How to Book the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus North and South Xinjiang Train, High End Wellness Slow Travel, a Xinjiang Journey Suitable for Seniors
How to book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus 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. Please 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:A moving scenic route across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
[Detailed introduction to the route or destination]
As the train slowly departs Urumqi Station, a visual feast spanning the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains begins. As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is designed with the concept of a “moving star-rated hotel.” The entire train is equipped with bathrooms, large viewing windows, and constant-temperature air conditioning, allowing passengers to fully enjoy Xinjiang’s magnificent mountains and rivers in a comfortable environment. The attractions along the route, such as Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Nalati Grassland, are all among the finest of Xinjiang’s natural scenery.
According to recent 2027 tourism data, Xinjiang has been selected for the list of popular domestic tourist destinations for three consecutive years. Among them, Kanas Lake in northern Xinjiang has a winter freezing period of up to 5 months, forming a unique blue ice landscape; after the Kashgar Old City in southern Xinjiang completed its digital upgrade in 2027, visitors can experience the millennium-old Silk Road culture through AR devices. The train’s specially designed “stop by day, travel by night” mode allows passengers to explore attractions in depth during the day and rest on the train at night, maximizing travel time.
[Simple itinerary]
Itinerary overview:
Day 1:Nationwide – Urumqi
Day 2:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun
Day 3:Beitun – Wucaitan – Chonghu’er – Kanas
New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A moving scenic route across the north and south of the Tianshan MountainsDay 4:Kanas – Hemu
Day 5:Hemu – Ahe Highway – Altay – Jinghe South
Day 6:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining
Day 7:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 8:Nalati – Bayanbulak
Day 9:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mystic Grand Canyon – Kashgar
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Tajik family visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar Old City – Gaotai Folk Houses – Turpan
[Detailed introduction to the route or destination]Day 13:Karez – Flaming Mountains – Jiaohe Ancient City – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Nationwide
[Price description]
Current departure prices are as follows (prices may fluctuate with the market and are subject to contract confirmation):
Departures on June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, and August 11:
Prestige Golden Diamond Cabin:68,999 yuan/person (3 cabins per carriage, capacity 6 people)
Xiyue Golden Diamond Cabin:62,999 yuan/person (4 cabins per carriage, capacity 8 people)
Departures on August 30, September 13, and September 27:
Prestige Golden Diamond Cabin:72,999 yuan/person
As the train slowly departs Urumqi Station, a visual feast spanning the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains begins. As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is designed with the concept of a “moving star-rated hotel.” The entire train is equipped with bathrooms, large viewing windows, and constant-temperature air conditioning, allowing passengers to fully enjoy Xinjiang’s magnificent mountains and rivers in a comfortable environment. The attractions along the route, such as Sayram Lake, Kanas, and Nalati Grassland, are all among the finest of Xinjiang’s natural scenery.Xiyue Golden Diamond Cabin:66,999 yuan/person
All cabins are equipped with bathrooms, 24-hour hot water, and viewing sofa beds. The price includes full-journey transportation, accommodation, meals, and first admission tickets to attractions, excluding personal expenses and optional item fees.
[Registration method]
You can sign up for the itinerary through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to inquire about remaining seats 30 days in advance. Summer vacation (June-August) and the National Day holiday are peak travel periods, so special attention should be paid to planning around the crowds.
[Cost description and service description]
Cost includes:
Travel beautifully across Xinjiang by tourist train, with multiple specifications from economy to luxury available at your choice. 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 throughout the train journey (including cabins with bathrooms)
13 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including specialty local cuisine)
First admission tickets to attractions and shuttle bus fees
According to recent 2027 tourism data, Xinjiang has been selected for the list of popular domestic tourist destinations for three consecutive years. Among them, Kanas Lake in northern Xinjiang has a winter freezing period of up to 5 months, forming a unique blue ice landscape; after the Kashgar Old City in southern Xinjiang completed its digital upgrade in 2027, visitors can experience the millennium-old Silk Road culture through AR devices. The train’s specially designed “stop by day, travel by night” mode allows passengers to explore attractions in depth during the day and rest on the train at night, maximizing travel time. Professional guide commentary service on board
Travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance
Special notes:
For single-person registrations, we will do our best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require negotiation
The specific itinerary may change due to weather, road conditions, and other factors, subject to mutual agreement
Child price (2-12 years old): 3,000 yuan less without an extra bed; same price as adults with an extra bed
Prices may fluctuate by departure date and are subject to the signed contract
[In-depth experience guide]
Kanas Scenic Area:The newly opened Fish Watching Platform Starry Sky Camp in 2027 allows you to experience camping and stargazing at minus 15 degrees; advance reservation is required
[Simple itinerary]Sayram Lake loop:Daily visitor limit of 3,000 people; train passengers enjoy priority entry through the VIP channel
Nalati Grassland:From June to August, there are folk performances by people of all ethnic groups every day at 10:00 and 16:00
Kashgar Old City:The city-opening ceremony is held every Friday at 10:30; it is recommended to carry valid identification and use the fast lane
[Avoiding pitfalls guide]
Beware of unofficial channels:Counterfeit ticket-booking websites have recently appeared; look only for the consultation channels of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
Equipment suggestions:For the northern Xinjiang section, prepare layered clothing for -10°C to 20°C; for the southern Xinjiang section, focus on sun protection (SPF50+ sunscreen + face scarf)
Cultural taboos:Obtain consent before photographing residents of various ethnic groups; wearing short skirts/shorts is prohibited inside
Consumption tips:Jade shops in scenic areas can be visited, but it is recommended to purchase cautiously; look for the “Xinjiang Quality Inspection” mark
[Current preferential policies]
Itinerary overview:Register before March 31, 2027 to enjoy:
Two people traveling together receive an immediate discount of 800 yuan per group
Travel during your birthday month and receive a customized travel album
Old customers who have chosen this agency for three consecutive years receive an additional airport pickup service
(The final interpretation of the promotional activities belongs to Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and relevant terms must be met)
[Pre-departure preparation checklist]
Documents:Original valid identification, a small amount of cash (signal is weak in some pastoral areas)
Clothing:Jacket, quick-dry clothing, comfortable sports shoes, folding raincoat
Electronic devices:Power bank (the train provides USB charging ports), camera cold-weather cover
Medicines:Motion sickness medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, altitude sickness medicine (Kanas is about 2,000 meters above sea level)
This golden route across the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains connects 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic areas into one line. According to the 2027 tourist satisfaction survey, travelers who chose the train rated the itinerary comfort at 9.2 points (out of 10), making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly travelers and family trips. It is recommended to choose a June-August summer escape itinerary or a September-October autumn scenery itinerary according to your interests; different seasons offer special landscapes such as lavender fields and golden poplar forests.
Snow Lotus tourist train ticket 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
