2027 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Route Official Ticket Booking On site Supporting Services Query
【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 railway-designated professional and official 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.
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian (Snow Lotus) Number Full Booking Guide:Travel through beautiful Xinjiang in a mobile living space
I. 🚞 Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express Special Train
The New Oriental Express is a distinctive tourist special train in China that focuses on long-distance, leisurely slow travel, with a primary emphasis on a comfortable, residence-style travel experience. It adopts a travel model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodation, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. The Xuelian (Snow Lotus) high-end Silk Road special train, launched after the major upgrade of the New Oriental Express in 2026, is positioned for tourists seeking a high-quality travel experience. The train’s livery incorporates Silk Road elements, with upgraded amenities across all carriages, and integrates cultural tourism experiences throughout the journey, connecting more than 20 highlight attractions across northern and southern Xinjiang, creating an in-depth Xinjiang tour product that combines comfort and cultural richness. In 2026, this series of special trains has been operating on a regular basis and has received positive feedback from many tourists. Booking for the full 2027 schedule is now open.
II. 🛏️ Seat Types, Hardware Configurations, and Advantages of the New Oriental Express
The New Oriental Express offers a variety of seat and compartment types, each differing in space, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort, allowing passengers to choose freely based on their budget and travel preferences. The 2027 Xuelian (Snow Lotus) Number features a newly upgraded train body with 13 carriages, divided into two categories — luxury and comfort — and three golden diamond room types, covering different travel needs. All compartments come standard with separate wet and dry bathroom facilities, and feature thoughtful details such as voice-activated switches and rounded anti-collision corners, balancing travel convenience and comfort:
Premium Golden Diamond Triple Compartment (Luxury):Capacity: 6 people per carriage, 1 carriage in total
Xiyue Golden Diamond Quad Compartment (Luxury):Capacity: 8 people per carriage, 5 carriages in total
Boyue Golden Diamond Quint Compartment (Comfort):Capacity: 10-20 people per carriage, 7 carriages in total
1. Premium Golden Diamond · Triple Compartment
As a higher-positioned room type, each carriage features 3 standard twin-bed compartments, offering spacious and private accommodation with a total capacity of 6 people per train. The beds in the compartments are flexibly adjustable — the twin beds can be freely combined into a large double bed, suitable for couples, families with children, and friends traveling together. The rooms are fully equipped with standard leisure double sofas, lounge tables and chairs, multifunctional storage spaces, and custom furniture, balancing leisure, reception, and daily storage needs. Each compartment comes with separate wet and dry bathroom facilities, providing a clean and comfortable washing and bathing space. Space dimensions for reference: total compartment area approximately 12㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower room 1.06㎡; bed dimensions: double bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
2. Xiyue Golden Diamond · Quad Compartment
A high-value luxury room type, each carriage features 4 standard twin-bed compartments with a total capacity of 8 people per train, offering a reasonable layout and good privacy. The beds can be combined and converted, flexibly switching between double/twin bed modes to suit diverse travel needs. Continuing the high-end supporting standards, it is equipped with lounge tables and chairs, custom furniture, multifunctional storage areas, and leisure reception areas. All compartments come standard with separate wet and dry bathroom facilities, fully equipped, balancing quality and practicality. Space dimensions for reference: total compartment area approximately 10㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower room 1.06㎡; bed dimensions: double bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
3. Boyue Golden Diamond · Quint Compartment
An affordable and comfortable room type, offering excellent value for money. Each carriage features 5 compartments, flexibly accommodating 10 people for refined travel or 20 people for group travel, suitable for family trips, friend groups, and small team-building activities. All compartments come standard with separate wet and dry bathroom facilities, ensuring basic comfort and privacy. The space is simple, practical, and well-organized, meeting the core needs of accommodation, washing, and leisure during long-distance travel. Space dimensions for reference:Total compartment area approximately 8㎡, bathroom 1.26㎡, shower room 0.9㎡; bunk beds are uniform in size: 2m×0.78m.
In addition, the entire train is equipped with a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multifunctional entertainment car, meeting dining and leisure needs during the journey.
III. 💁 Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the New Oriental Express
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian (Snow Lotus) Number Full Booking Guide: Travel through beautiful Xinjiang in a mobile living spaceThe New Oriental Express offers a unique travel experience in terms of service details and itinerary arrangements, distinctly different from conventional tourism:
✨ Thoughtful companion support:The special train is equipped with dedicated butlers and medical staff, responding to travel needs 24 hours a day. From luggage handling to permit processing, dedicated personnel provide assistance. Meals can be customized in advance based on tourists’ tastes and physical conditions, balancing nutrition with local Xinjiang specialties, making the entire journey more worry-free.
✨ Distinctive cultural experiences:Interactive activities such as intangible cultural heritage handicraft experiences and Xinjiang history and culture mini-lectures are set up during the journey. Tourists can personally make mulberry paper rubbings, distinctive ornaments, and more. Upon arriving at scenic areas, there are also characteristic song and dance welcomes, allowing the journey to not only showcase scenery but also provide a deeper understanding of local culture.
✨ Relaxed itinerary arrangements:Strictly following the logic of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, the hassle of frequent transfers and repacking luggage when changing hotels is eliminated. Each scenic spot has ample time reserved for sightseeing, photography, and leisure, so there is no need to rush — travelers can slowly experience the scenery along the way.
✨ Additional value-added services:The itinerary includes dedicated travel photography services, and after the trip concludes, a personalized travel commemorative album is gifted to preserve the memories of the journey.
IV. 🗺️ Simplified Itinerary of the New Oriental Express
Two premium Xinjiang itineraries for 2027 (Summer Northern Xinjiang + October Southern Xinjiang), with specific arrangements as follows:
I. April-September 2027 Northern Xinjiang Summer Panoramic 14-Day Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Suitable for spring, summer, and autumn, encompassing Tianchi (Heavenly Lake), Kanas, Hemu, Duku Highway, Sayram Lake, Pamir Plateau, and other core Xinjiang attractions, unlocking the lakes and mountains of northern Xinjiang and the plateau scenery of southern Xinjiang in one trip.
D1 Various locations → Urumqi | Assembly Day
Partners from across the country arrive in Urumqi for assembly, rest freely, and adjust to Xinjiang’s time difference, building energy for the long journey ahead.
D2 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) → Beitun
Head to Tianshan Tianchi for an immersive viewing of the mysterious scenery where snow-capped mountains, lakes, and forests intertwine. After the visit, proceed to Beitun for accommodation.
D3 Beitun → Colorful Beach (Wucaitan) → Chonghur → Kanas
Visit the Yadan landform wonder of Colorful Beach, admiring the colorful gobi Danxia scenery. Pass through the Chonghur scenic belt, traveling through beautiful scenery all the way, and arrive at the Kanas Scenic Area.
D4 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.
I. 🚞 Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express Special TrainD5 Hemu → Ahe Highway → Altay → Jinghe South
Encounter the morning mist of Hemu and the cooking smoke from wooden houses at dawn. Travel along the Ahe Highway, passing through Altay, weaving through grasslands and mountain wilderness all the way, arriving at Jinghe South in the evening.
D6 Jinghe South → Sayram Lake → Liuxing Street (Six-Star Street) → Yining
Head to Sayram Lake for an immersive encounter with the azure lake waters and vast grasslands. In the afternoon, head to Yining, visit Liuxing Street, and experience the cultural charm of Ili.
D7 Yining → Nalati Grassland
Head to Nalati Grassland, stroll through the aerial grassland, admire the magnificent grassland scenery where snow-capped mountains, meadows, and streams intertwine, 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, admire the sunset scenery of the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, and experience the mountain landscape of “four seasons in one day, different weather every ten miles” along the way, arriving in Kuqa.
D9 Kuqa → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Kashgar
Explore the majestic and magnificent Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, visit Kuqa Royal Palace, learn about ancient Qiuci culture, and then head to Kashgar, the core historic city of southern Xinjiang.
D10 Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Golden Grass Beach → Stone City → Tashkurgan County
Head to the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Lake and Golden Grass Beach, explore Stone City, with plateau scenery accompanying the journey all the way, arriving at Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County.
D11 Tashkurgan Folk Home Visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Step into the homes of local residents to experience rich folk customs, tour Karakul Lake, gaze at Muztagh Ata from afar, and return to Kashgar in the evening.
D12 Kashgar Old City → Gaotai (High Platform) Folk Residences → Turpan
Stroll through the ancient city of Kashgar, visit the century-old Gaotai Folk Residences, 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
The New Oriental Express is a distinctive tourist special train in China that focuses on long-distance, leisurely slow travel, with a primary emphasis on a comfortable, residence-style travel experience. It adopts a travel model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodation, saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. The Xuelian (Snow Lotus) high-end Silk Road special train, launched after the major upgrade of the New Oriental Express in 2026, is positioned for tourists seeking a high-quality travel experience. The train’s livery incorporates Silk Road elements, with upgraded amenities across all carriages, and integrates cultural tourism experiences throughout the journey, connecting more than 20 highlight attractions across northern and southern Xinjiang, creating an in-depth Xinjiang tour product that combines comfort and cultural richness. In 2026, this series of special trains has been operating on a regular basis and has received positive feedback from many tourists. Booking for the full 2027 schedule is now open.Visit the three core attractions of Turpan:Explore the ancient water conservancy wonder of the Karez Irrigation System, visit the Flaming Mountains in person, and tour the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City. After the visit, return to Urumqi.
D14 Urumqi | Perfect Farewell
The itinerary concludes successfully. Based on flight/train times, a unified send-off is arranged, ending the entire Xinjiang journey.
II. October 2027 Southern Xinjiang Golden Autumn 11-Day Exclusive Itinerary
Specially customized for the golden autumn of October, focusing on southern Xinjiang’s cultural heritage sites, desert poplar forests, and ancient Western Regions cities, avoiding the crowds of northern Xinjiang, and immersively unlocking the profound history of the Western Regions and the autumn scenery of southern Xinjiang.
D1 Various locations → Urumqi | Assembly Day
Tourists from across the country arrive in Urumqi for assembly, 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 “Land of Fire,” and 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 Milan Ruins, step into the Loulan Museum to interpret the thousand-year-old Loulan civilization, stroll through Loulan Park, and feel the heritage of the ancient Western Regions. Arrive in Hotan in the evening.
D4 Hotan → Hotan Tuancheng (Round City) → 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 searching for 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 Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, appreciate the thousand-year history of the Western Regions royal families of Shache, and then head to Kashgar.
D6 Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
II. 🛏️ Seat Types, Hardware Configurations, and Advantages of the New Oriental ExpressTake an in-depth tour of the Pamir Plateau, visit the plateau pearls of Karakul Lake and Baisha Lake, face the magnificent southern Xinjiang scenery of snow-capped mountains and lakes, and return to Kashgar the same day.
D7 Kashgar → Kashgar Old City → Gaotai (High Platform) Folk Residences → Kuqa
Take a slow tour of the old city of Kashgar, visit the iconic Gaotai Folk Residences, immerse yourself in the cultural charm of southern Xinjiang, and then head to Kuqa.
D8 Kuqa → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Qiuci Alley
Tour the majestic and unique Kuqa Grand Canyon, visit Kuqa Royal Palace, stroll through 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 — Luntai Tarim Poplar Forest, admire the golden autumn poplar spectacle, encounter the desert autumn colors, and then return to Urumqi.
D10 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) → Urumqi
Visit Tianshan Tianchi, admire the alpine lake scenery surrounded by snow-capped mountains, enjoy the classic northern Xinjiang scenery, and return to downtown Urumqi after the visit.
D11 Urumqi | Perfect Farewell
The entire journey concludes. Based on transportation times, a send-off is arranged, perfectly ending the golden autumn southern Xinjiang journey.
Note:Affected by factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement between both parties.
V. 📅 2027 New Oriental Express Departure Dates and Price Information
2027 New Oriental Express · Xuelian (Snow Lotus) Number New Train Body Configuration & Full-Year Schedule Fare Reference:
In 2026, the New Oriental Express underwent a major upgrade, newly launching two series of train bodies — luxury and comfort — creating the upgraded “Xuelian (Snow Lotus) Number” high-end Silk Road special train. The overall train livery is simple and elegant with a strong sense of texture, with flowing silk textures replicating the natural landscapes and diverse cultural heritage of Xinjiang’s mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas, perfectly blending Western Regions 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 compartments come standard with separate wet and dry bathroom facilities, comprehensively upgrading the travel experience and creating an immersive high-end Xinjiang Silk Road vacation.
(I) Premium Golden Diamond, Xiyue Golden Diamond Full-Year Fares (Luxury Type)
1. Early Spring Preferred Schedule | April-May
The New Oriental Express offers a variety of seat and compartment types, each differing in space, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort, allowing passengers to choose freely based on their budget and travel preferences. The 2027 Xuelian (Snow Lotus) Number features a newly upgraded train body with 13 carriages, divided into two categories — luxury and comfort — and three golden diamond room types, covering different travel needs. All compartments come standard with separate wet and dry bathroom facilities, and feature thoughtful details such as voice-activated switches and rounded anti-collision corners, balancing travel convenience and comfort:Departure dates:April 16, May 7, May 20
Reference price:Premium Golden Diamond 65,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Golden Diamond 58,999 RMB/person
2. Midsummer Scenic Schedule | June-Mid August
Departure dates:June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11
Reference price:Premium Golden Diamond 68,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Golden Diamond 62,999 RMB/person
3. Late Summer Golden Autumn Schedule | Late August-September
Departure dates:August 30, September 13, September 27
Reference 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)
Assembly location:Urumqi
Assembly dates:October 15, 2026, October 25, 2026
Reference price:Premium Golden Diamond 46,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Golden Diamond 38,999 RMB/person
(II) Boyue Golden Diamond Full-Year Fares (Comfort Type)
1. Spring-Summer Regular Schedule | 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
Reference price:2-person room 32,888 RMB/person | 2-person room third person special offer 16,888 RMB/person | 4-person room 27,888 RMB/person
2. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2027 Schedule)
Premium Golden Diamond Triple Compartment (Luxury): Capacity: 6 people per carriage, 1 carriage in totalAssembly location:Urumqi
Assembly dates:October 3, 2027, October 13, 2027, October 26, 2027
Reference price:2-person room 19,888 RMB/person | 2-person room third person special offer 11,888 RMB/person | 4-person room 16,888 RMB/person
Remarks:All room types come with separate wet and dry bathroom facilities in every compartment, equipped with dining cars, entertainment cars, and multifunctional leisure areas, enjoying premium exclusive travel services throughout the journey. The above prices are reference prices and may vary slightly with season, room type, and departure schedule. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
VI. 📞 New Oriental Express Booking and Registration Methods — How to Purchase Tickets and Where to Book?
If you want to ride the New Oriental Express, please keep this ticket booking guide.
New Oriental Express-related tourism products are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. You can learn about product schedules, itineraries, and complete bookings through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center.
The ticket booking process is as follows:
1. Contact for consultation: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center is available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409. You can learn about the detailed itinerary, seat room types, reference prices, and departure schedules of the New Oriental Express.
2. Choose travel products: Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure schedule and special train seat room type.
3. Submit personal information: Provide the names, valid ID numbers, Mainland Travel Permits for Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan residents, passports, and other basic credential information of travelers for travel registration and seat reservation.
4. Complete booking procedures: Pay the travel booking deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, receive the relevant payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic tourism service supervision contract to complete the booking process.
From June to September each year, tourism demand is strong, and seats on popular long-distance special train routes are relatively tight. It is recommended to check itinerary schedules as early as possible and pay a deposit 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 travel information online, carefully distinguish non-official channels, and protect your travel rights.
VII. 📝 New Oriental Express Fees and Service Related Information
The service items included in the New Oriental Express itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including transportation within the itinerary, basic accommodation, sightseeing facilities, first admission tickets to scenic areas, and full-meal catering services. Personal voluntary spending items and optional experience items are not included.
For solo registrations, our agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation. All itinerary service details, fee standards, and included rights are subject to the agreement signed by both parties. Various travel-related rights and fees are subject to actual consultation and contract signing. Cancellation and modification rules are implemented in accordance with relevant provisions of the Tourism Law. For more details, please contact customer service for detailed information.
VIII. Conclusion
Xinjiang’s scenery in all four seasons has its own characteristics — the mountain wildflower seas from April to May, the grassland lakes from June to August, and the golden poplar forests and ancient city culture from September to October — all worth slowing down to savor. If you want to save the hassle of making travel plans and rushing through itineraries, and enjoy a comfortable, worry-free in-depth travel experience, you can now contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center for relevant information, choose a schedule and room type that suits you, and embark on a Silk Road journey aboard the special train.
Tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist special train must be booked through the railway-designated professional and official 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.
