2027 New Oriental Express Tourist Train Booking Guide and Full Year Schedule
【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 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)】— A New Silk Road Slow Travel Experience, Set Off Comfortably to Explore Xinjiang
I. Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express · Xuelian Special Train
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian is a distinctive tourist special train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, designed for travelers seeking quality and relaxation. The train adopts the classic model of “traveling by night, sightseeing by day,” eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations throughout the journey, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities, making the trip a true enjoyment.
As the third-generation high-end cultural tourism special train fully upgraded in 2026, the Xuelian is built on railway system resources, integrating accommodation, sightseeing, and cultural experiences. The entire train operates within Xinjiang’s core tourism belt, covering diverse landforms such as the Tianshan Mountains, the Pamir Plateau, and the Tarim Basin. It is suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers seeking wellness and slow travel, as well as families, photography enthusiasts, and deep cultural travelers. The itinerary has a relaxed pace with reasonable daily travel arrangements, reserving ample time for rest and sightseeing, truly delivering a “mobile light-luxury hotel” experience.
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the New Oriental Express · Xuelian Special Train
The Xuelian consists of 13 passenger carriages in total, divided into two series: Luxury and Comfort, offering three types of Golden Diamond cabins to meet different budgets and travel needs:
Premium Golden Diamond · Three-Cabin (Luxury)
1 recommended carriage, each with 3 twin-bed cabins, accommodating 6 people. Each cabin is approximately 12㎡, equipped with a separate wet-dry bathroom, double sofa, lounge table and chairs, and multi-functional storage area. The beds can be flexibly combined into a 2m × 1.7m large bed, offering excellent privacy and comfort, ideal for travelers seeking an exclusive experience.
Xiyue Golden Diamond · Four-Cabin (Luxury)
5 carriages in total, each with 4 cabins, accommodating 8 people. Each cabin is approximately 10㎡, also equipped with a bathroom and leisure area as standard. The bed size is the same as the Premium Golden Diamond, balancing quality and value, suitable for small groups or families.
Boyue Golden Diamond · Five-Cabin (Comfort)
7 carriages in total, each with 5 cabins, accommodating 10–20 people, making it the budget-friendly choice. Each cabin is approximately 8㎡, equipped with a bathroom, with bunk beds measuring 2m × 0.78m, practical and comfortable, suitable for friends traveling together or small teams.
The entire train is uniformly equipped with a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen, and multi-functional entertainment carriage, and uses folding bellows windshields and tight-lock couplers to effectively reduce running noise, improve stability and sealing, with significant sand-proof and noise-reduction effects. Overall comfort approaches high-star hotel standards.
III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the New Oriental Express · Xuelian Special Train
The Xuelian focuses on the full-journey experience in service details:
✅ Thoughtful Accompanying Service:Professional tour guides and onboard medical staff are provided throughout the journey, offering itinerary explanations and basic health support;
✅ Comfortable Accommodation Experience:Cabins are assigned for the entire journey with no need to switch berths, luggage stays on the train, reducing the burden of carrying luggage;
🚂【2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian】— A New Silk Road Slow Travel Experience, Set Off Comfortably to Explore Xinjiang✅ Exclusive Featured Arrangements:The itinerary includes specialty dining, folk culture interactions (such as home visits with various ethnic groups), sunrise and sunset viewing periods, etc.;
✅ Convenient Transportation Experience:The special train stops at stations near scenic areas, with land transfers completed by dedicated buses for smooth connections;
✅ Reasonable Dining Standards:The dining car offers a variety of Chinese dishes, balancing nutrition and taste, with some meals incorporating local flavors.
The entire journey emphasizes “immersive slow travel,” avoiding high-intensity rushing. After each day’s sightseeing, there is ample time to return to the train to rest, particularly suited to the physical and mental adjustment needs of long-distance travel.
IV. Simplified Itinerary of the New Oriental Express · Xuelian Special Train
The following itinerary is organized strictly based on the official finalized content, with recommended punctuation and paragraph optimization:
Two Premium Xinjiang Itineraries for 2027 (Summer Northern Xinjiang + October Southern Xinjiang)
I. 2027 April–September Northern Xinjiang Summer Panorama 14-Day Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Suitable for spring, summer, and autumn, covering core Xinjiang attractions such as Tianchi (Heavenly Lake), 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 go.
D1 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.
D2 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Beitun
Visit the “Jade Pool on Earth” Tianshan Tianchi, immersively enjoy the mysterious scenery of snow-capped mountains, lakes, and forests intertwined, then head to Beitun for the night.
D3 Beitun → Colorful Beach (Wucaitan) → Chonghur → Kanas
Check out the Yadan landform wonder Colorful Beach, admire the colorful Gobi Danxia scenery, pass through the Chonghur scenic belt, and travel onward to Kanas, the backyard garden of Xinjiang.
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, then head to Hemu Village, known as “China’s most beautiful village.”
I. Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express · Xuelian Special Train D5 Hemu → Ahe Highway → Altay → Jinghenan
Encounter Hemu’s morning mist and wooden house smoke at dawn, travel along the scenic Ahe Highway, pass through Altay, weaving through grasslands and mountains, and arrive at Jinghenan in the evening.
D6 Jinghenan → Sayram Lake → Six-Star Street → Yining
Head to Sayram Lake, the “last tear of the Atlantic,” immersively encounter the azure lake and vast grasslands, then head to Yining in the afternoon to check out the trendy Six-Star Street and experience Yili’s cultural charm.
D7 Yining → Nalati Grassland
Visit Nalati, one of the world’s four major alpine valley grasslands, stroll through the aerial grassland, admire the grassland scenery of snow-capped mountains, meadows, and streams intertwined, and deeply experience the grassland landscape.
D8 Nalati → Bayanbulak → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Kuqa
Traverse the stunning southern section of the Duku Highway, check out Bayanbulak Grassland, enjoy the breathtaking sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, experience the Duku wonder of “four seasons in one day, different skies every ten miles,” 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, then head to Kashgar, the core city of Southern Xinjiang.
D10 Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Golden Grassland → Stone City → Tashkurgan
Head to the Pamir Plateau, check out the pure and relaxing Baisha Lake, the warm and vast Golden Grassland, visit the thousand-year-old Stone City, with plateau scenery along the way, and arrive in Tashkurgan County.
D11 Tashkurgan Ethnic Home Visits → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Visit the homes of various ethnic groups, 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 Folk Houses → Turpan
Stroll through the ancient city of Kashgar, visit the century-old, rustic Gaotai Folk Houses, immersively experience the rich Silk Road charm of Southern Xinjiang, and take the train to Turpan in the evening.
D13 Turpan → Karez Irrigation System → Flaming Mountains → Jiaohe Ancient City → Urumqi
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian is a distinctive tourist special train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, designed for travelers seeking quality and relaxation. The train adopts the classic model of “traveling by night, sightseeing by day,” eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations throughout the journey, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities, making the trip a true enjoyment.Check out Turpan’s three core attractions:Explore the ancient water conservancy wonder Karez Irrigation System, visit the trendy Flaming Mountains, and tour the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City, then return to Urumqi after the tour.
D14 Urumqi | Perfect Farewell
The journey concludes successfully. Based on flight/train times, all guests are escorted to the station/airport, ending the full Xinjiang journey.
II. October 2027 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, 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 and adjust, 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 Karez Irrigation System and the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City, experience the unique landforms and cultural history of the “Land of Fire,” then head to Ruoqiang.
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.
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 the local street life, head to the Yurungkash River to try jade picking, and explore the thousand-year-old Yotkan Ancient City ruins.
D5 Hotan → Shache → Yarkant Khan Palace → Amannisahan Mausoleum → Kashgar
Head to Shache, visit the Yarkant Khan Palace and Amannisahan Mausoleum, appreciate the thousand-year history of the Western Region royal family of Shache, then continue to Kashgar.
D6 Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
Deeply tour the Pamir Plateau, check out 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.
As the third-generation high-end cultural tourism special train fully upgraded in 2026, the Xuelian is built on railway system resources, integrating accommodation, sightseeing, and cultural experiences. The entire train operates within Xinjiang’s core tourism belt, covering diverse landforms such as the Tianshan Mountains, the Pamir Plateau, and the Tarim Basin. It is suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers seeking wellness and slow travel, as well as families, photography enthusiasts, and deep cultural travelers. The itinerary has a relaxed pace with reasonable daily travel arrangements, reserving ample time for rest and sightseeing, truly delivering a “mobile light-luxury hotel” experience. D7 Kashgar → Kashgar Old City → Gaotai Folk Houses → Kuqa
Slowly tour the old city of Kashgar, check out the iconic, rustic Gaotai Folk Houses, immersively experience Southern Xinjiang’s cultural charm, then head 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
Head to the October-limited beauty — Luntai Tarim Poplar Forest, admire the finest golden autumn poplar scenery, encounter the most beautiful desert autumn colors, then return to Urumqi.
D10 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 the tour.
D11 Urumqi | Perfect Farewell
The full journey concludes. Based on transportation times, guests are escorted to the station/airport, perfectly ending the golden autumn Southern Xinjiang journey.
V. 2026 New Oriental Express · Xuelian Special Train Departure Dates and Price Description
The following information is presented strictly based on official finalized content:
2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian Full-Year Schedule & Fares
(I) Premium Golden Diamond, Xiyue Golden Diamond Full-Year Fares (Luxury)
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
II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the New Oriental Express · Xuelian Special Train2. 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
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 Time:October 15, 2026, October 25, 2026
Price:Premium Golden Diamond 46,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Golden Diamond 38,999 RMB/person
(II) Boyue Golden Diamond Full-Year Fares (Comfort)
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 cabin 32,888 RMB/person | 2-person cabin third-person special 16,888 RMB/person | 4-person cabin 27,888 RMB/person
2. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2027 Schedule)
Meeting Point:Urumqi
Meeting Time:October 3, 2027, October 13, 2027, October 26, 2027
The Xuelian consists of 13 passenger carriages in total, divided into two series: Luxury and Comfort, offering three types of Golden Diamond cabins to meet different budgets and travel needs:Price:2-person cabin 19,888 RMB/person | 2-person cabin third-person special 11,888 RMB/person | 4-person cabin 16,888 RMB/person
> Note:The above prices are reference quotes. Actual costs may vary slightly due to departure dates, cabin types, or policy changes. The specific terms shall be subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
VI. How to Book and Register for the New Oriental Express · Xuelian Special Train
If you want to ride the New Oriental Express · Xuelian, here is a ticket-booking guide for you.
This special train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including special train seats, hotel accommodation, attraction tickets, specialty dining, land transportation, tour guide services, and insurance, etc.), and tickets are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. Reservations must be made through the officially authorized travel agency.
The booking process is as follows:
📞 Contact and Consultation: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. You can learn about the special train’s detailed itinerary, seat cabin types, reference prices, and departure schedules.
✅ Choose Your Travel Product:Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure schedule and special train seat cabin type.
📄 Submit Personal Information:Provide the travelers’ names, valid ID numbers, or basic document information such as Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan travel permits, or passports, for travel registration and seat reservation.
💳 Complete the Booking Procedures:Pay the booking deposit as required by the travel agency, receive a payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic tourism service supervision contract to complete the booking process.
June to September each year is the peak tourism season in Xinjiang, and seats for popular departures are in high demand. It is recommended to check schedules as early as possible and pay a deposit to secure your preferred seats. Please book through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, and beware of unofficial channels to protect your travel rights.
VII. Cost and Service Description for the New Oriental Express · Xuelian Special Train
The services included in the special train itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including transportation within the itinerary, basic accommodation, first admission tickets to attractions, specialty dining, land transfers, tour guide services, and travel insurance. Self-funded items voluntarily chosen by individuals and additional experience activities (such as special performances, in-depth photography tours, etc.) are not included.
All service details, fee standards, and rights content are subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. If you need to know specific inclusions or personalized needs, you can consult customer service for detailed explanations. If force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area closures occur during the trip, both parties may negotiate reasonable itinerary changes.
VIII. Invitation to a Silk Road Slow Journey
The New Oriental Express · Xuelian is not just a train — it is a flowing light-luxury vacation. It measures the vastness of Xinjiang with steady wheels, carries the peace of mind of the journey with comfortable cabins, and connects the natural and cultural essence of the Tianshan Mountains with a carefully crafted itinerary.
Whether you yearn for the lake and mountain scenery of Northern Xinjiang or are captivated by the autumn poplar forests of Southern Xinjiang, the Xuelian has seats ready, awaiting departure.
📩 Contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center now (0991-3333832 / 132-0133-3409) to get the latest departure availability and electronic itinerary brochure, and begin your 2027 Xinjiang slow travel time.
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.
