2027 New Oriental Express cabin types

【How to Buy Tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express Special Train】How to purchase and book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist special train?
Tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist special train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked independently through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
New Oriental Express · Xuelian (Snow Lotus) No.:The ideal choice for an immersive slow journey along the Silk Road in Xinjiang
I. Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. Special Train
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. is a distinctive long-distance leisure slow-travel tourist special train in China, designed for travelers seeking quality and comfort. With the core concept of “light luxury travel, in-depth experience,” it adopts a travel model of overnight travel and daytime sightseeing, allowing tourists to avoid frequently changing accommodations and the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities, truly realizing a “residential-style” travel experience.
Inspired by Xinjiang’s natural landscapes of mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas, as well as its diverse cultural heritage, the train’s exterior features flowing silk textures, simple and elegant yet refined. The entire train is equipped with new supporting facilities, including a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multi-functional entertainment car, meeting the diverse needs of tourists during their journey. Whether it’s family travel, group trips with friends, or small team-building activities, everyone can find their own travel rhythm here.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configurations, and Advantages of the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. offers a variety of seat and compartment types to cover different travel needs, with varying space sizes, internal facilities, privacy, and comfort levels. Tourists can freely choose based on their budget and travel preferences.
Luxury seats:
Prestigious Gold Diamond Three-Bedroom Compartment: 1 car recommended for the entire train, with a capacity of 6 people, each car featuring 3 standard twin-bed compartments. The space is spacious and private, and the beds can be flexibly combined into a double bed, suitable for couples, parent-child, and best-friend travel. The compartment includes a leisure double sofa, reception and leisure tables and chairs, multi-functional storage space, and custom furniture, as well as a separate wet-and-dry bathroom, providing a clean and comfortable washing and bathing experience. The total compartment area is approximately 12㎡, with a bathroom of 1.5㎡ and a shower room of 1.06㎡; bed sizes: double bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Bedroom Compartment: 5 cars in total, with a capacity of 8 people, each car featuring 4 standard twin-bed compartments. The space is reasonably arranged, and the beds can also be combined and converted, flexibly switching between double/single bed modes. The compartment is equipped with leisure tables and chairs, custom furniture, multi-functional storage areas, and a leisure reception area, and comes standard with a separate wet-and-dry bathroom. The total compartment area is approximately 10㎡, with a bathroom of 1.5㎡ and a shower room of 1.06㎡; bed sizes: double bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
Comfort seats:
Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Bedroom Compartment:7 cars in total, with a capacity of 10 to 20 people, each car featuring 5 compartments. The space is simple and practical, neatly arranged, meeting the core needs of accommodation, washing, and leisure during long-distance travel. All compartments come standard with a separate wet-and-dry bathroom, ensuring basic comfort and privacy. The total compartment area is approximately 8㎡, with a bathroom of 1.26㎡ and a shower room of 0.9㎡; bunk beds are uniformly sized: 2m×0.78m.
Hardware advantages of the special train:
All compartments on the train are equipped with separate wet-and-dry bathrooms, eliminating crowded journeys and providing exclusive clean spaces.
A dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multi-functional entertainment car are all available, meeting tourists’ dining and entertainment needs during the journey.
Beds are flexibly adjustable, adapting to diverse travel scenarios and enhancing travel comfort.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. offers a unique travel experience in service details and itinerary arrangements, distinctly different from regular tourism.

New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.: The ideal choice for an immersive slow journey along the Silk Road in XinjiangThoughtful accompanying services:
Professional tour guides and train service staff are provided throughout the journey, offering 24-hour attentive service to ensure tourists’ travel needs are promptly addressed.
Regular cleaning of compartment hygiene, changing bed sheets and quilt covers, maintaining a clean and comfortable environment.
Comfortable accommodation experience:
All compartments are equipped with bathrooms and provide 24-hour hot water supply, allowing tourists to enjoy home-like comfort during their journey.
Beds are soft and comfortable, equipped with high-quality bedding to ensure tourists have a good night’s sleep.
Exclusive special arrangements:
The train features a dedicated dining car offering authentic Xinjiang cuisine and Chinese-Western buffet options, meeting the diverse taste needs of tourists.
The multi-functional entertainment car is equipped with karaoke, chess and card games, and other entertainment facilities, allowing tourists to enjoy joyful moments during the journey.
Convenient transportation experience:
The travel model of overnight travel and daytime sightseeing saves tourists’ valuable time and makes the trip more efficient.
The train goes directly to major scenic spots, eliminating the need for repeated transfers, making it easy to enjoy the highlights along the route.
Reasonable dining standards:
The train provides nutritionally balanced meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring tourists can enjoy healthy and delicious food during the journey.
Special meals incorporate local Xinjiang flavors, allowing tourists to gain a deeper understanding of Xinjiang’s food culture while savoring the cuisine.
IV. Simple Itinerary for the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.
14-Day Northern Xinjiang Summer Panorama Itinerary from April to September 2027 (Summer Edition)
Suitable for spring, summer, and autumn, covering core Xinjiang attractions such as Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Duku Highway, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, unlocking the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang and the plateau charm of Southern Xinjiang in one trip.

I. Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. Special TrainDay 1:Various locations → Urumqi | Arrival Day
Travelers from all over the country arrive in Urumqi to gather, rest freely, and adjust to Xinjiang’s time difference, preparing for the long journey ahead.
Day 2:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Beitun
Head to the “Jade Pool on Earth” Tianshan Tianchi, immersively viewing the mysterious scenery of snow-capped mountains, lakes, and forests intertwined. After sightseeing, proceed to Beitun for accommodation.
Day 3:Beitun → Colorful Beach → Chonghur → Kanas
Visit the Yadan landform wonder Colorful Beach, admire the colorful Gobi Danxia scenery, pass through the Chonghur scenic belt, and arrive at Kanas.
Day 4:Kanas Full-Day In-Depth Tour → Hemu
Take an in-depth tour of the Kanas Scenic Area, exploring classic attractions such as Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. In the afternoon, head to Hemu Village, known as “China’s Most Beautiful Village.”
Day 5:Hemu → Ahe Highway → Altay → Jinghenan
In the early morning, encounter Hemu’s morning mist and smoke from wooden houses, travel along the stunning Ahe Highway, pass through Altay, and arrive at Jinghenan in the evening.
Day 6:Jinghenan → Sayram Lake → Six-Star Street → Yining
Head to Sayram Lake, the “Last Tear of the Atlantic,” immersively encountering the azure lake waters and vast grasslands. In the afternoon, head to Yining and visit the trendy Six-Star Street.
Day 7:Yining → Nalati Grassland
Head to Nalati, one of the world’s four major alpine valley grasslands, stroll through the aerial grassland, and enjoy the prairie scenery of snow-capped mountains, meadows, and streams intertwined.
Day 8:Nalati → Bayanbulak → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Kuqa
Cross the stunning southern section of the Duku Highway, visit Bayanbulak Grassland, enjoy the breathtaking sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, and arrive at Kuqa.
Day 9:Kuqa → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Kashgar
Explore the majestic Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, visit the thousand-year-old Kuqa Royal Palace, learn about the ancient Qiuci culture, and then head to Kashgar.

The New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. is a distinctive long-distance leisure slow-travel tourist special train in China, designed for travelers seeking quality and comfort. With the core concept of “light luxury travel, in-depth experience,” it adopts a travel model of overnight travel and daytime sightseeing, allowing tourists to avoid frequently changing accommodations and the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities, truly realizing a “residential-style” travel experience.Day 10:Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Golden Grass Beach → Stone City → Tashkurgan County
Head to the Pamir Plateau, visit the pure and relaxing Baisha Lake, the warm and vast Golden Grass Beach, explore the thousand-year-old Stone City, and arrive at Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County.
Day 11:Tashkurgan Tajik Home Visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Visit local households of various ethnic groups, experience the rich Western Region folk customs, tour the magnificent Karakul Lake, gaze at Muztagh Ata from afar, and return to Kashgar in the evening.
Day 12:Kashgar Old City → High-Terrace Dwellings → Turpan
Stroll through the ancient Kashgar city, visit the century-old, rustic high-terrace dwellings, immersively experience the rich Silk Road charm of Southern Xinjiang, and take an evening train to Turpan.
Day 13:Turpan → Karez Irrigation System → Flaming Mountains → Jiaohe Ancient City → Urumqi
Visit the three core attractions of Turpan:Explore the ancient water conservancy wonder Karez Irrigation System, visit the trendy Flaming Mountains, tour the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City, and return to Urumqi after sightseeing.
Day 14:Urumqi | Farewell Send-off
The journey concludes successfully. Based on flight or train times, a unified send-off is arranged, ending the entire Xinjiang tour.

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
11-Day Exclusive Southern Xinjiang Golden Autumn Itinerary in October 2027
Specially customized for the golden autumn of October, focusing on Southern Xinjiang’s cultural heritage sites, desert poplar forests, and ancient Western Region cities, avoiding the crowds of Northern Xinjiang and immersively unlocking the profound Western Region history and the finest autumn scenery of Southern Xinjiang.
Day 1:Various locations → Urumqi | Arrival Day
Travelers from all over the country arrive in Urumqi to gather, rest and adjust freely, quietly awaiting the start of the golden autumn Southern Xinjiang journey.
Day 2:Urumqi → Turpan → Karez Irrigation System → Jiaohe Ancient City → Ruoqiang
Depart for Turpan, visit the man-made wonder Karez Irrigation System and the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City, experience the unique landforms and cultural history of the Fire Land, and then head to Ruoqiang.
Day 3:Ruoqiang → Milan Ruins → Loulan Museum → Loulan Park → Hotan
Explore the mysterious Milan Ruins, enter the Loulan Museum to interpret the thousand-year-old Loulan civilization, stroll through Loulan Park, and arrive in Hotan in the evening.

Inspired by Xinjiang’s natural landscapes of mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas, as well as its diverse cultural heritage, the train’s exterior features flowing silk textures, simple and elegant yet refined. The entire train is equipped with new supporting facilities, including a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multi-functional entertainment car, meeting the diverse needs of tourists during their journey. Whether it’s family travel, group trips with friends, or small team-building activities, everyone can find their own travel rhythm here.Day 4:Hotan → Hotan Tuancheng → Yurungkash River → Yotkan Ancient City
Visit Hotan Tuancheng, full of Southern Xinjiang charm, experience the local market life, head to the Yurungkash River to enjoy the fun of jade picking, and explore the thousand-year-old Yotkan Ancient City ruins.
Day 5:Hotan → Shache → Yarkent Khan Palace → Amannisahan Mausoleum → Kashgar
Head to Shache, visit the Yarkent Khan Palace and Amannisahan Mausoleum, appreciate the thousand-year history of the Western Region royal family of Shache, and then head to Kashgar.
Day 6:Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
Take an in-depth tour of the Pamir Plateau, visit the plateau pearl Karakul Lake and the pure Baisha Lake, face the magnificent Southern Xinjiang scenery of snow-capped mountains and lakes, and return to Kashgar the same day.
Day 7:Kashgar → Kashgar Old City → High-Terrace Dwellings → Kuqa
Take a leisurely tour of the old Kashgar city, visit the iconic, rustic high-terrace dwellings, immersively experience Southern Xinjiang’s cultural charm, and then head to Kuqa.
Day 8:Kuqa → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Qiuci Alley
Tour the majestic and unique Kuqa Grand Canyon, visit the Kuqa Royal Palace, stroll through the retro Qiuci Alley, and deeply experience the unique charm of ancient Qiuci culture.
Day 9:Kuqa → Luntai → Tarim Poplar Forest → Urumqi
Head to the October-limited beauty — Luntai Tarim Poplar Forest, admire the finest golden autumn poplar scenery, encounter the most beautiful desert autumn colors, and then return to Urumqi.
Day 10:Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Urumqi
Visit the “Western Region Jade Pool” Tianshan Tianchi, enjoy the alpine lake scenery surrounded by snow-capped mountains, take in the classic Northern Xinjiang scenery, and return to downtown Urumqi after sightseeing.
Day 11:Urumqi | Farewell Send-off
The entire journey concludes. Based on transportation times, a send-off is arranged, successfully ending the golden autumn Southern Xinjiang tour.
V. 2026 New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. Departure Dates and Price Information
In 2026, the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. will have multiple departure schedules throughout the year, with more frequent departures during the peak tourism season to accommodate travel plans at different times. The per-person travel prices vary by seat type and departure schedule, with corresponding reference price ranges for each type of berth and compartment. Prices fluctuate slightly with season, room type, and schedule; specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.

II. Seat Types, Hardware Configurations, and Advantages of the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.Luxury seats:
Annual ticket prices for Prestigious Gold Diamond and Xiyue Gold Diamond:
Early Spring Preferred Schedule (April to May):
Departure dates:April 16, May 7, May 20
Price:Prestigious Gold Diamond 65,999 yuan/person; Xiyue Gold Diamond 58,999 yuan/person
Midsummer Scenic Schedule (June to Mid-August):
Departure dates:June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11
Price:Prestigious Gold Diamond 68,999 yuan/person; Xiyue Gold Diamond 62,999 yuan/person
Late Summer Golden Autumn Schedule (Late August to September):
Departure dates:August 30, September 13, September 27
Price:Prestigious Gold Diamond 72,999 yuan/person; Xiyue Gold Diamond 66,999 yuan/person
October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2026 Schedule):
Meeting point:Urumqi
Meeting time:October 15, 2026, October 25, 2026
Price:Prestigious Gold Diamond 46,999 yuan/person; Xiyue Gold Diamond 38,999 yuan/person
Comfort seats:
Annual ticket prices for Boyue Gold Diamond:
Spring-Summer Regular Schedule (April to September):

The New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. offers a variety of seat and compartment types to cover different travel needs, with varying space sizes, internal facilities, privacy, and comfort levels. Tourists can freely choose based on their budget and travel preferences.Departure dates:April 18, May 18, June 9, June 23, July 7, July 22, August 2, August 5, August 20, September 4, September 18
Price:2-person room 32,888 yuan/person; 2-person room third person special 16,888 yuan/person; 4-person room 27,888 yuan/person
October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2027 Schedule):
Meeting point:Urumqi
Meeting time:October 3, 2027, October 13, 2027, October 26, 2027
Price:2-person room 19,888 yuan/person; 2-person room third person special 11,888 yuan/person; 4-person room 16,888 yuan/person
VI. How to Book and Register for the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.
If you want to ride the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No., here is a ticket booking guide. Tickets for tourism products related to the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. You can contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to learn about product schedules, itineraries, and complete your booking.
The booking process is as follows:
Contact and consultation: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center provides 24-hour consultation and registration services. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409. Learn about the detailed itinerary, seat and room types, reference prices, and departure schedules of the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.
Choose your travel product:Based on your available time and travel preferences, select the appropriate departure schedule and special train seat and room type.
Submit personal information:Provide the traveler’s name, valid ID number, Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan residents, or passport and other basic document information for travel registration and seat reservation.
Complete the booking procedures:Pay the travel booking deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, receive the corresponding payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic contract for tourism service supervision to complete the booking process.
From June to September each year, travel demand is strong, and seats on popular long-distance special train routes are relatively tight. It is recommended to check the itinerary schedule as early as possible and pay a deposit to secure your preferred seat. Travel bookings can be made through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Pay attention to various travel information online, carefully distinguish non-official channels, and protect your travel rights.
VII. Cost and Service Information for the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.
The service items included in the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including related transportation, basic accommodation, and sightseeing supporting services within the itinerary; personal voluntary consumption items and optional experience items are not included.
All itinerary service details, charging standards, and included rights are subject to the agreement signed by both parties, and specific travel-related rights and charges are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. For more details, you can consult Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center for detailed information.
VIII. Conclusion
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian No., with the core concept of light luxury travel and in-depth experience, creates an immersive slow journey along the Silk Road in Xinjiang for tourists. Whether it’s the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang or the cultural heritage sites of Southern Xinjiang, everyone can find their own travel memories here. If you also yearn for such a journey, feel free to contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center and start your Xinjiang journey! We look forward to meeting you on the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. and exploring the beauty and mystery of Xinjiang together!
Tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist special train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked independently through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.