Why the New Oriental Express Cannot Purchase Tickets Online Separately Snow Lotus Xinjiang Special Train Registration
How to buy tickets and book the New Oriental Express? The 2026 New Oriental Express Xinjiang tourism special train must be booked through the official travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center Manager Wang Fei (Company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, Service WeChat: xjwf10086). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. The specific booking process includes selecting an itinerary, confirming the date and boarding location, paying a deposit, and signing a contract.
🚂 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus:A slow travel special train crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south. How to buy tickets? What is the price?
Want to see Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities all at once in a relaxed way? Don’t want to drive yourself or frequently change hotels and drag luggage? Then the 2026 newly upgraded ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus’ tourism special train might be your ideal travel choice.
This special train, hailed as a ‘moving five-star hotel,’ adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode—deeply exploring core scenic spots during the day and sleeping comfortably in private cabins at night, truly realizing ‘traveling in a painting, dreaming with the scenery.’
🌄 Route Highlights:One journey, experience the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus connects Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. It covers northern Xinjiang’s Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke Wetland, and southern Xinjiang’s Pamir Plateau, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Ancient City, and Kuqa Grand Canyon. Some schedules extend to Turpan, Hotan, Ruoqiang, etc., offering experiences of Loulan culture, oases on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, and autumn poplar forests.
The entire train is equipped with private bathroom cabins, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, a dedicated dining car (serving fusion dishes from northern and southern Xinjiang), a leisure and entertainment car, and even arranges professional photography guides to accompany the group, providing edited electronic albums and short videos. The whole journey uses 35-seat luxury tourist buses for transfers, ensuring ample seating space for each guest, with luggage transported by the train throughout, saving effort and worry.
Especially suitable for family trips, elderly tourists, photography enthusiasts, and travelers seeking in-depth cultural experiences.
📅 Simple Itinerary (Strictly based on the finalized local draft)
Quick Itinerary Overview (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
🚂 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A slow travel special train crossing the Tianshan Mountains from north to south. How to buy tickets? What is the price?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 – Bayinbuluke
Day 09:Bayinbuluke – 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
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Want to see Xinjiang’s snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities all at once in a relaxed way? Don’t want to drive yourself or frequently change hotels and drag luggage? Then the 2026 newly upgraded ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus’ tourism special train might be your ideal travel choice.Day 04:Arrive in Hotan early morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special 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, High Platform Residences, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa early morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
> Note:Actual itinerary may change due to weather, road conditions, or scenic area policies. Both parties can agree to reasonably optimize the itinerary.
💰 2026 Prices and Tour Dates (Strictly based on the finalized local draft)
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
This special train, hailed as a ‘moving five-star hotel,’ adopts a ‘travel by night, tour by day’ mode—deeply exploring core scenic spots during the day and sleeping comfortably in private cabins at night, truly realizing ‘traveling in a painting, dreaming with the scenery.’ Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
🌄 Route Highlights: One journey, experience the essence of northern and southern Xinjiang Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
> The above are reference price ranges. The specific price is subject to the signed formal contract and may fluctuate based on tour dates, seasons, and group formation.
📞 How to Register? Ticket Purchase Instructions
The New Oriental Express tourism special train adopts an integrated package model of ‘transportation + accommodation + tickets + services’ and does not sell train tickets separately. It cannot be ordered through public platforms like 12306.
You can register and inquire through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:18095969599
👩 💼 About Manager Wang Fei:A local Xinjiang native, professional and considerate
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, north and south, and is familiar with all routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs in northern and southern Xinjiang.
She is proficient in planning independent trips, boutique small groups, local custom vehicles, and tourism special trains. She is familiar with local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and tips to avoid pitfalls. She can plan classic loops or customize niche deep travel itineraries. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining Western Region culture and history, easily handling travel hassles, and ensuring a thoughtful and reliable journey.
Wang Fei always adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, refusing hidden consumption, treating people sincerely, and working professionally. She does not create assembly-line itineraries but only crafts comfortable journeys tailored to tourists’ preferences, ensuring every friend from afar truly feels Xinjiang’s vast beauty and simple warmth, allowing them to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus connects Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. It covers northern Xinjiang’s Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke Wetland, and southern Xinjiang’s Pamir Plateau, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Kashgar Ancient City, and Kuqa Grand Canyon. Some schedules extend to Turpan, Hotan, Ruoqiang, etc., offering experiences of Loulan culture, oases on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, and autumn poplar forests.📦 Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
✅ Full-journey special train cabin accommodation (with bathroom)
✅ First admission tickets to scenic spots and sightseeing buses
✅ Local luxury tourist bus transfers
✅ Full-journey meals (including specialty dishes)
✅ Professional guide and accompanying services
✅ Travel insurance
Exclusions:
❌ Major transportation to and from Urumqi
❌ Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, souvenirs)
❌ Voluntary self-funded activities
❌ Additional costs due to force majeure
> Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
If you long for a slow-paced, deeply immersive, and well-serviced panoramic tour of Xinjiang, feel free to contact Manager Wang Fei to learn more about the ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus.’ This train is not just a means of transport but a flowing Silk Road time.
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