2026NewOrientExpressLuxuryTourTrainNorthSouthXinjiang15DayTourLatestPrice
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourist train? The New Oriental Express tickets must be purchased through the professional and regular railway travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour ☎TEL: 0991-8585456) WeChat Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through other channels like 12306. Note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Tourist Train Southern and Northern Xinjiang 15-Day Tour: Latest Prices and Full Itinerary
Xinjiang is one of China’s most expansive provinces, rich in landforms and diverse landscapes—in the north, there are the forests and lakes of the Altai Mountains and the grasslands and flower seas of the Ili River Valley; in the south, there are the oasis ancient cities of the Tarim Basin and the snowy秘境 of the Pamir Plateau. If you want to deeply explore the Tianshan Mountains from north to south in one trip while avoiding the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling, the ‘New Oriental Express’ tourist train offers a relaxed and comfortable solution.
This high-end tourist train, known as a ‘moving star-rated hotel,’ adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model:During the day, you focus on visiting core scenic spots, and at night, you sleep peacefully in carriages equipped with private compartments, constant-temperature air conditioning, and dedicated services. Your luggage stays on the train throughout the journey, eliminating the tedious process of repeatedly checking in and out of hotels, making it especially suitable for families, photography enthusiasts, and elderly tourists who value travel quality.
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The 2026 New Oriental Express Southern and Northern Xinjiang 15-Day Tour route spans the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, covering both natural scenery and cultural highlights. The summer route (May to September) focuses on the ecological beauty of Northern Xinjiang, passing through the canyon wonders of Keketuohai, the misty wooden houses of Hemu Village, the clear reflections of Kanas Lake, and the azure clarity of Sayram Lake. It then crosses the Tianshan Mountains along the Duku Highway, reaches Bayanbulak Grassland, and heads south to Kashgar and Tashkurgan to explore the白沙湖 and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau.
The October schedule shifts to the autumn scenery theme of Southern Xinjiang, focusing on Loulan culture, Hetian jade, Shache historical relics, and the golden splendor of Luntai poplar forests. The itinerary includes scenic road experiences like the Ahe Highway and Duku Highway, making the journey itself part of the scenery.
The train carriages have been professionally renovated, featuring wooden interiors, soft-panel partitions, some room types with private bathrooms, and dining cars, leisure areas, and onboard medical services. Meals are freshly prepared by a professional chef team, balancing nutrition and local flavors to ensure every meal during the journey is safe and delicious.
It should be noted that Xinjiang is vast, with long distances between scenic spots, and affected by objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies. The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement, and specific arrangements are subject to the confirmed itinerary and travel contract before departure.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Presented According to the Local Finalized Original Text)
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Tourist Train Southern and Northern Xinjiang 15-Day Tour: Latest Prices and Full ItineraryDay 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar -白沙湖 – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
Xinjiang is one of China’s most expansive provinces, rich in landforms and diverse landscapes—in the north, there are the forests and lakes of the Altai Mountains and the grasslands and flower seas of the Ili River Valley; in the south, there are the oasis ancient cities of the Tarim Basin and the snowy秘境 of the Pamir Plateau. If you want to deeply explore the Tianshan Mountains from north to south in one trip while avoiding the hassle of frequent transfers and luggage handling, the ‘New Oriental Express’ tourist train offers a relaxed and comfortable solution.October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hetian
Day 04:Arrive in Hetian in the morning – Hetian Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:白沙湖, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Special Train Ticket Center Manager Guo Jing 181 3962 2229, with over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itinerary and prices
This high-end tourist train, known as a ‘moving star-rated hotel,’ adopts a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model: During the day, you focus on visiting core scenic spots, and at night, you sleep peacefully in carriages equipped with private compartments, constant-temperature air conditioning, and dedicated services. Your luggage stays on the train throughout the journey, eliminating the tedious process of repeatedly checking in and out of hotels, making it especially suitable for families, photography enthusiasts, and elderly tourists who value travel quality.💰 Price Explanation (Based on 2026 Local Finalized Data)
The 2026 New Oriental Express Southern and Northern Xinjiang 15-Day Tour has different prices depending on the departure date and carriage class. The currently announced tour dates and corresponding prices are as follows:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
🌄 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
The 2026 New Oriental Express Southern and Northern Xinjiang 15-Day Tour route spans the Tianshan Mountains from north to south, covering both natural scenery and cultural highlights. The summer route (May to September) focuses on the ecological beauty of Northern Xinjiang, passing through the canyon wonders of Keketuohai, the misty wooden houses of Hemu Village, the clear reflections of Kanas Lake, and the azure clarity of Sayram Lake. It then crosses the Tianshan Mountains along the Duku Highway, reaches Bayanbulak Grassland, and heads south to Kashgar and Tashkurgan to explore the白沙湖 and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau. Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> Note:The above are reference prices announced for 2026. Actual costs may vary due to factors such as tour dates, room types, and berths. The final price is subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency.
📞 Registration Method
This route can be inquired about and registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Guo Jing
Phone/WeChat:181-3962-2229 (Copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary materials)
For more details, please contact customer service directly. Specific boarding locations, assembly times, and availability are subject to actual communication.
ℹ️ Cost Explanation and Service Content
Costs typically include full-trip special train carriage accommodation, first admission tickets and scenic area shuttle buses, ground transfer transportation, three daily meals (including specialty dishes), dedicated tour guide and crew services, and onboard medical support. Some experience activities (such as jade hunting in the Yurungkash River and ethnic home visits) are also included in the itinerary.
But it should be clear:Specific service content, included items, and itinerary details are all subject to the travel contract signed by both parties. Minor itinerary adjustments due to force majeure factors such as weather, traffic, and temporary scenic area service guidance are within a reasonable range, and the travel agency will strive to coordinate alternative solutions to protect tourists’ rights.
Traveling slowly through Xinjiang by train is not just a way to travel but a lifestyle attitude. The New Oriental Express, with its ‘train follows people, travel by day, sleep by night’ rhythm, unfolds the grandeur and warmth of the Tianshan Mountains from north to south over 15 days. If you plan to embark on this journey in 2026, it is recommended to contact early to confirm tour dates and room type availability.
2026 New Oriental Express Tourist Train Ticket Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour ☎TEL: 0991-8585456) WeChat Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase
