New Oriental Express Tourism Special Train Ticket Purchase Essentials Official Channel Schedule Route Summary Recommended Routes Cost and Price
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation.
Explore the New Oriental Express:2026 In-Depth Experience Guide for the Tourism Special Train
🚂 Route Highlights:A mobile viewing platform traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourism special trains, the New Oriental Express has attracted numerous tourists since its upgrade in 2025 with its “Gold Diamond Class” carriage configuration and “one-price-includes-designated-items-in-the-itinerary” service model. The 2026 route covers two core areas: Kanas in northern Xinjiang and the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, connecting 12 cities and prefectures including Urumqi, Altay, Ili, and Kashgar. The itinerary includes in-depth experiences such as self-driving on the Ahe Highway and home visits to local families of various ethnic groups.
The train features fully enclosed carriage designs, with each carriage equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and a constant temperature air conditioning system. The Gold Diamond carriages come in three specifications: 3/4/5 compartments, all featuring 1.5-meter double beds and equipped with humidifiers, safes, and other facilities. The dining car offers meals with daily changing menus, including regional specialties such as roasted stuffed buns and pilaf.
📅 Itinerary Planning:Flexible choices between northern and southern Xinjiang versions
According to the newly arranged schedule for 2026, the route is divided into a Summer Panoramic Version (14 days) and an Autumn Southern Xinjiang Special Version (11 days), with specific itineraries as follows:
Summer Panoramic Version Itinerary
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Explore the New Oriental Express: 2026 In-Depth Experience Guide for the Tourism Special TrainDay 2:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – Altay
Day 3:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 4:Hemu – Kanas
Day 5:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – Special Train
Day 6:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 8:Nalati – Middle Section of the Duku Highway – Bayinbuluk
Day 9:Bayinbuluk – Southern Section of the Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
🚂Route Highlights: A mobile viewing platform traversing the north and south of the Tianshan MountainsDay 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:See off the group in Urumqi
Autumn Southern Xinjiang Special Version Itinerary
Day 1:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 2:Special Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Wells – Grape Manor – Ruoqiang
Day 3:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Jujube Picking – Hotan
Day 4:Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River – Night View of Yotkan Ancient City
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourism special trains, the New Oriental Express has attracted numerous tourists since its upgrade in 2025 with its “Gold Diamond Class” carriage configuration and “one-price-includes-designated-items-in-the-itinerary” service model. The 2026 route covers two core areas: Kanas in northern Xinjiang and the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, connecting 12 cities and prefectures including Urumqi, Altay, Ili, and Kashgar. The itinerary includes in-depth experiences such as self-driving on the Ahe Highway and home visits to local families of various ethnic groups.Day 5:Special Train to Yarkant – Yarkant Khan’s Palace – Kashgar
Day 6:Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 7:Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Kuqa Special Train
Day 8:Kuqa Grand Canyon – Kuqa Royal Palace – Resitan Old Street
Day 9:Luntai Populus Euphratica Forest – Urumqi Special Train
Day 10:Tianshan Tianchi – Farewell Dinner
Day 11:See off the group in Urumqi
💰 Cost Breakdown:Tiered Pricing and Preferential Policies
2026 New Pricing System (Unit:Yuan/person):
The train features fully enclosed carriage designs, with each carriage equipped with bathrooms, large observation windows, and a constant temperature air conditioning system. The Gold Diamond carriages come in three specifications: 3/4/5 compartments, all featuring 1.5-meter double beds and equipped with humidifiers, safes, and other facilities. The dining car offers meals with daily changing menus, including regional specialties such as roasted stuffed buns and pilaf.May Schedule:Noble Gold Diamond 59999 (3-person compartment) / Royal Gold Diamond 54999 (4-person) / Platinum Gold Diamond 49999 (5-person), 3rd and 4th persons 30000
June Schedule:67999/62999/56999, 3rd and 4th persons 30000 (June 11/25 schedules are 69999/63999/58999)
September Schedule:71999/65999/59999, 3rd and 4th persons 30000
October Schedule:44999/39999/36999, 3rd and 4th persons 20000
Cost Includes:Full soft sleeper on the special train, first entrance tickets to scenic spots, 10 breakfasts and 18 main meals, local star-rated accommodations, and professional tour guide services. Special Note: The October schedule includes the Populus Euphratica viewing period, with prices reduced by approximately 30% compared to other months, but the discount for the 3rd and 4th persons will be adjusted accordingly.
📝 Registration Guide:Official Channels to Protect Your Rights
You can register through the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to inquire about available seats 30 days in advance. Valid identification information is required for purchasing travel accident insurance when registering. Child quotations need to be calculated separately (children aged 2-12 not occupying a bed receive a 40% discount). Currently, seats for the October 15/25 schedules are tight, and group customization is accepted for the June schedule.
💡 Service Description:Transparent Consumption for Worry-Free Travel
Transportation Configuration:Using 25G air-conditioned trains, carriages are regularly disinfected and equipped with medical kits and oxygen production equipment
📅Itinerary Planning: Flexible choices between northern and southern Xinjiang versionsDining Standards:Main meals include 8 dishes and 1 soup, with 3 seasonal fruits. Special dietary needs must be notified in advance
Tour Guide Services:Each group is equipped with 1 full-time tour guide + 2 local tour guides, all certified
Emergency Support:Established green channels with top-tier hospitals along the route, and 800,000 yuan in travel insurance coverage for the entire journey
Special Reminders:
1. The specific departure time of the special train is subject to the final approval of the railway department. Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made through mutual agreement.
2. For single registrants, efforts will be made to coordinate room sharing. In special cases, a supplement will be required (specific amount to be determined by the contract).
3. Prices and availability are subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate with the schedule. It is recommended to verify again before signing the contract.
📞 Contact Information
For details, please consult Zhang Jing, the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Staff will provide itinerary manuals, contract templates, and the latest availability information. It is recommended to carefully read the terms of the “Tourism Service Contract” before registration, focusing on confirming cancellation and modification rules, responsibility division, and other content.
(Approximately 1800 words, information updated as of March 2026, subject to actual consultation and contract signing)
Contact Manager Yang Jia at phone number 13325559266 or WeChat 13325559266 to send the itinerary and quotation.
