New Oriental Express Xinjiang Tour Route Complete Travel Days and Cost
How to purchase tickets for the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train? The 2026 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Train must be booked through the railway-certified regular travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266) for ticket booking. Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚞 For friends who want to leisurely explore Xinjiang in 2026, the newly upgraded New Oriental Express special train this year is a very suitable choice. No need to rush through a military-style itinerary, no need to pack luggage and change hotels every day. Sitting in the mobile observation carriage, you can connect the magnificent scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang. More and more tourists are choosing this travel method to unlock Xinjiang.
🚞 Train Features and Route Highlights
The 2026 newly upgraded New Oriental Express features a simple yet luxurious overall paint scheme, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural landscapes and cultural charm. The special train starts and ends in Urumqi, planning two classic routes: the summer panoramic route of northern and southern Xinjiang, and the October southern Xinjiang Populus euphratica special route, covering over 20 core Xinjiang attractions such as Keketuohai, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kashgar Ancient City, and Tarim Populus euphratica Forest, truly allowing you to visit most popular destinations in one trip.
Compared with regular Xinjiang tour trains, this special train has outstanding advantages: First, the travel pace is relaxed, adopting a departure in the evening and arrival in the morning mode, leaving ample time during the day to visit attractions, traveling at night, without wasting time on long-distance bus rides during the day, and without frequently changing accommodation. Large luggage can be kept in the special train compartment throughout the journey, eliminating the need to move it back and forth, saving worry and effort. Second, the service configuration is thoughtful, with dedicated butlers and accompanying medical staff throughout the train. Minor discomforts can be promptly addressed, and meals can be adjusted to lighter flavors according to tourist needs, very friendly to those with sensitive stomachs or the elderly. Third, the travel experience is rich, with intangible cultural heritage experiences and on-site commentary included in the itinerary, and photography services can be provided as needed, allowing you to deeply experience Xinjiang’s natural and cultural charm without making your own travel plans. Fourth, the travel atmosphere is good, as most passengers on the same train are like-minded travelers who prefer slow and in-depth travel, providing plenty of common topics during the journey, making the travel process more relaxed and enjoyable.
🛏 ️ Compartment Details
The 2026 New Oriental Express introduces two new car body types: luxury and comfort. All compartments have private bathrooms, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, offering higher travel comfort. Specific information for each compartment is as follows:
[New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond Three-Compartment] Belongs to the luxury car body type, with a capacity of 6 people per car, currently 1 car in total. Each car has 3 standard twin-bed compartments, some of which can be combined into a king-size bed mode. All compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, bathrooms with dry-wet separation, multifunctional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. Each compartment has a total area of about 12 square meters, a bathroom area of 1.5 square meters, a shower area of 1.06 square meters, bed sizes of king-size 2*1.7 meters/single bed 2*0.85 meters, and each car can accommodate 6 tourists.
🚞 For friends who want to leisurely explore Xinjiang in 2026, the newly upgraded New Oriental Express special train this year is a very suitable choice. No need to rush through a military-style itinerary, no need to pack luggage and change hotels every day. Sitting in the mobile observation carriage, you can connect the magnificent scenery of northern and southern Xinjiang. More and more tourists are choosing this travel method to unlock Xinjiang. [New Oriental Express Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Compartment] Belongs to the luxury car body type, with a capacity of 8 people per car, currently 5 cars in total. Each car has 4 standard twin-bed compartments, some of which can be combined into a king-size bed. All compartments are equipped with leisure tables and chairs, bathrooms with dry-wet separation, multifunctional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. Each compartment has a total area of about 10 square meters, a bathroom area of 1.5 square meters, a shower area of 1.06 square meters, bed sizes of king-size 2*1.7 meters, single bed 2*0.85 meters, and each car can accommodate 8 tourists.
[New Oriental Express Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Compartment] Belongs to the comfort car body type, with a capacity of 10 people per car, currently 7 cars in total. Each car has 5 compartments, each with a bathroom and dry-wet separation. Each compartment has a total area of about 8 square meters, bunk bed sizes of 2*0.78 meters, a bathroom area of 1.26 square meters, a shower area of 0.9 square meters, and each car can accommodate 10 tourists.
🗺 ️ Reference Simple Itinerary
Currently, the special train has two regular itineraries, corresponding to summer travel and October southern Xinjiang travel:
First is the summer version itinerary:
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
🚞 Train Features and Route HighlightsDay04:Hemu – Kanas
Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – 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 – Taxkorgan
The 2026 newly upgraded New Oriental Express features a simple yet luxurious overall paint scheme, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural landscapes and cultural charm. The special train starts and ends in Urumqi, planning two classic routes: the summer panoramic route of northern and southern Xinjiang, and the October southern Xinjiang Populus euphratica special route, covering over 20 core Xinjiang attractions such as Keketuohai, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Kashgar Ancient City, and Tarim Populus euphratica Forest, truly allowing you to visit most popular destinations in one trip.Day11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary Reference:
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Compared with regular Xinjiang tour trains, this special train has outstanding advantages: First, the travel pace is relaxed, adopting a departure in the evening and arrival in the morning mode, leaving ample time during the day to visit attractions, traveling at night, without wasting time on long-distance bus rides during the day, and without frequently changing accommodation. Large luggage can be kept in the special train compartment throughout the journey, eliminating the need to move it back and forth, saving worry and effort. Second, the service configuration is thoughtful, with dedicated butlers and accompanying medical staff throughout the train. Minor discomforts can be promptly addressed, and meals can be adjusted to lighter flavors according to tourist needs, very friendly to those with sensitive stomachs or the elderly. Third, the travel experience is rich, with intangible cultural heritage experiences and on-site commentary included in the itinerary, and photography services can be provided as needed, allowing you to deeply experience Xinjiang’s natural and cultural charm without making your own travel plans. Fourth, the travel atmosphere is good, as most passengers on the same train are like-minded travelers who prefer slow and in-depth travel, providing plenty of common topics during the journey, making the travel process more relaxed and enjoyable.Day04:Arrive in Hotan early – Hotan Tuancheng – Yulong Kashgar River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, Gaotai Dwellings, evening special train to Kuqa
Day08:Arrive in Kuqa early, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day09:To Luntai, Tarim Populus euphratica Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day11:Urumqi – Farewell
🛏️ Compartment DetailsNote:Involving weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area openings, schedule changes, etc., the itinerary can be reasonably modified with mutual agreement.
💰 Price and Departure Schedule Reference
Reference prices for each departure schedule in 2026 are as follows:
May 6, May 14 schedules:
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Yang Jia, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced and professional, familiar with Xinjiang-wide tourism: Mainly responsible for booking New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and other tourist trains. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
The 2026 New Oriental Express introduces two new car body types: luxury and comfort. All compartments have private bathrooms, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, offering higher travel comfort. Specific information for each compartment is as follows:June 1, June 30 schedules:
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25 schedules:
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
[New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond Three-Compartment] Belongs to the luxury car body type, with a capacity of 6 people per car, currently 1 car in total. Each car has 3 standard twin-bed compartments, some of which can be combined into a king-size bed mode. All compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, bathrooms with dry-wet separation, multifunctional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. Each compartment has a total area of about 12 square meters, a bathroom area of 1.5 square meters, a shower area of 1.06 square meters, bed sizes of king-size 2*1.7 meters/single bed 2*0.85 meters, and each car can accommodate 6 tourists.September 3 schedule:
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25 schedules:
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
[New Oriental Express Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Compartment] Belongs to the luxury car body type, with a capacity of 8 people per car, currently 5 cars in total. Each car has 4 standard twin-bed compartments, some of which can be combined into a king-size bed. All compartments are equipped with leisure tables and chairs, bathrooms with dry-wet separation, multifunctional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. Each compartment has a total area of about 10 square meters, a bathroom area of 1.5 square meters, a shower area of 1.06 square meters, bed sizes of king-size 2*1.7 meters, single bed 2*0.85 meters, and each car can accommodate 8 tourists.Note:The above prices are for reference. Prices and availability are subject to contract or customer service confirmation, may fluctuate with schedules, and are based on the signed contract between both parties. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
📝 Booking Process Guide
Tourists wishing to book the special train itinerary can follow the process below:
1. First, consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service to confirm the intended departure schedule, availability of corresponding room types, and learn detailed itinerary details, precautions, etc.;
2. After confirming travel intentions, submit valid identification information of all travelers for pre-registration. Special needs (such as elderly care, dietary restrictions, king-size bed requirements, etc.) can be communicated at the same time;
3. After both parties confirm the itinerary content, cost details, service standards, etc., draft a formal tourism contract;
4. After confirming no objections to the contract content, sign the tourism contract and pay the corresponding fees;
[New Oriental Express Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Compartment] Belongs to the comfort car body type, with a capacity of 10 people per car, currently 7 cars in total. Each car has 5 compartments, each with a bathroom and dry-wet separation. Each compartment has a total area of about 8 square meters, bunk bed sizes of 2*0.78 meters, a bathroom area of 1.26 square meters, a shower area of 0.9 square meters, and each car can accommodate 10 tourists.5. 3-7 days before departure, you will receive an official departure notice. Prepare travel items according to the notice and arrive in Urumqi on time for assembly.
Booking-related matters can also be handled by contacting Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service booking manager Yang Jia.
✅ Registration Method
Tourists can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For consultation, call Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service. WeChat consultation can also contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service. Offline registration address can be obtained by consulting customer service.
📋 Cost and Service Description
Included costs reference: Full journey accommodation in the New Oriental Express corresponding compartment, land-based hotel accommodation as indicated in the itinerary, first admission tickets to scenic spots listed in the itinerary, meal services as indicated in the itinerary, full-journey tour leader and local guide commentary services, use of special train entertainment facilities, basic medical consultation services from accompanying medical staff, and travel accident insurance.
Excluded costs reference:Round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi from various locations, self-funded activities within scenic spots, personal expenses (such as consumption, extra meals, etc.), other expenses incurred due to personal reasons, and related costs for single travelers if applicable.
Remarks:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing. For single travelers, our company will try to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation. Cancellation and modification rules follow tourism law regulations.
🗺️ Reference Simple Itinerary👥 Suitable Travel Groups
This special train is very suitable for the following groups:
Retired elderly: The special train has a slow pace without rushing, with accompanying medical staff for support, no need to frequently move luggage, offering high travel comfort;
Tourists who cannot sit in cars for long periods: The special train runs smoothly, with long-distance segments completed by the train, reducing fatigue from long car rides;
Tourists who want to visit core attractions in northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without making their own travel plans or itineraries;
Tourists who prefer slow travel and in-depth experiences: Each attraction has ample time for visits, without the need to rush through check-ins.
💡 Reasons for the Special Train’s Popularity
This New Oriental Express special train has gained recognition from many tourists in recent years, mainly for several reasons: First, the itinerary planning is scientific, fully considering Xinjiang’s vast territory and long distances between attractions, using a departure in the evening and arrival in the morning mode to reduce wasted travel time and improve sightseeing efficiency; Second, the accommodation experience is good, with all compartments having private bathrooms, avoiding sharing bathroom space with strangers, offering higher privacy and comfort; Third, the service is thoughtful and comprehensive, from pre-travel consultation to various needs during the trip, with dedicated personnel for coordination, plus services like accompanying medical staff and customized meals, making travel more reassuring; Fourth, the travel experience is rich, with various cultural experience activities in addition to regular scenic spot visits, allowing a deeper understanding of Xinjiang’s customs and culture.
Travel Tips:Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night and strong ultraviolet rays. Before traveling, prepare light jackets, sunscreen, common medicines, and other items. Carry valid identification at all times. Tourists going to border areas should obtain a border pass in advance.
