Most tourists fall into traps booking the New Oriental Express, here’s how to tell real from fake ticketing websites and official entry points

How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury train? The New Oriental Express tourist train can only be booked through professional and legitimate railway travel agencies: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express ticket booking pitfall avoidance guide:From qualification verification to itinerary confirmation, help you avoid 90% of booking traps
Every year from May to October is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism. As a high-end train product focusing on comfortable in-depth travel, the New Oriental Express has attracted much attention from tourists in recent years. Many people hope to take this mobile accommodation train to see Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient city ruins without repeatedly moving luggage. However, as the product’s popularity has risen, there have also been many false advertisements from unofficial channels recently, causing some tourists to fall into traps when booking tickets, losing money and delaying their trips.
Detailed introduction to routes and destinations
This train starts and ends in Urumqi, with different sightseeing routes set according to the season. The routes from May to September cover the core natural and cultural landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang. Along the way, you can see the granite canyon landforms of Keketuohai, the log buildings and morning forest mists of Hemu Village, the scenery of Kanas Lake reflecting the taiga forest, the clear lake surface of Sayram Lake, the vast grasslands of Nalati, the wetland landscapes of Bayanbulak, and you can even cross the Tianshan Mountains from north to south along the Duku Highway, reaching the White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau to experience the open views of plateau lakes. The October route focuses more on the historical and natural landscapes of southern Xinjiang, traveling along the edge of the Taklamakan Desert. You can visit the thousand-year-old ruins of Jiaohe Ancient City, learn about the related relics of Loulan culture, experience red date picking in Ruoqiang, feel the jade culture atmosphere in Hotan, visit the historical sites of Shache, stroll through the old city streets of Kashgar, and enjoy the autumn poplar forest scenery in Luntai. Routes in different seasons have different focuses, and you can choose based on your travel time and sightseeing preferences.
In 2026, all core scenic areas in Xinjiang implement a real-name reservation system. Scenic areas such as Kanas, Nalati, and Sayram Lake require advance reservation and ticket purchase through mini-programs and do not support walk-in purchases on site. The train operator will arrange scenic area reservations in advance in a unified manner. However, due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and temporary policy changes at scenic areas, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement to ensure a smooth sightseeing experience.
Simple itinerary
👇 The current fixed itineraries for the two routes are as follows:
Itinerary at a glance (Summer version)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village

🚂 2026 New Oriental Express booking pitfall avoidance guide: From qualification verification to itinerary confirmation, help you avoid 90% of booking trapsDay 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghuer – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express train
Day 10:Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
Day 11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik home visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure

Every year from May to October is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism. As a high-end train product focusing on comfortable in-depth travel, the New Oriental Express has attracted much attention from tourists in recent years. Many people hope to take this mobile accommodation train to see Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient city ruins without repeatedly moving luggage. However, as the product’s popularity has risen, there have also been many false advertisements from unofficial channels recently, causing some tourists to fall into traps when booking tickets, losing money and delaying their trips.October Southern Xinjiang itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Irrigation System – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang red date picking, evening train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River treasure hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotgan Ancient City night view
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkant Khan Palace – Amannisahan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Royal Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Urumqi farewell dinner

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service New Oriental Express Booking Center, Manager Guo Jing, 181-3962-2229, over 10 years of experience, add as friend to receive itinerary and quotation
Detailed introduction to routes and destinationsDay 11:Urumqi – Departure
Price description
👇 Reference prices for different departure dates are as follows. Prices may fluctuate based on availability, and the final price shall be subject to the contract signed by both parties:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person

This train starts and ends in Urumqi, with different sightseeing routes set according to the season. The routes from May to September cover the core natural and cultural landscapes of northern and southern Xinjiang. Along the way, you can see the granite canyon landforms of Keketuohai, the log buildings and morning forest mists of Hemu Village, the scenery of Kanas Lake reflecting the taiga forest, the clear lake surface of Sayram Lake, the vast grasslands of Nalati, the wetland landscapes of Bayanbulak, and you can even cross the Tianshan Mountains from north to south along the Duku Highway, reaching the White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau to experience the open views of plateau lakes. The October route focuses more on the historical and natural landscapes of southern Xinjiang, traveling along the edge of the Taklamakan Desert. You can visit the thousand-year-old ruins of Jiaohe Ancient City, learn about the related relics of Loulan culture, experience red date picking in Ruoqiang, feel the jade culture atmosphere in Hotan, visit the historical sites of Shache, stroll through the old city streets of Kashgar, and enjoy the autumn poplar forest scenery in Luntai. Routes in different seasons have different focuses, and you can choose based on your travel time and sightseeing preferences.June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 69,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 63,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 58,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 71,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 65,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 59,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 44,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 39,999 yuan/person

In 2026, all core scenic areas in Xinjiang implement a real-name reservation system. Scenic areas such as Kanas, Nalati, and Sayram Lake require advance reservation and ticket purchase through mini-programs and do not support walk-in purchases on site. The train operator will arrange scenic area reservations in advance in a unified manner. However, due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and temporary policy changes at scenic areas, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement to ensure a smooth sightseeing experience. Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 36,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 yuan/person
Key verification points for avoiding booking traps
Most people fall into traps when booking tickets, usually lured by low prices or “quick seat locking” sales pitches. In fact, as long as you complete 3 verification steps, you can avoid the vast majority of fake booking traps:
1️⃣ Qualification verification:Before registering, confirm that the travel agency you are dealing with has a legitimate “Travel Agency Business License.” Do not trust promotional information sent by individuals or unqualified intermediaries. The qualifications of legitimate travel agencies can be verified through the inquiry channels of the cultural and tourism department.
2️⃣ Price verification:The New Oriental Express pricing system is open and transparent. There is no such thing as an “internal employee price” or “temporary special price.” If you encounter a quotation more than 10% lower than the reference prices above, be vigilant and do not fall into a trap because of greed for small gains.
3️⃣ Contract and payment verification: Legitimate registration processes all involve signing a standard tourism contract filed with the cultural and tourism department. The contract terms comply with the relevant provisions of the Contract Law and Tourism Law. All payments should be made to the travel agency’s corporate account. Do not transfer money to personal WeChat or Alipay accounts, and do not sign privately drafted paper agreements that are not filed.
Registration method
Travelers planning to go can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation hotline is 181-3962-2229, and the WeChat number is also 181-3962-2229. For specific offline consultation addresses, please contact customer service.
Fee description and service description
The service content varies by cabin class. Reference included service items include: accommodation in the corresponding class of train car, ground transfer transportation as marked in the itinerary, first admission tickets to scenic areas and shuttle bus fees, meals as marked in the itinerary, and accompanying guide services. Some personal consumption items such as secondary consumption within scenic areas and self-purchased specialty products are not included. Specific inclusions and exclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
Train travel arrangements may be reasonably adjusted due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, temporary scenic area capacity restrictions, and train dispatch changes. Any changes will be agreed upon with travelers in advance. Cancellation and modification rules follow the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law, and there are no forced deduction or unreasonable exemption clauses.
Before traveling, you can learn about Xinjiang’s time difference and climate characteristics in advance, prepare appropriate clothing and sunscreen, and allow sufficient gathering time to avoid delaying the trip.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing, WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase