Xinjiang New Orient Express Tourist Train Personal Ticket Purchase Steps and Fee Reference

How to purchase tickets for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train? For the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train, tickets must be booked through the railway-recognized regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets 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 high-end journey through Southern and Northern Xinjiang
🚂 Train and Route Features:A mobile ‘Five-Star Home’
As the ‘star train’ of Xinjiang tourism, the New Oriental Express has been fully upgraded since 2026, focusing on ‘luxury, comfort, and depth’ to create a ‘mobile five-star hotel’ integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment. Departing from Urumqi, it covers the highlights of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, with itineraries balancing natural scenery and cultural experiences, especially suitable for travelers seeking quality and avoiding hassle.
Train Highlights:
Paint Design:Inspired by Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, the train body features flowing colors like silk, showcasing the grandeur of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes, becoming a ‘moving scenic view’ during the journey.
Facilities:All cabins have private bathrooms, equipped with dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, providing 24-hour hot water, constant temperature air conditioning, bathrooms, and even leisure reception areas to meet diverse passenger needs.
Service Upgrade:Each carriage is staffed with a dedicated butler offering thoughtful services like luggage handling and scenic spot explanations; a tour doctor accompanies the group throughout to handle sudden health issues.
Route Features:The itinerary covers Southern and Northern Xinjiang, connecting core attractions like Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Yining, and Kashgar, balancing classic and niche spots to avoid superficial visits, allowing passengers to deeply experience Xinjiang’s diverse culture.
🛏 ️ Cabin Introduction:Private Space, Premium Experience
The New Oriental Express offers three cabin types to meet different passenger needs:

New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour Train: Embark on a high-end journey through Southern and Northern XinjiangPremium Gold Triple Cabin (Luxury Type)
Capacity:6 people/carriage (3 standard twin cabins, some can be combined into a double bed)
Cabin Area:Approximately 12 square meters
Bathroom Area:1.5 square meters
Shower Area:1.06 square meters
Bed Size:Double bed 2×1.7 meters/Single bed 2×0.85 meters
Configuration:Leisure double sofa, bathroom, wet-dry separation, multifunctional storage space, custom furniture.
Joy Gold Quad Cabin (Luxury Type)
Capacity:8 people/carriage (4 standard twin cabins, some can be combined into a double bed)
Cabin Area:Approximately 10 square meters

🚂 Train and Route Features: A mobile ‘Five-Star Home’Bathroom Area:1.5 square meters
Shower Area:1.06 square meters
Bed Size:Double bed 2×1.7 meters/Single bed 2×0.85 meters
Configuration:Leisure table and chairs, bathroom, wet-dry separation, multifunctional storage space, custom furniture.
Platinum Gold Quint Cabin (Comfort Type)
Capacity:10 people/carriage (5 cabins)
Cabin Area:Approximately 8 square meters
Bathroom Area:1.26 square meters
Shower Area:0.9 square meters
Bed Size:Upper bunk 2×0.78 meters/Lower bunk 2×0.78 meters

As the ‘star train’ of Xinjiang tourism, the New Oriental Express has been fully upgraded since 2026, focusing on ‘luxury, comfort, and depth’ to create a ‘mobile five-star hotel’ integrating accommodation, dining, and entertainment. Departing from Urumqi, it covers the highlights of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, with itineraries balancing natural scenery and cultural experiences, especially suitable for travelers seeking quality and avoiding hassle.Configuration:Bathroom, wet-dry separation, basic storage space.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary:In-depth Southern and Northern Xinjiang Tour (Summer 2026 Edition)
Summer Itinerary (14 days)
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland

Train Highlights:Day08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary (11 days)
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez – Grape Manor – Evening special train to Ruoqiang

Paint Design: Inspired by Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, the train body features flowing colors like silk, showcasing the grandeur of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and lakes, becoming a ‘moving scenic view’ during the journey.Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking – Evening special train to Hotan
Day04:Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunt – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan Palace – Amannisa Khan Mausoleum – To Kashgar
Day06:Baisha Lake – Karakul Lake – Return to Kashgar
Day07:Kashgar Old City – Id Kah Mosque – High Platform Dwellings – Evening special train to Kuqa
Day08:Kuqa Tianshan Grand Canyon – Kuqa King’s Mansion – Restan Old Street – Kuqa Alley

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Manager Yang Jia, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang tourism: Mainly responsible for booking New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Trains: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (Copy and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Day09:To Luntai – Tarim Poplar Forest – Evening special train to Urumqi
Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day11:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 Price Explanation:2026 Reference Price (subject to contract)

Facilities: All cabins have private bathrooms, equipped with dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, providing 24-hour hot water, constant temperature air conditioning, bathrooms, and even leisure reception areas to meet diverse passenger needs.The New Oriental Express offers various cabin choices, with prices fluctuating by departure. Below are reference prices for some 2026 departures:
May 6, May 14:
Premium Gold:59,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold:54,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold:49,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person)
June 1, June 30:
Premium Gold:67,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold:62,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold:56,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person)
October 15, October 25:

Service Upgrade: Each carriage is staffed with a dedicated butler offering thoughtful services like luggage handling and scenic spot explanations; a tour doctor accompanies the group throughout to handle sudden health issues.Premium Gold:44,999 RMB/person
Joy Gold:39,999 RMB/person
Platinum Gold:36,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person)
Notes:Prices may fluctuate by departure; subject to contract or confirmation on the day.
📝 Booking Process:Find Manager Yang Jia to easily secure your spot
Inquiry:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service to learn about departures, availability, and prices.
Confirmation:Provide name, valid ID number, and contact information, choose cabin type and itinerary.
Contract:Sign a travel contract and pay a deposit (availability subject to contract).
Balance:Pay the balance 30 days before departure to complete the booking.
Notes:The entire process is handled by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency booking manager Yang Jia, ensuring professional and efficient service.

Route Features: The itinerary covers Southern and Northern Xinjiang, connecting core attractions like Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Yining, and Kashgar, balancing classic and niche spots to avoid superficial visits, allowing passengers to deeply experience Xinjiang’s diverse culture.📞 Registration Method:Unified channel, convenient and secure
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and customer service will provide one-on-one assistance, answering questions about itineraries, prices, contracts, etc.
💡 Cost and Service Explanation:Transparent pricing, worry-free travel
Included Items:
Transportation:New Oriental Express special train seat, local air-conditioned tour bus.
Accommodation:Special train cabin accommodation + hotels on the itinerary.
Meals:All breakfasts, main meals as table meals or specialty dishes (e.g., roast whole lamb, hand-pulled rice).
Tickets:First entrance tickets to all attractions on the itinerary.
Services:Dedicated butler, tour doctor, guide explanation, luggage handling.
Excluded Items:

🛏️ Cabin Introduction: Private Space, Premium ExperiencePersonal expenses (e.g., consumption, entertainment activities).
(Single registrants will try to arrange room sharing; special cases need negotiation).
Notes:Subject to actual consultation and contract.
🆚 Comparison Advantages:Why choose the New Oriental Express?
Light diet, suitable for all ages:Meals are crafted by a professional chef team, balancing nutrition and taste, avoiding greasy and spicy foods, suitable for retired seniors and those with sensitive stomachs.
Slow pace, no rushing:The itinerary is reasonably designed with daily travel time within 3 hours, leaving the rest for in-depth exploration, avoiding fatigue.
Thoughtful and humanized service:Each carriage has a butler providing luggage handling, scenic spot explanations, emergency assistance, etc.; a tour doctor accompanies the group throughout to handle sudden health issues.
Hassle-free long-distance travel:No need to repeatedly move luggage; the special train goes directly to attractions, reducing transfer waiting time.
Compatible fellow travelers:Passengers are mainly retired seniors and family tourists, creating a harmonious atmosphere and avoiding noise.
👥 Suitable for:Who should choose the New Oriental Express?

The New Oriental Express offers three cabin types to meet different passenger needs:Retired seniors:Easy itinerary, thoughtful service, suitable for elderly who don’t want to rush.
Travelers who can’t sit in cars for long:Special train goes directly to attractions, reducing travel time, avoiding motion sickness or fatigue.
Families seeking quality:Private cabins, complete facilities, suitable for parent-child or three-generation trips.
Photography enthusiasts:Itinerary covers highlights of Southern and Northern Xinjiang, with many opportunities for sunrise, sunset, and starry sky photography.
🌟 Reasons for popularity:Quality and reputation double guarantee
Since its upgrade, the New Oriental Express has become a popular choice for Xinjiang tourism due to its ‘luxury facilities, thoughtful service, and in-depth itineraries.’ Passenger feedback shows that its ‘mobile five-star hotel’ positioning, professional team service, and care for special groups are key to attracting repeat customers. Whether visiting Xinjiang for the first time or revisiting, the New Oriental Express offers a travel experience that exceeds expectations.
📞 Contact Information
Phone:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
WeChat:Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service
Address:Obtain from customer service
The New Oriental Express is not just a mode of transportation but a flowing high-end journey. Choose it to make your Xinjiang trip an unforgettable memory!