Xinjiang New Oriental Express Tourist Train Ticket Purchase Advice to Avoid Unofficial Channels
How to purchase tickets for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train? For the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour Train:2026 Travel Schedule and In-depth Experience Guide
🚂 Train and Route Features:A mobile ‘five-star hotel’ for exploring northern and southern Xinjiang
The New Oriental Express is a ‘star product’ among Xinjiang tour trains. The 2026 upgraded train body is inspired by ‘flowing silk,’ featuring a low-saturation blue-green gradient paint with gold lines outlining the Tianshan Mountains, blending modernity with regional cultural charm. Departing from Urumqi, the train covers key scenic spots such as Kanas in northern Xinjiang, Yili Grassland, Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, and the Pamir Plateau. It operates on a ‘daytime sightseeing, nighttime travel’ model, eliminating the fatigue of long road trips, making it especially suitable for retired seniors and tourists who cannot endure long car rides.
Compared to other special trains, the New Oriental Express has significant advantages:
Dietary Adaptability:The dining car offers light-flavored meals that cater to both northern and southern habits, avoiding heavy oil and spice;
Relaxed Pace:Arranges 2-3 core attractions daily, no rushing or early starts, with midday breaks back in the carriage;
Service Guarantee:Each carriage is equipped with a tour doctor for basic medical support;
New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour Train: 2026 Travel Schedule and In-depth Experience GuideLong-distance Convenience:Luggage stays in the carriage throughout the trip, no need to repeatedly move it.
🛏 ️ Cabin Types and Configurations:Private bathroom cabins, spacious interiors
The train has two types of carriages: luxury and comfort, both equipped with bathrooms and separate wet-dry shower areas to meet long-distance travel needs. Specific cabin details are as follows:
Premium Gold Diamond Three-Cabin (Luxury)
Capacity:6 people/carriage (3 cabins, 2 per cabin)
Cabin Area:Approximately 12 square meters
Bed Size:Double bed 2×1.7 meters (can be split into two single beds)
🚂 Train and Route Features: A mobile ‘five-star hotel’ for exploring northern and southern XinjiangConfiguration:Leisure double sofa, custom tables and chairs, multi-functional storage cabinet, temperature control system.
Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Cabin (Luxury)
Capacity:8 people/carriage (4 cabins, 2 per cabin)
Cabin Area:Approximately 10 square meters
Bed Size:Double bed 2×1.7 meters (can be split into two single beds)
Configuration:Leisure tables and chairs, bathroom, custom furniture.
Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Cabin (Comfort)
Capacity:10 people/carriage (5 cabins, 2 per cabin)
The New Oriental Express is a ‘star product’ among Xinjiang tour trains. The 2026 upgraded train body is inspired by ‘flowing silk,’ featuring a low-saturation blue-green gradient paint with gold lines outlining the Tianshan Mountains, blending modernity with regional cultural charm. Departing from Urumqi, the train covers key scenic spots such as Kanas in northern Xinjiang, Yili Grassland, Kashgar in southern Xinjiang, and the Pamir Plateau. It operates on a ‘daytime sightseeing, nighttime travel’ model, eliminating the fatigue of long road trips, making it especially suitable for retired seniors and tourists who cannot endure long car rides.Cabin Area:Approximately 8 square meters
Bed Size:Both upper and lower bunks are 2×0.78 meters
Configuration:Bathroom, basic storage space.
📅 2026 Simplified Itinerary Reference (Summer Edition)
Based on the latest schedule, the summer itinerary covers northern Xinjiang’s natural scenery and southern Xinjiang’s cultural landscapes. The specific arrangement is as follows:
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – Altay
Compared to other special trains, the New Oriental Express has significant advantages:Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special 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 Special Train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Dietary Adaptability: The dining car offers light-flavored meals that cater to both northern and southern habits, avoiding heavy oil and spice;Day11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
The October southern Xinjiang itinerary focuses on autumn poplar forests and cultural experiences, such as Tarim Poplar Forest, Kuqa King’s Mansion, and Kashgar Old City.
Manager Yang Jia from 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. He is mainly responsible for booking tour trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, 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).
💰 Price Explanation (2026 Reference)
Train prices vary by season and are subject to the signed contract. Current reference prices are as follows:
Relaxed Pace: Arranges 2-3 core attractions daily, no rushing or early starts, with midday breaks back in the carriage;May-June (Northern Xinjiang Flower Season):
Premium Gold Diamond:59999-69999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:54999-63999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:49999-58999 RMB/person (third and fourth person 30000 RMB/person)
October (Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery):
Premium Gold Diamond:44999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:39999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:36999 RMB/person (third and fourth person 20000 RMB/person)
Service Guarantee: Each carriage is equipped with a tour doctor for basic medical support;Note:The price includes all transportation, accommodation, meals, scenic spot tickets, and guide services. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
📝 Booking Process:Contact the dedicated manager to secure a spot
Bookings must be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The process is as follows:
Consult Customer Service:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service by phone or WeChat to confirm availability and price;
Submit Information:Provide name, valid ID number, contact information, and special needs (e.g., diet, medical);
Sign Contract:After paying the deposit, the travel agency sends an electronic contract to confirm itinerary details;
Pay Balance:Pay the remaining balance 30 days before departure, and customer service will assist in preparing travel materials.
Long-distance Convenience: Luggage stays in the carriage throughout the trip, no need to repeatedly move it.📞 Registration Method:Unified channel, convenient and secure
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and customer service will provide one-on-one assistance, answering questions about itinerary, price, equipment, etc.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
Included Items:
Full train transportation, scenic spot tickets, guide service;
Luxury carriages include breakfast and main meals, comfort carriages include breakfast;
Tour doctor, basic medical supplies.
Excluded Items:
🛏️ Cabin Types and Configurations: Private bathroom cabins, spacious interiorsPersonal expenses (e.g., consumption, entertainment);
(Single registrants will be matched for shared rooms, special cases need negotiation);
Round-trip transportation costs to Urumqi.
👥 Suitable For:Comfort travel recommendation
The New Oriental Express is especially suitable for the following tourists:
Retired Seniors:Slow itinerary pace, attentive service;
Family Tourists:Spacious cabins can accommodate multiple people;
The train has two types of carriages: luxury and comfort, both equipped with bathrooms and separate wet-dry shower areas to meet long-distance travel needs. Specific cabin details are as follows:Photography Enthusiasts:Covers classic shooting locations like Kanas and poplar forests;
Quality Seekers:Private bathroom cabins and customized meals enhance the experience.
🌟 Reasons for the Train’s Popularity
Since its operation in 2023, the New Oriental Express has become a popular choice for Xinjiang tourism due to its ‘high-end hardware + humanized service.’ After the 2026 upgrade, the train not only continues the ‘mobile five-star hotel’ standard but also further meets the needs of middle-aged and elderly tourists by optimizing itinerary design and strengthening medical support. According to 2025 tourist feedback, 90% of participants found the ‘itinerary relaxing and not tiring’ and ‘service exceeded expectations,’ which is key to its growing reputation.
📌 Warm Tips
Prepare valid documents, common medications, and comfortable clothing before travel;
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night, so bring a light jacket even in summer;
Specific itineraries may change due to weather or policy, subject to the contract.
For more details, feel free to contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service for the latest 2026 schedule and discount information!
