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The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Luxury Train is a tourism special train organized and operated by Xinjiang Railway Tourism Development Group Co., Ltd. It will take a 13-15 day journey to travel around both northern and southern Xinjiang. This tourism special train mainly passes through Fuyun, Beitun, Yining, Turpan, Kuqa, Kashgar, and other places. Tourists can visit more than 18 5A scenic spots in beautiful Xinjiang, including Koktokay, Kanas Lake, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, the Mysterious Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kashgar Old Town, Pamir Plateau, Lop Nur Village, mountains, lakes, deserts, forests, etc. The positioning of this top-level Xinjiang tourism special train is high-end, magnificent, luxurious, and enjoyable. However, the price of the ‘New Oriental Express’ tourism special train is also not cheap, ranging from 20,000 to 50,000 yuan. Different seats meet the needs of different VIPs and come with different prices.
How to book tickets for the New Oriental Express? How to register?
Booking Process for the New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train:
First: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train is a tourism + train special product. It is not separately booked on the 12306 Railway Bureau official website. Instead, it is sold through designated official travel agency channels of the Railway Bureau.
Second: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train mainly offers panoramic views of both northern and southern Xinjiang (around 15 days), solely southern Xinjiang (9-12 days), or solely northern Xinjiang (around 8 days). All departures and arrivals are at Urumqi Station. Departure dates are generally from April to November, with different departure dates, plans, and products each month.
Third: You can inquire about the specific prices for Gold Diamond and Blue Diamond, as well as the New Oriental Express tourism products, through the New Oriental Express registration center in Xinjiang to select the appropriate tour date.
Fourth: After selecting the travel date and product, you can confirm your booking and registration. Firstly, provide ID information (name + ID number). Secondly, pay the deposit for the New Oriental Express train ticket, with the balance due 30 days before departure.
Fifth: Sign the unified electronic version contract on the national tourism supervision platform. Arrive in Urumqi according to the departure time. Our company provides 24/7 pick-up services. After arriving in Urumqi, we will start our journey on the New Oriental Express top-level luxury special train.
Highlights of the New Oriental Express Tourist Train:
Compared with ordinary trains or special trains, airtightness, stability, and shock absorption have been greatly improved.
The noise decibel data of the air-conditioning system meets the standard. The compressor uses a train-general compressor, and the vehicle has undergone strict third-party testing and exceeds standards before leaving the factory. The main air duct design has been updated, adopting a static pressure sealed chamber. The air outlet mode adopts side outlet, and an electric ventilation regulator is set. The air compressor has an independent air supply system, which can assist in air supply when there is no generator. The air outlet is soft, and when the vehicle’s wind speed reaches a certain amount, it automatically releases air pressure. This setting is unique to special service official cars and is not found in ordinary cars. The power of this car has been increased, and the material of the air duct has been upgraded, providing heat dissipation, insulation, and moisture retention.
New Oriental Express inquiry and registration phone number: 1809 5969599 (same number for inquiries)
The New Oriental Express has the largest restrooms in China and adopts the most advanced partition material in domestic trains, all designed with dry and wet separation. Toilet size: 1255mm*1087.5mm, shower room size: 1255mm*950mm.
The Gold Diamond carriage has a capacity of 8 passengers and consists of 4 large suites with private restrooms. The suites are currently the largest in China; compartment size: 3536mm*2100mm, double bed size: 1500mm*2000mm. Each suite has a king-size bed, desk, wardrobe, safe, and private restroom.
The Blue Diamond carriage has a capacity of 28 passengers and consists of 7 compartments with private restrooms. Twin beds with upper and lower berths; compartment area: 2420mm*2000mm, lower berth size: 900mm*1945mm, upper berth size: 700mm*1820mm. The 7 compartments share one Chinese-style and one Western-style restroom and one public shower room at each end of the carriage. The upper berth, equipped with a damping device, can be folded up against the wall, which can be done during the day to expand the compartment space.
Design highlights of the New Oriental Express tourist train’s details:
The original 1064mm windows have been replaced with current 1528mm panoramic windows;
Each room has an added air volume adjustment switch;
Multiple plugs have been added for tourists’ convenience: Each bedside in the compartments has a 5-pin socket (AC200V/300W, 2 sets in total) for charging computers and mobile phones with USB interfaces; a multifunctional table has 1 set of 5-pin sockets (AC200V/1500W); and the restroom has a 5-pin socket with a splash-proof cover (AC200V/1500W).
Vacuum waste collection devices in the restrooms and exclusive ceramic toilets throughout the train.
The train has undergone specific formaldehyde removal processes and meets national and international standards.
The entire train is furnished with solid wood furniture, Qumei king-size mattresses, Haier showers, and gold and blue diamond toiletries, typically brands like Lux, Rejoice, and Safeguard.
Special services of the New Oriental Express tourist train:
The itinerary is a high-end personalized customized product that fully meets the needs of customers. The train mostly operates at night and stops during the day for sightseeing, ensuring safety, reliability, and comfort.
VIP reception throughout the journey with dedicated vehicles. At each destination, the train stops and waits locally.
The soft sleeper compartment for each person on the train remains unchanged throughout the journey and is equipped with private or public shower restrooms.
The dining car and comfortable bar car accompanying the New Oriental Express allow guests to enjoy comfort akin to being at home and various entertaining services. Train tourism can also be this comfortable – whether having a drink in the dining car, resting in the compartment, or playing the piano, watching movies, enjoying afternoon tea, singing karaoke, or participating in artistic lectures and other activities in the bar car.
What are the specific advantages of the Xinjiang tourist train and is it suitable for middle-aged and elderly people to participate?
First: Safety assurance of the Great Beauty of Xinjiang dedicated train tour. The berths on the Great Beauty of Xinjiang dedicated train tour are stable, reducing transfers during the journey. Passengers’ ordinary luggage can be placed on the train without needing to be moved back and forth! In addition, professional staff and healthcare personnel with years of practical service experience accompany the group throughout the journey.
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Second, the Great Beauty of Xinjiang dedicated train tour is worry-free and satisfying. The Xinjiang dedicated train tour starts and ends in Urumqi, with a tour guide accompanying the group from Urumqi. The entire journey provides attentive service, eliminating the need to worry about transfers. All passengers on the dedicated train are tourists, and everyone is in good spirits both on the train and when visiting attractions. Especially for middle-aged and elderly travelers, their children will also feel more at ease.
Third, the Great Beauty of Xinjiang dedicated train tour is cost-effective and comfortable. Xinjiang is vast in territory and rich in resources, with long distances between attractions and cities (if compared to other provinces, Xinjiang is equivalent to 9 Guangdongs, 10 Jiangxis, 11 Shangdongs, 12 Anhuis, 15 Zhejiangs, 16 Jiangsus, or 46 Taiwans). If traveling by car, the journey time would be long, and the number of days would increase, making the travel expenses relatively high. However, traveling by train allows for a complete visit of northern and southern Xinjiang in only 12 to 15 days, while traveling by car would take at least 20 days or more. Therefore, traveling by dedicated train is more comfortable and cost-saving. Especially for our middle-aged and elderly friends, the journey time takes a significant toll on our bodies and energy.
Fourth, the Great Beauty of Xinjiang dedicated train tour is inclusive of all age groups. As long as there are no severe conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, cerebral thrombosis, and other severe sudden illnesses, one can participate in the dedicated train tour activities. However, it should be noted that insurance companies have high payout restrictions for individuals over 75 years old (including 75). For those over 75, it is recommended that their children accompany them on this trip. If there is no accompaniment, a health declaration must be truthfully filled out.
Fifth, diverse options for cabins on the Great Beauty of Xinjiang dedicated train tour. 1. The New Oriental Express is currently a new type of luxury dedicated train in China; 2. Xinjiang Train Tourism International cabins; 3. Tianshan Express dedicated train; 4. Xinjiang Train Tour cabins. Various dedicated train tour products can be selected according to one’s needs.
The itinerary of the Xinjiang dedicated train tour is usually well-designed, with a slow and reasonable pace. Tour leaders and local guides will provide attentive service, and dedicated healthcare personnel will accompany the group to respond to unexpected situations during the tour. In addition, the dedicated train remains the same throughout the journey, eliminating the need to carry large luggage off the train, thus reducing the fatigue of transferring. Therefore, the Xinjiang dedicated train tour is relatively easy.
However, Xinjiang is vast, and there are long distances between tourist attractions, which may result in some fatigue during the trip. But overall, the dedicated train tour of Xinjiang aims to better enjoy the travel process and minimize fatigue during the journey.
The 15-day Xinjiang dedicated train tour is a very special way of traveling that allows tourists to visit famous attractions in Xinjiang in a comfortable environment. Here is a possible itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Urumqi and check into the hotel to rest.
Day2: Depart from Urumqi and head to Kashgar. Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.
Day3: Arrive in Kashgar and visit attractions such as Id Kah Mosque, Ethnic Handicraft Street, and the Old Town.
Day4: Head to Pamir Plateau and visit attractions such as Red Mountain, Sand Mountain, and Kongur Mountain.
Day5: Head to Karakul Lake and visit attractions such as Mount Muztagh Ata.
Day6: Head to Maigaiti Daolang Cultural Village and visit attractions such as Dawakun Desert.
Day7: Return to Kashgar and visit attractions such as Central Asia International Bazaar.
Day8: Depart from Kashgar and head to Hotan. Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.
Day9: Arrive in Hotan and visit attractions such as Id Kah Mosque and Ethnic Handicraft Street.
Day10: Head to Turpan and visit attractions such as Flaming Mountain and Grape Manor.
Day11: Head to Urumqi and visit attractions such as Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area.
Day12: Head to Korla and visit attractions such as Tarim River and Populus euphratica Forest.
Day13: Head to Aksu and visit attractions such as Duolang River and Red Bridge.
Day14: Head to Kashgar and visit attractions such as Id Kah Mosque and Ethnic Handicraft Street.
Day15: Return to Urumqi and end the trip.
This itinerary allows tourists to fully explore the famous attractions of Xinjiang while avoiding fatigue and inconvenience during the trip. Tourists can enjoy delicious food and scenery on the comfortable train, as well as disembark at stations and attractions for visits and tours.
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✅Must-visit attractions in July and August
Colorful Beach: It is colorful and features unique landforms shaped like colored castles, monsters, and peak clusters, making it a typical example of colored hills. At Colorful Beach in July and August, the sun is blazing, and there is a large temperature difference between day and night, with an average daytime temperature of 25 – 35℃, dropping to around 15 – 20℃ at night.
Pure Land Kanas: Kanas Lake is surrounded by snow-capped peaks, green slopes, and dark forests, with breathtaking lake and mountain scenery, earning it the reputation of being a "Fairyland on Earth, God’s Garden". At this time, the temperature in Kanas is relatively cool, averaging between 18 – 28℃, so be sure to bring a jacket to protect against the chill in the morning and evening.痢
Primitive Village of Hemu: Wooden houses built with logs are scattered throughout the village, with small bridges, flowing streams, and curling smoke from chimneys… The quaint mountain village scenery is filled with a mysterious charm, just like Kanas Lake. The climate in Hemu is pleasant from July to August, with an average temperature of 20 – 25℃, but UV rays are strong, so be sure to protect against sunburn.
Devil City Sunset: It integrates natural landscapes such as Gobi Yardangs, desert canyons, natural asphalt, morning sunrises with colorful clouds, and mirages. It is hot during the day, with temperatures reaching above 35℃, but the temperature will gradually decrease at sunset.
Bayanbulak’s Nine-Bend and Eighteen-Turn Scenery: The grassland is flat and rich in water and grass, making it a typical meadow steppe of grasses and also one of the important animal husbandry bases in Xinjiang. The summer temperature is moderate, averaging between 20 – 28℃, but the wind is strong, so be sure to protect against the wind.
Nalati Grassland: Known as the "Tianshan Green Island," "Green Homeland," and "Colorful Grassland." From July to September, the grass on Nalati Grassland is lush, with temperatures between 15 – 25℃, and it is cooler in the morning and evening.
Sayram Lake Circuit: The last place favored by the Atlantic warm and moist air currents in Xinjiang, known as "the last tear of the Atlantic." At this time, the climate around Sayram Lake is mild, with an average temperature of around 20℃.
Duku Highway: A truly scenic avenue, with magnificent views of four seasons in one day and different weather every ten li. Due to the large topographical relief, the temperature changes significantly, and one may experience a rapid transition from heat to cold.
Route planning: Urumqi — Fuyun — Burqin — Hemu — Baihaba — Fuhai — Wusu — Urumqi.
Tourist attractions: Tianshan Tianchi, Huoshaoshan Oilfield, Koktokay, Irtysh Grand Canyon, Burqin Colorful Beach, Hemu Village, Kanas, Baihaba, Ulungur Lake, Urho Magic City.
Best travel time: September 20th – October 15th.
Route planning: Urumqi — Qingshuihe Town (Huocheng) — (Xiata) — Tekes — (Jongkushitai) — Nalati — Bayinbuluk — (Tangbula Yurt) — Urumqi. (Alternatively, return to Urumqi in the direction of "Turpan" as shown in the above picture.)
Tourist attractions: S101 National Defense Highway, Yizhao Highway, Duku Highway; Sayram Lake, Huocheng Lavender Manor, Xiata Grassland, Karajun Grassland, Jongkushitai, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluk Grassland, Tangbula Grassland.
Best travel time: May 20th – August 20th.
Route planning: From Urumqi, head south along the Duku Highway, passing through Kuqa, Aksu, Kashgar, and then via the Karakoram Highway to Tashkurgan County. From there, take the Panlong Ancient Road and Tasha Ancient Road to Yecheng, Hotan, Minfeng, and then north via the Minlun Desert Highway back to Urumqi.
Tourist attractions: Heavenly Mysterious Grand Canyon, Kuqa Grand Canyon, Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, Atush Heaven’s Gate, Baisha Lake, Mount Muztagh Ata, Zepu Poplar Forest, Taklamakan Poplar Forest, Lop Nur Village, Turpan Grape Valley, Flaming Mountain, etc.
Best travel time: Avoid winter when roads may be icy.
Route planning: First visit the Altay Kanas scenic area, then the Yili Grasslands, and finally return to Urumqi via Turpan in the "Eastern Xinjiang".
Tourist attractions: Includes all attractions on the "Kanas Loop" and "Yili Loop", and also passes through Korla, Heshuo, Turpan, and other places.
Best travel time: May 20th – October 20th.
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