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No need to drive yourself or rush around from place to place—sit back on the Xinjiang tourism special train and slowly take in the scenery north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose freely from multiple classes, from economy to luxury. We specialize in Xinjiang tourism train special tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🌄 【Discovering the New Oriental Express:A mobile viewing platform crossing Northern Xinjiang】🌄
On the vast land of Xinjiang, there is a luxury train known as a “mobile five-star hotel”—the New Oriental Express. It links the essential attractions north and south of the Tianshan Mountains in a unique way of travel, allowing tourists to fully enjoy the magnificence of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and canyons from comfortable carriages. In 2027, this train, with newly upgraded facilities and services, has become a popular choice for in-depth experiences of Xinjiang. This article will explain in detail the route highlights, itinerary arrangements, and booking methods to help you start an unforgettable journey through Northern Xinjiang.
🚂 【Route highlights:How does the mobile viewing platform explore Xinjiang?】
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train, but a luxury special train designed specifically for high-end travel. Its core advantages are reflected in three aspects:
❶ Superior and comfortable carriage configuration
The train adopts an all-soft-sleeper design, with 6-8 compartments recommended per carriage, equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and a humidification system. The “Xiyue Golden Diamond” and “Noble Golden Diamond” carriages upgraded in 2027 further add a mini bar, desk, and 24-hour butler service, meeting both business and leisure needs.
❷ Carefully designed itinerary route
The train starts from Urumqi and travels along the Northern Xinjiang loop, covering high-quality landscapes such as Koktokay, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, and goes deep into the Pamir Plateau to visit villages of various ethnic groups. The itinerary includes multiple short off-road vehicle transfers, striving to allow tourists to get close to natural and cultural attractions.
❸ Immersive cultural experience
🌄【Discovering the New Oriental Express: A mobile viewing platform crossing Northern Xinjiang】🌄In addition to natural scenery, the route specially incorporates intangible cultural heritage experiences of various ethnic groups, such as Tuvan music performances in Hemu Village, pottery-making workshops in the Kashgar old city, and eagle dance performances by various ethnic groups in Taxkorgan County, allowing travel to go beyond the level of “checking in” and become a bridge for cultural exchange.
📅 【Simple itinerary:A 14-day visual feast crossing four seasons】
According to the recently finalized summer itinerary, the New Oriental Express will take you to explore Xinjiang like this:
🔹 Day01:Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather
🔹 Day02:Urumqi→New Oriental Express→Koktokay→Altay
🔹 Day03:Altay→Ahe Highway→Hemu Village
🔹 Day04:Hemu→Kanas
🔹 Day05:Kanas→Chonghur→Five-Colored Beach→New Oriental Express special train
🔹 Day06:Jinghe→Sayram Lake→Yining
On the vast land of Xinjiang, there is a luxury train known as a “mobile five-star hotel”—the New Oriental Express. It links the essential attractions north and south of the Tianshan Mountains in a unique way of travel, allowing tourists to fully enjoy the magnificence of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and canyons from comfortable carriages. In 2027, this train, with newly upgraded facilities and services, has become a popular choice for in-depth experiences of Xinjiang. This article will explain in detail the route highlights, itinerary arrangements, and booking methods to help you start an unforgettable journey through Northern Xinjiang.🔹 Day07:Yining→Nalati Grassland
🔹 Day08:Nalati Grassland→Middle section of Duku Highway→Bayinbuluke
🔹 Day09:Bayinbuluke→Southern section of Duku Highway→Kuqa Grand Canyon→New Oriental Express special train
🔹 Day10:Kashgar→White Sand Lake→Pamir Scenic Area→Taxkorgan County
🔹 Day11:Taxkorgan County→Tajik family visit→Karakul Lake→Kashgar
🔹 Day12:Kashgar→Turpan→New Oriental Express special train
🔹 Day13:Turpan→Urumqi
🔹 Day14:Urumqi→See off the group
⚠ ️ Special reminder:The itinerary may change due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies. After mutual agreement between both parties, the order of some attractions may be reasonably optimized.
💰 【Price explanation:2027 reference quotes and departure dates】
🚂【Route highlights: How does the mobile viewing platform explore Xinjiang?】According to the latest plan provided by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the 2027 summer departure dates and prices for the New Oriental Express are as follows:
🎫 Quote plans
Xiyue Golden Diamond:From 58,999 yuan/person (4 compartments per carriage, capacity 8 people)
Noble Golden Diamond:From 65,999 yuan/person (3 compartments per carriage, capacity 6 people)
📅 Departure dates (Urumqi start and end)
April 16
Travel by tourism special train through beautiful Xinjiang, choose freely from multiple specifications from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
May 7, May 20
June 2, June 16, June 30
July 14, July 28
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary train, but a luxury special train designed specifically for high-end travel. Its core advantages are reflected in three aspects: August 11, August 30
September 13, September 27
⚠ ️ Important notes:
The price includes train accommodation, land transfers, first admission tickets to scenic areas, and full-board meals throughout the journey;
Does not include personal consumption or round-trip major transportation;
Prices may fluctuate with market supply and demand, and the final price is subject to contract confirmation;
Availability needs to be confirmed with Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing.
📞 【Registration method:How to book this luxury train?】
The New Oriental Express recommends booking through travel agencies. In 2027, tourists can register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. To strive for service quality, the travel agency does not accept bookings through third-party platforms. It is recommended to contact the customer service manager directly for the latest departure dates and availability information.
💡 【Cost explanation and service standards】
❶ Superior and comfortable carriage configurationThe price includes:
Train accommodation (Xiyue Golden Diamond/Noble Golden Diamond compartment)
Land transfers (off-road vehicle/business vehicle)
First admission tickets to scenic areas and shuttle buses
Full-board meals (including specialty meals)
Guide and butler service
Travel accident insurance
The price does not include:
Round-trip major transportation to and from Urumqi
The train adopts an all-soft-sleeper design, with 6-8 compartments recommended per carriage, equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and a humidification system. The “Xiyue Golden Diamond” and “Noble Golden Diamond” carriages upgraded in 2027 further add a mini bar, desk, and 24-hour butler service, meeting both business and leisure needs. Personal consumption and self-funded items
(For single-person registration, we will strive to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require negotiation)
⚠ ️ Special reminder:The specific service content and standards are subject to actual consultation and signing. The travel agency reserves the right to make changes according to actual conditions.
🌈 【Travel tips:Make your journey better】
Best season:June to September is the best viewing period for the grasslands and lakes of Northern Xinjiang. From late September to early October, you can enjoy the autumn colors of layered forests;
Clothing guide:Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, so warm jackets are needed even in summer; when going to the Pamir Plateau, windproof and cold-proof clothing should be prepared;
Photography suggestions:The scenery along the train route is varied. It is recommended to bring a wide-angle lens to capture grasslands and lakes, and a telephoto lens for photographing snow-capped mountains and wild animals;
Cultural respect:When visiting villages of various ethnic groups, it is necessary to learn about local customs in advance and avoid touching taboos.
📞 【Contact us:Start your journey through Northern Xinjiang】
If you need to know the latest 2027 departure dates, price details, or booking process for the New Oriental Express, you are welcome to consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. We will provide you with one-on-one professional service to help you plan a comfortable and surprise-filled journey through Xinjiang.
(The information in this article is current as of March 2027 and is subject to the latest announcement of the travel agency)
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing. Phone: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
