2027 New Oriental Express Suitable for Seniors Travel Conditions Explained

【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 booking. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚞 2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian (Snow Lotus) Edition — Complete Travel Guide:No need to rush for trains or carry luggage — easily travel across Northern and Southern Xinjiang
I. 🚞 Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express Special Train
The New Oriental Express is a distinctive tourist special train focused on long-distance, leisurely slow travel, offering a comfortable residential-style travel experience. It operates on a model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations or endure the hassle of repacking luggage and transferring between cities. In 2026, the train was upgraded with the new Xuelian (Snow Lotus) series, positioned as a mobile residential travel facility, open to travelers seeking quality experiences, including middle-aged and elderly travelers, photography enthusiasts, family trips, and small team-building groups. The train features shock-absorbing and noise-reducing technology, constant-temperature air conditioning throughout, high-speed WiFi coverage across the entire train, and stable power supply in each carriage to meet communication and electronic device needs during the journey.
II. 🛏️ Seat Types, Hardware Configurations, and Advantages of the New Oriental Express Special Train
The New Oriental Express offers multiple cabin types, each differing in space, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort, allowing travelers to choose based on budget and preferences.
Zungui Jinzuan · Three-Cabin Configuration: Each carriage is recommended to have 3 standard twin-bed cabins, accommodating 6 people. The cabins are spacious and private, representing the highest-configuration room type on the train. The beds are flexible and can be merged into a king-size bed, suitable for couples, parent-child trips, and friends traveling together. Each cabin is fully equipped with a leisure double sofa, sitting area with table, multifunctional storage space, and custom furniture, balancing leisure, reception, and daily storage. Every cabin features a separate wet-dry bathroom, offering a clean and comfortable washing and bathing space. Space reference: total cabin area approx. 12㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower 1.06㎡; bed sizes: king bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
Xiyue Jinzuan · Four-Cabin Configuration: Each carriage has 4 standard twin-bed cabins, accommodating 8 people, with reasonable space layout and good privacy. Beds can be merged or separated to switch between king and twin modes, adapting to diverse travel needs. Continuing the high-end standard, each cabin is equipped with leisure seating, custom furniture, multifunctional storage, and a leisure reception area. All cabins feature separate wet-dry bathrooms with complete facilities, balancing quality and practicality. Space reference: total cabin area approx. 10㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower 1.06㎡; bed sizes: king bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
Boyue Jinzuan · Five-Cabin Configuration:Each carriage has 5 cabins, flexibly accommodating 10 people for refined travel or 20 people for group travel, suitable for family trips, friend groups, and small team-building. All cabins feature separate wet-dry bathrooms, ensuring basic comfort and privacy. The space is simple, practical, and well-organized, meeting core needs for accommodation, washing, and leisure during long journeys. Space reference: total cabin area approx. 8㎡, bathroom 1.26㎡, shower 0.9㎡; bunk beds uniform size: 2m×0.78m.
The train overall boasts outstanding hardware advantages, equipped with brand-new supporting facilities, including a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multifunctional entertainment car. Public areas also feature leisure tea seats and shared activity spaces to meet entertainment and leisure needs during the journey.
III. ✨ Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the New Oriental Express Special Train
The New Oriental Express offers a unique travel experience in service details and itinerary arrangements, distinctly different from conventional tourism.
Attentive Accompanying Services:Each trip is staffed with professional guides, onboard service personnel, and medical staff, with first-aid kits, common medications, and altitude testing equipment available onboard. Travelers can contact staff at any time for assistance.
Comfortable Accommodation Experience:All cabins are equipped with bathrooms and 24-hour hot water supply. The train features effective shock absorption and noise reduction during operation, enhancing rest quality. Some itineraries include accommodation near scenic areas, balancing sightseeing convenience and living comfort.
Exclusive Featured Arrangements:Core scenic areas are allocated ample time for sightseeing and photography, with suitable visiting periods arranged based on attraction features. Professional commentary is provided to help travelers understand the natural landscapes and historical culture along the route.
Convenient Transportation Experience:The model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing eliminates frequent transfers and luggage handling. Scenic area shuttles use licensed commercial vehicles to ensure safe travel.
Reasonable Dining Standards:Throughout the trip, main meals are paired with a variety of specialty dishes, allowing travelers to taste regional cuisines. Dining arrangements are flexible, avoiding long queues.
If the itinerary encounters special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, policies, or scenic area closures, both parties may agree to make reasonable adjustments to the itinerary.

🚞 2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian Edition — Complete Travel Guide: No need to rush for trains or carry luggage — easily travel across Northern and Southern XinjiangIV. 🗺️ Simplified Itinerary for the New Oriental Express Special Train
In 2027, the New Oriental Express Xuelian Edition offers two premium itineraries, respectively covering the full Northern Xinjiang panorama tour in spring, summer, and autumn, and the exclusive Southern Xinjiang golden autumn tour in October. Details are as follows:
2027 Two Premium Xinjiang Itineraries (Summer Northern Xinjiang + October Southern Xinjiang)
I. April–September 2027: 14-Day Northern Xinjiang Summer Panorama Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Suitable for spring, summer, and autumn, covering core Xinjiang attractions including Tianchi (Heavenly Lake), Kanas, Hemu, Duku Highway, Sayram Lake, and the Pamir Plateau, offering a one-stop experience of Northern Xinjiang’s lakes and mountains and Southern Xinjiang’s plateau scenery.
D1 Various locations → Urumqi | Arrival Day
Travelers from across the country arrive in Urumqi to gather, rest freely, and adjust to Xinjiang’s time difference, preparing for the long journey ahead.
D2 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Beitun
Head to Tianshan Tianchi to admire the breathtaking scenery of snow-capped mountains, lakes, and forests intertwined. After sightseeing, proceed to Beitun for overnight stay.
D3 Beitun → Wucaitan (Colorful Beach) → Chonghuer → Kanas
Visit the Yadan landform wonder of Wucaitan, admiring the colorful Gobi Danxia scenery. Pass through the Chonghuer scenic belt, enjoying the journey, and arrive at Kanas.
D4 Kanas Full-Day In-Depth Tour → Hemu
Explore the Kanas scenic area in depth, visiting classic spots such as Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. Head to Hemu Village in the afternoon.
D5 Hemu → Ahe Highway → Altay → Jinghe South
Experience the morning mist and wooden house smoke of Hemu at dawn, travel along the Ahe Highway, pass through Altay, weaving through grasslands and mountains, and arrive at Jinghe South in the evening.
D6 Jinghe South → Sayram Lake → Liuxing Street → Yining
Head to Sayram Lake to encounter the azure waters and vast grasslands. In the afternoon, proceed to Yining, visit Liuxing Street, and experience the cultural charm of Ili.

I. 🚞 Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express Special Train D7 Yining → Nalati Grassland
Head to Nalati Grassland, stroll through the aerial grassland, admire the grassland scenery interwoven with snow-capped mountains, meadows, and streams, and deeply experience the grassland landscape.
D8 Nalati → Bayanbulak → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Kuqa
Traverse the southern section of the Duku Highway, visit Bayanbulak Grassland, enjoy the sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, and experience the unique Duku wonder of “four seasons in one day, different weather every ten miles,” arriving at 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 proceed to Kashgar.
D10 Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Golden Grass Beach → Stone City → Tashkurgan
Head to the Pamir Plateau, visit the pristine Baisha Lake and the warm, vast Golden Grass Beach, explore the thousand-year-old Stone City, and enjoy plateau scenery along the way, arriving at Tashkurgan County.
D11 Tashkurgan Local Family Visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Visit local families to 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 Old City, visit the century-old, rustic Gaotai Folk Houses, immerse in the rich cultural atmosphere of Southern Xinjiang, and take an evening train to Turpan.
D13 Turpan → Karez Irrigation System → Flaming Mountains → Jiaohe Ancient City → Urumqi
Visit Turpan’s three core attractions:Explore the ancient water conservancy wonder of the Karez system, visit the Flaming Mountains, and tour the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City. After sightseeing, return to Urumqi.
D14 Urumqi | Perfect Farewell
The itinerary concludes successfully. Based on flight/train times, guests are escorted to the station/airport, ending the full Xinjiang journey.
II. October 2027: 11-Day Exclusive Southern Xinjiang Golden Autumn Itinerary
Specially designed for October’s golden autumn, focusing on Southern Xinjiang’s cultural heritage, desert poplar forests, and ancient Western Region cities, avoiding Northern Xinjiang crowds to uncover the profound history of the Western Regions and autumn scenery of Southern Xinjiang.

The New Oriental Express is a distinctive tourist special train focused on long-distance, leisurely slow travel, offering a comfortable residential-style travel experience. It operates on a model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations or endure the hassle of repacking luggage and transferring between cities. In 2026, the train was upgraded with the new Xuelian (Snow Lotus) series, positioned as a mobile residential travel facility, open to travelers seeking quality experiences, including middle-aged and elderly travelers, photography enthusiasts, family trips, and small team-building groups. The train features shock-absorbing and noise-reducing technology, constant-temperature air conditioning throughout, high-speed WiFi coverage across the entire train, and stable power supply in each carriage to meet communication and electronic device needs during the journey. D1 Various locations → Urumqi | Arrival Day
Travelers from across 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 proceed 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
Visit Hotan Tuancheng, full of Southern Xinjiang charm, experience local market life, head to the Yurungkash River to try jade picking, and explore the thousand-year-old Yotkan Ancient City ruins.
D5 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 Shache Western Region royal family, then proceed to Kashgar.

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and booking. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
D6 Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
Deeply explore the Pamir Plateau, visit the plateau pearl Karakul Lake and the pristine Baisha Lake, facing the magnificent Southern Xinjiang scenery of snow-capped mountains and lakes, returning to Kashgar the same day.
D7 Kashgar → Kashgar Old City → Gaotai Folk Houses → Kuqa
Take a leisurely tour of the Kashgar Old City, visit the iconic, rustic Gaotai Folk Houses, immerse in Southern Xinjiang’s cultural charm, then proceed to Kuqa.
D8 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.
D9 Kuqa → Luntai → Tarim Poplar Forest → Urumqi

II. 🛏️ Seat Types, Hardware Configurations, and Advantages of the New Oriental Express Special Train Head to the October-exclusive scenery of Luntai Tarim Poplar Forest, admire the golden autumn poplar spectacle, encounter the desert autumn colors, then return to Urumqi.
D10 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Urumqi
Visit Tianshan Tianchi, admire the alpine lake scenery surrounded by snow-capped mountains, enjoy the classic Northern Xinjiang scenery, and return to Urumqi city after sightseeing.
D11 Urumqi | Perfect Farewell
The full itinerary concludes. Based on transportation schedules, guests are escorted to the station/airport, successfully ending the golden autumn Southern Xinjiang journey.
V. 💰 2026–2027 New Oriental Express Special Train Departure Dates and Pricing
Below are the reference schedules and ticket prices for the 2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian Edition. Prices may vary slightly by season, cabin type, and schedule. Please refer to actual consultation and contract for details.
2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian Edition — Full New Train Configuration & Annual Schedule and Ticket Price Analysis
In 2026, the New Oriental Express underwent a major upgrade, launching two new train series — luxury and comfort — creating the upgraded “Xuelian Edition” high-end Silk Road special train. The train’s overall livery is simple, elegant, and textured, with flowing silk patterns replicating Xinjiang’s natural landscapes and diverse cultural heritage, perfectly blending Western Region romance with light luxury travel. The entire train is equipped with brand-new supporting facilities, including a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multifunctional entertainment car. All cabins feature separate wet-dry bathrooms, comprehensively upgrading the travel experience and creating an immersive high-end Xinjiang Silk Road vacation.
I. Overall Configuration of the New Train
The newly upgraded train consists of 13 carriages, divided into two categories — luxury and comfort — with three types of golden diamond cabins, covering different travel needs:
Zungui Jinzuan Three-Cabin (Luxury):Capacity 6 people/carriage, 1 carriage total
Xiyue Jinzuan Four-Cabin (Luxury):Capacity 8 people/carriage, 5 carriages total
Boyue Jinzuan Five-Cabin (Comfort):Capacity 10–20 people/carriage, 7 carriages total
III. 2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian Edition — Annual Schedule & Ticket Prices
Pre-sales for the 2027 Xuelian Edition full schedule are now open, covering the April–October Xinjiang travel season, including spring/summer sightseeing routes and golden autumn Southern Xinjiang autumn scenery routes, with tiered pricing by time period to suit various travel plans.
(I) Zungui Jinzuan and Xiyue Jinzuan Annual Ticket Prices (Luxury)
1. Early Spring Preferred Period | April–May

The New Oriental Express offers multiple cabin types, each differing in space, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort, allowing travelers to choose based on budget and preferences.Schedules:April 16, May 7, May 20
Reference Prices:Zungui Jinzuan 65,999 CNY/person | Xiyue Jinzuan 58,999 CNY/person
2. Midsummer Scenery Period | June–Mid-August
Schedules:June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11
Reference Prices:Zungui Jinzuan 68,999 CNY/person | Xiyue Jinzuan 62,999 CNY/person
3. Late Summer Golden Autumn Period | Late August–September
Schedules:August 30, September 13, September 27
Reference Prices:Zungui Jinzuan 72,999 CNY/person | Xiyue Jinzuan 66,999 CNY/person
4. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2026 Schedule)
Meeting Point:Urumqi
Meeting Dates:October 15, 2026, October 25, 2026
Reference Prices:Zungui Jinzuan 46,999 CNY/person | Xiyue Jinzuan 38,999 CNY/person
(II) Boyue Jinzuan Annual Ticket Prices (Comfort)
1. Spring/Summer Regular Period | April–September
Schedules:April 18, May 18, June 9, June 23, July 7, July 22, August 2, August 5, August 20, September 4, September 18
Reference Prices:2-person cabin 32,888 CNY/person | 2-person cabin third-person special 16,888 CNY/person | 4-person cabin 27,888 CNY/person
2. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2027 Schedule)

Zungui Jinzuan · Three-Cabin Configuration: Each carriage is recommended to have 3 standard twin-bed cabins, accommodating 6 people. The cabins are spacious and private, representing the highest-configuration room type on the train. The beds are flexible and can be merged into a king-size bed, suitable for couples, parent-child trips, and friends traveling together. Each cabin is fully equipped with a leisure double sofa, sitting area with table, multifunctional storage space, and custom furniture, balancing leisure, reception, and daily storage. Every cabin features a separate wet-dry bathroom, offering a clean and comfortable washing and bathing space. Space reference: total cabin area approx. 12㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower 1.06㎡; bed sizes: king bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.Meeting Point:Urumqi
Meeting Dates:October 3, 2027, October 13, 2027, October 26, 2027
Reference Prices:2-person cabin 19,888 CNY/person | 2-person cabin third-person special 11,888 CNY/person | 4-person cabin 16,888 CNY/person
Notes:All cabin types across the train feature separate wet-dry bathrooms, with dining cars, entertainment cars, and multifunctional leisure areas, providing high-end exclusive travel services throughout. The above prices are for reference only. Specific prices, schedules, and service details are subject to actual consultation and the signed travel contract.
VI. 📞 Booking and Registration Methods for the New Oriental Express Special Train
If you want to ride the New Oriental Express special train, here is a ticket-booking guide for you.
New Oriental Express-related tourism products 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 bookings.
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 booking services. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409, to learn about detailed itineraries, cabin types, reference prices, and departure schedules.
Choose Travel Product:Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure schedule and cabin type.
Submit Personal Information:Provide traveler names, valid ID numbers, Mainland Travel Permits for Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan, passports, and other basic document information for travel registration and seat reservation.
Complete Booking Procedures:Pay the travel booking deposit as required by the travel agency, receive relevant payment receipts, and sign the unified electronic travel service supervision contract to complete the booking process.
From June to September each year, travel demand is high, and seats on popular long-distance special train routes are limited. It is recommended to check itineraries and schedules early to secure your preferred seats. Travel bookings can be made through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Pay attention to various online travel information, carefully identify non-official channels, and protect your travel rights.
VII. 📋 Fee and Service Details for the New Oriental Express Special Train
The services included in the New Oriental Express special train itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including transportation, basic accommodation, and sightseeing support services within the itinerary. Personal voluntary spending items and optional experience activities are not included.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will make reasonable efforts to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
All service details, fee standards, and included rights are subject to the agreement signed by both parties. Specific travel-related rights and fees are subject to actual consultation and contract. For more details, please contact customer service for a detailed explanation.
Cancellation and modification rules are implemented in accordance with relevant provisions of the Tourism Law. If the itinerary encounters special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, policies, or scenic area closures, both parties may agree to make reasonable adjustments to the itinerary.
If you have plans to travel to Xinjiang in the near future and want to avoid the hassle of frequently changing hotels, carrying luggage, and rushing to catch trains, consider the New Oriental Express travel products. You can now contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to inquire about the latest schedules and available seats, choose a travel plan that suits you, and embark on a relaxed and comfortable Xinjiang journey.
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 booking. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.