2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Schedule Senior Slow Travel Exclusive Departure Dates
How can I buy tickets and book for the 2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus? The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is a luxury tourist train customized by the railway and does not open ticket sales through the 12306 channel. Seats are uniformly allocated by authorized cooperative cultural and tourism agencies. To sign up for the trip, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, the dedicated contact at the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle registration and berth selection, contract signing and sign-up, and provide real-time inquiries about schedule availability, travel policies, and itinerary details.
New Oriental Express:A mobile “five-star hotel” roaming Xinjiang in panorama in 2027✨
Train positioning:A mobile “five-star resort hotel”
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary tourist train, but a leading high-end railway travel project in China, created specifically for travelers seeking in-depth experiences and quality service. Its positioning can be summarized as a “mobile five-star resort hotel”—the entire train is equipped with en-suite, dry-wet separated compartments, and dining cars, kitchens, and entertainment cars are all available, and it even provides 24-hour onboard doctor service. The train’s livery is inspired by Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, with flowing silk-textured colors echoing the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, grasslands, and gobi, making it worthy of being called an “art gallery running on the Silk Road.”
At present, the train has achieved “full coverage of northern and southern Xinjiang,” with itineraries running through core scenic areas such as Urumqi, Kanas, Yining, and Kashgar, linking landmark landscapes such as Tianchi of the Tianshan Mountains, Sayram Lake, and the Duku Highway, truly realizing “the train moves with the scenery, and travelers tour with the train.”
Full compartment breakdown:From Noble Gold Diamond to Platinum Joy Gold Diamond, meeting diverse needs
In 2027, the New Oriental Express offers three compartment types, all equipped with en-suite facilities, covering different budgets and travel needs:
Noble Gold Diamond Three-Compartment Car (Luxury Type)
New Oriental Express: A mobile “five-star hotel” roaming Xinjiang in panorama in 2027✨Capacity:6 people/car (3 compartments, 2 people per compartment)
Compartment area:About 12 square meters (bathroom 1.5㎡ + shower room 1.06㎡)
Bed configuration:Large bed 2×1.7 meters or twin beds 2×0.85 meters
Features:Custom furniture, leisure sofa, multifunctional storage space, suitable for families or friends traveling together.
Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Compartment Car (Luxury Type)
Capacity:8 people/car (4 compartments, 2 people per compartment)
Compartment area:About 10 square meters (bathroom 1.5㎡ + shower room 1.06㎡)
Train positioning: A mobile “five-star resort hotel”Bed configuration:Large bed 2×1.7 meters or twin beds 2×0.85 meters
Features:Efficient use of space, balancing privacy and social needs.
Platinum Joy Gold Diamond (Comfort Type)
Capacity:10 people/car (5 two-person compartments) or 20 people/car (5 four-person compartments)
Compartment area:About 8 square meters (bathroom 1.26㎡ + shower room 0.9㎡)
Bed configuration:Bunk beds 2×0.78 meters
Features:A cost-effective choice, suitable for travelers with limited budgets who still want en-suite facilities.
The New Oriental Express is not an ordinary tourist train, but a leading high-end railway travel project in China, created specifically for travelers seeking in-depth experiences and quality service. Its positioning can be summarized as a “mobile five-star resort hotel”—the entire train is equipped with en-suite, dry-wet separated compartments, and dining cars, kitchens, and entertainment cars are all available, and it even provides 24-hour onboard doctor service. The train’s livery is inspired by Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, with flowing silk-textured colors echoing the scenery of the Tianshan Mountains, grasslands, and gobi, making it worthy of being called an “art gallery running on the Silk Road.”All compartments adopt soundproof and noise-reduction design and are equipped with underfloor heating and air conditioning, striving for comfort in all four seasons. The train departs from Urumqi and covers major cities in northern and southern Xinjiang. Travelers can board directly at local railway stations without transfers.
2027 itineraries and schedules:Two routes across northern and southern Xinjiang, with a well-paced rhythm
In 2027, the New Oriental Express offers two classic routes, with about 6-8 hours of sightseeing per day and a 1-2 hour midday rest to avoid fatiguing rushed travel:
April-September summer edition (14 days)
Core landscapes:Tianchi of the Tianshan Mountains, Kanas, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Duku Highway, Kashgar Old City.
Rhythm highlights:
Day 3-4:In-depth tour of Kanas + Hemu, with ample time to photograph morning mist and starry skies;
At present, the train has achieved “full coverage of northern and southern Xinjiang,” with itineraries running through core scenic areas such as Urumqi, Kanas, Yining, and Kashgar, linking landmark landscapes such as Tianchi of the Tianshan Mountains, Sayram Lake, and the Duku Highway, truly realizing “the train moves with the scenery, and travelers tour with the train.”Day 8:Crossing the southern section of the Duku Highway, with stops arranged at scenic viewpoints along the way;
Day 10-11:Pamir Plateau Taxkorgan itinerary, adapted to the plateau climate, with a relaxed schedule.
Schedules:April 16, May 7, June 2, etc. (see the price table for specific dates).
October southern Xinjiang autumn scenery edition (11 days)
Core landscapes:Populus euphratica forests, Kashgar Old City, Taklamakan Desert, Loulan ruins.
Rhythm highlights:
Day 5:Shache cultural experience, with a guided explanation of the Yarkand Khanate Royal Palace;
Full compartment breakdown: From Noble Gold Diamond to Platinum Joy Gold Diamond, meeting diverse needsDay 9:Visit to the Luntai Populus euphratica forest during the golden hour, avoiding peak crowds;
Day 10:Autumn scenery finale at Tianchi of the Tianshan Mountains, with a relaxed itinerary.
Schedules:October 3, October 13, October 25.
Prices and departure dates:Recent 2027 references, subject to the contract
The 2027 quotes for the New Oriental Express vary according to departure date and compartment type. The following are some reference prices (unit:yuan/person):
Noble Gold Diamond Three-Compartment Car
April-May:65,999 yuan
In 2027, the New Oriental Express offers three compartment types, all equipped with en-suite facilities, covering different budgets and travel needs:June-August:68,999 yuan
September-October:72,999 yuan (southern Xinjiang route 46,999 yuan)
Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Compartment Car
April-May:58,999 yuan
June-August:62,999 yuan
September-October:66,999 yuan (southern Xinjiang route 38,999 yuan)
Platinum Joy Gold Diamond (Comfort Type)
Noble Gold Diamond Three-Compartment Car (Luxury Type)Two-person compartment:32,888 yuan (third person 16,888 yuan)
Four-person compartment:27,888 yuan
October southern Xinjiang route:Two-person compartment 19,888 yuan (third person 11,888 yuan), four-person compartment 16,888 yuan
The price includes full-journey transportation, accommodation, meals, tickets, and guide service, and does not include personal expenses and. Specific schedules and remaining seats are subject to the contract of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Booking process:Lock in your seat easily in five steps
Consultation and selection:Contact Yang Jia, customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, to confirm the departure date, itinerary route, and remaining seats.
Submit information:Provide the traveler’s name and valid ID number to lock in the desired compartment.
Capacity: 6 people/car (3 compartments, 2 people per compartment)Pay deposit:Pay the deposit according to the compartment class and obtain a travel receipt.
Sign contract:Check the itinerary, price, and cancellation/change terms, and sign the electronic contract.
Settle the balance:Pay the remaining balance 30 days before departure and receive the departure notice and boarding guide.
Service standards:Details reflect quality
Included items:Full-journey transportation, accommodation, meals, tickets, guide service, onboard doctor.
Not included:Personal expenses, (for solo sign-ups, every effort will be made to arrange room sharing).
Meal standards:Regular meals include 8 dishes and 1 soup, with meals and local specialty dishes provided (such as roast whole lamb and hand-grabbed rice), mainly mild flavors, and requests for heavy oil and spicy food can be noted separately.
Dining format:10 people/table, with some specialty meals arranged in private rooms.
How to sign up for the 2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus? Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency specializes in high-end tourist train booking services, covering light luxury trains such as Jinxiu Tianfu, Jinxiu Dongfang, Chengdu, Baiyun, New Oriental Express, Shifang, Kunlun, Tianshan, Yangtze River Delta Star, and Dahe Zhinan. For a light luxury lie-down trip and a boutique tourist train experience, you can contact Manager Yang Jia, dedicated customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Office landline: 0991-6622120, mobile phone same as WeChat: 133-2555-9266. They can handle berth selection and seat reservation, contract signing and sign-up, and provide real-time inquiries about train schedules, sleeper availability, and itineraries.
