The New Oriental Express, meticulously crafted by the Urumqi Railway Bureau, features a refreshing green exterior adorned with the eye-catching ‘UR’ logo, racing across the vast North-South Xinjiang railway lines. Since the beginning of 2020, it has undergone a comprehensive upgrade costing nearly 50 million yuan, emerging with a brand-new look. The interior of the carriages is elegantly decorated with luxurious and high-end facilities. The spacious and bright glass panoramic windows allow passengers to fully enjoy the breathtaking scenery along the way, while the luxurious compartments equipped with shower facilities provide ultimate comfort. As one of the leading high-end luxury tourist trains in Xinjiang, the New Oriental Express departs from Urumqi and returns there, offering tourists a comfortable, convenient, and comprehensive travel experience. The 2025 annual schedule has been released, and tourists interested in riding the New Oriental Express luxury tourist train are welcome to inquire at the official train hotline: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
I. Commonly Asked Questions About the New Oriental Express Luxury Tourist Train
Question: What is the New Oriental Express?
Answer: The New Oriental Express is a high-quality tourist train dedicated to Xinjiang, which underwent a complete upgrade in 2020 with a total investment of 48 million yuan. It is renowned for its luxurious configuration, high-quality service, and unique travel experience, being likened to the ‘Rolls-Royce of trains’.
Question: What is the main route of the New Oriental Express?
Answer: The main route of the New Oriental Express runs along the Northern Xinjiang Railway and Southern Xinjiang Railway in a loop, departing from Urumqi Station and visiting places such as Ili, Kuqa, Kashgar, Korla, as well as famous attractions such as Tianshan Heavenly Lake, Koktokay, Kanas Scenic Area, Colorful Beach, and Hemu Village. Question: What are the types of carriages on the New Oriental Express?
Answer: The New Oriental Express consists of sleeper carriages, dining carriages, and bar carriages, with all carriages being sleeper cars. The sleeper carriages are divided into Gold Diamond carriages and Blue Diamond carriages. Each Gold Diamond carriage accommodates only 8 tourists, consisting of 4 suites with facilities such as private bathrooms, desks, and wardrobes. Each Blue Diamond carriage can accommodate 28 tourists, consisting of 7 soft-packaged berths, with public bathroom services provided at both ends of the carriage. Question: What are the service features of the New Oriental Express?
Answer: The New Oriental Express offers a one-ticket service, with all accommodation, meals, and attractions included in the ticket price. Each accommodation carriage is assigned a dedicated butler to provide services. Mineral water and hot tea are supplied in the rooms. Laundry services are also available on the train (additional fees apply). The dining carriage is configured for four people to share a table, with each meal consisting of multiple dishes and a soup, and beer and soft drinks are provided. The train is equipped with KTV, bars, and other entertainment facilities, offering a variety of recreational activities. Question: What is the experience like on the New Oriental Express?
Answer: Passengers generally evaluate the New Oriental Express as a luxurious travel experience. The train features large panoramic glass windows, separate shower rooms with dry and wet areas, 24/7 hot water supply, full-train WiFi coverage, and other hardware facilities. Coupled with meal services by a professional chef team and dedicated butler services, the trip is both comfortable and convenient. Question: How do I book the New Oriental Express?
Answer: Tourists should book the New Oriental Express through formal travel agencies cooperating with the Urumqi Railway Bureau, such as Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. When booking, it is necessary to provide ID information of the travelers, pay a deposit, and sign an electronic contract. A one-stop airport pick-up service will be arranged on the day of arrival. II. Ticket Price Guide for the New Oriental Express in August
The ticket prices for the New Oriental Express vary based on seasonal changes, carriage classes, and the number of travel days. Below are the fee standards for the 14-day tour package to northern and southern Xinjiang in August, as announced officially by the New Oriental Express. For more information, please call the customer service hotline for detailed inquiries and reservations:
New Oriental Express Silver Diamond Carriage (each room accommodates 4 people): Price is 32,888 yuan/person
New Oriental Express Silver Diamond Carriage (double room, 2 people sharing in a 4-person room): Price is 44,888 yuan/person
New Oriental Express Executive Room (equipped with a sink, bunk bed design, can accommodate 2 people): Price is 45,888 yuan/person
New Oriental Express Luxury Silver Diamond Suite (with private bathroom, accommodates 2 people, 2 single rooms, each with 2 beds): Price is 72,888 yuan/person
New Oriental Express Luxury Golden Diamond Suite (equipped with private bathroom, accommodates 2 people, 1 king-sized bed): Price is 72,888 yuan/person. August New Oriental Express Itinerary Guide
D1 Gather in Urumqi from various places, after arrival, airport pickup and transfer to the hotel.
D2 Tianshan Heavenly Lake, take the New Oriental Express to Beitun in the evening
D3 Arrive in Beitun in the morning, Burqin, Kanas
D4 Kanas – Hemu
D5 Jiadengyu – Chonghuer Kazak Family Visit – Colorful Beach – Beitun
D6 Arrive in Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining – Liuxingjie
D7 Nalati Grassland
D8 Bayanbulak Grassland, Duku Highway, Big and Small Dragon Lakes – depart for Kuqa
D9 Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan Mountains, Kuqa王府 (王府 should be translated as王府 Palace or王府 Mansion based on context, but here it’s kept as is), Restan Old Street
D10 Arrive in Kashgar, depart for Taxkorgan County – Karakul Lake, Tajik family visit
D11 Stone City, Golden Grass Beach, return to Kashgar
D12 Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Xiangfei Garden
D13 Arrive in Korla in the morning, visit the Luobu Village and Bositeng Lake Lotus Sea World, evening special train to Urumqi
D14 Arrive in Urumqi in the morning, airport transfer. The reservation process for the New Oriental Express is as follows:
1. Inquiry and understanding: First, you need to contact the official consultation center of the New Oriental Express special train at Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to obtain detailed information about the New Oriental Express, including the facilities and seat distribution of different carriages.
2. Select travel date and route: Based on personal schedule and preferences, choose the itinerary of the New Oriental Express, such as the 13-15-day Panoramic North and South Xinjiang tour or the 10-12-day Southern Xinjiang tour. 3. Determine the advance deposit amount and payment method: After selecting the travel date and seat, provide personal identity information and pay the corresponding advance deposit. The amount of the advance deposit will vary based on the selected carriage type, such as 20,000 yuan/person for Golden Diamond Suites and Presidential Suites, and 15,000 yuan/person for Blue Diamond Suites.
4. Wait for detailed itinerary and price confirmation: After paying the advance deposit, you need to wait for the detailed itinerary and price of the New Oriental Express to be confirmed. Once the itinerary and price are confirmed, Xinjiang Pathfinder International will provide a formal contract and related subsequent procedures.
5. Sign the electronic contract and wait for departure: Sign the electronic contract regulated uniformly by the National Culture and Tourism Administration and complete relevant procedures. Please inform the customer service supervisor of the New Oriental Express of your flight or train information for arriving in and departing from Urumqi, so that they can arrange airport pickup service and ensure a smooth start to your luxurious journey.