Nanny level New Oriental Express Ticket Booking Guide, Official Booking Website Direct Access, Complete Booking Process Breakdown
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 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 Ultimate Booking Guide | Full Process from Choosing a Departure Date to Departure
Many friends who want to explore Xinjiang in depth are often troubled by long-distance transfers and the hassle of frequently packing luggage and changing hotels. The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express offers a more comfortable option for such needs. As a high-quality tourist train, the New Oriental Express integrates accommodation, dining, and leisure entertainment functions, adopting a “train follows passengers” model, allowing tourists to easily visit the highlights of both northern and southern Xinjiang without frequently packing and transferring.
The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express consists of 18 carriages, including high-end soft sleeper cars, bar cars, kitchen-lounge cars, dining cars, and other functional carriages. All soft sleeper compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, and separate wet-dry bathrooms, so you no longer need to worry about inconvenient washing during the journey. The entire train is also equipped with elderly-friendly facilities, including anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, and temperature control systems, with onboard medical staff accompanying the entire journey, making it very friendly for elderly travelers. The train’s kitchen-lounge car has a dedicated chef team, offering authentic Xinjiang cuisine while also adjusting dishes according to travelers’ dietary preferences and health conditions, including light and nutritious meals specially customized for senior travelers. During leisure time, guests can relax in the multi-functional carriage’s KTV or leisure bar. The journey also features themed activities such as special song and dance performances and interactions with intangible cultural heritage inheritors, allowing you to immerse yourself in the charm of Xinjiang’s unique culture right from the train.
Next, let’s break down the complete booking process and answer questions about itineraries, prices, and services.
✨ 1. First, match the itinerary and departure date that suits you
The New Oriental Express offers different itineraries for different time periods. You can choose based on your travel time and the scenery you want to see:
If traveling from May to September, you can choose the summer version panoramic itinerary, covering Keketuohai, Hemu Village, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland in northern Xinjiang, as well as the Pamir Scenic Area, Kashgar, Turpan, and other highlights in southern Xinjiang. If traveling in October, you can choose the southern Xinjiang exclusive itinerary, which coincides with the prime viewing period for poplar forests and allows in-depth visits to cultural sites such as the Loulan Museum, Yotgan Ancient City, and Shache Royal Palace.
The simplified itineraries for the bookable departure dates are as follows:
📅 Quick Itinerary Overview (Summer Version)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
🚞 2026 New Oriental Express Ultimate Booking Guide | Full Process from Choosing a Departure Date to DepartureDay 05:Kanas – Chonghur – 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 – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
📅 October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Irrigation System – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Many friends who want to explore Xinjiang in depth are often troubled by long-distance transfers and the hassle of frequently packing luggage and changing hotels. The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express offers a more comfortable option for such needs. As a high-quality tourist train, the New Oriental Express integrates accommodation, dining, and leisure entertainment functions, adopting a “train follows passengers” model, allowing tourists to easily visit the highlights of both northern and southern Xinjiang without frequently packing and transferring.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 Tuan Cheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotgan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkant Khan Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha 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 – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Departure
✨ 2. Reference prices for corresponding departure dates
The current reference prices for each departure period are as follows. Prices and availability may fluctuate with departure dates. The final price is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties:
💴 May 6, May 14
Zungui Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person
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The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express consists of 18 carriages, including high-end soft sleeper cars, bar cars, kitchen-lounge cars, dining cars, and other functional carriages. All soft sleeper compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, and separate wet-dry bathrooms, so you no longer need to worry about inconvenient washing during the journey. The entire train is also equipped with elderly-friendly facilities, including anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, and temperature control systems, with onboard medical staff accompanying the entire journey, making it very friendly for elderly travelers. The train’s kitchen-lounge car has a dedicated chef team, offering authentic Xinjiang cuisine while also adjusting dishes according to travelers’ dietary preferences and health conditions, including light and nutritious meals specially customized for senior travelers. During leisure time, guests can relax in the multi-functional carriage’s KTV or leisure bar. The journey also features themed activities such as special song and dance performances and interactions with intangible cultural heritage inheritors, allowing you to immerse yourself in the charm of Xinjiang’s unique culture right from the train. Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
💴 June 1, June 30
Zungui Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
💴 June 11, June 25
Zungui Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
💴 September 3
Zungui Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
Next, let’s break down the complete booking process and answer questions about itineraries, prices, and services.💴 October 15, October 25
Zungui Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
✨ 3. Complete booking process breakdown
1. Plan your travel needs in advance
Before consulting, confirm your expected travel dates, number of companions, and compartment requirements. For example, if 3-4 people are traveling together, you can prioritize the Boyue Gold Diamond compartment and enjoy the discount policy for the third and fourth persons. If traveling as a family with children, inform the staff whether you need connecting compartments and check availability for the corresponding configuration in advance.
2. Contact staff to check availability
You can consult and book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The consultation hotline is 181-3962-2229, and the WeChat ID is also 181-3962-2229. Inform the staff of your travel needs to check availability for the corresponding departure dates. For address-related questions, you can directly consult customer service.
3. Confirm itinerary and service details
After availability is confirmed, staff will share the specific itinerary arrangements, included and excluded items, and important notes. Any questions can be discussed and confirmed with staff on the spot. Please note that due to weather, road conditions, scenic area policies, and other factors, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement, and the specific arrangements are subject to actual travel conditions.
4. Sign a formal tourism contract
After both parties agree on the itinerary, price, and services, you can sign a formal tourism contract and pay the corresponding amount as agreed to complete the booking. Cancellation and modification rules follow the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law, so you don’t need to worry about your rights not being protected.
✨ 1. First, match the itinerary and departure date that suits you5. Receive the departure notice and prepare for travel
3-7 days before departure, staff will send a detailed departure notice informing you of the gathering time and location, items to bring, travel precautions, and more. Just follow the requirements to prepare for your trip.
✨ 4. Fee description and service description
The current reference included items generally cover: accommodation in the corresponding class of New Oriental Express compartment, first admission tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary, ground transportation transfer fees within the itinerary, meal fees listed in the itinerary, tour guide service fees, onboard medical support fees, travel accident insurance fees, etc. The specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing, and service content may vary slightly between departure dates.
The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express also adds many thoughtful services, such as temperature control systems in compartments that allow you to adjust the temperature as needed. If you have special dietary requirements, you can communicate with staff in advance and the chef team will try to accommodate. Staff also help carry luggage throughout the journey, so you don’t have to haul your bags on and off the train yourself, making the travel experience more relaxed.
✨ 5. Travel tips
✅ Please carry valid personal identification documents with you when traveling. Most scenic areas and public places in Xinjiang require identity verification for entry.
✅ Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. Even when traveling in summer, it is recommended to bring a lightweight windproof and warm jacket, as well as sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, and other sun protection items.
✅ Please fasten your seatbelt during the ride. During scenic area tours, do not leave the group without permission and do not enter undeveloped or unopened wilderness areas to avoid danger.
✅ When taking photos, please follow the scenic area’s relevant regulations. Do not climb over guardrails or step on unstable rocks. Take photos while ensuring your own safety.
✅ Please take your trash with you during the trip and do not litter, to jointly maintain the cleanliness of the scenic areas.
✅ Open fires are prohibited in Xinjiang’s forest and grassland areas. Do not discard cigarette butts to avoid fire hazards.
✅ Mountain weather is changeable, and some scenic areas or roads may be temporarily closed due to extreme weather. In such cases, please cooperate with staff arrangements. Safety is always the top priority.
✅ If you encounter any problems, you can contact the tour guide or travel agency staff in a timely manner, or call the 12345 tourism complaint hotline to report related issues.
Finally, we want to remind everyone that availability on the New Oriental Express is limited. We recommend that friends planning to travel book 1-2 months in advance to secure your preferred departure date and compartment type.
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
