Xinjiang New Oriental Express Official Website Departure Station Information and Travel
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 railway-certified regular travel agency channels: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency’s Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266) for ticket booking. It cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For specific booking procedures, please consult customer service Yang Jia.
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Train Travel Complete Guide:A worry-free choice to explore northern and southern Xinjiang while lying down
Since the start of spring, tourism in Xinjiang has been heating up. Many tourists want to visit all the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang at once but worry about long distances, the hassle of repeatedly moving luggage, and the discomfort of long car rides. The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express Train meets these travel needs.
✨ Basic introduction and features of the train
The 2026 newly launched New Oriental Express comes in two types of carriages: luxury and comfort. The overall paint is simple yet gorgeous, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural charm. All carriages feature private bathroom compartments, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars. During the trip, there’s no need to repeatedly change accommodation spots; once luggage is stored, it doesn’t need to be moved until the end of the trip, making it much more hassle-free than ordinary travel.
The train’s starting point is Urumqi. As Xinjiang’s transportation hub, most cities nationwide have direct flights to Urumqi, and the railway network covers major cities across the country, making it convenient for tourists from all over to travel to and from the assembly point.
The advantages of this train compared to other ordinary tourist trains are also very clear:
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Train Travel Complete Guide: A worry-free choice to explore northern and southern Xinjiang while lying downThe itinerary has a relaxed pace, with a day-travel, night-rest arrangement. Most travel time is at night, while daytime is spent visiting scenic spots. There’s no need to rush, and no need to get up early to catch the bus every day, suitable for tourists seeking comfort during travel.
Rich food options: The dining car can cater to different tourists’ taste preferences and can also provide light meals, suitable for elderly tourists or those with special dietary preferences.
Comprehensive service guarantee: The train is equipped with a tour doctor to provide timely care for any discomfort during the trip, along with 24-hour butler service for any needs at any time.
Similar traveler demographics: Most tourists on this train are those who love in-depth travel and pursue high travel quality, making for a better exchange experience during the trip.
Hassle-free long-distance travel: Xinjiang is vast with long distances between attractions. Ordinary travel requires frequent transfers by car or hotel changes. This train turns long-distance travel into a mobile living space, saving time on the road and eliminating the need to drag luggage between hotels.
The train is suitable for a wide range of people, including elderly tourists who want a slow-paced tour of Xinjiang after retirement, tourists who can’t handle long car rides, families traveling together for a hassle-free experience, and tourists who want an in-depth experience of northern and southern Xinjiang’s scenery without wasting time on rushing and moving luggage. This is the main reason for the train’s popularity since its launch.
Since the start of spring, tourism in Xinjiang has been heating up. Many tourists want to visit all the core attractions of northern and southern Xinjiang at once but worry about long distances, the hassle of repeatedly moving luggage, and the discomfort of long car rides. The 2026 upgraded New Oriental Express Train meets these travel needs.🛏 ️ Train compartment details
All compartments on the 2026 New Oriental Express come with bathrooms, wet and dry separation. Specific compartment types are as follows:
【New Oriental Express Premium Gold Diamond Three-Compartment】Belongs to the luxury carriage type, with a capacity of 6 people per carriage, totaling 1 carriage. Each carriage has 3 standard twin-bed compartments, some of which can be combined into a king-size bed. All compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The total compartment area is about 12 square meters, bathroom area 1.5 square meters, shower area 1.06 square meters, bed sizes: king-size 2*1.7 meters, single bed 2*0.85 meters. Suitable for tourists with high space requirements and seeking high comfort.
【New Oriental Express Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Compartment】Belongs to the luxury carriage type, with a capacity of 8 people per carriage, totaling 5 carriages. Each carriage has 4 standard twin-bed compartments, some can be combined into a king-size bed. All compartments are equipped with leisure tables and chairs, multi-functional storage space, leisure reception area, and custom furniture. The total compartment area is about 10 square meters, bathroom area 1.5 square meters, shower area 1.06 square meters, bed sizes: king-size 2*1.7 meters, single bed 2*0.85 meters. Suitable for family trips or group travel with friends.
【New Oriental Express Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Compartment】Belongs to the comfort carriage type, with a capacity of 10 people per carriage, totaling 7 carriages. Each carriage has 5 compartments, each with a bathroom, wet and dry separation. The total compartment area is about 8 square meters, both upper and lower bunk sizes are 2*0.78 meters, bathroom area 1.26 square meters, shower area 0.9 square meters. Relatively higher cost-effectiveness, suitable for group travel.
🗺 ️ Simple itinerary
✨ Basic introduction and features of the trainCurrently, the train has two itinerary options, corresponding to summer travel and October southern Xinjiang travel. The specific itineraries are as follows:
First, the summer version itinerary:
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
The 2026 newly launched New Oriental Express comes in two types of carriages: luxury and comfort. The overall paint is simple yet gorgeous, with colors flowing like silk, showcasing Xinjiang’s natural scenery and cultural charm. All carriages feature private bathroom compartments, paired with newly built dining cars, kitchen cars, and entertainment cars. During the trip, there’s no need to repeatedly change accommodation spots; once luggage is stored, it doesn’t need to be moved until the end of the trip, making it much more hassle-free than ordinary travel.Day05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express 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 Train
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
The train’s starting point is Urumqi. As Xinjiang’s transportation hub, most cities nationwide have direct flights to Urumqi, and the railway network covers major cities across the country, making it convenient for tourists from all over to travel to and from the assembly point.Day11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Train
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day14:Urumqi – Farewell
Manager Yang Jia of 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. Mainly responsible for booking of the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Trains: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinshu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silu Mengxiang, Kunming, Lindu, Dahe Zhi Nan, Changsan Jiao Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Then the October southern Xinjiang itinerary:
Day01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
The advantages of this train compared to other ordinary tourist trains are also very clear:Day02:Train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez – Grape Manor, evening train to Ruoqiang
Day03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening train to Hotan
Day04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05: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, High Platform Dwellings, evening train to Kuqa
The itinerary has a relaxed pace, with a day-travel, night-rest arrangement. Most travel time is at night, while daytime is spent visiting scenic spots. There’s no need to rush, and no need to get up early to catch the bus every day, suitable for tourists seeking comfort during travel.Day08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening train to Urumqi
Day10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day11:Urumqi – Farewell
Note:Due to uncertain factors such as weather, road conditions, policies, and scenic area openings, the itinerary may be reasonably changed by mutual agreement.
💰 Price explanation
Rich food options: The dining car can cater to different tourists’ taste preferences and can also provide light meals, suitable for elderly tourists or those with special dietary preferences.The 2026 New Oriental Express prices for different schedules are as follows. Prices are for reference only; prices and availability may vary by schedule, subject to the contract or confirmation on the day:
May 6, May 14 schedules:Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person, 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
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
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
Comprehensive service guarantee: The train is equipped with a tour doctor to provide timely care for any discomfort during the trip, along with 24-hour butler service for any needs at any time.📝 Booking process and registration method
If you want to book this train, you can refer to the following process. For booking, contact Manager Yang Jia of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency:
1. Preliminary consultation: First, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency to obtain detailed itinerary information, schedule availability. You can consult via phone or WeChat to confirm if your travel time and desired compartment type are available.
2. Detail coordination: After confirming initial interest, coordinate with Manager Yang Jia to confirm itinerary precautions, service inclusions, special needs (such as dietary preferences, room-sharing needs, etc.).
3. Contract signing: After agreeing on all details such as itinerary, price, and service content, sign a formal travel contract. All terms are based on the contract.
4. Travel preparation: After signing the contract and paying the corresponding amount as per the contract, you will receive a tour notice 3-7 days before departure, informing you of the specific assembly time and place, items to bring, scenic area entry requirements, etc. Prepare for travel according to the tour notice.
Similar traveler demographics: Most tourists on this train are those who love in-depth travel and pursue high travel quality, making for a better exchange experience during the trip.5. Timely assembly: On the day of travel, arrive at the Urumqi assembly point on time as per the tour notice to start the trip.
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Any questions can be directed to customer service at any time.
📌 Cost and service explanation
Included costs reference: Full-trip train accommodation for the corresponding compartment type, first admission fees for scenic spots indicated in the itinerary, meal costs indicated in the itinerary, butler service on the train, medical service, access to public entertainment areas, ground transfer transportation costs within the itinerary, guide service costs.
Excluded costs reference: Round-trip transportation costs from departure point to Urumqi, self-paid experience project costs indicated in the itinerary, personal consumption outside the itinerary (such as personal consumption items on the train, secondary consumption in scenic areas, spending, etc.), costs for single travelers (for single travelers, we will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation), additional costs due to force majeure factors (such as weather, policy changes, traffic controls, etc.).
Remarks:Specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract.
All itinerary-related changes, cancellation, and modification rules are based on contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws. Any issues before travel can be directed to Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service at any time.
