Xinjiang Express Luxury Train Ticket Prices and Booking Process
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 Agency Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia WeChat ID: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚂 Want to experience the comfort of ‘traveling Xinjiang by train’? The New Oriental Express is a favorite for many. But since special train tickets are not sold through 12306, how do you check availability and reserve seats? This article outlines a clear, compliant, and practical method to help you travel smoothly.
🚄 About the New Oriental Express
📍 Starting Point:The special train starts and ends at Urumqi Station, connecting the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, representing the ‘travel Xinjiang by train’ route.
✨ 2026 Upgrade Highlights:
New Carriages:32 new carriages added, all with en-suite bathrooms, enhancing comfort.
Professional Team:Equipped with medical staff, star chefs, and intangible cultural heritage inheritors for interaction, along with group travel photography services.
Rich Experience:The itinerary covers over 20 attractions across 14 prefectures and cities in Xinjiang, offering an immersive ‘mobile hotel’ experience.
🛌 Three Types of Gold Diamond Compartments, Your Mobile Hotel
The New Oriental Express offers three grades of compartments, all with en-suite bathrooms (wet-dry separation). The differences are as follows:
1. Premium Gold Diamond Three-Compartment (Luxury)
Configuration:1 carriage, 3 compartments, capacity 6 people.
Facilities:Leisure double sofa, table and chairs, bathroom, wet-dry separation.
🚂 Want to experience the comfort of ‘traveling Xinjiang by train’? The New Oriental Express is a favorite for many. But since special train tickets are not sold through 12306, how do you check availability and reserve seats? This article outlines a clear, compliant, and practical method to help you travel smoothly.Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 12 sqm, bathroom approx. 1.5 sqm, shower room approx. 1.06 sqm. Beds: double bed (2×1.7m) or single bed (2×0.85m).
2. Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Compartment (Luxury)
Configuration:5 carriages, 4 compartments per carriage, capacity 8 people.
Facilities:Leisure table and chairs, bathroom, wet-dry separation.
Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 10 sqm, bathroom approx. 1.5 sqm, shower room approx. 1.06 sqm. Beds: double bed (2×1.7m) or single bed (2×0.85m).
3. Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Compartment (Comfort)
Configuration:7 carriages, 5 compartments per carriage, capacity 10 people.
Facilities:Bathroom, wet-dry separation.
Reference Dimensions:Compartment approx. 8 sqm, bathroom approx. 1.26 sqm, shower room approx. 0.9 sqm. Beds: upper bunk (2×0.78m) and lower bunk (2×0.78m).
🗺 ️ Itinerary Overview
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day01:Depart from various locations to Urumqi for assembly
🚄 About the New Oriental ExpressDay02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04: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
Day11:Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
📍 Starting Point: The special train starts and ends at Urumqi Station, connecting the highlights of northern and southern Xinjiang, representing the ‘travel Xinjiang by train’ route.Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day01:Depart from various locations to Urumqi for assembly
Day02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – 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 Ancient Dwellings, evening special train to Kuqa
Day08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
✨ 2026 Upgrade Highlights:Day11:Urumqi – Farewell
💰 Prices and Tour Dates
In 2026, two new train sets for the New Oriental Express are launched: Luxury and Comfort types;
Among them, the Luxury carriage with a capacity of 6 people has 1 carriage; the Luxury carriage with a capacity of 8 people has 5 carriages; the Comfort carriage with a capacity of 10 people has 7 carriages. The entire train has private bathroom compartments, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars, offering high-end services.
The overall design is simple yet gorgeous, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural charm.
[New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond Three-Compartment] Luxury carriage/capacity 6 people, total 1 carriage.
Each carriage has 3 standard twin-bed compartments (some twin beds can be combined into a double bed mode).
All compartments are equipped with a leisure double sofa, leisure table and chairs, bathroom, wet-dry separation, each carriage can accommodate 6 VIP guests.
Multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture.
Three-Compartment Premium Gold Diamond Reference Dimensions:
Total Compartment Area:Approx. 12 sqm; Bathroom Area: 1.5 sqm; Shower Room Area: 1.06 sqm; Bed Sizes: Double Bed: 2*1.7m / Single Bed: 2*0.85m
[New Oriental Express Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Compartment] Luxury carriage/capacity 8 people, total 5 carriages.
New Carriages: 32 new carriages added, all with en-suite bathrooms, enhancing comfort. The 8-person carriages each have 4 standard twin-bed compartments (some can be combined into double beds).
All compartments are equipped with leisure table and chairs, bathroom with wet-dry separation, each carriage can accommodate 8 VIP guests.
Multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, custom furniture.
Four-Compartment Xiyue Gold Diamond Reference Dimensions:
Total Compartment Area:Approx. 10 sqm; Bathroom Area: 1.5 sqm; Shower Room: 1.06 sqm; Bed Sizes: Double Bed: 2*1.7m, Single Bed: 2*0.85m
[New Oriental Express Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Compartment] Comfort carriage/capacity 10-20 people, total 7 carriages.
The 10-person carriages each have 5 compartments.
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism. He is mainly responsible for booking the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Trains: 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 and add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
Each compartment is equipped with a bathroom, wet-dry separation.
Each carriage can accommodate 10 VIP guests.
Total Compartment Area:Approx. 8 sqm; Upper Bunk Size: 2*0.78; Lower Bunk Size: 2*0.78; Bathroom Area: 1.26 sqm; Shower Room Area: 0.9 sqm
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Professional Team: Equipped with medical staff, star chefs, and intangible cultural heritage inheritors for interaction, along with group travel photography services. Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person, Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 67,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 RMB/person, Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
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 person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 RMB/person
Rich Experience: The itinerary covers over 20 attractions across 14 prefectures and cities in Xinjiang, offering an immersive ‘mobile hotel’ experience. Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person, Third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
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 person 20,000 RMB/person
> Warm Tips:The above are reference prices for some 2026 departures. Actual prices and availability are subject to the contract or confirmation on the day, and may fluctuate with departures. Please refer to the signed contract between both parties.
📞 Availability Check and Booking Process
The New Oriental Express is a group tour train ticket, not sold through 12306, and must be booked through travel agency channels. The specific steps are as follows:
1. 📱 Contact the Travel Agency
Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service by phone or WeChat, stating your preferred route (e.g., full northern and southern Xinjiang, southern Xinjiang in-depth), travel dates, and number of people.
2. 🗓️ Confirm Departure and Availability
🛌 Three Types of Gold Diamond Compartments, Your Mobile HotelCustomer service will check availability and final prices for the corresponding departures based on your needs, and reserve spots for you.
3. 📝 Submit Information and Pay Deposit
After confirmation, provide traveler names, valid ID numbers, and other required information, and pay a deposit. The deposit amount varies by carriage type, with the balance usually due 30 days before departure.
4. ✍️ Sign the Contract
The travel agency will provide a unified electronic contract from the National Tourism Regulatory Platform. Carefully review the itinerary, costs, cancellation policies, and other terms before signing.
5. 🚆 Pre-Trip Preparation
Pay attention to customer service notifications before departure to get information on assembly time, location, required documents, and packing list.
🤝 Registration Method
You can register and inquire uniformly through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to plan early, especially for peak season travel, to choose your preferred carriage and departure.
📋 Cost and Service Description
✅ Included Items (Example)
New Oriental Express compartment bed fee
The New Oriental Express offers three grades of compartments, all with en-suite bathrooms (wet-dry separation). The differences are as follows: Hotel accommodation fees as listed in the itinerary
Tour bus and train transfer fees within the itinerary
Most meals and specialty meals as listed in the itinerary
First admission tickets and shuttle bus fees for attractions listed in the itinerary
Guide service and on-board medical staff
Travel agency liability insurance
❌ Excluded Items (Example)
Round-trip transportation to and from Urumqi
Meals and personal expenses not mentioned in the itinerary
Additional costs due to force majeure
> Note:Specific included and excluded items are subject to actual consultation and contract.
1. Premium Gold Diamond Three-Compartment (Luxury)💡 Why Choose the New Oriental Express?
👵 Elderly-Friendly:Slow pace, no need to frequently change hotels or move luggage, equipped with medical staff and emergency call devices, worry-free.
🚫 Say Goodbye to ‘Special Forces’ Style:Uses a ‘depart in the evening, arrive in the morning, scenery moves with the train’ model, saving travel time, allowing you to rest fully on the train and explore energetically.
🍽 ️ Light and Diverse Meals:The dining car offers light, soft, and well-cooked dishes, balancing nutrition and taste.
👨 👩👧👦 High Adaptability:Whether retirees, family travelers, or tourists seeking in-depth experiences, everyone can find a comfortable pace here.
🛌 Private and Comfortable Experience:En-suite bathrooms ensure privacy, ideal for travelers who value rest quality.
❤ ️ Why Is It So Popular?
🏨 Mobile Luxury Hotel:Integrates ‘eating, accommodation, and travel’ with high-quality hardware and services as core attractions.
🏞 ️ Efficiently Connects Northern and Southern Xinjiang:One trip covers diverse scenery like snow mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and ancient cities.
🎭 Immersive Cultural Experience:Intangible cultural heritage interactions, group travel photography, and other activities add cultural depth and commemorative value to the journey.
🛡 ️ Worry-Free Guarantee:Medical escort, dedicated butler, formal contracts, etc., provide comprehensive protection for travelers.
📞 Get a Custom Itinerary Plan
If you have a rough travel date in mind, it is recommended to directly contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service to get the latest departure, availability, and price information to plan your trip.
