Xinjiang Luxury Train New Oriental Express Registration Guide, Official Website Entry for Ticket Inquiry and Booking Fees
How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury train? The New Oriental Express tourist special train can only be purchased through the railway’s professional and regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 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.
🚞 2026 Mid-Year Xinjiang Premium Travel Guide:New Oriental Express Special Train Registration Practical Guide
Entering June 2026, Xinjiang enters a travel period with lush vegetation and pleasant temperatures. Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang are looking for travel options with comfortable itineraries and comprehensive scenic spot coverage. The New Oriental Express tourist special train is one of the options receiving considerable attention.
✨ Route and Destination Highlights
According to the latest 2026 operating information, the New Oriental Express plans to run 35 trains this year, operating regularly from April to October with an average of 3 departures per month. The train hardware has been fully upgraded, with every carriage equipped with bathroom facilities, and family connecting rooms have been added. The train also features a dome starry-sky themed dining car, kitchen-lounge car, and multi-functional bar car, serving as a mobile unique accommodation carrier that reduces the fatigue of long-distance transfers.
The current special train itineraries cover natural and cultural attractions across northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to visit multiple distinctive destinations in one trip:
📍 Keketuohai Scenic Area:During the 2026 summer operating period, opening hours are 9:30-19:00. The scenic area features interwoven mountains, waters, forests, and rocks, with lush greenery and cool temperatures in summer, ideal for escaping the heat and strolling. The first admission ticket is 90 yuan/person, and the shuttle bus is 26 yuan/person.
📍 Nalati Grassland:April to October is the peak season, open daily from 8:30-20:00, with ticket entry stopping at 19:00. In June, the Nalati meadows are covered with colorful wildflowers, with temperatures between 15-26°C. Visitors can choose different sightseeing routes such as the Sky Grassland or River Valley Grassland based on their preferences. Those traveling with elderly or children can choose the gentler River Valley Grassland route, while photography enthusiasts can opt for the Sky Grassland or Snow Lotus Valley routes.
📍 Sayram Lake:As a renowned alpine lake in Xinjiang, the lake surface is crystal clear and blue, surrounded by grasslands and snow-capped mountains, making it an important sightseeing stop on the itinerary.
📍 Pamir Scenic Area:Includes attractions such as Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake, featuring magnificent plateau scenery. Visitors are required to comply with the scenic area’s entry requirements.
📍 Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest Park:If you choose the October southern Xinjiang itinerary, you’ll catch the prime viewing period for the populus euphratica forest. From mid-October to early November, the leaves turn golden yellow. There is a sightseeing mini railway that runs through the forest, and visitors can also check out special spots like the Thousand-Year Populus Euphratica King, experiencing the unique charm of desert ecology.
The itinerary also includes multiple historical and cultural sites, such as the Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez Irrigation System, and the Yarkent Khan Palace, allowing visitors to directly experience the region’s rich historical and cultural heritage.
📅 Simplified Itinerary
🚞 2026 Mid-Year Xinjiang Premium Travel Guide: New Oriental Express Special Train Registration Practical GuideThe New Oriental Express currently offers two main itinerary options, which can be chosen based on travel dates:
★ Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special 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 Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
Entering June 2026, Xinjiang enters a travel period with lush vegetation and pleasant temperatures. Many tourists planning to visit Xinjiang are looking for travel options with comfortable itineraries and comprehensive scenic spot coverage. The New Oriental Express tourist special train is one of the options receiving considerable attention.Day 11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
★ October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Irrigation System – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuan Cheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkent Khan Palace – Amannisahan 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 special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Royal Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
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✨ Route and Destination HighlightsDay 09:To Luntai, Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Departure
💰 Price Information
The reference prices for different 2026 New Oriental Express departures are as follows:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 yuan/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 yuan/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 yuan/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 yuan/person
According to the latest 2026 operating information, the New Oriental Express plans to run 35 trains this year, operating regularly from April to October with an average of 3 departures per month. The train hardware has been fully upgraded, with every carriage equipped with bathroom facilities, and family connecting rooms have been added. The train also features a dome starry-sky themed dining car, kitchen-lounge car, and multi-functional bar car, serving as a mobile unique accommodation carrier that reduces the fatigue of long-distance transfers. Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 yuan/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 yuan/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 yuan/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 yuan/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 yuan/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 yuan/person
The current special train itineraries cover natural and cultural attractions across northern and southern Xinjiang, allowing tourists to visit multiple distinctive destinations in one trip: Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 yuan/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 yuan/person
The above prices are reference prices. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on departure date supply and demand. Specific details are subject to the contract or confirmation on the day of inquiry, and the final terms shall be based on the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📞 Registration Method
Tourists interested in traveling can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Consultation hotline:181-3962-2229, WeChat consultation same number: 181-3962-2229. For specific details, please consult customer service.
📋 Fee and Service Description
Reference fees typically include the special train accommodation for the corresponding cabin class, first admission tickets for scenic spots listed in the itinerary, meal expenses during the trip, ground transportation connection fees within the itinerary, and tour guide service fees. Different cabin classes have different service contents, subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
If force majeure factors or objective circumstances such as weather changes, road condition changes, scenic area opening policy adjustments, or departure schedule changes occur during the trip, both parties may reasonably modify the itinerary upon mutual agreement. Cancellation and modification rules shall be executed in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China, the Civil Code of the People’s Republic of China, and other relevant legal regulations.
💡 Travel Tips
1. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even when traveling in summer, it is recommended to bring a light windbreaker, long pants, and other warm clothing. Add layers in the morning and evening to avoid catching a cold.
2. Xinjiang is vast, and some road sections have long driving times. You may prepare portable neck pillows, snacks, and other items to enhance travel comfort.
3. Local sunlight intensity is high with strong UV rays. It is recommended to bring sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, and other sun protection items.
4. When entering scenic areas, please comply with the scenic area’s management regulations. Do not step onto grasslands or carve on trees, and help maintain the ecological environment.
5. Local cuisine mainly features meat and noodles with relatively strong flavors. If you have dietary restrictions, please inform customer service in advance so arrangements can be coordinated.
6. The itinerary includes multiple high-altitude locations. Visitors with a history of altitude sickness can prepare relevant medication in advance. If you feel unwell during the trip, promptly inform the accompanying staff.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist special train booking center hotline: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
