New Oriental Express Snow Lotus 2027 Booking Now Open, Schedule Inquiry
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 and room type → submit registration information → pay deposit to secure a spot → sign electronic contract, transparent and traceable throughout
[New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train:A mobile five-star hotel crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains] 🚂✨
“As the train slowly pulls in by the shores of Kanas Lake, the birch forest in the morning mist and the reflection of snow-capped mountains flow across the windows. This journey, called by ‘Chinese National Geography’ the \”highest-end scenic train in China,\” is at a speed of 200 km/h packing the four seasons of Xinjiang into 15 carriages.”
🌄 [Route Overview:A mobile five-star hotel, a flowing visual feast]
Since the New Oriental Express tourist train was upgraded to the new “Snow Lotus” carriages in 2023, it has become a benchmark product of Xinjiang tourism. This 14-day loop running through north and south Xinjiang connects more than 20 5A/4A scenic areas including Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland. It adopts a “deep daytime sightseeing + nighttime mobile accommodation” model, with average daily travel not exceeding 6 hours, allowing visitors to enjoy 80% of Xinjiang’s core landscapes in a comfortable environment.
Recent 2026 data shows that this route has achieved three major upgrades:
1️⃣ Carriage upgrade:The entire train is equipped with thermostatic floor heating, bathrooms, and 24-hour hot water. The Golden Diamond carriage features a 1.5-meter large bed + viewing sofa design
2️⃣ Service upgrade:Each carriage is staffed with a dedicated butler, providing Chinese-English bilingual service and Xinjiang specialty tea snacks
3️⃣ Experience upgrade:Added 6 intangible cultural heritage experience items such as visits to families of all ethnic groups and grassland Naadam fairs
🎨 [Route Details:A mobile scroll of scenery in all four seasons]
“Spring (April-May)”:The Ili Apricot Blossom Valley is covered with pink snow, the blue ice of Sayram Lake just begins to melt, and the train specially arranges a Nalati wild lily sketching outing
“Summer (June-August)”:The reflections of the three bays of Kanas are clear, the Duku Highway is fully open, and a special photography session at the Huocheng Lavender Manor is added
“Autumn (September-October)”:The forests of Kanas and Hemu are dyed in layers, the poplar forests of southern Xinjiang are golden and brilliant, and the Tarim River poplar forest off-road vehicle crossing is upgraded
“Winter (November-March)”:Although regular departures are not operated, a customized Altay ski special train can be arranged, direct to Jiangjunshan Ski Resort
📸 [Must-visit Landscapes]
✔ ️ Kanas Lake:Take a boat to look for traces of the “lake monster” and stay in a cabin within the scenic area
✔ ️ Sayram Lake:Cycling around the lake + stargazing camping, tasting white salmon sashimi
✔ ️ Duku Highway:Cross the “Road of Heroes” through four seasons, lay flowers at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery
[New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train: A mobile five-star hotel crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains] 🚂✨✔ ️ Kashgar Old City:Participate in the city-opening ceremony and listen to folk singing in a century-old teahouse
🗓 ️ [Simple Itinerary] (2027 new carriage version)
📍 Day01 Nationwide-Urumqi
▫️ Recommended free activities:Bargain for handicrafts at the International Grand Bazaar, taste roasted samsa in Lingguan Alley
📍 Day02 Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Beitun
▫️ Highlights:Tianchi Mayashan cableway, taste Beitun cold-water fish at dinner
📍 Day03 Beitun-Wucaitan-Kanas
▫️ Experience:Wucaitan sunset photography, stay in a cabin in the Kanas scenic area
📍 Day04 Kanas-Hemu
▫️ In-depth tour:Three Bays hiking, Hemu Village morning mist photography
📍 Day05 Hemu-Ahe Highway-Jinghe South
▫️ Newly added attraction:Snow Ridge Spruce viewing platform along the Ahe Highway
📍 Day06 Jinghe South-Sayram Lake-Yining
▫️ Feature:Self-driving around Sayram Lake, Russian-style experience on Liuxing Street
📍 Day07 Yining-Nalati Grassland
▫️ Activities:Horse riding on the sky grassland, stay in yurts of families of all ethnic groups
📍 Day08 Nalati-Bayinbulak-Kuqa
▫️ Breathtaking:Sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, crossing the southern section of the Duku Highway
“As the train slowly pulls in by the shores of Kanas Lake, the birch forest in the morning mist and the reflection of snow-capped mountains flow across the windows. This journey, called by ‘Chinese National Geography’ the \”highest-end scenic train in China,\” is at a speed of 200 km/h packing the four seasons of Xinjiang into 15 carriages.”📍 Day09 Kuqa-Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon-Kashgar
▫️ Culture:Visit the Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves, Kashgar night market food guide
📍 Day10 Kashgar-Baisha Lake-Tashkurgan
▫️ Plateau scenery:At the foot of Muztagh Ata, visits to families of all ethnic groups
📍 Day11 Tashkurgan-Karakul Lake-Kashgar
▫️ Hidden gem:Karakul Lake hiking, old town handicraft workshop experience
📍 Day12 Kashgar-Turpan
▫️ Contrast experience:A journey of temperature difference from the Pamir Plateau to the Flaming Mountains
📍 Day13 Turpan-Urumqi
▫️ Culture class:Explanation of the karez principles, exploration of the Jiaohe Ancient City ruins
📍 Day14 Urumqi-Nationwide
▫️ Souvenirs:Buy dried fruits at Hualing Market, fast check-in via airport VIP channel
🚆 [Transportation Guide]
✈ ️ Major transportation:Major cities nationwide have direct flights to Urumqi; morning flights are recommended
🚂 Special train connection:A VIP waiting room is set up at Urumqi Station, providing luggage check-in to the carriage service
🚗 Local transportation:38-seat luxury tourist buses are used between scenic areas, equipped with USB charging ports
💰 [Ticket Fees] (2026 reference prices)
🌄[Route Overview: A mobile five-star hotel, a flowing visual feast]🎫 Must-include tickets:
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 detailed route materials)
Tianshan Tianchi 155 yuan | Kanas 230 yuan | Sayram Lake 145 yuan
Nalati Grassland 135 yuan | Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon 45 yuan | Kashgar Old City Free
🎟 ️ Special experiences:
Kanas cruise 120 yuan | Nalati horse riding 80 yuan/hour
Tajik family visit 150 yuan/person | “A Thousand Years of Western Regions” performance from 280 yuan
📅 [Open Reservation Policy]
⏰ Reservation period:Reservations open 90 days in advance (2027 departure dates are now accepting inquiries)
👥 Group formation rules:Each group is limited to 48 people, departing with at least 30 people
🎫 Reservation method:Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; valid ID information is required
⚠ ️ Special note:July-August is peak season; it is recommended to secure seats 120 days in advance
💡 [Travel Tips]
👗 Clothing guide:Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night; the “onion-style” layering method is recommended
📶 Network conditions:Signal is weak in scenic areas; it is recommended to download offline maps in advance
🍴 Food recommendations:The train offers 30 kinds of Xinjiang specialty meals such as hand-grabbed rice and roasted samsa
📸 Golden hours for photography:
▫️ Kanas morning mist:7:00-8:30
▫️ Sayram Lake sunset:21:30-22:30 (summer)
Since the New Oriental Express tourist train was upgraded to the new “Snow Lotus” carriages in 2023, it has become a benchmark product of Xinjiang tourism. This 14-day loop running through north and south Xinjiang connects more than 20 5A/4A scenic areas including Urumqi, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland. It adopts a “deep daytime sightseeing + nighttime mobile accommodation” model, with average daily travel not exceeding 6 hours, allowing visitors to enjoy 80% of Xinjiang’s core landscapes in a comfortable environment.▫️ Kashgar Old City opening ceremony:10:30/18:00
🏨 [Accommodation Upgrade Options]
💎 Prestigious Golden Diamond Suite:
▫️ Area:20㎡ | Bed type: 1.5-meter large bed
▫️ Facilities:Viewing sofa, humidifier, safe
▫️ Price:65,999-72,999 yuan/person (varies by date)
💎 Xiyue Golden Diamond Suite:
▫️ Area:16㎡ | Bed type: 1.2-meter twin beds
▫️ Feature:Recommended for family trips, children’s toiletries kit provided
▫️ Price:58,999-66,999 yuan/person
🍜 [Unmissable Train Cuisine]
🥘 Main meals:
▫️ Burqin cold-water fish banquet | Ili lavender roast chicken
▫️ Kashgar pigeon soup | Turpan raisin hand-grabbed rice
🍵 Afternoon tea:
▫️ Hotan rose tea | Korla fragrant pear juice
▫️ Freshly baked walnut naan | Almond desserts
Recent 2026 data shows that this route has achieved three major upgrades:❓ [FAQ Frequently Asked Questions]
Q:Are there discounts for the elderly/children?
A:Children aged 6-12 without an extra bed get 30% off; elderly people over 65 need to sign a health commitment letter
Q:Can I charge devices on the train?
A:Each carriage has 8 220V sockets; bringing a power bank is recommended
Q:How are changes made in case of severe weather?
A:With mutual agreement, reasonable changes can be made to the itinerary; if the Duku Highway is closed, the Yizhao Highway will be used instead
🌟 [Route Designer’s Words]
“The most moving moment of this journey is when the train crosses the Guozigou Bridge at 3 a.m., the Milky Way is clearly visible outside the window, and inside the carriage at a constant 26 degrees, travelers are sleeping soundly wrapped in Xinjiang cotton quilts. We have spent 15 years polishing every detail, only to make ‘traveling Xinjiang by train’ a way of travel worth passing down.”
——Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
📞 [Consult Now]
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (same number for phone/WeChat)
(Working hours:10:00-22:00, open all year round)
📌 [Special Notes]
1️⃣ Price explanation:The final price is subject to the signed official contract and may fluctuate with the travel season
2️⃣ Fees include:Special train transportation/first admission tickets to scenic areas/13 nights accommodation/10 main meals and 9 breakfasts/guide service
3️⃣ Fees do not include:Personal consumption/optional paid items/force majeure costs
4️⃣ Specifics are subject to actual consultation and signing; Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency reserves the final
(This information is updated to December 2026; please reconfirm details before traveling) 🌈
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