Xinjiang New Oriental Express Official Website Peak and Off Peak Fare Adjustments and Travel Reference
How to purchase tickets for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train? In 2026, tickets for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train must be booked through the official travel agency channel recognized by the railway: the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour Train:Slowly traverse Northern and Southern Xinjiang, taking in the Silk Road scenery along the way
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel method is quietly becoming the top choice for deep travel enthusiasts—riding the luxurious ‘New Oriental Express’ tour train. It moves at a leisurely pace, traveling by night and sightseeing by day. During the day, it goes deep into scenic areas, and at night, you rest in a moving star-class cabin. There’s no need to move luggage or change trains repeatedly, making it especially suitable for tourists who want to avoid the fatigue of self-driving or frequent transfers, such as retirees, families with children, or those uncomfortable with long-distance buses.
🌄 Train and Route Features:More than just transportation, it’s a travel and living experience
In 2026, the New Oriental Express has been upgraded with two new car body types: luxury and comfort. The overall paintwork blends the flowing feel of silk with Xinjiang’s natural colors, offering a simple yet culturally rich visual appeal. The train departs from Urumqi, covering the snowy mountains and lakes of Northern Xinjiang, the grassland secrets, as well as the ancient cities, poplar forests, and plateau scenery of Southern Xinjiang, forming a poetic route across the Tianshan Mountains.
Compared to other tour trains, the New Oriental Express emphasizes a relaxed pace and meticulous service: daily scenic spot arrangements are well-balanced, avoiding rushed check-ins; the train is equipped with dual guide services, ensuring smooth transitions on land; meals balance nutrition and local flavors, suitable for all ages; some schedules also include onboard medical staff for peace of mind. More importantly, all cabins have private bathrooms, and luggage can be stored in the carriage throughout the journey, truly allowing you to ‘grab your bag and go’.
🛏 ️ Detailed Cabin Configuration:Three types of golden diamond rooms, private and comfortable
The New Oriental Express offers three types of golden diamond cabins, all equipped with bathrooms, dry-wet separation, custom furniture, and multi-functional storage space:
Premium Golden Diamond Three-Bedroom Cabin (Luxury Type)
3 cabins per carriage, capacity 6 people
🚂 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour Train: Slowly traverse Northern and Southern Xinjiang, taking in the Silk Road scenery along the way. Cabin total area about 12 square meters
Bed options: double bed (2×1.7 meters) or single bed (2×0.85 meters)
Equipped with a leisure double sofa and reception area
Xiyue Golden Diamond Four-Bedroom Cabin (Luxury Type)
4 cabins per carriage, capacity 8 people
Cabin total area about 10 square meters
Bed sizes same as above, some can be combined into a double bed
Boyue Golden Diamond Five-Bedroom Cabin (Comfort Type)
5 cabins per carriage, capacity 10 people
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel method is quietly becoming the top choice for deep travel enthusiasts—riding the luxurious ‘New Oriental Express’ tour train. It moves at a leisurely pace, traveling by night and sightseeing by day. During the day, it goes deep into scenic areas, and at night, you rest in a moving star-class cabin. There’s no need to move luggage or change trains repeatedly, making it especially suitable for tourists who want to avoid the fatigue of self-driving or frequent transfers, such as retirees, families with children, or those uncomfortable with long-distance buses. Cabin total area about 8 square meters
Both upper and lower berths are 2×0.78 meters
Bathroom area 1.26 square meters, shower area 0.9 square meters
All carriages have dedicated dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, creating a mobile living atmosphere.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
🌄 Train and Route Features: More than just transportation, it’s a travel and living experienceDay05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day07: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 Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
In 2026, the New Oriental Express has been upgraded with two new car body types: luxury and comfort. The overall paintwork blends the flowing feel of silk with Xinjiang’s natural colors, offering a simple yet culturally rich visual appeal. The train departs from Urumqi, covering the snowy mountains and lakes of Northern Xinjiang, the grassland secrets, as well as the ancient cities, poplar forests, and plateau scenery of Southern Xinjiang, forming a poetic route across the Tianshan Mountains.> Note:The October schedule follows the Southern Xinjiang poplar forest theme itinerary, subject to the signed contract.
💰 2026 Price and Schedule Reference
In 2026, the New Oriental Express launches two new car body types: luxury and comfort;
Among them, the luxury carriage with a capacity of 6 people has 1 carriage; the carriage with a capacity of 8 people has 5 carriages; the comfort carriage with a capacity of 10 people has 7 carriages. All cabins have private bathrooms, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, offering high-end services.
The overall paintwork is simple yet gorgeous, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural landscapes and cultural charm.
[New Oriental Express Premium Golden Diamond Three-Bedroom Cabin] Luxury carriage/capacity 6 people, total 1 carriage.
Each carriage has 3 standard twin-bed cabins (some twin beds can be combined into a double bed mode)
All cabins are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, bathrooms, dry-wet separation, each carriage can accommodate 6 VIP guests.
Multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture.
Compared to other tour trains, the New Oriental Express emphasizes a relaxed pace and meticulous service: daily scenic spot arrangements are well-balanced, avoiding rushed check-ins; the train is equipped with dual guide services, ensuring smooth transitions on land; meals balance nutrition and local flavors, suitable for all ages; some schedules also include onboard medical staff for peace of mind. More importantly, all cabins have private bathrooms, and luggage can be stored in the carriage throughout the journey, truly allowing you to ‘grab your bag and go’.Three-bedroom Premium Golden Diamond Reference Size:
Cabin total area:About 12 sqm; Bathroom area: 1.5 sqm; Shower area: 1.06 sqm; Bed sizes: Double bed: 2*1.7 meters / Single bed: 2*0.85 meters
[New Oriental Express Xiyue Golden Diamond Four-Bedroom Cabin] Luxury carriage/capacity 8 people, total 5 carriages.
The 8-person carriage has 4 standard twin-bed cabins per carriage (some can be combined into a double bed).
All cabins are equipped with leisure tables and chairs, bathrooms with dry-wet separation, each carriage can accommodate 8 VIP guests.
Multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture.
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: mainly responsible for booking tour trains like the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Four-bedroom Xiyue Golden Diamond Reference Size:
Cabin total area:About 10 sqm; Bathroom area: 1.5 sqm; Shower area: 1.06 sqm; Bed sizes: Double bed: 2*1.7 meters Single bed: 2*0.85 meters
[New Oriental Express Boyue Golden Diamond Five-Bedroom Cabin] Comfort carriage/capacity 10-20 people, total 7 carriages
🛏️ Detailed Cabin Configuration: Three types of golden diamond rooms, private and comfortable. The 10-person carriage has 5 cabins per carriage
Each cabin is equipped with a bathroom, dry-wet separation.
Each carriage can accommodate 10 VIP guests.
Cabin total area:About 8 sqm; Upper berth size: 2*0.78; Lower berth size: 2*0.78; Bathroom area: 1.26 sqm; Shower area: 0.9 sqm
May 6, May 14
Premium Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
The New Oriental Express offers three types of golden diamond cabins, all equipped with bathrooms, dry-wet separation, custom furniture, and multi-functional storage space: Premium Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Premium Golden Diamond Three-Bedroom Cabin (Luxury Type) Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Golden Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> Warm Tips:The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary due to schedule, room type, and policy changes. The specific details are subject to the signed travel contract.
📝 Booking Process
1. Contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service: Manager Yang Jia;
2. Inquire about specific schedule availability, room type configurations, and itinerary details;
3 cabins per carriage, capacity 6 people3. Confirm travel dates and cabin type, then pay the deposit as agreed;
4. Provide accurate identity information (name, valid ID number, etc.) for real-name ticket registration;
5. Sign a formal travel contract before departure, clarifying service content and responsibilities.
📞 Registration Method
You can register for the New Oriental Express special train itinerary through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For any questions, consult the travel service’s customer service for detailed information.
🧾 Cost Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
Full-trip special train cabin accommodation (fixed seat, no change of berth)
First admission tickets for listed land scenic spots
Cabin total area about 12 square meters. Full-trip breakfast, lunch, and dinner (including Xinjiang specialty meals)
Air-conditioned tourist bus transfers on land sections
Dual guide services and basic onboard support
Exclusions:
Transportation costs to and from Urumqi from various locations
Personal expenses, optional activities, and voluntary upgrade services
Additional expenses due to force majeure factors
> Remarks:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, with mutual agreement.
❤ ️ Why is the New Oriental Express Continuously Popular?
It solves several pain points of traditional Xinjiang travel: long bumpy rides, frequent hotel changes, and cumbersome luggage handling. The special train model allows the journey to return to ease—immersing in scenery during the day and sleeping soundly at night. Coupled with attention to detail and a pace suitable for all ages, it particularly wins over tourists who value comfort. As Xinjiang tourism continues to heat up in 2026, this ‘slow travel + deep experience’ method is becoming an increasingly popular choice.
For the latest schedule availability or detailed information, please contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service promptly.
