Oriental Express Booking Process Xinjiang Luxury Train Ticket Guide
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 railway-certified regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express:A moving five-star hotel
📍 Departure station:Urumqi
As the capital and transportation hub of Xinjiang, this is the starting point for multiple routes of the ‘New Oriental Express.’ On April 23, 2026, the upgraded train departed from Urumqi Station, beginning its Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop tour.
✨ Train features
Private and comfortable:All cabins have private bathrooms with wet-dry separation, providing private space for toileting and showering.
High-end public areas:Newly built dining car, kitchen car, and entertainment car offer high-quality dining and leisure experiences.
Artistic appearance:The train body is painted in a simple yet luxurious style, inspired by Xinjiang’s natural scenery and Silk Road culture.
🛌 Three types of gold diamond cabins
The 2026 new train body offers three cabin options to meet different needs:
1. Premium Gold Diamond (Luxury): Capacity 6 people, 3 twin-bed cabins per car (can be combined into a king bed), area approx. 12㎡.
2. Joy Gold Diamond (Luxury): Capacity 8 people, 4 twin-bed cabins per car (can be combined into a king bed), area approx. 10㎡.
3. Platinum Gold Diamond (Comfort): Capacity 10-20 people, 5 cabins per car with bunk bed design, area approx. 8㎡.
📅 2026 routes and schedules
In 2026, approximately 35 trains are planned, covering April to October. Routes are mainly divided into three categories:
Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop:About 13-15 days, visiting the highlights of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in one trip.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express: A moving five-star hotelNorthern Xinjiang in-depth tour:About 10 days, focusing on Kanas, Hemu, and other Northern Xinjiang scenery.
Southern Xinjiang in-depth tour:About 10 days, delving into the Pamir Plateau, experiencing ancient cities and canyon landscapes.
🛏 ️ Detailed explanation of three gold diamond cabins
1. Premium Gold Diamond (Luxury · 3 cabins)
📍 Configuration:Luxury car, capacity 6 people (1 car), total of 3 standard twin-bed cabins.
🛋 ️ Facilities:Each cabin is equipped with a leisure double sofa, table and chairs, bathroom (wet-dry separation), multifunctional storage space, and custom furniture.
📐 Size reference:
Total cabin area:Approx. 12㎡
Bathroom:Approx. 1.5㎡
Shower room:Approx. 1.06㎡
Beds:King bed 2×1.7m / Single bed 2×0.85m
2. Joy Gold Diamond (Luxury · 4 cabins)
📍 Configuration:Luxury car, capacity 8 people (5 cars), total of 4 standard twin-bed cabins.
🛋 ️ Facilities:Each cabin is equipped with leisure table and chairs, bathroom (wet-dry separation), multifunctional storage space, and leisure reception area.
📐 Size reference:
📍 Departure station: UrumqiTotal cabin area:Approx. 10㎡
Bathroom:Approx. 1.5㎡
Shower room:Approx. 1.06㎡
Beds:King bed 2×1.7m / Single bed 2×0.85m
3. Platinum Gold Diamond (Comfort · 5 cabins)
📍 Configuration:Comfort car, capacity 10-20 people (7 cars), 5 cabins per car with bunk bed design.
🛋 ️ Facilities:Each cabin is equipped with a bathroom (wet-dry separation).
📐 Size reference:
Total cabin area:Approx. 8㎡
Upper bunk:2×0.78m
Lower bunk:2×0.78m
Bathroom:Approx. 1.26㎡
Shower room:Approx. 0.9㎡
🗺 ️ Summer and Southern Xinjiang simple itinerary
Quick itinerary (Summer version)
As the capital and transportation hub of Xinjiang, this is the starting point for multiple routes of the ‘New Oriental Express.’ On April 23, 2026, the upgraded train departed from Urumqi Station, beginning its Northern and Southern Xinjiang loop tour.Day01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express 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 Train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang itinerary
✨ Train featuresDay01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05:Train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, evening train to Kuqa
Day08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa King’s Mansion – Restan Old Street – Qiuci Alley
Day09:To Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Manager Yang Jia, 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 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, and other tourist trains. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day11:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 2026 prices and tour dates
In 2026, the New Oriental Express will launch two new train bodies: luxury and comfort. Among them, there is 1 luxury car with a capacity of 6 people, 5 luxury cars with a capacity of 8 people, and 7 comfort cars with a capacity of 10 people. All cabins have private bathrooms, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, offering high-end services. The overall paint is simple yet luxurious, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural charm.
New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond Three-Cabin
Luxury car/capacity 6 people, total of 1 car. Each car has 3 standard twin-bed cabins (some twin beds can be combined into a king bed mode). All cabins are equipped with a leisure double sofa, leisure table and chairs, bathroom with wet-dry separation, each car can accommodate 6 guests. Multifunctional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture. Three-cabin Premium Gold Diamond reference size: Total cabin area: approx. 12㎡; Bathroom area: 1.5㎡; Shower room area: 1.06㎡; Bed size: King bed: 2*1.7m / Single bed: 2*0.85m.
Private and comfortable: All cabins have private bathrooms with wet-dry separation, providing private space for toileting and showering. New Oriental Express Joy Gold Diamond Four-Cabin
Luxury car/capacity 8 people, total of 5 cars. Each 8-person car has 4 standard twin-bed cabins (some can be combined into a king bed). All cabins are equipped with leisure table and chairs, bathroom with wet-dry separation, each car can accommodate 8 guests. Multifunctional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture. Four-cabin Joy Gold Diamond reference size: Total cabin area: approx. 10㎡; Bathroom area: 1.5㎡; Shower room area: 1.06㎡; Bed size: King bed: 2*1.7m, Single bed: 2*0.85m.
New Oriental Express Platinum Gold Diamond Five-Cabin
Comfort car/capacity 10-20 people, total of 7 cars. Each 10-person car has 5 cabins. Each cabin is equipped with a bathroom with wet-dry separation. Each car can accommodate 10 guests. Total cabin area: approx. 8㎡; Upper bunk size: 2*0.78; Lower bunk size: 2*0.78; Bathroom area: 1.26㎡; Shower room area: 0.9㎡.
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
High-end public areas: Newly built dining car, kitchen car, and entertainment car offer high-quality dining and leisure experiences. Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 69,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 63,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 71,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4 cabins) 65,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 44,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 39,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> Warm reminder:The above are reference prices for some 2026 tour dates. Actual prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation on the day, and may fluctuate with tour dates. Please refer to the signed contract between both parties.
Artistic appearance: The train body is painted in a simple yet luxurious style, inspired by Xinjiang’s natural scenery and Silk Road culture.📝 How to book the New Oriental Express
1. Consult customer service: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service, stating your travel intentions (e.g., Northern/Southern Xinjiang, preferred cabin, approximate dates).
2. Get a plan: Customer service will check tour dates and prices, and provide a detailed itinerary and draft contract.
3. Confirm and sign: After confirming all details with customer service, sign a formal travel contract and make payment.
4. Pre-trip preparation: Receive the departure notice before departure, and prepare documents, clothing, etc., as required.
> Booking manager:You can also directly contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel booking manager, Manager Yang Jia, for one-on-one consultation and booking for more convenient service.
📞 Registration and consultation methods
Unified registration:You can register for the tour through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel.
24-hour consultation:If you have any questions, feel free to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel customer service by phone or WeChat at any time.
Detailed address:For specific details such as meeting points, please consult customer service after registration.
📋 Fee and service description
✅ Included items
Transportation:New Oriental Express cabin seat and train section berth.
Accommodation:Standard rooms at hotels in cities listed in the itinerary (usually better local hotels).
Meals:Meals specified in the itinerary, mostly à la carte or buffet style on the train.
🛌 Three gold diamond cabinsTickets:First entrance tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary (excluding self-funded items within the scenic area).
Services:Full-tour guide service, on-board medical staff and basic medications, emergency call devices, and other guarantees.
❌ Excluded items
Major transportation:Air tickets and train tickets to and from Urumqi from various locations.
Personal expenses:Laundry, phone calls, beverages, etc., in hotels.
Self-funded items:Scenic spots and entertainment items not included in the itinerary, and personal travel accident insurance.
：For single registrants, we will try to arrange shared rooms, special cases need to be negotiated separately.
> Note:Specific included and excluded items are subject to actual consultation and contract.
💡 Why choose the New Oriental Express?
👨 👩👧👦 Friendly for all ages, relaxed pace
The train is especially suitable for retired seniors, family trips, and tourists not accustomed to long car rides. The itinerary has a slower pace, no need to frequently change accommodation and transportation, get off to play, get on to rest, low physical demands.
🛌 Private and comfortable, complete facilities
All cabins have private bathrooms with wet-dry separation, providing ‘hotel-level’ private space. The train is equipped with medical staff, on-board doctors, emergency call devices, and has a restaurant, bar, and entertainment car, ensuring a comfortable journey.
🚆 Direct train, hassle-free
In the vast area of Xinjiang, the train can ‘visit multiple attractions in one route,’ reducing the bumps and fatigue of long-distance car travel. No need to move luggage throughout the trip, the train is a ‘moving home,’ get off at scenic spots, especially friendly for tourists carrying a lot of luggage.
🏆 Market recognition, quality assurance
As one of the representatives of domestic high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express has been highly sought after since its launch, often with ‘tickets hard to come by.’ The 2026 upgraded train body and routes aim to provide tourists with a better in-depth Xinjiang travel experience.
