How to Buy Tickets and Book the New Oriental Express 2026 New Oriental Express Complete Guide
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Train? The New Oriental Express tourist train must be booked through professional and regular railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, 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 + service’ and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 New Oriental Express Luxury Train:The Comfortable Choice for an Immersive Slow Tour of Xinjiang in 2026
In an era of increasingly fast-paced travel, more and more tourists are seeking ways to ‘slow down and dive deep.’ The New Oriental Express luxury tourist train is precisely such a high-quality travel product that combines mobile accommodation, cultural experiences, and natural scenery. With Urumqi as its hub, it traverses the mysterious northern Xinjiang and the culturally rich southern Xinjiang, allowing travelers to explore scenic spots during the day and sleep comfortably on the train at night, eliminating the need to change hotels and keeping luggage with them, truly enabling a relaxed and enjoyable journey.
📍 Detailed Introduction to Routes or Destinations
The 2026 operating routes of the New Oriental Express cover multiple core scenic areas in Xinjiang, including Kanas Lake and Hemu Village in the Altay region, Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, the Duku Highway in the Tianshan Mountains, Baisha Lake and Taxkorgan County on the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, as well as the historically and culturally rich Kashgar Old City and the Jiaohe Ruins in Turpan. Summer itineraries focus on forests, lakes, and alpine meadows, while autumn itineraries highlight poplar forests, Loulan cultural relics, and treasure hunting along the Yurungkash River in Hotan.
The train features fully customized sleeper carriages equipped with bathrooms, climate control systems, and panoramic windows. The dining car has floor-to-ceiling glass windows, allowing passengers to enjoy the changing landscapes outside during the journey. Each carriage is staffed with professional service personnel, and stop durations are flexibly adjusted according to the season, such as extending visiting time during the prime autumn foliage season at Kanas to enhance the overall experience.
Please note that some areas, such as the Duku Highway, are affected by climate and are typically open from June to October each year. Specific traffic conditions are subject to announcements from local transportation authorities. All scenic spots implement a real-name reservation system for entry, and the team will assist in completing the relevant procedures.
🗓 ️ Simple 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
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
🚂 New Oriental Express Luxury Train: The Comfortable Choice for an Immersive Slow Tour of Xinjiang in 2026Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express 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 Train
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 Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
In an era of increasingly fast-paced travel, more and more tourists are seeking ways to ‘slow down and dive deep.’ The New Oriental Express luxury tourist train is precisely such a high-quality travel product that combines mobile accommodation, cultural experiences, and natural scenery. With Urumqi as its hub, it traverses the mysterious northern Xinjiang and the culturally rich southern Xinjiang, allowing travelers to explore scenic spots during the day and sleep comfortably on the train at night, eliminating the need to change hotels and keeping luggage with them, truly enabling a relaxed and enjoyable journey.Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez System – 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 Platform Homes, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
💰 Price Explanation
Based on the latest 2026 tour schedules, the New Oriental Express offers various cabin options with corresponding prices:
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📍 Detailed Introduction to Routes or DestinationsMay 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
June 11, June 25
The 2026 operating routes of the New Oriental Express cover multiple core scenic areas in Xinjiang, including Kanas Lake and Hemu Village in the Altay region, Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, the Duku Highway in the Tianshan Mountains, Baisha Lake and Taxkorgan County on the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, as well as the historically and culturally rich Kashgar Old City and the Jiaohe Ruins in Turpan. Summer itineraries focus on forests, lakes, and alpine meadows, while autumn itineraries highlight poplar forests, Loulan cultural relics, and treasure hunting along the Yurungkash River in Hotan. 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
The train features fully customized sleeper carriages equipped with bathrooms, climate control systems, and panoramic windows. The dining car has floor-to-ceiling glass windows, allowing passengers to enjoy the changing landscapes outside during the journey. Each carriage is staffed with professional service personnel, and stop durations are flexibly adjusted according to the season, such as extending visiting time during the prime autumn foliage season at Kanas to enhance the overall experience. Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. Actual costs may vary due to schedule, room type, and policy adjustments. The final price is subject to the signed travel contract.
📞 Registration Method
You can inquire and register for the tour through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For questions or detailed information, please contact customer service:
📱 Phone / WeChat:181-3962-2229
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📋 Fee and Service Explanation
Fees typically include listed accommodation, transportation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, meals, and train services, but exclude personal expenses, (if applicable), permit processing fees (if involved), and other unspecified items. Specific service content, cancellation and modification rules, and liability division shall be executed based on the Tourism Law and relevant laws and regulations, combined with the actual signed travel contract.
Due to uncertainties such as weather, road conditions, and scenic spot opening status, the travel agency and tourists can make reasonable itinerary changes through mutual agreement to strive for travel and experience quality.
🌿 Warm Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring warm clothing and sunscreen. Some high-altitude areas may have mild altitude sickness, so prepare common medications before traveling. Also, respect the customs of various ethnic groups, travel civilly, and jointly maintain a good travel environment.
If you plan to start a deep, comfortable, and culturally rich Xinjiang trip in 2026, the New Oriental Express might be a worthwhile choice. For more details, please contact customer service for the latest information.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181 3962 2229 for ticket purchase
