2027 New Oriental Express High End Xinjiang Special Train Foreign Tourists Registration Required Documents and Booking Process
How to book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist train? The New Oriental Express tourist train must be booked through the railway’s professional and legitimate travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), New Oriental Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase. 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 does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 [2027 New Oriental Express High-End Xinjiang Train | Registration Notice and Itinerary Overview for Foreign Tourists]
For foreign travelers planning to explore China’s northwest in depth in 2027, the “New Oriental Express” offers a unique way to combine comfort with cultural immersion. This high-end tourist train crosses the heartland of Xinjiang, connecting the Tianshan Mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient cities. Throughout the journey, you will call a moving luxury carriage home, avoiding the hassle of frequently changing hotels. It is especially suitable for international tourists who wish to balance travel quality with a broad range of scenery.
📍 Route and Destination Introduction
The New Oriental Express is not a traditional train sleeper, but a professionally converted high-end tourist train equipped with en-suite compartments, dining cars, observation cars, and service staff. The route covers the natural wonders of northern Xinjiang and the cultural landscapes of southern Xinjiang: departing from Urumqi, passing through Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Bayanbulak Wetland, then heading south along the Duku Highway, crossing the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, arriving at Kashgar Old City, and finally returning to Urumqi. The entire journey lasts about 14 days, spanning multiple geographical units in Xinjiang, covering high mountains, lakes, grasslands, desert edges, and oasis cities, showcasing diverse ecosystems and the life scenes of various ethnic communities.
According to current (2027) scenic area opening policies, all the major attractions mentioned above are normally receiving tourists. However, please note that some areas such as Taxkorgan (Tashkurgan) are border management zones. Foreign tourists entering these areas must obtain a “Foreigners Travel Permit” in advance, which the travel agency will assist in applying for. Independent travel to these areas is not permitted.
🛂 Documents Required for Foreign Tourists to Register
Foreign nationals registering for this route need to prepare the following materials in advance:
Valid passport (validity must cover the entire itinerary, with at least 6 months remaining recommended)
🚂[2027 New Oriental Express High-End Xinjiang Train | Registration Notice and Itinerary Overview for Foreign Tourists]Valid Chinese visa (tourist L visa or other visa types permitting stay within China)
If the itinerary includes border areas such as Taxkorgan County, you must cooperate with the travel agency by submitting personal information for applying to the public security exit-entry administration department for a “Foreigners Travel Permit.” This permit usually requires 5–10 working days for approval. It is recommended to register at least 30 days in advance to allow sufficient processing time.
Citizens of some countries holding multiple-entry visas still need to confirm whether the visa covers all of Xinjiang (some earlier visas may be marked “Entry to Xinjiang Prohibited” and must be verified).
⚠ ️ Note:Document review is a prerequisite for registration. Final confirmation of travel cannot be made until the relevant permits have been applied for. The travel agency will assist in processing according to policy requirements, but approval results are subject to the competent authorities.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
Day01 Nationwide – Urumqi
Day02 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun
Day03 Beitun – Wucaitan (Five-Colored Beach) – Chonghu’er – Kanas
For foreign travelers planning to explore China’s northwest in depth in 2027, the “New Oriental Express” offers a unique way to combine comfort with cultural immersion. This high-end tourist train crosses the heartland of Xinjiang, connecting the Tianshan Mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient cities. Throughout the journey, you will call a moving luxury carriage home, avoiding the hassle of frequently changing hotels. It is especially suitable for international tourists who wish to balance travel quality with a broad range of scenery. Day04 Kanas – Hemu
Day05 Hemu – Ahe Highway – Altay – Jinghe South
Day06 Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining
Day07 Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08 Nalati – Bayanbulak
Day09 Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kashgar
Day10 Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Taxkorgan
Day11 Tajik Family Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
📍Route and Destination Introduction Day12 Kashgar Old City – Gaotai Residences – Turpan
Day13 Karez Wells – Flaming Mountains – Jiaohe Ancient City – Urumqi
Day14 Urumqi – Nationwide
(Note:The actual visiting order and duration of stay may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area visitor limits, subject to mutual agreement between both parties.)
💰 Price Description
The published departure dates and corresponding prices for 2027 are as follows:
Travel by tourist train through beautiful Xinjiang, with multiple specifications from economy to luxury to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8585456; Customer Service Manager Guo Jing phone: 181-3962-2229 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary route and train introduction)
Departures on June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, and August 11
Premium Gold Diamond:68,999 RMB/person (1 carriage contains 3 compartments, capacity 6 people, all with en-suite bathrooms)
Xiyue Gold Diamond:62,999 RMB/person (1 carriage contains 4 compartments, capacity 8 people, all with en-suite bathrooms)
The New Oriental Express is not a traditional train sleeper, but a professionally converted high-end tourist train equipped with en-suite compartments, dining cars, observation cars, and service staff. The route covers the natural wonders of northern Xinjiang and the cultural landscapes of southern Xinjiang: departing from Urumqi, passing through Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Bayanbulak Wetland, then heading south along the Duku Highway, crossing the Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, arriving at Kashgar Old City, and finally returning to Urumqi. The entire journey lasts about 14 days, spanning multiple geographical units in Xinjiang, covering high mountains, lakes, grasslands, desert edges, and oasis cities, showcasing diverse ecosystems and the life scenes of various ethnic communities.Departures on August 30, September 13, and September 27
Premium Gold Diamond:72,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:66,999 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. For specific costs, remaining seats, and cabin arrangements, please refer to the contract confirmed at the time of signing. Prices may be slightly adjusted due to departure dates, exchange rates, or service configurations and shall not serve as the basis for final settlement.
📝 Registration Method
You may consult and complete registration procedures through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to contact us as early as possible to reserve compartment seats and coordinate the travel permit documents required for foreign tourists.
🧾 Cost Description and Service Content
Costs typically include:
According to current (2027) scenic area opening policies, all the major attractions mentioned above are normally receiving tourists. However, please note that some areas such as Taxkorgan (Tashkurgan) are border management zones. Foreign tourists entering these areas must obtain a “Foreigners Travel Permit” in advance, which the travel agency will assist in applying for. Independent travel to these areas is not permitted.✓ Onboard compartment accommodation throughout the journey (according to the selected cabin type)
✓ First-tier admission tickets for attractions listed in the itinerary
✓ Three meals daily (train meals and some specialty meals)
✓ Domestic transportation connections (from boarding/alighting points to scenic areas)
✓ Chinese-speaking guide service (English service can be arranged upon prior confirmation)
✓ Assistance in obtaining border area travel permits (if applicable)
Excluded items include:
✗ International airfare and visa fees
🛂Documents Required for Foreign Tourists to Register✗ Personal expenses, alcoholic beverages, service charges
✗ Expenses incurred from free activities not included in the itinerary
✗ Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors
For solo registrants, the travel agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; if this cannot be arranged, costs under special circumstances shall be separately negotiated by both parties.
📌 Warm Tips
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, a windproof jacket is recommended. UV radiation is strong, so sun protection is recommended.
Train operations are subject to railway scheduling. Departure times are subject to the station announcements on the day of travel.
All itinerary arrangements, service standards, and cancellation/change rules are implemented in accordance with the “Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China” and relevant regulations.
Please read the contract terms carefully before registration and confirm key information such as itinerary, price, and document requirements.
This journey is not recommended as merely a geographical crossing, but as a slow and in-depth dialogue with the landscape. Waking up in a moving carriage with continuous snow peaks or golden grasslands outside the window—for international travelers, this is a leisurely way to understand the vastness and diversity of western China.
2027 New Oriental Express tourist train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), New Oriental Express Train Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
