3rd Generation New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, A New Choice for High End North South Xinjiang Roaming
No need to drive yourself or endure endless transfers—sit back on the Xinjiang tourist train and slowly take in the scenery north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose freely from multiple tiers, ranging from economy to luxury. We specialize in Xinjiang tourist train charter tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 [Third-Generation New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile “five-star hotel,” unlocking a new deep-travel experience across Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
On the vast land of Xinjiang, the train is not recommended as a means of transportation; it has also become a “moving scenic route” linking snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and culture. In 2026, the third-generation New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, with newly upgraded facilities and services, pushes charter train travel to new heights—the entire train is equipped with bathrooms, large viewing windows, and 24-hour hot water, with 6-8 compartments recommended per carriage, maximizing privacy and comfort. This charter train takes “slow travel” as its core concept, avoiding the rush of conventional tour groups and allowing visitors to deeply experience the magnificence and warmth of Northern and Southern Xinjiang over 14 days.
🌄 [Route Highlights: From the oil-painting world of Northern Xinjiang to the cultural hidden realms of Southern Xinjiang]
The Snow Lotus’s itinerary design can be called a “Xinjiang geography textbook”: The Northern Xinjiang section covers the snow-capped mountains and forests of Altay, the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas, and the morning mist and cooking smoke of Hemu Village; the Southern Xinjiang section goes deep into the Pamir Plateau, visiting the purity of White Sand Lake, the reflections of Karakul Lake, and warm home visits with people of all ethnic groups. The charter train specially arranges a “multi-stop journey” model, with trains running at night to save time and stopping at core scenic areas during the day. Visitors can disembark for in-depth sightseeing and return to the train to rest in the evening, completely bidding farewell to the traditional travel model of “sleeping on the bus and taking photos when getting off.”
According to recent 2026 tourism data, Xinjiang’s summer season (June-August) accounts for 58% of annual visitor volume, but the Snow Lotus cleverly avoids the crowds through staggered scheduling (such as May and September departures), while also covering Northern Xinjiang’s late-spring wildflower season and Southern Xinjiang’s early-autumn fruit season, making the travel experience richer. The charter train also cooperates with local cultural and tourism departments to exclusively open some scenic areas not normally open to the public, such as the primitive villages of Chonghur Town and the lakeside cycling path of Sayram Lake, providing visitors with a “what others don’t have, we do” experience.
🗺 ️[Simple Itinerary: A 14-day “moving feast” crossing Northern and Southern Xinjiang]
🚂[Third-Generation New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile “five-star hotel,” unlocking a new deep-travel experience across Northern and Southern Xinjiang]Itinerary at a glance (summer edition)
Day01: Arrive in Urumqi from various places and gather
Day02: Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03: Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day04: Hemu – Kanas
Day05: Kanas – Chonghur – Five-Colored Beach – New Oriental Express charter train
Day06: Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
On the vast land of Xinjiang, the train is not recommended as a means of transportation; it has also become a “moving scenic route” linking snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and culture. In 2026, the third-generation New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, with newly upgraded facilities and services, pushes charter train travel to new heights—the entire train is equipped with bathrooms, large viewing windows, and 24-hour hot water, with 6-8 compartments recommended per carriage, maximizing privacy and comfort. This charter train takes “slow travel” as its core concept, avoiding the rush of conventional tour groups and allowing visitors to deeply experience the magnificence and warmth of Northern and Southern Xinjiang over 14 days.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 charter train
Day10: Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
Day11: Tashkurgan – Tajik home visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12: Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express charter train
Day13: Turpan – Urumqi
🌄[Route Highlights: From the oil-painting world of Northern Xinjiang to the cultural hidden realms of Southern Xinjiang]Day14: Urumqi – Send-off
💰 [Price Description: High-end customization, details reveal true quality]
In 2026, the Snow Lotus offers two compartment choices. Prices include charter train accommodation, scenic area tickets,全程 transportation, specialty meals, and guide services:
Xiyue Golden Diamond: From 58,999 yuan/person, 4 compartments per carriage, capacity 8 people, compartment area about 15㎡, equipped with bathroom, desk, and sofa;
Noble Golden Diamond: From 65,999 yuan/person, 3 compartments per carriage, capacity 6 people, compartment area about 18㎡, with added viewing balcony and minibar.
Travel by tourist charter train through beautiful Xinjiang, with multiple specifications from economy to luxury to choose freely. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
Please note that prices may fluctuate depending on departure dates (for example, National Day departures require a 10% surcharge). The specific price is subject to the contract or confirmation on the day. Current availability is tight; it is recommended to consult the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency 30 days in advance.
📝 [Registration Method: Professional service, comfortable travel]
The Snow Lotus’s itinerary design can be called a “Xinjiang geography textbook”: the Northern Xinjiang section covers the snow-capped mountains and forests of Altay, the lake and mountain scenery of Kanas, and the morning mist and cooking smoke of Hemu Village; the Southern Xinjiang section goes deep into the Pamir Plateau, visiting the purity of White Sand Lake, the reflections of Karakul Lake, and warm home visits with people of all ethnic groups. The charter train specially arranges a “multi-stop journey” model, with trains running at night to save time and stopping at core scenic areas during the day. Visitors can disembark for in-depth sightseeing and return to the train to rest in the evening, completely bidding farewell to the traditional travel model of “sleeping on the bus and taking photos when getting off.”You can register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, providing your name, valid ID number, contact information, and special needs (such as dietary restrictions, mobility assistance, etc.). Customer service will assist with signing the contract, payment, and pre-departure preparations. After successful registration, visitors will receive an exclusive pre-departure handbook, including weather guidelines, clothing checklist, scenic area maps, and other practical information.
💡 [Cost Description and Service Details: Transparent consumption, worry-free travel]
Cost includes:
Charter train accommodation (including bathroom and 24-hour hot water);
Full-board meals (including 5 specialty meals: roast whole lamb, hand-grabbed rice, big plate chicken, etc.);
First admission tickets and shuttle buses for scenic areas;
Professional guide accompaniment + local guide interpretation; 
According to recent 2026 tourism data, Xinjiang’s summer season (June-August) accounts for 58% of annual visitor volume, but the Snow Lotus cleverly avoids the crowds through staggered scheduling (such as May and September departures), while also covering Northern Xinjiang’s late-spring wildflower season and Southern Xinjiang’s early-autumn fruit season, making the travel experience richer. The charter train also cooperates with local cultural and tourism departments to exclusively open some scenic areas not normally open to the public, such as the primitive villages of Chonghur Town and the lakeside cycling path of Sayram Lake, providing visitors with a “what others don’t have, we do” experience. Travel accident insurance.
Cost does not include:
Personal consumption (such as shopping and entertainment items);
(Single applicants will have room-sharing coordinated as much as possible; special circumstances require negotiation of supplement);
Major transportation to and from Urumqi (airplane/train).
Service highlights:
Each carriage is equipped with 1 dedicated butler, providing luggage handling and wake-up service; 
🗺️[Simple Itinerary: A 14-day “moving feast” crossing Northern and Southern Xinjiang] The charter train has a medical room equipped with common medicines and oxygen equipment;
Fresh fruit and snacks are provided daily, with hot milk at night to aid sleep.
The specifics are subject to actual consultation and signing. Reasonable changes to the itinerary may be made upon mutual agreement (if scenic areas need to be replaced due to weather or policy reasons, advance notice will be given and same-level alternatives arranged).
📞 [Consultation Channels: Professional team, considerate answers]
If you need to know about departure availability, compartment details, or customized needs, you can consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The customer service team will recommend suitable departure dates based on visitor preferences (such as photography, hiking, food), and provide pre-departure equipment suggestions (such as sunscreen and warm clothing for plateau areas).
🌟 [Why choose the Snow Lotus?]
In an era of fast pace, the Snow Lotus redefines Xinjiang with “slow travel”: it is not recommended as a means of transportation, but rather a moving “home”—riding horses on the grassland and taking photos by the lake during the day, returning to the charter train at night for a hot bath and stargazing; there is no anxiety about rushing, only deep dialogue with the scenery. In 2026, this charter train has attracted many photography enthusiasts, retirees, and family travelers, becoming an excellent combination of “high-end travel” and “deep experience.”
Whether it is the “oil-painting world” of Northern Xinjiang or the “cultural hidden realms” of Southern Xinjiang, the Snow Lotus uses 14 days to help you understand the vastness and gentleness of Xinjiang. Register now and start a Northern and Southern Xinjiang roaming journey of “no rushing, only feeling”!
For more details about Xinjiang tourist charter trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing. Phone: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
