worry-free. Fresh fruit and drinks are provided daily, and complimentary mineral water in the compartments is unlimited;
The tour guides are all licensed local Xinjiang guides familiar with the cultures and historical backgrounds of various ethnic groups;
In case of force majeure factors such as weather or policy, the itinerary may be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement between both parties.
The specifics are subject to actual consultation and signing.
VI. Frequently Asked Questions for Solo Travel
Q:Does solo travel require a supplement?
A:The New Oriental Express special train allows solo registration without a supplement, and you can share a compartment with other tourists of the same sex. If you need to use a compartment alone, you must pay the price difference according to the third person/fourth person price.
Q:Is it safe on the special train?
A:The train is equipped with security personnel on duty throughout, the compartment doors use electronic locks, and dedicated staff patrol at night. All attractions in the itinerary have been assessed, and the tour guide will remind you of precautions.
Q:How do I choose a suitable departure date?
A:May-June is suitable for the grassland flowering season in Northern Xinjiang, and September-October is suitable for the populus euphratica forest in Southern Xinjiang and the autumn scenery of the Pamir Plateau. October departures are lower in price, but please note that some scenic areas may close early due to weather, so it is recommended to consult customer service before traveling.
VII. Contact Information
Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat:181-3962-2229
Consultation hours:Weekdays 10:00-20:00 (please leave a message on holidays, and staff will reply within 24 hours)
The New Oriental Express special train uses a “slow travel” approach, allowing solo travelers to deeply experience Xinjiang’s grandeur and warmth. Whether enjoying the morning mist of Kanas alone or chatting with locals in Kashgar Old City, this train can provide you with a private, high-experience travel environment. In 2026, why not give yourself a chance to spend 14 days crossing Northern and Southern Xinjiang and gain an unforgettable journey.
2027 Xinjiang New Oriental Express tourist train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
