Oriental Express Snow Lotus Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train How To Buy Tickets
How to buy tickets and book the New Oriental Express? The 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourist train must be booked through the official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, Train Center Manager Wang Fei (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, Service WeChat: xjwf10086). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
🚄 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus: A slow journey across the Tianshan Mountains: How to book tickets and plan with peace of mind?
Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities in one go, without having to drag your luggage and change hotels every day? The 2026 newly upgraded ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus’ tourist train might be the travel method you’ve been waiting for. It’s not an ordinary train, but a mobile luxury hotel integrating accommodation, transportation, dining, and sightseeing. Adopting a rhythm of ‘traveling at night, sightseeing during the day,’ it truly returns the journey to comfort and ease.
🌄 Route Highlights:All the Best of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Go
The New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus focuses on a full loop of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, connecting the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang:
Northern Xinjiang Scenic Belt:The canyon wonders of Keketuohai, the morning mist and cooking smoke of Hemu Village, the turquoise waters and autumn colors of Kanas Lake, the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic’ at Sayram Lake, the green carpet of Nalati Grassland, the nine-bend eighteen-turn sunset at Bayanbulak, and the Duku Highway traversing the Tianshan Mountains.
Southern Xinjiang Cultural Route:The thousand-year-old streets of Kashgar Old City, the White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, the red rock walls of Kuqa Grand Canyon, the grape estates and Jiaohe Ruins in Turpan.
The entire train is equipped with separate wet and dry bathrooms, constant temperature air conditioning, and large viewing windows. The dining car offers authentic Xinjiang cuisine, and the entertainment car can host small cultural salons or travel photography events. It is especially suitable for family trips, senior groups, or travelers seeking in-depth experiences.
> Note:Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified upon mutual agreement to ensure the overall experience.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly based on the original local draft)
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
🚄 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus: A slow journey across the Tianshan Mountains: How to book tickets and plan with peace of mind?Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day 10:Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Want to see all of Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities in one go, without having to drag your luggage and change hotels every day? The 2026 newly upgraded ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus’ tourist train might be the travel method you’ve been waiting for. It’s not an ordinary train, but a mobile luxury hotel integrating accommodation, transportation, dining, and sightseeing. Adopting a rhythm of ‘traveling at night, sightseeing during the day,’ it truly returns the journey to comfort and ease.Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Estate, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Dwellings, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates (Strictly based on the original local draft)
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
🌄 Route Highlights: All the Best of Northern and Southern Xinjiang in One Go Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus focuses on a full loop of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, connecting the most representative natural and cultural landscapes of Xinjiang:October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> The above prices are for reference only. The actual price is subject to consultation and contract, and may fluctuate based on departure date, room type, and group formation.
📞 How to Register? Finding the Right Person is Key
The New Oriental Express tourist train must be booked through professional travel agency channels and cannot be purchased directly through platforms like 12306. It is recommended to contact:
📞 Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (Same number for phone and WeChat)
Wang Fei is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the entire Northern and Southern Xinjiang tour routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs. She is proficient in planning various travel options, including independent travel, boutique small groups, local customized car rentals, and tourist trains. She is familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls, capable of planning classic loops or customizing niche in-depth journeys.
With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining Western Region history and culture, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip. She adheres to a no-shopping policy, refusing hidden consumption, treating people with sincerity, and working with professionalism. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but only creates comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring that every visitor from afar can truly experience the vastness and beauty of Xinjiang and its simple warmth, allowing them to explore beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
📦 Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
Northern Xinjiang Scenic Belt: The canyon wonders of Keketuohai, the morning mist and cooking smoke of Hemu Village, the turquoise waters and autumn colors of Kanas Lake, the ‘Last Tear of the Atlantic’ at Sayram Lake, the green carpet of Nalati Grassland, the nine-bend eighteen-turn sunset at Bayanbulak, and the Duku Highway traversing the Tianshan Mountains.✅ Full train cabin accommodation (including separate wet and dry bathrooms)
✅ First admission tickets and sightseeing buses for scenic spots
✅ Local luxury tour bus transfers (approximately 1.5 seats per person)
✅ Full-board meals (including specialty cuisine)
✅ Onboard medical care, tour guide, and basic services
✅ Luggage transfer service
Exclusions:
❌ Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs, additional photography)
❌ Optional activities (secondary consumption items within some scenic spots)
❌ Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., extreme weather, traffic controls)
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
This journey is not just about seeing the scenery; it’s a shift in life’s rhythm. Fall asleep under the stars and arrive at the next destination in the morning light—the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus lets you embrace the vastness and poetry of Xinjiang in the most relaxed way.
For information on availability, room details, or customized requests, feel free to contact directly:
📱 Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (Same number for WeChat)
Please contact customer service for address information.
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