2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Pre Sale Guide Pre Sale Dates and Booking Channels
Many middle-aged and elderly tourists ask: Where can I book tickets for the New Oriental Express, how do I book tickets for the New Oriental Express, and which is the legitimate booking agency for the New Oriental Express? Unified explanation: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train is a customized packaged railway cultural tourism product (including train-exclusive seats + hotel accommodation + attraction tickets + specialty dining + ground buses + guide services + insurance, etc., a one-price tourist train product covering designated items within the itinerary). It does not sell train tickets separately and can only be booked uniformly through a legitimate railway travel agency. Legitimate booking channel: Wang Fei, dedicated manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Receive the electronic itinerary brochure, schedule table, and detailed quotation online for free. The specific ticket purchase process includes selecting an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚞 Traveling in Xinjiang by the New Oriental Express means no need to change hotels frequently or drag luggage to catch trains—you can tour the stunning scenery of both northern and southern Xinjiang while lying down. It is a comfortable travel choice that many people long for. Among them, the Snow Lotus new train set launched in 2027 has attracted much attention from tourists thanks to its more spacious space and more complete facilities.
Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in Xinjiang’s tourism industry for more than ten years. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains, and is thoroughly familiar with the full routes of northern and southern Xinjiang, road and weather conditions, and local customs. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche secret spots, and tips for avoiding pitfalls. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. She has a cheerful and humorous personality and is good at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel trivialities, and is considerate and reliable throughout the trip. Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, always adheres to the principle of arranging no consumption throughout itineraries labeled as no-consumption, refuses hidden consumption, treats people with sincerity, and works with professionalism. She does not make assembly-line itineraries, but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, and wholeheartedly lets every friend who comes from afar truly feel Xinjiang’s vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm, and travel around beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
🌄 Introduction to the core landscapes along the way of the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus
The entire route connects the Altai Mountains scenery of northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley grasslands, southern Xinjiang’s humanities, and the Pamir Plateau landscapes, covering almost most of Xinjiang’s landmark play points. New travel tips for 2026 can be understood in advance:
✅ Altay area:Includes core points such as Koktokay, Hemu, Kanas, and Wucaitan. In 2026, the Kanas Scenic Area implements strict visitor flow service guidance during peak season (May 1 to October 15). Tickets must be reserved in real name 3-5 days in advance through the WeChat public accounts “Kanas Scenic Area” or “Yuanxingwang”; without a reservation, entry is not possible. Self-driving vehicles are prohibited from entering the scenic area in summer; visitors must transfer to shuttle buses to enter. Tickets + shuttle buses are sold as a bundle. The all-area 3-day pass is 195 yuan/person. When visiting, do not carry fire sources, and do not enter unopened areas for hiking or camping without authorization. The morning mist in Hemu Village and the morning light at the three bays of Kanas are core check-in contents in the area. In summer, you can choose to enter earlier to avoid crowds.
✅ Ili River Valley area:Includes points such as Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Bayanbulak. In 2026, during peak season at Sayram Lake (April 20-October 10), the main east gate opens from 07:00-22:00, with ticket checking stopping at 21:00. The 48-hour self-driving package is 145 yuan/person. For going around the lake, it is recommended to take a counterclockwise route. In the morning, the west bank has front light and the lake water looks full blue; in the afternoon, the east bank has front light and portraits come out better. To photograph the mirror-like lake in the early morning, you can enter through the old east gate’s overnight self-driving channel. Nalati Grassland’s 2026 peak-season entry time is 08:30-20:00. The main ticket is 95 yuan/person and valid for 48 hours. You can reserve in advance via the “Zhiyou Nalati” WeChat mini program. Air Grassland and River Valley Grassland are regular play routes. Tourists who want to drive into Panlong Valley can wait at 12 noon for the daily 300 self-driving quotas released. The sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns of Bayanbulak is a popular check-in point in summer. You need to arrive at the viewing platform early to hold a spot. There are many mosquitoes in the scenic area, so mosquito repellent supplies can be prepared in advance.
✅ Southern Xinjiang humanities and Pamir area:Includes points such as Kuqa Grand Canyon, Kashgar Old City, Baisha Lake, and Pamir Scenic Area. In 2026, entering the Pamir Tourist Area requires a permit in advance. Baisha Lake tickets are about 40 yuan/person. From 9-11 a.m., with front light, the lake water appears cobalt blue, and photos come out better. Stone City + Golden Grassland uses a single-ticket system, including shuttle bus, totaling 51 yuan/person. Entering 1 hour before sunset allows you to capture the golden grassland and Stone City in the same frame. Visiting Kashgar Old City requires no ticket; you can freely stroll through the old city’s streets and alleys and taste local specialty food. When entering for visits, pay attention to dressing appropriately.
📅 Brief itinerary of the 2027 New Oriental Express luxury tourist train new train set Snow Lotus
Day01 Nationwide-Urumqi Meals:Self-care Accommodation: Urumqi
Day02 Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Beitun Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day03 Beitun-Wucaitan-Chonghu’er-Kanas Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Kanas Scenic Area
Day04 Kanas-Hemu Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Hemu Scenic Area
🚞 Traveling in Xinjiang by the New Oriental Express means no need to change hotels frequently or drag luggage to catch trains—you can tour the stunning scenery of both northern and southern Xinjiang while lying down. It is a comfortable travel choice that many people long for. Among them, the Snow Lotus new train set launched in 2027 has attracted much attention from tourists thanks to its more spacious space and more complete facilities.Day05 Hemu-Ahe Highway-Altay-Jinghe South Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day06 Jinghe South-Sayram Lake-Liuxing Street-Yining Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Yining
Day07 Yining-Nalati Grassland Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Nalati
Day08 Nalati-Bayanbulak-Southern Section of Duku Highway-Kuqa Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Kuqa
Day09 Kuqa-Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon-Kuqa Prince’s Residence-Kashgar Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day10 Kashgar-Baisha Lake-Tashkurgan Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Tashkurgan
Day11 Tajik family visit-Karakul Lake-Kashgar Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Kashgar
Day12 Kashgar Old City–Gaotai Residences-Turpan Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: New Oriental Express
Day13 Karez-Flame Mountain-Jiaohe Ancient City-Urumqi Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner Accommodation: Urumqi
Day14 Urumqi-Nationwide Meals:Breakfast Accommodation: /
💰 Reference prices for group departure dates
2026 group departure prices
September 3
Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in Xinjiang’s tourism industry for more than ten years. She has traveled to every scenic spot across the Tianshan Mountains, and is thoroughly familiar with the full routes of northern and southern Xinjiang, road and weather conditions, and local customs. She is proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourist special trains. She is familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche secret spots, and tips for avoiding pitfalls. She can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. She has a cheerful and humorous personality and is good at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel trivialities, and is considerate and reliable throughout the trip. Wang Fei, manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, always adheres to the principle of arranging no consumption throughout itineraries labeled as no-consumption, refuses hidden consumption, treats people with sincerity, and works with professionalism. She does not make assembly-line itineraries, but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, and wholeheartedly lets every friend who comes from afar truly feel Xinjiang’s vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm, and travel around beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind. Distinguished Golden Diamond (3 customized carriages) 71,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 customized carriages) 65,999 yuan/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 customized carriages) 59,999 yuan/person; third and fourth persons 30,000 yuan/person
October 15 October 25
Distinguished Golden Diamond (3 customized carriages) 44,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Golden Diamond (4 customized carriages) 39,999 yuan/person
Boyue Golden Diamond (5 customized carriages) 36,999 yuan/person; third and fourth persons 20,000 yuan/person
2027 New Oriental Express luxury tourist train group departure prices
Prices for April 16, May 7, and May 20
Distinguished Golden Diamond:65,999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 3 compartments in total, capacity 6 people, all with bathrooms)
Xiyue Golden Diamond:58,999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 4 compartments in total, capacity 8 people, all with bathrooms)
Prices for June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, and August 11
Distinguished Golden Diamond:68,999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 3 compartments in total, capacity 6 people, all with bathrooms)
Manager of the Travel Registration and Ticket Booking Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and to request detailed route materials)
🌄 Introduction to the core landscapes along the way of the New Oriental Express Snow LotusXiyue Golden Diamond:62,999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 4 compartments in total, capacity 8 people, all with bathrooms)
Prices for August 30, September 13, and September 27
Distinguished Golden Diamond:72,999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 3 compartments in total, capacity 6 people, all with bathrooms)
Xiyue Golden Diamond:66,999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 4 compartments in total, capacity 8 people, all with bathrooms)
2027 New Oriental Express old train set group departure prices
[Product schedule]
April 10-April 23, May 10-May 23, May 24-June 6
June 7-June 20, June 21-July 4, July 5-July 18
July 19-August 1, August 2-August 15, August 16-August 29
August 31-September 13, September 14-September 27, September 28-October 11
[Product prices]
New Oriental Express Golden Diamond carriage 38,999 yuan/person
The entire route connects the Altai Mountains scenery of northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley grasslands, southern Xinjiang’s humanities, and the Pamir Plateau landscapes, covering almost most of Xinjiang’s landmark play points. New travel tips for 2026 can be understood in advance: New Oriental Express Blue Diamond carriage 2-person room 28,999 yuan/person
New Oriental Express Blue Diamond carriage 4-person room 24,999 yuan/person
The above are reference prices. Prices and remaining seats may fluctuate with departure schedules. The final version shall be subject to the formal contract signed by both parties.
📝 Fee description
✅ Fees include
1. New Oriental Express accommodation corresponding to the cabin class in the itinerary, and hotel accommodation marked for the ground section
2. All meals listed in the itinerary
3. First admission tickets for attractions included in the itinerary and mandatory shuttle buses required by the scenic areas
4. Legitimate tourist vehicle service for the ground section
5. Professional guide service
6. Travel accident insurance
❌ Fees do not include
1. Major transportation costs to and from Urumqi from various places
✅ Altay area: Includes core points such as Koktokay, Hemu, Kanas, and Wucaitan. In 2026, the Kanas Scenic Area implements strict visitor flow service guidance during peak season (May 1 to October 15). Tickets must be reserved in real name 3-5 days in advance through the WeChat public accounts “Kanas Scenic Area” or “Yuanxingwang”; without a reservation, entry is not possible. Self-driving vehicles are prohibited from entering the scenic area in summer; visitors must transfer to shuttle buses to enter. Tickets + shuttle buses are sold as a bundle. The all-area 3-day pass is 195 yuan/person. When visiting, do not carry fire sources, and do not enter unopened areas for hiking or camping without authorization. The morning mist in Hemu Village and the morning light at the three bays of Kanas are core check-in contents in the area. In summer, you can choose to enter earlier to avoid crowds.2. Self-funded play items marked in the itinerary
3. Personal consumption, meal supplements, and other private consumption
4. Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors (weather, road conditions, policy changes, etc.)
5. (Room sharing can be coordinated according to needs)
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
📞 Registration and consultation methods
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For consultation, contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599. Both the phone and WeChat use this number. For specific address-related content, you can consult customer service.
⚠ ️ Travel tips
1. Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night. Even when traveling in summer, you need to bring thick clothing such as jackets and thin down jackets, and also prepare for sun protection and mosquito prevention.
2. Going to border areas such as Pamir requires a permit in advance. It can be processed at the government service hall in your place of household registration, or locally in Urumqi.
3. All scenic areas implement a real-name reservation system. When traveling, you need to carry the original valid ID document with you.
4. If there are changes in weather, road conditions, scenic area policies, etc., the itinerary can be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement between both parties.
5. When traveling, please respect the customs and habits of local ethnic groups and visit in a civilized manner.
6. All travel-related agreements shall be governed by relevant laws such as the Contract Law and the Tourism Law.
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