How to Buy Tickets for the New Orient Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Complete Price Guide Recommended Routes Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train:Comprehensive Guide to the Mobile Viewing Platform Unlocking the Secret Realms of the Silk Road
(I) Key Highlights of the Itinerary:A mobile five-star hotel traversing the northern and southern Tian Shan Mountains
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourism special trains, the New Oriental Express features a unique design of “the train moves with the scenery, traveling day and night,” connecting the grasslands and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the cultural secrets of southern Xinjiang. The newly upgraded Blue Diamond carriages in 2026 are equipped with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, bathrooms, and humidification systems, while the Gold Diamond carriages offer additional scenic bars and private butler services, allowing passengers to fully enjoy the Silk Road scenery while on the move.
The train adopts a “land cruise” concept design, with a recommended capacity of 88 passengers per trip, and is equipped with a professional tour guide team and an onboard doctor. The itinerary covers 12 AAAAA-rated scenic spots including Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, with special arrangements for in-depth experiences such as morning mist photography in Hemu Village, horseback riding on the Nalat Grassland, and home visits in the Old Town of Kashgar. The current train operates on an “all-inclusive price for specified items in the itinerary” model, including 14 days and 13 nights of accommodation, 20 main meals, and first-entry tickets to all scenic spots.
(II) 2026 Itinerary Arrangements (Summer and Autumn Editions)
Summer Panoramic Edition (June-September)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations (stay at a five-star hotel)
Day 02:Urumqi → New Oriental Express → Koktokay Geopark → Altay
Day 03:Altay → Ahe Highway → Hemu Village (stay in a characteristic wooden cabin)
Day 04:Hemu → Kanas Lake Boat Tour → Guanyu Platform
Day 05:Kanas → Chonghur Town → Wucaitan Sunset → Night travel on the special train
Day 06:Jinghe → Sayram Lake Circular Tour → Yining Kazanqi Folk Village
Day 07:Yining → Nalat Sky Grassland → Kazak Home Visit
Day 08:Nalat → Middle Section of the Dukou Highway → Bayanbulak Nine Bends
New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train: Comprehensive Guide to the Mobile Viewing Platform Unlocking the Secret Realms of the Silk RoadDay 09:Bayanbulak → Southern Section of the Dukou Highway → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Night travel on the special train
Day 10:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Muztagata Peak → Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan → Home visits to various ethnic groups → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan Flaming Mountains → Night travel on the special train
Day 13:Turpan → Jiaohe Ancient City → Grape Valley → Urumqi
Day 14:See off the group in Urumqi
Autumn Southern Xinjiang Edition (October)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train → Turpan Jiaohe Ancient City → Karez Wells → Grape Manor → Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins → Museum → Jujube Picking → Hotan
Day 04:Hotan Tuancheng → Jade hunting in the Yurungkash River → Walnut King Tree → Night view of Yutegan Ancient City
Day 05:Special train → Yarkant Yarkant Khanate → Amanisha Khan Memorial Mausoleum → Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake → Karakul Lake → Kashgar Old Town
Day 07:Kashgar → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Resitan Old Street
Day 08:Kuqa → Luntai Populus euphratica Forest → Special train → Urumqi
(I) Key Highlights of the Itinerary: A mobile five-star hotel traversing the northern and southern Tian Shan MountainsDay 09:One-day tour to Tian Shan Tianchi → Farewell dinner
Day 10:See off the group in Urumqi
(III) 2026 Pricing System and Group Schedule Explanation
Three carriage classes are currently offered:
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 compartments):49,999-59,999 yuan/person (30,000 yuan for the third and fourth persons)
Royal Gold Diamond (4 compartments):54,999-65,999 yuan/person (30,000 yuan for the third and fourth persons)
Noble Gold Diamond (3 compartments):59,999-71,999 yuan/person (30,000 yuan for the third and fourth persons)
Specific group schedules for 2026:
May:6th, 14th
June:1st, 11th, 25th, 30th
September:3rd
October:15th, 25th
Price includes: accommodation throughout the special train journey, accommodation in land-based star-rated hotels, 20 main meals, scenic spot tickets, tour guide services, and insurance. Special note: The fee for the third and fourth persons in the October group schedule drops to 20,000 yuan/person, but reservations must be made 60 days in advance. Prices may fluctuate with changes in fuel surcharges, and the final price will be based on the signed contract.
(IV) Registration and Consultation Process
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourism special trains, the New Oriental Express features a unique design of “the train moves with the scenery, traveling day and night,” connecting the grasslands and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the cultural secrets of southern Xinjiang. The newly upgraded Blue Diamond carriages in 2026 are equipped with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, bathrooms, and humidification systems, while the Gold Diamond carriages offer additional scenic bars and private butler services, allowing passengers to fully enjoy the Silk Road scenery while on the move.Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, requiring valid identification information and a health certificate. The current system implements a “three-step confirmation process”:
Step 1:Submit the registration form (including traveler information and carriage preference)
Step 2:Customer service confirms available seats within 48 hours and sends the electronic contract
Step 3:Lock in the seat by paying the deposit (seat reservation fee)
Special reminder:Due to the limited capacity of the special train, it is recommended to make reservations 90 days in advance. Reservations for the October group schedule are now open, and less than 30% of seats remain for the June Golden Week group schedule.
(V) Cost Breakdown and Service Standards
Basic fees include:
Transportation:Soft sleeper throughout the New Oriental Express special train journey + local air-conditioned tour buses
Accommodation:Gold Diamond/Blue Diamond carriages on the special train + land-based four-star or higher hotels
Dining:13 breakfasts and 20 main meals (including special meals such as roast whole lamb banquet and cold-water fish banquet)
Tickets:First-entry tickets to all scenic spots in the itinerary
Services:Professional tour guides + onboard doctors + 24-hour butlers
Explanation of self-paid items:
Kanas Lake boat tour: 120 yuan/person
Horseback riding in Nalat: 80 yuan/hour
The train adopts a “land cruise” concept design, with a recommended capacity of 88 passengers per trip, and is equipped with a professional tour guide team and an onboard doctor. The itinerary covers 12 AAAAA-rated scenic spots including Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, with special arrangements for in-depth experiences such as morning mist photography in Hemu Village, horseback riding on the Nalat Grassland, and home visits in the Old Town of Kashgar. The current train operates on an “all-inclusive price for specified items in the itinerary” model, including 14 days and 13 nights of accommodation, 20 main meals, and first-entry tickets to all scenic spots. Kashgar Old Town handicraft experience: 150 yuan/person
Free processing of the Taxkorgan border pass
Service standards:
Each group is equipped with 1 lead tour guide + 2 life assistants
Gold Diamond carriages offer warm milk before bedtime
Seasonal fruits are supplied daily in the carriages
Portable oxygen cylinders are provided throughout the journey
(VI) Pre-Trip Recommendation Guide
Document preparation:
Original valid identification (for domestic tourists)
Border pass (processed in the Kashgar region, assistance available from the travel agency)
Health code (valid 72 hours before departure)
Equipment suggestions:
May-June:Windbreaker + sun protection gear
(II) 2026 Itinerary Arrangements (Summer and Autumn Editions)September-October:Thin down jacket + moisturizing skincare products
Photography equipment:Recommended to bring a 24-70mm zoom lens
Special note:
The Dukou Highway is recommended to be open for 4 months each year (specific dates to be notified by the traffic management department)
Health declarations must be submitted 3 days in advance for the Pamir Plateau scenic area
Disposable slippers are not provided on the train, so it is recommended to bring your own
(VII) Frequently Asked Questions
Q:How to choose the carriage class?
A:Gold Diamond carriages are suitable for family travel, equipped with bathrooms and scenic sofas; Blue Diamond carriages offer better cost-effectiveness, with shared bathroom facilities for 4 persons.
Q:How is the itinerary handled in case of severe weather?
A:Both parties can agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary, such as changing the Kanas hike to a scenic spot shuttle bus tour.
Q:How is single travel arranged?
A:Single travelers will be coordinated for room sharing as much as possible, and a supplement (specific amount to be based on the contract) will be required in special cases.
Q:What are the fee standards for children?
A:Children under 12 years old receive a 3,000 yuan discount if not occupying a bed, and the same price as adults if occupying a bed.
There is currently high inquiry volume for this itinerary. It is recommended to contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for the latest information on available seats. All prices and service standards are subject to the final signed travel contract, and the travel agency reserves the right to make minor adjustments to the itinerary. On this mobile Silk Road journey, you will travel through time and space, witnessing the magnificent symphony of solitary desert smokes and snow-capped mountains and grasslands.
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send itinerary and quotation
