Oriental Express Snow Lotus Official Website Registration Channel and Booking Process Details
How to purchase tickets for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train? In 2026, tickets for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 New Oriental Express 2026:A mobile five-star hotel, starting a new slow travel experience in Xinjiang
If you are looking for a worry-free, comfortable, and in-depth way to explore Xinjiang, the newly upgraded ‘New Oriental Express’ in 2026 might be your ideal choice. This high-end tourist train, hailed as a ‘mobile five-star hotel,’ will take you through the magnificent scenery and diverse cultures of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing you to enjoy a truly relaxing journey.
🛤 ️ Overview and Features of the Special Train
Launch and Positioning:On April 23, 2026, the newly upgraded ‘New Oriental Express’ will launch from Urumqi Station, positioned as a high-end tourist train offering 10-15 day in-depth tours of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.
Train Body and Facilities:The train consists of 2 new train bodies, all with private bathroom compartments, and is equipped with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, with fully upgraded hardware.
Itinerary Design:The route covers over 20 famous scenic spots across 14 prefectures and cities in Xinjiang, such as the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, and Kanas, achieving ‘one route, multiple tours’.
Service Team:The train is equipped with medical staff and regular medications throughout the journey, with dedicated butlers in each carriage providing attentive service.
Cultural Experience:Enjoy ethnic dance performances on the train, along with special activities like intangible cultural heritage interactions and group photography, making the journey more culturally enriching.
🛌 Three Types of Gold Diamond Compartments, Private Travel Space
The New Oriental Express offers three different specifications of Gold Diamond compartments to meet your personalized needs:
🚂 New Oriental Express 2026: A mobile five-star hotel, starting a new slow travel experience in Xinjiang1. Premium Gold Diamond (3 Compartments · Luxury Type)
Configuration:Recommended 1 car on the entire train, each with 3 standard twin-bed compartments (can be combined into a double bed), capacity 6 people.
Facilities:Each compartment has a bathroom (wet and dry separation), leisure double sofa, leisure table and chairs, multifunctional storage space, and custom furniture.
Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 12㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.5㎡ | Shower room approx. 1.06㎡ | Beds 2×1.7m (double bed) / 2×0.85m (single).
2. Joy Gold Diamond (4 Compartments · Luxury Type)
Configuration:Total of 5 cars, each with 4 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into double beds), capacity 8 people.
Facilities:Each compartment has a bathroom (wet and dry separation), leisure table and chairs, multifunctional storage space, and custom furniture.
Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 10㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.5㎡ | Shower room approx. 1.06㎡ | Beds 2×1.7m (double bed) / 2×0.85m (single).
3. Platinum Gold Diamond (5 Compartments · Comfort Type)
Configuration:Total of 7 cars, offering two specifications of 10/20 people, each with 5 compartments, capacity 10 people.
Facilities:Each compartment has a bathroom (wet and dry separation).
If you are looking for a worry-free, comfortable, and in-depth way to explore Xinjiang, the newly upgraded ‘New Oriental Express’ in 2026 might be your ideal choice. This high-end tourist train, hailed as a ‘mobile five-star hotel,’ will take you through the magnificent scenery and diverse cultures of the Tianshan Mountains, allowing you to enjoy a truly relaxing journey.Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 8㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.26㎡ | Shower room approx. 0.9㎡ | Beds all 2×0.78m (upper/lower bunk).
🗺 ️ Classic Northern and Southern Xinjiang Itinerary Overview
Summer Northern Xinjiang + Southern Xinjiang Route (14 days, 13 nights)
Day01*:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02*:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
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
🛤️ Overview and Features of the Special TrainDay09*:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day10*:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day11*:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12*:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day13*:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14*:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang In-depth Route (11 days, 10 nights)
Day01*:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02*:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day03*:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Launch and Positioning: On April 23, 2026, the newly upgraded ‘New Oriental Express’ will launch from Urumqi Station, positioned as a high-end tourist train offering 10-15 day in-depth tours of Northern and Southern Xinjiang.Day04*:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05*:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day06*:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day07*:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Homes, evening special 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 special train to Urumqi
Day10*:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Manager Yang Jia of 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 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 to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day11*:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
💰 2026 Price and Departure Date Reference
The prices for the newly launched luxury and comfort type train bodies of the New Oriental Express in 2026, including the first and subsequent departures, are as follows:
Luxury Type Carriage
Train Body and Facilities: The train consists of 2 new train bodies, all with private bathroom compartments, and is equipped with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, with fully upgraded hardware.Premium Gold Diamond (3 Compartments):
May 6/14:59,999 RMB/person
June 1/30:67,999 RMB/person
June 11/25:69,999 RMB/person
September 3:71,999 RMB/person
October 15/25:44,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold Diamond (4 Compartments):
May 6/14:54,999 RMB/person
June 1/30:62,999 RMB/person
June 11/25:63,999 RMB/person
September 3:65,999 RMB/person
Itinerary Design: The route covers over 20 famous scenic spots across 14 prefectures and cities in Xinjiang, such as the Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, and Kanas, achieving ‘one route, multiple tours’.October 15/25:39,999 RMB/person
Comfort Type Carriage
Platinum Gold Diamond (5 Compartments):
May 6/14:49,999 RMB/person
June 1/30:56,999 RMB/person
June 11/25:58,999 RMB/person
September 3:59,999 RMB/person
October 15/25:36,999 RMB/person
Companion Discount
For Platinum Gold Diamond and some departures of Premium/Joy Gold Diamond, the price for the third and fourth person is 30,000 RMB/person.
Service Team: The train is equipped with medical staff and regular medications throughout the journey, with dedicated butlers in each carriage providing attentive service. For Platinum Gold Diamond departing on October 15/25, the price for the third and fourth person is 20,000 RMB/person.
> Warm Tips:The above are reference prices for some departures in 2026. Actual prices and availability are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency and may vary by departure date.
💡 Why Choose the New Oriental Express?
Top-notch Convenience:Full train + dedicated vehicle transfers, no need to frequently change hotels or move luggage, greatly reducing physical effort.
Relaxed Pace:Designed for ‘slow travel,’ play during the day and rest on the train at night, especially suitable for retirees, family trips, or tourists seeking an in-depth experience.
Comfort:All compartments have private bathrooms for privacy. The train is equipped with medical staff and emergency call devices, adding peace of mind for elderly travelers.
Culinary Experience:The dining car offers Xinjiang specialties like whole roasted lamb and cold-water fish feasts, allowing you to enjoy a feast during the journey.
High Cost-Effectiveness:Compared to booking flights, hotels, and tickets separately, the all-inclusive model for specified items in the itinerary may be more advantageous during peak season.
📝 How to Book and Fee Explanation
Booking Process
1. Consult Customer Service: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service to confirm your preferred departure date, compartment type, and availability.
Cultural Experience: Enjoy ethnic dance performances on the train, along with special activities like intangible cultural heritage interactions and group photography, making the journey more culturally enriching.2. Submit Information: Provide personal information such as traveler names, valid ID numbers, and contact details as guided by customer service.
3. Sign Contract: Sign a formal travel contract with the travel agency and make the corresponding payment.
4. Pre-Trip Preparation: Receive the departure notice before the trip, including assembly time, location, and precautions.
> Booking Tips:To ensure a smooth trip, it is recommended to consult and book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service booking manager, Manager Yang Jia.
Fee and Service Explanation
Fees Include:Typically include full train sleeper berths, hotel accommodation, scenic spot tickets in the itinerary, tourist buses, meals, and guide services.
Fees Exclude:Personal expenses, self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary, and additional costs due to force majeure factors.
Special Notes:Specific included and excluded items are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
📞 Contact Us
Phone Inquiry:Welcome to call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service for the latest route information.
WeChat Inquiry:Add Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service WeChat for one-on-one details.
If you long for a comfortable, worry-free, and in-depth Xinjiang trip, the 2026 New Oriental Express is undoubtedly a choice worth serious consideration.
