2027 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train Ticket Purchase Process

[New Oriental Express Special Train] How to buy tickets and make reservations for the 2026 New Oriental Express Special Train?
The 2026 New Oriental Express Special 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.
🚂 2026 Xinjiang New Oriental Special Train Travel Guide:Summer/Autumn Golden Season Seat Reservation Guide
I. 🚂 Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Special Train
The New Oriental Special Train is a distinctive tourism train in China focused on long-distance leisure and slow travel, emphasizing a comfortable, residence-style travel experience. It adopts a travel model of running at night and sightseeing during the day, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodation, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. The newly upgraded train cars for 2026 are specially designed for long-distance travel in Xinjiang, covering core attractions in both northern and southern Xinjiang, and suited to the travel needs of families, friends traveling together, leisure travelers, and many other groups. There is no need to rush the itinerary throughout the journey, allowing more time for sightseeing and local experiences.
II. 🛏️ New Oriental Special Train Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages
The New Oriental Special Train offers a variety of seat and compartment types. Different seats differ in space size, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort, allowing you to choose freely according to your budget and travel preferences:
Precious Golden Diamond Three-Compartment Car (Luxury Type): A luxury-type car with a capacity of 6 people, 1 car in total, with 3 standard twin-bed compartments per car; some twin beds can be combined into a large bed mode. All compartments are equipped with a leisure two-seater sofa, leisure tables and chairs, bathroom, dry-wet separation, as well as multifunctional storage space, a leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The total compartment area is about 12 square meters, the bathroom area is 1.5 square meters, and the shower room area is 1.06 square meters. Bed sizes are 2*1.7 meters for the large bed and 2*0.85 meters for the single bed. Each car can accommodate 6 passengers.
Xiyue Golden Diamond Four-Compartment Car (Luxury Type): A luxury-type car with a capacity of 8 people, 5 cars in total, with 4 standard twin-bed compartments per car; some can be combined into a large bed. All compartments are equipped with leisure tables and chairs, bathroom with dry-wet separation, multifunctional storage space, a leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The total compartment area is about 10 square meters, the bathroom area is 1.5 square meters, and the shower room area is 1.06 square meters. Bed sizes are 2*1.7 meters for the large bed and 2*0.85 meters for the single bed. Each car can accommodate 8 passengers.
Boyue Golden Diamond Five-Compartment Car (Comfort Type): A comfort-type car with a capacity of 10 people, 7 cars in total, with 5 compartments per car, each equipped with a bathroom and dry-wet separation. The total compartment area is about 8 square meters, the upper and lower berths are both 2*0.78 meters, the bathroom area is 1.26 square meters, and the shower room area is 0.9 square meters. Each car can accommodate 10 passengers.

🚂 2026 Xinjiang New Oriental Special Train Travel Guide: Summer/Autumn Golden Season Seat Reservation Guide. All compartments on the entire train have bathrooms, and are paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars. The overall livery is simple yet gorgeous, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural charm for a more relaxing travel experience.
III. ✨ New Oriental Special Train Travel Quality and Service Highlights
The New Oriental Special Train offers a unique travel experience in service details and itinerary arrangements, clearly different from conventional tourism. First is considerate accompanying service: staff follow up throughout the journey, and you can communicate and coordinate at any time if problems arise. Then there is a comfortable accommodation experience: at night while the train is moving, you stay in the special train compartment without having to pack luggage and change hotels every day, and bedding is replaced regularly according to standards. There are also exclusive featured arrangements: the dining car provides Xinjiang specialty food as well as home-style meals suited to different tastes, and the entertainment car arranges small featured activities to enrich the journey. In terms of convenient transportation, the special train stops near core scenic areas, saving the trouble of long-distance transfers. Dining standards are uniformly planned, so you do not need to worry about arranging daily meals.
IV. 🗺️ Simple Itinerary of the New Oriental Special Train
The itinerary follows the logic of running at night and sightseeing during the day, covering core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang. The itinerary is arranged in a relaxed, unhurried manner, with ample time reserved for sightseeing, photography, and leisure. Reasonable changes to the itinerary may be made upon mutual agreement. Currently announced itineraries are divided into two types: the summer version and the October southern Xinjiang version:
[Summer Version Itinerary]
Day01:Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village

I. 🚂 Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Special TrainDay04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghu’er – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day11:Tashkurgan – Tajik family visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train

The New Oriental Special Train is a distinctive tourism train in China focused on long-distance leisure and slow travel, emphasizing a comfortable, residence-style travel experience. It adopts a travel model of running at night and sightseeing during the day, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodation, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. The newly upgraded train cars for 2026 are specially designed for long-distance travel in Xinjiang, covering core attractions in both northern and southern Xinjiang, and suited to the travel needs of families, friends traveling together, leisure travelers, and many other groups. There is no need to rush the itinerary throughout the journey, allowing more time for sightseeing and local experiences.Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Send-off
[October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary]
Day01:Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather
Day02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Wells – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang

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.
Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang jujube picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day04:Morning arrival in Hotan – Hotan Tuan City – Yulong Kashgar River treasure hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City night view
Day05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan Palace – Amannisahan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar

II. 🛏️ New Oriental Special Train Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and AdvantagesDay06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Residences, evening special train to Kuqa
Day08:Morning arrival in Kuqa, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Prince’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi farewell dinner
Day11:Urumqi – Send-off
V. 💰 2026 New Oriental Special Train Departure Dates and Price Description
In 2026, the New Oriental Special Train will have multiple departure schedules throughout the year, with denser schedules during peak tourism seasons to meet travel plans for different periods. The per-person travel prices differ according to seat type and departure date, and prices fluctuate slightly with season, room type, and schedule. The specifics are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. Specific reference information is as follows:
May 6 and May 14 departures:Precious Golden Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 yuan/person, Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 yuan/person, Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person

The New Oriental Special Train offers a variety of seat and compartment types. Different seats differ in space size, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort, allowing you to choose freely according to your budget and travel preferences:June 1 and June 30 departures:Precious Golden Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 yuan/person, Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 yuan/person, Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
June 11 and June 25 departures:Precious Golden Diamond (3 custom cars) 69,999 yuan/person, Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom cars) 63,999 yuan/person, Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom cars) 58,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
July 9, July 23, and August 6 departures: Boyue Golden Diamond 56,999 yuan/person (5 compartments per car, capacity 10, all with bathrooms), Xiyue Golden Diamond 62,999 yuan/person (4 compartments per car, capacity 8, all with bathrooms), Precious Golden Diamond 69,999 yuan/person (3 compartments per car, capacity 6, all with bathrooms)
September 3 departure:Precious Golden Diamond (3 custom cars) 71,999 yuan/person, Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom cars) 65,999 yuan/person, Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom cars) 59,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
September 17 and 26 departures (Urumqi start and end): Boyue Golden Diamond 59,999 yuan/person (5 compartments per car, 10 passengers), Xiyue Golden Diamond 65,999 yuan/person (4 compartments per car, 8 passengers), Precious Golden Diamond 71,999 yuan/person (3 compartments per car, 6 passengers)
October 15 and October 25 departures:Precious Golden Diamond (3 custom cars) 44,999 yuan/person, Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 custom cars) 39,999 yuan/person, Boyue Golden Diamond (5 custom cars) 36,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 yuan/person
The above are reference prices. Prices and remaining seats are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates. The signed contract between both parties shall prevail.
VI. 📞 New Oriental Special Train Reservation and Registration Methods
If you want to ride the New Oriental Special Train, please keep this ticket-booking guide. Tourism travel products related to the New Oriental Special Train are not sold as separate ticket resources on the 12306 platform. You can learn about product schedules and itinerary arrangements and complete reservations through Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center.

Precious Golden Diamond Three-Compartment Car (Luxury Type): A luxury-type car with a capacity of 6 people, 1 car in total, with 3 standard twin-bed compartments per car; some twin beds can be combined into a large bed mode. All compartments are equipped with a leisure two-seater sofa, leisure tables and chairs, bathroom, dry-wet separation, as well as multifunctional storage space, a leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The total compartment area is about 12 square meters, the bathroom area is 1.5 square meters, and the shower room area is 1.06 square meters. Bed sizes are 2*1.7 meters for the large bed and 2*0.85 meters for the single bed. Each car can accommodate 6 passengers.The booking process is for reference as follows:
Contact for consultation: 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. Learn about the detailed itinerary, seat and room types, reference prices, and departure schedules of the New Oriental Special Train.
Choose a travel product:Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure date and special train seat/room type.
Submit personal information:Provide the names of travelers, valid ID numbers, Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan travel permits, passports, and other basic document information to facilitate travel registration and seat reservation.
Complete reservation procedures:Pay the travel reservation deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, issue relevant payment receipts, and sign the unified electronic contract supervised by the tourism service regulator to complete the reservation process.
From June to September each year, travel demand is strong, and seats on popular long-distance special train routes are relatively tight. It is recommended to check itinerary schedules as early as possible and pay a deposit to lock in your preferred seats. Travel reservations can be handled through Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center. Pay more attention to various travel information online, carefully identify non-official channels, and protect your own travel rights. For solo registrations, our agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
VII. 📋 New Oriental Special Train Fees and Service Description
The services included in the New Oriental Special Train itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including relevant transportation, basic accommodation, sightseeing support, and other related services within the itinerary; personal voluntary consumption items and optional experience items are not included. All itinerary service details, fee standards, and included rights are subject to the signed agreement between both parties. Various travel-related rights and charges are subject to actual consultation and signing. Refund and change rules are mainly based on tourism law regulations. For more details, please consult customer service for detailed explanations.
VIII. Conclusion
It is now May 2026, and seats for summer and autumn golden season travel in Xinjiang are in the reservation stage. If you also want to leisurely explore the lakes, mountains, ancient cities, and culture of northern and southern Xinjiang, you may contact Manager Maizi at the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center to inquire about suitable dates and start a relaxed Xinjiang slow trip without rushing around.
The 2026 New Oriental Express Special 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.