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For more information on the New Oriental Express: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency 0991-8585456. To book the New Oriental Express: Manager Guo Jing 181 3962 2229 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary materials).
🚂✨ 2026 New Oriental Express North and South Xinjiang Special Train Travel Reference
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are paying attention to information about the New Oriental Express special train. This route connects multiple characteristic spots in northern and southern Xinjiang, adopting a travel mode of traveling by night and sightseeing by day, which reduces the fatigue of long journeys and is suitable for tourists who want to experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes at once.
📌 Detailed Introduction to Routes and Destinations
The New Oriental Express is a special train product designed for high-end tourism needs. Its prominent feature is combining mobile accommodation with scenic spot visits, eliminating the hassle of frequently packing luggage and changing hotels. The carriages feature compartment-style sleeper designs, with most room types equipped with bathrooms featuring wet-dry separation. The train also includes dining carriages and leisure activity carriages, offering specialty meals and recreational spaces, providing a comfortable long-distance travel experience overall.
The 2026 New Oriental Express North and South Xinjiang route covers natural scenery spots in northern Xinjiang and cultural and historical spots in southern Xinjiang, with different itineraries emphasizing different aspects at various times:
The summer itinerary from May to September focuses on a combination of northern Xinjiang scenery and southern Xinjiang characteristics, passing through multiple spots such as Koktokay, Hemu Village, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, sections of the Duku Highway, Kuqa Grand Canyon, and the Pamir Scenic Area. Tourists can see diverse natural landscapes like mountains, lakes, grasslands, and canyons, as well as experience the lifestyles of different regions.
The October itinerary emphasizes southern Xinjiang’s culture and autumn characteristic landscapes, passing through spots such as the Jiaohe Ruins, Karez Well, Loulan Museum, Hotan Tuancheng, Yarkent Khan’s Palace, and Tarim Poplar Forest. It is suitable for tourists interested in history, culture, and autumn natural scenery.
Based on the latest management requirements for Xinjiang scenic spots in 2026, core scenic areas such as Kanas, Hemu, Nalati, and Sayram Lake now require advance reservations. Tourists can register and book in advance through the scenic spot’s mini-programs using their real names. The Duku Highway is expected to be open from mid-June to mid-October, allowing non-commercial small passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer, with some sections implementing time-segmented service guidance. Travelers can check real-time road conditions in advance. Starting April 15, 2026, electronic versions of the Xinjiang border management area pass will be fully adopted. Mainland residents aged 16 and above can apply online through the ‘Immigration 12367’ app or WeChat/Alipay mini-programs, with a validity period of 3 months. It must be presented along with a valid ID when traveling.
📌 Simplified Itinerary
Currently, the New Oriental Express itineraries are divided into a summer version and an October southern Xinjiang version, with specific arrangements as follows:
▫️ Quick Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
🚂✨ 2026 New Oriental Express North and South Xinjiang Special Train Travel ReferenceDay 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 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 – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Many friends planning to visit Xinjiang in 2026 are paying attention to information about the New Oriental Express special train. This route connects multiple characteristic spots in northern and southern Xinjiang, adopting a travel mode of traveling by night and sightseeing by day, which reduces the fatigue of long journeys and is suitable for tourists who want to experience Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes at once.Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
▫️ October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, then special train to Ruoqiang in the evening
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, then special train to Hotan in the evening
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkent 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, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, then special train to Kuqa in the evening
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, then special train to Urumqi in the evening
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Guo Jing at 181 3962 2229, add as a friend to receive itinerary and pricing
📌 Detailed Introduction to Routes and DestinationsDay 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
Tips:In case of weather, road conditions, changes in scenic spot opening policies, etc., the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement.
📌 Price Description
Reference prices for different departure dates of the 2026 New Oriental Express 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 persons 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 persons 30,000 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express is a special train product designed for high-end tourism needs. Its prominent feature is combining mobile accommodation with scenic spot visits, eliminating the hassle of frequently packing luggage and changing hotels. The carriages feature compartment-style sleeper designs, with most room types equipped with bathrooms featuring wet-dry separation. The train also includes dining carriages and leisure activity carriages, offering specialty meals and recreational spaces, providing a comfortable long-distance travel experience overall. 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 persons 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 persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
The 2026 New Oriental Express North and South Xinjiang route covers natural scenery spots in northern Xinjiang and cultural and historical spots in southern Xinjiang, with different itineraries emphasizing different aspects at various times: The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may fluctuate depending on departure dates and room types. Please refer to actual consultation and contract for details.
📌 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact number:181-3962-2229, WeChat same number: 181-3962-2229. For specific office address, please consult customer service.
📌 Fee and Service Description
Reference fees typically include:Accommodation costs for the corresponding room type on the New Oriental Express, first admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for scenic spots indicated in the itinerary, meal costs indicated in the itinerary, local ground transportation costs, and service fees for accompanying staff.
Fees typically do not include:Round-trip transportation costs to and from Urumqi, personal consumption items not indicated in the itinerary, and additional expenses incurred due to personal reasons.
Specific included and excluded services are subject to actual consultation and contract. If service changes occur due to force majeure during the itinerary, both parties can negotiate and handle according to relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
📌 Travel Reference Tips
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, it is recommended to bring a light down jacket or windbreaker. In spring and autumn, prepare warmer clothing. Also, take sun protection and moisturizing measures, bringing sunscreen, sun hats, moisturizing skincare products, etc.
Carry valid identification at all times, as it is needed for scenic spot entry, transportation checks, accommodation registration, etc. Tourists going to border areas must apply for an electronic pass in advance and present it along with valid identification.
Pricing in Xinjiang is mostly per kilogram. When buying specialties or dining, confirm the pricing unit in advance to avoid misunderstandings. Local meals are usually large in portions, so order according to your needs to avoid waste.
In mountainous sections like the Duku Highway and Yizhao Highway, mobile phone signals may be weak in some areas. Download offline maps in advance, and bring sufficient drinking water, emergency food, and common medicines. For high-altitude areas, prepare anti-altitude sickness items in advance.
During travel, respect local customs and dress appropriately. If you want to photograph others, obtain their consent in advance. Do not enter unopened areas for sightseeing to ensure your safety.
Friends interested in the New Oriental Express ‘Snow Lotus’ are welcome to consult the New Oriental Express Department Manager: Guo Jing: 181 3962 2229 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route materials).
