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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: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing 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 + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
New Oriental Express Tourist Train:A moving scenic route for in-depth tours of Northern and Southern Xinjiang🚂
🌄 Detailed route or destination introduction:A flowing observation deck across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
The New Oriental Express tourist train is a “mobile high-end hotel” created by the Xinjiang railway department in conjunction with professional travel agencies. It features “the train follows the scenery, traveling by night and touring by day” and connects the grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural customs of Southern Xinjiang. The train newly upgraded in 2026 adopts a fully enclosed carriage design and is equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large scenic windows, and 24-hour butler service, making it worthy of being called a “land cruise ship.”
The train route covers core attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang:The Northern Xinjiang section passes through the snow-capped mountains and forests of Altay, the autumn fairy tale of Kanas, and the four-season scroll of the Duku Highway; the Southern Xinjiang section goes deep into the snow-capped mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, the thousand-year-old streets and alleys of Kashgar Ancient City, and the populus euphratica secret realm of the Taklamakan. The entire journey adopts a “special train + local vehicles” model, reducing the fatigue of transfers, and is suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family groups seeking quality and depth.
📅 Simple itinerary:Flexible choice between two versions of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
According to the newly released 2026 schedule, the New Oriental Express offers two itineraries: a summer panoramic version and an autumn Southern Xinjiang special version:
Summer Panoramic Version (14 days)
Day 1:Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather
Day 2:Urumqi→New Oriental Express→Keketuohai→Altay
Day 3:Altay→Ahe Highway→Hemu Village
Day 4:Hemu→Kanas
Day 5:Kanas→Chonghur→Wucaitan→Special Train
Day 6:Jinghe→Sayram Lake→Yining
Day 7:Yining→Nalati Grassland
Day 8:Nalati→Middle Section of Duku Highway→Bayinbuluke

New Oriental Express Tourist Train: A moving scenic route for in-depth tours of Northern and Southern Xinjiang🚂Day 9:Bayinbuluke→Southern Section of Duku Highway→Kuqa Grand Canyon→Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar→Baisha Lake→Pamir Scenic Area→Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan→Tajik family visit→Karakul Lake→Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar→Turpan→Special Train
Day 13:Turpan→Urumqi
Day 14:See off the group in Urumqi
Autumn Southern Xinjiang Special Version (11 days)
Day 1:Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather
Day 2:Special Train→Turpan (Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez)→Ruoqiang
Day 3:Ruoqiang (Miran Ruins, Loulan Museum)→Hotan
Day 4:Hotan (Tuancheng, Yulong Kashgar River)→Yotkan Ancient City night view
Day 5:Special Train→Shache (Yarkant Khan Palace)→Kashgar
Day 6:Kashgar (Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake)
Day 7:Kashgar (Old City, Id Kah)→Kuqa
Day 8:Kuqa (Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Prince’s Residence)

🌄Detailed route or destination introduction: A flowing observation deck across the north and south of the Tianshan MountainsDay 9:Kuqa→Luntai (Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest)→Special Train
Day 10:Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi)→Farewell dinner
Day 11:See off the group in Urumqi
💰 Price explanation:Cabin-based pricing, floating in peak season
The newly released 2026 price system is as follows (unit:yuan/person, subject to the contract):
May departures:
Deluxe Gold Diamond (3 compartments):59999
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 compartments):54999
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 compartments):49999
Third/fourth person:30000
June departures:
June 1/30:
Deluxe Gold Diamond:67999
Xiyue Gold Diamond:62999
Boyue Gold Diamond:56999

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with more than 10 years of experience and rich expertise. Add as a friend to receive the itinerary and quotation.
The New Oriental Express tourist train is a “mobile high-end hotel” created by the Xinjiang railway department in conjunction with professional travel agencies. It features “the train follows the scenery, traveling by night and touring by day” and connects the grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural customs of Southern Xinjiang. The train newly upgraded in 2026 adopts a fully enclosed carriage design and is equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large scenic windows, and 24-hour butler service, making it worthy of being called a “land cruise ship.”Third/fourth person:30000
June 11/25:
Deluxe Gold Diamond:69999
Xiyue Gold Diamond:63999
Boyue Gold Diamond:58999
Third/fourth person:30000
September departure (September 3):
Deluxe Gold Diamond:71999
Xiyue Gold Diamond:65999
Boyue Gold Diamond:59999
Third/fourth person:30000
October departures (October 15/25):
Deluxe Gold Diamond:44999
Xiyue Gold Diamond:39999
Boyue Gold Diamond:36999

The train route covers core attractions in Northern and Southern Xinjiang: the Northern Xinjiang section passes through the snow-capped mountains and forests of Altay, the autumn fairy tale of Kanas, and the four-season scroll of the Duku Highway; the Southern Xinjiang section goes deep into the snow-capped mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, the thousand-year-old streets and alleys of Kashgar Ancient City, and the populus euphratica secret realm of the Taklamakan. The entire journey adopts a “special train + local vehicles” model, reducing the fatigue of transfers, and is suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists and family groups seeking quality and depth.Third/fourth person:20000
Tip:The price includes special train accommodation, local vehicles, first admission tickets to scenic areas, and full-board meals throughout the journey, excluding personal consumption and. Remaining seats and the final price are subject to confirmation at the time of signing; peak season prices may fluctuate with the market.
📝 Registration method:Contact with a professional travel agency
You can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service will provide a detailed itinerary brochure, cabin comparison chart, and contract template. Registration requires valid identification information and signing an electronic contract. Both online payment and offline signing are supported.
💡 Fee explanation and service explanation
Fees include:
Full-journey special train accommodation (including bathroom)
Local air-conditioned tourist vehicle transfers
First admission tickets to scenic areas and shuttle buses
Full-board main meals throughout the journey (including specialty meals)
Professional tour guide and train butler service
Travel accident insurance
Fees do not include:
Personal consumption and optional paid items
(Charged according to actual occurrence)

📅Simple itinerary: Flexible choice between two versions of Northern and Southern Xinjiang; additional fees incurred due to force majeure factors
Service highlights:
Each carriage is equipped with a dedicated butler, providing 24-hour hot water and luggage assistance
The dining car offers both meal and non-meal options, integrating the flavors of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Local tour guides are arranged at all train stops to strive for seamless connections
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing; the itinerary may be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement.
📞 Contact information
Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat:181-3962-2229
(Service hours:9:00-21:00, open on holidays)
🌟 Summary of route advantages
Worry-free:The entire journey is “one price includes designated items within the itinerary,” with no need to book tickets or rooms yourself
In-depth:Covers more than 80% of core scenic areas in Northern and Southern Xinjiang, avoiding crowded sections of regular tours
Comfortable:The train is equipped with a humidification system and quiet tracks to alleviate plateau dryness and bumps
Flexible:Offers both 11-day and 14-day versions to meet different vacation needs
The 2026 New Oriental Express tourist train has opened pre-sale. Early bird registration offers priority cabin selection. Whether it is the autumn feast of Northern Xinjiang or the cultural exploration of Southern Xinjiang, this “moving scenic route” will take you to unlock the A and B sides of Xinjiang. Contact customer service immediately to start your exclusive Silk Road 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 WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase