2025 August Comprehensive Guide to the New Oriental Express Luxury Train in Xinjiang: Route, Reservation, Price List, and Ticket Purchasing Guide The 2025 schedule and detailed costs for the New Oriental Express luxury train have been released! The itinerary, scenic route, ticket price information, reservation notes, and other details for the customized luxury train tour of Xinjiang on the New Oriental Express departing on August 15th are announced below:
Ticket Prices for the New Oriental Express in August:
Starting and Ending Date: August 15th — August 28th
Starting and Ending City: Urumqi, Xinjiang
Silver Diamond Cabin on the New Oriental Express (4-person cabin) 32,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Cabin on the New Oriental Express (2-person cabin, 4-person cabin for 2 people exclusively) 44,888 yuan/person
Silver Diamond Executive Cabin on the New Oriental Express (with sink, bunk beds, accommodates 2 people) 45,888 yuan/person
New Oriental Express Silver Diamond Suite (with private bathroom, accommodates 2 people, 2 separate rooms, 2 beds): 72888 yuan/person
New Oriental Express Gold Diamond Suite (with private bathroom, accommodates 2 people, 1 king-size bed): 72888 yuan/person
Single room supplement for 8 nights of ground accommodation: 6000 yuan
New Oriental Express Booking Inquiry Account Manager: Maizi 132 01333409
[Detailed Itinerary]
(The following itinerary hotels, meals, and train schedules are for reference only and are subject to the final tour notification. The tour notification will be sent to you in written or electronic document form 5 days before departure.)
Day01: Gather in Urumqi from various places. Today’s arrangement: Arrive in Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang, and purchase your own air ticket for the flight. Upon arrival, our agency will arrange personnel to greet you and escort you to the hotel for check-in and rest. Meals: At your own expense
Notes: Arriving early or leaving late in Urumqi, free pick-up and drop-off service is provided. General check-in time is after 14:00, please be patient. The tour guide will contact you before 22:30 on the arrival night to confirm the next day’s itinerary.
Day02: Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – New Oriental Express – Beitun. After breakfast, head to Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area. After the visit, board the New Oriental Express. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day03: Beitun – Burqin – Kanas. Arrive in Beitun early in the morning and visit Kanas Forest Park before proceeding to Beitun city to check into the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Kanas Hongfu Ecological Hotel or equivalent
Day04: Kanas – Hemu – Jadenyu. After breakfast, head to Hemu Village for a visit and then check into the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Kanas Hongfu Ecological Hotel or equivalent
Day05: Jadenyu – Chonghuer Kazak Homestay – Colorful Beach – Beitun. In the afternoon, visit a Kazak homestay, then proceed to Colorful Beach in the afternoon. In the evening, take the New Oriental Express to the next stop. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day06: New Oriental Express – Sayram Lake – Yining. In the morning, arrive at Jinghe Station, visit Sayram Lake, then proceed to Yining city to visit Six Star Street before checking into the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Yining Tianyuan International, Wenzhou International, or equivalent
Day07: Nalati Grassland. After breakfast, head to Nalati Grassland for a visit and then check into the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Nalati Wansen or equivalent
Day08: Bayinbrook – Duku Highway – Big and Small Dragon Lakes – To Kuqa. After breakfast, depart for Bayinbrook Grassland to experience the scenery of the southern section of the Duku Highway. Visit the Big and Small Dragon Lakes before arriving in Kuqa and checking into the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Kuqa Hotel or equivalent
Day09: Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan – Kuqa王府 (王府 is a title, but here it might refer to Kuqa王府 Mansion) – Old Rostan Street – Special Train to Kashgar. After breakfast, visit the Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan, Kuqa王府 Mansion, and Old Rostan Street. Then, take the New Oriental Express to Kashgar. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day 10: Tajikistan County – Karakul Lake – Tajik Homestay Arrive in Kashgar in the morning, take a car to visit Karakul Lake, and then visit a Tajik homestay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Tajikistan County Europa Hotel, Tajikistan County Guest House, or equivalent
Day 11: Tashkurgan – Stone City – Golden Grass Beach – Kashgar After breakfast, visit Stone City and Golden Grass Beach, and return to Kashgar by car in the afternoon for hotel accommodation. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Kashgar Nanjiang Global Harbor, Tianyuan International Hotel, or equivalent
Day 12: Tashkurgan City – New Oriental Express After breakfast, visit Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, and Xiangfei Garden, and take the New Oriental Express to Korla in the evening. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day 13: Korla – Lop Nur Village – Bositeng Lake Lotus Sea World – New Oriental Express – Urumqi Arrive in Korla in the morning, visit Lop Nur Village and Bositeng Lake Lotus Sea World, and take the New Oriental Express to Urumqi in the evening. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day 14: Arrival in Urumqi – Tour Conclusion The train arrives at Urumqi Railway Station in the morning. Arrange airport/station transfer and conclude your Xinjiang tour!
Introduction to Seats on the New Oriental Express
1. [Gold Diamond Carriage]:
Total area of the Gold Diamond compartment: approximately 10 square meters
King-size bed size: 1.5m * 2m
Bed height from the ground: 30 cm
Toilet area: approximately 2.6 square meters
The Gold Diamond wardrobe has two layers for luggage storage
Layer size: 26*85 cm
Second-layer size: 23*85 cm
2. [Blue Diamond Carriage]:
Blue Diamond Carriage: 4-person room area: 4.8 square meters
Upper bunk size: 0.7m * 1.95m
Lower bunk size: 0.9m * 1.95m
Width between the two beds: 50 cm
Bed height from the ground: 30 cm (suitable-sized luggage can be placed according to this height)
3. [Overview of Silver Diamond Carriage Features]:
Each entire carriage can accommodate up to 14 people or be used by 8 people. Each presidential carriage has 2 separate presidential rooms (shared by 2 people with a wet and dry separated toilet), 1 executive twin room (with a separate vanity unit and can also accommodate 4 people with bunk beds), and 2 four-person rooms (sharing a public vanity unit). The entire carriage is also equipped with facilities such as private toilets, showers, refrigerators, meeting rooms, small KTVs, and pantries.
◆Arrangement of the New Oriental Express Luxury Train in Xinjiang◆
Private Luxury Compartments: The New Oriental Express offers dedicated train services, making your train journey as luxurious as a cruise on land. At each stop, you can relax and enjoy your sightseeing while your luggage is safely kept by the dedicated train porters on the train platform. All you need to carry is your lightweight belongings, making your journey easy and enjoyable.
Urumqi Departure and Arrival Convenient Services: At the departure and arrival stations in Urumqi, dedicated train porters will assist you with loading and unloading your large luggage, freeing you from the hassle of baggage handling. All you need to carry during the trip are your laundry and daily medications, so you can fully enjoy the pleasure of the journey.
Comfortable environment like spring all year round: The New Oriental Express maintains a constant temperature of 72°F (about 22°C) during winter and spring, and the air conditioning is turned on before you board in summer to ensure you return to a warm and comfortable home-like environment.
Luxurious accommodation experience: On the Oriental Express, you will enjoy 5 wonderful nights; for the remaining 10 nights, we will arrange for you to stay in local luxury or themed hotels, allowing you to fully experience the charm and comfort of different regions.
Bar car adds fun to the journey: The special bar car on the train allows you to enjoy a cup of rich coffee with your family and friends during the journey between cities. While listening to the melodious piano music, you can relax and enjoy the desert scenery or invite friends to play a game of chess, making the journey enjoyable.
Freshly cooked cuisine to satisfy your taste buds: Train chefs cook delicious meals on site, with different flavors for each meal, allowing you to taste cuisine from all over China. During mealtimes, red wine, beer, beverages, and post-meal fruits are provided free of charge to satisfy your taste buds.
Professional medical escort throughout the journey: Professional medical staff accompany the train to ensure your safety and worry-free travel, providing you with a more comfortable travel experience.
Considerate butler service: The New Oriental Express is equipped with about 50 staff members, and each sleeping car has a dedicated butler to solve any problems you may encounter during your journey, making you feel at home on the train.
24-hour hot water showers: The showers in the sleeping cars provide 24-hour hot water, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable shower anytime on the train and stay fresh and energetic.
2025 New Oriental Express tourist train schedule plan
Operating dates for the Gold and Silver Diamond compositions of the New Oriental Express in 2025 (total of 19 trips):
The following dates are scheduled for the Gold and Silver Diamond compositions of the New Oriental Express: March 30th, April 8th, April 19th, April 27th, May 8th, May 22nd, June 6th, June 20th, July 4th, July 18th, August 2nd, August 16th, August 30th, September 13th, September 26th, October 10th, October 21st, November 3rd, and December 23rd.
Operating dates for the Blue Diamond composition of the New Oriental Express in 2025 (total of 16 trips):
The following dates are scheduled for the Blue Diamond composition of the New Oriental Express: April 10th, April 20th, May 1st, May 14th, May 28th, June 11th, June 25th, July 9th, July 23rd, August 5th, August 19th, September 2nd, September 15th, September 28th, October 12th, and October 23rd.
Friendly reminder: Some dates for the Gold and Silver Diamond compositions of the New Oriental Express are sold out. If you have travel plans for the New Oriental Express in 2025, please contact the official train manager: Maizi 132 01333409 as soon as possible to book your seat to avoid affecting your travel.