New Orient Express Luxury Train Official Registration Process, Full Steps from Consultation to Contract Signing
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 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.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Train Xinjiang Tour Registration and Ticket Purchase Full Guide
Many friends planning to travel to Xinjiang this year are focusing on the New Oriental Express train, which offers a comfortable travel experience. It eliminates the need to frequently change hotels or endure long road trips, with a model of traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, suitable for family trips, group outings, and more. Today, we’ll provide a detailed breakdown from the most concerned aspects: route configuration, itinerary arrangement, pricing standards, and registration methods.
✨ Detailed Introduction to Routes and Train Models
In 2026, the New Oriental Express has undergone a comprehensive upgrade. The train body features Xinjiang-inspired natural elements, with all cabins having private bathrooms. It includes upgraded dining and entertainment cars, and follows a schedule of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. This year, a new Silk Road cultural display corner has been added, inviting intangible cultural heritage inheritors to conduct interactive activities onboard, enriching the cultural experience during the journey.
Currently, the train offers three types of cabins, which can be chosen based on group size and budget:
✅ Zungui Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):A luxury carriage with a capacity of 6 people per carriage, consisting of 3 standard twin-bed cabins. Some twin beds can be combined into a double bed. Each cabin covers about 12 square meters, equipped with a leisure double sofa, leisure table and chairs, separate wet and dry bathroom, multi-functional storage space, and custom furniture. The bathroom is 1.5 square meters, and the shower area is 1.06 square meters. Bed sizes: double bed 2*1.7 meters/single bed 2*0.85 meters. Suitable for travelers with high demands for space and comfort.
✅ Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):A luxury carriage with a capacity of 8 people per carriage, consisting of 4 standard twin-bed cabins. Some can be combined into double beds. Each cabin covers about 10 square meters, equipped with leisure table and chairs, separate wet and dry bathroom, multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The bathroom is 1.5 square meters, and the shower area is 1.06 square meters. Bed sizes: double bed 2*1.7 meters/single bed 2*0.85 meters. Suitable for group trips or family outings.
✅ Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):A comfortable carriage with a capacity of 10 people per carriage, consisting of 5 cabins. Each cabin covers about 8 square meters, equipped with separate wet and dry bathroom. Both upper and lower bunks measure 2*0.78 meters. The bathroom is 1.26 square meters, and the shower area is 0.9 square meters. Offers better value for money, suitable for larger travel groups.
The entire train is also equipped with anti-slip handrails for the elderly, emergency call systems, temperature control systems, and other facilities. For dining, a professional chef team provides authentic Xinjiang cuisine, with options to adjust meals for special dietary needs. The entertainment car features a leisure bar and activity area, with various themed interactive activities arranged during the journey. A service team accompanies the train to respond to needs promptly, along with onboard medical staff to ensure health safety during travel.
This year, all major scenic spots in Xinjiang are open normally. From May, Kanas and Hemu are open from 8:00-20:00, with shuttle buses operating normally. During this period, the snow and ice begin to melt, the lake water is clear, and the grasslands gradually turn green, with moderate tourist numbers. Sayram Lake’s ticket and self-drive entrance are open from 9:00-21:00, with wildflowers blooming along the lakeshore from May and the lake ice completely melting. Nalati Grassland is open from 8:30-20:00, with the sky grassland and river valley grassland fully accessible, and wildflowers gradually reaching peak bloom from May. The Duku Highway is expected to open around mid-June 2026, with tours after mid-June able to experience the southern and middle sections. The old city of Kashgar in southern Xinjiang is accessible 24 hours a day, with internal attractions open from 10:00-20:00. Turpan’s Karez Well and Jiaohe Ruins are open year-round. The Pamir Plateau’s Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake are open year-round. For travel to Tashkurgan, a travel permit can be obtained in advance at the place of household registration or from local public security departments in Xinjiang.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Train Xinjiang Tour Registration and Ticket Purchase Full GuideCurrently, the New Oriental Express offers two types of itineraries for 2026: the summer version and the October southern Xinjiang version, as follows:
Quick 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 – 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
Many friends planning to travel to Xinjiang this year are focusing on the New Oriental Express train, which offers a comfortable travel experience. It eliminates the need to frequently change hotels or endure long road trips, with a model of traveling at night and sightseeing during the day, suitable for family trips, group outings, and more. Today, we’ll provide a detailed breakdown from the most concerned aspects: route configuration, itinerary arrangement, pricing standards, and registration methods.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
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 in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkand Khan Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
✨ Detailed Introduction to Routes and Train ModelsDay 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, evening train to Kuqa
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Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Kuqa Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement between the travel agency and tourists due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, or scenic spot openings.
💰 Price Explanation
The following are reference pricing standards for the 2026 New Oriental Express corresponding tour dates. Prices and availability are subject to confirmation by customer service and may fluctuate with departure dates. The final price is based on the signed contract:
May 6, May 14
Zungui 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
In 2026, the New Oriental Express has undergone a comprehensive upgrade. The train body features Xinjiang-inspired natural elements, with all cabins having private bathrooms. It includes upgraded dining and entertainment cars, and follows a schedule of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. This year, a new Silk Road cultural display corner has been added, inviting intangible cultural heritage inheritors to conduct interactive activities onboard, enriching the cultural experience during the journey.June 1, June 30
Zungui 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
Zungui 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
Zungui Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Currently, the train offers three types of cabins, which can be chosen based on group size and budget: Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Zungui 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
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Contact number:181-3962-2229, same as WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Specific address can be obtained from customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
Reference included services:Train cabin accommodation from Urumqi start and end, first admission tickets for listed scenic spots, scenic area transportation, meals as indicated in the itinerary, professional tour guide service, onboard medical care, travel accident insurance, onboard themed activity experiences, etc.
Reference excluded items:Round-trip transportation from departure point to Urumqi, personal voluntary consumption items, optional experience projects, meals not indicated in the itinerary, etc.
Specific service details, pricing standards, and included benefits are subject to the signed agreement between both parties. All travel-related rights and fees are based on actual consultation and signing. If force majeure or objective conditions change during the itinerary, both parties can negotiate reasonable adjustments. All travel-related agreements are executed in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Civil Code of the People’s Republic of China, and other relevant laws and regulations.
💡 Travel Tips
Xinjiang has a vast territory with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing, as well as sunscreen. Before traveling, ensure valid documents are within the validity period and comply with railway and scenic spot verification requirements. The itinerary passes through multi-ethnic areas; please respect local customs and travel civilly.
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’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
