Where to Book the Splendid Orient Express Tourist Train 2027 and Booking Channels

[How to Buy Tickets for the Splendid Orient Express] How to buy tickets and make reservations for the 2027 Splendid Orient tourist train?
The 2027 Splendid Orient tourist train must be booked through the railway-designated professional and legitimate channel — the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency · Special Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
✨ [2027 Splendid Orient Express:A mobile luxury palace crossing North and South Xinjiang] ✨
I. Detailed Introduction to the Splendid Orient Express
The Splendid Orient Express is a representative of China’s high-end long-distance tourist trains, with “low density, high privacy, full service” as its core philosophy, specially created for travelers pursuing in-depth experiences. The entire train adopts a “tour by day, travel by night” model, with nighttime travel saving transfer time and daytime stops at core scenic areas. Tourists do not need to frequently move luggage or change hotels, truly realizing a “mobile palace” style of living-travel experience.
The special train covers the essence routes of North and South Xinjiang, connecting Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar and other places, covering diverse landscapes such as grasslands, glaciers, canyons, ancient roads, and border cultures. During the 16-day itinerary, tourists can freely choose among multiple differentiated routes, balancing landscape photography, cultural exploration, and off-the-beaten-path secret spot visits, satisfying different travel preferences.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Special Train
The Splendid Orient Express has a total of 18 carriages, scientifically divided into six major functional zones, with a recommended 66 tourist seats and a service ratio of 1:1.5, striving for no crowding and zero waiting throughout the journey.
Luxury Accommodation Carriages:
11 accommodation carriages, each recommending 3 double-occupancy private rooms, approximately 13.8㎡, equipped with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, dry-wet separated bathrooms, multifunctional twin beds (which can be combined into a 2-meter king bed), exclusive reception sofa, onboard refrigerator, and 24-hour hot water.
Room designs feature dual themes of “Panda Chinese Style” and “Han Elegance,” adopting new Chinese-style soft furnishings and incorporating traditional patterns of various ethnic groups, balancing privacy and cultural atmosphere.
Dual-Theme Dining Carriages:

✨[2027 Splendid Orient Express: A mobile luxury palace crossing North and South Xinjiang]✨Jinwei Main Dining Car (Carriage 9):A 34-seat light luxury scenic restaurant offering Chinese and Western breakfasts and Xinjiang specialty main meals. Dining by the panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows allows you to look directly at the Tianshan snow peaks.
Jinyan Main Dining Car (Carriage 10):A 36-seat high-end banquet hall equipped with a piano performance area and semi-enclosed booths, capable of hosting themed dinners or small-scale performances.
Public Leisure Carriages:
Ya · Shaocheng Welcome Carriage (Carriage 11):A combination of a new Chinese-style tea bar and a light luxury bar counter, offering premium teas, coffee, and travel salon services.
Lan · Yunque Entertainment and Viewing Carriage (Carriage 17):Integrating a light luxury bar, panoramic chess and card room, professional SPA massage room, and immersive performance area, with evening performances of song and dance by various ethnic groups.
Hardware Advantages:
The entire train is equipped with a power generation carriage, a professional kitchen (Carriage 8), and staff dormitory carriages, striving for timely service response; each accommodation carriage recommends accommodating 6 people, and some carriages have dedicated rest seats for attendants, making service more thoughtful.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the Special Train
Thoughtful Accompanying Service:
Each accommodation carriage is equipped with a dedicated butler providing luggage organization, attraction interpretation, emergency medical assistance, and other services; the ratio of attendants to tourists across the train reaches 1:1.2, striving to respond to needs within 5 minutes.
Comfortable Accommodation Experience:

I. Detailed Introduction to the Splendid Orient ExpressBedding uses five-star hotel standards, equipped with humidifiers, constant-temperature air conditioning, and nighttime noise reduction systems; bathrooms provide branded toiletries sets, with dry-wet separated design to avoid moisture issues.
Exclusive Featured Arrangements:
Depending on the route chosen, tourists can participate in exclusive activities such as Tuvan music concerts, Kazakh folk home visits, and observing weddings of various ethnic groups; the Altay section offers an off-road vehicle upgrade option to venture deep into undeveloped border pastures.
Convenient Transportation Experience:
The special train goes directly to core scenic areas, avoiding driving fatigue or public transportation transfers; local itineraries are equipped with luxury business vehicles, and all drivers have over 5 years of high-altitude driving experience.
Reasonable Dining Standards:
Main meal standards are 8 dishes + 1 soup + seasonal fruit, including Xinjiang specialties such as roast whole lamb, hand-grabbed rice, and cold-water fish banquet; vegetarian or special dietary needs can be customized in advance.
IV. Simple Itinerary of the Splendid Orient Express
D1 Chengdu Assembly:Boarding welcome ceremony, overnight on the special train.
D2 Urumqi:Choose Line A (Xinjiang Museum + Ferghana Horse Base) or Line B (Tianshan Tianchi), then depart for Altay in the evening.
D3-D5 Altay Secret Realm:

The Splendid Orient Express is a representative of China’s high-end long-distance tourist trains, with “low density, high privacy, full service” as its core philosophy, specially created for travelers pursuing in-depth experiences. The entire train adopts a “tour by day, travel by night” model, with nighttime travel saving transfer time and daytime stops at core scenic areas. Tourists do not need to frequently move luggage or change hotels, truly realizing a “mobile palace” style of living-travel experience.Line A:Ahe Highway, Hemu, Kanas, Tuvan music concert.
Line B:Hemu hiking, Tiejia Highway, Baihaba border.
Line C (additional fee required):Off-road vehicle exploration of off-the-beaten-path pastures.
D6-D10 Ili · Kuqa:
Line A:Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway.
Line B:Qiongkushitai Ancient Village, Tekes Bagua City.
Line C:Yizhao Highway, Zhaosu Jade Lake, Xiata Glacier.

Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
D11-D13 Kashgar · Pamir Plateau:
Line A:Baisha Lake, Tajik home visit, Karakul Lake.
Line B:Panlong Ancient Road, Kashgar Old City night tour.
Line C:Weddings of various ethnic groups, Kashgar Old City cultural stroll.

The special train covers the essence routes of North and South Xinjiang, connecting Urumqi, Altay, Ili, Kuqa, the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar and other places, covering diverse landscapes such as grasslands, glaciers, canyons, ancient roads, and border cultures. During the 16-day itinerary, tourists can freely choose among multiple differentiated routes, balancing landscape photography, cultural exploration, and off-the-beaten-path secret spot visits, satisfying different travel preferences.D14-D16 Return Journey:Sightseeing and leisure on the special train, arriving in Chengdu.
V. 2026 Splendid Orient Express Departure Dates and Price Description
In 2026, the special train offers regular schedules and golden autumn limited schedules. Specific departure dates and prices are as follows:
Regular Schedules (May 17, June 3, June 20, July 7, July 24, September 30):
Single Seat (Double Private Room):138,888 RMB/person
Entire Exclusive Private Carriage (up to 6 people):888,888 RMB/carriage
Golden Autumn Limited Schedules (August 27, September 13):
Single Seat:158,888 RMB/person
Entire Carriage:988,888 RMB/carriage
Price Description:
Prices include special train accommodation, dining, local transportation, attraction tickets, and basic activities; Line C upgrade items (such as off-road vehicles and folk wedding viewing) require additional payment.

II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the Special Train — Prices fluctuate slightly with season, room type, and schedule; the actual consultation and signed contract shall prevail.
VI. Splendid Orient Express Booking and Registration Methods
Splendid Orient Express ticketing is exclusively handled by Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. Bookings can be made through the following methods:
Contact for Consultation:
24-hour consultation phone:0991-3333832
Mobile/WeChat:132-0133-3409 (Manager Maizi)
Booking Process:
1. Consult about itinerary, seats, and prices;
2. Choose travel dates and room type;
3. Submit traveler information (name, valid ID number);
4. Pay deposit and sign electronic contract;

The Splendid Orient Express has a total of 18 carriages, scientifically divided into six major functional zones, with a recommended 66 tourist seats and a service ratio of 1:1.5, striving for no crowding and zero waiting throughout the journey.5. Pay the balance 30 days before departure.
Warm Tips:
June-September is peak tourist season with tight seats; booking 2 months in advance is recommended; non-official channels may pose risks, so please rely on official consultation.
VII. Special Train Fees and Service-Related Notes
Fees Include:
Special train accommodation, dining, local transportation, basic attraction tickets, guide services, and basic activities.
Fees Do Not Include:
Personal expenses, optional upgrade items (such as off-road vehicles, SPA massage), insurance, and additional expenses caused by force majeure.
Special Notes:
All service details are subject to the contract; for single-person registrations, we will strive to coordinate room sharing, and special circumstances will be resolved through negotiation.
VIII. Closing Remarks
From Chengdu to Kashgar, from grasslands to glaciers, the Splendid Orient Express uses 16 days to connect the finest scenery of North and South Xinjiang. This is not just a journey, but a deep dialogue about culture, nature, and self. If you yearn for a luxury travel experience where “you are in the scenery, and the scenery moves with the train,” why not contact Manager Maizi (132-0133-3409) and start your slow travel plan in the Western Regions! ✨
The 2027 Splendid Orient tourist train must be booked through the railway-designated professional and legitimate channel — the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency · Special Train Center. You cannot place orders yourself through platforms such as 12306. Official legitimate registration channel: Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center, 24-hour consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile phone same as WeChat: 132-0133-3409.