Xinjiang New Oriental Express Official Website 2026 Schedule and Itinerary

About the 2026 Xinjiang Express Snow Lotus Luxury Tourist Train: Full-year travel schedule for the North-South Xinjiang Panoramic Tour | Fee Details | Route Arrangement | Travel Destinations | Ticket Price List | How to Book | Booking Guide | Route Full Analysis | Fee Detail Guide | You can consult customer service manager Yang Jia: 133 2555 9266 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🚂 When it comes to luxury tourist trains in Xinjiang, many people think of the mobile ‘star-rated hotel’ under the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ brand—the Xinjiang Express. In 2026, this product undergoes a third-generation carriage upgrade and officially launches the ‘Snow Lotus Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train’ series. It continues the travel style of ‘the train follows the people, people play while the train stops,’ connecting the best attractions across the Tianshan Mountains, allowing passengers to deeply experience Xinjiang in a comfortable environment with a ‘slow travel’ pace.
📍 Route Overview and Features
Train Starting Point:Urumqi, Xinjiang. This is the core hub of the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ brand and the departure and arrival station for most routes.
Core Features:
One Berth Throughout:Stay on the train throughout the trip, no need to change hotels or move luggage.
Dynamic and Static Combination:Sightsee during the day, rest on the train at night, saving energy.
Elderly-Friendly:Relaxed itinerary pace, service facilities consider the needs of seniors.
Private and Comfortable:All carriages have private bathrooms, providing a quiet and private resting space.
🛌 Detailed Explanation of Carriages and Compartments
The 2026 Xinjiang Express luxury and comfort carriages feature three types of compartments:Zungui Jinzuan, Xiyue Jinzuan, and Boyue Jinzuan. All compartments are equipped with bathrooms (wet-dry separation), leisure reception areas, and custom furniture.
1. Zungui Jinzuan Three-Compartment (Luxury · Capacity 6 People)
Configuration:Each carriage has 3 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into a double bed), with a leisure double sofa, table, and chairs.

🚂 When it comes to luxury tourist trains in Xinjiang, many people think of the mobile ‘star-rated hotel’ under the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ brand—the Xinjiang Express. In 2026, this product undergoes a third-generation carriage upgrade and officially launches the ‘Snow Lotus Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train’ series. It continues the travel style of ‘the train follows the people, people play while the train stops,’ connecting the best attractions across the Tianshan Mountains, allowing passengers to deeply experience Xinjiang in a comfortable environment with a ‘slow travel’ pace.Area Reference:Compartment approx. 12㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.5㎡ | Shower room approx. 1.06㎡
Bed Size:Double bed approx. 2×1.7m | Single bed approx. 2×0.85m
2. Xiyue Jinzuan Four-Compartment (Luxury · Capacity 8 People)
Configuration:Each carriage has 4 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into a double bed), with leisure tables and chairs.
Area Reference:Compartment approx. 10㎡ | Bathroom approx. 1.5㎡ | Shower room approx. 1.06㎡
Bed Size:Double bed approx. 2×1.7m | Single bed approx. 2×0.85m
3. Boyue Jinzuan Five-Compartment (Comfort · Capacity 10 People)
Configuration:Each carriage has 5 compartments, all with bunk bed design, equipped with bathrooms (wet-dry separation).
Area Reference:Compartment approx. 8㎡ | Upper bunk approx. 2×0.78m | Lower bunk approx. 2×0.78m | Bathroom approx. 1.26㎡ | Shower room approx. 0.9㎡
🗺 ️ Summer Itinerary at a Glance
Day01:Depart from various locations to Urumqi for assembly*
Check into hotel upon arrival, free time, prepare to start the journey.
Day02:Urumqi-Xinjiang Express-Keketuohai-Xinjiang Express-Altay*

📍 Route Overview and FeaturesDepart by train in the morning, enjoy the Gobi and grassland scenery along the way. Arrive at Keketuohai for sightseeing, return to the train in the evening to head to Altay.
Day03:Altay-Ahe Highway-Hemu Village*
Drive along the Ahe Highway, enjoy river valleys, forests, and grasslands. Arrive at Hemu Village, experience the tranquility of the Tuva settlement.
Day04:Hemu-Kanas*
Watch the morning mist at Hemu in the early morning, then head to Kanas Scenic Area to visit Kanas Lake, Three Bays, and other core attractions.
Day05:Kanas-Chonghur-Five-Colored Beach-Xinjiang Express*
Pass through Chonghur, enjoy river valleys and farmland. Arrive at Five-Colored Beach in the evening, admire the Yadan landform and the Irtysh River scenery, then return to the train.
Day06:Jinghe-Sayram Lake-Yining*
Arrive at Jinghe by train, then transfer to Sayram Lake, take a lake tour of ‘the last tear of the Atlantic.’ Head to Yining in the evening.
Day07:Yining-Nalati Grassland*
Head to Nalati Grassland, enjoy the landscape of river valleys, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains, experience grassland culture.
Day08:Nalati Grassland-Middle Section of Duku Highway-Bayanbulak*
Drive along the middle section of the Duku Highway, experience the landscape change of ‘four seasons in one day.’ Arrive at Bayanbulak, enjoy grassland and wetland scenery.

Train Starting Point: Urumqi, Xinjiang. This is the core hub of the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ brand and the departure and arrival station for most routes.Day09:Bayanbulak-Southern Section of Duku Highway-Kuqa Grand Canyon-Xinjiang Express*
Continue along the southern section of the Duku Highway, then visit Kuqa Grand Canyon. Return to the train in the evening.
Day10:Kashgar-White Sand Lake-Pamir Scenic Area-Tashkurgan*
Arrive in Kashgar, then head to White Sand Lake, admire the ‘sand mountain reflection.’ Then enter the Pamir Plateau, visit Muztagh Ata and other landscapes, stay overnight in Tashkurgan.
Day11:Tashkurgan-Tajik Home Visit-Karakul Lake-Kashgar*
Experience home visits with various ethnic groups, feel the warm hospitality. Then visit Karakul Lake, view the reflection of snow-capped mountains in the distance, return to Kashgar in the evening.
Day12:Kashgar-Turpan-Xinjiang Express*
Take the train from Kashgar to Turpan, enjoy the Gobi and oasis scenery along the way.
Day13:Turpan-Urumqi*
Arrive in Turpan, visit Karez Well, Grape Valley, and other attractions (subject to actual arrangements). Return to Urumqi in the evening.
Day14:Urumqi-Departure*
Arrange airport/train station drop-off based on flight or train schedule, end the journey.

Core Features:🍂 October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day01:Depart from various locations to Urumqi for assembly*
Day02:Train to Turpan-Jiaohe Ancient City-Karez Well-Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang*
Visit the ancient city and water conservancy projects in Turpan during the day, experience the charm of the ‘Fire Land.’ Take the train to Ruoqiang in the evening.
Day03:Milan Ruins-Loulan Museum-Loulan Park-Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan*
Explore the Milan Ruins, visit the Loulan Museum, learn about Silk Road history. Experience red date picking in the afternoon, take the train to Hotan in the evening.
Day04:Arrive in Hotan early-Hotan Round City-Yurungkash River Treasure Hunt-Grape Corridor-Walnut King Tree-Yotkan Ancient City Night View*
Visit Hotan Round City, experience ‘treasure hunting’ at the Yurungkash River. Then admire the Grape Corridor and Walnut King Tree, take a night tour of Yotkan Ancient City.
Day05:Train to Shache-Yarkent Khan Palace-Amanishahan Mausoleum, head to Kashgar*
Take the train to Shache, visit Yarkent Khan Palace and Amanishahan Mausoleum, experience history and culture. Then head to Kashgar.
Day06:White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar*
Head to White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake, admire highland lake and snow-capped mountain scenery, then return to Kashgar.
Day07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High-Altitude Residential Area, evening train to Kuqa*

One Berth Throughout: Stay on the train throughout the trip, no need to change hotels or move luggage.Visit Kashgar Old City, tour Id Kah Mosque and High-Altitude Residential Area, experience the rich ancient city atmosphere. Take the train to Kuqa in the evening.
Day08:Arrive in Kuqa early-Tianshan Grand Canyon-Kuqa Palace-Restan Old Street-Qiuci Alley*
Visit the spectacular Tianshan Grand Canyon, tour Kuqa Palace, stroll through Restan Old Street and Qiuci Alley, experience Qiuci culture.
Day09:Head to Luntai-Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi*
Head to Luntai, admire the Tarim Poplar Forest, experience the charm of poplars in the golden autumn season. Take the train back to Urumqi in the evening.
Day10:Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Urumqi Farewell Dinner*
Visit Tianshan Tianchi, admire the highland lake scenery. Attend a farewell dinner in the evening.
Day11:Urumqi-Departure*

Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking the Xinjiang Express Snow Lotus, Panda Trains: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinshu 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)
Arrange airport/train station drop-off based on flight or train schedule, end the Southern Xinjiang journey.
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
In 2026, the Xinjiang Express launches two new carriage sets: luxury and comfort. The luxury carriage with a capacity of 6 people has 1 carriage; the luxury carriage with a capacity of 8 people has 5 carriages; the comfort carriage with a capacity of 10 people has 7 carriages. All carriages have private bathrooms, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, offering high-end services. The overall design is simple yet elegant, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural charm.
Xinjiang Express Zungui Jinzuan Three-Compartment Luxury Carriage/Capacity 6 People, Total 1 Carriage. Each carriage has 3 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into a double bed). All compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, bathrooms with wet-dry separation. Each carriage can accommodate 6 guests. Multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture. Zungui Jinzuan Three-Compartment Reference Size: Total compartment area: approx. 12 sqm; Bathroom area: 1.5 sqm; Shower room area: 1.06 sqm; Bed size: Double bed: 2*1.7m / Single bed: 2*0.85m
Xinjiang Express Xiyue Jinzuan Four-Compartment Luxury Carriage/Capacity 8 People, Total 5 Carriages. Each 8-person carriage has 4 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into a double bed). All compartments are equipped with leisure tables and chairs, bathrooms with wet-dry separation. Each carriage can accommodate 8 guests. Multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture. Xiyue Jinzuan Four-Compartment Reference Size: Total compartment area: approx. 10 sqm; Bathroom area: 1.5 sqm; Shower room area: 1.06 sqm; Bed size: Double bed: 2*1.7m Single bed: 2*0.85m

Dynamic and Static Combination: Sightsee during the day, rest on the train at night, saving energy.Xinjiang Express Boyue Jinzuan Five-Compartment Comfort Carriage/Capacity 10-20 People, Total 7 Carriages. Each 10-person carriage has 5 compartments, each with a bathroom with wet-dry separation. Each carriage can accommodate 10 guests. Total compartment area: approx. 8 sqm; Upper bunk size: 2*0.78; Lower bunk size: 2*0.78; Bathroom area: 1.26 sqm; Shower room area: 0.9 sqm
🗓 ️ Departure Dates and Reference Prices
May 6, May 14
Zungui Jinzuan:59999 RMB/person
Xiyue Jinzuan:54999 RMB/person
Boyue Jinzuan:49999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Zungui Jinzuan:67999 RMB/person
Xiyue Jinzuan:62999 RMB/person
Boyue Jinzuan:56999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25

Elderly-Friendly: Relaxed itinerary pace, service facilities consider the needs of seniors.Zungui Jinzuan:69999 RMB/person
Xiyue Jinzuan:63999 RMB/person
Boyue Jinzuan:58999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
September 3
Zungui Jinzuan:71999 RMB/person
Xiyue Jinzuan:65999 RMB/person
Boyue Jinzuan:59999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:30000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Zungui Jinzuan:44999 RMB/person
Xiyue Jinzuan:39999 RMB/person

Private and Comfortable: All carriages have private bathrooms, providing a quiet and private resting space.Boyue Jinzuan:36999 RMB/person
Third and Fourth Person:20000 RMB/person
> Warm Tips:The above are reference prices for 2026. Actual prices may fluctuate due to factors such as departure dates and policies. Please refer to the contract signed with Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📋 Booking and Registration
1. Consultation: Contact the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to confirm departure dates, prices, and availability.
2. Contracting: After communicating details with customer service, sign a formal travel contract and make payment.
3. Preparation: Prepare personal materials such as visas and insurance as guided by customer service.
📞 Contact Information
Phone:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
WeChat:Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
🏢 Registration Method:
Can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📝 Fee and Service Description

🛌 Detailed Explanation of Carriages and Compartments✅ Included Items (Example)
Train berth seats and hotel accommodation.
Most meals indicated in the itinerary.
First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for attractions in the itinerary.
Train and ground transportation costs.
Guide, tour leader, and on-board service personnel fees.
Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance.
❌ Excluded Items (Example)
Personal round-trip transportation to Urumqi.
Meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary.
Personal expenses during free time.
Additional costs due to force majeure factors.
> Note:Specific included and excluded items are subject to actual consultation and contract.

The 2026 Xinjiang Express luxury and comfort carriages feature three types of compartments: Zungui Jinzuan, Xiyue Jinzuan, and Boyue Jinzuan. All compartments are equipped with bathrooms (wet-dry separation), leisure reception areas, and custom furniture.🌟 Why Choose the Snow Lotus Xinjiang Express?
Compared to regular bus tours:The train has one berth throughout, no need to move luggage or change vehicles daily, greatly saving energy.
Compared to flights + hotels:The train turns long-distance travel into a ‘mobile viewing corridor,’ with a slower pace and deeper experience, especially suitable for photography and leisure travel enthusiasts.
Compared to regular tourist trains:The Snow Lotus Xinjiang Express has fully upgraded hardware (bathrooms, star-rated dining) and services (on-board medical staff, intangible cultural heritage experiences), making it more suitable for travelers with quality requirements.
👨 ‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable Groups
Retirees:Relaxed itinerary, comprehensive services, medical support.
Family Travel:Private bathroom compartments offer good privacy, connecting rooms convenient for caring for elderly and children.
Travelers Who Dislike Hassle:Eliminates the trouble of frequently changing hotels, a worry-free choice for long-distance travel.
❤ ️ Enduring Charm
1. ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ Brand Assurance: A high-end brand developed by Xinjiang Railway, with guaranteed quality.
2. ‘Mobile Hotel + Full-Guide’ Model: Saves effort and worry, complete experience.
3. Elderly-Friendly and All-Age Design: Thoughtful details, making travel for seniors more reassuring.
4. Slow Travel and Deep Experience: Relaxed pace, truly ‘entering’ Xinjiang.
5. Word-of-Mouth Reputation: Years of operation have accumulated many loyal customers, forming a good brand reputation.