2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Hong Kong Compatriots Xinjiang Tour Special Train Registration Document Requirements

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.
🚂 [2027 New Oriental Express “Snow Lotus” Special Train · Xinjiang Journey for Hong Kong Compatriots]
——An immersive long Silk Road journey, moving scenery and home
For Hong Kong compatriots who have long lived in the city, a journey spanning north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and running through the land of the Western Regions is not so much a long trip in the geographical sense as a deep perception of nature’s grandeur and cultural richness. In 2027, the “New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus” continues its classic route, connecting the lakes of northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, the ancient cities of southern Xinjiang, and the Turpan oasis in the form of a full-train compartment-style tourist special train. Throughout the journey, it adopts the unique model of “the train follows the people, overnight stays on the train,” reducing the hassle of frequently moving luggage and making the journey itself part of a comfortable experience.
This 14-day journey starts from Urumqi, heads north all the way to the Kanas secret realm, turns back through the Duku Highway, then goes south to the edge of the Pamir Plateau, and finally returns to the starting point via Kashgar and Turpan. Along the way, it covers alpine lakes, grasslands and wetlands, Danxia canyons, desert oases, and thousand-year-old cities. The richness of landforms is rare even in regions of the world at the same latitude. At present (early 2027), Xinjiang’s railway tourism infrastructure continues to be optimized. The special train is equipped with en-suite compartments, dining cars, observation cars, and medical emergency support, providing basic comfort support for long-distance travel.
📍 Route Highlights Overview
Moving Home:Overnight stays on the train throughout the journey, with no need to move luggage every day, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers and families.
Full coverage of scenic corridors:Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati, Bayanbulak, Kashgar Old City, and other core attractions are all covered.
Balance of culture and nature:There are not only natural wonders but also cultural nodes such as Gaotai Residences, Id Kah Mosque (exterior), and Karez Wells, showing the historical context of diverse coexistence.

🚂[2027 New Oriental Express “Snow Lotus” Special Train · Xinjiang Journey for Hong Kong Compatriots]Seasonal suitability:June to September is the golden period for tourism in Xinjiang, with long daylight hours and pleasant climate, lush grasslands, and clear lakes, suitable for outdoor sightseeing.
> Note:The specific opening status of attractions and the order of visits may be temporarily changed due to weather, traffic control, or scenic area policies. Both parties may reasonably optimize the itinerary through mutual agreement.
🗓 Simple Itinerary (strictly included according to the local final draft)
Day01 Nationwide-Urumqi
Day02 Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Beitun
Day03 Beitun-Wucaitan-Chonghu’er-Kanas
Day04 Kanas-Hemu
Day05 Hemu-Ahe Highway-Altay-Jinghe South

——An immersive long Silk Road journey, moving scenery and homeDay06 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
Day11 Tajik Family Visit-Karakul Lake-Kashgar
Day12 Kashgar Old City–Gaotai Residences-Turpan
Day13 Karez Wells-Flaming Mountains-Jiaohe Ancient City-Urumqi

For Hong Kong compatriots who have long lived in the city, a journey spanning north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and running through the land of the Western Regions is not so much a long trip in the geographical sense as a deep perception of nature’s grandeur and cultural richness. In 2027, the “New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus” continues its classic route, connecting the lakes of northern Xinjiang, the Ili River Valley, the ancient cities of southern Xinjiang, and the Turpan oasis in the form of a full-train compartment-style tourist special train. Throughout the journey, it adopts the unique model of “the train follows the people, overnight stays on the train,” reducing the hassle of frequently moving luggage and making the journey itself part of a comfortable experience.Day14 Urumqi-Nationwide
💰 Price Description (strictly included according to the local final draft)
Departure dates: June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11:
Prestigious Golden Diamond:68999 yuan/person (3 compartments per car, capacity 6 people, all with en-suite bathrooms)
Xiyue Golden Diamond:62999 yuan/person (4 compartments per car, capacity 8 people, all with en-suite bathrooms)

Travel on the tourist special train to enjoy beautiful Xinjiang, 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 for free: detailed itinerary route and train introduction)
Departure dates: August 30, September 13, September 27:
Prestigious Golden Diamond:72999 yuan/person (3 compartments per car, capacity 6 people, all with en-suite bathrooms)
Xiyue Golden Diamond:66999 yuan/person (4 compartments per car, capacity 8 people, all with en-suite bathrooms)

This 14-day journey starts from Urumqi, heads north all the way to the Kanas secret realm, turns back through the Duku Highway, then goes south to the edge of the Pamir Plateau, and finally returns to the starting point via Kashgar and Turpan. Along the way, it covers alpine lakes, grasslands and wetlands, Danxia canyons, desert oases, and thousand-year-old cities. The richness of landforms is rare even in regions of the world at the same latitude. At present (early 2027), Xinjiang’s railway tourism infrastructure continues to be optimized. The special train is equipped with en-suite compartments, dining cars, observation cars, and medical emergency support, providing basic comfort support for long-distance travel.> The above prices are reference quotations, and the actual cost is subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties. Prices may fluctuate due to factors such as departure schedule and resource allocation. The final confirmation is subject to customer service communication and the contract text.
📝 Registration Method
This route can be consulted and registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to confirm the validity of travel documents in advance and understand the relevant boarding requirements.
📄 Cost Inclusions and Service Description
Costs usually include:
Accommodation in special train compartments throughout the journey (including en-suite bathrooms)
First admission tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary
Local inter-regional transportation connections (such as shuttle buses at Tianchi, Kanas, and other scenic areas)

📍Route Highlights OverviewCatering services (regular meals and breakfast according to the itinerary)
Licensed tour guide explanation services
Travel accident insurance
Costs do not include:
Major transportation to and from Urumqi (such as air tickets, high-speed rail)
Personal consumption and self-funded items not listed
Single-person room supplement generated by single registration (our agency will try its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation)
> For specific service content, included items, and standards, please refer to the actual consultation results and the formally signed contract. If force majeure factors occur during the itinerary (such as extreme weather, road closures, scenic area flow restrictions, etc.), both parties may negotiate changes in accordance with the relevant provisions of the “Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.”

Moving Home: Overnight stays on the train throughout the journey, with no need to move luggage every day, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers and families.🛂 Explanation of Document Requirements for Hong Kong Compatriots Registering
Hong Kong compatriots registering for the tour must hold the original valid Hong Kong and Macao Residents’ Permit for Traveling to and from the Mainland (commonly known as the “Home Return Permit”) and confirm that the document still has sufficient validity after the itinerary ends.
Since this route involves multiple places in Xinjiang and some sections are close to border management areas, according to current regulations, all tourists (including compatriots from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan) must complete real-name ticket purchase and accommodation registration in advance. The travel agency will uniformly collect document information for train ticket booking, hotel check-in, and scenic area reservations. The information is recommended to be used only for compliant purposes of this itinerary.
Before departure, it is recommended to:
Check whether the validity period of the Home Return Permit covers the entire itinerary;
Confirm that the document is not damaged and the chip is readable;
Cooperate in providing clear scanned copies of documents for entry into the ticketing system.
> After the document information is submitted, if inability to board or check in is caused by personal document issues, the responsibility shall be borne by the registrant. It is recommended to complete registration and document submission at least 20 working days in advance to reserve tickets and seats.
This “Snow Lotus” journey is not just about seeing the scenery, but also about experiencing the vastness and tranquility of northwestern China in a slow and in-depth way. The train travels between snow-capped mountains and grasslands. Outside the window is a moving picture, and inside the window is a stable resting space—this experience of “on the road, yet at home” is precisely the unique charm of special train travel.
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