Xinjiang Express Tourist Train How to Register Booking Fee Standards and Official Entry
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 Service Train Center (24-hour consultation 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.
🚂 Slow travel in Xinjiang, living in the scenery:2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Train Travel Guide
In the fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers are yearning for a deep, slow travel style of ‘no rushing, no luggage moving, no hotel changing.’ In 2026, the New Oriental Express, with its newly upgraded luxury tourist train, slowly rolls into the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, turning the journey itself into an immersive vacation experience. It is not a traditional train but a mobile comfortable residence—exploring hidden spots during the day and sleeping under the starry river at night, allowing the vastness and poetry of Xinjiang to unfold leisurely at a calm pace.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights
The New Oriental Express mainly adopts a ‘travel by day, ride by night’ mode. The train runs smoothly at night, allowing tourists to cross thousands of miles while sleeping; during the day, they get off to explore, without needing to repeatedly pack, transfer, or adapt to new accommodation. This design is especially suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly groups, and long-distance travel enthusiasts who value comfort and want a hassle-free trip.
Summer routes (May to September) focus on the natural wonders of Northern Xinjiang and the cultural landscapes of the Pamir Plateau, connecting classic destinations like Keketuohai, Hemu Village, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway, Bayanbulak, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Baisha Lake, and Tashkurgan, covering various terrains such as mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and desert edges.
In October, it shifts to the Southern Xinjiang poplar season, covering Turpan, Ruoqiang, Hotan, Shache, Kashgar, Kuqa, and Luntai, visiting sites like the Jiaohe Ruins, Loulan cultural relics, Yurungkash River, Yotkan Ancient City, Yarkand Khan’s Palace, Tianshan Grand Canyon, and Tarim Poplar Forest, experiencing the historical depth and golden romance of autumn in Southern Xinjiang.
The entire trip includes intangible cultural heritage experiences, folk interactions, professional explanations, and travel photography services. Some trips also have accompanying medical staff to enhance peace of mind.
> Note:Specific attractions’ opening status, road conditions, and visit order may change due to force majeure factors like weather or policies. Both parties can reasonably optimize the itinerary through mutual agreement.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Facts)
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
🚂 Slow travel in Xinjiang, living in the scenery: New Oriental Express Luxury Train 2026 Travel GuideDay 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 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 – Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
In the fast-paced modern life, more and more travelers are yearning for a deep, slow travel style of ‘no rushing, no luggage moving, no hotel changing.’ In 2026, the New Oriental Express, with its newly upgraded luxury tourist train, slowly rolls into the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, turning the journey itself into an immersive vacation experience. It is not a traditional train but a mobile comfortable residence—exploring hidden spots during the day and sleeping under the starry river at night, allowing the vastness and poetry of Xinjiang to unfold leisurely at a calm pace.October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – 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 early – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King 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, Gaotai Dwellings, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa early, 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
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🌄 Route and Destination Highlights💰 Price Explanation (Based on Local Facts)
In 2026, the New Oriental Express offers differentiated pricing based on departure dates and cabin types. All prices are reference ranges, with the final price based on the signed contract:
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 person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond 67,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 62,999 RMB/person | 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
The New Oriental Express mainly adopts a ‘travel by day, ride by night’ mode. The train runs smoothly at night, allowing tourists to cross thousands of miles while sleeping; during the day, they get off to explore, without needing to repeatedly pack, transfer, or adapt to new accommodation. This design is especially suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly groups, and long-distance travel enthusiasts who value comfort and want a hassle-free trip. 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 | Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> Warm Tips:Prices may fluctuate based on trip schedules, availability, and service configurations. Specific costs, inclusions, and discounts are subject to actual consultation and the signed travel contract.
📞 How to Register?
If you are interested in the New Oriental Express, you can consult and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. They provide full-service processes including itinerary introduction, berth selection, and contract signing.
Contact Number:181-3962-2229
WeChat Same Number:181-3962-2229
Summer routes (May to September) focus on the natural wonders of Northern Xinjiang and the cultural landscapes of the Pamir Plateau, connecting classic destinations like Keketuohai, Hemu Village, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway, Bayanbulak, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Baisha Lake, and Tashkurgan, covering various terrains such as mountains, lakes, grasslands, canyons, and desert edges.It is recommended to contact customer service in advance to confirm current trip availability, boarding locations (mainly departing from Urumqi, some trips support boarding at Turpan, Kashgar, etc.), and the latest travel policies.
🧳 Cost and Service Explanation
Costs typically include:
Full-trip train cabin accommodation (with bathroom)
First admission tickets to listed attractions
Local transportation transfers
Exclusive dining car meals (including local flavors and elderly-friendly meals)
Professional guides and onboard service staff
Some cultural experience activities
Exclusions may include personal expenses, some optional activities, (if a separate cabin is needed), etc., subject to contract terms.
All cabins are equipped with temperature control systems, charging ports, anti-slip handrails, and emergency call devices, balancing comfort and safety. The train has dining cars, kitchen areas, and leisure entertainment carriages, creating a relaxed social atmosphere.
> Special Note:Itinerary arrangements, service standards, price details, etc., are all based on the signed travel contract as the final basis. Any changes will follow the relevant provisions of the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ to protect tourists’ legal rights.
Want to experience a Xinjiang trip ‘living in the scenery’? Feel free to call and let the New Oriental Express take you through this vast and colorful land at the most relaxing pace.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Ticket Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour consultation hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
