2027 New Oriental Express Xuelian No. North South Xinjiang Special Train Customer Service Phone and Registration Portal
No need to drive yourself or rush around—take the Xinjiang tourist special train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose from economy to luxury options to suit your needs. Professionally dedicated to Xinjiang train special tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express Xuelian (Snow Lotus) North-South Xinjiang Special Train:A mobile living journey across the Tianshan Mountains
Xinjiang, a vast land covering about one-sixth of China’s land area, features a diverse landscape of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities. For those who want to deeply explore northern and southern Xinjiang while avoiding frequent transfers and luggage hassles, the “travel by night, sightsee by day” tourist special train has become an increasingly popular choice. The 2027 upgraded New Oriental Express · Xuelian is exactly such a high-end railway cultural tourism product combining comfort, culture, and scenery—it is not an ordinary train but a “mobile living room.” During the day, you explore scenic spots in depth; at night, you sleep soundly in the smooth-riding carriage. No need to change accommodation throughout the journey, truly achieving a slow-paced, immersive panoramic Xinjiang experience.
📍 Route Highlights
This route runs north through Altay and the Ili River Valley in northern Xinjiang, crosses the Duku Highway, reaches the Pamir Plateau in Kashgar to the south, and extends east to the Turpan Basin. It connects the geological wonders of Keketuohai, the misty wooden houses of Hemu Village, the emerald waters and forests of Kanas Lake, the azure mirror surface of Sayram Lake, the aerial grasslands of Nalati, the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak, the red rock walls of Kuqa Grand Canyon, as well as the cultural streets of Kashgar Old City and the plateau lakes of Tashkurgan County. The itinerary balances natural scenery and cultural exploration, suitable for family trips, friends traveling together, or wellness slow travel.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express Xuelian North-South Xinjiang Special Train: A mobile living journey across the Tianshan MountainsDay 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghuer – Rainbow Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Xinjiang, a vast land covering about one-sixth of China’s land area, features a diverse landscape of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, canyons, and ancient cities. For those who want to deeply explore northern and southern Xinjiang while avoiding frequent transfers and luggage hassles, the “travel by night, sightsee by day” tourist special train has become an increasingly popular choice. The 2027 upgraded New Oriental Express · Xuelian is exactly such a high-end railway cultural tourism product combining comfort, culture, and scenery—it is not an ordinary train but a “mobile living room.” During the day, you explore scenic spots in depth; at night, you sleep soundly in the smooth-riding carriage. No need to change accommodation throughout the journey, truly achieving a slow-paced, immersive panoramic Xinjiang experience.Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
Day 11:Tashkurgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Departure
📍 Route Highlights> Note:The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, or scenic area opening status, subject to mutual agreement between both parties. Specific arrangements are subject to the final itinerary confirmed before departure.
💰 Price Information
Pricing Options
1. Xiyue Gold Diamond: from 58,999 RMB/person, 1 carriage with 4 compartments, capacity 8 people
Take the tourist special train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang—choose from economy to luxury options to suit your needs. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
2. Zungui Gold Diamond: from 65,999 RMB/person, 1 carriage with 3 compartments, capacity 6 people
Departure Schedule (starting and ending in Urumqi)
This route runs north through Altay and the Ili River Valley in northern Xinjiang, crosses the Duku Highway, reaches the Pamir Plateau in Kashgar to the south, and extends east to the Turpan Basin. It connects the geological wonders of Keketuohai, the misty wooden houses of Hemu Village, the emerald waters and forests of Kanas Lake, the azure mirror surface of Sayram Lake, the aerial grasslands of Nalati, the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak, the red rock walls of Kuqa Grand Canyon, as well as the cultural streets of Kashgar Old City and the plateau lakes of Tashkurgan County. The itinerary balances natural scenery and cultural exploration, suitable for family trips, friends traveling together, or wellness slow travel. April 16
May 7, May 20
June 2, June 16, June 30
July 14, July 28
August 11, August 30
September 13, September 27
The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary slightly depending on departure date, room type, and service content. The final price is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. The product is an all-inclusive cultural tourism package covering designated items in the itinerary, typically including special train carriage accommodation, hotel stays throughout the trip, first admission tickets to scenic spots, specialty meals, ground transportation, tour guide services, and travel insurance. Train tickets are not sold separately.
🗓️ Simple Itinerary (Summer Edition)🛏 ️ Services and Facilities Experience
The Xuelian features a fully upgraded carriage body, equipped throughout with constant-temperature air conditioning, noise-reducing shock absorption systems, and barrier-free accessibility design. All compartments feature private bathrooms with separate wet and dry areas, equipped with branded toiletries, thermostatic showers, and smart devices. Premium room types also include leisure sofas, meeting tables and chairs, and custom storage spaces. Beds support flexible switching between twin and king configurations, accommodating families, couples, or friends traveling together.
A professional chef team is on board, serving meals daily that incorporate Xinjiang regional flavors; each carriage is assigned a dedicated butler providing 24-hour responsive service. In addition, the train features public lounge areas, panoramic viewing carriages, and charging ports to ensure a comfortable and convenient journey.
📝 How to Book
This product can be inquired about and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Travelers first select their preferred departure date and room type, confirm the boarding location (usually Urumqi), pay a deposit, and then sign the official tourism contract. Due to limited departure dates and tight seat availability, early planning of travel dates is recommended.
📋 Fee Description and Notes
Day 01: Gather in Urumqi from various locationsFees Include:Special train carriage accommodation, hotels listed in the itinerary, first admission tickets to scenic spots, meals (including some specialty meals), ground transportation, tour guide services, travel accident insurance, etc.
Fees Exclude:Transportation from your departure point to Urumqi, personal expenses, self-funded activities not in the itinerary, single occupancy supplements, etc.
For solo travelers, the travel agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; if this cannot be arranged, related matters can be discussed separately.
The itinerary involves high-altitude areas (such as Tashkurgan County); travelers are advised to assess their health condition for suitability.
All service content, cancellation policies, and liability allocation are implemented in accordance with the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and relevant laws and regulations. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and the signed contract.
🌄 Final Thoughts
The New Oriental Express Xuelian is not just a train—it is a presentation of a travel lifestyle. It brings Xinjiang’s magnificence within reach and makes long-distance travel composed and elegant. Whether you want to see the lavender blooming in the Ili River Valley from June to August, chase the layered autumn colors of Kanas, or gaze up at the snow-capped peak of Muztagh Ata on the Pamir Plateau, this 14-day journey offers you a comfortable and complete window.
Departure dates for 2027 are now open for booking. Interested travelers are encouraged to contact the travel agency early to check availability and obtain the detailed brochure. The beauty of a journey lies in the anticipation before departure and in every frame of scenery along the way—and the Xuelian is quietly waiting to join you on this rendezvous with time across the Tianshan Mountains.
For more details about Xinjiang tourist special trains, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing at: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
