New Oriental Express Full Analysis 14 Day Hemu Route Price List and Comprehensive Guide Recommended Route Costs and Prices
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at phone number 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
In-depth Experience on the New Oriental Express:14-Day Comprehensive Guide to the Hemu Route in Northern Xinjiang✨
[Route Highlights:Collision of a Mobile ‘Five-Star Hotel’ with Superb Natural Landscapes]
As a benchmark for high-end tourism trains in Xinjiang, the New Oriental Express redefines train travel with its ‘land cruise’ concept. The upgraded carriages in 2026 are equipped with bathrooms, constant temperature air conditioning, large observation windows, and underfloor heating throughout the train. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments to maximize privacy and comfort. The northern Xinjiang route the train travels through connects high-quality natural landscapes such as Koktokay, Kanas, and Hemu Village, and incorporates unique experiences like self-driving on the Ahe Highway and traversing the Duku Highway, forming a unique travel mode of ‘sightseeing during the day and resting at night.’
🌄 Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination
The autumn scenery in northern Xinjiang is among the best in China: From late September to mid-October, the larch and birch forests by Kanas Lake gradually turn golden, the morning mist in Hemu Village and the Tuva wooden houses create an ink-wash painting, and the deep blue of Sayram Lake with the reflection of snow-capped mountains forms a strong visual impact. In summer, the Altay region features grassland flower fields and snow-capped mountain pastures as its main attractions, with the aerial meadow of Nalati Grassland and the sunset over the winding river in Bayanbulak being must-visit spots for photography enthusiasts.
The train’s specially designed ‘mobile sightseeing’ mode allows tourists to switch between scenic spots without frequently moving their luggage, completing the transitions from the comfort of their compartments. For example, on Day 02, after departing from Urumqi, the train will stop at the Koktokay Scenic Area Station, where tourists can disembark for a 3-hour tour before continuing their journey and arriving in Altay in the evening; on Day 05, during the ‘Kanas-Chonghur-Colorful Beach’ section, the train will deliberately slow down to allow passengers to photograph the yardang landforms along the way through the panoramic windows.
🚂 Simple Itinerary (Summer Version)
▶ Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
▶ Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay (3-hour tour) – New Oriental Express – Altay
▶ Day 03:Altay – Self-drive on the Ahe Highway (4 hours) – Hemu Village (overnight in a wooden cabin)
▶ Day 04:Sunrise in Hemu – Kanas Lake (boat tour experience)
▶ Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur (light forest hiking) – Colorful Beach (sunset photography) – New Oriental Express special train
▶ Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake (self-drive around the lake) – Yining (Kazanqi Folk Village)
In-depth Experience on the New Oriental Express: 14-Day Comprehensive Guide to the Hemu Route in Northern Xinjiang✨▶ Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland (aerial meadow)
▶ Day 08:Nalati – Middle Section of the Duku Highway (Tangbula Hundred-Mile Gallery) – Bayanbulak (sunset over the winding river)
▶ Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of the Duku Highway (Big and Small Dragon Pools) – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express special train
▶ Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area (Muztagh Ata) – Taxkorgan
▶ Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar (night tour of the old city)
▶ Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan (Flaming Mountains) – New Oriental Express special train
▶ Day 13:Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Urumqi
▶ Day 14:Urumqi – See off the tour group
💰 Price Description (New Departures in 2026)
▶ May Departures:
Noble Gold Diamond (3 compartments):59,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond (4 compartments):54,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 compartments):49,999 yuan/person
[Route Highlights: Collision of a Mobile ‘Five-Star Hotel’ with Superb Natural Landscapes]Third/Fourth Person in the Same Compartment:30,000 yuan/person
▶ June Departures:
June 1st/30th:
Noble Gold Diamond:67,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond:62,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:56,999 yuan/person
Third/Fourth Person in the Same Compartment:30,000 yuan/person
June 11th/25th:
Noble Gold Diamond:69,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond:63,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:58,999 yuan/person
Third/Fourth Person in the Same Compartment:30,000 yuan/person
▶ September 3rd Departure:
Noble Gold Diamond:71,999 yuan/person
As a benchmark for high-end tourism trains in Xinjiang, the New Oriental Express redefines train travel with its ‘land cruise’ concept. The upgraded carriages in 2026 are equipped with bathrooms, constant temperature air conditioning, large observation windows, and underfloor heating throughout the train. Each carriage is recommended to have 3-5 compartments to maximize privacy and comfort. The northern Xinjiang route the train travels through connects high-quality natural landscapes such as Koktokay, Kanas, and Hemu Village, and incorporates unique experiences like self-driving on the Ahe Highway and traversing the Duku Highway, forming a unique travel mode of ‘sightseeing during the day and resting at night.’Royal Gold Diamond:65,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:59,999 yuan/person
Third/Fourth Person in the Same Compartment:30,000 yuan/person
▶ October Departures (Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Special Route):
October 15th/25th:
Noble Gold Diamond:44,999 yuan/person
Royal Gold Diamond:39,999 yuan/person
Platinum Gold Diamond:36,999 yuan/person
Third/Fourth Person in the Same Compartment:20,000 yuan/person
❗ Special Reminder:
The price includes accommodation throughout the special train journey, first entrance tickets to scenic areas, 10 dinners and 9 breakfasts, and local professional tour guide services; it does not include major transportation to and from Urumqi from various locations and secondary consumption items within scenic areas. The remaining seats for each departure and the final price are subject to the signed contract and may fluctuate according to market conditions.
📝 Registration Method
You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will provide you with a detailed itinerary explanation and contract signing service.
🌄 Detailed Introduction to the Route or Destination💡 Cost Description and Service Description
▶ Cost Includes:
Accommodation in the corresponding class compartment of the New Oriental Express (including bathroom)
Land first-class cabin bus transfers throughout the journey
13 nights of accommodation (including 3 nights in characteristic homestays)
10 dinners and 9 breakfasts (including special meals such as roast whole lamb banquet and cold-water fish banquet)
Professional tour guide + on-board doctor services
Travel accident insurance
▶ Cost Does Not Include:
Round-trip air tickets/train tickets to and from Urumqi from various locations
Secondary consumption such as battery-powered vehicles and boat tours within scenic areas
Personal consumption and self-funded items outside the itinerary
▶ Service Standards:
The autumn scenery in northern Xinjiang is among the best in China: From late September to mid-October, the larch and birch forests by Kanas Lake gradually turn golden, the morning mist in Hemu Village and the Tuva wooden houses create an ink-wash painting, and the deep blue of Sayram Lake with the reflection of snow-capped mountains forms a strong visual impact. In summer, the Altay region features grassland flower fields and snow-capped mountain pastures as its main attractions, with the aerial meadow of Nalati Grassland and the sunset over the winding river in Bayanbulak being must-visit spots for photography enthusiasts.Limited to 28 people per tour group to ensure service quality
Fresh fruit platters and mineral water provided daily
Humidifiers and charging ports equipped in compartments
No consumption shops arranged throughout the entire journey
⚠ ️ Precautions
▶ Document Requirements:Valid identification documents must be carried, and foreign tourists need to apply for a pass in advance
▶ Climate Adaptation:There is a large temperature difference between day and night in northern Xinjiang, so windbreakers and sun protection items should be prepared
▶ Special Instructions:The Duku Highway is recommended to be open from June to October each year, and the specific通行时间 (this seems to be a typo, likely meaning ‘opening time’) is subject to announcements
▶ Policy Changes:In case of force majeure factors (such as extreme weather), both parties can reasonably change the itinerary through mutual agreement
🌿 In-depth Experience Suggestions
1️⃣ Photography Enthusiasts:Prioritize the September departure and bring a 70-200mm telephoto lens to capture the morning mist in Kanas and the starry sky in Hemu
2️⃣ Parent-Child Families:The June departure has pleasant temperatures, and horseback riding experiences can be arranged in Nalati Grassland (with professional horsemen)
3️⃣ Food Explorers:In the Turpan section, a self-funded grape valley picking experience can be added (about 150 yuan/person)
4️⃣ Culture Enthusiasts:Professional讲解员 (tour guide) will be arranged in the old city of Kashgar to deeply interpret the architecture and handicrafts of various ethnic groups
The popularity of tourism in northern Xinjiang continues to rise, and some departures of the New Oriental Express in 2026 are already experiencing tight seat availability. It is recommended to consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency 30 days in advance to obtain the latest schedules and preferential information. This route that combines high-end transportation with pristine nature may become one of the most unforgettable entries on your travel list.
Contact Manager Zhang Jing at 18139622233 or WeChat 18139622233 to send itinerary and quotation
