2026 New Oriental Express Ticket Purchase Process + New Oriental Express Registration Method
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury train? The New Oriental Express tourist train requires purchasing tickets through professional and regular railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) or the Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing via WeChat: 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.
🚂✨ New Oriental Express Luxury Train:A mobile living experience crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south in 2026
If you are looking for a deep journey with a relaxed pace, comprehensive services, and continuous scenery, the 2026 New Oriental Express luxury tourist train might be your ideal travel choice. This train is not an ordinary means of transportation but a ‘mobile vacation space’ equipped with sleeping carriages, dining areas, and leisure facilities. It slowly travels through the vast land of Xinjiang along the core area of the Silk Road—from the snowy mountains and lakes of northern Xinjiang to the oasis ancient cities of southern Xinjiang—without the need for frequent accommodation changes, truly achieving ‘the scenery moves with the train, and you travel within a painting.’
📍 In-depth introduction to routes and destinations
The New Oriental Express covers the most representative geographical units of Xinjiang:The Altay region in northern Xinjiang, centered on Kanas Lake and Hemu Village, showcases an ecological wonderland of forests, grasslands, and lakes; the Ili River Valley grassland belt, including Sayram Lake and Nalati Sky Grassland, is a concentrated area of pastoral summer scenery; the entire Duku Highway connects the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing you to experience four seasons in one day during its opening from June to October; the eastern edge of the Pamir Plateau passes through白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake, offering distant views of Muztagh Ata and the vastness of high-altitude landscapes; Kashgar Old City, as a millennia-old Silk Road hub, retains complete traditional street layouts and living scenes.
Currently (late May 2026), it is late spring and early summer, with new greenery appearing on the Ili River Valley grasslands and the ice on Sayram Lake mostly melted, gradually entering a beautiful phase of lake and mountain scenery. Autumn (September to October) is the golden season when northern Xinjiang’s forests are ablaze with color and southern Xinjiang is fragrant with fruits, also a period when multiple train schedules depart.
🗓 ️ 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
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur -五彩滩 (Colorful Beach) – New Oriental Express Special Train
🚂✨ New Oriental Express Luxury Train: A mobile living experience crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south in 2026Day 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 (White Sand Lake) – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Home visits with various ethnic groups – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
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 Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, then evening special train to Ruoqiang
If you are looking for a deep journey with a relaxed pace, comprehensive services, and continuous scenery, the 2026 New Oriental Express luxury tourist train might be your ideal travel choice. This train is not an ordinary means of transportation but a ‘mobile vacation space’ equipped with sleeping carriages, dining areas, and leisure facilities. It slowly travels through the vast land of Xinjiang along the core area of the Silk Road—from the snowy mountains and lakes of northern Xinjiang to the oasis ancient cities of southern Xinjiang—without the need for frequent accommodation changes, truly achieving ‘the scenery moves with the train, and you travel within a painting.’Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang red date picking, then evening special 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:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Terrace Dwellings, then evening special 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, then evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi farewell dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
💰 Price explanation
The following are reference prices for some 2026 New Oriental Express schedules (subject to actual consultation and contract):
May 6, May 14
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Xinjiang Tourist Train Booking Center Manager Guo Jing 181-3962-2229, with over 10 years of experience. Add as friend to receive itineraries and quotes.
📍 In-depth introduction to routes and destinations: 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
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express covers the most representative geographical units of Xinjiang: The Altay region in northern Xinjiang, centered on Kanas Lake and Hemu Village, showcases an ecological wonderland of forests, grasslands, and lakes; the Ili River Valley grassland belt, including Sayram Lake and Nalati Sky Grassland, is a concentrated area of pastoral summer scenery; the entire Duku Highway connects the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing you to experience four seasons in one day during its opening from June to October; the eastern edge of the Pamir Plateau passes through白沙湖 (White Sand Lake) and Karakul Lake, offering distant views of Muztagh Ata and the vastness of high-altitude landscapes; Kashgar Old City, as a millennia-old Silk Road hub, retains complete traditional street layouts and living scenes. 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
Currently (late May 2026), it is late spring and early summer, with new greenery appearing on the Ili River Valley grasslands and the ice on Sayram Lake mostly melted, gradually entering a beautiful phase of lake and mountain scenery. Autumn (September to October) is the golden season when northern Xinjiang’s forests are ablaze with color and southern Xinjiang is fragrant with fruits, also a period when multiple train schedules depart. Third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
> Note:Prices may fluctuate with schedules, subject to the contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration method
You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Phone:181-3962-2229
WeChat:181-3962-2229
Address information can be obtained by directly consulting customer service.
🧾 Fee and service explanation
Fees usually include full transportation (including special train accommodation), first admission tickets to scenic spots, shuttle buses, some specialty meals, guide services, and accommodation arrangements. Specific service content, room type standards, meal arrangements, etc., are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. Factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening status during the itinerary may affect the actual tour order, and reasonable changes can be made with mutual agreement.
All itinerary arrangements are based on 2026 scenic area opening policies and traffic conditions. In case of force majeure or temporary service guidance, the route will be optimized according to actual conditions to ensure a smooth travel experience.
🌿 Warm tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring clothing suitable for changing climates; some high-altitude areas require proper rest and avoiding strenuous exercise. The home visits with various ethnic groups arranged in the itinerary are conducted with respect for local cultural customs, aiming to provide a more authentic travel experience.
For information on available seats, detailed service standards, or personalized needs, please contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for further communication.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train ticket booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456) Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
