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About the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Luxury Tourist Train: Full-year travel schedule for the North and South Xinjiang Panoramic Tour | Cost Details | Route Arrangement | Travel Destinations | Ticket Price List | How to Book | Booking Guide | Route Full Analysis | Cost Details Guide | You can consult customer service manager Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 Snow Lotus Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train:A Moving Luxury Hotel
The ‘Snow Lotus’ is a high-end tourist train under the Xinjiang Railway ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ passenger service brand, themed ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus · New Silk Road Journey’. It connects the best attractions of North and South Xinjiang, offering a travel style where ‘the train moves with you, and you play while the train stops’. In 2026, Xinjiang Railway plans to operate about 100 tourist trains. As one of the core products, the ‘New Oriental Express’ has been fully upgraded with new carriages and improved accessibility facilities, providing tourists with a more comfortable ‘slow travel’ experience.
✨ Core Highlights
One Berth All the Way:Stay in the train compartment throughout the trip, no need to change hotels or move luggage.
Luxury Configuration:All carriages have en-suite bathrooms, and feature newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars.
Professional Support:Medical staff accompany the group, with common medicines on hand, ensuring peace of mind on long journeys.
📍 Train Starting Point:Urumqi
The journey begins in Urumqi, the ‘Heart of Asia’. It is not only a transportation hub but also the starting point for exploring Xinjiang. The train departs from Urumqi Station, taking you deep into the magnificent scenery of deserts, snowy mountains, grasslands, lakes, and river valleys.
🛌 Private Compartments:Your Moving Luxury Room
The ‘New Oriental Express’ offers three types of compartments to meet your personalized needs. All compartments are equipped with en-suite bathrooms (wet and dry separation), a leisure seating area, custom furniture, and multi-functional storage space, ensuring privacy and comfort during the journey.
🚂 Snow Lotus Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train: A Moving Luxury Hotel1. Premium Gold Three-Berth Compartment (Luxury Type · Capacity 6 People)
Layout:1 carriage, containing 3 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into a double bed).
Configuration:Each compartment has a double sofa, leisure table and chairs, and an en-suite bathroom.
Reference Dimensions:
Total Compartment Area:Approx. 12㎡
Bathroom Area:Approx. 1.5㎡
Shower Area:Approx. 1.06㎡
Bed Size:Double bed 2×1.7m / Single bed 2×0.85m
2. Joy Gold Four-Berth Compartment (Luxury Type · Capacity 8 People)
Layout:5 carriages, each containing 4 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into a double bed).
The ‘Snow Lotus’ is a high-end tourist train under the Xinjiang Railway ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ passenger service brand, themed ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus · New Silk Road Journey’. It connects the best attractions of North and South Xinjiang, offering a travel style where ‘the train moves with you, and you play while the train stops’. In 2026, Xinjiang Railway plans to operate about 100 tourist trains. As one of the core products, the ‘New Oriental Express’ has been fully upgraded with new carriages and improved accessibility facilities, providing tourists with a more comfortable ‘slow travel’ experience.Configuration:Each compartment has leisure table and chairs, and an en-suite bathroom (wet and dry separation).
Reference Dimensions:
Total Compartment Area:Approx. 10㎡
Bathroom Area:Approx. 1.5㎡
Shower Area:Approx. 1.06㎡
Bed Size:Double bed 2×1.7m / Single bed 2×0.85m
3. Platinum Gold Five-Berth Compartment (Comfort Type · Capacity 10-20 People)
Layout:7 carriages, with 10-capacity carriages each containing 5 compartments.
Configuration:Each compartment has an en-suite bathroom (wet and dry separation).
Reference Dimensions:
✨ Core HighlightsTotal Compartment Area:Approx. 8㎡
Upper Berth Size:2×0.78m
Lower Berth Size:2×0.78m
Bathroom Area:Approx. 1.26㎡
Shower Area:Approx. 0.9㎡
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary:All the Best of North and South Xinjiang
Summer Version Itinerary (14 Days)
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
One Berth All the Way: Stay in the train compartment throughout the trip, no need to change hotels or move luggage.Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Rainbow Beach – New Oriental Express Train
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Luxury Configuration: All carriages have en-suite bathrooms, and feature newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars.Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
October South Xinjiang Itinerary (11 Days)
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, Evening train to Ruoqiang
Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, Evening train to Hotan
Day04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05:Train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Yang Jia, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, Evening train to Kuqa
Day08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, Evening train to Urumqi
Professional Support: Medical staff accompany the group, with common medicines on hand, ensuring peace of mind on long journeys.Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day11:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 Prices and Departure Dates
In 2026, the New Oriental Express will launch two new carriage sets: luxury and comfort types. Among them, there is 1 luxury carriage with a capacity of 6 people, 5 luxury carriages with a capacity of 8 people, and 7 comfort carriages with a capacity of 10 people. All carriages have private en-suite bathrooms, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, offering high-end service. The overall design is simple yet elegant, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural charm.
New Oriental Express Premium Gold Three-Berth Compartment: Luxury carriage/capacity 6 people, total 1 carriage. Each carriage has 3 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into a double bed). All compartments are equipped with a double sofa, leisure table and chairs, en-suite bathroom with wet and dry separation. Each carriage can accommodate 6 guests. Multi-functional storage space, leisure seating area, custom furniture. Three-berth Premium Gold reference dimensions: Total compartment area: approx. 12㎡; Bathroom area: 1.5㎡; Shower area: 1.06㎡; Bed size: Double bed: 2*1.7m / Single bed: 2*0.85m
New Oriental Express Joy Gold Four-Berth Compartment: Luxury carriage/capacity 8 people, total 5 carriages. Each 8-capacity carriage has 4 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into a double bed). All compartments are equipped with leisure table and chairs, en-suite bathroom with wet and dry separation. Each carriage can accommodate 8 guests. Multi-functional storage space, leisure seating area, custom furniture. Four-berth Joy Gold reference dimensions: Total compartment area: approx. 10㎡; Bathroom area: 1.5㎡; Shower area: 1.06㎡; Bed size: Double bed: 2*1.7m / Single bed: 2*0.85m
New Oriental Express Platinum Gold Five-Berth Compartment: Comfort carriage/capacity 10-20 people, total 7 carriages. Each 10-capacity carriage has 5 compartments, each with an en-suite bathroom with wet and dry separation. Each carriage can accommodate 10 guests. Total compartment area: approx. 8㎡; Upper berth size: 2*0.78m; Lower berth size: 2*0.78m; Bathroom area: 1.26㎡; Shower area: 0.9㎡
📅 Departure Dates and Reference Prices
| Departure Date | Premium Gold (3 Compartments) | Joy Gold (4 Compartments) | Platinum Gold (5 Compartments) | Third/Fourth Person |
| :— | :— | :— | :— | :— |
📍 Train Starting Point: Urumqi| May 6, May 14 | 59,999 RMB/person | 54,999 RMB/person | 49,999 RMB/person | 30,000 RMB/person |
| June 1, June 30 | 67,999 RMB/person | 62,999 RMB/person | 56,999 RMB/person | 30,000 RMB/person |
| June 11, June 25 | 69,999 RMB/person | 63,999 RMB/person | 58,999 RMB/person | 30,000 RMB/person |
| September 3 | 71,999 RMB/person | 65,999 RMB/person | 59,999 RMB/person | 30,000 RMB/person |
| October 15, October 25 | 44,999 RMB/person | 39,999 RMB/person | 36,999 RMB/person | 20,000 RMB/person |
⚠ ️ Friendly Reminder
The above are reference prices for 2026; actual prices may vary due to departure dates, policies, etc.
The final price, availability, and promotional offers are subject to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📝 Booking and Registration Guide
1. Booking Process
The journey begins in Urumqi, the ‘Heart of Asia’. It is not only a transportation hub but also the starting point for exploring Xinjiang. The train departs from Urumqi Station, taking you deep into the magnificent scenery of deserts, snowy mountains, grasslands, lakes, and river valleys.1. Inquiry: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to specify your preferred departure date and compartment type.
2. Confirmation: Booking manager Yang Jia will check availability, prices, and travel details for you.
3. Contract: After confirmation, sign a formal travel contract and make payment.
4. Preparation: Receive the tour confirmation notice before departure and prepare required documents as instructed.
2. Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For specific registration details, it is recommended to directly consult the agency’s customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Description
✅ Included Items (Reference)
Train compartment accommodation fee
First entrance tickets and shuttle bus fees for attractions listed in the itinerary
🛌 Private Compartments: Your Moving Luxury Room Most meals during the itinerary
Entertainment and cultural activities on the train
Medical staff and basic medicines accompanying the group
Travel agency liability insurance
❌ Excluded Items (Reference)
Round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi
Personal expenses and items not listed in the itinerary
(The agency will try to arrange shared accommodation)
💡 Friendly Reminder
Specific included and excluded items are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
The ‘New Oriental Express’ offers three types of compartments to meet your personalized needs. All compartments are equipped with en-suite bathrooms (wet and dry separation), a leisure seating area, custom furniture, and multi-functional storage space, ensuring privacy and comfort during the journey. In case of force majeure factors such as weather or road conditions, both parties can negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary.
🌟 Why Choose the ‘New Oriental Express’?
1. 🚫 No More Travel Fatigue: Stay on the train throughout, one berth all the way, no need to frequently change hotels or move luggage, greatly reducing physical strain.
2. 👵 Senior-Friendly: The itinerary has a relaxed pace, the train is equipped with age-friendly facilities and medical staff, and focuses on healthy dining, making it an ideal choice for retirees.
3. 🛡️ Worry-Free Support: Medical staff accompany the group throughout, operated by a formal travel agency with a mature itinerary, giving you and your family peace of mind.
4. 🤝 Travel with Like-Minded People: Most passengers are quality-conscious families or friends, creating a relaxed and friendly travel atmosphere where you can make new friends and never feel lonely.
5. 🍽️ Refined Train Life: Enjoy meals cooked by star chefs and a variety of entertainment activities on the train, turning the journey itself into an enjoyment.
📞 Contact Us
If you have any questions, feel free to inquire:
Phone Inquiry:Please contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
WeChat Inquiry:Please contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
We will serve you wholeheartedly, answering all questions about the itinerary, prices, registration, etc.
