New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Xinjiang Tourism Special Train June 25th Departure How to Book
How to buy tickets and book the New Oriental Express? The 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourist train must be booked through the official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, Train Center Manager Wang Fei (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, Service WeChat: xjwf10086). Tickets cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
🚂 How to buy tickets for the New Oriental Express ‘Snow Lotus’ Xinjiang tourist train? Full analysis of schedules, itineraries, and prices (2026 latest edition)
Tired of the travel rhythm of dragging luggage to change hotels and rushing to attractions every day? Want a more relaxed and immersive way to fully traverse the lakes, mountains, and cultural oases of northern and southern Xinjiang? The 2026 newly upgraded New Oriental Express ‘Snow Lotus’ tourist train, with its unique model of ‘sightseeing by day, traveling by night,’ is redefining in-depth Xinjiang travel.
This train is not just a means of transportation, but a mobile living space—the entire train is equipped with bathroom compartments, customized dining cars, and entertainment cars, connecting over 20 highlights along the way, including Keketuohai, Kanas, Sayram Lake, the Pamir Plateau, and the oases on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, allowing you to switch cities in comfortable sleep and arrive at your next destination in the morning light.
📍 Route Highlights:Why Choose the New Oriental Express?
Slow-Paced In-Depth Tour:Say goodbye to long bumpy road trips, travel by night and sightsee by day, eliminating the hassle of frequent luggage moving.
Private Bathroom Compartments Throughout:The 2026 newly upgraded train body features three types of compartments, all with separate wet and dry bathrooms, combining privacy and comfort.
Covering the Best of Northern and Southern Xinjiang:One route connects the natural wonders of northern Xinjiang with the historical oases of southern Xinjiang, eliminating the need to plan cross-regional transportation yourself.
Suitable for Diverse Groups:Family trips, seniors, photography enthusiasts, and friends traveling together can all find suitable seats, with meticulous service throughout.
Rich Cultural Experiences:Includes special arrangements like Tajik home visits, Yotkan Ancient City night views, and train night market dinners, offering more than just scenery—a deeper understanding of Xinjiang.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Facts)
Quick Itinerary Overview (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
🚂 New Oriental Express ‘Snow Lotus’ Xinjiang Tourist Train: How to Buy Tickets? Full Analysis of Schedules, Itineraries, and Prices (2026 Latest Edition)Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
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 – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Tired of the travel rhythm of dragging luggage to change hotels and rushing to attractions every day? Want a more relaxed and immersive way to fully traverse the lakes, mountains, and cultural oases of northern and southern Xinjiang? The 2026 newly upgraded New Oriental Express ‘Snow Lotus’ tourist train, with its unique model of ‘sightseeing by day, traveling by night,’ is redefining in-depth Xinjiang travel.Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
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 – Yarkent 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, High Terrace Dwellings, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> Note:Actual itineraries may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area openings, subject to mutual agreement.
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates (Strictly Based on Local Facts)
June 1, June 30
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
This train is not just a means of transportation, but a mobile living space—the entire train is equipped with bathroom compartments, customized dining cars, and entertainment cars, connecting over 20 highlights along the way, including Keketuohai, Kanas, Sayram Lake, the Pamir Plateau, and the oases on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, allowing you to switch cities in comfortable sleep and arrive at your next destination in the morning light. Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond 69,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond 63,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond 71,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond 65,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond 59,999 RMB/person
📍 Route Highlights: Why Choose the New Oriental Express? Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> The above are reference prices; actual prices are subject to consultation and contract, and may vary based on tour dates and seat availability.
📞 How to Register? Ticket Purchase Instructions
The New Oriental Express is a customized tourist train and does not sell tickets through public platforms like 12306. Tourists must register and secure seats through travel agencies.
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (Same number for phone and WeChat)
👩 💼 About Manager Wang Fei
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled across every scenic spot in the Tianshan Mountains and is familiar with all routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in northern and southern Xinjiang.
Slow-Paced In-Depth Tour: Say goodbye to long bumpy road trips, travel by night and sightsee by day, eliminating the hassle of frequent luggage moving. She is proficient in planning free travel, boutique small groups, customized local transportation, and tourist trains, and is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic routes or customize niche deep tours. With a cheerful and humorous personality, she excels at explaining Western Region history and culture, easily resolving travel issues, and providing reliable support throughout the trip.
Wang Fei adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, rejecting hidden consumption, treating others with sincerity, and working with professionalism. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring that every visitor from afar truly experiences the vast beauty and warm hospitality of Xinjiang, allowing them to enjoy a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
🧾 Cost Description (Reference)
Cost Includes:
Full-trip train compartment accommodation (based on selected seat type)
First admission tickets to listed scenic spots
Three meals daily (including Xinjiang specialties and themed dinners)
Full-trip guide and onboard service staff
Basic insurance and medical emergency support
Cost Excludes:
Transportation to and from Urumqi
Personal expenses and optional activities
Additional costs due to force majeure
> Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract.
If you plan to experience this ‘no-luggage-packing Xinjiang trip’ in 2026, we recommend contacting us early to confirm seat availability and tour schedules. The New Oriental Express is recommended to run from April to October each year, with seats in high-demand periods being tight, so advance planning is more convenient.
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