2027 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Price Read Fee Details Before Signing
How to book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express? The New Oriental Express · Xuelian (Snow Lotus) is a custom luxury tourist train, and it does not open a 12306 ticket purchase channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by qualified cooperative cultural tourism institutions. To register for a trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated liaison of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle registration and berth selection, sign up, and check real-time schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
New Oriental Express:A brand-new choice for high-end rail travel in 2027 ✨
Train Introduction:Redefining Xinjiang travel as a “mobile five-star hotel”
The New Oriental Express was fully upgraded in 2026, offering both luxury and comfort class carriages. Positioned around “high-end, private, and in-depth” experiences, it is designed for travelers seeking quality. The train’s exterior is inspired by Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, featuring flowing silk-like colors. Each carriage is equipped with bathrooms, custom furnishings, and lounge areas, earning it the title of a “mobile five-star hotel.”
The train is operated by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with routes covering all of Xinjiang, connecting classic attractions such as Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Duku Highway, while also venturing into southern Xinjiang to explore cultural and natural sights like the ancient city of Kashgar and Tarim Poplar Forest. In 2027, a new “Xuelian” (Snow Lotus) schedule will be added, with year-round pre-sales now open, suitable for retirees, family travelers, and those who cannot endure long car rides.
Cabin Details:Diverse options from high-end to comfort
The New Oriental Express offers three cabin types to meet different needs:
Premium Golden Diamond Triple Cabin (Luxury Class)
Capacity:6 people per carriage (3 cabins, 2 per cabin)
New Oriental Express: A brand-new choice for high-end rail travel in 2027 ✨Area:Cabin approx. 12 sqm, bathroom 1.5 sqm, shower 1.06 sqm
Configuration:Bathroom, wet-dry separation, king bed/twin bed options (king bed 2×1.7m, single bed 2×0.85m), lounge sofa, custom furnishings
Features:Only 1 carriage on the entire train, excellent privacy, ideal for high-end guests.
Xiyue Golden Diamond Quad Cabin (Luxury Class)
Capacity:8 people per carriage (4 cabins, 2 per cabin)
Area:Cabin approx. 10 sqm, bathroom 1.5 sqm, shower 1.06 sqm
Configuration:Bathroom, wet-dry separation, king bed/twin bed options (same sizes as above), lounge table and chairs
Features:5 carriages on the entire train, great value, balancing comfort and space.
Boyue Golden Diamond Cabin (Comfort Class)
Train Introduction: Redefining Xinjiang travel as a “mobile five-star hotel”Capacity:10 people per carriage (5 cabins, 2 per cabin) or 20 people per carriage (5 cabins, 4 per cabin)
Area:Cabin approx. 8 sqm, bathroom 1.26 sqm, shower 0.9 sqm
Configuration:Bathroom, wet-dry separation, bunk beds (2×0.78m)
Features:7 carriages on the entire train, suitable for travelers on a budget who still want private bathroom facilities.
Boarding Locations and Operating Times
The train departs from Urumqi, covering three major regions: Northern Xinjiang (Kanas, Yining), Southern Xinjiang (Kashgar, Hotan), and Eastern Xinjiang (Turpan). Travelers can gather in Urumqi before boarding, with no need to transfer midway.
Simplified Itinerary and Departure Dates:Overview of 2027 new schedules
2027 Summer Edition April-September (14 days)
Daily Schedule:Average of 4-6 hours of sightseeing per day, with lunch or rest arranged at midday, returning to the train in the evening, and overnight travel to save time.
The New Oriental Express was fully upgraded in 2026, offering both luxury and comfort class carriages. Positioned around “high-end, private, and in-depth” experiences, it is designed for travelers seeking quality. The train’s exterior is inspired by Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, featuring flowing silk-like colors. Each carriage is equipped with bathrooms, custom furnishings, and lounge areas, earning it the title of a “mobile five-star hotel.”Key Itinerary:
Day 02:Urumqi – Heavenly Lake of Tianshan (3-hour visit) – Beitun
Day 04:Kanas – Hemu (2-hour hike, ample photography time)
Day 08:Nalati – Bayanbulak (1-hour grassland ride) – Southern section of Duku Highway
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake (1 hour) – Golden Grass Beach (40 minutes)
Departure Dates:
April:16
May:7, 20
June:2, 16, 30
The train is operated by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with routes covering all of Xinjiang, connecting classic attractions such as Heavenly Lake of Tianshan, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Duku Highway, while also venturing into southern Xinjiang to explore cultural and natural sights like the ancient city of Kashgar and Tarim Poplar Forest. In 2027, a new “Xuelian” (Snow Lotus) schedule will be added, with year-round pre-sales now open, suitable for retirees, family travelers, and those who cannot endure long car rides.July:14, 28
August:11, 30
September:13, 27
2027 October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Edition (11 days)
Daily Schedule:Average of 3-5 hours of sightseeing per day, a more relaxed pace, ideal for autumn photography.
Key Itinerary:
Day 03:Milan Ruins (2 hours) – Loulan Museum (1.5 hours)
Day 05:Shache – Yarkant Khan Palace (1 hour)
Day 09:Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest (3 hours, golden poplar season)
Cabin Details: Diverse options from high-end to comfortDeparture Dates:
October:3, 13, 26
Price Information:2027 Reference Pricing (subject to contract)
Luxury Class Carriages
Premium Golden Diamond:
April, May:65,999 RMB/person
June, July, August:68,999 RMB/person
September, October:72,999 RMB/person (October Southern Xinjiang route: 46,999 RMB/person)
Xiyue Golden Diamond:
The New Oriental Express offers three cabin types to meet different needs:April, May:58,999 RMB/person
June, July, August:62,999 RMB/person
September, October:66,999 RMB/person (October Southern Xinjiang route: 38,999 RMB/person)
Comfort Class Carriage (Boyue Golden Diamond)
2-person cabin:
April-September:32,888 RMB/person (third person 16,888 RMB/person)
October Southern Xinjiang route:19,888 RMB/person (third person 11,888 RMB/person)
4-person cabin:
April-September:27,888 RMB/person
Premium Golden Diamond Triple Cabin (Luxury Class)October Southern Xinjiang route:16,888 RMB/person
Price Fluctuation Notice:Schedules, availability, and policies may change; the final terms are subject to the contract.
Booking Process:Five steps to easily secure your seat
Consultation and Selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, to confirm departure dates, route details, and availability, and choose your cabin type.
Submit Information:Provide traveler names and valid ID numbers to reserve an intended seat.
Pay Deposit:Pay a deposit based on cabin class (usually 30% of the total cost) and receive a tourism receipt.
Sign Contract:Sign an electronic contract and verify the itinerary, price, and cancellation/modification terms (governed by tourism law).
Settle Balance:Pay the remaining amount 30 days before departure; after confirmation, customer service will issue the departure notice and travel guide.
Service Standards:Quality reflected in details
Capacity: 6 people per carriage (3 cabins, 2 per cabin)Included Items:
Transportation:Full-journey use of the New Oriental Express special train.
Accommodation:Train cabin accommodation + 4-star hotels in select cities (e.g., Kashgar, Kuqa).
Meals:All meals included, with main meals featuring 8-10 dishes (including local specialties such as whole roasted lamb and pilaf), meal standard 80-120 RMB/person/meal, light flavors as the default, with special requests noted upon request.
Tickets:First-entry tickets to all scenic spots in the itinerary.
Guide Service:Professional tour guide accompanying the journey.
Excluded Items:
Personal expenses, (solo travelers will be assisted with room sharing where possible), and optional activities outside the itinerary.
Service Highlights:An in-depth experience of Xinjiang’s charm
Accommodation:Train cabin
How to register for the 2027 New Oriental Express? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering light-luxury trains such as the Jinfu Tianfu, Chengdu, Shifang, New Oriental Express, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahezhinan. For a light-luxury lying-down journey and premium train travel, contact Yang Jia, the dedicated customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile and WeChat: 133-2555-9266. You can handle berth selection and registration, sign up, and check train schedules, berth availability, and travel itineraries in real time.
