New Oriental Express Snow Lotus 2027 Turpan Loop Schedule Now Available, Ticket Booking Portal, Real Time Fare Inquiry

How to book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus tourist train? The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus tourist train must be booked through the railway’s professional and legitimate travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Snow Lotus train department manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Note that this train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
New Oriental Express Snow Lotus 2027 Turpan Loop:A mobile viewing platform spanning north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
[Route Highlights:A mobile “five-star hotel” and a panoramic scroll of Xinjiang]
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus features a unique design of “the train follows the scenery, traveling by night and touring by day,” connecting core scenic belts such as Urumqi, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar. The train uses fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages equipped with bathrooms, large viewing windows, 24-hour hot water, and butler service, making it worthy of the title “mobile five-star hotel.” The newly upgraded 2027 Snow Lotus even adds panoramic skylight carriages and a stargazing observation deck, allowing passengers to enjoy natural wonders such as the Tianshan snow peaks and Gobi sunsets during the journey.
🌄 Detailed introduction to the route or destination
[A geographical epic of north and south Tianshan]
This loop covers three major geographical units of Xinjiang: the Altai Mountain forest and grassland of northern Xinjiang, the temperate broad-leaved forests of the Ili River Valley, and the desert oases of the Tarim Basin in southern Xinjiang. Along the way, visitors can explore the World Natural Heritage Tianshan Tianchi, China’s most beautiful yardang landform Wucaitan, the Tuva settlement Hemu Village, and the Flaming Mountains recorded in Journey to the West. The southern section of the Duku Highway that the train passes through is even more renowned for its superb scenery of “four seasons in one day, different skies every ten li,” making it a must-visit section for photography enthusiasts.
[A time-space corridor of cultural blending]
From Urumqi’s International Grand Bazaar to Kashgar Old Town’s century-old teahouse, from the rammed-earth architecture of the Jiaohe Ancient City to the Russian style of Liuxing Street, the itinerary connects living examples of multi-ethnic culture. Travelers can participate in home visits to people of various ethnic groups, experience eagle flute performances and hand-grabbed rice making; at the Karez Museum in Turpan, learn how this underground water conservancy project, lasting 2,000 years, nourishes oasis civilization.
🗺 ️ Simple itinerary (local facts version)
Day01 Nationwide – Urumqi

New Oriental Express Snow Lotus 2027 Turpan Loop: A mobile viewing platform spanning north and south of the Tianshan Mountains Day02 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun
Day03 Beitun – Wucaitan – Chonghu’er – Kanas
Day04 Kanas – Hemu
Day05 Hemu – Ahe Highway – Altay – Jinghe South
Day06 Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining
Day07 Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08 Nalati – Bayanbulak
Day09 Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kashgar
Day10 Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Tashkurgan
Day11 Tajik home visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar

[Route Highlights: A mobile “five-star hotel” and a panoramic scroll of Xinjiang] Day12 Kashgar Old Town – Gaotai Residences – Turpan
Day13 Karez – Flaming Mountains – Jiaohe Ancient City – Urumqi
Day14 Urumqi – Nationwide
💰 Price description (local facts version)
The 2027 Turpan Loop departures adopt tiered pricing:
June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11:
Prestige Golden Diamond Cabin:68,999 yuan/person (3 cabins per carriage, capacity 6 people, including bathroom)
Xiyue Golden Diamond Cabin:62,999 yuan/person (4 cabins per carriage, capacity 8 people, including bathroom)
August 30, September 13, September 27:
Prestige Golden Diamond Cabin:72,999 yuan/person

As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus features a unique design of “the train follows the scenery, traveling by night and touring by day,” connecting core scenic belts such as Urumqi, Kanas, Ili, and Kashgar. The train uses fully enclosed air-conditioned carriages equipped with bathrooms, large viewing windows, 24-hour hot water, and butler service, making it worthy of the title “mobile five-star hotel.” The newly upgraded 2027 Snow Lotus even adds panoramic skylight carriages and a stargazing observation deck, allowing passengers to enjoy natural wonders such as the Tianshan snow peaks and Gobi sunsets during the journey.Xiyue Golden Diamond Cabin:66,999 yuan/person
Price includes:Accommodation throughout the train journey, land first-class bus, 13 breakfasts and 26 main meals, first admission tickets to attractions, guide service, and insurance. Prices may fluctuate with market supply and demand, and the final price is subject to the travel contract signed by both parties.
📝 Registration method
Registration can be made through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Valid identification information must be provided and an electronic contract signed. Staff will confirm remaining seats and itinerary details within 3 working days.
📋 Fee description and service description
[Fees include]
Transportation:New Oriental Express Snow Lotus train seats, local air-conditioned tourist buses

Travel by tourist train through beautiful Xinjiang, with multiple specifications from economy to luxury to choose from. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8585456; customer service manager Guo Jing phone: 181-3962-2229 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary route and train introduction)
Accommodation:Train cabin accommodation + 3 nights in four-star hotels
Meals:All main meals throughout the itinerary (including specialty flavor meals)
Tickets:First gate admission tickets to attractions marked in the itinerary
Services:Professional guide accompanying and explaining + 24-hour train butler service

🌄 Detailed introduction to the route or destination[Fees do not include]
：For single-person registration, every effort will be made to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation
Personal expenses:Entertainment items, alcoholic beverages, etc. not mentioned in the itinerary
Force majeure factors:Additional costs caused by weather, policies, etc.
Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing; the itinerary may be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement of both parties.
📌 Practical information
[Best travel time]
June to September is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang. At this time, the water of Kanas Lake is emerald green, the Nalati Grassland is in full bloom with seas of flowers, and the entire Duku Highway is open. From late September to early October, the poplar forests of southern Xinjiang can be viewed, but note that some scenic areas may close early due to weather.
[Pre-trip preparation]
Documents:Valid ID, health code (according to real-time policies)

[A geographical epic of north and south Tianshan]Clothing:There is a large temperature difference between day and night; bring a windbreaker, sun-protective clothing, and comfortable hiking shoes
Medicines:Gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, altitude sickness medicine (Tashkurgan is over 3,000 meters above sea level)
Others:Moisturizing skincare products, sunglasses, power bank, appropriate amount of cash
[Special reminders]
The train does not accept children registering alone; children under 6 years old must be accompanied by a guardian
The Tashkurgan section requires a border defense permit (can be processed at the place of household registration or at the Kashgar International Self-Driving and RV Campground)
Scenic areas such as Sayram Lake and Kanas implement a reservation system; registration through the platform is required 3 days in advance
🌐 In-depth experience suggestions
[Photography enthusiasts]
Bring a wide-angle lens to shoot the sunrise at Sayram Lake and the morning mist at the three bays of Kanas

This loop covers three major geographical units of Xinjiang: the Altai Mountain forest and grassland of northern Xinjiang, the temperate broad-leaved forests of the Ili River Valley, and the desert oases of the Tarim Basin in southern Xinjiang. Along the way, visitors can explore the World Natural Heritage Tianshan Tianchi, China’s most beautiful yardang landform Wucaitan, the Tuva settlement Hemu Village, and the Flaming Mountains recorded in Journey to the West. The southern section of the Duku Highway that the train passes through is even more renowned for its superb scenery of “four seasons in one day, different skies every ten li,” making it a must-visit section for photography enthusiasts. Use a telephoto lens to capture the winding mountain roads of the Duku Highway and the reflection of Muztagh Peak
At night, try Milky Way photography from the train’s stargazing observation deck (tripod required)
[Cultural explorers]
In Kashgar Old Town, follow artisans of various ethnic groups to learn pottery making
Participate in the “drying house exploration” activity in Turpan’s Grape Valley to learn about the natural air-drying process of raisins
Book in advance for the Jiaohe Ancient City night light show (recommended only on specific dates)
[Food hunters]
Urumqi Lingguan Lane:Hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, stir-fried noodles with pork
Kanas Tuva Village:Milk skin, mare’s milk wine, dried meat
Kashgar Century-Old Teahouse:Rose tea, walnut candy, roast pigeon
Yining Liuxing Street:Russian bread, Kazakh milk curd, Uzbek hand-grabbed rice
This 14-day loop running through north and south Tianshan condenses natural wonders and cultural heritage into a single train journey. Whether you are a traveler seeking an in-depth experience of Xinjiang’s diverse cultures or a high-end client pursuing a comfortable experience, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus can provide a unique travel solution. It is recommended to inquire about remaining seats at least 60 days in advance to lock in your preferred cabin type and departure date.
Snow Lotus tourist train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Snow Lotus train manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase