2026NewOrientExpressSpecialTrainNorthSouthXinjiang14DayTourPriceInquiryOfficialWebsite

How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express? The New Oriental Express tourist train must be booked through the professional railway 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 12306 or other channels. 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 Silk Road Journey
In the vast land of Xinjiang, from the forests and lakes of Northern Xinjiang to the ancient cities on the plateau of Southern Xinjiang, the scenery varies but is equally stunning. To reduce long-distance travel and enhance comfort, the 2026 ‘New Oriental Express’ tourist train continues to operate on a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning, sleep on the train, explore off the train’ model, allowing tourists to focus on sightseeing during the day and sleep soundly in moving sleeper cars at night, truly achieving a ‘slow pace, deep experience’ travel style.
🌄 Detailed Route and Destination Introduction
The New Oriental Express train runs through the Tianshan Mountains, connecting the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. The Northern Xinjiang section covers the Altay region’s Keketuohai, Hemu Village, Kanas Lake, and Colorful Beach, featuring primeval forests, misty villages, and the Irtysh River valley landscape. Sayram Lake is like a sapphire embedded in the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, and the lavender and grassland scenery of the Ili River Valley are also captivating.
The Southern Xinjiang itinerary delves into the Pamir Plateau, with the tranquil白沙湖 (Baisha Lake) like a mirror, Karakul Lake overlooking the snow-capped Muztagh Ata Peak, and Taxkorgan County preserving unique highland life imprints. Turpan’s Jiaohe Ancient City and Karez system showcase ancient oasis civilization wisdom, while the Kuqa Grand Canyon tells geological changes through its red rock walls. The Duku Highway, a seasonal scenic road (usually open from June to September), connects Bayanbulak Grassland with the southern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, serving as a visual highlight of the itinerary.
The train features air-conditioned sleeper cars with facilities such as bathrooms, power outlets, and reading lights, along with basic service from attendants. During ground tours, professional guides provide explanations, and compliant tourist vehicles ensure smooth transportation.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Presented strictly according to the local finalized text)
Quick Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to Urumqi for assembly
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village

🚂 2026 New Oriental Express 14-Day Northern and Southern Xinjiang Tour: A Flowing Silk Road JourneyDay 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 County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group

In the vast land of Xinjiang, from the forests and lakes of Northern Xinjiang to the ancient cities on the plateau of Southern Xinjiang, the scenery varies but is equally stunning. To reduce long-distance travel and enhance comfort, the 2026 ‘New Oriental Express’ tourist train continues to operate on a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning, sleep on the train, explore off the train’ model, allowing tourists to focus on sightseeing during the day and sleep soundly in moving sleeper cars at night, truly achieving a ‘slow pace, deep experience’ travel style.October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to Urumqi for assembly
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Terrace Homes, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Xinjiang Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181 3962 2229, over 10 years of experience, add as friend to send itinerary and quotes
🌄 Detailed Route and Destination IntroductionDay 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
> Note:Actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on local finalized text)
2026 New Oriental Express prices for different departures and cabin types are as follows:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 62,999 RMB/person

The New Oriental Express train runs through the Tianshan Mountains, connecting the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang. The Northern Xinjiang section covers the Altay region’s Keketuohai, Hemu Village, Kanas Lake, and Colorful Beach, featuring primeval forests, misty villages, and the Irtysh River valley landscape. Sayram Lake is like a sapphire embedded in the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, and the lavender and grassland scenery of the Ili River Valley are also captivating. Boyue Gold Diamond 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 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 person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person

The Southern Xinjiang itinerary delves into the Pamir Plateau, with the tranquil Baisha Lake like a mirror, Karakul Lake overlooking the snow-capped Muztagh Ata Peak, and Taxkorgan County preserving unique highland life imprints. Turpan’s Jiaohe Ancient City and Karez system showcase ancient oasis civilization wisdom, while the Kuqa Grand Canyon tells geological changes through its red rock walls. The Duku Highway, a seasonal scenic road (usually open from June to September), connects Bayanbulak Grassland with the southern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains, serving as a visual highlight of the itinerary. Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
The above prices are reference ranges. Specific costs, availability, and cabin configurations are subject to the signed travel contract and may vary by departure.
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Guo Jing
Phone / WeChat:181-3962-2229 (Copy and add as friend to get detailed itinerary materials for free)
Address information, please consult customer service directly.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Description
Costs typically include: train sleeper accommodation, ground hotel accommodation (standards based on itinerary), first admission tickets to scenic spots, scenic area transportation, guide service, some meals, and travel insurance. Not included: personal expenses, (if needing exclusive use of a compartment), voluntary self-funded items, and major transportation from departure point to Urumqi.
Specific service content, meal arrangements, hotel standards, and cancellation policies are subject to the terms of the actual signed travel contract and comply with relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’. Scenic area opening status, transportation connections, and climate conditions in the itinerary may affect actual arrangements. The travel agency will negotiate optimization plans with tourists in case of force majeure or temporary changes.
This 14-day journey is not just a geographical crossing but a gentle measurement of time and scenery. Sitting on the slowly moving train, with snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and gobi deserts passing by outside the window, and feeling at home inside—this is perhaps the ‘on the road, yet in life’ experience that modern travelers yearn for.
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