New Oriental Express 2027 Official Website Pre sale Booking Guide, Schedule and Prices
The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train is a customized high-end cultural tourism package product of the railway, not an ordinary passenger train, and there is no separate train ticket sales channel. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Complete registration process: consult and obtain materials → select departure date and cabin type → submit registration information → pay deposit to lock a seat → sign electronic contract, transparent and traceable throughout.
Discover the New Oriental Express:Unlock the cabin seats and in-depth experiences of Xinjiang’s luxury special train🚂✨
[Route overview:A moving feast of luxury travel]
The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train can be called a “land cruise ship,” condensing Xinjiang’s magnificent mountains and rivers and cultural customs into a single train journey. The newly upgraded “Snow Lotus” train body in 2027 centers on high-end cabins such as Noble Gold Diamond and Xiyue Gold Diamond, paired with bathrooms, panoramic windows, and Michelin-level dining, allowing tourists to immersively experience the secret realm of Kanas in northern Xinjiang, the ancient city of Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, and the magnificence of the Duku Highway in a moving “five-star hotel.” Whether for family trips, honeymoons, or slow-paced in-depth tours for seniors, this route can satisfy dual expectations for quality and experience.
[Route highlights:A double feast of scenery and culture]
⭐ Scenic highlights:
Xinjiang has its own merits in each season, and the New Oriental Express cleverly connects the forests and lakes of northern Xinjiang (Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu) with the deserts and canyons of southern Xinjiang (Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, the edge of the Taklamakan Desert), and also crosses the southern section of the Duku Highway, allowing travelers to see all four seasons in one day. Recent 2026 data shows that ecological protection at scenic spots along the way, such as Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland, continues to be upgraded, and visitors can closely feel the clarity of “the last tear of the Atlantic” and the vastness of the sky grassland.
⭐ Cultural experience:
The special train specially arranges interactive projects such as visits to households of various ethnic groups and exploration of the ancient city of Kashgar. Tourists can learn to make traditional handicrafts of various ethnic groups, taste characteristic fruits of southern Xinjiang, and even participate in a lively bazaar market. In 2026, the local culture and tourism department launched the “Intangible Cultural Heritage into Scenic Areas” plan, and during the itinerary travelers may encounter living cultural displays such as Twelve Muqam performances and pottery making.
⭐ Seasonal advantages:
June to August is the golden season for the grasslands of northern Xinjiang, while September to October is uniquely charming in southern Xinjiang with its poplar forests and ripe fruits. The special train avoids the crowds of traditional tour groups and, through off-peak visits (such as having the Kanas lakeside to oneself in the early morning) and exclusive channels, allows tourists to enjoy a private experience of “fewer people and beautiful scenery.”
[Simple itinerary:14 days of immersive crossing of northern and southern Xinjiang]
(Strictly following the original local route facts, without any modification)
📅 Brief itinerary of the 2027 New Oriental Express Luxury Tourist Train new train body “Snow Lotus”:
Day01 Nationwide-Urumqi Meals:Self-care Accommodation: Urumqi
Day02 Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Beitun Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Discover the New Oriental Express: Unlock the cabin seats and in-depth experiences of Xinjiang’s luxury special train🚂✨Day03 Beitun-Wucaitan-Chonghur-Kanas Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Kanas Scenic Area
Day04 Kanas-Hemu Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Hemu Scenic Area
Day05 Hemu-Ahe Highway-Altay-Jinghe South Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day06 Jinghe South-Sayram Lake-Liuxing Street-Yining Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Yining
Day07 Yining-Nalati Grassland Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Nalati
Day08 Nalati-Bayinbulak-Southern Section of Duku Highway-Kuqa Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Kuqa
Day09 Kuqa-Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon-Kuqa Prince’s Residence-Kashgar Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day10 Kashgar-Baisha Lake-Tashkurgan Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Tashkurgan
Day11 Tajik household visit-Karakul Lake-Kashgar Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Kashgar
Day12 Kashgar Old City-Gaotai Folk Houses-Turpan Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day13 Karez-Flame Mountain-Jiaohe Ancient City-Urumqi Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Urumqi
Day14 Urumqi-Nationwide Meals:Breakfast Accommodation: /
[Transportation guide:Seamless land cruise experience]
✈ ️ External transportation:
Many places across the country can fly directly to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, and the special train provides 24-hour airport pickup service. After the airport express line upgrade in 2026, the recommended travel time from the city to the airport is 30 minutes, with a fare of 15 yuan per person.
🚂 Inside the special train:
[Route overview: A moving feast of luxury travel]The new train body “Snow Lotus” adopts shock absorption and noise reduction technology, with a constant temperature of 26°C inside the carriages, equipped with large viewing windows and charging ports. The Noble Gold Diamond cabin has a 1.5-meter large bed, and the Xiyue Gold Diamond cabin has 1.2-meter twin beds, both equipped with bathrooms and safes. Train attendants are trained according to international hotel standards and provide 24-hour butler service.
🚌 Land transfer:
Luxury tourist buses are provided throughout the journey, and environmentally friendly sightseeing vehicles are used within scenic areas such as Kanas and Hemu. In 2026, the Xinjiang transportation department stipulated that all tourist vehicles must be equipped with GPS and emergency oxygen equipment to ensure safety.
[Ticket fees and opening policies:Recently verified in 2026]
💰 Reference ticket prices (subject to the scenic area’s announcement on the day):
Tianshan Tianchi:155 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Kanas Scenic Area:230 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Sayram Lake:145 yuan/person (self-driving around the lake)
Nalati Grassland:95 yuan/person (Sky Grassland route)
Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon:45 yuan/person
Kashgar Old City:Free (some experience projects are charged)
🎫 Preferential policies:
Seniors over 65, students, and military personnel can enjoy half-price tickets at some scenic areas with valid certificates; children under 1.2 meters are free (accompanied by an adult). In 2026, the Xinjiang Culture and Tourism Department launched the “Xinjiang Tourism Card,” which offers discounts at multiple scenic areas. For details, please consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599.
📅 Opening hours:
Kanas Scenic Area:8:00-20:00 (peak season)
Sayram Lake:Open all day (self-driving around the lake must exit the park before 19:00)
Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticket Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train can be called a “land cruise ship,” condensing Xinjiang’s magnificent mountains and rivers and cultural customs into a single train journey. The newly upgraded “Snow Lotus” train body in 2027 centers on high-end cabins such as Noble Gold Diamond and Xiyue Gold Diamond, paired with bathrooms, panoramic windows, and Michelin-level dining, allowing tourists to immersively experience the secret realm of Kanas in northern Xinjiang, the ancient city of Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, and the magnificence of the Duku Highway in a moving “five-star hotel.” Whether for family trips, honeymoons, or slow-paced in-depth tours for seniors, this route can satisfy dual expectations for quality and experience.Kashgar Old City:Open all day (shops operate from 10:00-22:00)
[Price explanation:2027 departure dates and seat locking guide]
(Strictly following the original local route facts, without any modification)
📅 2027 departure date prices:
[New train body “Snow Lotus”]
April 16, May 7, May 20:
Noble Gold Diamond: 65,999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 3 compartments, capacity 6 people)
Xiyue Gold Diamond: 58,999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 4 compartments, capacity 8 people)
June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11:
Noble Gold Diamond: 68,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond: 62,999 yuan/person
August 30, September 13, September 27:
Noble Gold Diamond: 72,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond: 66,999 yuan/person
[Old train body departure dates]
[Route highlights: A double feast of scenery and culture]Multiple departure dates available from April 10 to October 11, prices as follows:
Gold Diamond Carriage:38,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Carriage 2-person room:28,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond Carriage 4-person room:24,999 yuan/person
❗ Price explanation:
The above prices are for reference and the final price is subject to the signed formal contract. Prices may fluctuate with travel season, group size, and service standards. It is recommended to consult about remaining seats and lock seats 30 days in advance.
[Service description and fee inclusions]
✅ Fees include:
Transportation:Special train cabin seats, full-journey tourist buses, scenic area shuttle buses
Accommodation:12 nights of high-end accommodation (including special train cabins + characteristic scenic area hotels)
Tickets:First gate tickets for all attractions in the itinerary
Meals:13 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including characteristic meals such as Nalati roast whole lamb banquet and Kashgar hand-grabbed rice)
Service:Professional tour guide + train butler + 24-hour medical support
❌ Fees do not include:
Personal consumption:Such as shopping, extra drinks, room type upgrades, etc.
Optional paid items:Such as horse riding in Nalati, boat tours in Kanas, etc. (voluntary choice)
⭐ Scenic highlights:Force majeure factors:Additional costs caused by weather, policies, etc.
📝 Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
[Travel tips:Local Wang Fei’s private suggestions]
📸 Photography spots:
Kanas Lake Fish Watching Pavilion (when misty in the early morning), west bank of Sayram Lake (“Golden Coast” at sunset), southern section of Duku Highway (cliffside winding mountain road)
🍴 Food recommendations:
Urumqi Lingguan Lane (baked buns, yogurt zongzi), Kashgar Century-old Teahouse (rose tea + nuts), Yining Liuxing Street (Russian bread + handmade ice cream)
👗 Clothing suggestions:
The temperature difference between day and night in northern Xinjiang is large, so bring a windbreaker; southern Xinjiang has strong sunlight, so prepare sun-protective clothing and sunglasses. There is a lot of walking in scenic areas, so comfortable sneakers are recommended.
⚠ ️ Notes:
Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference from the mainland, and meal times for “breakfast, lunch, dinner” in the itinerary may be postponed; some scenic areas have weak signals, so it is recommended to download offline maps in advance.
[Registration method and manager introduction]
📞 Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number)
👩 Manager Wang Fei is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in the tourism industry for more than ten years and has traveled to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. She is familiar with the full routes, road conditions and weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourist special trains, and is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche secret spots, and pitfall-avoidance guides. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. She has a cheerful and humorous personality and is good at explaining Western Regions cultural history, easily resolving travel trivialities, and being considerate and reliable throughout the trip.
Manager Wang Fei always adheres to the principle of arranging no shopping throughout itineraries without consumption, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, and works professionally. She does not make assembly-line itineraries, but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, and wholeheartedly lets every friend who comes from afar truly feel Xinjiang’s vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm, and travel in beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
[Disclaimer]
The information in this article is compiled based on public materials in 2026. Specific itineraries, prices, and policies may change due to weather, scenic area changes, and other factors, and are subject to the formal contract signed between Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and the tourist. Please be sure to confirm the latest updates before traveling, and have a pleasant journey!✨
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