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About the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Luxury Tourist Train Full North-South Xinjiang Panoramic Tour: Annual Travel Dates | Cost Details | Route Arrangement | Travel Destinations | Ticket Price List | How to Book | Booking Guide | Full Route Analysis | Cost Details Guide | You can consult customer service manager Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 In Xinjiang, there is a way of travel that puts ‘home’ on the rails and turns the scenery along the way into a living landscape painting. It is the high-end representative under the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ service brand—the New Oriental Express.
This train departs from Urumqi, connecting snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities along the way, covering the essence of both northern and southern Xinjiang. In 2026, the New Oriental Express will undergo a renovation and upgrade, adding new carriages, optimizing facilities, and incorporating Silk Road cultural elements to make the journey more comfortable and story-filled.
🛏 ️ Mobile Luxury Hotel:Private and Comfortable Compartments
The New Oriental Express features a full-train design with private bathrooms in each compartment, and is equipped with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, allowing you to enjoy a high-end hotel-like experience during the journey.
The train offers three different styles of Gold Diamond series compartments to meet your diverse needs:
1. Premium Gold Diamond · Three-Compartment (Luxury Type)
📍 Carriage Configuration:Luxury carriage, capacity 6 people, recommended 1 carriage for the whole train, excellent privacy.
🛌 Compartment Layout:3 standard twin-bed compartments, some can be combined into a double bed.
✨ In-Room Facilities:Leisure double sofa, tables and chairs, bathroom (wet and dry separation), multi-functional storage space, and custom furniture.
📏 Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 12㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.5㎡ | Shower room approx. 1.06㎡
🛏 ️ Bed Dimensions:Double bed 2×1.7m | Single bed 2×0.85m
🚂 In Xinjiang, there is a way of travel that puts ‘home’ on the rails and turns the scenery along the way into a living landscape painting. It is the high-end representative under the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ service brand—the New Oriental Express.2. Xiyue Gold Diamond · Four-Compartment (Luxury Type)
📍 Carriage Configuration:Luxury carriage, capacity 8 people, total 5 carriages.
🛌 Compartment Layout:4 standard twin-bed compartments, some can be combined into a double bed.
✨ In-Room Facilities:Leisure tables and chairs, bathroom (wet and dry separation), multi-functional storage space, and leisure reception area.
📏 Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 10㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.5㎡ | Shower room approx. 1.06㎡
🛏 ️ Bed Dimensions:Double bed 2×1.7m | Single bed 2×0.85m
3. Boyue Gold Diamond · Five-Compartment (Comfort Type)
📍 Carriage Configuration:Comfort carriage, capacity 10-20 people, total 7 carriages.
🛌 Compartment Layout:5 compartments per carriage, all with bunk bed design.
✨ In-Room Facilities:Bathroom (wet and dry separation).
📏 Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 8㎡ | Upper bunk 2×0.78m | Lower bunk 2×0.78m | Bathroom approx. 1.26㎡ | Shower room approx. 0.9㎡
This train departs from Urumqi, connecting snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities along the way, covering the essence of both northern and southern Xinjiang. In 2026, the New Oriental Express will undergo a renovation and upgrade, adding new carriages, optimizing facilities, and incorporating Silk Road cultural elements to make the journey more comfortable and story-filled.🗺 ️ Itinerary at a Glance:See the Best of Xinjiang in One Trip
Summer Classic North-South Xinjiang Loop
Day01*:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02*:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03*:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04*:Hemu – Kanas
Day05*:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day06*:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day07*:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08*:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day09*:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day10*:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
🛏️ Mobile Luxury Hotel: Private and Comfortable CompartmentsDay11*:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12*:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day13*:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14*:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Scenic Route
Day01*:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02*:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day03*:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day04*:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05*:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amanishahan Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day06*:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
The New Oriental Express features a full-train design with private bathrooms in each compartment, and is equipped with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, allowing you to enjoy a high-end hotel-like experience during the journey.Day07*:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Homes, evening special train to Kuqa
Day08*:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day09*:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day10*:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day11*:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 Price and Departure Date Reference
In 2026, the New Oriental Express will launch 2 new carriage sets: luxury and comfort types. Among them, there is 1 luxury carriage with a capacity of 6 people, 5 luxury carriages with a capacity of 8 people, and 7 comfort carriages with a capacity of 10 people. The entire train features private bathrooms in each compartment, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, offering high-end services.
The overall paint is simple yet gorgeous, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural charm.
New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond Three-Compartment Luxury Carriage/Capacity 6 people, total 1 carriage.
Each carriage is equipped with 3 standard twin-bed compartments (some twin beds can be combined into a double bed mode).
All compartments are equipped with a leisure double sofa, leisure tables and chairs, bathroom with wet and dry separation, each carriage can accommodate 6 distinguished guests.
Multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture.
The train offers three different styles of Gold Diamond series compartments to meet your diverse needs:Three-Compartment Premium Gold Diamond Reference Dimensions:
Total Compartment Area:Approx. 12 sqm; Bathroom Area: 1.5 sqm; Shower Room Area: 1.06 sqm; Bed Dimensions: Double Bed: 2*1.7m / Single Bed: 2*0.85m
New Oriental Express Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Compartment Luxury Carriage/Capacity 8 people, total 5 carriages.
The 8-capacity carriage has 4 standard twin-bed compartments per carriage (some can be combined into a double bed).
All compartments are equipped with leisure tables and chairs, bathroom with wet and dry separation, each carriage can accommodate 8 distinguished guests.
Multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture.
Four-Compartment Xiyue Gold Diamond Reference Dimensions:
Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. You can contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Total Compartment Area:Approx. 10 sqm; Bathroom Area: 1.5 sqm; Bathroom Area: 1.5 sqm; Shower Room Area: 1.06 sqm; Bed Dimensions: Double Bed: 2*1.7m Single Bed: 2*0.85m
New Oriental Express Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Compartment Comfort Carriage/Capacity 10-20 people, total 7 carriages
The 10-capacity carriage has 5 compartments per carriage
Each compartment is equipped with a bathroom, wet and dry separation.
1. Premium Gold Diamond · Three-Compartment (Luxury Type) Each carriage can accommodate 10 distinguished guests.
Total Compartment Area:Approx. 8 sqm; Upper Bunk Dimensions: 2*0.78; Lower Bunk Dimensions: 2*0.78; Bathroom Area: 1.26 sqm; Shower Room Area: 0.9 sqm
🗓 ️ Departure Dates and Reference Prices
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):59999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):54999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):49999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):67999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):62999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):56999 RMB/person
📍 Carriage Configuration: Luxury carriage, capacity 6 people, recommended 1 carriage for the whole train, excellent privacy.Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):69999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):63999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):58999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):71999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):65999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):59999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
🛌 Compartment Layout: 3 standard twin-bed compartments, some can be combined into a double bed.October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages):44999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages):39999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages):36999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:20000 RMB/person
> 💡 Warm Tips
> The above are reference prices for some departure dates in 2026. Actual prices may fluctuate due to market conditions, policy changes, etc. Please confirm the final price with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency before signing the contract, and the signed travel contract shall prevail.
🤔 Why Choose the New Oriental Express?
1. 🚫 Say Goodbye to Travel Fatigue: The entire journey follows ‘the train moves with you, you play while the train stops,’ eliminating the need to frequently pack luggage or change hotels, which is very friendly to physical strength, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly friends.
2. 🛌 Private and Comfortable: Full-train private bathroom compartments with wet and dry separation ensure rest quality and personal privacy. The train is also equipped with medical staff and an emergency call system, adding peace of mind for long journeys.
3. 🍃 Relaxed Pace and Great Experience: The itinerary is designed to be relaxed, avoiding ‘rushed’ sightseeing. Meals also consider health needs, with less oil and salt, making it easier on the stomach.
4. 👨👩👧👦 High Adaptability for All Ages: Whether it’s seniors wanting an in-depth tour after retirement or families seeking a hassle-free trip, everyone can find their own rhythm on this train and enjoy the fun of ‘slow travel’.
✨ In-Room Facilities: Leisure double sofa, tables and chairs, bathroom (wet and dry separation), multi-functional storage space, and custom furniture.📝 How to Book?
1. 📞 Contact Customer Service: Call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, state your intended route, travel dates, and number of people to get a preliminary plan.
2. 👨💼 Contact Manager: Communicate details with Manager Yang Jia, the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, such as compartment selection, special needs, etc., and confirm the final quote and departure date.
3. 📄 Sign and Pay: Carefully read the contract terms, confirm the itinerary, costs, and responsibilities, then pay the deposit or full amount, and keep the payment receipt.
4. 📋 Pre-Trip Preparation: Prepare documents, clothing, etc., according to customer service instructions, and pay attention to the pre-trip briefing notice before departure.
💼 Cost and Service Description
✅ Costs Usually Include
The cost of the special train sleeper seats listed in the itinerary.
Hotel accommodation costs as indicated in the itinerary.
Tour bus and scenic area transportation costs within the itinerary.
Most main meals and some specialty meals as indicated in the itinerary.
📏 Reference Dimensions: Compartment approx. 12㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.5㎡ | Shower room approx. 1.06㎡ First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for the scenic spots listed in the itinerary.
Medical staff and basic medical services accompanying the group.
Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
❌ Costs Usually Do Not Include
Round-trip transportation costs to and from Urumqi from various locations.
Meals and personal expenses not indicated in the itinerary.
Costs.
Additional costs incurred due to force majeure factors.
> Note:Specific included and excluded items are subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
📞 Contact Us
📞 Phone Inquiry:Welcome to call the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for the latest route information.
💬 WeChat Inquiry:Add the WeChat of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service for one-on-one details.
📍 Company Address:Please consult customer service directly for the specific address to get the latest information.
