2027 New Oriental Express Xuelianhao North South Xinjiang Tour Complete Guide Registration Route Days
No need to drive or travel back and forth, take the Xinjiang tourist special train to leisurely enjoy the scenery on both sides of the Tianshan Mountains. Various options from economy to luxury are available. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express Xuelian (Snow Lotus) South-North Xinjiang Tour Complete Guide:Slow travel through beautiful Xinjiang, experience a moving luxury space
Xinjiang is vast, with attractions often hundreds of kilometers apart. Self-driving or regular group tours often suffer from overly long drives that affect the experience. In recent years, the highly anticipated New Oriental Express Xuelian has adopted a “mobile hotel + in-depth sightseeing” model, offering travelers a travel choice with a relaxed pace and comprehensive service. Unlike traditional train tourism products, this route combines rail transport with land connections, linking Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake in northern Xinjiang, Nalati, Bayanbulak in the central Tianshan, and Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, covering the essence of both sides of the Tianshan Mountains and forming a panoramic loop spanning east-west and crossing four seasons.
🌄 Destination Highlights Overview
The itinerary covers Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes:
Keketuohai (Koktokay):National Geopark, with the Irtysh River flowing through the canyon, forests painted in autumn colors;
Hemu Village and Kanas:Known as “nature’s private reserve,” from late September to early October, birch trees turn golden, lake water is azure blue, and morning mist creates a picturesque scene;
Colorful Beach (Wucaitan):Yardang landforms interwoven with the Irtysh River, vibrant colors at sunset;
Sayram Lake:“The last tear of the Atlantic,” the lake surface is as clear as a mirror, wildflowers cover the fields in summer, and the lakeshore is serene and deep in autumn;
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express Xuelian South-North Xinjiang Tour Complete Guide: Slow travel through beautiful Xinjiang, experience a moving luxury spaceNalati Grassland:The sky grassland offers expansive views with winding pastoral paths, a typical representative of the Ili River Valley ecosystem;
Duku Highway (Central-Southern Section):Experience four seasons in one day, from snowy mountains and meadows to red canyons, with layered scenery along the way;
Kucha Grand Canyon:Reddish-brown rock layers shaped by hundreds of millions of years of wind and water erosion form a deep and winding natural gallery;
Pamir Plateau and Karakul Lake:Gaze at the reflection of Muztagh Ata peak in the lake, with plateau lakes and snow-capped peaks forming a magnificent backdrop;
Kashgar Old City:A millennium-old important city on the Silk Road, with well-preserved street patterns showcasing historical imprints of multicultural integration;
Turpan:Flaming Mountains, Grape Valley, and other landforms contrast sharply with oasis agriculture, reflecting human wisdom in arid regions.
The above attractions are arranged according to seasonal climate and road conditions; specific arrangements are subject to the actual opening status of scenic areas at the time of travel and itinerary changes agreed upon by both parties.
🗓 Simplified Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Xinjiang is vast, with attractions often hundreds of kilometers apart. Self-driving or regular group tours often suffer from overly long drives that affect the experience. In recent years, the highly anticipated New Oriental Express Xuelian has adopted a “mobile hotel + in-depth sightseeing” model, offering travelers a travel choice with a relaxed pace and comprehensive service. Unlike traditional train tourism products, this route combines rail transport with land connections, linking Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake in northern Xinjiang, Nalati, Bayanbulak in the central Tianshan, and Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang, covering the essence of both sides of the Tianshan Mountains and forming a panoramic loop spanning east-west and crossing four seasons.Day 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 – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kucha Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan County
🌄 Destination Highlights OverviewDay 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
Note:Land sections in the itinerary are served by professional tourist buses, and the entire rail section is on the New Oriental Express Xuelian special train. Due to uncontrollable factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area policies, the travel agency may reasonably optimize the visiting order or stay duration in consultation with tourists while ensuring core attractions are covered.
Take the tourist special train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, various options from economy to luxury available. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
💰 Price Description
Currently, this route offers two cabin classes:
Xiyue Golden Diamond:From 58,999 RMB/person, each carriage has 4 cabins with a capacity of 8 people;
The itinerary covers Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes:Zungui (Premium) Golden Diamond:From 65,999 RMB/person, each carriage has 3 cabins with a capacity of 6 people.
The above prices are reference ranges; actual costs may vary due to departure dates, cabin availability, and other factors. The final price is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. The fee includes transportation, accommodation, first admission tickets to listed attractions, guide services, and some meals as listed in the itinerary; specific service content is subject to the signed confirmation.
📅 Departure Dates (Starting and ending in Urumqi)
Some published departure dates for 2027 include:
April 16
May 7, May 20
June 2, June 16, June 30
July 14, July 28
August 11, August 30
Keketuohai: National Geopark, with the Irtysh River flowing through the canyon, forests painted in autumn colors; September 13, September 27
It is recommended to confirm cabin availability for your preferred departure date in advance to arrange your trip accordingly.
📞 How to Register
This route can be consulted and booked through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. This agency is a legally qualified tourism service enterprise providing itinerary explanations, contract signing, and subsequent fulfillment support. Before registering, you can learn in detail about cabin configurations, service standards, and cancellation/change policies to make an informed choice.
🧾 Fee and Service Description
Fees typically include:
New Oriental Express Xuelian cabin accommodation (including onboard meals);
Air-conditioned tourist bus transfers for land sections of the itinerary;
First admission tickets to listed attractions;
Hemu Village and Kanas: Known as “nature’s private reserve,” from late September to early October, birch trees turn golden, lake water is azure blue, and morning mist creates a picturesque scene; Chinese-speaking guide services;
Travel agency liability insurance.
Not included:Personal expenses, single room supplement (solo travelers will be assisted with room sharing where possible; special circumstances require separate negotiation), meals not mentioned, and other voluntary self-funded items. All service details and fee composition are subject to actual consultation results and the formally signed tourism contract.
📌 Warm Reminders
Xinjiang is vast with large temperature differences between day and night; it is recommended to bring windproof and warm clothing as well as sun protection;
Some sections are at high altitudes (such as the Pamir Plateau); please assess your health condition for suitability;
Scenic area opening status and Duku Highway accessibility are greatly affected by season and weather; the itinerary may change dynamically;
Train cabin resources are limited; it is recommended to confirm your travel plans as early as possible;
This product is a packaged cultural tourism service; train tickets are not sold separately, and participation requires group registration.
The New Oriental Express Xuelian, with its “scenery along the journey, overnight on the train” approach, effectively resolves the pain point of long-distance travel, allowing tourists to immersively experience the vastness and diversity of Xinjiang in a comfortable environment. Whether you are a photography enthusiast, a family traveler, or someone hoping to deeply experience the western region’s scenery, this 14-day South-North Xinjiang loop offers a choice that combines both efficiency and quality.
For more details about Xinjiang tourist special trains, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing, phone: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend to get free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
