15 Days Xinjiang Luxury New Orient Express Tour Aug. & Sept. 2026
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In the vast landscape of China’s tourism, the New Orient Express stands out as one of the country’s most iconic luxury trains, often described as a mobile five-star hotel that redefines modern railway travel. Operated by the Urumqi Railway Bureau, this luxury tourist train is a favorite among domestic and international travelers.
Duration
15Days
Group Size
1~20
Max Altitude
3200
Best Time
Aug. to Sept.
Itinerary
Arrive in Urumqi. Transfer to hotel. Visit Xinjiang Regional Museum and International Grand Bazaar. Welcome dinner. Overnight Urumqi.
Meal: D
Accommodation: Urumqi
Morning visit Heavenly Lake (Tianchi). Afternoon: board the New Orient Express luxury train. Overnight on train.
Meal: B,L,D
Accommodation: Train
Arrive in Turpan. Visit Jiaohe Ancient City, Flaming Mountains, Karez Well System, Grape Valley. Overnight on train.
Meal: B,L,D
Accommodation: Train
Arrive in Kashgar. Visit Id Kah Mosque, old town, Abakh Hoja Tomb, and Sunday Bazaar. Overnight on train.
Meal: B,L,D
Accommodation: Train
Drive on Karakoram Highway to Karakul Lake (3,600m) with views of Muztagh Ata. Visit Tashkurgan Stone City. Overnight on train.
Meal: B,L,D
Accommodation: Train
Arrive in Dunhuang. Visit Mogao Caves (UNESCO World Heritage). Evening: Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake. Overnight on train.
Meal: B,L,D
Accommodation: Train
Arrive in Jiayuguan. Visit Jiayuguan Pass, the western end of the Great Wall. Overnight on train.
Meal: B,L,D
Accommodation: Train
Arrive in Zhangye. Visit Zhangye Danxia National Geopark, the colorful rainbow mountains. Overnight on train.
Meal: B,L,D
Accommodation: Train
Arrive in Xining. Visit Kumbum Monastery (Ta'er Si). Overnight on train or hotel.
Meal: B,L,D
Accommodation: Train/Hotel
Arrive in Lanzhou. Visit Yellow River Iron Bridge and Gansu Museum. Overnight on train or hotel.
Meal: B,L,D
Accommodation: Train/Hotel
Arrive in Xian. Visit Terracotta Warriors and Ancient City Wall. Overnight Xian.
Meal: B,L
Accommodation: Xian
Transfer to airport or train station. Tour ends.
Meal: B
Accommodation: /
What's Included
- Luxury train accommodation (private cabin)
- All meals on train
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All entrance tickets
- Hotel accommodation off-train
- Air-conditioned vehicle for excursions
- Welcome dinner
What's Not Included
- International/domestic flights
- Tips for guide & driver
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Drinks and laundry
Tour Price
From $5,998 per person (twin cabin). Aug-Sept 2026 departure.
* Contact us for custom departure dates and group discounts.
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