Xinjiang Express Snow Lotus Registration Booking Process Price
For more details about Xinjiang train tours, contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus:A mobile slow journey through Northern and Southern Xinjiang
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel style is quietly becoming the top choice for deep travel enthusiasts—not self-driving across deserts, nor joining group tours to check in at scenic spots, but taking the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, hailed as the ‘Rolls-Royce of trains,’ with a rhythm of ‘traveling at night, sightseeing by day,’ comfortably and leisurely roaming the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. This special train is not just a means of transportation; it’s a mobile resort equipped with bathrooms, panoramic windows, dining areas, and leisure zones, making the journey itself part of the scenery.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus offers two classic loop routes in 2026:The Summer Northern Xinjiang Panorama Edition and the Autumn Southern Xinjiang Culture Edition, corresponding to the natural landscapes and cultural experiences of different seasons.
The Northern Xinjiang route focuses on the magnificent scenery of the Altai Mountains and the Ili River Valley: from the canyon wonders of Keketuohai to the morning mist and cooking smoke of Hemu Village; from the blue mystery of Kanas Lake to the sunset light and shadow of the Colorful Beach; then along the Duku Highway through the heart of the Tianshan Mountains, arriving at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak, and finally deep into the Pamir Plateau, overlooking the snowy peak of Muztagh Ata. The entire journey connects Xinjiang’s most representative natural landscape belts.
The Southern Xinjiang route emphasizes historical relics and oasis civilization: visiting the Loulan Museum to trace Silk Road memories, experiencing the fun of ‘treasure hunting’ by the Yurungkash River in Hotan, strolling through Kashgar’s Old City to feel the vibrant atmosphere of a thousand-year-old trading port, and traveling through the Tarim Poplar Forest to witness the golden vitality of autumn. This route focuses more on cultural immersion and human interaction, such as the night view of Yotkan Ancient City and the Yarkand Khan’s Palace, showcasing the blend of Xinjiang’s diverse cultures.
The train uses a newly upgraded body, with all compartments featuring separate wet and dry bathrooms, full panoramic windows, and a multifunctional bar car, a star-themed dining car, and travel photography services. Some trips also include intangible cultural heritage experiences (like mulberry paper rubbing) and cultural lectures to enhance the journey’s depth.
📅 Simple Itinerary (Based on the original local draft)
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile slow journey through Northern and Southern XinjiangDay 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special 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 Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel style is quietly becoming the top choice for deep travel enthusiasts—not self-driving across deserts, nor joining group tours to check in at scenic spots, but taking the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, hailed as the ‘Rolls-Royce of trains,’ with a rhythm of ‘traveling at night, sightseeing by day,’ comfortably and leisurely roaming the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. This special train is not just a means of transportation; it’s a mobile resort equipped with bathrooms, panoramic windows, dining areas, and leisure zones, making the journey itself part of the scenery.Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, then special train to Ruoqiang in the evening
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, then special train to Hotan in the evening
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Treasure hunting at Yurungkash River – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Terrace Dwellings, then special train to Kuqa in the evening
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
🌄 Route and Destination IntroductionDay 09:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, then special train to Urumqi in the evening
Our agency offers various travel options for everyone, including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car services. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for detailed consultation on Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on the local draft)
The 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus adopts a ‘no self-paid activities’ model, with fees covering train accommodation, full meals, first admission tickets to scenic spots, scenic area transportation, airport/train station transfers, butler service, etc., with no forced consumption. Reference details are as follows:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 customized cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 customized cars) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 customized cars) 49,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus offers two classic loop routes in 2026: the Summer Northern Xinjiang Panorama Edition and the Autumn Southern Xinjiang Culture Edition, corresponding to the natural landscapes and cultural experiences of different seasons. June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond 67,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 62,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond 69,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 63,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond 71,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 65,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person
The Northern Xinjiang route focuses on the magnificent scenery of the Altai Mountains and the Ili River Valley: from the canyon wonders of Keketuohai to the morning mist and cooking smoke of Hemu Village; from the blue mystery of Kanas Lake to the sunset light and shadow of the Colorful Beach; then along the Duku Highway through the heart of the Tianshan Mountains, arriving at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak, and finally deep into the Pamir Plateau, overlooking the snowy peak of Muztagh Ata. The entire journey connects Xinjiang’s most representative natural landscape belts. Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> The above prices are reference ranges; the actual amount is subject to the signed contract and may fluctuate based on factors such as departure dates and room type availability.
📞 Registration Method
Travelers interested in the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus itinerary can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to contact 2-3 months in advance to secure seats.
📞 Phone:181-3962-2233
💬 WeChat:181-3962-2233 (Please note ‘Snow Lotus Inquiry’ when adding)
📍 Address information can be obtained directly from customer service.
ℹ️ Fees and Service Description
Fees Include:Train cabin accommodation, full meals (including special banquets), admission tickets and shuttle buses for listed scenic spots, airport/train station transfers in Urumqi, dedicated butler service, travel photography short video souvenir album, cultural experience activities, etc.
Fees Exclude:Transportation from departure point to Urumqi, personal expenses, optional self-paid activities, and single room supplement for solo travelers (our agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation).
All service contents and cancellation policies are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations. Specific details are subject to the signed tourism contract. If force majeure or objective changes occur during the trip, the travel agency may negotiate with travelers to make reasonable itinerary adjustments while protecting travelers’ rights.
Boarding the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is not about rushing, but about immersion. As the wheels slowly turn, watch snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities pass by the window, allowing Xinjiang’s vastness and richness to reach your heart in the most leisurely way.
To learn more about Xinjiang train tours, consult customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
