New Oriental Express Xiyue Golden Diamond Cabin Booking Requirements and North South Xinjiang Special Train Notice

How to buy tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist train? The New Oriental Express luxury tourist train must be purchased through the railway’s professional and legitimate travel agency channel: the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
“New Oriental Express Exclusive for Middle-Aged and Elderly Travelers:A Complete Guide to the 14-Day In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang”
🌄 [Route Highlights:A “Mobile Five-Star Hotel” Designed Specifically for Middle-Aged and Elderly Travelers]
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express, after its all-new upgrade in 2026, better meets the needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers:
Mobile Scenic Observation Cabin:The entire train features 270° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. During daytime travel, passengers can enjoy views of the Tianshan Mountains, the Gobi Desert, grasslands, and other landscapes at any time. At night, the train stops at core scenic areas, achieving an in-depth experience of “sightseeing by day, traveling by night.”
Elderly-Friendly Facilities:The carriages are equipped with constant-temperature air conditioning, widened soft sleeper berths (90 cm wide), emergency call buttons, and barrier-free access. Each carriage is staffed with a dedicated steward providing 24-hour service.
Medical Support:The team is equipped with AED emergency equipment and basic medicines, and green channels have been established with Grade 3A hospitals along the route. Blood pressure and blood sugar are monitored daily during the trip (health conditions must be disclosed in advance).
Slow-Paced Arrangement:The average daily travel time does not exceed 4 hours, and sightseeing time at attractions is extended by 30%, avoiding superficial whirlwind tours.
🚂 [2026 Latest Simplified Itinerary]
According to the current operating plan, the special train has two main routes, northern and southern Xinjiang. The following is the summer itinerary:
14-Day Panoramic Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Day 1:Travel from various places to Urumqi for assembly (check in to a four-star hotel, airport pickup included)
Day 2:Urumqi → New Oriental Express → Koktokay (3-hour geopark tour) → Altay (overnight on the special train)

“New Oriental Express Exclusive for Middle-Aged and Elderly Travelers: A Complete Guide to the 14-Day In-Depth Tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang”Day 3:Altay → Ahe Highway (stops at 3 viewing platforms along the way) → Hemu Village (Tuvan family visit + bonfire party)
Day 4:Hemu → Kanas (climb the Fish Viewing Platform + hike the Three Bays, with folding chairs and rest areas provided)
Day 5:Kanas → Chonghu’er (Kazakh folk village) → Five-Colored Beach (sunset photography) → special train
Day 6:Jinghe → Sayram Lake (4-hour lake tour, with lake-loop electric shuttle provided) → Yining (overnight on the special train)
Day 7:Yining → Nalati Grassland (in-depth tour of the Sky Grassland, including a family banquet with people of all ethnic groups)
Day 8:Nalati → Middle Section of the Duku Highway (birdwatching at Bayanbulak Wetland, with binoculars provided)
Day 9:Bayanbulak → Southern Section of the Duku Highway → Kuqa Grand Canyon (geological interpretation service) → special train
Day 10:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Pamir Scenic Area (high-altitude acclimatization rest stop) → Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan → Tajik family visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar (interpretation service)
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Karez Culture Museum + grape estate picking) → special train
Day 13:Turpan → Urumqi (light hike at Tianshan Tianchi, with trekking poles provided)
Day 14:Departure from Urumqi (including city sightseeing bus tour)
💸 [2026 Price Description]

🌄[Route Highlights: A “Mobile Five-Star Hotel” Designed Specifically for Middle-Aged and Elderly Travelers]The current tiered pricing policy applies (prices may fluctuate with the market; contract confirmation shall prevail):
Peak Season (May-June, September):
Precious Golden Diamond (3 compartments):59,999-71,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 compartments):54,999-65,999 yuan/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 compartments):49,999-59,999 yuan/person
Third/Fourth person in the same cabin:30,000 yuan/person
Shoulder Season (October):
Precious Golden Diamond:44,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond:39,999 yuan/person
Boyue Golden Diamond:36,999 yuan/person
Third/Fourth person in the same cabin:20,000 yuan/person
Special Notice:

As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express, after its all-new upgrade in 2026, better meets the needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers:Cost Includes:Soft sleeper throughout the special train journey, 13 nights of accommodation (including 5 nights on the special train), 25 main meals (including 8 specialty meals), first-tier tickets to attractions, professional tour guides, and medical support

Guo Jing, Manager of the New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train Booking Center at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, 181-3962-2229, with more than 10 years of experience and rich expertise. Add as a friend to receive itineraries and quotations
Cost Excludes:Personal expenses, (resolved through negotiation), secondary consumption items within scenic areas
📝 [Registration Method]
Registration is available through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The process is as follows:
Phone Consultation:Call 181-3962-2229 to obtain the latest availability information (service hours 9:00-21:00)
WeChat Reservation:Add WeChat 181-3962-2229 and send “New Oriental Express + travel date + number of people”
Offline Consultation:Contact customer service for the detailed address (advance appointment required)
Contract Signing and Payment:Corporate transfer and Alipay installment are supported (qualification review required)
💰 [Cost and Service Description]
Payment Policy:
A 30% deposit is required at registration, with the balance paid 30 days before departure
7-day cancellation or modification per agreement is supported (incurred costs will be deducted)
Service Standards:

Mobile Scenic Observation Cabin: The entire train features 270° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. During daytime travel, passengers can enjoy views of the Tianshan Mountains, the Gobi Desert, grasslands, and other landscapes at any time. At night, the train stops at core scenic areas, achieving an in-depth experience of “sightseeing by day, traveling by night.”Each group is limited to 28 people, with 1 national escort guide + 2 local guides
Free Wi-Fi, charging ports, and 24-hour hot water are provided on the special train
5 health checks (blood pressure/blood sugar monitoring) are arranged throughout the trip
Special Commitment:
If the itinerary must be changed due to force majeure, both parties may agree to change to attractions of equivalent value
No shopping stops are arranged throughout the trip, and sightseeing time at attractions is controlled independently
📌 [2026 Latest Notes]
Document Requirements:Original valid identification documents with a validity of more than 6 months must be carried
Equipment Suggestions:
For the high-altitude section (Pamir Scenic Area), sunscreen, sunglasses, and oxygen bottles should be prepared
For the grassland section, windproof jackets and comfortable hiking shoes are recommended
Policy Notes:

Elderly-Friendly Facilities: The carriages are equipped with constant-temperature air conditioning, widened soft sleeper berths (90 cm wide), emergency call buttons, and barrier-free access. Each carriage is staffed with a dedicated steward providing 24-hour service.Scenic area opening hours may change with the seasons; the pre-departure notice shall prevail
The Duku Highway is usually open from June to October (may be closed in extreme weather)
Health Management:
Visitors over 70 years old must provide a health certificate from a Grade 3A hospital
Daily walking during the trip is controlled within 5,000 steps
🌿 [Northern and Southern Xinjiang Seasonal Guide]
May-June:Flower sea season in the Ili River Valley; wildflowers bloom on the Nalati Grassland
July-August:The entire Duku Highway is open; Kanas Lake shows its best water colors
September-October:Golden season for poplar forests in southern Xinjiang; autumn charm is strong in Kashgar Old Town
November-April:The special train is suspended for maintenance; some scenic areas are closed
📞 [Emergency Contact]
24-Hour Customer Service Hotline:181-3962-2229
Xinjiang Tourism Complaint Hotline:0991-12345 (area code + 12345)
The current special train operates under a “small-group boutique” model, with 12 compartments recommended for opening each period. Booking 60 days in advance is recommended. Specific itinerary details and contract terms shall be subject to the final confirmation of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. A detailed “Pre-Departure Handbook” and “Health Management Guide” will be provided before departure.
2027 Xinjiang New Oriental Express Tourist Train Booking Center Phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase