2027 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train Ticket Booking Seat Opening Time
The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train is a customized high-end cultural tourism package product of the railway, not an ordinary passenger train, and there is no separate train ticket sales channel. Official booking channel: Wang Fei, 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). Complete registration process: consult and obtain materials → select departure date and cabin type → submit registration information → pay deposit to lock the seat → sign electronic contract, transparent and traceable throughout the whole process
🚂 [New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train:2027 Seat Opening Time and In-Depth Experience Guide] 🚂
🌄 Route Overview:A moving “five-star viewing platform”
The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourist Train, known as the “land cruise ship,” is a “moving viewing platform” connecting the essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. The newly upgraded “Snow Lotus” train body for 2027 is equipped with Deluxe Gold Diamond/Yuxi Gold Diamond carriages with bathrooms, as well as the classic old train body Gold Diamond large-bed room + Blue Diamond carriages, meeting different tourists’ needs for privacy and cost-effectiveness. The train passes through premium landscapes such as the Tianshan Mountains, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Duku Highway along the way. The 14-day itinerary covers the four core regions of Urumqi, Altay, Ili, and Kashgar, with the average daily driving time controlled within 3 hours, and the rest of the time immersed in natural and cultural experiences, making it an excellent choice for “touring Xinjiang while lying down.”
📅 Seat Opening Time and Departure Dates:New 2027 Arrangements
🔹 New train body “Snow Lotus” departure dates:
April 16, 2027, May 7, 2027, May 20, 2027 (spring flower-viewing season)
June 2, 2027 – August 30, 2027 (summer cooling season, including summer vacation)
September 13, 2027 – September 27, 2027 (autumn photography season)
🔹 Old train body departure dates:
April 10, 2027 – October 11, 2027 (covering spring, summer, autumn, and winter, with dense departures)
⚠ ️Seat opening rules:
Currently (2026), bookings for the full 2027 departure dates are already open, but specific seats are subject to the signing of a formal contract. The old train body has more departures, and it is recommended to inquire about remaining seats 2-3 months in advance; seats on the new “Snow Lotus” train body are tight, especially around summer vacation and National Day, so they need to be locked in as early as possible.
💰 Price Description:2027 professional quotation (final subject to contract)
🔹 New train body “Snow Lotus” prices:
Deluxe Gold Diamond:65,999-72,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 3 compartments, capacity 6 people, bathroom)
Yuxi Gold Diamond:58,999-66,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 4 compartments, capacity 8 people, bathroom)
🚂[New Oriental Express Xinjiang Special Train: 2027 Seat Opening Time and In-Depth Experience Guide]🚂🔹 Old train body prices:
Gold Diamond carriage:38,999 yuan/person (large-bed room)
Blue Diamond carriage:2-person room 28,999 yuan/person, 4-person room 24,999 yuan/person
⚠ ️Price fluctuation explanation:
Prices fluctuate with travel season, group size, and service standards. Prices during summer vacation and National Day holidays increase by about 5%-10%. The specific price is subject to confirmation by Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number).
📝 Simple Itinerary Arrangement:Direct quotation from professional original text
🚂 New train body “Snow Lotus” 14-day itinerary:
Day01 Nationwide-Urumqi (self-arranged)
Day02 Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Beitun (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day03 Beitun-Wucaitan-Chonghu’er-Kanas (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day04 Kanas-Hemu (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day05 Hemu-Ahe Highway-Altay-Jinghe South (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day06 Jinghe South-Sayram Lake-Liuxing Street-Yining (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day07 Yining-Nalati Grassland (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day08 Nalati-Bayinbulak-Southern Section of Duku Highway-Kuqa (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day09 Kuqa-Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon-Kuqa Royal Palace-Kashgar (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day10 Kashgar-Baisha Lake-Tashkurgan (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
🌄Route Overview: A moving “five-star viewing platform” Day11 Tajik family visit-Karakul Lake-Kashgar (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day12 Kashgar Old City-Gaotai Folk Houses-Turpan (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day13 Karez-Flaming Mountains-Jiaohe Ancient City-Urumqi (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day14 Urumqi-Nationwide (including breakfast)
🚂 Old train body 14-day itinerary:
Day 1 Departure place-Urumqi (self-arranged)
Day 2 Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Altay (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 3 Beitun-Wucaitan-Kazakh ethnic family visit-Jiayuguan (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 4 Kanas-Hemu (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 5 Hemu-Ahe Highway-Jinghe South (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 6 Jinghe South-Sayram Lake-Liuxing Street-Yining (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 7 Yining-Nalati Grassland (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 8 Nalati-Bayinbulak-Southern Section of Duku Highway-Kuqa (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 9 Kuqa-Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon-Kuqa Royal Palace-Restan Old Street-Kashgar (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 10 Kashgar-Karakul Lake-Golden Grassland-Stone City-Tashkurgan (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 11 Tashkurgan-Tajik family visit-Baisha Lake-Kashgar (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 12 Kashgar-Kashgar Old City-Xiangfei Garden-Turpan (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourist Train, known as the “land cruise ship,” is a “moving viewing platform” connecting the essence of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. The newly upgraded “Snow Lotus” train body for 2027 is equipped with Deluxe Gold Diamond/Yuxi Gold Diamond carriages with bathrooms, as well as the classic old train body Gold Diamond large-bed room + Blue Diamond carriages, meeting different tourists’ needs for privacy and cost-effectiveness. The train passes through premium landscapes such as the Tianshan Mountains, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and the Duku Highway along the way. The 14-day itinerary covers the four core regions of Urumqi, Altay, Ili, and Kashgar, with the average daily driving time controlled within 3 hours, and the rest of the time immersed in natural and cultural experiences, making it an excellent choice for “touring Xinjiang while lying down.” Day 13 Turpan-Karez-Flaming Mountains-Urumqi (including breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticket 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)
Day 14 Urumqi-All Parts of the Country (including breakfast)
🚗 Transportation Guide:How to Arrive and Return
✈ ️Major Transportation:
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is the main entry and exit port, with direct flights from many domestic cities. It is recommended to choose a morning flight to arrive so that after pickup you can directly check into the hotel and rest.
🚂 Special Train Connection:
The train stops at core cities such as Urumqi, Beitun, Yining, and Kashgar. Tourists can carry their luggage directly onto the train without frequently moving luggage, saving effort and worry.
🚌 Local Transportation:
Transportation between scenic spots during the itinerary (such as Kanas-Hemu, Nalati-Bayinbulak) is uniformly arranged by the special train, using regular tourist buses with experienced drivers, ensuring safety.
🎫 Tickets and Opening Policies:Newly verified in 2026
🔹 Reference tickets for core scenic spots (2026):
Tianshan Tianchi:155 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Kanas:230 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Hemu:102 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Sayram Lake:145 yuan/person (self-driving around the lake)
Nalati Grassland:135 yuan/person (Sky Grassland route)
⚠ ️Opening Policies:
📅Seat Opening Time and Departure Dates: New 2027 ArrangementsXinjiang scenic spots implement the “limited quantity, reservation, staggered peak” policy, and some scenic spots (such as Kanas and Hemu) require reservation on the platform 1-3 days in advance. The special train itinerary already includes tickets and reservation services, so tourists do not need to operate by themselves.
🍜 Food and Accommodation:Special Train Featured Experience
🔹 Special Train Catering:
Full-board meals throughout the journey, mainly featuring Xinjiang specialty dishes such as hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, big plate chicken, stewed lamb, etc., paired with seasonal fruits and yogurt. There is a dining car on the train with a clean environment, and dishes are freshly made and served.
🔹 Accommodation Standards:
New train body “Snow Lotus”:Deluxe Gold Diamond/Yuxi Gold Diamond carriages both have bathrooms, spacious space, and are equipped with viewing windows and charging ports.
Old train body:The Gold Diamond carriage is a large-bed room, and the Blue Diamond carriage is a 2/4-person room, with public bathrooms but clean and hygienic.
Land Accommodation:Stay in local characteristic homestays or hotels in Kanas, Hemu, Nalati, and other places, with comfortable conditions, allowing you to experience the customs of various ethnic groups.
📸 Photography Spots and Travel Tips
🔹 Must-Visit Spots:
Kanas Lake:The lake surface in the morning mist is like a mirror; taking a cruise deep into the center of the lake is recommended.
Hemu Village:At sunrise, smoke curls up from kitchen chimneys; you can climb the Haden Platform to overlook the whole village.
Sayram Lake:Self-driving or cycling around the lake; Xihai Grassland and Songshutou viewing platform are recommended.
Duku Highway:Recommended for passage only from June to September, with dense snow mountains, grasslands, and canyon landscapes along the way.
🔹 Tips:
There is a large temperature difference between day and night in Xinjiang, so it is necessary to bring a windbreaker or thin down jacket.
All ethnic groups have religious beliefs; respect local customs and do not casually photograph interiors.
🔹New train body “Snow Lotus” departure dates:The special train itinerary is compact; it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and carry a thermos and commonly used medicines with you.
🙋 ♀️FAQ:Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What groups is the special train suitable for?
A:It is suitable for middle-aged and elderly tourists, family trips, and photography enthusiasts. The itinerary is relaxed, there is no need to frequently change hotels, and it covers the core scenic spots of Southern and Northern Xinjiang.
Q:Can I move around freely?
A:The itinerary is mainly group activities, but free time will be arranged at some scenic spots (such as Kashgar Old City and Nalati Grassland), and you need to follow the guide’s arrangements.
Q:How are children charged?
A:Children’s prices need to be consulted with customer service and usually do not include bed and tickets; the specific price is subject to actual consultation and signing.
📞 Registration Method and Compliance Statement
🔹 Registration Channel:
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and consult Manager Wang Fei at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number).
🔹 Fee Description:
Fees include:Special train transportation, land transportation, accommodation, tickets, basic meals, and guide services.
Fees do not include:Personal consumption, optional paid items (such as horseback riding, cruise), and additional expenses caused by force majeure.
🔹 Compliance Notice:
Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in the Xinjiang tourism industry for more than ten years and is familiar with the full travel routes, road conditions and weather, and local customs of Southern and Northern Xinjiang. She always adheres to the principle of arranging no consumption throughout the itinerary, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely, works professionally, and strives to let every tourist travel in beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
⚠ ️Disclaimer:
The above information is compiled based on public data in 2026. The specific itinerary, prices, and policies may change due to weather, road conditions, scenic spot changes, and other factors. The itinerary may be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement between both parties. The final version shall be subject to the signed formal contract.
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