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How to buy and book tickets for the New Oriental Express luxury tourist train? The 2026 New Oriental Express luxury tourist train is a customized light-luxury tourist train on the railway network. It does not open a 12306 ticket-purchasing channel; seats are uniformly allocated by authorized cooperative cultural tourism agencies. To register for a trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s train center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for seat selection, sign up, and check departure schedules, remaining seats, travel policies, and itinerary details in real time.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour New Experience Guide
Many friends planning to travel to Xinjiang have similar concerns: Xinjiang is vast, attractions are far apart, long car rides are tiring, and frequent packing and unpacking for different accommodations greatly reduces travel comfort. The fully upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express features a slow-travel model of “depart in the evening, arrive in the morning, scenery moves with the train,” which precisely solves these travel pain points and brings tourists a worry-free, comfortable in-depth Xinjiang experience.
🚂 Basic Train Introduction and Positioning
The New Oriental Express is a high-quality tourist train created for domestic and international travelers. The 2026 upgraded train body makes its debut, operating from April to October each year, with routes covering more than 20 natural and cultural attractions across northern and southern Xinjiang. Unlike traditional rushed sightseeing tours, this train’s core positioning is immersive slow travel: tourists rest on the train at night and explore on the ground during the day, without wasting daytime hours on the road or repeatedly packing luggage for hotel changes, greatly enhancing travel comfort. In addition to basic accommodation and dining functions, the train is equipped with dedicated butlers and onboard medical staff. The itinerary also includes intangible cultural heritage experiences such as mulberry paper rubbing, allowing tourists to gain a deep understanding of Xinjiang’s history and culture while enjoying the scenery.
🛏 ️ Train Compartment Introduction
In 2026, the New Oriental Express will launch 2 new train sets: luxury and comfort types. The overall paint is simple yet magnificent, with color designs incorporating Xinjiang’s natural landscape features. All passenger compartments on the train are equipped with bathrooms, along with newly built dining cars and entertainment cars, ensuring a more reliable travel experience. The three types of compartments are configured as follows:
【New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond 3-Bedroom Compartment】Belongs to the luxury carriage, with a capacity of 6 people per carriage, featuring 3 standard twin-bed compartments, some of which can be combined into king-bed mode. All compartments are equipped with a leisure double sofa, leisure table and chairs, separate wet/dry bathroom, multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The total compartment area is approximately 12 square meters, bathroom area 1.5 square meters, shower area 1.06 square meters, king bed size 2*1.7 meters, single bed size 2*0.85 meters.

🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour New Experience Guide【New Oriental Express Xiyue Gold Diamond 4-Bedroom Compartment】Belongs to the luxury carriage, with a capacity of 8 people per carriage, featuring 4 standard twin-bed compartments, some of which can be combined into king-bed mode. All compartments are equipped with leisure table and chairs, separate wet/dry bathroom, multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The total compartment area is approximately 10 square meters, bathroom area 1.5 square meters, shower area 1.06 square meters, king bed size 2*1.7 meters, single bed size 2*0.85 meters.
【New Oriental Express Boyue Gold Diamond 5-Bedroom Compartment】Belongs to the comfort carriage, with a capacity of 10 people per carriage, featuring 5 compartments, each equipped with a separate wet/dry bathroom. The total compartment area is approximately 8 square meters, with bunk bed dimensions of 2*0.78 meters, bathroom area 1.26 square meters, and shower area 0.9 square meters.
The 2026 new train body is being put into use for the first time this year. The train departs uniformly from Urumqi. Currently, boarding in Urumqi is recommended. You can consult the travel agency later to learn whether other boarding points are available.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary and 2026 Departure Dates
Currently, the New Oriental Express offers two types of products: the summer northern Xinjiang in-depth itinerary and the October southern Xinjiang exclusive itinerary. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with about 6 to 8 hours of sightseeing per day and ample rest time, with no night driving. Reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement.
Summer Version Itinerary
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay

Many friends planning to travel to Xinjiang have similar concerns: Xinjiang is vast, attractions are far apart, long car rides are tiring, and frequent packing and unpacking for different accommodations greatly reduces travel comfort. The fully upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express features a slow-travel model of “depart in the evening, arrive in the morning, scenery moves with the train,” which precisely solves these travel pain points and brings tourists a worry-free, comfortable in-depth Xinjiang experience.Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express 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 Train

🚂 Train Basic Introduction and PositioningDay10:Kashgar -白沙湖 – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
Day11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Irrigation System – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang

The New Oriental Express is a high-quality tourist train created for domestic and international travelers. The 2026 upgraded train body makes its debut, operating from April to October each year, with routes covering more than 20 natural and cultural attractions across northern and southern Xinjiang. Unlike traditional rushed sightseeing tours, this train’s core positioning is immersive slow travel: tourists rest on the train at night and explore on the ground during the day, without wasting daytime hours on the road or repeatedly packing luggage for hotel changes, greatly enhancing travel comfort. In addition to basic accommodation and dining functions, the train is equipped with dedicated butlers and onboard medical staff. The itinerary also includes intangible cultural heritage experiences such as mulberry paper rubbing, allowing tourists to gain a deep understanding of Xinjiang’s history and culture while enjoying the scenery.Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuan Cheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05:Train to Shache – Yarkent Khan Palace – Amannisahan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day06:White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Folk Houses, evening train to Kuqa
Day08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Royal Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day09:To Luntai, Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest, evening train to Urumqi

🛏️ Train Compartment IntroductionDay10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
Confirmed 2026 departure dates include:May 6, May 14, June 1, June 11, June 25, June 30, September 3, October 15, October 25.
💰 Price Description
Reference prices for different departure dates are as follows. Prices are current reference ranges and may fluctuate based on seat availability. The final confirmation at contract signing shall prevail:
May 6, May 14:Premium Gold Diamond (3-customized carriage) 59,999 RMB/person, Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-customized carriage) 54,999 RMB/person, Boyue Gold Diamond (5-customized carriage) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30:Premium Gold Diamond (3-customized carriage) 67,999 RMB/person, Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-customized carriage) 62,999 RMB/person, Boyue Gold Diamond (5-customized carriage) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25:Premium Gold Diamond (3-customized carriage) 69,999 RMB/person, Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-customized carriage) 63,999 RMB/person, Boyue Gold Diamond (5-customized carriage) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person

In 2026, the New Oriental Express will launch 2 new train sets: luxury and comfort types. The overall paint is simple yet magnificent, with color designs incorporating Xinjiang’s natural landscape features. All passenger compartments on the train are equipped with bathrooms, along with newly built dining cars and entertainment cars, ensuring a more reliable travel experience. The three types of compartments are configured as follows:September 3:Premium Gold Diamond (3-customized carriage) 71,999 RMB/person, Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-customized carriage) 65,999 RMB/person, Boyue Gold Diamond (5-customized carriage) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25:Premium Gold Diamond (3-customized carriage) 44,999 RMB/person, Xiyue Gold Diamond (4-customized carriage) 39,999 RMB/person, Boyue Gold Diamond (5-customized carriage) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
📝 Booking Process
New Oriental Express train products can be booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The specific booking process is as follows:
1. Consultation and selection: Contact Manager Yang Jia at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm 2026 departure dates, routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable travel plan.
2. Submit information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers, and contact information of all travelers to lock in intended seats.
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit according to compartment class and receive an official tourism receipt.

【New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond 3-Bedroom Compartment】Belongs to the luxury carriage, with a capacity of 6 people per carriage, featuring 3 standard twin-bed compartments, some of which can be combined into king-bed mode. All compartments are equipped with a leisure double sofa, leisure table and chairs, separate wet/dry bathroom, multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The total compartment area is approximately 12 square meters, bathroom area 1.5 square meters, shower area 1.06 square meters, king bed size 2*1.7 meters, single bed size 2*0.85 meters.4. Sign the contract: Sign the unified national tourism supervision electronic contract, carefully verify itinerary, price, cancellation and change terms, etc. Cancellation and change rules are subject to relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
5. Settle the balance: Pay all remaining fees 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, boarding guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
For contact information, you can consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Address information can also be obtained from customer service.
🍱 Train Reception Standards
Included Items
New Oriental Express corresponding class compartment seats, land accommodation marked in the itinerary, breakfast and main meals listed in the itinerary, first admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary, land transportation costs within Xinjiang, full-trip guide and butler services, and travel agency liability insurance.
Excluded Items
Round-trip transportation costs from the departure location to Urumqi, self-funded items outside the itinerary, personal consumption expenses (for solo travelers, our agency will try its best to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation).

【New Oriental Express Xiyue Gold Diamond 4-Bedroom Compartment】Belongs to the luxury carriage, with a capacity of 8 people per carriage, featuring 4 standard twin-bed compartments, some of which can be combined into king-bed mode. All compartments are equipped with leisure table and chairs, separate wet/dry bathroom, multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The total compartment area is approximately 10 square meters, bathroom area 1.5 square meters, shower area 1.06 square meters, king bed size 2*1.7 meters, single bed size 2*0.85 meters. For meals, the standard for land main meals is approximately 80 RMB/person, and specialty meals are approximately 100-120 RMB/person, including Xinjiang big plate chicken, hand-pulled rice, roasted lamb, cold-water fish feast, yak hotpot, and other local specialty flavors. Light-flavored dishes are also provided for tourists to choose from, without a uniform heavy-oil heavy-spice taste, accommodating the dietary needs of different travelers. Note: “Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.”
✨ Reception Features
For accommodation, all train compartments are equipped with bathrooms and 24-hour hot water supply. Land accommodation is arranged according to local high standards, with some core scenic areas offering characteristic guesthouse stays. For dining, in addition to regular group meals, multiple Xinjiang specialty meals are arranged so tourists can taste authentic local flavors. For services, each carriage is equipped with a dedicated butler, medical staff accompany the group, and value-added services such as intangible cultural heritage experiences and travel photo albums are provided, enriching the travel experience.
👍 Advantages Compared to Other Tourist Trains
Compared to ordinary Xinjiang tourist trains, the New Oriental Express has a more relaxed itinerary pace with ample daily sightseeing time and no rushing; no need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the trip—personal luggage can be kept in the train compartment, making transfers more convenient; the train is equipped with elderly-friendly facilities and one-touch call functions, with medical staff accompanying the group for more comprehensive travel protection; fellow travelers mostly prefer slow travel, so the itinerary pace is highly compatible; all long-distance segments use the train’s evening-departure morning-arrival arrangement, eliminating long car rides and providing higher travel comfort.
👨👩👴👧 Suitable Participants
This train is very suitable for retired middle-aged and elderly people—no long car rides, relaxed and not tiring itinerary; also suitable for tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods, those who don’t want to plan their own itineraries and prefer high-quality travel experiences, and tourists who want to visit the core attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip.
❤ ️ Reasons the Train Is Popular
The New Oriental Express can cover more than 20 core attractions across northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip, without tourists needing to plan routes or book accommodations and tickets themselves, making travel more worry-free; the hardware facilities are comfortable, services are attentive, and it balances sightseeing experience with rest needs, suitable for tourists of different age groups; it also offers a variety of special experience programs, allowing tourists to both enjoy scenery and gain an in-depth understanding of local culture, which is why it is favored by many travelers.