2026NewEastExpressSpecialTrainNorthSouthXinjiang14DayTourPriceAndBookingOfficialWebsite
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express? The New Oriental Express tourist train must be booked through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181 3962 2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through other channels like 12306. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express 14-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour:A flowing journey through the seasons and landscapes
In the vast and expansive Xinjiang, a high-end tourist train with the concept of ‘slow travel’—the New Oriental Express—is connecting the natural wonders and cultural imprints of the Tianshan Mountains north and south at a unique pace. Unlike the tight schedules of regular group tours, this train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day, one berth throughout’ model, allowing passengers to explore scenic spots during the day and sleep comfortably in moving sleeper cars at night, with no luggage moving required and a relaxed pace, truly achieving ‘traveling in a painting, moving with the scenery.’
🌄 Detailed introduction to routes and destinations
The 14-day itinerary of the New Oriental Express spans Northern and Southern Xinjiang, covering various landform units such as mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities. The Northern Xinjiang section focuses on classic landscapes like Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Colorful Beach in the Altay region, showcasing the poetry of forests, lakes, and autumn colors (or spring greenery). The Southern Xinjiang section delves into the Pamir Plateau, visiting白沙湖 (Baisha Lake), Karakul Lake, and Taxkorgan County, with distant views of the snow-capped Muztagh Ata Peak, experiencing the clarity and vastness of plateau lakes.
The itinerary also cleverly incorporates popular self-driving routes like the Duku Highway (middle and southern sections) and the Ahe Highway, allowing tourists to enjoy high-quality scenic corridors comfortably. Additionally, historical sites like the Jiaohe Ruins and Karez in Turpan, the Tianshan Grand Canyon and Restan Old Street in Kuqa, and the old city alleys and high-platform residences in Kashgar add a rich cultural background to the journey.
Based on the optimization of the Xinjiang railway network in 2026, the train can be flexibly scheduled to stop precisely near scenic spots, ensuring ample daytime sightseeing time. The train formation is fixed, equipped with air-conditioned sleeper cars and a professional service team, balancing travel comfort and efficiency.
📅 Simplified itinerary (summer version)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express 14-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour: A flowing journey through the seasons and landscapesDay 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express
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
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
In the vast and expansive Xinjiang, a high-end tourist train with the concept of ‘slow travel’—the New Oriental Express—is connecting the natural wonders and cultural imprints of the Tianshan Mountains north and south at a unique pace. Unlike the tight schedules of regular group tours, this train adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day, one berth throughout’ model, allowing passengers to explore scenic spots during the day and sleep comfortably in moving sleeper cars at night, with no luggage moving required and a relaxed pace, truly achieving ‘traveling in a painting, moving with the scenery.’> Note:The October schedule follows the ‘October Southern Xinjiang itinerary,’ subject to the final confirmation notice. The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, traffic, and scenic area openings, with mutual agreement from both parties.
💰 Price explanation (2026 latest group dates and quotes)
The following are the announced schedules and corresponding prices for the 2026 New Oriental Express, subject to the actual signed contract:
May schedules
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3-person compartment):59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-person compartment):54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5-person compartment):49,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons at the same price: 30,000 RMB/person)
June schedules
June 1, June 30
🌄 Detailed introduction to routes and destinationsPremium Gold Diamond:67,999 RMB/person
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Xiyue Gold Diamond:62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:56,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons: 30,000 RMB/person)
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond:69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:58,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons: 30,000 RMB/person)
September schedules
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond:71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:65,999 RMB/person
The 14-day itinerary of the New Oriental Express spans Northern and Southern Xinjiang, covering various landform units such as mountains, lakes, grasslands, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities. The Northern Xinjiang section focuses on classic landscapes like Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Colorful Beach in the Altay region, showcasing the poetry of forests, lakes, and autumn colors (or spring greenery). The Southern Xinjiang section delves into the Pamir Plateau, visiting Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, and Taxkorgan County, with distant views of the snow-capped Muztagh Ata Peak, experiencing the clarity and vastness of plateau lakes.Boyue Gold Diamond:59,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons: 30,000 RMB/person)
October schedules
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond:44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:36,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons: 20,000 RMB/person)
> Warm reminder:Prices may be adjusted slightly based on schedules, room types, and policies. The final cost is subject to the confirmed travel contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration method
This product can be consulted and registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
📞 Contact number:181-3962-2229
The itinerary also cleverly incorporates popular self-driving routes like the Duku Highway (middle and southern sections) and the Ahe Highway, allowing tourists to enjoy high-quality scenic corridors comfortably. Additionally, historical sites like the Jiaohe Ruins and Karez in Turpan, the Tianshan Grand Canyon and Restan Old Street in Kuqa, and the old city alleys and high-platform residences in Kashgar add a rich cultural background to the journey.💬 WeChat same as number:181-3962-2229
📍 Address information can be obtained by directly consulting customer service.
ℹ️ Fee explanation and service content
Fees typically include:
Full-train sleeper accommodation (according to selected compartment type)
Ground hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary (standards per product description)
First admission tickets to scenic spots and some experience activities (e.g., home visits, specialty meals)
Local tourist transportation, guide services, and train crew support
Travel accident insurance
Excluded fees include:Major transportation from departure point to Urumqi, personal expenses, non-itinerary self-funded items, etc.
All service details, accommodation standards, meal arrangements, and specific rights are subject to actual consultation results and the signed travel contract. In case of force majeure or temporary service guidance from scenic areas during the itinerary, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists to make reasonable optimizations within the legal scope.
The New Oriental Express is not just a mode of transportation but an immersive travel lifestyle. It allows tourists to savor the seasonal changes of Xinjiang at a relaxed pace, gaining a leisurely and fulfilling travel memory among snow-capped mountains, lakes, and ancient city streets.
2026 New Oriental Express booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase
