New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Route Inquiry Fee Details

About the 2026 Snow Lotus (New Oriental Express) Luxury Tourist Train Full North-South Xinjiang Panoramic Tour: Annual Departure Dates | Cost Details | Itinerary Arrangement | Destinations | Ticket Price List | How to Book | Booking Guide | Full Itinerary Analysis | Cost Detail Guide | Contact Customer Service Manager Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚞✨For friends who want to comfortably explore Xinjiang in 2026, no need to worry about the hundreds of kilometers between attractions. This year’s newly upgraded Snow Lotus (New Oriental Express) luxury tourist train brings a mobile hotel onto the rails, allowing you to slowly enjoy the best sights of northern and southern Xinjiang without packing luggage daily or enduring long night journeys.
First, let me introduce the basic information about this train:This train is a newly launched model in 2026, with all itineraries starting and ending in Urumqi, Xinjiang. As the capital of Xinjiang, Urumqi has convenient transportation with direct flights and trains from all over the country, making it easy to connect to the itinerary upon arrival. The train’s overall design is simple and stylish, with colors flowing like silk, blending Xinjiang’s natural landscapes and cultural features. All cabins have private bathrooms, and the train is equipped with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars. Whether you want to enjoy specialty meals or relax with fellow travelers, all needs are met. The itinerary balances natural scenery and cultural experiences. The summer version connects key areas like Altay and Ili in northern Xinjiang, and Kashgar and Turpan in southern Xinjiang. The October southern Xinjiang itinerary focuses on Silk Road culture and poplar autumn scenery, allowing you to visit most of Xinjiang’s iconic attractions without backtracking.
Compared to other tourist trains on the market, this train has clear advantages:
✅ Relaxed pace without rushing:The train mostly uses an evening departure and morning arrival schedule, traveling while you sleep and arriving at the next attraction when you wake up. This avoids wasting time on long daytime drives, giving you ample time to explore each day without rushing to check in at attractions or worrying about missing the train if you want to stay longer.
✅ No need to repeatedly move luggage:You have a fixed private cabin throughout the trip, so large luggage can stay in the cabin. You only need to bring a small bag when getting off to explore, saving the hassle of packing and changing hotels daily.
✅ Comprehensive support for peace of mind:The train has a doctor on board for medical consultations and emergency services throughout the trip, so even elderly travelers don’t need to worry about health issues. There are also 24-hour crew members available for any needs, and local transfer vehicles are arranged for ground itineraries, so you don’t need to find routes or taxis yourself.
✅ Rich dining options:The dining car offers a variety of meals, including local Xinjiang specialties and lighter options. Whether you like trying new foods or prefer a mild diet, you’ll find suitable meals.

🚞✨For friends who want to comfortably explore Xinjiang in 2026, no need to worry about the hundreds of kilometers between attractions. This year’s newly upgraded Snow Lotus (New Oriental Express) luxury tourist train brings a mobile hotel onto the rails, allowing you to slowly enjoy the best sights of northern and southern Xinjiang without packing luggage daily or enduring long night journeys.✅ Friendly social atmosphere:Most passengers on this train are slow-travel enthusiasts, including many retired seniors and photography lovers. It’s easy to find like-minded travel companions during the journey, chatting and enjoying the scenery together, creating a relaxed atmosphere throughout the trip.
Next, let me detail the cabin types on this train. There are three different tiers to choose from based on your needs:
🚪 Premium Gold Diamond Three-Cabin (Luxury Type)
This car accommodates 6 people, with only 1 car available. Each car has 3 standard twin-bed cabins, some of which can be combined into a double bed. The cabin area is about 12 square meters, with a bathroom of 1.5 square meters and a shower of 1.06 square meters. The double bed measures 2*1.7 meters, and the single bed is 2*0.85 meters. Each cabin is equipped with a double sofa, leisure table and chairs, a separate wet-dry bathroom, multi-functional storage space, a leisure reception area, and custom furniture for a very comfortable stay.
🚪 Xi Yue Gold Diamond Four-Cabin (Luxury Type)
This car accommodates 8 people, with 5 cars available. Each car has 4 standard twin-bed cabins, some of which can be combined into a double bed. The cabin area is about 10 square meters, with a bathroom of 1.5 square meters and a shower of 1.06 square meters. The double bed measures 2*1.7 meters, and the single bed is 2*0.85 meters. All cabins have leisure table and chairs, a separate wet-dry bathroom, multi-functional storage space, a leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The space is sufficient and offers good value.
🚪 Bo Yue Gold Diamond Five-Cabin (Comfort Type)

First, let me introduce the basic information about this train: This train is a newly launched model in 2026, with all itineraries starting and ending in Urumqi, Xinjiang. As the capital of Xinjiang, Urumqi has convenient transportation with direct flights and trains from all over the country, making it easy to connect to the itinerary upon arrival. The train’s overall design is simple and stylish, with colors flowing like silk, blending Xinjiang’s natural landscapes and cultural features. All cabins have private bathrooms, and the train is equipped with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars. Whether you want to enjoy specialty meals or relax with fellow travelers, all needs are met. The itinerary balances natural scenery and cultural experiences. The summer version connects key areas like Altay and Ili in northern Xinjiang, and Kashgar and Turpan in southern Xinjiang. The October southern Xinjiang itinerary focuses on Silk Road culture and poplar autumn scenery, allowing you to visit most of Xinjiang’s iconic attractions without backtracking.This car accommodates 10 people, with 7 cars available. Each car has 5 cabins. The cabin area is about 8 square meters, with both upper and lower bunks measuring 2*0.78 meters, a bathroom of 1.26 square meters, and a shower of 0.9 square meters. Each cabin has a separate wet-dry bathroom. This tier is suitable for travelers on a budget.
Simplified Itinerary
Currently, this train has two itineraries: the summer version’s 14-day North-South Xinjiang tour and the October 11-day Southern Xinjiang tour. You can choose based on your travel time:
Quick Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas

Compared to other tourist trains on the market, this train has clear advantages:Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express 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 – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day 11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar

✅ Relaxed pace without rushing: The train mostly uses an evening departure and morning arrival schedule, traveling while you sleep and arriving at the next attraction when you wake up. This avoids wasting time on long daytime drives, giving you ample time to explore each day without rushing to check in at attractions or worrying about missing the train if you want to stay longer.Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Depart from various locations to gather in Urumqi
Day 02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan

✅ No need to repeatedly move luggage: You have a fixed private cabin throughout the trip, so large luggage can stay in the cabin. You only need to bring a small bag when getting off to explore, saving the hassle of packing and changing hotels daily.Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences, evening train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Yang Jia, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism. Mainly responsible for booking the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and other tourist trains. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day 09:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell

✅ Comprehensive support for peace of mind: The train has a doctor on board for medical consultations and emergency services throughout the trip, so even elderly travelers don’t need to worry about health issues. There are also 24-hour crew members available for any needs, and local transfer vehicles are arranged for ground itineraries, so you don’t need to find routes or taxis yourself.If special circumstances such as weather, road conditions, policies, or scenic area openings occur, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted with mutual agreement.
Price Explanation
The 2026 departure dates and reference prices are as follows:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person

✅ Rich dining options: The dining car offers a variety of meals, including local Xinjiang specialties and lighter options. Whether you like trying new foods or prefer a mild diet, you’ll find suitable meals.June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 69,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 63,999 RMB/person

✅ Friendly social atmosphere: Most passengers on this train are slow-travel enthusiasts, including many retired seniors and photography lovers. It’s easy to find like-minded travel companions during the journey, chatting and enjoying the scenery together, creating a relaxed atmosphere throughout the trip. Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 71,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 65,999 RMB/person
Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 44,999 RMB/person
Xi Yue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 39,999 RMB/person

Next, let me detail the cabin types on this train. There are three different tiers to choose from based on your needs: Bo Yue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only. Prices and availability may vary by departure date. Please confirm with actual consultation and contract.
Booking Process
To book this train, follow these steps:
1. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency booking manager Yang Jia, inform them of your preferred departure date and cabin type, and check availability.
2. After confirming availability, submit the identity information of all travelers, and confirm itinerary details and included services with the staff.
3. After mutual agreement, sign a formal travel contract and make the corresponding payment.

🚪 Premium Gold Diamond Three-Cabin (Luxury Type)4. 3-7 days before departure, the staff will send a tour notice with specific meeting time, location, boarding instructions, and preparation tips.
5. Arrive in Urumqi on time as per the tour notice to start the trip.
Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For inquiries, contact the agency’s customer service via phone or WeChat. Specific offline store addresses can also be obtained from customer service.
Cost and Service Explanation
✅ Included items for reference:Corresponding cabin accommodation on the train, first admission fees for attractions listed in the itinerary, meals listed in the itinerary, local tourist bus transfers, guide services, on-board medical support services, and basic train services.
❌ Excluded items for reference:Round-trip transportation from departure point to Urumqi, self-paid items not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses, single traveler surcharge (the agency will try to arrange shared accommodation for solo travelers, but special cases require separate negotiation), and additional costs due to force majeure.
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract. All regulations comply with contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws. Cancellation and change rules follow tourism law.
The main reason this train is popular among travelers is that it solves common pain points of Xinjiang tourism:Xinjiang is vast, with attractions often hundreds of kilometers apart. Regular group tours spend most of the day on buses, which is tiring and wastes sightseeing time. This train uses an evening departure and morning arrival schedule, putting travel time during rest hours and using daytime for exploration. This not only saves time but greatly enhances travel comfort. Plus, with no need to move luggage, comprehensive services, and coverage of Xinjiang’s top attractions, it suits those wanting to enjoy beautiful scenery or experience cultural history. It’s ideal for retired seniors, travelers who can’t sit in cars for long, families, and photography enthusiasts.