The operating plan for the 2025 New Oriental Express luxury tourist train has been announced. As the only luxury-level tourist train in Xinjiang, the New Oriental Express boasts a level of luxury comparable to a five-star hotel and is even praised as a luxury cruise ship on land. The train is equipped with cutting-edge shock absorption systems and ultra-spacious viewing windows, providing you with an unprecedented safe and comfortable travel experience. It can be considered the best travel mode available. The 2025 annual operating schedule has been released. Tourists who wish to ride the New Oriental Express luxury tourist train are welcome to consult the official train hotline: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
I. Basic information about the New Oriental Express
Train types and facilities:
Using 25K type passenger cars, some of which have undergone luxury modifications.
There are various types of carriages to meet the needs of different tourists, such as Gold Diamond carriages, Blue Diamond carriages, and Silver Diamond carriages, which provide high-end, comfortable, and economical accommodation and service experiences, respectively.
Special Services:
The entire train is equipped with Wi-Fi for tourists’ convenience.
It provides Chinese cuisine services, free beverages, and mineral water, with a professional chef team in charge of catering.
It has a bar carriage equipped with entertainment facilities such as TVs, audio equipment, karaoke, and pianos.
Itinerary Arrangement and Features
Main Routes:
It covers the main popular attractions in Xinjiang, such as Koktokay, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland.
It offers various options such as the full North-South Xinjiang route, the Northern Xinjiang route, and the Southern Xinjiang route.
Itinerary Highlights:
It operates at night and stops by day for sightseeing, ensuring a combination of sufficient rest and sightseeing time.
Tourists can fully enjoy the magnificent natural scenery of Xinjiang and experience local folk culture during the journey.
II. The Ultimate Luxurious Experience Inside the Carriages
Gold Diamond Carriage
Each carriage can carry 8 passengers and consists of 4 suites with independent bathrooms and king-size beds. The rooms have desks, wardrobes, and table lamps. The showers are wet-dry separated, and there are air volume adjustment switches. At the bedside, there are 5-pin sockets with USB ports for charging computers and mobile phones, providing passengers with a comfortable and convenient living experience.
Blue Diamond Carriage
Each carriage can accommodate 28 people and consists of 7 compartments, each accommodating 4 people in bunk bed form. Chinese and Western-style restrooms and public showers are set up at both ends of the carriage, equipped with many conveniences to meet passengers’ basic needs.
Silver Diamond Carriage
The presidential carriage includes 2 presidential single rooms (with showers and oversized bathrooms), 2 executive twin rooms, 2 luxury 4-person compartments, 1 public restroom, 1 attendant room, and a living room. The presidential single rooms have 1m-wide single beds, mosquito nets, desks, armchairs, and share an independent wet-dry separated shower and restroom. The executive twin rooms are equipped with two 0.7m-wide single beds and a washroom.
Public Areas
The entire train is equipped with WiFi devices, ensuring that tourists can stay connected with the outside world at any time during the journey. The dining carriage serves Chinese cuisine, free beverages, and mineral water throughout the journey, prepared by a professional chef team based on Xinjiang’s special diet. This creates a delicious culinary journey. The bar carriage is equipped with entertainment facilities such as coffee seats, TVs, audio equipment, karaoke, and pianos. Tourists can play the piano, watch movies, enjoy afternoon tea, sing aloud, and indulge in the joy of the journey.
Staffing Ratio and Service Features
The New Oriental Express has a standard passenger capacity of 160 people, equipped with 50 staff members, providing a service ratio of 1:3.2, ensuring that every tourist can enjoy attentive and considerate service. Each carriage is assigned a dedicated attendant who cleans the rooms regularly every day and provides exclusive services throughout the journey, such as serving tea and water, preparing towels, etc. When elderly passengers take a bath, a dedicated butler will stand guard outside the door, giving tourists a warm and homely feeling.
III. Meticulous Train Services
Dedicated Butler
Each accommodation carriage is assigned a dedicated butler, and mineral water and hot tea are supplied in the rooms. Laundry services are also available on the train (fees apply separately).
All-In-One Ticket System
All accommodation, dining, and attractions involved are included in the ticket price, no additional payment is required.
Full-Itinerary Tour Guide
One-stop service is provided, with no change of tour guides midway, fully ensuring tourists’ travel experience.
IV. Ingeniously Planned Itinerary Arrangement
Main Routes
Currently, the New Oriental Express tourist train mainly offers three routes: the full route of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, and the Southern Xinjiang route. These routes roughly cover well-known attractions in Xinjiang such as Koktokay, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland.
Itinerary Highlights
The train operates mostly at night, while during the day, it stops at stations for sightseeing activities, ensuring that travel and sightseeing do not interfere with each other. Tourists can fully enjoy the magnificent scenery of Xinjiang and experience the local customs and traditions.
V. 2025 Annual Departure Schedule of New Oriental Express (Gold, Silver, and Blue Diamond Classes)
Session Schedule, Dates, Route, Duration
1st Session: March 30th – April 6th, 11 Days in Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
2nd Session: April 8th – April 17th, 12 Days in Southern Xinjiang + Yining with New Oriental Express
3rd Session: April 19th – April 25th, 10 Days in Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
4th Session: April 27th – May 6th, 12 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
5th Session: May 8th – May 20th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
6th Session: May 22nd – June 3rd, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
7th Session: June 6th – June 18th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
8th Session: June 20th – July 24th, 35 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
9th Session: July 4th – July 16th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
10th Session: July 18th – July 30th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
11th Session: August 2nd – August 14th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
12th Session: August 16th – August 28th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
13th Session: August 30th – September 11th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
14th Session: September 13th – September 24th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
15th Session: September 26th – October 8th, 5 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
16th Session: October 10th – October 19th, 12 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
17th Session: October 21st – November 3rd, 14 Days in Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
18th Session: November 3rd – November 13th, 11 Days in Southern Xinjiang with New Oriental Express
VI. Riding the New Oriental Express is a unique and luxurious experience, but to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey, here are some important notes:
1. Book in advance
Booking time: Due to limited seating on the New Oriental Express, it is recommended to book several months in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.
Booking channel: Book through official channels or authorized agents to ensure seat and service reliability.
2. Luggage preparation
Luggage restrictions: According to the train’s luggage policy, understand and prepare luggage that meets the specified quantity and size in advance.
Valuables: Carry valuables with you and avoid storing too much cash or important documents in your luggage.
3. Understand the itinerary
Itinerary arrangement: Carefully read the itinerary manual to understand the daily activity schedule, attractions, and meal times.
Time management: Reasonably arrange your personal time to ensure you have enough time for rest and sightseeing.
4. Comfortable clothing
Clothing choices: Prepare suitable clothing based on the weather conditions during the trip. When traveling at night, it is recommended to wear comfortable pajamas.
Footwear: Bring comfortable walking shoes for use when visiting attractions.
5. Catering arrangements
Dining options: The dining car provides Chinese cuisine service. If you have special dietary needs, please inform the staff in advance.
Drinking water: Mineral water and hot tea are provided in the carriages to ensure you stay hydrated at all times.
6. Electronic devices
Charging facilities: Power outlets are available in the carriages, but it is recommended to bring a portable charger just in case.
Wi-Fi usage: The entire train is equipped with Wi-Fi, but the network speed may vary by region. Reasonably arrange your online time.
7. Safety matters
Emergency exits: Familiarize yourself with the locations and usage of emergency exits in the carriages.
Fire safety: Comply with the train’s fire safety regulations and refrain from smoking in the carriages.
8. Service requests
Dedicated attendant: Each carriage is equipped with a dedicated attendant. If you have any needs, please contact them promptly.
Laundry service: The train provides laundry service (additional fees apply). If you need it, please inform the staff in advance.
9. Health preparation
Medication carry-on: If you have a specific illness or need to take medication long-term, please carry the relevant medications with you.
Altitude sickness: Some attractions are located in high altitude areas. If you experience altitude sickness, please seek medical attention promptly and inform the train staff.
10. Cultural etiquette
Respect local culture: When visiting attractions, respect local customs and cultural traditions.
Environmental awareness: Pay attention to environmental protection and do not litter casually. For information on how to book tickets and register for the New Oriental Express luxury tourist train, the destination and starting city of the New Oriental Express luxury tourist train, the ticket prices, the train marshalling situation and detailed descriptions of the carriages, the annual schedule of the New Oriental Express luxury tourist train has been released. Tourists who want to ride the New Oriental Express luxury tourist train are welcome to consult the official train manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information)