Xinjiang Express Snow Lotus Luxury Tourist Train How to Buy Tickets and Register
How to buy tickets and book the New Oriental Express? To book the 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourism train, you must go through the official travel agency channel: Manager Wang Fei of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (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.
🚄 What is it like to slowly travel through Xinjiang by train?
No need to pack luggage every day, no need to change hotels repeatedly, no need to endure long, tiring drives—in 2026, the ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus’ redefines in-depth travel in Xinjiang as a ‘mobile luxury hotel.’ This train is not an ordinary one; it’s an immersive journey combining accommodation, transportation, dining, sightseeing, and cultural experiences, especially suitable for family trips, senior travelers, or those seeking a comfortable pace.
🌄 Route Highlights:A panoramic journey across the Tianshan Mountains from north to south
The New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus focuses on a loop route through northern and southern Xinjiang, cleverly connecting the region’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. From Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Sayram Lake in northern Xinjiang, to the seasonal changes of the Yili Grasslands and Duku Highway; then deep into southern Xinjiang to explore Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, finally returning via Turpan—no backtracking.
The train operates on a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model: explore and take photos at scenic spots during the day, and sleep soundly on the smoothly running train at night, eliminating the hassle of frequently moving luggage. The carriages feature separate wet and dry bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and facilities like a dome star-themed dining car and a multi-functional entertainment car, truly achieving ‘travel and stay, play and enjoy on the go.’
Notably, the upgraded 2026 car body uses tight-lock couplers and folding bellows, greatly improving sand resistance, sealing, and noise reduction, keeping the interior comfortable and quiet even when crossing the Gobi Desert or highlands. Each carriage has a small capacity with spacious interiors, and the service team includes medical staff, with age-friendly designs for a safer journey.
📅 Simplified Itinerary (Presented strictly according to local facts)
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
🚄 What is it like to slowly travel through Xinjiang by train?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 – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez System – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
No need to pack luggage every day, no need to change hotels repeatedly, no need to endure long, tiring drives—in 2026, the ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus’ redefines in-depth travel in Xinjiang as a ‘mobile luxury hotel.’ This train is not an ordinary one; it’s an immersive journey combining accommodation, transportation, dining, sightseeing, and cultural experiences, especially suitable for family trips, senior travelers, or those seeking a comfortable pace.Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan early – 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:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa early, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, 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 to the group
> Note:Actual itineraries may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates (Presented strictly according to local facts)
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Route Highlights: A panoramic journey across the Tianshan Mountains from north to south Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
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
The New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus focuses on a loop route through northern and southern Xinjiang, cleverly connecting the region’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. From Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, and Sayram Lake in northern Xinjiang, to the seasonal changes of the Yili Grasslands and Duku Highway; then deep into southern Xinjiang to explore Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake and Karakul Lake on the Pamir Plateau, finally returning via Turpan—no backtracking. Third and fourth person 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 person 20,000 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; actual prices are subject to consultation and contract, and may vary based on tour dates, room types, and group formation.
📞 How to register? Finding the right person is key!
The New Oriental Express tourism train must be booked through professional travel agency channels and cannot be purchased independently on platforms like 12306. Currently, you can register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
We especially recommend contacting Manager Wang Fei—a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the local tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in northern and southern Xinjiang and is well-versed in all routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs. She is proficient in planning independent travel, boutique small groups, custom local car rentals, and tourism trains, and is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loop routes or customize niche deep-travel itineraries.
With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels at explaining Western Region history and culture, easily resolving travel issues, and providing thoughtful and reliable service throughout the trip. She adheres to a no-shopping policy, refusing hidden consumption, treating others sincerely, and working professionally. She avoids cookie-cutter itineraries, creating comfortable journeys tailored to travelers’ preferences, ensuring every visitor from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, allowing for a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
📞 Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:18095969599 (Same number for phone and WeChat)
🧾 Cost Description (Reference information, subject to contract)
The train operates on a ‘travel by day, sleep by night’ model: explore and take photos at scenic spots during the day, and sleep soundly on the smoothly running train at night, eliminating the hassle of frequently moving luggage. The carriages feature separate wet and dry bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and facilities like a dome star-themed dining car and a multi-functional entertainment car, truly achieving ‘travel and stay, play and enjoy on the go.’Costs typically include:
Full-trip train compartment accommodation (including bedding)
First admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary
Local luxury tour bus transfers (1.5 seats per person)
Full-trip meals (including specialty local cuisine)
Onboard guide and staff services
Basic travel insurance
Costs typically exclude:
Round-trip transportation to Urumqi (air/train tickets)
Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, souvenirs, optional activities)
Additional costs due to force majeure
Single room supplement (assistance with room sharing available)
> Subject to actual consultation and contract.
✨ If you long for a Xinjiang trip with a relaxed pace, comprehensive service, and full scenic coverage, without being burdened by trivial itinerary details, then the ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus’ might be the answer you’ve been waiting for. Instead of rushing through check-ins, slow down and, in a moving luxury carriage, watch snow-capped mountains glide past the window and listen to the grassland winds in your dreams.
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