2027 New Oriental Express Online Booking Process Official Website Registration Practical Guide
How to Buy Tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express Special Train? How to Book and Purchase 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 directly 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.
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian (Snow Lotus) No.:A Moving Light-Luxury Silk Road Journey
If you yearn for the vast landscapes of Xinjiang but hope for a journey with less rushing and more ease, then this “moving light-luxury hotel” — the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. — may be exactly the travel style you’ve been looking for. It is not an ordinary train, but a high-end tourist special train designed for in-depth long-distance travel, adopting the model of “traveling by night, sightseeing by day, one berth all the way,” allowing the journey to truly return to comfort and immersion.
I. Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. Special Train
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. is a distinctive tourist special train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, jointly operated by the railway system and professional travel agencies, designed for travelers who pursue quality and value experience.
The train operates on a rhythm of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing — exploring scenic spots deeply during the day and sleeping soundly in private compartments at night, eliminating the hassle of frequently changing hotels, carrying luggage, and rushing to buses. There is no need for repeated transfers throughout the journey, truly achieving “the train follows the traveler,” giving time to the scenery rather than the road.
This special train is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups, family trips, friends traveling together, or travelers who value the quality of their stay. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with attractions balancing natural scenery and cultural exploration, covering both the lakes and mountains of Northern Xinjiang and the ancient cities and hidden gems of Southern Xinjiang — an ideal choice for experiencing the full panorama of Xinjiang.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages
The newly upgraded 2027 Xuelian No. has 13 carriages, divided into two series: Luxury and Comfort, with three golden diamond room types, all equipped with separate wet and dry bathroom facilities, completely eliminating the inconvenience of shared washing areas.
🔹 Premium Golden Diamond · Three-Bedroom Compartment (Luxury Type)
1 carriage recommended for the entire train, each with 3 twin-bed compartments, accommodating 6 people. Space is approximately 12㎡, equipped with a double sofa, reception table and chairs, custom furniture, and beds that can be combined into a 2m × 1.7m large bed. High privacy, suitable for couples, parent-child, or small groups seeking exclusive travel.
🔹 Xiyue Golden Diamond · Four-Bedroom Compartment (Luxury Type)
5 carriages in total, each with 4 compartments, accommodating 8 people. Area is approximately 10㎡, also supporting large bed/twin bed switching, with complete amenities, outstanding cost-performance, balancing comfort and social needs.
🔹 Boyue Golden Diamond · Five-Bedroom Compartment (Comfort Type)
7 carriages in total, each with 5 compartments, accommodating 10–20 people, suitable for families or groups of friends. Area is approximately 8㎡, with bunk beds uniformly sized at 2m × 0.78m, bathrooms ensuring basic comfort — the preferred choice for popular light-luxury travel.
The entire train is also equipped with:
✅ Exclusive “Ruihao Dining Hall” dining car and professional culinary living carriage
✅ “Xuelian Elegant Gathering” multi-functional entertainment and leisure area
✅ Smart temperature control, soundproof and sand-proof structure, stable riding system
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.: A Moving Light-Luxury Silk Road Journey✅ No open seating throughout — compartment passengers only, ensuring quiet and privacy
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights
The core charm of Xuelian No. lies in restoring “travel” to “living” — enjoying the ease of daily life while on the move.
Attentive Accompanying Services:Professional tour guides and train crew throughout the journey, providing itinerary explanations, life assistance, and emergency support.
Comfortable Accommodation Experience:One berth all the way — no need to change rooms; the compartment is a “mobile bedroom,” with luggage traveling with you, worry-free.
Exclusive Featured Arrangements:Avoiding peak crowds, visiting core scenic areas at off-peak times, with ample time reserved for photos and rest.
Convenient Transportation Experience:The special train arrives directly near scenic areas, reducing long-distance bus transfers, especially suitable for travelers who are not accustomed to frequent bumpy rides.
Reasonable Dining Standards:The dining car provides multiple full meals, blending Xinjiang flavors with dishes suitable for elderly and general palates, with fresh ingredients and balanced nutrition.
IV. Simple Itinerary for the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.
According to the official finalized plan, the 2027 Xuelian No. offers two premium routes, strictly following the “night travel, day sightseeing” logic, with a relaxed schedule and rich attractions:
2027 April–September Northern Xinjiang Summer Panorama 14-Day Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Suitable for spring, summer, and autumn, covering Tianchi (Heavenly Lake), Kanas, Hemu, Duku Highway, Sayram Lake, Pamir Plateau, and other core Xinjiang scenic spots — unlocking the lakes and mountains of Northern Xinjiang and the highland charm of Southern Xinjiang in one go.
D1 Various locations → Urumqi | Arrival Day
Travelers from all over the country arrive in Urumqi to gather, rest freely, and adapt to Xinjiang’s time difference, preparing energy for the long journey ahead.
D2 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Beitun
Head to Tianshan Tianchi, the “Jade Pool on Earth,” for an immersive view of snow-capped mountains, lakes, and forests intertwined in a hidden paradise. After sightseeing, proceed to Beitun for the night.
D3 Beitun → Colorful Beach → Chonghur → Kanas
Visit the Yadan landform wonder of Colorful Beach (Wucaitan), admire the colorful gobi danxia scenery, pass through the Chonghur scenic belt, and travel through beautiful landscapes to arrive at Kanas — the “back garden” destination.
D4 Kanas Full-Day In-Depth Tour → Hemu
If you yearn for the vast landscapes of Xinjiang but hope for a journey with less rushing and more ease, then this “moving light-luxury hotel” — the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. — may be exactly the travel style you’ve been looking for. It is not an ordinary train, but a high-end tourist special train designed for in-depth long-distance travel, adopting the model of “traveling by night, sightseeing by day, one berth all the way,” allowing the journey to truly return to comfort and immersion. Explore the Kanas scenic area in depth, visiting classic spots such as Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. In the afternoon, head to Hemu Village, known as “China’s most beautiful village.”
D5 Hemu → Ahe Highway → Altay → Jinghenan
At dawn, encounter Hemu’s morning mist and smoke from wooden houses, travel along the stunning Ahe Highway, pass through Altay, weaving through grasslands and wilderness, and arrive at Jinghenan in the evening.
D6 Jinghenan → Sayram Lake → Liuxing Street → Yining
Head to Sayram Lake, the “last tear of the Atlantic,” for an immersive encounter with its azure waters and vast grasslands. In the afternoon, head to Yining, visit the trendy Liuxing (Six-Star) Street, and experience the cultural charm of Ili.
D7 Yining → Nalati Grassland
Travel to Nalati, one of the world’s four major alpine river-valley grasslands, stroll through the sky grassland, admire the grassland scenery of snow mountains, meadows, and streams interwoven, and deeply experience the grassland landscape.
D8 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, experience the wonder of “four seasons in one day, different weather every ten miles” along Duku, and arrive in Kuqa.
D9 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 ancient Qiuci culture, and then head to Kashgar, the core city of Southern Xinjiang.
D10 Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Golden Grass Beach → Stone City → Tashkurgan
Head to the Pamir Plateau, visit the pristine and relaxing Baisha Lake, the warm and vast Golden Grass Beach, explore the thousand-year-old Stone City, enjoy highland scenery along the way, and arrive in Tashkurgan County.
D11 Tashkurgan Tajik Home Visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Visit local Tajik families, experience rich Western Region folk customs, tour the magnificent Karakul Lake, gaze at Muztagh Ata from afar, and return to Kashgar in the evening.
D12 Kashgar Old City → Gaotai (High Platform) Folk Houses → Turpan
Stroll through the ancient Kashgar city, visit the century-old, rustic Gaotai folk houses, immerse yourself in the rich Silk Road atmosphere of Southern Xinjiang, and take the train to Turpan in the evening.
D13 Turpan → Karez Irrigation System → Flaming Mountains → Jiaohe Ancient City → Urumqi
Visit the three core attractions of Turpan:Explore the ancient water conservancy wonder of the Karez system, visit the trendy Flaming Mountains, tour the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City, and return to Urumqi after sightseeing.
I. Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. Special TrainD14 Urumqi | Perfect Farewell
The journey concludes successfully. Based on flight/train times, all guests are escorted to the departure point, ending the full Xinjiang tour.
2027 October Southern Xinjiang Golden Autumn 11-Day Exclusive Itinerary
Specially customized for the golden October autumn, focusing on Southern Xinjiang’s cultural heritage sites, desert poplar forests, and ancient Western Region cities, avoiding Northern Xinjiang crowds, and immersively unlocking the profound history of the Western Regions and the finest autumn scenery of Southern Xinjiang.
D1 Various locations → Urumqi | Arrival Day
Travelers from all over the country arrive in Urumqi to gather, rest freely, and adapt, quietly awaiting the start of the golden autumn Southern Xinjiang journey.
D2 Urumqi → Turpan → Karez Irrigation System → Jiaohe Ancient City → Ruoqiang
Depart for Turpan, visit the man-made wonder of the Karez irrigation system and the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City, experience the unique landforms and cultural history of the “Fire Land,” then head to Ruoqiang.
D3 Ruoqiang → Milan Ruins → Loulan Museum → Loulan Park → Hotan
Explore the mysterious Milan Ruins, visit the Loulan Museum to interpret the thousand-year-old Loulan civilization, stroll through Loulan Park, feel the heritage of the ancient Western Regions, and arrive in Hotan in the evening.
D4 Hotan → Hotan Tuancheng → Yurungkash River → Yotkan Ancient City
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.
Visit Hotan Tuancheng, full of Southern Xinjiang charm, experience the local street life, head to the Yurungkash River to try your luck at finding jade, and explore the thousand-year-old Yotkan Ancient City ruins.
D5 Hotan → Shache → Yarkent Khan Palace → Amannisa Khan Mausoleum → Kashgar
Head to Shache, visit the Yarkent Khan Palace and the Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, appreciate the thousand-year history of the Western Region kingdoms of Shache, then head to Kashgar.
D6 Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
Enjoy an in-depth tour of the Pamir Plateau, visit the highland pearl of Karakul Lake and the pristine Baisha Lake, face the magnificent Southern Xinjiang scenery of snow mountains and lakes, and return to Kashgar the same day.
D7 Kashgar → Kashgar Old City → Gaotai Folk Houses → Kuqa
Take a slow tour of the old Kashgar city, visit the iconic, rustic Gaotai folk houses, immerse yourself in Southern Xinjiang’s cultural charm, then head to Kuqa.
D8 Kuqa → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Qiuci Alley
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. is a distinctive tourist special train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, jointly operated by the railway system and professional travel agencies, designed for travelers who pursue quality and value experience. 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.
D9 Kuqa → Luntai → Tarim Poplar Forest → Urumqi
Head to the October-limited scenery — the Luntai Tarim Poplar Forest, admire the finest golden autumn poplar scenery, encounter the most beautiful autumn colors of the desert, then return to Urumqi.
D10 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Urumqi
Visit the “Western Region Jade Pool” of Tianshan Tianchi, admire the alpine lake scenery surrounded by snow-capped mountains, enjoy the classic Northern Xinjiang scenery, and return to downtown Urumqi after sightseeing.
D11 Urumqi | Perfect Farewell
The entire journey concludes. Based on transportation times, guests are escorted to the departure point, successfully ending the golden autumn Southern Xinjiang tour.
> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted subject to weather, road conditions, scenic area opening, and other objective factors, upon mutual agreement between both parties.
V. 2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. Departure Dates and Pricing
According to official information, the 2027 Xuelian No. operates throughout the year from April to October, covering Xinjiang’s prime travel season, with tiered pricing as follows:
(I) Premium Golden Diamond, Xiyue Golden Diamond Annual Fares (Luxury Type)
1. Early Spring Preferred Period | April–May
Departure dates:April 16, May 7, May 20
Price:Premium Golden Diamond 65,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Golden Diamond 58,999 RMB/person
2. Midsummer Scenic Period | June–Mid-August
Departure dates:June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11
Price:Premium Golden Diamond 68,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Golden Diamond 62,999 RMB/person
3. Late Summer Golden Autumn Period | Late August–September
Departure dates:August 30, September 13, September 27
The train operates on a rhythm of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing — exploring scenic spots deeply during the day and sleeping soundly in private compartments at night, eliminating the hassle of frequently changing hotels, carrying luggage, and rushing to buses. There is no need for repeated transfers throughout the journey, truly achieving “the train follows the traveler,” giving time to the scenery rather than the road.Price:Premium Golden Diamond 72,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Golden Diamond 66,999 RMB/person
4. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2026 Schedule)
Meeting point:Urumqi
Meeting dates:October 15, October 25, 2026
Price:Premium Golden Diamond 46,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Golden Diamond 38,999 RMB/person
(II) Boyue Golden Diamond Annual Fares (Comfort Type)
1. Spring–Summer Regular Period | April–September
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 RMB/person | 2-person room third-person special 16,888 RMB/person | 4-person room 27,888 RMB/person
2. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2027 Schedule)
Meeting point:Urumqi
Meeting dates:October 3, October 13, October 26, 2027
Price:2-person room 19,888 RMB/person | 2-person room third-person special 11,888 RMB/person | 4-person room 16,888 RMB/person
> All prices are reference prices. Specific fees, available seats, and contract terms are subject to the formal agreement signed with the travel agency. Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and departure date.
VI. How to Book and Register for the New Oriental Express · Xuelian No.
Want to ride the Xuelian No.? Here’s your ticket-booking guide 👇
New Oriental Express-related travel products are not sold on the 12306 platform and must be booked through officially authorized channels.
For booking, please contact:Manager Mai, Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center
📞 Company landline:0991-3333832
This special train is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly groups, family trips, friends traveling together, or travelers who value the quality of their stay. The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with attractions balancing natural scenery and cultural exploration, covering both the lakes and mountains of Northern Xinjiang and the ancient cities and hidden gems of Southern Xinjiang — an ideal choice for experiencing the full panorama of Xinjiang.📱 Mobile and WeChat:132-0133-3409 (24-hour consultation and registration)
The booking process is as follows:
1. Contact for consultation: Learn about the itinerary, room types, prices, departure dates, and other details.
2. Choose a product: Determine your travel dates and compartment type based on your schedule and preferences.
3. Submit information: Provide the names and valid identification information (valid ID/passport, etc.) of all travelers.
4. Complete the booking: Pay the deposit, sign the unified electronic contract under national tourism supervision, and secure your spot.
June–September is the peak travel season each year, and seats for popular departure dates are in high demand. We recommend consulting early and paying the deposit to secure your preferred spot. Please use official channels only and beware of unauthorized platforms offering high-priced bookings or false information.
VII. Fees and Service Related Notes
The Xuelian No. itinerary operates on a “no self-paid items throughout” model, including:
Special train compartment accommodation (no berth changes throughout)
First admission tickets to designated scenic spots in the itinerary
Full meals and some specialty meals
Tour guide services and train crew support
Intercity special train transportation
Not included:Personal expenses, optional experiences, single occupancy supplement (for solo travelers, our agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation), round-trip transportation to Urumqi, etc.
All service content, fee standards, and rights coverage are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties, in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
VIII. Final Words: Let the Journey Slow Down
The beauty of Xinjiang is not in hurried check-ins but in pausing to gaze — watching Tianchi reflect snow-capped peaks, listening to poplar trees whisper in the autumn breeze, and feeling the passage of time in ancient city alleys.
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian No. is exactly such a journey that lets you “slow down.” It does not rush, does not crowd — it simply accompanies you quietly through mountains and rivers, turning the distant horizon into a part of life.
If you also yearn for such a journey, why not pick up the phone and call Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (0991-3333832 / 132-0133-3409) to learn more. The 2027 Silk Road scroll awaits your boarding 🌄
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 directly 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.
