The Xindongfang Express, with king-size beds, private bathrooms, KTV, bars, and lounges, is not a star hotel but a high-quality tourist train with complete facilities and exquisite decoration—the Xindongfang Express gives you a mobile five-star home.
Reservation number for the Xinjiang Xindongfang Special Train: 181 3962 2229 (same as WeChat)
The entire train is configured according to five-star hotel standards and is currently the best in the world in terms of super luxury trains. It is a mobile dream castle that makes some travel enthusiasts around the world envy to the point of drooling. The train travels from north to south every day, circling around Xinjiang, crossing the desert Gobi and the Pamir Plateau to see the leisurely white-haired and black-haired cows grazing, and the snow-capped Tianshan Mountains. Passengers can play in the Irtysh River, pick up beautiful pebbles, go to Hoh Xil to find shepherds, taste the shepherds’ homemade wine, see the folk customs and dances of different ethnic groups in Kanas, visit the ancient karez wells in Turpan, taste the sweet grapes, and cross the boundless Taklamakan Desert to experience its charm. Riding on this Xindongfang Express, you can travel throughout the entire panorama of Xinjiang, understand the diverse cultures of multiple ethnic groups in the region, and witness the abundance and beauty of Xinjiang. Next, let’s take a look at what this train looks like and what its unique features are.
What do the carriages of the Xindongfang Express look like?
The upgraded Xindongfang Express consists of 18 carriages, including 8 Golden Diamond carriages and 10 Blue Diamond carriages. Each Golden Diamond carriage has a capacity of 8 passengers, comprising 4 double suites with double beds, desks, wardrobes, safes, and private bathrooms; each Blue Diamond carriage has a capacity of 28 passengers, consisting of 7 quadruple cabins with bunk beds, shared toilets, and showers. The train is also equipped with dining cars, bar cars, and other functional carriages. Each cabin has 2 sets of charging sockets at the bedside, and the entire train is covered by Wi-Fi. The train uses solid wood furniture that meets environmental standards.
What are the special services of the New Oriental Train?
There are abundant itinerary options, with various tourist routes designed such as ‘The Great Beauty of Northern and Southern Xinjiang’ (Xinjiang Circular Route) and ‘Silk Road Exploration’ (Urumqi to Yinchuan), satisfying the diverse needs of travelers. The trains mostly operate at night and stop during the day for sightseeing. The scenery changes as the train moves, providing a safe and comfortable journey. VIP reception services are provided throughout the trip, with hands-free heavy luggage service, dedicated vehicles, and privacy protection, making travel more convenient. A professional chef team cooks, providing Chinese cuisine services throughout the journey. Each carriage is equipped with a dedicated attendant who tidies up regularly every day to keep the carriage clean. In addition to providing beverage services, the bar carriage is also equipped with coffee shops, televisions and audio equipment, karaoke, pianos, movie watching, and KTV singing. Tea parties can all be held on the train! With a comfortable environment and attentive service, this mobile ‘star-rated hotel’ integrating accommodation, leisure, and dining, do you find it appealing?
May 18th Northern and Southern Xinjiang 15-day tour
Quadruple Blue Diamond luxury cabin:
Quote from Urumqi, Xinjiang: 18,999 yuan/person (25-person VIP small group)
Upgraded 2-person cabin quote: 26,999 yuan/person (20-person VIP small group)
May 19th Southern Xinjiang 12-day tour
Exclusive charter of Silk Road Tianshan: 288,000 yuan/carriage
Upper bunk in a luxury Blue Diamond quadruple cabin: 15,880 yuan/person
Lower bunk in a luxury Blue Diamond quadruple cabin: 16,880 yuan/person
Exclusive quadruple cabin for 3 adults in a 28-person carriage: 19,880 yuan/person
Exclusive quadruple cabin for 2 adults in a 28-person carriage: 26,680 yuan/person
Upper bunk in a luxury soft sleeper quadruple cabin: 12,580 yuan/person
Lower bunk in a luxury soft sleeper quadruple cabin: 13,580 yuan/person
Exclusive luxury soft sleeper for 3 adults in a quadruple cabin: 16,980 yuan/person
Exclusive luxury soft sleeper for 2 adults in a quadruple cabin: 22,180 yuan/person
June 4th/September 6th + 1,500 yuan/person for Silk Road Tianshan
Route A: Northern Xinjiang + Duku Highway 15 days
New Oriental Express Blue Diamond Carriage (4 persons): 22,999 yuan/person
New Oriental Express Blue Diamond Carriage (2 persons): 31,999 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Quadruple Room (2 rooms for 8 persons in total): 22,999 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Executive Room (for 2 persons with upper and lower bunks): 33,999 yuan/2 persons;
Single occupancy (upper bunk can be folded away): 43,999 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Luxury Suite (for 2 persons): 119,999 yuan/2 persons
Single room surcharge at hotels around: 3,500 yuan/person
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Route B: Northern Xinjiang + Desert Highway + Populus Euphratica Forest 15 days
New Oriental Express Blue Diamond Carriage (4 persons): 20,888 yuan/person
New Oriental Express Blue Diamond Carriage (2 persons): 29,888 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Four-Person Room (2 rooms for 8 persons): ¥20,888/person
Silk Road Tianshan Executive Room (for 2 persons with bunk beds): ¥31,888/person;
Single Occupancy (Upper Bed Can Be Folded): ¥41,888/person
Silk Road Tianshan Luxury Suite (for 2 persons): ¥115,888/2 persons
Single Room Surcharge at Hotels Across Regions: ¥3,200/person
June 8th, 17 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Starting and Ending in Urumqi:
Gold Diamond Carriage, 8 Persons per Carriage, 2 Persons per Room, ¥42,999/person (16-Person VIP Group)
Single Room Surcharge: ¥25,000/person (Single Room on Train and Land)
Blue Diamond 4-Person Compartment Quote: ¥22,999/person (25-Person VIP Small Group)
Upgraded 2-Person Compartment Quote: ¥30,999/person (20-Person VIP Small Group)
July 13th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Gold Diamond Carriage, 08 Persons per Carriage, 2 Persons per Room, ¥45,999/person (18-Person VIP Group)
Blue Diamond Carriage, 28 Persons per Carriage, 2 Persons per Room, ¥36,999/person (18-Person VIP Group)
Gold Diamond Single Room Surcharge: ¥25,000/person (Single Room on Train and Land)
Blue Diamond Single Room Surcharge: ¥6,000/person (Single Room on Land)
July 13th, 16 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Gold Diamond, 2 Persons per Room: ¥51,999/person
Blue Diamond, 2 Persons per Room: ¥42,999/person
July 28th, Urumqi — Yinchuan, 14 Days
Supreme Gold Diamond Carriage | Capacity: 2 Persons | Price per Person: ¥42,999, Single Room for Entire Journey: ¥65,999/person | Private Compartment for 1 Person, Single Room in Hotel
Luxury Blue Diamond Carriage | Capacity: 3 Persons | Price for 1st Person: ¥34,999, Price for 2nd Person: ¥34,999, Price for 3rd Person: ¥30,999
Single Room for Entire Journey: ¥53,499/person | Private Compartment for 1 Person, Single Room in Hotel
August 8th, Yinchuan — Urumqi, 14 Days
Supreme Gold Diamond Carriage | Capacity: 2 Persons | Price per Person: ¥42,999, Single Room for Entire Journey: ¥65,999/person | Private Compartment for 1 Person, Single Room in Hotel
Luxury Blue Diamond Carriage | Capacity: 3 Persons | Price for 1st Person: ¥34,999, Price for 2nd Person: ¥34,999, Price for 3rd Person: ¥30,999, Single Room for Entire Journey: ¥53,499/person | Private Compartment for 1 Person, Single Room in Hotel
September 9th, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Supreme Gold Diamond Carriage | Maximum Capacity: 2 Persons | Price per Person: ¥49,999/person
Luxury Blue Diamond Carriage | Maximum Capacity: 3 Persons | Price per Person: ¥41,999/person (1st & 2nd Person), ¥37,999/person (3rd Person)
September 23rd, 15 Days in Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Supreme Gold Diamond Carriage | Maximum Capacity: 2 Persons | Price per Person: ¥52,999/person
Luxury Blue Diamond Carriage | Maximum Capacity: 3 Persons | Price per Person: ¥44,999/person (1st & 2nd Person), ¥40,999/person (3rd Person)
Xinjiang New Oriental Special Train Reservation Phone (Same as Above)