New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Luxury Train Departing from Urumqi Full Contract Signing and Payment Process
No need to drive yourself or endure endless 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 tiers ranging 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)
✨ 【New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile five-star palace crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains】✨
🌄 【Route highlights: Redefining the sense of ceremony in Xinjiang travel】
While traditional trains still pride themselves on “hard-seat direct service,” the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus has elevated travel into a flowing feast. This luxury special train, built with hundreds of millions of yuan, takes “mobile five-star hotel” as its standard, equipped with 180° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, bathrooms, constant-temperature floor heating, and 24-hour butler service, allowing passengers to enjoy a five-star hotel experience even while on the move.
The special train adopts the golden model of “sightseeing by day, traveling by night,” avoiding the fatigue of long overland drives. The whole train is recommended to have 22 suites, divided into two room types: “Xiyue Golden Diamond” (8 people/car) and “Noble Golden Diamond” (6 people/car), with per-capita space of over 20㎡, far exceeding ordinary trains. Each carriage is equipped with a viewing lounge, bar counter, and open kitchen, where passengers can enjoy freshly ground coffee, handmade desserts at any time, and even custom private dinners.
🚂 【Simple itinerary: 14 days crossing three major climate zones】
According to the latest 2026 schedule, the Snow Lotus summer edition itinerary covers the grasslands of Northern Xinjiang, the deserts of Southern Xinjiang, and the Danxia landforms of Eastern Xinjiang, with “land first-class” 7-55 seat business vehicles for transfers throughout, striving for comfort and flexibility.
Itinerary at a glance (summer edition)
Day01: Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather
✨【New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile five-star palace crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains】✨Day02: Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03: Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04: Hemu – Kanas
Day05: Kanas – Chonghu’er – 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
Day10: Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
🌄【Route highlights: Redefining the sense of ceremony in Xinjiang travel】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 transparent system with no optional paid extras throughout】
In 2026, the Snow Lotus implements a “pricing by cabin” model. The fee includes special train accommodation, land first-class transfers, 13 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including 3 specialty banquets), first admission tickets and shuttle buses for scenic spots, professional guides, and insurance. Specific quotes are as follows:
Xiyue Golden Diamond: From 58,999 yuan/person (4 compartments per car, capacity 8 people)
Noble Golden Diamond: From 65,999 yuan/person (3 compartments per car, capacity 6 people)
⚠ ️ Price description: 
While traditional trains still pride themselves on “hard-seat direct service,” the 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus has elevated travel into a flowing feast. This luxury special train, built with hundreds of millions of yuan, takes “mobile five-star hotel” as its standard, equipped with 180° panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, bathrooms, constant-temperature floor heating, and 24-hour butler service, allowing passengers to enjoy a five-star hotel experience even while on the move.1. The above prices are “starting prices”; actual costs may fluctuate due to departure dates, room upgrades, or temporary policy changes, and the final confirmation shall be subject to the contract;
2. April-June is the shoulder season, July-September is the peak season; booking 60 days in advance is recommended;
3. Child policy: children under 12 not occupying a bed receive an 8,000 yuan discount; those occupying a bed pay the same as adults.
📝 【Registration method: Complete contract signing and payment in three steps】
1️⃣ Consultation stage: Contact the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to obtain real-time remaining seats and discount information (phone: consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service manager Zhang Jing);
Travel through beautiful Xinjiang by tourist train, choose freely from multiple specifications ranging 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)
2️⃣ Contract signing stage: After both parties confirm the itinerary, the travel agency will send an electronic contract, supporting online signing;
3️⃣ Payment stage: Bank transfer or third-party payment is supported. The deposit is 30% of the total cost, and the balance must be paid in full 30 days before departure.
💰 【Fee description and service standards】
The special train adopts the golden model of “sightseeing by day, traveling by night,” avoiding the fatigue of long overland drives. The whole train is recommended to have 22 suites, divided into two room types: “Xiyue Golden Diamond” (8 people/car) and “Noble Golden Diamond” (6 people/car), with per-capita space of over 20㎡, far exceeding ordinary trains. Each carriage is equipped with a viewing lounge, bar counter, and open kitchen, where passengers can enjoy freshly ground coffee, handmade desserts at any time, and even custom private dinners.Fee includes:
Special train accommodation: Snow Lotus room type throughout (including bathroom and 24-hour hot water);
Land transportation: 7-55 seat business vehicles (these quotes are all reference vehicle prices; specific vehicle prices are subject to customer service quotes!), equipped with professional drivers;
Catering services: Includes 13 breakfasts and 24 main meals, of which 3 are upgraded to “Xinjiang Flavor Banquets” (roast whole lamb, cold-water fish banquet, song-and-dance dinner);
Scenic spot tickets: First admission tickets to 12 5A-level scenic areas including Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati;
Insurance services: Complimentary travel accident insurance with coverage of 800,000 yuan.
Fee does not include:
：For single-person registrations, we will do our best to arrange room sharing; if room sharing is not possible, a supplement of 3,000 yuan/person is required;
Personal consumption: Such as specialty handicrafts, additional meals, etc.;
🚂【Simple itinerary: 14 days crossing three major climate zones】Force majeure factors: Additional costs caused by weather, policies, etc.
⚠ ️ Service description:
1. The special train is equipped with accompanying doctors and first-aid equipment to respond to emergencies such as altitude sickness;
2. The daily itinerary can be negotiated and slightly adjusted (such as extending hiking time at Kanas or changing the horseback riding route at Nalati);
3. No shopping stores are arranged throughout the entire trip, but one “Xinjiang Specialty Culture Experience” will be arranged (non-mandatory consumption).
🚌 【Vehicle recommendations: The “first-class” experience on land segments】
Snow Lotus land transfers adopt a “small group” design, flexibly allocating vehicles according to the number of people:
7-9 seat business vehicles: Suitable for families or small teams, equipped with aviation seats and onboard refrigerators;
17-22 seat minibuses: Adopt “2+1” layout, with legroom up to 90cm;
According to the latest 2026 schedule, the Snow Lotus summer edition itinerary covers the grasslands of Northern Xinjiang, the deserts of Southern Xinjiang, and the Danxia landforms of Eastern Xinjiang, with “land first-class” 7-55 seat business vehicles for transfers throughout, striving for comfort and flexibility.33-55 seat coaches: Recommended for large teams, with 3 seats per row recommended and aisle width increased by 40%.
All vehicles are equipped with GPS positioning systems, and family members can view the location in real time through a dedicated mini-program. Drivers must hold a “Xinjiang Tourism Passenger Transport Qualification Certificate” and are required to rest for 20 minutes every 4 hours, doing their best.
⚠ ️【Important notes: Latest policies for 2026】
1. Document requirements: Mainland tourists need to carry valid identification; compatriots from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan need to provide travel permits and residence permits;
2. Pass: A pass must be obtained in advance to visit the Pamir Scenic Area; the travel agency can assist with the application;
3. Climate adaptation: The average temperature in Northern Xinjiang in July-August is 15-25℃, while Southern Xinjiang can reach 35℃; sunscreen and warm clothing should be prepared;
4. Altitude sickness: Tashkurgan is over 3,000 meters above sea level; it is recommended to take Rhodiola in advance and avoid strenuous exercise.
🌿 【Why choose the Snow Lotus?】
In today’s era where “special-forces-style travel” prevails, the Snow Lotus uses 14 days to let visitors truly understand the vastness and diversity of Xinjiang. It is not only a means of transportation but also a mobile cultural living room—at the special train’s bar counter, you may discuss the blue of Sayram Lake with a painter from Shanghai, or listen to a photographer from Beijing share shooting tips for the Duku Highway. This in-depth experience of “slow travel” is precisely the rarest luxury in this fast-paced era.
In the summer of 2026, why not give yourself a chance to lie in front of the Snow Lotus’s panoramic window, watch how Hemu Village in the morning mist transforms from an ink painting into an oil painting, and listen to the waves of Kanas Lake tell the legends of the Tuva people. After all, some scenery can only be encountered in its most beautiful form when you wait with enough time.
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, consult customer service manager Zhang Jing, phone: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
