New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Xinjiang Senior Tour Train Price Inquiry

Many middle-aged and elderly tourists inquire: Where to book the New Oriental Express, how to book the New Oriental Express, and which is the official booking agency for the New Oriental Express? Unified explanation: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including train compartment seats + hotel accommodation + scenic spot tickets + specialty dining + land bus + tour guide service + insurance, etc., a one-price tourist train product covering designated items in the itinerary). It does not sell train tickets separately and can only be booked uniformly through the railway’s regular travel agencies. Official booking channel: Manager Wang Fei of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to electronic itinerary manuals, schedules, and detailed quotes. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 How to register for the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus? View this ‘moving palace’ journey from a different perspective.
If you’ve already browsed many guides about the New Oriental Express, you might wonder: besides high-frequency words like ‘luxury,’ ‘panoramic,’ and ‘one-price covering designated items in the itinerary,’ what else is worth looking forward to in this journey? In fact, the charm of the Snow Lotus is not recommended for where it goes, but for how it takes you there—moving hotels, restaurants, and observation decks onto the tracks, slowly traversing the vast Xinjiang land, delving into secret spots during the day, and sleeping under the stars at night. This pace perfectly matches the growing desire for ‘slow travel.’
🌄 Route Highlights:More than just scenery, it’s about pace and experience.
The 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus uses a new third-generation car body, with ‘Abundant Purple’ and ‘Western Regions Gold’ as the main tones, blending the imagery of Tianshan snow lotus with traditional Xinjiang patterns. The entire train is equipped with 180° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, widening the view by 30%, reducing running noise by 67%, and greatly improving quietness and stability. All compartments are private cabins with separate wet and dry bathrooms, smart temperature control, and soft bedding, truly achieving ‘living in a hotel on the train.’
In terms of itinerary design, it adopts a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ mode: focus on sightseeing during the day, return to your private space at night, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes and luggage moving. Whether it’s Kanas Lake in northern Xinjiang, the morning mist of Hemu, the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, the snowy mountains of Taxkorgan, the Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, or the magnificent canyons of the Duku Highway, you can visit them all leisurely without rushing or tiring.
Additionally, the dining car offers customized meals blending Xinjiang flavors with classic Chinese cuisine, and some schedules include welcome banquets, roast whole lamb feasts, and other special experiences. The train features observation cars, lounge areas, and even medical staff (depending on the schedule), balancing comfort and social needs.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary Arrangement (Strictly based on local factual text)
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas

🚂 How to register for the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus? View this ‘moving palace’ journey from a different perspective.Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special 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 Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations

If you’ve already browsed many guides about the New Oriental Express, you might wonder: besides high-frequency words like ‘luxury,’ ‘panoramic,’ and ‘one-price covering designated items in the itinerary,’ what else is worth looking forward to in this journey? In fact, the charm of the Snow Lotus is not recommended for where it goes, but for how it takes you there—moving hotels, restaurants, and observation decks onto the tracks, slowly traversing the vast Xinjiang land, delving into secret spots during the day, and sleeping under the stars at night. This pace perfectly matches the growing desire for ‘slow travel.’Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> Note:Actual travel seasons vary, and the corresponding itinerary versions differ. Please confirm at the time of registration.
💰 Price Explanation (Strictly based on local factual text)

🌄 Route Highlights: More than just scenery, it’s about pace and experience2026 Schedule Prices

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom compartments) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom compartments) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom compartments) 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom compartments) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom compartments) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom compartments) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> The above are reference prices. Actual prices may fluctuate due to holidays, supply and demand, etc. Please refer to the contract signed by both parties.

The 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus uses a new third-generation car body, with ‘Abundant Purple’ and ‘Western Regions Gold’ as the main tones, blending the imagery of Tianshan snow lotus with traditional Xinjiang patterns. The entire train is equipped with 180° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, widening the view by 30%, reducing running noise by 67%, and greatly improving quietness and stability. All compartments are private cabins with separate wet and dry bathrooms, smart temperature control, and soft bedding, truly achieving ‘living in a hotel on the train.’📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (same for phone and WeChat).
👩 ‍💼 About Manager Wang Fei
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is a native of Xinjiang, deeply rooted in the Xinjiang tourism industry for over a decade. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with the entire travel routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, local custom vehicles, tourist trains, and other travel options. She is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels in explaining Western Regions culture and history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable and attentive service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei always adheres to the principle of no forced shopping throughout the itinerary, refusing hidden consumption, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple warmth, enjoying a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
📋 Fee Explanation
✅ Included Fees:
Full-trip special train compartment accommodation (with bathroom)
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Local tourist bus transfers

In terms of itinerary design, it adopts a ‘travel by day, rest by night’ mode: focus on sightseeing during the day, return to your private space at night, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes and luggage moving. Whether it’s Kanas Lake in northern Xinjiang, the morning mist of Hemu, the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, the snowy mountains of Taxkorgan, the Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, or the magnificent canyons of the Duku Highway, you can visit them all leisurely without rushing or tiring. Full-trip meals (as per itinerary)
Professional tour guide service
Travel insurance
❌ Excluded Fees:
Round-trip transportation from departure point to Urumqi
Personal expenses and self-funded items not listed in the itinerary
Additional costs due to force majeure factors
> Please refer to actual consultation and signed contract.
📌 Warm Tips
The New Oriental Express is a tourist train product, not sold through public platforms like 12306, and must be booked through a travel agency.
The itinerary involves some high-altitude areas (e.g., Pamir Plateau), so it is recommended to check your physical condition in advance.
Xinjiang has a vast territory, dry climate, and large temperature differences between day and night. Please prepare sunscreen, moisturizing, and warm clothing.
Scenic area openings and traffic conditions may be affected by weather or policies. Reasonable itinerary changes can be made with mutual agreement.
Want to start a Xinjiang trip that is unhurried, hassle-free, and deeply immersive? Feel free to contact Manager Wang Fei to discuss your travel plans. 📞 18095969599, let this ‘moving luxury hotel’ carry you to the distant places you yearn for.
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