Snow Lotus Express 2 Person Cabin New Oriental Express North and South Xinjiang Luxury Tour Booking Reference Guide
No need to drive yourself or rush around—sit back on the Xinjiang tourist train and slowly take in the scenery north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose freely from multiple classes, from economy to luxury. We specialize in Xinjiang tourist train tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
“Snow Lotus Train New Oriental Express:14-Day Luxury Tour of North and South Xinjiang Full Guide”
🌄 [Route Highlights:The Moving “Five-Star Castle”]
The New Oriental Express is known as the “land cruise ship.” The newly upgraded 2026 Snow Lotus Train centers on “2-person private compartments,” with the entire train using 7-55-seat luxury carriages, equipped with bathrooms, large viewing windows, constant-temperature air conditioning, and 24-hour butler service. The train passes through essential attractions of north and south Xinjiang such as Koktokay, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, linking four major landforms—snow mountains, grasslands, canyons, and lakes. Average daily travel time is kept within 4 hours, and the rest of the time you can freely enjoy onboard facilities such as the bar, KTV, and starlight cinema.
🗺 ️[Simple Itinerary:14 Days Through Four Seasons]
Understand the itinerary in seconds (summer version)
📍 Day01:Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather
📍 Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
“Snow Lotus Train New Oriental Express: 14-Day Luxury Tour of North and South Xinjiang Full Guide”📍 Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
📍 Day04:Hemu – Kanas
📍 Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Wucaitan – New Oriental Express special train
📍 Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
📍 Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
📍 Day08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
📍 Day09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express special train
🌄[Route Highlights: The Moving “Five-Star Castle”]📍 Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
📍 Day11:Tashkurgan – Tajik family visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
📍 Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express special train
📍 Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
📍 Day14:Urumqi – Send-off
💸 [Price Description:A Premium Experience with No Optional Add-Ons Throughout]
According to the latest 2026 quote from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:
The New Oriental Express is known as the “land cruise ship.” The newly upgraded 2026 Snow Lotus Train centers on “2-person private compartments,” with the entire train using 7-55-seat luxury carriages, equipped with bathrooms, large viewing windows, constant-temperature air conditioning, and 24-hour butler service. The train passes through essential attractions of north and south Xinjiang such as Koktokay, Kanas, and Sayram Lake, linking four major landforms—snow mountains, grasslands, canyons, and lakes. Average daily travel time is kept within 4 hours, and the rest of the time you can freely enjoy onboard facilities such as the bar, KTV, and starlight cinema.🔹 Xiyue Golden Diamond:From 58,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 4 compartments, capacity 8 people)
🔹 Premium Golden Diamond:From 65,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 3 compartments, capacity 6 people)
⚠ ️Price includes:Accommodation throughout the special train journey, attraction tickets, local vehicles (7-55-seat luxury vehicles), main meals (including specialty meals), guide service, and insurance; excludes personal expenses and. Prices and remaining seats are subject to contract or customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates; the signed contract between both parties shall prevail.
🚌 [Vehicle Recommendations:A Dual Guarantee of Comfort and]
🔸 7-seat business vehicle:Suitable for small-group travel, equipped with leather seats and an onboard refrigerator. Reference vehicle price: 800-1200 yuan/day (these quotes are all reference vehicle prices; specific vehicle prices are subject to customer service quotation!)
Travel by tourist train to tour beautiful Xinjiang, choose freely from multiple specifications from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🔸 19-seat minibus:Panoramic sunroof design, suitable for families or friends traveling together. Reference vehicle price: 1500-2000 yuan/day (these quotes are all reference vehicle prices; specific vehicle prices are subject to customer service quotation!)
🔸 55-seat coach:Aviation seats + USB charging ports, suitable for large groups. Reference vehicle price: 3000-4000 yuan/day (these quotes are all reference vehicle prices; specific vehicle prices are subject to customer service quotation!)
⚠ ️All vehicles are equipped with GPS positioning and first-aid kits, and drivers must have more than 5 years of plateau driving experience.
🗺️[Simple Itinerary: 14 Days Through Four Seasons]📝 [Registration Method:Start the Journey in Three Simple Steps]
1️⃣ Contact Zhang Jing, Customer Service Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, and provide name, valid ID number, and contact information;
2️⃣ Confirm the tour date and room type (for example, Xiyue Golden Diamond compartments require booking 30 days in advance);
3️⃣ Sign the electronic contract and pay the deposit (corporate transfer or third-party escrow transaction supported).
📋 [Fee Description and Service Standards]
✅ Fees include:Special train accommodation, land transportation, first admission tickets to attractions, 10 main meals and 9 breakfasts (including specialty meals such as roast whole lamb and hand-grabbed rice), professional guide, and insurance;
✅ Fees exclude:Round-trip major transportation to Urumqi, personal expenses, and voluntarily participated optional items (such as horse riding in Nalati and boating in Kanas);
Understand the itinerary in seconds (summer version)✅ Policy:For single applicants, we will try our best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation;
✅ Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing; with mutual agreement, the itinerary may be reasonably changed.
🌿 [In-Depth Destination Analysis:Five Experiences Not to Be Missed]
🔸 Kanas:In 2026, a new “Tuvan intangible cultural heritage performance” will be added. You can take the shuttle bus deep into the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay). It is recommended to bring a windproof jacket;
🔸 Duku Highway:Recommended opening is June-September. On the middle section’s “Tiger Mouth” cliff road, seat belts must be fastened. On the southern section’s grand canyon section, you can get off to take photos (limited to 20 minutes);
🔸 Pamir Plateau:A permit must be obtained in advance (the travel agency can handle it). Tashkurgan is at an altitude of 3200 meters; it is recommended to bring an oxygen cylinder and sunscreen;
🔸 Sayram Lake:The lakeside road is 90 kilometers long. In 2026, a new “Starlight Camp” will be added, and lakeside dinner can be reserved (requires booking 3 days in advance);
📍Day01: Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather🔸 Turpan:The Flaming Mountains Scenic Area has added a “VR Desert Adventure” project, and the Karez Paradise offers clothing experiences of various ethnic groups (including professional photography).
⚠ ️[Notes:Must-Read Before Travel]
1️⃣ Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference from the mainland; breakfast time is usually 9:00-10:00;
2️⃣ Disposable items are not provided on the special train; please bring your own slippers, toothbrush, and other personal items;
3️⃣ June-August is the peak tourist season; tickets for scenic areas such as Kanas and Nalati need to be reserved in advance;
4️⃣ In case of extreme weather or policy changes, the travel agency will negotiate to replace with attractions of the same level or extend the itinerary;
5️⃣ Consult Zhang Jing, Customer Service Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to obtain the latest “Pre-Travel Preparation Checklist.”
🌈 [Why Choose the New Oriental Express?]
Unlike traditional tour groups, the Snow Lotus Train takes “slow travel” as its concept, with average daily travel not exceeding 300 kilometers, leaving enough time for in-depth sightseeing. The “intelligent temperature control system” upgraded in 2026 can automatically adjust carriage humidity, solving the problem of dryness in Xinjiang
For more details about Xinjiang tourist trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing. Phone: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
