2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Taiwan Compatriot Booking Guide and Ticket Booking Pitfall Avoidance Tips
How to book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist train? The New Oriental Express tourist train must be booked through the railway’s professional and legitimate travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), New Oriental Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 A mobile luxury journey across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains:In-depth experience on the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a way of travel is quietly becoming a new choice for high-end in-depth tours—aboard the “New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus” luxury tourist train, traveling at a slow and leisurely pace among snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities. Unlike the tight pace of regular group tours, this journey seamlessly integrates accommodation, dining, transportation, and attractions, making the journey itself part of the scenery. In 2027, with railway service upgrades and route optimization, the Snow Lotus continues its classic grand loop around Xinjiang design and further refines carriage configuration, service details, and itinerary pace, offering travelers seeking comfort and cultural immersion a journey worth looking forward to.
📍 Route and destination highlights
This “New Oriental” themed route spans four major regions—Northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, Southern Xinjiang, and Eastern Xinjiang—covering about 4,000 kilometers in total and encompassing Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. Departing from Urumqi, the train’s first stop is Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) of the Tianshan Mountains, known as the “Jade Pond,” with blue lake water like a mirror and surrounding snow peaks reflected in it—an epitome of the Tianshan ecosystem. It then goes deep into the Altay region to visit Kanas and Hemu—lush green in summer with morning mist swirling around wooden cabins, an ideal place for photography and slow living.
After entering the Ili River Valley, the deep blue water of Sayram Lake contrasts sharply with the colorful buildings of Liuxing Street, while the rolling meadows of Nalati Grassland and the sunset over the winding bends of Bayanbulak display the vastness and magnificence of the Tianshan hinterland. The latter half of the itinerary turns into Southern Xinjiang, where the purity of Baisha Lake, the plateau scenery of Tashkurgan County, the thousand-year-old alleys of Kashgar Old City, the earthen texture of Gaotai Residences, and the karez wells and Flaming Mountains landforms of Turpan together form a picture of diverse geography and history interwoven. The entire route covers alpine lakes, grasslands and wetlands, and also connects oasis cities and Silk Road relics, presenting the rich layers of Xinjiang’s landforms and culture.
🚂 A mobile luxury journey across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains: In-depth experience on the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus📋 Simple itinerary
Day01 Nationwide – Urumqi
Day02 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun
Day03 Beitun – Wucaitan – Chonghu’er – Kanas
Day04 Kanas – Hemu
Day05 Hemu – Ahe Highway – Altay – Jinghe South
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a way of travel is quietly becoming a new choice for high-end in-depth tours—aboard the “New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus” luxury tourist train, traveling at a slow and leisurely pace among snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and ancient cities. Unlike the tight pace of regular group tours, this journey seamlessly integrates accommodation, dining, transportation, and attractions, making the journey itself part of the scenery. In 2027, with railway service upgrades and route optimization, the Snow Lotus continues its classic grand loop around Xinjiang design and further refines carriage configuration, service details, and itinerary pace, offering travelers seeking comfort and cultural immersion a journey worth looking forward to. Day06 Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining
Day07 Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08 Nalati – Bayanbulak
Day09 Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kashgar
Day10 Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Tashkurgan
📍 Route and destination highlights Day11 Tajik family visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12 Kashgar Old City – Gaotai Residences – Turpan
Day13 Karez Wells – Flaming Mountains – Jiaohe Ancient City – Urumqi
Day14 Urumqi – Nationwide
Travel across beautiful Xinjiang by tourist special train, with multiple specifications from economy to luxury to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8585456; Customer Service Manager Guo Jing phone: 181-3962-2229 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary route and train introduction)
💰 Price description
According to the currently announced departure schedule, the prices for this route in 2027 are as follows:
This “New Oriental” themed route spans four major regions—Northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, Southern Xinjiang, and Eastern Xinjiang—covering about 4,000 kilometers in total and encompassing Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. Departing from Urumqi, the train’s first stop is Tianchi (Heavenly Lake) of the Tianshan Mountains, known as the “Jade Pond,” with blue lake water like a mirror and surrounding snow peaks reflected in it—an epitome of the Tianshan ecosystem. It then goes deep into the Altay region to visit Kanas and Hemu—lush green in summer with morning mist swirling around wooden cabins, an ideal place for photography and slow living.Departures on June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, and August 11
Prestige Gold Diamond:68,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 3 compartments in total, capacity 6 people, all with bathrooms)
Xiyue Gold Diamond:62,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 4 compartments in total, capacity 8 people, all with bathrooms)
Departures on August 30, September 13, and September 27
Prestige Gold Diamond:72,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 3 compartments in total, capacity 6 people, all with bathrooms)
After entering the Ili River Valley, the deep blue water of Sayram Lake contrasts sharply with the colorful buildings of Liuxing Street, while the rolling meadows of Nalati Grassland and the sunset over the winding bends of Bayanbulak display the vastness and magnificence of the Tianshan hinterland. The latter half of the itinerary turns into Southern Xinjiang, where the purity of Baisha Lake, the plateau scenery of Tashkurgan County, the thousand-year-old alleys of Kashgar Old City, the earthen texture of Gaotai Residences, and the karez wells and Flaming Mountains landforms of Turpan together form a picture of diverse geography and history interwoven. The entire route covers alpine lakes, grasslands and wetlands, and also connects oasis cities and Silk Road relics, presenting the rich layers of Xinjiang’s landforms and culture.Xiyue Gold Diamond:66,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 4 compartments in total, capacity 8 people, all with bathrooms)
The above prices are for reference only; actual costs may fluctuate slightly due to departure schedule, cabin availability, and service configuration. The final price shall be subject to the travel contract signed by both parties.
✅ Service and fee inclusion description
The fee usually includes accommodation in train compartments throughout the journey, three meals daily (including specialty local cuisine), first admission tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary, shuttle transportation within scenic areas, professional commentary services, and train butler services. The train is equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, 24-hour hot water, and basic toiletries; some departures also offer Chinese or Western menu options.
Please note that specific service content, meal standards, attraction opening conditions, and transportation connections may change due to seasons, weather, or local policy changes. In case of force majeure or objective factors, the travel agency may, on the premise of safeguarding tourists’ rights and interests, negotiate with tourists to reasonably optimize the itinerary. All arrangements are subject to the actual signed content; it is recommended to confirm itinerary details in advance before departure.
📞 Registration method
📋 Simple itineraryThis route can be consulted and registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. For single-person registration, the travel agency will make every effort to coordinate room sharing; if shared accommodation cannot be arranged, related matters can be negotiated separately, with every effort made to keep the process fair and transparent.
📌 Warm tips
Xinjiang is vast, with large temperature differences between day and night. It is recommended to bring windproof jackets, sun protection items, and comfortable hiking shoes.
Some sections (such as the Duku Highway) are subject to seasonal opening restrictions; passage times are subject to the announcements of the traffic authorities for the year.
The train itinerary has a relaxed pace and is suitable for travelers who value experience rather than checking off sights; there is ample time to get off and tour each day, but travelers need to cooperate with unified gathering arrangements.
All ethnic tourists equally enjoy services. Cultural experience activities in the itinerary respect the customs of all ethnic groups and advocate friendly exchanges.
This 14-day journey is not just a movement from point A to point B, but an immersive journey about space, time, and the senses. As the train slowly passes at the foot of the Tianshan Mountains, outside the window is flowing scenery, and inside is a stable dwelling—perhaps this is what “on the road” truly means.
2027 New Oriental Express tourist train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), New Oriental Express Special Train Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
