2027NewOrientExpressLuxuryTrainPreSaleScheduleSummaryOfficialBookingChannel
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). Tickets are not sold separately; they 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.
🚂 Traveling through Xinjiang on a ‘Mobile Five-Star Hotel’ — 2026 In-Depth Experience Guide for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus
Want to see the snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains all at once, without having to drag luggage and change hotels every day or rush around? In 2026, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus special train, with its ‘travel by night, tour by day + full-journey compartment accommodation’ model, is becoming an ideal choice for many travelers. This journey not only connects Xinjiang’s most essential scenic areas but also turns the trip itself into an enjoyment.
🌄 Route Highlights:More than just transportation, it’s an immersive travel space
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is hailed as a ‘luxury hotel on the Silk Road.’ The third-generation carriages put into operation in 2026 have been fully upgraded, with all compartments featuring separate wet and dry bathrooms, completely solving the inconvenience of traditional train bathing. The carriages include:
✨ Starry Sky Theme Dining Car:Blending Xinjiang flavors with Chinese cuisine, some schedules include welcome banquets and roast whole lamb dinners;
🍸 Bar Entertainment Car:An ideal place for evening drinks and social relaxation;
🔭 Panoramic Observation Car:Large window design to capture the ever-changing scenery outside the window at any time;
📸 Some schedules also offer accompanying travel photography services to record the highlights of the journey.
The entire route adopts a ‘train follows people’ model — get off during the day for in-depth tours, return to the train at night to sleep, without the need to frequently pack and move luggage, especially suitable for families, middle-aged and elderly tourists, and photography enthusiasts seeking comfort and a relaxed pace.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary (Strictly based on the original local draft)
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
🚂 Traveling through Xinjiang on a ‘Mobile Five-Star Hotel’ — 2026 In-Depth Experience Guide for the New Oriental Express Snow LotusDay 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
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 County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Want to see the snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains all at once, without having to drag luggage and change hotels every day or rush around? In 2026, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus special train, with its ‘travel by night, tour by day + full-journey compartment accommodation’ model, is becoming an ideal choice for many travelers. This journey not only connects Xinjiang’s most essential scenic areas but also turns the trip itself into an enjoyment.Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
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, High Platform 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:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Route Highlights: More than just transportation, it’s an immersive travel spaceDay 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Description (Strictly based on the original local draft)
2026 Tour Prices
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 persons 30,000 RMB/person
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 persons 20,000 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is hailed as a ‘luxury hotel on the Silk Road.’ The third-generation carriages put into operation in 2026 have been fully upgraded, with all compartments featuring separate wet and dry bathrooms, completely solving the inconvenience of traditional train bathing. The carriages include:> The above are reference price ranges; the actual price is subject to the signed formal travel contract and may fluctuate with schedules and cabin availability.
🧳 Inclusions and Exclusions
✅ Inclusions:
Full-journey special train compartment accommodation (with bathroom)
First admission tickets to listed scenic spots
Local air-conditioned tour bus transfers
Three meals daily (including specialty meals)
Chinese-speaking tour guide service
Travel agency liability insurance
❌ Exclusions:
Round-trip transportation from departure point to Urumqi
Personal expenses (e.g., beverages, souvenirs, communications)
✨ Starry Sky Theme Dining Car: Blending Xinjiang flavors with Chinese cuisine, some schedules include welcome banquets and roast whole lamb dinners; Optional self-paid activities
Additional costs due to force majeure (e.g., temporary traffic controls, natural disasters)
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
📞 Registration Method
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat)
👩 💼 About Manager Wang Fei
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains and is well-versed in the entire southern and northern Xinjiang tour routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs.
She is proficient in planning independent travel, boutique small groups, local custom vehicles, and tourist trains, familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan both classic loops and customized in-depth trips. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining Western Region culture and history, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.
Wang Fei adheres to a no-shopping itinerary principle, refusing hidden consumption, treating others with sincerity, and working with professionalism. She avoids assembly-line itineraries, creating comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring that every friend from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple warmth, allowing for a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
📍 Warm Tips:
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring windproof outerwear and sunscreen. Some scenic spots are at high altitudes; please arrange your itinerary according to your health condition. For specific details, consult customer service for the latest travel advice.
Board the Snow Lotus and transform the journey from ‘arriving at the destination’ to ‘enjoying the ride’ — this might be the most touching way to explore Xinjiang.
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