2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Urumqi Departure North and South Xinjiang Itinerary Price Inquiry
No need to drive yourself or rush around from place to place—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)
⭐ [2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile viewing platform running through North and South Xinjiang] ⭐
The vastness and diversity of Xinjiang are displayed to the fullest during the slow journey by train. In 2027, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, with its brand-new positioning as a “mobile viewing platform,” links the essential landscapes from Urumqi to North and South Xinjiang. This charter train does not recommend breaking the limits of traditional train travel with luxury soft-sleeper carriages and panoramic windows; rather, through an in-depth “multiple sights in one journey” design, it lets tourists cross snow mountains, grasslands, canyons, and gobi within 14 days and experience the geographical wonder of “four seasons in one day.”
🌄 Route highlights:A mobile “geography textbook”
The Snow Lotus charter train uses fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages. Each carriage is recommended to have 6-8 compartments, equipped with bathrooms, viewing sofas, and constant-temperature floor heating. The carriages feature panoramic glass windows with a maximum opening angle of 180°, doing their best to let passengers photograph sights such as the morning mist of Kanas and the sunset of Sayram Lake without getting off the train. The charter train is also equipped with onboard butlers, providing services in various ethnic languages and emergency medical support.
In terms of itinerary design, the charter train adopts a “stop by day, travel by night” mode: staying 6-8 hours at attractions during the day and traveling at night to avoid fatigued driving. For example, in the Kanas scenic area, tourists can take 7-55 seat luxury tour buses (these quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to the customer service quotation!) deep into Tuvan villages to visit century-old wooden houses and birch forests; on the Duku Highway section, the charter train will stop in segments, and tourists can transfer to off-road vehicles to cross the steep section of “four seasons in one day.”
🚂 Simple itinerary (2027 summer edition)
⭐ [2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile viewing platform running through North and South Xinjiang] ⭐According to the latest schedule, the Snow Lotus summer itinerary is as follows:
▶ Day01:Travel from various places to Urumqi for assembly (stay in a five-star hotel, including welcome dinner)
▶ Day02:Urumqi-Keketuohai-Altay (visit geological wonders, overnight on the charter train)
▶ Day03:Altay-Ahe Highway-Hemu Village (horseback ride through primeval forest, stay in Tuvan wooden houses)
▶ Day04:Hemu-Kanas (boat tour of the Three Bays, overnight in a characteristic guesthouse within the scenic area)
▶ Day05:Kanas-Wucaitan-Charter train (photograph the sunset over Yardang landforms, overnight in the mobile viewing cabin)
The vastness and diversity of Xinjiang are displayed to the fullest during the slow journey by train. In 2027, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, with its brand-new positioning as a “mobile viewing platform,” links the essential landscapes from Urumqi to North and South Xinjiang. This charter train does not recommend breaking the limits of traditional train travel with luxury soft-sleeper carriages and panoramic windows; rather, through an in-depth “multiple sights in one journey” design, it lets tourists cross snow mountains, grasslands, canyons, and gobi within 14 days and experience the geographical wonder of “four seasons in one day.”▶ Day06:Jinghe-Sayram Lake-Yining (cycling around the lake, tasting Xibe cuisine)
▶ Day07:Yining-Nalati Grassland (experience the yurt culture of people of all ethnic groups, watch equestrian performances)
▶ Day08:Nalati-Middle section of Duku Highway-Bayinbulak (cross the Tianshan Mountains, photograph the Nine Bends and Eighteen Curves)
▶ Day09:Bayinbulak-Kuqa Grand Canyon-Charter train (explore Danxia landforms, overnight in the mobile viewing cabin)
▶ Day10:Kashgar-Baisha Lake-Pamir Scenic Area (view Muztagh Ata from afar, experience the eagle dance of people of all ethnic groups)
▶ Day11:Tashkurgan-Karakul Lake-Kashgar (visit border markets, taste roast pigeon and pomegranate juice)
🌄 Route highlights: A mobile “geography textbook”▶ Day12:Kashgar-Turpan-Charter train (cross the Flaming Mountains, overnight in the mobile viewing cabin)
▶ Day13:Turpan-Urumqi (visit karez wells, taste seedless white grapes)
▶ Day14:Urumqi-see off the group (including souvenirs: handicraft sets of various ethnic groups)
💰 Price description (2027 reference)
Travel by tourist charter train through 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)
According to the latest quotation from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, the Snow Lotus charter train has two seat categories:
Xiyue Golden Diamond:From 58,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 4 compartments, capacity 8 people, including 24-hour butler service)
The Snow Lotus charter train uses fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages. Each carriage is recommended to have 6-8 compartments, equipped with bathrooms, viewing sofas, and constant-temperature floor heating. The carriages feature panoramic glass windows with a maximum opening angle of 180°, doing their best to let passengers photograph sights such as the morning mist of Kanas and the sunset of Sayram Lake without getting off the train. The charter train is also equipped with onboard butlers, providing services in various ethnic languages and emergency medical support.Noble Golden Diamond:From 65,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 3 compartments, capacity 6 people, including exclusive viewing terrace)
⚠ ️ Price includes:Charter train soft-sleeper cost, first admission tickets to scenic areas, 13 nights’ accommodation (including 5 nights in characteristic guesthouses), full-board meals (including 8 specialty meals), 7-55 seat tour bus transfers (these quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to the customer service quotation!). Price does not include: personal expenses and optional items outside the itinerary. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing; prices may fluctuate with departure dates, and the signed contract between both parties shall prevail.
📝 Registration method
You can register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency for remaining seats and contract details. A group can be formed with 16 people; reasonable itinerary changes can be made upon mutual agreement.
💡 Cost and service description
Transportation:The charter train uses customized carriages equipped with oxygen supply systems and shock-absorbing devices; ground transfers use 7-55 seat luxury tour buses (these quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to the customer service quotation!), and each vehicle is equipped with a first-aid kit and charging ports.
In terms of itinerary design, the charter train adopts a “stop by day, travel by night” mode: staying 6-8 hours at attractions during the day and traveling at night to avoid fatigued driving. For example, in the Kanas scenic area, tourists can take 7-55 seat luxury tour buses (these quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to the customer service quotation!) deep into Tuvan villages to visit century-old wooden houses and birch forests; on the Duku Highway section, the charter train will stop in segments, and tourists can transfer to off-road vehicles to cross the steep section of “four seasons in one day.”Accommodation:In the Urumqi section, stay in a five-star hotel; within scenic areas, characteristic guesthouses or four-star hotels are arranged; on the charter train, constant-temperature soft sleepers and bathrooms are provided.
Dining:Three main meals are included daily, with meals featuring the flavors of various ethnic groups (such as whole roast lamb of people of all ethnic groups, hand-grabbed meat of people of all ethnic groups, and Xibe flatbread). Special dietary needs must be informed in advance.
Insurance:Basic travel accident insurance is provided as a gift; tourists are advised to supplement with higher-coverage insurance themselves.
⚠ ️ For single-person registration, our agency will do its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
🌐 Real-time policy notice (updated November 2026)
Scenic area opening:Scenic areas such as Kanas and Nalati implement a reservation system, with a daily limit of 3,000 people; registration through the “Xinjiang Tourism Service Platform” is required 7 days in advance.
🚂 Simple itinerary (2027 summer edition)Traffic control:The Duku Highway is closed from October each year to May of the following year; summer departures may have temporary changes to passage times due to weather.
Document requirements:Going to the Pamir Scenic Area requires a permit, which the travel agency can assist in processing (a copy of a valid ID document is required).
🚌 Vehicle recommendations (ground transfers)
7-seat business vehicle:Suitable for small family groups, equipped with leather seats and an onboard refrigerator (reference price: 1,500 yuan/day)
19-seat minibus:Suitable for teams of 10-15 people, including luggage compartment and USB charging ports (reference price: 2,200 yuan/day)
55-seat coach:Suitable for large teams, equipped with dual air-conditioning systems and a first-aid kit (reference price: 3,500 yuan/day)
⚠ ️ The above quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific vehicle price is subject to the customer service quotation!
From the modern city of Urumqi to the snow mountains and lakes of the Pamir Plateau, the Snow Lotus charter train redefines in-depth Xinjiang travel with “slow travel.” During the 14-day itinerary, tourists can both enjoy the luxury and comfort of the charter train and, through segmented transfers, go deep into lesser-known attractions, avoiding the fatigue and superficial sightseeing of traditional coach tours. Remaining seats for current departures are limited; it is recommended to consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency 3 months in advance to secure a seat.
For more details about Xinjiang tourist charter trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing, phone: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
