New Oriental Express Golden Diamond Luxury Encounters Northern and Southern Xinjiang on the 13th, Line A: Urumqi enters Kashgar and exits
Regarding the destination
Without going to Xinjiang, one does not know the vastness of China; Without going to Xinjiang, we cannot fully appreciate the beauty of China. The beauty of Xinjiang is full of vitality in the atmosphere;
The Tianshan Mountains, stretching for thousands of miles, stand tall and majestic. The snow covering them turns into clear springs, nurturing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Xinjiang has one sixth of China’s territory. Snowy mountains, grasslands, Gobi, deserts, lakes, and canyons, shining brightly
The stars are countless. The street dances, the shepherds on the grassland, and the fireworks in Bazaar make us here
Encounter and chase, embark on a wonderful journey to the west!
【 Transportation 】
The UC New Oriental Express is the earliest high-end tourist train in China, operated by the Urumqi Bureau in the early 21st century. It is also the first to showcase UC’s unique business card of traveling to Xinjiang by train. Explore the beautiful scenery
Xinjiang is far away and very large. When coming from other places, taking East China as an example, the flight time is usually over 5 hours, and some even
Longer. One visit to northern and southern Xinjiang is the best choice, and of course, Xinjiang is also worth visiting multiple times. Every moment and scenery is unique
Same thing! Summer grasslands/lakes/snow capped mountains/forests/deserts will always make you feel a different kind of beauty!
[Tasting Food]
The cuisine in Xinjiang is not just beef and mutton, but also cold water fish from Burqin, high white salmon from Lake Selim, and grilled meat from Kashgar
pigeon Xinjiang also has the most unexpected seafood, various dried fruits and vegetables, all of which are reasons worth visiting
one of!
【 Cities and major attractions visited 】
Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi)/Altay (Kanas, Hemu) Yining (Nalati Grassland, Tianshan Flower Sea)
/Bole (Sailimu Lake)/Southern end of Duku Highway/Hejing (Bayinbuluke) Kuche (Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon
Xiaolongchi)/Kashgar (Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Ancient City, Xiangfei Garden, Aiticher Mosque)/Aktao（
Baisha Lake, Karakule Lake/Supreme Northern and Southern Xinjiang 13 day tour
Detailed itinerary: The following itinerary is for reference only, please refer to the actual departure notice for details!
Day 1: Across the country – Arriving in Urumqi
Today, the VIP arrived at Urumqi Tianshan International Airport by flight and arranged for pick-up before heading to the hotel.
【 Friendly Reminder 】: If time permits, you can freely move around the city and get a preliminary experience of this inland city that is farthest from the ocean
The unique charm. There is a 2-hour time difference between Urumqi and the mainland, please adjust accordingly.
It is recommended to rest early to reserve energy for tomorrow’s itinerary.
Catering: Breakfast – Please take care of lunch – Please take care of dinner – Please take care of accommodation: Urumqi
Day 2: Urumqi Tianshan Tianchi Urumqi Night Sleeping Train to Altay
Today: In the morning, head to the “Yaochi” Tianshan Tianchi to enjoy the scenery of high mountain lakes surrounded by snow capped mountains. Take the New Oriental Express at night
Lie down and go to Altay.
Highlights of the event: The Tianchi Lake in Tianshan Mountain is surrounded by beautiful scenery, and visitors can take a boat tour or stroll along the lake, overlooking the Bogda Peak.
【 Friendly Reminder 】: ‘Starting today, I will adapt to the time difference in Xinjiang. Meal times are relatively late compared to mainland China, and there may be trips with low blood sugar.’
Guests can bring small Dim sum and dry food before each meal
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day 3: Early arrival in Altay – (Ahe Highway) Hemu
After arriving in Altay this morning, follow the beautiful Ahe Highway to Hemu Village, the “God’s Private Land”.
Event Highlights:
1. Ahe Highway: Passing through primitive forests along the way, with beautiful scenery
2. Hemu Village: Tuwa people’s small wooden houses are scattered in the valley, and in the evening, you can feel the tranquility and peace of the village
【 Friendly Reminder 】: Accommodation in Hemu Village is mostly in small wooden houses, with relatively simple conditions but unique experiences. The temperature is low at night, be sure to pay attention
Keep warm.
Day 4: Hemu Kanas Jadenyu
This morning, we will go to Kanas, the “backyard of the gods,” to enjoy the dreamy scenery of Kanas Lake. Check in to Jiadengyu in the evening.
Event Highlights:
1. Hemu Morning Mist: The morning mist, sunlight, and cooking smoke interweave like a fairyland, making it an excellent subject for photography.
2. Kanas Lake: Known for its mysterious lake monster legends and changing lake colors, you can stroll along the lake and experience the beauty of nature.
【 Reminder 】: The weather in Kanas area is unpredictable, please prepare warm clothing and rain gear.
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner Accommodation: Jia Dengyu
Day 5: Kanas Chonghuer Kazakh Folk Village Wucaitan Burqin Beitun Evening Sleeping
Go to Jingnan, Henan
This morning, we went to Chonghuer Kazakh Folk Village to experience folk customs. In the afternoon, visit the colorful hilly terrain of Wucaitan.
In the evening, take the train and sleep at night to head to Jinghe South.
Event Highlights: Colorful Beach: Under the sunset, the colorful hills on both sides of the Ertix River are colorful and magnificent, with magnificent scenery
【 Friendly Reminder 】: The viewing effect of Wucai Beach is best in the evening, but attention should be paid to sun protection and windproof sand.
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day 6: Jinghe South – Sailimu Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining
After arriving in the southern part of the Jinghe River this morning, we will go on a tour around Lake Selim, which is known as the “last tear of the Atlantic”.
In the afternoon, we passed through Guozigou (no parking allowed) and arrived in Yining in the evening to explore the colorful Six Star Street.
Event Highlights:
1. Sailimu Lake: The lake water is clear and blue, complementing the distant mountains and snow peaks with a charming scenery that is refreshing and pleasant
2. Six Star Street: The street layout is in a radial hexagonal shape, with rich folk culture and characteristic buildings. It is a place for leisure walks and tasting
A great place for local cuisine.
【 Friendly Reminder 】: The area around Lake Selim has strong winds and low temperatures, so it is important to pay attention to sun protection, wind prevention, and warmth.
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner Accommodation: Yining Day 7: Yining Tianshan Flower Sea Nalati
This morning, we will go to the Tianshan Flower Sea (seasonal landscape). Arrived in Narati Town in the afternoon and checked into Narati Town.
The flower viewing itinerary relies on suitable natural conditions, while the weather has unpredictable and uncontrollable characteristics. In case of severe weather (rainstorm
Due to strong winds, blizzards, etc., the flowering period ends prematurely, the flowers are severely damaged, or they cannot enter the scenic area normally
marvel at flowers. We would like to remind you that if you miss the flower viewing opportunity due to force majeure factors such as weather, you will not be held responsible. We kindly ask that you
understand; Before traveling, we will closely monitor weather changes and inform you in a timely manner. We also recommend that you pay attention to the weather conditions and be mentally prepared
expect.
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner Accommodation: Narati
Day 8: Narati Grassland – Bayinbuluke Grassland
This morning, we will go to Nalati, and in the afternoon, we will go to Bayinbuluke Grassland to enjoy the “Nine Bends and Eighteen Bends” of Kaidu River
The magnificent sunset. Later move into Bayin Town.
Event Highlights:
1. Nalati Grassland: This is one of the most beautiful grasslands in Yili.
2. Bayinbrook Sunset: Under the sunset, the winding river is like a golden ribbon scattered on the earth, making it an excellent subject for photography.
【 Friendly Reminder 】:
1. The Bayinbuluke grassland has a large temperature difference in the evening, and there are many mosquitoes and insects. It is necessary to bring a thick coat and mosquito repellent.
2. Nalati Grassland has a vast area, and transportation within the scenic area is the main mode of transportation. Please arrange your travel time reasonably.
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner
Accommodation: Bayin Town
Day 9: Bayinbuluke – Duku Highway – Xiaolongchi – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kuche – Ka
Today, we will travel along the southern section of the Duku Highway and experience the wonder of “watching the four seasons in a day”. Explore the Big and Small Dragon Pools and the Red Tianshan God
The Grand Canyon. After arriving in Kuche in the evening, take a night sleeper train to Kashgar.
Event Highlights:
1. Duku Highway: Experience the “Landscape Avenue that runs through the backbone of the Tianshan Mountains” and feel the tremendous landscape changes from the alpine grasslands to the Red Canyon
2. The mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon: The red mountains are constantly changing and magnificent under the light and shadow.
【 Friendly Reminder 】: The road conditions on Duku Highway are complex, with many bends and steep slopes. Tourists who experience motion sickness should prepare their own medication; Please be sure to follow the traffic rules.
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner
Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day 10: Kashgar Pamir Plateau Karakuli Lake Shitou City Jinchao Beach Ta County
After arriving in Kashgar this morning, we headed towards the magnificent Pamir Plateau. Appreciating the purity of Baisha Lake and Karakuli Lake along the way
The reflection. Afterwards, visit the ruins of Shitou City and enjoy the beautiful sunset view of the wetland on the opposite side of Jinchao Beach, and then move into Ta County.
Event Highlights:
1. Baisha Lake: a pure lake between the desert and snow capped peaks
2. Karakuri Lake: The surface of the lake is like a mirror, reflecting the “father of icebergs” Mount Mustagh, creating a stunning scenery.
【 Friendly Reminder 】: The altitude has significantly increased today. Please avoid vigorous exercise and try not to take a shower to avoid discomfort symptoms such as headaches;
Pay attention to keeping warm and sun protection.
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner
Accommodation: Ta County
Day 11: Taxian Tajik Home Visit Baisha Lake Kashgar
Today, I participated in a home visit to Tajikistan to deeply experience the enthusiasm and folk culture of the Tajik people, the only white ethnic group in China. after
Enjoy the scenery of Baisha Lake again along the way and return to Kashgar.
Event Highlights:
Tajik Home Visit: Taste authentic cuisine and experience the most authentic ethnic customs.
【 Friendly Reminder 】: Please respect local customs during home visits.
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 12: Kashgar Old Town – Xiangfei Garden – Mosque – Kashgar
Today, we will spend the whole day exploring the exotic old city of Kashgar, Xiangfei Garden, and Aitigar Mosque.
Event Highlights:
Kashgar Old Town: Wandering through maze like streets and alleys, capturing ethnic handicrafts, children playing, and capturing vivid cultural images,
Experience the rich Uyghur culture.
【 Friendly Reminder 】: You can purchase some special handicrafts as souvenirs in the old city of Kashgar.
Catering: breakfast lunch dinner Accommodation: Kashgar
Day 13: Kashgar/Free Departure from Various Places (Warm Home)
Today’s itinerary: According to your flight schedule, arrange a drop off to the airport to end your pleasant panoramic trip to Xinjiang.
【 Friendly reminder 】: Please reserve sufficient time.
Catering: Breakfast – Hotel Breakfast
*The schedules of New Oriental Express trains are all in 2025, and the specific boarding and alighting times in 2026 are based on the timetable of that year;
*Tour guides can adjust their itinerary and dining order based on local conditions. Unless there are special circumstances, the number of attractions on the itinerary will not be reduced. in case of
Due to uncontrollable factors, our company and the local travel agency have the right to change or shorten the itinerary.
*Special Reminder and Agreement on Duku Highway: This itinerary has been arranged to cross the middle and south sections of Duku Highway. Duku Highway is subject to annual restrictions
Due to weather conditions, the opening hours are uncertain. If it is not possible to arrange crossing the Duku Highway due to weather conditions, the travel agency will refund the relevant fees
The price difference without incurring any expenses. (Subject to actual arrangement)
Urumqi assembly time
May 26th/June 13th/July 19th/September 11th
Pick up and check-in at the hotel
[Travel itinerary quotation]
Deluxe Diamond Suite (with separate bathroom for 2 people and 1 large bed): 49888 yuan/person
Children under 1.2 meters not occupying the space: 9980 yuan/person
Single room difference: 6000 yuan/person
[Cost includes]
1. Transportation: including various private rooms such as buses within Xinjiang and gold and silver diamonds on the Xinjiang New Oriental Express.
2. Ticket: The first major ticket for the attractions listed in the itinerary. Special note: The tourist train itinerary is in a service package mode, and the ticket is available
The cost has been calculated based on the team price and requires advance booking and registration, therefore no discount policies will be implemented for the tickets
No need, no refund! Please understand.
3. Accommodation: 3 nights on the New Oriental Express train+9 nights at a local hotel
Full online evaluation of the five diamond standard (no five diamonds arranged, four diamonds arranged, or arranged according to local high standards)
Reference hotel:
Urumqi: Ruihao International, Global International, Jinjiang International or equivalent;
Jia Dengyu: Hongfu Ecology, Birch Forest or equivalent
Hemu: Shubolisi Hotel, Hemu Mountain Villa or equivalent
Yining: Tianyuan International, Wenzhou International or equivalent
Narati: Narati Cultural Tourism, Narati Wansen or equivalent
Bayinbrook: Bayinbrook C Hotel, Yunshangzun Hotel or equivalent
Ta County: Kaitu Sheli, Panoramic Starry Sky Hotel or equivalent
Kashgar: Southern Xinjiang Global Port, Hilton Garden Inn, Sheraton or equivalent
The above hotels are selected as alternative hotels or at the same level. In special circumstances such as peak tourist seasons, due to limited availability or government regulations
Public interest requisition, in the event that none of the alternative hotels can guarantee occupancy, travel agency arrangements shall not be lower than the reserve
Choose a hotel of a certain level. If you do not check into the hotel on the first night of the itinerary, the fee will not be refunded.
4. Dining: From 12am to 22am, including main and specialty meals, 8 dishes, 1 soup, and 1 main course. Breakfast on land is provided by the hotel
Early assistance, the breakfast meal on the train is priced at 50 yuan per person, the main meal is priced at 80 yuan per person on land, and the special meal is priced at 100 yuan per person-
120 yuan/person)
[Special note]:
Due to the fact that train meals need to be ordered and prepared in bulk before the train departs, and local dining for tourism is a group table meal,
The meals included in the itinerary are non refundable and do not need to be returned. Please understand!
5. Tour guide: Accompany staff throughout the entire process and provide local tour guide services.
6. Insurance: One copy of group travel accident insurance.
[Special note]: The maximum insured amount is 200000 yuan. The specific claims for accidents during the travel period shall be subject to the relevant terms and conditions of the insurance company
Standard: For all types of accidental injuries caused by reasons not related to the travel agency, the expenses incurred shall be borne by the tourist in advance, and shall be covered by insurance afterwards
Compensation will be made according to the relevant regulations of the insurance company. The expenses incurred due to the guest’s own illness shall be borne by themselves and are not within the scope of insurance liability.
[Cost not included]
1. [Transportation] VIP round-trip transportation expenses to and from Xinjiang;
2. [Single Room Price Difference] If a VIP needs to change to a single room, an additional price difference will be charged;
3. [Self arranged itinerary] VIPs can extend their vacation or add self selected self paid itineraries and fees to be paid;
4. [Other expenses] such as force majeure events such as natural disasters, wars, strikes, as well as transportation delays, air travel expenses, etc
Extra costs incurred due to special circumstances such as class cancellations or changes in schedule, or other reasons not attributable to our company (such as being outside the company)
Extension of stay, food and transportation expenses, etc;
5. [Self care] Please bear the costs not mentioned in the above quotation.
Deposit and refund standards
Tourists are aware and aware that railway transportation is related to the national economy and people’s livelihood, and the organization of railway transportation follows the principle of unified dispatch and command
If it is due to unexpected events or related departments’ map adjustment, construction, line accidents, vehicle failures, line heavy lines, etc
Due to uncontrollable reasons, if the travel train is advanced or delayed, our company shall notify us 7 days in advance
If it cannot be operated, our agency will notify you 5 days in advance, and the travel agency will not be held responsible for any breach of contract. If the above situation occurs,
If the tourists agree to reschedule after negotiation, the travel agency will reimburse the reasonable rescheduling fees for the tourists who have already traveled.
The specific departure time and stopping point of the special train shall be subject to the orders of relevant departments! Due to railway system mapping, construction, and route planning
Due to accidents, vehicle malfunctions, changes in travel plans, and other reasons, the travel itinerary of tourists may be affected, such as delayed travel trains
The noise is caused by force majeure, and the travel agency shall not be held responsible for any breach of contract!
Due to the charter nature of the tourist train, travel agencies need to pay the railway department’s performance bond, hotel deposit, etc. in advance
The cancellation rules for tourists who register for this special train are as follows:
[Special note]
Deposit and reservation policy:
1. The reserved berth is subject to the list, with a deposit of ¥ 20000 per person for gold diamonds. The space is reserved for 24 hours
If no payment has been made, the position will be cleared; 2. The final payment must be paid 30 days before departure;
3. For reservations made less than 30 days before the departure date, full payment must be made as proof of registration and reservation;
[Cancellation Policy]:
1. Once the deposit is paid, if it is cancelled due to personal reasons of the guest, the deposit will not be refunded.
2. If the final payment is not paid due to any personal reasons, it will be deemed as automatic waiver and the deposit will not be refunded.
3. Vacancy loss: The special train belongs to the nature of chartering, and the group travel agency purchases and sells it in advance with advance payment. Once booked, it is not possible
Refund the deposit, and the tourist will request to withdraw from the group to the travel agency before the departure of the group. The travel agency will deduct the silver diamond for the loss of the booth
Gold Diamond costs 25000 yuan per store (this fee is only for the loss of the store and not the full price of the ticket). Our company has the right to continue using the store
Li, please understand.
After deducting the loss of dedicated train berths, the deduction standard for other expenses is:
1) Collect 50% of the travel expenses after deducting the berth fee 15-29 days before the departure date
Collect 85% of the travel expenses after deducting the berth fee 1-14 days (inclusive) before the departure date
100% of the travel expenses after deducting the berth fee will be charged for cancellations made on the day of departure
2) The special train is a chartered train, and after the contract is signed, the ticket cannot be changed, shared, changed or refunded.
3) If you do not participate for any reason, the fees will not be refunded and equivalent items will not be exchanged. In case of weather conditions during the trip, the airline will
The costs and losses incurred due to natural disasters such as class cancellations, road collapses, and other uncontrollable factors shall be borne by the guests themselves
Reason!
4. The above itinerary is for reference only. At that time, the travel agency will ensure that the number of attractions and service standards are not reduced
Adjustments can be made to the travel sequence based on the actual situation and the timing of the special train; Specific operation and arrival/departure time of the special train
The final order from the railway bureau and on-site dispatch shall prevail; If the special train arrives late or early, the travel agency has not breached the contract and is responsible
Responsible coordination, adjust the itinerary according to the actual situation, without reducing scenic spots or lowering service standards, but without
Undertake economic compensation; Due to policy reasons related to the special train or the number of group members not reaching the number of special trains, the special train was unable to operate
Okay, then switch to the regular bus or get a full refund.
6. Travel agencies have the autonomy to set prices and offer product discounts based on their own sales strategies, including member subsidies and promotional activities
According to the principle of “free trade”, there may be price differences for tourists after registration
In this situation, tourists have no right to request the travel agency to refund the price difference. Please understand!
7. In the event of travel delays or changes caused by uncontrollable factors, the travel agency shall not be liable for any losses incurred as a result
And the responsibility, the expenses incurred shall be borne by the customer; Tourists temporarily give up sightseeing, dining, and accommodation due to personal reasons
We will not refund any actual losses incurred by our company.
New Oriental Express booking process and reservation precautions
1: Due to the fact that the New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourism special train is a customized tourism special train, it is recommended to book tickets through designated formal travel agency channels such as Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, which cooperates with the railway bureau.
2: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourism special train does not sell train tickets separately and needs to be booked together with tourism products. When booking tickets, ID card/passport/Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan travel permit information must be provided, and a unified electronic contract on the national tourism supervision platform must be signed.
3: The specific price will be determined based on the travel date and selected route, and may vary due to the peak and off peak seasons of tourism in Xinjiang and different travel dates; Choose a suitable travel time and tourism products.
4: Provide the personal name and ID number number to the customer service to determine the travel time and tourism products. Prepay the train ticket reservation fee, sign the unified electronic contract for national tourism service supervision, and complete the registration.
