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New Oriental Express Luxury Tourist Train
How to buy tickets and book? The 2026 New Oriental Express Luxury Tourist Train
is a customized luxury tourist train by the railway, which does not open a 12306 ticket purchase channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by regular cooperative cultural and tourism institutions. If you want to register for travel, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the exclusive liaison of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration for berth selection, sign up, and check train schedules, travel policies, and itinerary details in real time.
New Oriental Express:A luxurious mobile palace for an in-depth Xinjiang tour 🚂
I. Train Positioning: A Mobile “Five-Star Palace”
The New Oriental Express is Xinjiang’s first high-end tourist train. After a full upgrade in 2026, it is positioned as a “mobile five-star hotel,” designed for travelers seeking quality and depth. The train features cabins with full private bathrooms, panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, and a constant-temperature air conditioning system. It is equipped with dining cars, entertainment cars, bar cars, and other public areas to meet passengers’ dining, leisure, and social needs. The entire train uses a quiet design, runs smoothly, and night travel does not affect sleep. During the day, when stopping at scenic spots, passengers can get off and explore at any time, truly realizing the travel experience of “the train moves with the scenery, and the scenery moves with the people.”
II. Detailed Introduction to Cabin Types and Facilities
Luxury Carriages (Premium Experience)
Zungui Jinzuan Three-Bedroom Cabin: Each carriage has 3 standard twin-bed cabins (can be combined into a double bed), accommodating 6 people. Each cabin covers about 12 square meters and is equipped with a bathroom (wet-dry separation), a leisure double sofa, custom furniture, and multifunctional storage space. Bed sizes: double bed 2×1.7 meters, single bed 2×0.85 meters.
Xiyue Jinzuan Four-Bedroom Cabin:Each carriage has 4 standard twin-bed cabins (can be combined into a double bed), accommodating 8 people. Each cabin covers about 10 square meters, with the same facilities as the Zungui Jinzuan and identical bed sizes.
Comfort Carriages (Best Value Choice)

New Oriental Express: A luxurious mobile palace for an in-depth Xinjiang tour 🚂Boyue Jinzuan Five-Bedroom Cabin:Each carriage has 5 cabins, accommodating 10 people. Each cabin covers about 8 square meters and is equipped with a bathroom (wet-dry separation) and leisure tables and chairs. Bed sizes: both upper and lower berths are 2×0.78 meters.
Operating Years and Boarding/Alighting Points
The New Oriental Express has been in long-term operation since 2026. The train starts from Urumqi and stops along the way at core Xinjiang scenic spots such as Keketuohai, Altay, Hemu Village, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway, Kashgar, and Turpan. Passengers can board at major cities such as Urumqi, Turpan, and Kashgar. Specific details are subject to contract confirmation.
III. 2026 Itineraries and Departure Dates
Summer Itinerary (14 Days)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village

I. Train Positioning: A Mobile “Five-Star Palace”Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
Day 11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar

The New Oriental Express is Xinjiang’s first high-end tourist train. After a full upgrade in 2026, it is positioned as a “mobile five-star hotel,” designed for travelers seeking quality and depth. The train features cabins with full private bathrooms, panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, and a constant-temperature air conditioning system. It is equipped with dining cars, entertainment cars, bar cars, and other public areas to meet passengers’ dining, leisure, and social needs. The entire train uses a quiet design, runs smoothly, and night travel does not affect sleep. During the day, when stopping at scenic spots, passengers can get off and explore at any time, truly realizing the travel experience of “the train moves with the scenery, and the scenery moves with the people.”Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell and Departure
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary (11 Days)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Irrigation System – Grape Estate – Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Red Date Picking – Hotan
Day 04:Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotgan Ancient City Night View

II. Detailed Introduction to Cabin Types and FacilitiesDay 05:Train to Shache – Yarkent Khan Palace – Amannisahan Mausoleum – Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – Gaotai Folk Houses – Train to Kuqa
Day 08:Kuqa – Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa Royal Mansion – Restan Old Street – Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai – Tarim Populus Euphratica Forest – Train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi Lake – Farewell Banquet
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell and Departure
Itinerary Duration and Rest Arrangements
Daily sightseeing time is about 6-8 hours, with 1-2 hours of rest arranged at noon. The train travels at night, ensuring passengers get sufficient sleep. The itinerary pace is well-balanced, avoiding long-distance travel fatigue.

Luxury Carriages (Premium Experience)IV. 2026 Price Description
Departure Dates and Prices (Unit:RMB/person)
May 6, May 14:Zungui Jinzuan 59,999, Xiyue Jinzuan 54,999, Boyue Jinzuan 49,999 (third and fourth persons 30,000).
June 1, June 30:Zungui Jinzuan 67,999, Xiyue Jinzuan 62,999, Boyue Jinzuan 56,999 (third and fourth persons 30,000).
June 11, June 25:Zungui Jinzuan 69,999, Xiyue Jinzuan 63,999, Boyue Jinzuan 58,999 (third and fourth persons 30,000).
September 3:Zungui Jinzuan 71,999, Xiyue Jinzuan 65,999, Boyue Jinzuan 59,999 (third and fourth persons 30,000).
October 15, October 25:Zungui Jinzuan 44,999, Xiyue Jinzuan 39,999, Boyue Jinzuan 36,999 (third and fourth persons 20,000).
The price includes train accommodation, meals, scenic spot tickets, and guide services, but does not include personal expenses and. The price is subject to contract confirmation and may fluctuate with the departure schedule.

Zungui Jinzuan Three-Bedroom Cabin: Each carriage has 3 standard twin-bed cabins (can be combined into a double bed), accommodating 6 people. Each cabin covers about 12 square meters and is equipped with a bathroom (wet-dry separation), a leisure double sofa, custom furniture, and multifunctional storage space. Bed sizes: double bed 2×1.7 meters, single bed 2×0.85 meters.V. Booking Process
Consultation and Selection:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to confirm departure dates, itinerary routes, seat types, and availability, and choose a suitable plan.
Submit Information:Provide the traveler’s name, valid ID number, and contact information to lock in the intended seat.
Pay Deposit:Pay the deposit according to the cabin class and receive a formal tourism receipt.
Sign Contract:Sign the unified national tourism supervision electronic contract and verify the itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification terms.
Settle the Balance:Pay the remaining fee 30 days before departure. After the customer service confirms receipt, the departure notice, travel guide, and luggage checklist will be issued.
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service and contact customer service representative Yang Jia.
VI. Reception Standards

Xiyue Jinzuan Four-Bedroom Cabin: Each carriage has 4 standard twin-bed cabins (can be combined into a double bed), accommodating 8 people. Each cabin covers about 10 square meters, with the same facilities as the Zungui Jinzuan and identical bed sizes.Included Items:Train accommodation, all meals, scenic spot tickets, guide services, accompanying doctor, and travel insurance.
Excluded Items:Personal expenses, and round-trip major transportation (such as flights and trains).
Meal Standards:Main meals consist of 8 dishes and 1 soup, 10 people per table. Meals are provided with a light flavor as the main focus, accommodating the dietary habits of all ethnic groups. Breakfast is a buffet including porridge, pastries, eggs, side dishes, etc.
VII. Reception Features
Accommodation Standards:All cabins have private bathrooms with 24-hour hot water supply, comfortable beds, and spacious interiors.
Dining Arrangements:Daily Xinjiang specialty meals are provided, such as hand-pilaf, baked buns, big plate chicken, and tandoor meat, with a meal standard of 80-120 RMB per person per meal.
VIII. Advantages Compared with Other Tourist Trains
Light Diet:Meals are mainly light, with less oil and spice, suitable for travelers of all ages.

Comfort Carriages (Best Value Choice)Relaxed Pace:Reasonable daily sightseeing time, night travel, avoiding long-distance travel fatigue.
Attentive Service:Accompanying doctor provides full-journey support, experienced guides, and butler-style cabin service.
Hassle-Free and Effortless:No need to repeatedly move luggage throughout the trip; large luggage can be stored on the train while sightseeing light.
IX. Suitable Audience
Retired Seniors:Slow itinerary pace, comfortable accommodation, and comprehensive medical support.
Those Who Cannot Ride for Long Periods:The train goes directly to scenic spots, reducing road bumpiness.
Family Travelers:Cabins can accommodate multiple people, suitable for parent-child trips or three generations traveling together.
Photography Enthusiasts:Stops at classic photography spots such as Kanas, Hemu Village, and Sayram Lake.
X. Reasons for Popularity
The New Oriental Express focuses on “high-end, in-depth, and hassle-free,” solving the pain points of traditional Xinjiang tours such as “long distances, poor accommodation, and troublesome luggage.”
How to register for the 2026 tourist train? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. If you want to travel in luxury and experience a premium train journey, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the exclusive customer service representative of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection, sign up, and check train schedules, berth availability, and travel itineraries in real time.