New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tourism Special Train Booking Middle aged and Elderly Travel Plan
How to purchase tickets for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train? The 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for ticket booking. It cannot be purchased through other channels like 12306. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour Train:Embark on a New Slow Travel Experience on the Silk Road
🚂 Train and Route Features:A Mobile ‘Five-Star Palace’
As Xinjiang’s first luxury tour train with private bathrooms in all compartments, the New Oriental Express focuses on ‘high-end customization and in-depth experience.’ After a comprehensive upgrade in 2026, it offers two types of carriages: luxury and comfort. All carriages are equipped with bathrooms, separate wet-dry shower areas, and panoramic windows. The train’s livery is inspired by the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus,’ featuring Xinjiang’s unique Adras silk patterns, while the interior incorporates intangible cultural heritage elements like ethnic embroidery and wood carvings, earning it the title ‘Mobile Cultural Museum.’
The route design breaks away from the traditional ‘whirlwind tour’ model of special trains, adopting a ‘day-stop, night-travel’ approach:Explore attractions in-depth during the day, and travel at night to save time and avoid fatigue from long journeys. Starting from Urumqi, it covers core scenic areas like Altay and Kanas in northern Xinjiang, and Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang. The longest one-way route reaches 4,000 kilometers, connecting over 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic spots.
🛏 ️ Compartment Configuration:Private Space and Humanized Design
The train features three types of compartments to meet different needs:
New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour Train: Embark on a New Slow Travel Experience on the Silk Road【Premium Gold Diamond Three-Bedroom Compartment】 (Luxury Type)
Capacity:6 people/carriage (3 standard twin rooms, some can be combined into a double bed)
Total Area:Approximately 12 square meters/room
Configuration:Bathroom (1.5 sqm), shower room (1.06 sqm), leisure sofa, custom storage cabinet, 24-hour hot water, humidifier, emergency call system
【Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Bedroom Compartment】 (Luxury Type)
Capacity:8 people/carriage (4 standard twin rooms, some can be combined into a double bed)
Total Area:Approximately 10 square meters/room
🚂 Train and Route Features: A Mobile ‘Five-Star Palace’Configuration:Bathroom (1.5 sqm), shower room (1.06 sqm), leisure table and chairs, smart temperature control system, USB charging ports
【Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Bedroom Compartment】 (Comfort Type)
Capacity:10 people/carriage (5 standard twin rooms)
Total Area:Approximately 8 square meters/room
Configuration:Bathroom (1.26 sqm), shower room (0.9 sqm), bunk bed design, reading light, luggage rack
All compartments use soundproofing and noise-reducing materials. Beds are up to 2 meters wide (double bed rooms), equipped with memory foam mattresses and Xinjiang long-staple cotton bedding. The bathrooms feature a wet-dry separation design to avoid dampness and odors.
As Xinjiang’s first luxury tour train with private bathrooms in all compartments, the New Oriental Express focuses on ‘high-end customization and in-depth experience.’ After a comprehensive upgrade in 2026, it offers two types of carriages: luxury and comfort. All carriages are equipped with bathrooms, separate wet-dry shower areas, and panoramic windows. The train’s livery is inspired by the ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus,’ featuring Xinjiang’s unique Adras silk patterns, while the interior incorporates intangible cultural heritage elements like ethnic embroidery and wood carvings, earning it the title ‘Mobile Cultural Museum.’🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary (2026 Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
The route design breaks away from the traditional ‘whirlwind tour’ model of special trains, adopting a ‘day-stop, night-travel’ approach: Explore attractions in-depth during the day, and travel at night to save time and avoid fatigue from long journeys. Starting from Urumqi, it covers core scenic areas like Altay and Kanas in northern Xinjiang, and Kashgar and the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang. The longest one-way route reaches 4,000 kilometers, connecting over 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic spots.Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
🛏️ Compartment Configuration: Private Space and Humanized DesignDay 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 Price Information (2026 Reference)
Train ticket prices fluctuate by season and are subject to the signed contract:
Peak Season (May-June, September):
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tour trains like the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Premium Gold Diamond:59,999-71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:54,999-65,999 RMB/person
The train features three types of compartments to meet different needs:Boyue Gold Diamond:49,999-59,999 RMB/person (third and fourth person: 30,000 RMB/person)
Off-Peak Season (October):
Premium Gold Diamond:44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:36,999 RMB/person (third and fourth person: 20,000 RMB/person)
Price includes: Full train accommodation, first entrance fees to scenic spots, 8 main meals + 7 breakfasts (including specialty meals like roast whole lamb and hand-pulled rice), guide and on-board doctor services, travel accident insurance. Price does not include: Personal expenses, optional activities (single travelers will be matched for shared rooms where possible).
【Premium Gold Diamond Three-Bedroom Compartment】 (Luxury Type)📝 Booking Process:Four Steps to Easily Secure Your Spot
1. Consult Customer Service: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service to confirm availability and departure dates;
2. Submit Materials: Provide copies of valid ID and health certificate (those over 70 need a family member to accompany);
3. Sign Contract: Pay a deposit (30%) and sign an electronic travel contract;
4. Pay Balance: Settle the remaining amount 30 days before departure and receive an electronic ticket.
📞 Registration Method
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with customer service providing one-on-one itinerary planning.
Capacity: 6 people/carriage (3 standard twin rooms, some can be combined into a double bed)💡 Service Advantages:Details Reflect Quality
Dietary Adaptation:Offers meals and low-salt, low-oil options, with Xinjiang specialty fruits and drinks at each meal;
Pace Control:Daily travel time does not exceed 4 hours, leaving over 3 hours for sightseeing;
Health Assurance:On-board general practitioner and emergency equipment, with a common medicine box on the train;
Elderly-Friendly Design:Carriage aisles are 1.2 meters wide, bathrooms have anti-slip handrails and emergency call buttons;
Luggage-Free:Luggage is checked throughout the trip; tourists are advised to carry only small bags.
Total Area: Approximately 12 square meters/room👥 Suitable For
Retirees:Avoid long-distance travel bumps and enjoy a slow-paced trip;
Family Tourists:Multi-generational travel, with compartments accommodating multiple people;
Photography Enthusiasts:Arrive at Kanas, Sayram Lake, etc., at dawn to capture morning mist and sunrise;
Business Travelers:Use night travel time to handle work and explore efficiently during the day.
🌟 Three Reasons for Sustained Popularity
1. Rarity: Xinjiang’s only tour train with private bathrooms in all compartments, operating for about 6 months a year, requiring booking 3 months in advance;
Configuration: Bathroom (1.5 sqm), shower room (1.06 sqm), leisure sofa, custom storage cabinet, 24-hour hot water, humidifier, emergency call system2. Cultural Immersion: Itinerary includes in-depth experiences like ethnic home visits and ethnic dance performances;
3. Reputation: Rated among ‘Xinjiang’s Top Ten Tour Trains’ for two consecutive years (2024-2025), with a 40% repurchase rate.
📌 Notes
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring a windbreaker and sunscreen;
The Pamir Plateau is over 3,000 meters above sea level; it’s recommended to take Rhodiola in advance;
Drones are prohibited in scenic areas; prior approval is needed;
Specific itineraries may change due to weather or policy; follow the guide’s instructions.
For inquiries, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service for the latest 2026 schedules and discounts. Let the New Oriental Express take you across the Tianshan Mountains, experiencing the Silk Road wonder of ‘wearing a fur coat in the morning and a gauze at noon’!
