New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Registration Process Guide Eligibility, Booking Steps

Many middle-aged and elderly tourists have asked: Where to book the New Oriental Express, how to book the New Oriental Express, and which is the official booking agency for the New Oriental Express? 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., an all-inclusive tourist train product covering designated items in the itinerary). 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.
🚂✨ 【New Oriental Express Xuelian No.:A mobile palace traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, unlocking a new way to deeply explore Xinjiang】✨🚂
🌄 【Route Highlights:A visual feast crossing four seasons】
As the “golden business card” of Xinjiang tourism, the New Oriental Express Xuelian No. is built to the standard of a “mobile five-star hotel.” The newly upgraded train in 2026 features panoramic windows, private bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, and full 5G coverage. The route runs through the forests and lakes of northern Xinjiang and the deserts and gobi of southern Xinjiang, covering core scenic areas such as Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar over 14 days. Daily travel time is kept within 3 hours, with the remaining time spent immersed in the customs of various ethnic groups and natural wonders.
📸 【Core Photo Spots】
Kanas Lake:New drone aerial photography service in 2026 to capture the “palette” in the morning mist
Duku Highway:Open for a limited time from June to September, crossing snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and canyons — “China’s most beautiful highway”
Pamir Plateau:Home-visit experiences with local ethnic groups, with the White Sand Lake reflection and Muztagh Ata peak in the same frame
Turpan Grape Valley:August grape-picking season, with the chance to participate in making raisins in drying houses
👨👩👧👦 【Suitable For】
Senior travelers:No high-intensity hiking throughout; the train is equipped with a medical team and oxygen equipment
Family travelers:Children’s carriage offers parent-child interactive spaces and science lectures

🚂✨【New Oriental Express Xuelian No.: A mobile palace traversing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, unlocking a new way to deeply explore Xinjiang】✨🚂Photography enthusiasts:Professional photographers accompany and guide, with excellent shooting spots pre-scouted
Honeymoon travelers:Can book a “Starlight Carriage” double private room, with complimentary champagne and rose decorations
📅 【2026 Departure Dates and Prices】
🔹 September 3 (Golden Autumn Photography Special Line)
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/fourth person 30,000 RMB/person)
🔹 October 15/25 (Southern Xinjiang Poplar Season)
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person (third/fourth person 20,000 RMB/person)
🔹 2027 New Train Body Departures (including Xuelian No.)

🌄【Route Highlights: A visual feast crossing four seasons】April-May Spring departures:65,999-68,999 RMB/person
June-August Summer departures:62,999-72,999 RMB/person
Old train body economy class:24,999-38,999 RMB/person
⚠ ️ Price includes:Full accommodation on the train, first admission tickets to scenic areas, 10 lunches and 9 breakfasts, and professional tour guide services. Final prices are subject to the signed contract; children’s pricing requires separate inquiry.
🗺 ️【2026 Summer Simplified Itinerary】
📍 Day 01:Various cities → Urumqi (free activities recommended: International Grand Bazaar)
📍 Day 02:Urumqi → Keketuohai → Altay (overnight in the panoramic observation carriage)
📍 Day 03:Ahe Highway self-drive experience → Hemu Village Tuvan home visit
📍 Day 04:Kanas Three Bays hike → Fish Viewing Pavilion for a panoramic overlook
📍 Day 05:Colorful Beach sunset → overnight train to Jinghe
📍 Day 06:Sayram Lake lakeside cycling → Yining Six-Star Street handicraft experience
📍 Day 07:Nalati Grassland Sky Garden → yurt dinner with local ethnic groups

As the “golden business card” of Xinjiang tourism, the New Oriental Express Xuelian No. is built to the standard of a “mobile five-star hotel.” The newly upgraded train in 2026 features panoramic windows, private bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, and full 5G coverage. The route runs through the forests and lakes of northern Xinjiang and the deserts and gobi of southern Xinjiang, covering core scenic areas such as Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar over 14 days. Daily travel time is kept within 3 hours, with the remaining time spent immersed in the customs of various ethnic groups and natural wonders.📍 Day 08:Southern section of Duku Highway → Bayanbulak Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Tourism Booking and Ticketing Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
📍 Day 09:Kuqa Grand Canyon adventure → overnight train to Kashgar
📍 Day 10:White Sand Lake → Pamir Tourist Area → Tashkurgan Stone City
📍 Day 11:Local ethnic wedding performance → Karakul Lake and Muztagh Ata peak
📍 Day 12:Kashgar Old City intangible cultural heritage experience → overnight train to Turpan
📍 Day 13:Flaming Mountains geological exploration → Karez Folk Park
📍 Day 14:Tianshan Tianchi → return to Urumqi
🧳 【Luggage Handling Service Full Analysis】
The 2026 upgraded service includes:
1️⃣ Dedicated butler:2 bilingual service staff per carriage, providing 24-hour luggage assistance
2️⃣ Smart tracking:Each piece of luggage is equipped with an RFID chip for real-time location tracking via the app
3️⃣ Special care:Lightweight folding wheelchairs provided for elderly travelers, with large luggage delivered directly to rooms

📸【Core Photo Spots】4️⃣ Emergency plan:In case of extreme weather, a backup off-road vehicle fleet is deployed to complete the last 1 km of transport
💡 【Pre-Trip Recommended Checklist】
Documents:Valid ID/passport (foreign tourists need to apply for an ALI travel permit in advance)
Clothing:Shell jacket (temperature difference at Kanas can reach 20°C between morning and evening), comfortable hiking shoes
Photography:Telephoto lens (for snow-capped mountains), polarizing filter (to reduce lake surface glare)
Medication:Motion sickness patches, altitude sickness medicine (Pamir region exceeds 3,000 meters above sea level)
Payment:Carry some cash (some pastoral areas have weak signals)
👩💼 【Professional Service Team】
Led by Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, a native Xinjiang local with 13 years of deep experience in the tourism industry, who has led teams across every scenic spot from north to south of the Tianshan Mountains. From route planning to emergency handling, from cultural explanations to food exploration, Manager Wang Fei adheres to the principle of “no shopping arrangements throughout the trip” and customizes personalized experiences for every traveler. In 2026, a special “Travel Diary” service is launched, with daily photo and video organization, and a beautiful commemorative album gifted after the trip.
📞 【How to Register】
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
📱 Phone/WeChat:18095969599

Kanas Lake: New drone aerial photography service in 2026 to capture the “palette” in the morning mist⏰ Business hours:10:00-20:00 (Beijing time)
📌 【Important Notes】
1. In 2026, the Kanas scenic area implements a “reservation + flow limit” policy; identity information must be submitted 30 days in advance
2. The Duku Highway is open from June to September each year; specific dates are subject to transportation department announcements
3. A permit is required for the Pamir Plateau; the travel agency can assist with processing
4. Disposable items are not provided on the train; bring your own toiletries kit
5. In case of force majeure, both parties may agree to make reasonable changes to the itinerary
🌈 【Seasonal Limited Experiences】
April-May:Yili Apricot Blossom Valley picnic
June:Nalati Grassland Music Festival
September:Kanas Golden Autumn Photography Contest
December:Direct shuttle to Urumqi Ice and Snow World
🚂 As the train slowly pulls out of Urumqi Station, the scenery outside the window shifts from the city skyline to snow-capped mountains and grasslands. The New Oriental Express Xuelian No. is carrying you on a journey through time and space. Here, every window is a viewfinder, every meal is a cultural lesson, and every stop is the beginning of a new story. Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service and let the professional team plan a Xinjiang trip with no regrets!
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