How Much Does the New Oriental Express Special Train Cost 2026 Yili Route Quotes + Itinerary Tips Recommended Route Cost and Price
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
Explore the Silk Road Charm:In-depth Experience of the 2026 Yili Route on the New Oriental Express Train 🚂
🌄 Detailed introduction to the route or destination
As a representative of domestic high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Train is built to the standard of a “mobile five-star hotel”. After its upgrade in 2025, the entire train adopts shockproof and soundproof technology, equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and 24-hour butler service. The 2026 route covers three core areas: Kanas in Northern Xinjiang, the Pamir Plateau in Southern Xinjiang, and the Yili River Valley, connecting diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts to meet the needs of in-depth travel.
The Yili River Valley section is one of the highlights of the 2026 route:During the lavender bloom in June, the train will stop at the Princess Jieyou Farm in Huocheng, where tourists can participate in flower field picking. During the opening of the Duku Highway in September, the special train arranges a special crossing of the southern section, where you can see the Danxia landform wonders of the Kuqa Grand Canyon along the way. According to 2026 Xinjiang cultural and tourism data, the average summer temperature in the Yili region is 22-28°C, with a day-night temperature difference of up to 10°C. It is recommended to bring windproof jackets and sun protection items.
🗺 ️Simple Itinerary (Summer Version)
Based on recent group schedules, the summer route combines the natural beauty of Northern Xinjiang with the cultural aspects of Yili. The specific itinerary is as follows:
▶ Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
▶ Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express Train – Koktokay – Altay
▶ Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village (Experience Tuwa wooden houses)
▶ Day 04:Hemu – Kanas (Climb Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of the lake)
Explore the Silk Road Charm: In-depth Experience of the 2026 Yili Route on the New Oriental Express Train 🚂▶ Day 05:Kanas – Chonghu’er – Colorful Beach – Special Train
▶ Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake (Cycling experience around the lake) – Yining
▶ Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland (Participate in home visits with people of various ethnic groups)
▶ Day 08:Nalati – Middle section of Duku Highway – Bayinbuluk (Sunset at the Nine-Curve Eighteen-Bend)
▶ Day 09:Bayinbuluk – Southern section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – Special Train
▶ Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
▶ Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik home visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
▶ Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – Special Train
▶ Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi (Complimentary dried fruit gift box)
▶ Day 14:Urumqi – See off the group
💰 Price Description
🌄Detailed introduction to the route or destinationThe 2026 group schedules and fees are as follows (subject to the signed contract):
May 6, May 14
Noble Gold Diamond (3 compartments):59,999 yuan/person
Royal Jade Gold Diamond (4 compartments):54,999 yuan/person
Platinum Jade Gold Diamond (5 compartments):49,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth persons:30,000 yuan/person
June 1, June 30
Noble Gold Diamond:67,999 yuan/person
Royal Jade Gold Diamond:62,999 yuan/person
Platinum Jade Gold Diamond:56,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth persons:30,000 yuan/person
As a representative of domestic high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Train is built to the standard of a “mobile five-star hotel”. After its upgrade in 2025, the entire train adopts shockproof and soundproof technology, equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and 24-hour butler service. The 2026 route covers three core areas: Kanas in Northern Xinjiang, the Pamir Plateau in Southern Xinjiang, and the Yili River Valley, connecting diverse landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts to meet the needs of in-depth travel.June 11, June 25
Noble Gold Diamond:69,999 yuan/person
Royal Jade Gold Diamond:63,999 yuan/person
Platinum Jade Gold Diamond:58,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth persons:30,000 yuan/person
September 3
Noble Gold Diamond:71,999 yuan/person
Royal Jade Gold Diamond:65,999 yuan/person
Platinum Jade Gold Diamond:59,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth persons:30,000 yuan/person
October 15, October 25 (Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Special Route)
The Yili River Valley section is one of the highlights of the 2026 route: During the lavender bloom in June, the train will stop at the Princess Jieyou Farm in Huocheng, where tourists can participate in flower field picking. During the opening of the Duku Highway in September, the special train arranges a special crossing of the southern section, where you can see the Danxia landform wonders of the Kuqa Grand Canyon along the way. According to 2026 Xinjiang cultural and tourism data, the average summer temperature in the Yili region is 22-28°C, with a day-night temperature difference of up to 10°C. It is recommended to bring windproof jackets and sun protection items.Noble Gold Diamond:44,999 yuan/person
Royal Jade Gold Diamond:39,999 yuan/person
Platinum Jade Gold Diamond:36,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth persons:20,000 yuan/person
Price includes:Accommodation on the special train, ground transportation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, 8 dinners and 7 breakfasts, and guide services. Prices may fluctuate based on market supply and demand, and the final price is subject to the contract issued by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📝 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. You need to submit valid identification information and a health commitment letter 30 days in advance. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will assist with the contract signing process. The availability of remaining seats is subject to real-time inquiry.
💡 Fee Description and Service Description
Fees include:Soft sleeper compartments on the special train, ground business vehicle transfers, scenic spot tickets, all meals (including 3 special meals), guide, and butler services.
Fees do not include:Personal consumption, (single registrants will do their best to be arranged to share a room), and voluntary entertainment projects.
Service standards:Each carriage is equipped with 1 butler, providing fresh fruit platters and midnight snacks daily; the scenic spot tour time is not less than 4 hours, avoiding a rushed visit.
🗺️Simple Itinerary (Summer Version)Special Instructions:In case of extreme weather or policy changes, the itinerary can be reasonably changed after mutual agreement between both parties, subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
📌 Precautions
Identification requirements:You need to bring the original valid identification that is valid for more than 6 months.
Equipment suggestions:Bring sunscreen and sunglasses from June to August; prepare a windbreaker for the low temperatures in mountainous areas from September to October.
Health tips:The signal is weak in some sections during the train’s journey, so it is recommended to download offline maps in advance; those with a history of altitude sickness should choose the Pamir section with caution.
Cultural etiquette:Shoes must be removed when visiting, and do not touch the Quran; consent must be obtained before photographing residents of various ethnic groups.
🌿 Route Design Highlights
Off-peak tours:Kanas is arranged for morning entry to avoid peak travel group times.
In-depth experience:Nalati Grassland offers a 2-hour horseback riding lesson, and Hemu Village arranges Tuwa folk culture lectures.
Food map:Turpan arranges grape valley picking + home banquets with people of various ethnic groups, and the Old City of Kashgar offers complimentary afternoon tea at a century-old tea house.
Photography guarantee:Each group is accompanied by a professional photographer for shooting, with 10 refined photos and all raw images complimentary.
According to 2026 Xinjiang Railway news, the New Oriental Express Train is recommended to operate 12 group schedules throughout the year, with a maximum capacity of 80 people per group. It is recommended to book 60 days in advance. For details on the October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Special Route, you can request an itinerary brochure from customer service manager Zhang Jing. The opening times of all scenic spots involved in the itinerary have been verified to minimize the risk of closures.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation
