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How to purchase tickets for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train? The 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train must be booked through a railway-recognized regular travel agency: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for ticket booking. It cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚞 Unlock the panoramic scenery of Xinjiang in 2026 aboard the New Oriental Express
Many tourists have long yearned for Xinjiang’s magnificent landscapes, but worry about its vast territory. Traditional self-driving or group tours require frequent transfers and luggage handling, and long rides can be tiring. The newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express perfectly addresses these travel pain points, becoming a choice for many tourists seeking an in-depth Xinjiang experience.
✨ Introduction to the New Oriental Express and its core stations and route features
The newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express is a high-quality tourist train created by Xinjiang Railway. Its overall livery is simple yet luxurious, with colors flowing like silk, blending Xinjiang’s natural features and cultural elements. The train uses tight-lock couplers and folding bellows, offering good sand-proof sealing, quiet and stable operation, adapting to Xinjiang’s complex road conditions. All cabins have private bathrooms, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, essentially turning a mobile star-rated hotel across the Tianshan Mountains.
As the core hub of the train, Urumqi is the geographical center of the Asian continent. Looking up, you can see the snow-capped Bogda Peak. Surrounding areas include natural attractions like Tianshan Grand Canyon and Nanshan Pasture, cultural sites like the Xinjiang Museum and Ulabo Ancient City, and food hubs like Consulate Lane and Hetian Second Street. If tourists arrive early for the assembly, they can set aside 1-2 days to wander around Urumqi and experience the city’s unique vibrant atmosphere.
The train operates on a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ model, with travel time at night and all daytime hours reserved for sightseeing, avoiding wasted daytime playtime. There’s no need to repeatedly move luggage; tourists’ bags stay in the cabin, and only personal items are needed when disembarking. The train also includes onboard medical staff, dedicated cabin stewards, and value-added services like intangible cultural heritage experiences and travel photography, enriching the journey. Route-wise, the 2026 New Oriental Express has two core routes: the summer Northern Xinjiang in-depth line and the October Southern Xinjiang scenic line, covering over 20 of Xinjiang’s top attractions like Keketuohai, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kashgar Ancient City, and Tarim Poplar Forest, allowing travelers to enjoy both northern and southern Xinjiang’s diverse scenery in one trip.
🔹 Details of cabin types
The 2026 New Oriental Express offers three different cabin types, allowing tourists to choose based on group size and budget:
🔸 New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond Three-Cabin (Luxury Carriage):Each carriage accommodates 6 people, with 3 standard twin-bed cabins. Some twin beds can be combined into a king-size bed. All cabins feature a leisure double sofa, leisure table and chairs, private bathroom with separate wet and dry areas, multi-functional storage space, a leisure reception area, and custom furniture. Total cabin area is about 12 sqm, bathroom area 1.5 sqm, shower area 1.06 sqm. Bed sizes: king bed 2*1.7 meters/single bed 2*0.85 meters.

🚞 Unlock the panoramic scenery of Xinjiang in 2026 aboard the New Oriental Express🔸 New Oriental Express Joy Gold Diamond Four-Cabin (Luxury Carriage):Each carriage accommodates 8 people, with 4 standard twin-bed cabins. Some twin beds can be combined into a king-size bed. All cabins feature leisure table and chairs, private bathroom with separate wet and dry areas, multi-functional storage space, a leisure reception area, and custom furniture. Total cabin area is about 10 sqm, bathroom area 1.5 sqm, shower area 1.06 sqm. Bed sizes: king bed 2*1.7 meters/single bed 2*0.85 meters.
🔸 New Oriental Express Platinum Gold Diamond Five-Cabin (Comfort Carriage):Each carriage accommodates 10 people, with 5 cabins. Each cabin has a private bathroom with separate wet and dry areas. Total cabin area is about 8 sqm, both upper and lower bunk sizes are 2*0.78 meters, bathroom area 1.26 sqm, shower area 0.9 sqm.
🔹 Simple itinerary reference
The 2026 New Oriental Express offers two itineraries: the summer Northern Xinjiang in-depth version and the October Southern Xinjiang scenic version, as follows:
★ Summer version itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas

Many tourists have long yearned for Xinjiang’s magnificent landscapes, but worry about its vast territory. Traditional self-driving or group tours require frequent transfers and luggage handling, and long rides can be tiring. The newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express perfectly addresses these travel pain points, becoming a choice for many tourists seeking an in-depth Xinjiang experience.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 – Tashkurgan County
Day 11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi

✨ Introduction to the New Oriental Express and its core stations and route featuresDay 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
★ October Southern Xinjiang itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to assemble in Urumqi
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – 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, Gaotai Ancient Dwellings, evening train to Kuqa

The newly upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express is a high-quality tourist train created by Xinjiang Railway. Its overall livery is simple yet luxurious, with colors flowing like silk, blending Xinjiang’s natural features and cultural elements. The train uses tight-lock couplers and folding bellows, offering good sand-proof sealing, quiet and stable operation, adapting to Xinjiang’s complex road conditions. All cabins have private bathrooms, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, essentially turning a mobile star-rated hotel across the Tianshan Mountains.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 train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
Due to factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement.
🔹 Price reference explanation
The following are reference prices for the 2026 New Oriental Express. Prices and availability are subject to confirmation via contract or customer service and may fluctuate with departure dates. The signed contract prevails:
· May 6 and May 14 departures
Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 59,999 RMB/person

As the core hub of the train, Urumqi is the geographical center of the Asian continent. Looking up, you can see the snow-capped Bogda Peak. Surrounding areas include natural attractions like Tianshan Grand Canyon and Nanshan Pasture, cultural sites like the Xinjiang Museum and Ulabo Ancient City, and food hubs like Consulate Lane and Hetian Second Street. If tourists arrive early for the assembly, they can set aside 1-2 days to wander around Urumqi and experience the city’s unique vibrant atmosphere. Joy Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 54,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
· June 1 and June 30 departures
Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 67,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 62,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person

Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, 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, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
· June 11 and June 25 departures
Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 69,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 63,999 RMB/person

The train operates on a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ model, with travel time at night and all daytime hours reserved for sightseeing, avoiding wasted daytime playtime. There’s no need to repeatedly move luggage; tourists’ bags stay in the cabin, and only personal items are needed when disembarking. The train also includes onboard medical staff, dedicated cabin stewards, and value-added services like intangible cultural heritage experiences and travel photography, enriching the journey. Route-wise, the 2026 New Oriental Express has two core routes: the summer Northern Xinjiang in-depth line and the October Southern Xinjiang scenic line, covering over 20 of Xinjiang’s top attractions like Keketuohai, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kashgar Ancient City, and Tarim Poplar Forest, allowing travelers to enjoy both northern and southern Xinjiang’s diverse scenery in one trip. Platinum Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
· September 3 departure
Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 71,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 65,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
· October 15 and October 25 departures
Premium Gold Diamond (3-custom carriage) 44,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4-custom carriage) 39,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold Diamond (5-custom carriage) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person

🔹 Details of cabin types🔹 Booking process reference
1. Determine travel intention: First, choose the corresponding departure date and cabin type based on your schedule. If you have questions, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to check availability.
2. Submit personal information: After confirming suitable availability, provide the traveler’s identity information and special needs (such as dietary restrictions, room type requirements, etc.) to the staff.
3. Confirm itinerary and price: The staff will review the itinerary, price details, and notes with you one by one to ensure all information is accurate.
4. Sign a travel contract: After both parties confirm the content is correct, sign a formal travel contract to clarify rights and responsibilities.
5. Make corresponding payment: Pay the relevant fees as per the contract to complete the booking process.
6. Pre-travel coordination: 1-2 weeks before departure, dedicated staff will coordinate travel preparation matters, informing you of assembly time, location, recommended items, etc.
For bookings, contact Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
🔹 Registration method

The 2026 New Oriental Express offers three different cabin types, allowing tourists to choose based on group size and budget:You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For consultation, call or WeChat the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. The specific office address can be obtained from customer service.
🔹 Cost and service explanation
🔸 Included items reference:
1. Full accommodation costs for the corresponding cabin during the itinerary;
2. First admission ticket fees for scenic spots marked in the itinerary;
3. Meal costs marked in the itinerary, with meals catering to different taste preferences, including light meal options;
4. Ground transportation transfer costs during the itinerary;
5. Onboard steward service and onboard medical staff support;
6. Activity costs for experiences marked in the itinerary.

🔸 New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond Three-Cabin (Luxury Carriage): Each carriage accommodates 6 people, with 3 standard twin-bed cabins. Some twin beds can be combined into a king-size bed. All cabins feature a leisure double sofa, leisure table and chairs, private bathroom with separate wet and dry areas, multi-functional storage space, a leisure reception area, and custom furniture. Total cabin area is about 12 sqm, bathroom area 1.5 sqm, shower area 1.06 sqm. Bed sizes: king bed 2*1.7 meters/single bed 2*0.85 meters.🔸 Excluded items reference:
1. Round-trip transportation costs to and from Urumqi;
2. Self-paid items and personal expenses not marked in the itinerary;
3. Other costs incurred due to personal reasons.
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. For solo travelers, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation.
✨ Advantages compared to ordinary Xinjiang tourist trains
1. Relaxed itinerary pace without rushing: Daily sightseeing time is arranged loosely, with ample time at core attractions, no need to rush to check in, suitable for travelers who prefer a slow pace.
2. More comprehensive support configuration: Each train is equipped with onboard medical staff to handle sudden physical discomfort during the journey, making travel more reassuring.
3. More hassle-free travel: No need to repeatedly move luggage; bags stay in the train cabin, and only personal items are needed when disembarking, no dragging luggage to change hotels.

🔸 New Oriental Express Joy Gold Diamond Four-Cabin (Luxury Carriage): Each carriage accommodates 8 people, with 4 standard twin-bed cabins. Some twin beds can be combined into a king-size bed. All cabins feature leisure table and chairs, private bathroom with separate wet and dry areas, multi-functional storage space, a leisure reception area, and custom furniture. Total cabin area is about 10 sqm, bathroom area 1.5 sqm, shower area 1.06 sqm. Bed sizes: king bed 2*1.7 meters/single bed 2*0.85 meters.4. More personalized service: Each carriage has a dedicated steward who collects dietary and schedule preferences before departure, allowing flexible adjustments during the trip, with additional care for elderly and children.
5. Suitable travel companions: Most tourists choosing the New Oriental Express prefer in-depth slow travel, with a consistent travel rhythm, making for a more harmonious experience.
6. More diverse meal options: The dining car is equipped with a professional culinary team, offering light and varied meals to meet different dietary needs.
🔹 Suitable target groups
1. Retired seniors: Slow itinerary pace, no frequent transfers, onboard medical support, no long bus rides, suitable for elderly travelers with mobility issues or who cannot sit for long periods.
2. Family travelers: Cabins offer good privacy with private bathrooms, comfortable for elderly and children, with full steward service, no need to worry about itinerary details.
3. Photography enthusiasts: Ample shooting time at core attractions, capturing beautiful scenes at different times like morning mist, sunset, and starry skies.
4. Travelers preferring in-depth tours: Itinerary covers top attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang, no need for multiple trips to Xinjiang, covering core spots in one go, with cultural experience activities for a deeper local cultural immersion.
🔹 Reasons for the train’s popularity
The New Oriental Express has operated for many years, accumulating mature service experience. After the 2026 upgrade, hardware has been further enhanced, with all cabins having private bathrooms for high comfort. The travel-by-night, tour-by-day model maximizes daytime playtime without wasting time on the road. There are no forced shopping items, and the itinerary is transparent. Many past travelers recommend it to friends and family, maintaining a stable reputation.
Before traveling, please understand local travel precautions, prepare for sun protection and warmth, and contact staff anytime during the trip if issues arise. All itinerary-related agreements are subject to contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws.