New Oriental Express fare inquiry, official ticket booking entrance and registration process overview

How to buy tickets for the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train? The New Oriental Express tourist train can only be booked through professional and regular railway travel agency channels: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s 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.
If you want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient cities in one trip, the New Oriental Express is a popular choice for many. However, this journey is expensive and departure dates are scattered. How to check the cost and register for the tour is a concern for many friends. This article focuses on the two core aspects of “cost inquiry” and “registration process” to provide you with a practical guide.
🚂 What is the New Oriental Express?
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourist train that combines “train” and “hotel” into one, featuring a model of “traveling at night and sightseeing during the day.”
Itinerary pace:Rest in a comfortable cabin at night, arrive at a new destination during the day for sightseeing, saving the hassle of frequently changing hotels.
Core experience:The train connects Xinjiang’s top scenic areas including Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Ili, Kashgar, and Turpan, allowing you to see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, deserts, and other diverse landscapes in one trip.
Suitable for:Travelers who want a worry-free itinerary with high comfort and have a certain budget, especially suitable for families, friends traveling together, or middle-aged and elderly groups.
🗺 ️ Brief Itinerary Overview
Based on route arrangements, the itineraries are mainly divided into the Summer Northern Xinjiang Panorama version and the October Southern Xinjiang In-depth version.
Quick Itinerary (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

If you want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, and ancient cities in one trip, the New Oriental Express is a popular choice for many. However, this journey is expensive and departure dates are scattered. How to check the cost and register for the tour is a concern for many friends. This article focuses on the two core aspects of “cost inquiry” and “registration process” to provide you with a practical guide.Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Rainbow 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 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 – Farewell drop-off
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
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan

🚂 What is the New Oriental Express?Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05: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 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 Banquet
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell drop-off
💰 Price and Departure Date Information
The New Oriental Express adopts a pricing model based on carriage class and departure date. Below are some 2026 departure dates and price references. Please refer to the formal contract signed with the travel agency for specifics.
Prices and Departure Dates
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 New Oriental Express is a high-end tourist train that combines “train” and “hotel” into one, featuring a model of “traveling at night and sightseeing during the day.” 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

Itinerary pace: Rest in a comfortable cabin at night, arrive at a new destination during the day for sightseeing, saving the hassle of frequently changing hotels.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
💡 Friendly Reminders
Price fluctuations:The above are reference prices. Actual costs may vary due to season, berth availability, remaining seats, and other factors. Please refer to the final contract.
What’s included:Usually includes train seats, accommodation during the itinerary, scenic area tickets, tour guide services, and some meals.
What’s not included:Round-trip transportation to Xinjiang, personal expenses, optional experience activities, etc. Please refer to the contract for specifics.
📝 Registration and Cost Information
How to register:
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. It is recommended to first inquire about your preferred departure date and seat availability by phone or WeChat.
Inquiry hotline:181-3962-2229
WeChat ID:181-3962-2229
Registration process:

Core experience: The train connects Xinjiang’s top scenic areas including Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Ili, Kashgar, and Turpan, allowing you to see snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, canyons, deserts, and other diverse landscapes in one trip.1. Consultation and confirmation: Contact the travel agency to confirm departure date, seat class, and price, and check seat availability.
2. Submit information: Provide travelers’ names, valid ID numbers, contact information, and special needs (such as dietary restrictions, etc.).
3. Pay deposit: Pay the deposit as agreed to secure seats, and sign the unified national tourism supervision electronic contract.
4. Pay balance: Usually pay the remaining balance within the specified time before departure, and receive electronic itinerary documents and other materials.
> Please note:Specific details such as deposit amount and balance payment deadline are subject to the agreement with the travel agency.
Cost and Service Description
What’s included:Generally includes train transportation, accommodation during the itinerary, scenic area tickets, tour guide services, and some meals.
What’s not included:Round-trip transportation to Xinjiang, personal expenses, optional experience activities, and additional costs caused by force majeure factors.
Service features:The train typically provides en-suite bathroom cabins throughout, dining cars, entertainment cars, and other facilities, and is staffed with professional tour leaders and crew. The itinerary may also include special experiences such as Tajik home visits and red date picking.
> Important note:All service details and included/excluded items are subject to the final signed tourism contract.
💡 Practical Tips
Document preparation:Please be sure to bring the original valid ID documents when traveling.
Clothing preparation:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, it is recommended to bring windproof and warm outerwear.
Itinerary changes:In case of objective factors such as weather or road conditions, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted. Please understand and cooperate.
Peak season booking:June to October is the peak tourism season. It is recommended to inquire and book as early as possible.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train booking center hotline: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour hotline: 0991-8585456), Train Department Manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase