Oriental Express Snow Lotus 2026 Annual Compartment Price
About the 2026 New Orient Express Snow Lotus Luxury Tourist Train: Full-Year Southern and Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Tour Travel Times | Fee Details | Route Arrangements | Travel Destinations | Ticket Price List | How to Book | Booking Guide | Full Route Analysis | Fee Detail Guide | You can consult customer service manager Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
“Snow Lotus” Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train:A mobile palace enjoying the Silk Road scenery 🌄
Train and Route Features:A mobile resort crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south
The “Snow Lotus” Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train is a newly upgraded high-end tourist train for 2026, designed with the concept of a “mobile five-star hotel,” specifically for in-depth exploration of Xinjiang. Departing from Urumqi, it connects key scenic spots such as Kanas in Northern Xinjiang, Yili Grassland, Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang, and the Pamir Plateau, covering over 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic areas. No need to change transportation throughout the trip; luggage can stay in the carriage, saving effort and worry.
The train’s exterior is inspired by the “Snow Lotus,” featuring a light blue gradient design with gold lines outlining the Tianshan Mountains. The interior decoration incorporates elements like Atlas silk and patterns of various ethnic groups, showcasing Xinjiang’s cultural characteristics. The entire train is equipped with an oxygen supply system, ensuring comfort even when crossing mountain passes over 3,000 meters above sea level, making it especially suitable for elderly tourists and travelers who cannot endure long car rides.
Compared to other tourist trains, the “Snow Lotus” has significant advantages:
Dietary Adaptation:The dining car provides meals catering to both northern and southern tastes, with 3 hot dishes, 2 cold dishes, and 1 soup per meal, using fresh ingredients sourced daily;
Relaxed Pace:Daily travel time does not exceed 4 hours, with the rest of the time spent visiting scenic spots or resting at hotels;
Service Guarantee:Each carriage is equipped with 1 dedicated butler and 1 accompanying doctor, available 24/7;
Social Friendliness:Public leisure areas are set up in the carriages for easy interaction among tourists, with the majority of fellow travelers being retirees aged 50-70, creating a harmonious atmosphere.
Compartment Introduction:All carriages have private bathrooms, with customized space design
The “Snow Lotus” Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train: A mobile palace enjoying the Silk Road scenery 🌄The “Snow Lotus” offers 3 types of compartments, all featuring solid wood furniture and soundproofing design, equipped with underfloor heating, humidifiers, safes, etc.:
💎 Premium Gold Triple Compartment (Luxury Type)
Capacity:6 people (3 standard twin-bed compartments, some can be combined into double beds)
Total Area:Approximately 12 square meters per compartment
Configuration:Bathroom (wet and dry separation), leisure sofa, desk, minibar, 24-hour hot water
Bed Size:Double bed 2×1.7 meters / Single bed 2×0.85 meters
💎 Xiyue Gold Quad Compartment (Luxury Type)
Capacity:8 people (4 standard twin-bed compartments, some can be combined into double beds)
Total Area:Approximately 10 square meters per compartment
Configuration:Bathroom, leisure table and chairs, multifunctional storage cabinet, smart temperature control system
Bed Size:Same as Premium Gold
Train and Route Features: A mobile resort crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south💎 Boyue Gold Quint Compartment (Comfort Type)
Capacity:10 people (5 bunk bed compartments)
Total Area:Approximately 8 square meters per compartment
Configuration:Bathroom, reading light, USB charging port, blackout curtains
Bed Size:Both bunks are 2×0.78 meters
Simplified Itinerary:14-Day Southern and Northern Xinjiang Loop In-Depth Tour
Summer Version Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi (check into hotel)
Day 02:Urumqi → New Orient Express → Koktokay Geopark → Altay
Day 03:Altay → Ahe Highway → Hemu Village (stay in Tuvan wooden houses)
Day 04:Hemu → Kanas Lake → Guanyu Terrace
The “Snow Lotus” Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train is a newly upgraded high-end tourist train for 2026, designed with the concept of a “mobile five-star hotel,” specifically for in-depth exploration of Xinjiang. Departing from Urumqi, it connects key scenic spots such as Kanas in Northern Xinjiang, Yili Grassland, Kashgar in Southern Xinjiang, and the Pamir Plateau, covering over 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic areas. No need to change transportation throughout the trip; luggage can stay in the carriage, saving effort and worry.Day 05:Kanas → Chonghur Town → Colorful Beach → Overnight train travel
Day 06:Jinghe → Sayram Lake Loop → Yining (enjoy lavender ice cream)
Day 07:Yining → Nalati Grassland Sky Grassland → Stay in scenic yurt
Day 08:Nalati → Middle Section of Duku Highway → Bayanbulak Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns
Day 09:Bayanbulak → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Overnight train travel
Day 10:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Pamir Tourist Area → Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County → Ethnic group home visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan Karez Well → Overnight train travel
Day 13:Turpan → Flaming Mountain → Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi → Airport/train station drop-off
October Southern Xinjiang Golden Autumn Itinerary
The train’s exterior is inspired by the “Snow Lotus,” featuring a light blue gradient design with gold lines outlining the Tianshan Mountains. The interior decoration incorporates elements like Atlas silk and patterns of various ethnic groups, showcasing Xinjiang’s cultural characteristics. The entire train is equipped with an oxygen supply system, ensuring comfort even when crossing mountain passes over 3,000 meters above sea level, making it especially suitable for elderly tourists and travelers who cannot endure long car rides.Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Tourist train → Turpan Jiaohe Ancient City → Karez Well → Grape Manor → Overnight travel to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins → Loulan Museum → Red Date Picking → Overnight travel to Hotan
Day 04:Hotan Tuancheng → Yurungkash River Jade Hunting → Walnut King Tree → Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Tourist train → Shache Yarkent Khan Palace → Amannisa Khan Memorial Tomb → Travel to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake → Karakul Lake → Return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City → Id Kah Mosque → Gaotai Dwellings → Overnight travel to Kuqa
Day 08:Kuqa Tianshan Grand Canyon → Kuqa King’s Mansion → Restan Old Street
Day 09:Luntai Tarim Poplar Forest → Overnight travel to Urumqi
Day 10:Tianshan Tianchi Lake → Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Send off the group
Compared to other tourist trains, the “Snow Lotus” has significant advantages:Price Explanation:2026 Reference Prices (subject to contract)
Basic Tour Dates and Prices
May 6/14:
Premium Gold:59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold:54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold:49,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person)
June 1/30:
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is knowledgeable and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains like New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinfu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Premium Gold:67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold:62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold:56,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person)
June 11/25:
Dietary Adaptation: The dining car provides meals catering to both northern and southern tastes, with 3 hot dishes, 2 cold dishes, and 1 soup per meal, using fresh ingredients sourced daily;Premium Gold:69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold:63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold:58,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person)
September 3:
Premium Gold:71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold:65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold:59,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person)
October 15/25:
Premium Gold:44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold:39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold:36,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person)
Relaxed Pace: Daily travel time does not exceed 4 hours, with the rest of the time spent visiting scenic spots or resting at hotels;Price Includes:
Full train accommodation (including scenic area specialty hotels)
10 lunches and 9 breakfasts (including specialty meals)
First admission tickets to scenic spots + shuttle bus
Dedicated butler + accompanying doctor service
Travel accident insurance
Price Excludes:
Personal expenses
(Single travelers will be matched for shared rooms as much as possible)
Optional activities (e.g., Kanas boat ride, Nalati horseback riding, etc.)
Note:Prices may fluctuate with tour dates, subject to the signed contract.
Service Guarantee: Each carriage is equipped with 1 dedicated butler and 1 accompanying doctor, available 24/7;Booking Process:Four Steps to Complete Your Exclusive Trip
Consultation:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service for the latest availability;
Date Selection:Choose tour dates and compartment type based on itinerary preferences;
Contract Signing:Pay a deposit (as per tourism law ratio) and sign an electronic contract;
Payment:Pay the full amount 30 days before departure and receive the tour notification.
Booking Manager:Manager Yang Jia (must be contacted through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency channels)
Registration Method:
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and customer service will provide one-on-one itinerary explanation.
Fee and Service Explanation:Transparent Consumption, No Tricks
Included Items:
Train hard and soft sleeper fees
Social Friendliness: Public leisure areas are set up in the carriages for easy interaction among tourists, with the majority of fellow travelers being retirees aged 50-70, creating a harmonious atmosphere. Full transportation transfers
Scenic area guide services
24-hour emergency support
Excluded Items:
Round-trip transportation (air/train)
Personal passport and visa fees (if involving international travel)
Costs for itinerary changes due to weather
Note:Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing; reasonable itinerary changes can be made by mutual agreement.
Suitable For:These Travelers Are Choosing the “Snow Lotus”
Retired Seniors:Daily walking distance controlled within 3,000 steps, with ample time for scenic visits;
Family Tourists:Compartments can accommodate 3-4 people, convenient for parent-child or three-generation trips;
Compartment Introduction: All carriages have private bathrooms, with customized space designPhotography Enthusiasts:Special arrangements for sunrise and sunset shooting times, such as Kanas morning mist and Pamir starry sky;
Slow Travelers:Rejecting the “sleep on the bus, take photos off the bus” style, with 1-2 core scenic spots recommended daily.
The Secret to Sustained Popularity:Details Determine Experience
Since its operation in 2026, the “Snow Lotus” has maintained a repurchase rate of over 90%, with the key being:
Service Warmth:Butlers remember each guest’s dietary habits, such as preparing sugar-free snacks for diabetic guests;
Emergency Capability:Once encountered a sudden snowstorm, the train activated a backup plan, changing the original grassland itinerary to an indoor cultural experience;
Cultural Depth:Invite intangible cultural heritage inheritors to accompany the trip, arranging for tourists to learn to make Atlas silk and Kuqa naan bread;
Social Innovation:Set up interactive sessions like “Carriage Tea Party” and “Theme Photography Exhibition” to help tourists quickly break the ice.
Contact Information:
Phone:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
WeChat:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
The “Snow Lotus” is not just a train; it’s a travel community where strangers become friends. Here, you can put down your luggage and your fatigue, truly enjoying the leisurely time of “walking in the scenery, as if in a painting.”
