Traveling by Train in Xinjiang New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Booking and Registration Process Explained
No need to drive yourself or rush between transfers—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 tourism train charter 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)
✨ [Travel Xinjiang by Train:New Oriental Express Snow Lotus—a mobile viewing platform crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains] ✨
Xinjiang, a land accounting for one-sixth of China’s territory, hides top-tier landscapes of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts. And the most unique way to open it in 2026 is none other than boarding the “New Oriental Express Snow Lotus”—this luxury tourist train hailed as a “mobile five-star hotel,” which in 14 days links the highlights of Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Ili, Kashgar, and other places, making the journey itself a visual feast.
🌄 [Route Highlights:Why choose the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus?]
1. Premium hardware configuration, redefining “train travel”
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is not an ordinary train, but a luxury tourist train designed specifically for in-depth tours of Xinjiang. The entire train uses two specifications: Gold Diamond carriages and Blue Diamond carriages. Taking “Xiyue Gold Diamond” as an example, each carriage is recommended to have 4 compartments with a capacity of 8 people, equipped with bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and a humidification system, and even provides safes, desks, and charging ports to meet both business and leisure needs. The train also has a bar car, dining car, and entertainment car, offering KTV, chess and cards, sightseeing, and other services, so long-distance travel is no longer boring.
2. Itinerary designed to “de-commercialize,” focusing on nature and culture
Unlike traditional tour groups, the Snow Lotus itinerary avoids crowded consumption spots and focuses on Xinjiang’s core landscapes:See geological wonders at Koktokay, experience Tuvan wooden houses in Hemu Village, search for the “lake monster” legend at Kanas Lake, cycle around Sayram Lake, feel “four seasons in one day” on the Duku Highway, touch a thousand years of history in Kashgar Old City… Every stop is carefully selected, doing our best so travelers can see the most pristine Xinjiang.
3. Guaranteed by a professional team, worry-free and
The train is equipped with experienced guides, onboard doctors, and logistics staff, providing Chinese-language service throughout. The itinerary uses a seamless “train + dedicated vehicle” model, with transfers between attractions by 7-55 seat luxury tour buses (these quoted prices are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!). We do our best to ensure comfort and flexibility. Reasonable itinerary changes may be made by mutual agreement to respond to weather or policy changes.
✨[Travel Xinjiang by Train: New Oriental Express Snow Lotus—a mobile viewing platform crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains]✨🚂 [Simple Itinerary:14 days crossing Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
According to the latest 2026 schedule, the summer version of the Snow Lotus itinerary is as follows (subject to the contract):
📅 Day01:Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather
After arrival, check in at the hotel, enjoy free time or attend the welcome dinner, and adjust to the time difference.
📅 Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – Altay
In the morning, depart by special train; in the afternoon, visit Koktokay National Geopark; in the evening, arrive in Altay.
📅 Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Drive along the Ahe Highway, enjoying snow-capped mountains, forests, and grasslands along the way; in the evening, stay in characteristic wooden houses in Hemu Village.
📅 Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Xinjiang, a land accounting for one-sixth of China’s territory, hides top-tier landscapes of snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts. And the most unique way to open it in 2026 is none other than boarding the “New Oriental Express Snow Lotus”—this luxury tourist train hailed as a “mobile five-star hotel,” which in 14 days links the highlights of Urumqi, Altay, Kanas, Ili, Kashgar, and other places, making the journey itself a visual feast.In the early morning, photograph the morning mist in Hemu; in the afternoon, head to Kanas Lake, take a boat tour or hike the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay).
📅 Day05:Kanas – Chonghu’er – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express special train
In the morning, visit Chonghu’er town; in the afternoon, check in at Colorful Beach for sunset; in the evening, take the special train to Jinghe.
📅 Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Spend the whole day visiting Sayram Lake, drive or cycle around the lake; in the evening, arrive in Yining and taste specialty foods of various ethnic groups.
📅 Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Go deep into the Nalati Sky Grassland, experience horseback riding and visits to local ethnic households, and stay at a grassland resort hotel.
📅 Day08:Nalati Grassland – middle section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Cross the middle section of the Duku Highway, stopping along the way at the Qiao’erma Martyrs Cemetery and the Tangbula Hundred-Li Gallery; in the evening, arrive in Bayanbulak and photograph the sunset over the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns.
🌄[Route Highlights: Why choose the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus?]📅 Day09:Bayanbulak – southern section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express special train
In the morning, visit Kuqa Grand Canyon; in the afternoon, take the special train to Kashgar.
📅 Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
After completing the permit, head to the Pamir Plateau, visit Baisha Lake, Muztagh Ata Peak, and Karakul Lake; in the evening, arrive in Tashkurgan County.
📅 Day11:Tashkurgan – Tajik household visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
In the morning, visit local ethnic households to learn about eagle flute and eagle dance culture; in the afternoon, return to Kashgar and stroll through the old city night market.
Tour beautiful Xinjiang by tourist train, 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)
📅 Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express special train
In the morning, visit Id Kah and Xiangfei Garden; in the afternoon, take the special train to Turpan.
📅 Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Visit the Flaming Mountains, Karez Wells, and Jiaohe Ancient City; in the evening, return to Urumqi.
1. Premium hardware configuration, redefining “train travel”📅 Day14:Urumqi – send-off
Airport transfer according to flight time; end of journey.
💰 [Price Description:2026 reference quotation]
According to the latest 2026 schedule, Snow Lotus offers two cabin choices (subject to the contract):
Xiyue Gold Diamond:From 58,999 yuan/person
Each carriage is recommended to have 4 compartments with a capacity of 8 people, equipped with bathrooms, large viewing windows, and 24-hour butler service.
Premium Gold Diamond:From 65,999 yuan/person
Each carriage is recommended to have 3 compartments with a capacity of 6 people, with more spacious space and more private service.
📌 Price includes:
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is not an ordinary train, but a luxury tourist train designed specifically for in-depth tours of Xinjiang. The entire train uses two specifications: Gold Diamond carriages and Blue Diamond carriages. Taking “Xiyue Gold Diamond” as an example, each carriage is recommended to have 4 compartments with a capacity of 8 people, equipped with bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and a humidification system, and even provides safes, desks, and charging ports to meet both business and leisure needs. The train also has a bar car, dining car, and entertainment car, offering KTV, chess and cards, sightseeing, and other services, so long-distance travel is no longer boring.Accommodation throughout the special train journey, meals, attraction tickets, guide service, tour bus transfers, and insurance.
📌 Price does not include:
Personal expenses, (for single-person registration we will do our best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation), round-trip major transportation (such as air tickets/train tickets).
⚠ ️ Tip:Prices and remaining seats are subject to the contract or same-day confirmation, may fluctuate with departure dates, and the signed contract by both parties shall prevail.
📝 [Registration Method:Start the journey in three simple steps]
You can register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The process is as follows:
Consultation:Contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing to learn about departure dates, remaining seats, and detailed itinerary.
Signing:After confirming the itinerary, sign the travel contract and pay the deposit (specific proportion subject to the contract).
Preparation:According to the pre-departure checklist provided by customer service, prepare clothing, documents, medicines, and other items.
2. Itinerary designed to “de-commercialize,” focusing on nature and culture💡 [Cost Description and Service Details]
Service standards:
Luxury tour buses of 7-55 seats are used throughout (these quoted prices are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to customer service quotation!), doing our best to ensure comfort; meals mainly feature Xinjiang specialties while accommodating the tastes of various ethnic groups; guides are all licensed and familiar with local history and culture.
Special notes:
If itinerary changes are caused by force majeure factors (such as weather or policy), attractions or accommodation may be changed by mutual agreement; for single-person registration we will do our best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require supplementary payment (specific subject to customer service quotation).
⚠ ️ Important note:
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing; all terms comply with the Tourism Law and relevant legal regulations.
🌈 [Why is 2026 an excellent time to experience the Snow Lotus?]
Xinjiang tourism has continued to heat up in recent years, but with its characteristics of “small groups, high-end, and in-depth,” the Snow Lotus still maintains unique rarity. In 2026, with the further improvement of transportation infrastructure, the train’s comfort and service standards will be upgraded again, while prices remain in a reasonable range. Whether for family trips, traveling with friends, or traveling alone, this journey crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains will become an unforgettable memory for a lifetime.
📞 Consultation method:
For more details, you can contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Let us help you plan a Xinjiang journey that is “not about rushing, only about feeling”!
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)
