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[China] New Oriental Express |
[China] New Oriental Express |
[China] New Oriental Express |
[China] New Oriental Express |
[China] New Oriental Express |

[China] New Oriental Express |


Duration:13 day(s)
Guided language: 廣東話
Please present the e-voucher on-site

During the Xinjiang Silk Road journey, the train will travel more than 3,300 kilometers, providing a comfortable and stable railway journey. New Oriental Express's more than 80 employees are on call 24 hours a day to provide a full range of considerate services. All-inclusive shuttle buses in the scenic area reduce walking time. Special personnel will transport large luggage to and from the train. 2-way inland flight to and from Beijing/Urumqi. Feel the return of spring from March to April. Arrange medical staff to accompany the group to take care of emergencies.

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Product Info

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- An Introduction-

  • The New Oriental Express train model is 25G. It will be completed in 2020 and officially put into service in 2021.
  • During the Xinjiang Silk Road journey, the train will travel more than 3,300 kilometers, providing a comfortable and stable railway journey. New Oriental Express's more than 80 employees are on call 24 hours a day to provide a full range of considerate services.
  • Golden Diamond Carriage: 1 card, 4 rooms; independent bathroom, room size is about 100 feet, bathroom size is about 30 feet, large bed size is 1.5 meters x 2 meters, double wardrobe is about 26 x 85 cm and 23 x 85 centimeter
  • Blue Diamond Car: 1 card, 7 rooms. Each room has 4 beds; the room size is about 50 feet, the upper bed is 0.7 meters x 1.95 meters, the lower bed is 0.9 meters x 1.95 meters, the distance between the two beds is about 50 cm, and the distance between the bed and the ground is about 30 cm
  • Exclusive meal card and bar card; the meal card arranges a table for 4 people to taste selected delicacies from across the country. Red wine/water is provided for all meals on the special train. Enjoy the music with a bar card. Add some joy!
  • The New Oriental Express special train journey (departing on March 26, 2024) will be attended by about 20 people from outside Hong Kong. We hope you will pay attention.
  • For special train journeys, except for the first and last stations where there are dedicated personnel to transport large luggage, at other stations you must carry your luggage in and out of the train station and through security checks. You must go up and down stairs in the train station, so please try to bring light hand luggage.


Journey scenery:

  • Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi (includes environmentally friendly vehicles and cruise ships)
  • Turpan-Jiaohe Ancient City (Battery car included)
  • Kashgar - Kashgar Old City (View the Opening Ceremony)
  • Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon; enjoy the beautiful scenery of snow mountains and glaciers at Karakul Lake
  • The four-season water source in the desert of Baisha Lake National 5A Scenic Area
  • Looking for Sun Wukong in Flame Mountain
  • Panlong Ancient Road (small car included) 639 Bay


Route arrangement: Guaranteed Cathay Pacific flights from Beijing to Hong Kong; domestic flights from Beijing to Urumqi


stay:

  • 3 nights in New Oriental Express Gold Diamond or Blue Diamond cabin
  • 2 nights in Beijing International 5-star hotel; 3 nights in Urumqi 5-star hotel
  • 1 night in Kashgar 5-star; 2 nights in Ta County; 1 night in Kuqa


— Terms and Conditions —

  • Appropriate and valid travel documents must be provided when registering: Home Return Permit (name in Chinese and English, ID number, validity period, and date of birth). All entry and exit, visas, isolation, quarantine, and vaccines are subject to local and Hong Kong SAR government announcements. Since the trip involves border control areas, you need to apply for a group border control permit; the supplier will contact the customer to fill out the relevant border control application form and return it 45 days before departure for unified planning.
  • Once ordered, changes, cancellations, refunds and transfers cannot be made. If the order is not confirmed due to full bookings or unforeseen circumstances, the supplier will respond within 5 working days (calculated based on the customer's order date).
  • The tour fee includes round-trip economy class air tickets. Flight time is subject to final confirmation by the airline without prior notice. ※Group tickets do not allow for rescheduling of stay and return to Hong Kong. On all flights, we will try our best to seat people in the same group in adjacent or adjacent seats. We apologize if we are unable to arrange them together.
  • Regarding the price adjustment of "airline fuel surcharge" and "airport tax", please refer to the announcement of the airline. All fees must be paid in full before departure. If you refuse to make up the difference, the company will treat it as giving up the departure.
  • Guests who do not have a return permit and hold a foreign passport need to apply for a visa by themselves. Guests who fail to apply for visas before departure are responsible for their own responsibility.
  • The above tour fee does not include guest travel insurance. Guests are advised to purchase appropriate travel insurance by themselves.
  • Flights and hotels are subject to the tour group gathering information issued 3-5 days before departure. (The date and time of the tea party will be notified to guests via email)
  • The tour leader usually makes telephone contact 1-2 days before departure.
  • The itinerary briefing will be mainly in Cantonese.
  • The itinerary and flight information are subject to confirmation of the tour group gathering information. Flight time is subject to final confirmation by the airline without prior notice. If there are any changes to the itinerary, meal content and accommodation, please refer to the tour group gathering information/local reception arrangements.
  • If you are unable to stay at the hotel on the itinerary, we will arrange a hotel of the same class or a better one. Please note that the group leader and local tour guide will have the opportunity to stay in another hotel and cannot stay in the same hotel as the guests. Due to the limited supply of rooms on each floor, guests in the same group or combination may be placed on different floors, subject to the hotel's final arrangement.
  • In the event of local peak seasons or special circumstances such as exhibitions/special festivals/events, any changes to the itinerary, meal content and accommodation will be subject to the supplier/local reception arrangements.
  • Additional terms may be found in the Supplier Terms.
  • In the event of force majeure, the trip will be canceled and all decisions shall be subject to the supplier.
  • Tour group service fee is HKD150 per person per day.
  • Appropriate and valid travel documents must be provided when registering: Home Return Permit (name in Chinese and English, ID number, validity period, and date of birth). All entry and exit, visas, isolation, quarantine, and vaccines are subject to local and Hong Kong SAR government announcements. Since the trip involves border areas, you need to apply for a group border permit; please fill out the relevant border application form and return it 45 days before departure for unified planning.
  • The tour fee includes round-trip economy class air tickets. Flight time is subject to final confirmation by the airline without prior notice. ※Group tickets do not allow for rescheduling of stay and return to Hong Kong. On all flights, we will try our best to seat people in the same group in adjacent or adjacent seats. We apologize if we are unable to arrange them together.
  • If you are unable to stay at the hotel on the itinerary, you will be accommodated in a hotel of the same class or upgraded to a better one. If you register as a single person, you need to pay a single room surcharge; or if you have an odd number of combinations (such as three people), you can request a triple room. A triple room is defined as two single beds or a double bed, plus one extra person. Single sofa bed or rollaway bed. Generally, in urban hotels, due to area issues, if an odd-number combination requires a triple room, they will usually arrange an extra bed for a double bed, but cannot arrange an extra bed for a twin room.
  • Hotel WIFI Internet services and other additional paid services provided by the hotel are subject to the hotel's announcement. Please pay the relevant charges when checking out.
  • The itinerary and flight information are subject to the tour group gathering information. The tour itinerary, meal content and accommodation sequence are for reference only. Any changes are subject to actual conditions and local arrangements, so please note.
  • Restaurant and meal menus may occasionally change without prior notice due to food availability or local festivals. If some restaurants are closed, other restaurants of the same type will be arranged, so please pay attention.
  • Additional requests made by guests will be tried as permitted, but may not be successfully accommodated. We apologize for this.
  • All pictures and introductions on the itinerary are for reference only, and all local conditions shall prevail. Flower and leaf viewing/snow viewing will vary due to weather/human factors. Please forgive me if it does not meet your personal expectations.
  • The prices shown in promotional materials are for adults occupying half a room.
  • The team will arrange for a licensed tour leader to accompany the group throughout the entire trip.
  • Please make your own decision whether to participate in self-funded activities.
  • To ensure the rights and interests of consumers, the "Details of Responsibilities and Relevant Notes" and the "Privacy Policy" can be downloaded on the back page of the registration form or from the website (wwpkg.com.hk).
  • The itinerary, meals, accommodation, and transportation arrangements may be subject to change due to the arrangement of entry and exit ports. We apologize for any inconvenience.
  • Tickets must be purchased with real names. When registering, you must provide your Chinese and English names, home return permit or travel document (with Chinese visa) for ticketing purposes; if there is an error after the ticket is issued, you may need to pay for the refund and repurchase fees.
  • The departure and arrival times of special trains are for reference only; the actual time is subject to the final order of the Ministry of Railways. The meal arrangement on the special train may be adjusted due to changes in ministry orders, or a mainland restaurant may be arranged instead, so please note.
  • The flower/grass/leaf viewing may vary due to weather or human factors. Please forgive me if it does not meet your personal expectations.
  • The special train is divided into Gold Diamond Carriage and Blue Diamond Carriage: - Gold Diamond Carriage has 4 rooms in one car, each room has an independent bathroom. - The Blue Diamond carriage has 7 rooms in one car, and each car provides 1 shower room, 2 toilets, and 3 washing positions.
  • The tour boat is subject to the weather and scenic spots. If the lake is frozen, the tour boat will be canceled. We hope for your attention.
  • The Panlong Ancient Trail will be arranged in a car for 4 to 5 people, or you may need to share a car with participants in the same group.
  • From March to May, it is generally possible that hotel rooms still have heating, or only cool breeze is provided, and the room temperature will be relatively high.
  • Morning seat upgrade service: - Only applicable to international routes, the weight of checked baggage is 23KG x 2 pieces. - There are no business class seats on domestic flights, but the weight of checked baggage can be increased to 23KG x 2 pieces at the same time. Please note.
  • Some of the Xinjiang special meals are served cold, so the taste may be different from your personal preference, so please note.
  • For special train journeys, except for the first and last stations where there are dedicated personnel to transport large luggage, at other stations you must carry your luggage in and out of the train station and go through security check by yourself; and there are stairs in the train station, so please try to bring light hand luggage.

schedule

schedule

Xinjiang itinerary

Xinjiang itinerary

What You Can Expect

Duration: 13 day(s)

1 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Lunch , Dinner
  • Hong Kong - Beijing

2 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Beijing - Urumqi
  • The capital of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, it is a national garden city, a national model city for dual support, an outstanding tourist city in China, and a national model city for national unity and progress.

3 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Turpan has about 3,000 hours of sunshine throughout the year, with abundant sunshine, abundant heat and extreme dryness. Rainfall is scarce and strong winds are frequent, so it is known as the "Fire Continent" and "Wind Bank"
  • Karez, with a history of more than 2,000 years, introduces groundwater from distant snowy mountains to farmland and villages for irrigation and drinking purposes. You can go straight to the bottom of the well to see the world of water diversion.
  • Flame Mountain, the famous scene where Sun Wukong borrows a banana fan three times
    Flame Mountain, the famous scene where Sun Wukong borrows a banana fan three times
  • Jiaohe Ancient City (private zone bus) is a world cultural heritage, the largest, oldest and best-preserved city with earthen architecture in the world.
    Jiaohe Ancient City (private zone bus) is a world cultural heritage, the largest, oldest and best-preserved city with earthen architecture in the world.

4 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Tianshan Tianchi (private shuttle bus, cruise ship) (about 1930 meters above sea level) is a national 5A scenic spot and a world heritage site. The lake is 105 meters deep and is said to have been the bathing place of the Queen Mother.
  • The International Grand Bazaar integrates commerce, entertainment, and catering, and is a gathering place and exhibition center for Xinjiang tourism products.
    The International Grand Bazaar integrates commerce, entertainment, and catering, and is a gathering place and exhibition center for Xinjiang tourism products.

5 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Urumqi Museum. A national museum with a strong local flavor, you can learn more about the culture of Xinjiang in a more loving way
  • Board the "New Oriental Express" train to Kashgar (about 14:00)
    Board the "New Oriental Express" train to Kashgar (about 14:00)
  • Kashgar, the westernmost city in China and the largest city in southern Xinjiang, is known as "five ports connecting eight countries, all the way to Europe and Asia"

6 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Kashgar (arrived at about 09:00) Baisha Lake (about 4 hours' drive) (about 3330 meters above sea level) National 5A Scenic Area, located in the desert, with endless water sources all year round, quite a spectacle
    Kashgar (arrived at about 09:00) Baisha Lake (about 4 hours' drive) (about 3330 meters above sea level) National 5A Scenic Area, located in the desert, with endless water sources all year round, quite a spectacle
  • There are many snow-capped mountains and glaciers around Karakul Lake (about 3,600 meters above sea level). There is Muztagh Peak in the south and Konggel Peak in the northeast. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the snow-capped mountains.

7 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Panlong Ancient Road (arrange small car tour) (elevation about 4200 meters) 30 kilometers with more than 600 turns, an art road like a game map
    Panlong Ancient Road (arrange small car tour) (elevation about 4200 meters) 30 kilometers with more than 600 turns, an art road like a game map
  • In Apricot Blossom Village on the Pamir Plateau, century-old apricot trees block out the sky and the sun is blooming. Pink apricot flowers are in full bloom around the front and back of Tajik houses.
  • Tajikistan County borders three countries: Tajikistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan, making it the county with the most borders in the country.

8 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Stone City (approximately 3,700 meters above sea level) is the intersection of the middle and south roads of the ancient Silk Road. There are multiple layers of broken or continuous city walls built outside the city. The stone hills overlap between the partition walls, forming a unique Stone City scenery.
  • Alarjin Grass Beach, overlooking Muztagh Peak, is like a paradise.
    Alarjin Grass Beach, overlooking Muztagh Peak, is like a paradise.
  • Kashgar (about 4 hours’ drive)

9 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Kashgar Old City (free visit to the opening ceremony) Xinjiang Autonomous Region 5A-level scenic spot - a living thousand-year-old ancient city. The maze-like streets are the biggest feature of the old city of Kashgar, criss-crossing and extending in all directions.
  • Xiangfei Garden, the scenic spot tells the legendary story of Xiangfei from birth to death from three aspects: hometown, former residence and old friends.
  • Id Kah Mosque, the largest mosque in Xinjiang and one of the three most influential mosques in Central Asia
  • Hotan jade art store
  • Board the special train (about 14:00) to Kuqa

10 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Kuqa (arrived at about 09:00) is located at the southern foot of the middle section of the Tianshan Mountains and at the northern edge of the Tarim Basin. The ancient Kingdom of Kucha
  • The mysterious Grand Canyon of the Tianshan Mountains, with its reddish-brown mountains rising straight into the sky, looks like clusters of burning flames under the sunlight.
    The mysterious Grand Canyon of the Tianshan Mountains, with its reddish-brown mountains rising straight into the sky, looks like clusters of burning flames under the sunlight.
  • Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves (a world cultural heritage) is the earliest large-scale grotto group excavated. It is the largest grotto group among the Qiuci Grottoes and has the largest area of preserved murals.

11 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Board the special train (about 09:00) to Korla (arrive at about 14:00)
  • The Luobu Village (packaged shuttle bus) has a radius of 72 square kilometers and is one of the largest villages in western China. You can see the Luobu people's village, residential areas, fishing areas, and sheep herding areas.
    The Luobu Village (packaged shuttle bus) has a radius of 72 square kilometers and is one of the largest villages in western China. You can see the Luobu people's village, residential areas, fishing areas, and sheep herding areas.
  • Board the special train (about 22:00) to Urumqi

12 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Urumqi (arrive at about 09:00)
  • Complete the "New Oriental Express" train journey and leave the train
  • Urumqi - Beijing

13 Day

Meal(s) of the Day: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
  • Beijing - Hong Kong

Important Info

Includes/Excludes

  • Tour fee
  • Taxes & Fuel Charges
  • tax handling fee
  • Tour group service fee

Reminders

  • Appropriate and valid travel documents must be provided when registering: Home Return Permit (name in Chinese and English, certificate number, validity period, and date of birth). All entry and exit, visas, isolation, quarantine, and vaccines are subject to local and Hong Kong SAR government announcements. Since the trip involves border control areas, you need to apply for a group border control permit; the supplier will contact the customer to fill out the relevant border control application form and return it 45 days before departure for unified planning.

  • Once ordered, changes, cancellations, refunds and transfers cannot be made. If the order is not fully booked or the order cannot be confirmed due to unforeseen circumstances, the supplier will respond within 5 working days (calculated based on the customer's order date).

  • Regarding the price adjustment of "airline fuel surcharge" and "airport tax", please refer to the announcement of the airline. All fees must be paid in full before departure. If you refuse to make up the difference, the company will treat it as giving up the departure.

  • Guests who do not have a return permit and hold a foreign passport need to apply for a visa by themselves. Guests who fail to apply for visas before departure are responsible for their own responsibility.

  • The above tour fee does not include guest travel insurance. Guests are advised to purchase appropriate travel insurance by themselves.

  • Flights and hotels are subject to the tour group gathering information issued 3-5 days before departure. (The date and time of the tea party will be notified to guests via email)

  • The tour leader will usually contact you by phone 1-2 days before departure.

  • In the event of local peak seasons or special circumstances such as exhibitions/special festivals/events, any changes to the itinerary, meal content and accommodation will be subject to the supplier/local reception arrangements.

  • Additional terms may be found in the Supplier Terms.

  • In the event of force majeure, the trip will be canceled and all decisions shall be subject to the supplier.

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

Voucher Redemption Period

  • The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Cancellation Policy

  • Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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