How to Book the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus for Xinjiang Tours Ticket Guide for Middle aged and Senior Travelers
Many middle-aged and elderly tourists have asked: Where can I book the New Oriental Express, how do I book it, and which is the official booking agency? Unified explanation: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including train private carriage seats + hotel accommodation + attraction tickets + specialty dining + land bus + tour guide services + insurance, etc., a one-price tourist train product covering designated items in the itinerary). Train tickets are not sold separately; bookings can only be made through official railway travel agencies. Official booking channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center dedicated manager Wang Fei (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to e-brochures, schedules, and detailed quotes. The booking process includes choosing an itinerary → confirming dates and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 Xinjiang New Oriental Express Xuelian (Snow Lotus) Sunset Red Special Train:The Philosophy of Slow Travel Between Start and End Points
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, there is a way of traveling — no rushing, no changing hotels, no dragging luggage. Enjoy scenery by day, and drift to sleep to the rhythm of the rails by night. This is the fully upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express Xuelian (Snow Lotus). It is not an ordinary train, but a ‘mobile high-end living space,’ designed for travelers seeking comfort, a relaxed pace, and in-depth experiences — especially suitable for family trips, senior travelers, and photography enthusiasts.
📍 Start and End Points:Departing from Urumqi and returning to Urumqi
The journey of the New Oriental Express Xuelian begins and ends at Urumqi, forming a scientifically closed full-loop route across northern and southern Xinjiang. This means travelers need not worry about returning vehicles elsewhere, connecting transport, or return arrangements. Throughout the journey, ‘the train travels with you,’ truly achieving ‘one train to see all the landscapes of the Western Regions.’
According to the actual 2026 operating schedule, the special train adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model: check into your cabin in the evening, and the train departs quietly; arrive at your destination in the morning and start a full day of in-depth exploration. No need to frequently switch hotels or repeatedly pack and unpack luggage, greatly reducing the physical burden of long-distance travel.
🌄 Route Highlights:Crossing the Tianshan Mountains, connecting diverse landscapes
This 14-day itinerary spans the snowy mountains, lakes, forests, and grasslands of northern Xinjiang, as well as the oasis ancient cities and highland mysteries of southern Xinjiang, covering the following core landscape zones (based on the actual local itinerary):
> Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Edition)
> Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
🚂 Xinjiang New Oriental Express Xuelian Sunset Red Special Train: The Philosophy of Slow Travel Between Start and End Points> Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
> Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
> Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
> Day 05:Kanas – Chonghuer – Colorful Beach (Wucaitan) – 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 – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
> Day 11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, there is a way of traveling — no rushing, no changing hotels, no dragging luggage. Enjoy scenery by day, and drift to sleep to the rhythm of the rails by night. This is the fully upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express Xuelian (Snow Lotus). It is not an ordinary train, but a ‘mobile high-end living space,’ designed for travelers seeking comfort, a relaxed pace, and in-depth experiences — especially suitable for family trips, senior travelers, and photography enthusiasts.> Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
> Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
> Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
Along the way, visit iconic attractions including Kanas Lake, Hemu Village, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway, Pamir Plateau, Kashgar Old City, and Turpan’s Flaming Mountains. One journey takes in multiple natural landscapes — snow mountains, lakes, grasslands, gobi deserts, canyons, and oases — while also incorporating cultural experiences such as home visits with various ethnic groups and folk interactions. The pace is relaxed and unhurried, never rushed.
🛏 ️ Living Experience:All cabins with private bathrooms, private and comfortable
The 2026 New Oriental Express Xuelian features a brand-new luxury train body. All cabins come with private bathrooms, custom furnishings, multi-functional storage, and lounge areas. The carriages are equipped with stable power supply, air conditioning, 24-hour hot water, and feature dedicated dining cars, kitchens, and entertainment carriages.
Three cabin types to suit different needs:
Zungui Jinzuan (3-custom carriage):Approximately 12㎡ per room, capacity 6, separate wet/dry bathroom, double sofa;
Xiyue Jinzuan (4-custom carriage):Approximately 10㎡ per room, capacity 8, compact but fully equipped;
Boyue Jinzuan (5-custom carriage):Approximately 8㎡ per room, bunk bed design, still with private bathroom, great value.
📍 Start and End Points: Departing from Urumqi and returning to UrumqiAll cabins feature hotel-grade bedding and soundproofing/vibration-dampening design to ensure a quiet and smooth night journey.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
💰 Prices and Departure Dates (strictly per local factual itinerary)
> 2026 Departure Dates and Prices
> September 3
> Zungui Jinzuan (3-custom carriage) 71,999 RMB/person
> Xiyue Jinzuan (4-custom carriage) 65,999 RMB/person
> Boyue Jinzuan (5-custom carriage) 59,999 RMB/person | Third and fourth person: 30,000 RMB/person
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> October 15 | October 25
> Zungui Jinzuan (3-custom carriage) 44,999 RMB/person
The journey of the New Oriental Express Xuelian begins and ends at Urumqi, forming a scientifically closed full-loop route across northern and southern Xinjiang. This means travelers need not worry about returning vehicles elsewhere, connecting transport, or return arrangements. Throughout the journey, ‘the train travels with you,’ truly achieving ‘one train to see all the landscapes of the Western Regions.’ > Xiyue Jinzuan (4-custom carriage) 39,999 RMB/person
> Boyue Jinzuan (5-custom carriage) 36,999 RMB/person | Third and fourth person: 20,000 RMB/person
> 2027 New Oriental Express Luxury Tourist Train Departure Dates and Prices (partial schedule)
> April 16, May 7, May 20:Zungui Jinzuan 65,999 RMB/person, Xiyue Jinzuan 58,999 RMB/person
> June-August peak season:Zungui Jinzuan from 68,999 RMB, Xiyue Jinzuan from 62,999 RMB
> Late August to September:Prices rise, Zungui Jinzuan up to 72,999 RMB/person
📌 *Note:The above prices are reference ranges; the formal contract signed shall prevail, and prices may vary with departure dates and group size.*
📞 Booking and Consultation
Bookings can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei 18095969599 (same number for phone and WeChat)
According to the actual 2026 operating schedule, the special train adopts a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model: check into your cabin in the evening, and the train departs quietly; arrive at your destination in the morning and start a full day of in-depth exploration. No need to frequently switch hotels or repeatedly pack and unpack luggage, greatly reducing the physical burden of long-distance travel.Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service is a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of deep experience in the Xinjiang tourism industry. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains and is thoroughly familiar with all northern and southern Xinjiang routes, road conditions, weather, and local customs.
She is proficient in self-guided tour planning, boutique small groups, local custom vehicles, tourist trains, and various other travel solutions. She knows local accommodations, cuisine, hidden gems, and how to avoid pitfalls — capable of planning classic loop routes as well as customized in-depth journeys. With a cheerful and witty personality, she excels at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, effortlessly resolving travel hassles, and providing attentive and reliable service throughout the trip.
Wang Fei consistently adheres to a no-shopping policy throughout the itinerary, refusing hidden consumption, treating people with sincerity, and working with professionalism. She does not offer assembly-line itineraries but creates comfortable journeys tailored to travelers’ preferences, ensuring every guest from afar truly experiences Xinjiang’s vast beauty and warm hospitality, and enjoys a worry-free tour of beautiful Xinjiang.
🧳 Cost Description
✅ Included in the price:Train cabin accommodation, first admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary, all meals during the trip (except those marked as self-paid), local transportation, professional tour guide services, and onboard attendant support.
❌ Not included in the price:Transportation to and from Urumqi, personal expenses, optional activities, and additional costs arising from force majeure.
📌 *Specific details are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract.*
🌤 ️ Friendly Reminders
Xinjiang is vast with a dry climate and large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring sunscreen, moisturizing skincare products, and a warm jacket. The itinerary includes some high-altitude areas (such as the Pamir Plateau); please assess your health condition accordingly.
In case of uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, or policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement, balancing both quality and experience.
Boarding the New Oriental Express Xuelian is not about rushing — it is about living. On this moving Silk Road, slowly witness the morning light and starry nights of Xinjiang.
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