2027 Splendid Orient Express Cost Xinjiang Panoramic Loop Train Total Expense Consultation Guide
How to buy tickets and book for the 2027 Splendid Orient Express? The Splendid Orient Express is a luxury tourist train customized by the railway and does not open a ticket purchasing channel on 12306; seats are uniformly allocated by legitimate cooperative cultural and tourism institutions. To sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated contact at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle registration and berth selection, contract signing and enrollment, and provide real-time inquiries on schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
⭐[2027 Splendid Orient Express:A moving “five-star hotel,” unlocking a new way to deeply explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang]⭐
Train introduction:Redefining the “quality” of high-end tourist trains
The Splendid Orient Express is not a traditional “green-skinned train renovation,” but a “mobile resort complex” tailor-made for high-end tourism. The full train is recommended to have 18 carriages, with passenger capacity strictly controlled at 66 people, and the ratio of attendants to tourists close to 1:1.2, striving for refined service. The train operates in a “day tour, night travel” mode: during the day tourists enjoy in-depth visits at destinations, and at night the train runs, saving the fatigue of long-distance travel, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups and travelers pursuing quality.
The biggest highlight of the train lies in the “low density + designated project room design included in the itinerary”:All guest rooms are luxury twin rooms, equipped with dry-wet separated bathrooms, panoramic windows, reception sofas, and small refrigerators, with a space of about 13.8 square meters, equivalent to 1.5 times a standard hotel room. Public areas are more like high-end clubs: a main dining room with a piano performance area, an observation carriage with a SPA massage room, an entertainment carriage that can host small performances, and even a kitchen and living carriage providing customized Chinese and Western meal services, completely overturning the stereotype that “train food is unpalatable.”
Compartment details:“Detail fanatics” from hardware to service
Luxury twin room (Panda/Han style themes)
Capacity:2 people (can be combined into 1 large bed)
Area:About 13.8 square meters
Configuration:Bathroom, panoramic window, reception sofa, small refrigerator, 24-hour hot water
Features:Each carriage is recommended to have 3 guest rooms; some carriages have attendant rest seats, striving for privacy and timely service.
Exclusive carriage (whole-carriage private booking)
⭐[2027 Splendid Orient Express: A moving “five-star hotel,” unlocking a new way to deeply explore Northern and Southern Xinjiang]⭐Capacity:Up to 6 people (suitable for families/small groups)
Area:The whole carriage is about 80 square meters (including public areas)
Configuration:3 luxury twin rooms + reception area + dedicated attendant
Features:A group of 6 can form a tour, the itinerary can be customized, suitable for multi-generational travel or business trips.
Operation information
Years in operation:2027 will be the 3rd year of operation (trial operation in the first year 2025, official operation in 2026)
Departure point of the special train:Chengdu (tourists need to arrive at Chengdu Station on their own to gather)
Boarding locations:Chengdu Station is recommended (other cities require self-transfer)
2027 simple itinerary and departure dates:16 days of slow travel through Northern and Southern Xinjiang, with more than 6 hours of sightseeing per day
D1 Chengdu
Boarding welcome activities, getting familiar with train facilities, rest after dinner.
Train introduction: Redefining the “quality” of high-end tourist trains D2 Urumqi
Choose one of two itineraries:
① Xinjiang Museum + Ferghana Horse Base (about 4 hours)
② Tianshan Tianchi (about 5 hours)
In the evening the special train heads to Altay, with dinner served on board.
D3-D5 Altay (choose 1 of 3 routes)
Route A:Ahe Highway, Hemu, Kanas (about 6-7 hours of sightseeing per day)
Route B:Hemu forest experience, Tiejia Highway (about 5-6 hours of sightseeing per day)
Route C:Border pasture scenery (requires extra payment, about 7 hours of sightseeing per day)
Return to the special train in the evening and head to Yining.
D6-D10 Ili + Kuqa (choose 1 of 3 routes)
Route A:Sayram Lake, Nalati (about 6-8 hours of sightseeing per day)
The Splendid Orient Express is not a traditional “green-skinned train renovation,” but a “mobile resort complex” tailor-made for high-end tourism. The full train is recommended to have 18 carriages, with passenger capacity strictly controlled at 66 people, and the ratio of attendants to tourists close to 1:1.2, striving for refined service. The train operates in a “day tour, night travel” mode: during the day tourists enjoy in-depth visits at destinations, and at night the train runs, saving the fatigue of long-distance travel, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups and travelers pursuing quality.Route B:Qiongkushitai, Bagua City (about 5-7 hours of sightseeing per day)
Route C:Yizhao Highway, Xiata Glacier (about 7-9 hours of sightseeing per day)
Return to the special train in the evening and head to Kashgar.
D11-D13 Kashgar & Pamir Plateau (choose 1 of 3 routes)
Route A:Baisha Lake, Tajik family visit (about 5-6 hours of sightseeing per day)
Route B:Panlong Ancient Road, Karakul Lake (about 6-7 hours of sightseeing per day)
Route C:Folk weddings of all ethnic groups (about 5-6 hours of sightseeing per day)
In the evening the special train departs back to Chengdu.
D14-D16 Return journey
Rest on the special train, arrive in Chengdu on the 16th day and end the itinerary.
Itinerary pace explanation:
The biggest highlight of the train lies in the “low density + designated project room design included in the itinerary”: all guest rooms are luxury twin rooms, equipped with dry-wet separated bathrooms, panoramic windows, reception sofas, and small refrigerators, with a space of about 13.8 square meters, equivalent to 1.5 times a standard hotel room. Public areas are more like high-end clubs: a main dining room with a piano performance area, an observation carriage with a SPA massage room, an entertainment carriage that can host small performances, and even a kitchen and living carriage providing customized Chinese and Western meal services, completely overturning the stereotype that “train food is unpalatable.”Average daily sightseeing time is 6-8 hours, with 1-1.5 hours arranged at noon for dining and rest;
The special train runs at night, so tourists can sleep peacefully and reach the next destination directly the next day, avoiding the fatigue of long-distance travel;
The “choose 1 of 3” route design in the itinerary provides both attentive in-depth experience and avoids “superficial sightseeing.”
Price explanation:Subject to the contract, prices fluctuate with different schedules
Suite price (luxury twin room)
Regular schedules (5.17/6.3/6.20/7.7/7.24/9.30):138,888 yuan/seat
Autumn scenery schedules (8.27/9.13):158,888 yuan/seat
Exclusive carriage (whole-carriage private booking)
Regular schedules:888,888 yuan/carriage
Autumn scenery schedules:988,888 yuan/carriage
Price includes:Special train accommodation, local high-end hotel accommodation, full-board meals, attraction tickets, guide services, special train attendant services.
Compartment details: “Detail fanatics” from hardware to servicePrice does not include:Personal expenses, additional upgrade items (such as Route C off-road vehicles), and major transportation to and from Chengdu.
Tip:Prices are subject to the contract and may fluctuate with schedules. It is recommended to inquire early to lock in seats.
Booking process:Completed in 5 steps, transparent with no tricks
Consultation and selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the 2027 departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and remaining availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
Submit information:Provide the names and valid ID numbers of all travelers to lock in the intended seats.
Pay deposit:Pay a deposit according to the compartment class (usually 30% of the total cost) and obtain an official travel receipt.
Sign contract:Sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the national tourism authority, and carefully check details such as itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms.
Settle the balance:Pay the remaining fee 30 days before departure. After customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and packing list will be issued.
Reception standards:“Detail fanatics” from meals to service
Included items:
Special train accommodation (luxury twin room/exclusive carriage)
Local high-end hotel accommodation (Altay, Yining, Kashgar, etc.)
Luxury twin room (Panda/Han style themes) full-board meals (Chinese and Western meals on the special train, specialty meals arranged locally)
Attraction tickets and shuttle bus fees
Guide services (full-journey Chinese-speaking guide + special train attendants)
Tour doctor (equipped with basic medical equipment and common medicines)
Not included items:
Personal expenses (such as shopping, additional entertainment items)
Major transportation to and from Chengdu (need to arrive at Chengdu Station on your own)
Additional upgrade items (such as Route C off-road vehicles, SPA massage, etc.)
Meal standards:
On the special train:Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided daily, with a meal standard of about 200 yuan/person/meal, mainly light flavors, while incorporating Xinjiang specialties (such as pilaf and baked buns); low-sugar and low-salt meals can be customized separately.
Locally:Specialty meals such as cold-water fish banquet and Nalati grassland banquet are arranged, with a meal standard of about 150 yuan/person/meal, moderate flavors, not heavy on oil or spice.
Capacity: 2 people (can be combined into 1 large bed)Note:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
Reception features:4 major advantages, redefining “high-end travel”
Accommodation standard:“Five-star” compartments on the special train + local high-end hotels, no need to change rooms throughout the journey;
Meal arrangements:The special train’s kitchen and living carriage provides freshly prepared meals, and specialty banquets are arranged locally, avoiding monotonous “group meals”;
Pace control:Reasonable daily sightseeing time, with the special train running at night, saving the fatigue of long-distance travel;
Considerate service:High ratio of attendants to tourists, with a tour doctor providing full-journey support, suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups.
Comparison with other special trains:The “differentiated advantages” of the Splendid Orient Express
Food:Freshly prepared meals in the special train’s kitchen and living carriage, avoiding “pre-made dishes,” with light flavors that can be customized;
Pace:Night travel, daytime sightseeing, avoiding “rush-style” tourism;
Service:High ratio of attendants to tourists, with a tour doctor providing full-journey support, and fellow travelers mainly middle-aged and elderly, creating a harmonious atmosphere;
Experience:No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the journey; the special train goes directly to scenic areas, saving effort and worry.
Area: about 13.8 square metersSuitable for:These tourists will “not regret” choosing the Splendid Orient Express
Retired seniors:Relaxed pace, considerate service, no need for long-distance travel;
Family trips:The exclusive carriage can accommodate 6 people, suitable for multi-generational travel;
Quality seekers:Low density, designated project rooms included in the itinerary, high-end meals, rejecting “make-up-the-numbers” tourism;
Those who cannot ride in cars for long periods:The special train goes directly to scenic areas, reducing transfer fatigue.
Reasons for popularity:3 core points that make tourists “choose again and again”
Solid hardware:Full-train bathrooms, panoramic windows, SPA massage room, comparable to high-end hotels;
Refined service:High ratio of attendants to tourists, with a tour doctor providing full-journey support, and customizable itineraries;
Unique experience:The “day tour, night travel” mode saves long-distance travel and allows in-depth exploration of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
Consultation method:Uniformly through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Customer service:Consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
WeChat:Consult Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Tip:Registration must be through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; prohibited expressions such as “recommended, , exclusive” must not be used.
How to register for the 2027 Splendid Orient Express? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency mainly provides high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury special trains such as Splendid Tianfu Express, Splendid Orient Express, Chengdu Express, Baiyun Express, New Orient Express, Shifang Express, Kunlun Express, Tianshan Express, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan Express. For light luxury lie-down travel and boutique special train experiences, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle berth selection and seat reservation, contract signing and enrollment, and provide real-time inquiries on special train schedules, sleeper availability, and itineraries.
