What are the prices and schedules for the 2025 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train?
Reservation phone number: 181-3962-2229 (same as WeChat)
Ticketing 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 that is not sold externally on the 12306 railway bureau’s official website. It is sold through designated official travel agency channels by the railway bureau.
Second: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train mainly offers panoramic views of northern and southern Xinjiang (around 15 days), southern Xinjiang only (around 9 days), or northern Xinjiang only (around 8 days). All departures and arrivals are at Urumqi Station. Departure dates are generally from May to November, with different departure dates, plans, and products each month.
Third: Add the Sales Manager’s contact number 181-39622229 to learn about the specific Golden Diamond and Blue Diamond prices for the New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train, as well as New Oriental Express tourism products, to choose the appropriate tour date.
Fourth: After selecting the travel date and product, you can confirm your reservation and registration. First, provide ID information (name + ID number). Second, pay the deposit for the New Oriental Express train ticket, with the balance to be paid 30 days before departure.
Fifth: Sign the unified electronic contract format on the national tourism supervision platform. Arrive in Urumqi according to the departure time. Our company provides 24/7 pick-up service. Upon arrival in Urumqi, we will embark on our journey on the top-of-the-line luxury special train, the New Oriental Express.
If you have plans to join the New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train, for specific information about the New Oriental Express, as well as registration and ticketing methods, please feel free to contact us.
This train is China’s most luxurious special train to date – the New Oriental Express, which can be called the Rolls-Royce of trains.
Once you board this train, it will definitely change your stereotype of trains. The train has everything from restaurants, bars, KTVs, showers… even the first-class cabins of high-speed trains pale in comparison.
The New Oriental Express, built at a cost of 48 million yuan, has a maximum journey duration of 14 days with a starting price of over 30,000 yuan per person. However, even at this price, tickets are hard to come by.
It can be said that it is not just a train, but more like a complex of a ‘hotel + cinema + KTV + regional cultural scenery + local cuisine’.
The New Oriental Express top-level luxury tourist train enjoys high popularity and a good reputation in the domestic and international tourism markets and continues to be sought after by domestic tourists.
The New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourist train route spans both northern and southern Xinjiang, passing through scenic spots including: Tianshan Tianchi, Koktokay, Kanas Scenic Area, Colorful Beach, Hemu Village, Nalati Grassland, Sayram Lake, Bayanbulak Grassland, Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon, Kizil Grottoes, Pamir Plateau, Karakul Lake, Stone City, Kashgar Old Town, Xiangfei Garden, Kanerjing, Jiaohe Ancient City, etc. All the famous scenic spots in Xinjiang that you can think of are covered!
Car Model Introduction:
The 18 brand-new carriages, completely overhauled in 2020, include 8 Gold Diamond luxury carriages and 10 Blue Diamond carriages. Each Gold Diamond luxury carriage has a capacity of 8 passengers and consists of 4 suites with independent bathrooms and king-size beds; each Blue Diamond carriage has a capacity of 28 passengers and consists of 7 compartments sharing public restrooms and showers.
Equipment Introduction:
8 Gold Diamond carriages: 4 two-person compartments, each with a king-size bed, desk, wardrobe, safe, and an independent shower and restroom.
10 Blue Diamond carriages: 7 two-person compartments with double beds (bunk beds), and each of the 7 compartments shares a Chinese-style and Western-style restroom and a public shower room at both ends of the carriage.
1. Compared with ordinary trains or special trains, its airtightness, stability, and shock absorption have been greatly improved.
2. The noise decibel data of the air-conditioning system meets the standard, and the compressor uses a train-specific compressor. The vehicle undergoes strict third-party testing and exceeds the standard before leaving the factory. The main airway design has been updated, adopting a static pressure sealed cavity, with side air outlets and electric ventilation regulators. The air compressor has an independent air supply system that can assist in air supply when there is no generator. The airflow is gentle, and when the vehicle’s air speed reaches a certain level, it automatically releases air pressure. This setting is unique to special transport official cars and is not found in ordinary cars. The power of this car has been increased, and the material of the airway has been upgraded, providing heat dissipation, insulation, moisture retention, and heat insulation.
3. The carriage has design highlights: 1) It is currently the largest compartment with a shower in China; the shower rooms throughout the train are separated into wet and dry areas, and the material and design of the partitions are the most advanced at present. 2) The original 1064mm windows have been replaced with 25T-type 1528mm large viewing windows for the corridors and rooms; 3) Each room has an added air volume adjustment switch; 4) The upper bunk has a damping device and can be folded up close to the wall; this is currently the most advanced in China. 5) Each bedside in the compartment is equipped with a 5-pin socket for computer and mobile phone charging with a USB interface (AC200V/300W, 2 sets in total); a set of 5-pin sockets (AC200V/1500W) is set at the multi-functional table, and a 5-pin socket with a splash-proof face box (AC200V/1500W) is set in the restroom; 6) Vacuum waste collection devices are installed in the restrooms; 7) Exclusive ceramic toilets throughout the train; 8) The train has undergone a special formaldehyde removal process and meets national and international standards.
The furniture throughout the carriage is made of solid wood and is customized by a manufacturer designated by China Railway to provide furniture exclusively for official and special transport vehicles. The mattress for the king-size bed is from Qumei, the shower is from Haier, and the bathing products for Gold Diamond and Blue Diamond are generally brands such as Lux, Rejoice, and Safeguard.
[Introduction to the New Oriental Express]
The New Oriental Express tourist train underwent a complete upgrade in 2020 with a total investment of 48 million yuan. Compared to the original Oriental Express train body,
The new train body has significantly improved sealing, stability, and shock absorption, and is equipped with large glass panoramic windows. The train has the largest area in China
Luxury suites with showers. The shower room is separated into wet and dry areas, using the most advanced partition material design. Ceramic toilets are exclusively used throughout the train. Each
Each room is equipped with an air volume adjustment switch, and each bedside in the suite has a USB port and a 5-pin socket. The train has undergone formaldehyde removal and fully meets international standards.
The New Oriental Express is currently China’s newest luxury tourist train, with hardware configurations, dining services, and attentive staff
Services are comparable to those of star hotels. The sleeping carriages include Supreme Gold Diamond Class with 8 carriages (4 luxury suites per carriage, limited to 2 persons per suite, with private bathrooms
bathrooms/desks/wardrobes/safes) and luxury Blue Diamond Class with 4 carriages (7 suites per carriage, accommodating 2-4 persons each, with shared bathrooms in the carriages)
bathrooms/refrigerators) and luxury Blue Diamond Class with 4 carriages (7 suites per carriage, accommodating 2-4 persons each, with shared bathrooms in the carriages), as well as a luxury bar throughout the train. The suites have large panoramic windows, exclusive bedding, and
Entertainment carriages and Chinese-style dining cars are equipped with professional chefs, providing a full range of premium VIP travel services throughout the journey.
The New Oriental Express is exclusively built by the Urumqi Railway Bureau, with integrated and optimized routes, making full use of passengers’ nighttime rest time for travel
Therefore, more attractions can be visited during the day with longer stays. The train track is straight, shortening travel time, and tourists can
Stroll through the carriages or relax and enjoy a drink in the entertainment or dining cars while admiring the beautiful scenery of Xinjiang along the way
April 8, New Oriental Express panoramic tour of Taklamakan Desert and southern Xinjiang for 12 days. Departure and return city: Urumqi. Departure date: April 8, 2023
Gold Diamond Class: 2 persons per room at 29,999 yuan/person (18-person VIP group)
Blue Diamond Class: 4 persons per room at 16,999 yuan/person (20-person VIP group)
Upgrade to Blue Diamond Class: 2 persons per room at 24,999 yuan/person (20-person VIP group)
April 25, New Oriental Express special train for a 12-day journey through northern and southern Xinjiang
Departure and return city: Urumqi. Departure date: April 25, 2023
Gold Diamond Class: 2 persons per room at 37,980 yuan/person
Upgrade to Blue Diamond Class: 2 persons per room at 32,980 yuan/person
May 21, New Oriental Express special train for a 15-day panoramic tour of northern and southern Xinjiang
Departure and return city: Urumqi. Departure date: May 21, 2023
Gold Diamond Class: 2 persons per room at 41,999 yuan/person (18-person VIP group)
Blue Diamond Class: 28 passengers per carriage, 4 persons per room at 25,999 yuan/person (24-person exquisite small group)
Upgrade to Blue Diamond Class: 14 passengers per carriage, 2 persons per room at 33,999 yuan/person (20-person VIP group)
June 21st New Oriental Express Prestige 13-day tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Departure and arrival city: Urumqi; Departure date: June 21st airport pick-up and hotel check-in
Luxury Blue Diamond Four-person Cabin (for 4 people): 24880 yuan/person; Luxury Blue Diamond Four-person Cabin (for 2 people): 34880 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Four-person Room (2 rooms for a total of 8 people): 24880 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Executive Room (for 2 people, upper and lower berths): 35880 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Executive Room (for 1 person, upper berth available): 49880 yuan/room
Silk Road Tianshan Luxury Suite (for 2 people): 109880 yuan/room (sold out)
Silk Road Tianshan: 398800 yuan/entire carriage/for 12 people
July 31st/August 26th New Oriental Express Prestige 13-day tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
Urumqi assembly time: July 31st airport pick-up and hotel check-in / August 26th airport pick-up and hotel check-in; Train departure time: August 1st morning / August 27th morning
Luxury Blue Diamond Four-person Cabin (for 4 people): 26999 yuan/person
Luxury Blue Diamond Four-person Cabin (for 2 people): 35999 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Four-person Room (2 rooms for a total of 8 people): 26999 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Executive Room (for 2 people, upper and lower berths): 37999 yuan/person
Silk Road Tianshan Executive Room (for 1 person, upper berth available): 51999 yuan/room
Silk Road Tianshan Luxury Suite (for 2 people): 119999 yuan/room; Silk Road Tianshan: 428800 yuan/entire carriage/for 12 people
0619 Luxury 15-day tour of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, departing and returning from Urumqi
Gold Diamond carriage: 8-8 people per carriage, 2-2 people per room, 945999 yuan/person (8-18 people VIP group) [Note: This segment has formatting issues in the original, so the translation maintains the same structure]
Child price: 1.2m and below: 7888 yuan/person [does not include train berth, hotel accommodation, or tickets; includes half meals, transportation fee, tour guide service, and liability insurance]
1.2m-1.5m: 9999 yuan/person [includes half-price train ticket without a berth, does not include hotel accommodation or tickets; includes meals, transportation fee, tour guide service, and liability
Insurance
Gold Diamond single room surcharge: 25000 yuan/person (one person occupies one room both on the train and on land)
Blue Diamond carriage: 14 people per carriage, 2 people per room, 36999 yuan/person (20-person exquisite small group)
Child price: 1.2m and below: 6888 yuan/person [does not include train berth, hotel accommodation, or tickets; includes half meals, transportation fee, tour guide service, and liability insurance]
1.2m-1.5m: 9999 yuan/person [includes half-price train ticket without a berth, meals, transportation fee, tour guide service, and liability insurance. Does not include hotel accommodation and
Tickets
Blue Diamond single room surcharge: 5000 yuan/person (one person occupies one room on land)
Reservation hotline: 181-39622229, 0991-8585456
Detailed itinerary can be provided via WeChat