New Oriental Express official ticket booking with transparent fees, secure registration through the official ticketing website
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 and regular railway travel agencies: 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.
Want to book the New Oriental Express but worried about opaque pricing or unregulated channels? This guide will provide a detailed breakdown of the 2026 New Oriental Express booking channels, transparent pricing system, and clear itinerary arrangements to help you travel with peace of mind. ✨
🚂 Getting to know the New Oriental Express:A moving luxury hotel
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourist train launched by Xinjiang Railway, hailed as a “moving luxury hotel.” It operates on a “travel by night, sightsee by day” model, freeing you from the hassle of frequent packing and transfers. Rest in a comfortable carriage and wake up at your next destination.
✨ 2026 New Upgrade Highlights:
Third-generation carriage body:Features folding bellows gangways and tight-lock couplers, improving sand resistance, sealing, and sound insulation for smoother travel.
Rich public spaces:In addition to passenger carriages, it is equipped with dining cars, kitchen crew cars, multi-functional bar cars, and observation cars to meet your dining, entertainment, and sightseeing needs.
Flexible cabin configurations:Multiple cabin types are available, all equipped with private bathrooms and wet-dry separation designs, balancing privacy and comfort.
🛏 ️ Three types of Golden Diamond cabins to suit different needs
The New Oriental Express mainly offers the following three cabin types. You can choose based on your budget and group size:
| Cabin Type | Layout | Suitable For | Core Configuration |
| :— | :— | :— | :— |
| Premium Golden Diamond | 3 cabins/car, capacity 6 | Families or friends seeking exclusive privacy and space | Approx. 12㎡, king bed (2×1.7m) or twin beds (2×0.85m), wet-dry separated bathroom (approx. 1.5㎡), with lounge area |
Want to book the New Oriental Express but worried about opaque pricing or unregulated channels? This guide will provide a detailed breakdown of the 2026 New Oriental Express booking channels, transparent pricing system, and clear itinerary arrangements to help you travel with peace of mind. ✨| Xiyue Golden Diamond | 4 cabins/car, capacity 8 | Couples or small families valuing comfort and value | Approx. 10㎡, king bed (2×1.7m) or twin beds (2×0.85m), wet-dry separated bathroom (approx. 1.5㎡), with lounge area |
| Boyue Golden Diamond | 5 cabins/car, capacity 10 | Budget-friendly, suitable for families or friends traveling together | Approx. 8㎡, bunk beds (2×0.78m), wet-dry separated bathroom (approx. 0.9-1.26㎡) |
🚪 Public area facilities:
Dining car:Seats approximately 60 people, offering Xinjiang specialty cuisine and light dishes.
Entertainment car:Equipped with KTV, piano, board games, and other facilities, with regular folk performances, intangible cultural heritage experiences, and more.
Services:High-speed internet throughout the train, senior-friendly facilities, onboard medical staff, and 24-hour butler service.
🗺 ️ Two classic itinerary options
This route offers two choices: a summer Northern Xinjiang panorama tour and an autumn Southern Xinjiang cultural tour. Itinerary overviews are as follows:
🌄 Summer itinerary (14 days)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
🚂 Getting to know the New Oriental Express: A moving luxury hotelDay 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
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 (11 days)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Irrigation System – Grape Estate, evening train to Ruoqiang
The New Oriental Express is a high-end tourist train launched by Xinjiang Railway, hailed as a “moving luxury hotel.” It operates on a “travel by night, sightsee by day” model, freeing you from the hassle of frequent packing and transfers. Rest in a comfortable carriage and wake up at your next destination.Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang red date picking, evening train to Hotan
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Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuan Cheng – Yurungkash River treasure hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotgan Ancient City night views
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkent 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 Populus Euphratica Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan – Urumqi farewell dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Departure
> Friendly reminder:The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, and other factors. The final arrangement will be as notified before departure.
💰 2026 Pricing and Departure Dates
Pricing and departure date information is as follows. Please note that all prices are for reference only; the final price is subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📅 Departure dates and reference prices
✨ 2026 New Upgrade Highlights:| Departure Date | Premium Golden Diamond (3 cabins) | Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 cabins) | Boyue Golden Diamond (5 cabins) |
| :— | :— | :— | :— |
| May 6, May 14 | 59,999 RMB/person | 54,999 RMB/person | 49,999 RMB/person |
| June 1, June 30 | 67,999 RMB/person | 62,999 RMB/person | 56,999 RMB/person |
| June 11, June 25 | 69,999 RMB/person | 63,999 RMB/person | 58,999 RMB/person |
| September 3 | 71,999 RMB/person | 65,999 RMB/person | 59,999 RMB/person |
| October 15, October 25 | 44,999 RMB/person | 39,999 RMB/person | 36,999 RMB/person |
Discounts for group travel:For certain departures, the third and fourth passengers in Boyue Golden Diamond cabins are priced at a reference rate of 30,000 RMB/person; for October departures, 20,000 RMB/person.
💡 Price explanation
The above are 2026 reference prices. Actual costs may fluctuate due to season, berth availability, remaining seats, and other factors.
Costs typically include train seats, ground transportation, hotel accommodation, some meals, attraction tickets, and tour guide services.
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi, personal expenses, and other items are usually at your own expense.
The final quote and included items are subject to the travel contract signed with the travel agency.
Third-generation carriage body: Features folding bellows gangways and tight-lock couplers, improving sand resistance, sealing, and sound insulation for smoother travel.📞 How to register and inquire through official channels
To protect your rights, please register and inquire through the following official channels:
Registration agency:Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
Unified inquiry:181-3962-2229 (phone/WeChat same number)
📝 Recommended inquiry process
1. Clarify your intention: Inform customer service of your preferred travel date, itinerary version (Summer/Southern Xinjiang), and cabin type.
2. Obtain materials: Request the latest itinerary and price list from customer service, and confirm what is included/excluded.
3. Confirm details: Inquire about cancellation and change policies, contract signing methods, and transfer arrangements.
4. Sign and pay: After confirming everything, sign the electronic contract on the national tourism supervision platform and make payment as agreed.
💡 Practical travel tips
Book in advance:May to September is peak season. We recommend inquiring and registering at least 1-2 months in advance, especially for popular departure dates.
Document preparation:Prepare valid identification and other necessary documents before travel. If the itinerary involves high-altitude areas, consult a doctor in advance and bring common medications.
Packing tips:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night and strong UV rays. We recommend bringing a windbreaker, light down jacket, sunscreen, sun hat, lip balm, and other items.
Rational spending:For shopping and optional activities during the trip, choose rationally based on personal needs and keep all receipts.
2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train ticket booking center phone: 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
