Where to Find the Official Website of the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, How to Find the Ticket Purchase Entrance, Schedule and Fares Regularly Updated
How to book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus train? For the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus tourist train, you must purchase tickets through the railway’s professional and legitimate travel agency channel: the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Snow Lotus train department manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this special train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately
🚂 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus:A mobile viewing platform crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, unlocking an in-depth panoramic tour of Xinjiang
[Route Highlights:An excellent combination of a mobile “five-star hotel” and the panoramic scenery of Xinjiang]
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is not a traditional green-skinned train, but a “mobile viewing hotel.” The entire train uses luxury soft-sleeper carriage designs, with each carriage equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and even a leisure bar and a small viewing deck. The train travels at night and stops at attractions during the day, so tourists do not need to frequently pack their luggage and can deeply explore Xinjiang’s essential attractions in a comfortable environment.
The train route covers iconic Xinjiang landscapes such as Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke, the Duku Highway, and Kashgar Old City, linking the forests and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the desert ancient cities of southern Xinjiang. The 14-day itinerary crosses north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and can truly be called a “panoramic loop of Xinjiang.”
📅 Brief itinerary (subject to the contract; the itinerary may be slightly adjusted)
Day01:Nationwide – Urumqi
After arrival, check in at the hotel and enjoy free time to adjust to the time difference. You may visit the International Grand Bazaar to experience the local market.
🚂New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile viewing platform crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, unlocking an in-depth panoramic tour of XinjiangDay02:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun
Visit Tianshan Tianchi and admire the magnificent scene of snow-capped mountains reflected on the lake surface. Arrive in Beitun in the evening.
Day03:Beitun – Wucaitan – Chonghur – Kanas
Cross the yardang landform of Wucaitan and arrive in Kanas in the evening. Stay at a hotel near the scenic area.
Day04:Kanas – Hemu
Spend the whole day visiting Kanas Lake and the Fish Viewing Platform. In the afternoon, head to Hemu Village, the “back garden,” and experience the Tuvan wooden houses.
Day05:Hemu – Ahe Highway – Altay – Jinghe South
Cross the Ahe Highway and enjoy the forest and grassland of the Altai Mountains along the way. Arrive in Jinghe South in the evening.
[Route Highlights: An excellent combination of a mobile “five-star hotel” and the panoramic scenery of Xinjiang]Day06:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining
Tour around Sayram Lake and check in at “the last tear of the Atlantic.” In the evening, stroll along Liuxing Street in Yining.
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Go deep into the Nalati Sky Grassland and explore the flower seas at the foot of the snow-capped mountains by horseback riding or hiking.
Day08:Nalati – Bayinbuluke
Cross the middle section of the Duku Highway and arrive at Bayinbuluke Grassland, waiting for the sunset over the Nine Bends and Eighteen Curves.
Day09:Bayinbuluke – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon – Kashgar
Follow the southern section of the Duku Highway through the Tianshan Mountains, visit the Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, and arrive in Kashgar in the evening.
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus is not a traditional green-skinned train, but a “mobile viewing hotel.” The entire train uses luxury soft-sleeper carriage designs, with each carriage equipped with bathrooms, constant-temperature air conditioning, large viewing windows, and even a leisure bar and a small viewing deck. The train travels at night and stops at attractions during the day, so tourists do not need to frequently pack their luggage and can deeply explore Xinjiang’s essential attractions in a comfortable environment.Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Taxkorgan
Visit Baisha Lake on the Pamir Plateau and arrive in Tashkurgan County in the evening.
Day11:Tajik Family Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Experience family visits with people of various ethnic groups, visit Karakul Lake at the foot of Muztagh Ata, and return to Kashgar.
Day12:Kashgar Old City – Gaotai Folk Houses – Turpan
Take the tourist special train to tour 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)
Stroll through Kashgar Old City, visit the Id Kah Mosque, and fly to Turpan in the evening.
Day13:Karez – Flaming Mountains – Jiaohe Ancient City – Urumqi
The train route covers iconic Xinjiang landscapes such as Urumqi, Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, Bayinbuluke, the Duku Highway, and Kashgar Old City, linking the forests and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the desert ancient cities of southern Xinjiang. The 14-day itinerary crosses north and south of the Tianshan Mountains and can truly be called a “panoramic loop of Xinjiang.”Visit the Karez underground water conservancy project, check in at the Flaming Mountains, tour Jiaohe Ancient City, and return to Urumqi in the evening.
Day14:Urumqi – Nationwide
Airport transfer according to flight time; end of the itinerary.
💰 Price explanation (subject to the contract; prices may fluctuate)
According to recent departure schedules, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus offers two cabin choices:
June departures (June 2, June 16, June 30):
Prestige Golden Diamond:68,999 yuan/person (3 compartments per carriage, capacity 6 people, bathroom)
Xiyue Golden Diamond:62,999 yuan/person (4 compartments per carriage, capacity 8 people, bathroom)
📅Brief itinerary (subject to the contract; the itinerary may be slightly adjusted)August-September departures (August 11, August 30, September 13, September 27):
Prestige Golden Diamond:72,999 yuan/person (3 compartments per carriage, capacity 6 people, bathroom)
Xiyue Golden Diamond:66,999 yuan/person (4 compartments per carriage, capacity 8 people, bathroom)
Price includes:Train accommodation, scenic area tickets, local transportation, tour guide services, and some meals (specific details subject to the contract). Prices may change with market fluctuations. It is recommended to consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency in advance to confirm remaining seats and prices.
📝 Registration method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency and must provide valid ID information and a health certificate (required by some scenic areas). It is recommended to book 30 days in advance, especially for summer vacation and National Day departures, when remaining seats are tight.
💡 Cost explanation and service explanation
Cost includes:Train accommodation, first admission tickets to scenic areas, local air-conditioned tourist buses, Chinese-speaking tour guide services, 13 breakfasts and 20 main meals (specific details subject to actual consultation and signing).
Day01: Nationwide – UrumqiCost does not include:Round-trip major transportation (airplane/train), personal consumption, and optional paid items during the itinerary (such as horseback riding, specialty meals, etc.).
Single registration:The travel agency will make every effort to coordinate room sharing. If room sharing is not possible, a supplement is required (specific amount subject to consultation).
Itinerary changes:In case of force majeure factors such as weather or policies, the itinerary may be reasonably changed upon mutual agreement between both parties.
🌄 Xinjiang travel tips
Best season:June to September is the peak tourist season in Xinjiang, when grassland flower seas overlap with the fruit ripening period, but accommodation must be booked in advance; after October, northern Xinjiang enters the early snow season, and some scenic areas may be closed.
Clothing guide:Xinjiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, so warm jackets are needed even in summer; the Pamir Plateau in southern Xinjiang is at a high altitude, so windproof and cold-proof clothing is recommended.
Photography suggestions:At places such as Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, the soft-light periods are 2 hours after sunrise and 2 hours before sunset. It is recommended to reserve a spot in advance.
Cultural respect:Dress appropriately when visiting (avoid short skirts and sleeveless clothing). When entering local homes, take off your shoes and accept the tea and snacks offered by the host.
The New Oriental Express Snow Lotus excellently combines the vastness of Xinjiang with the comfort of the train. During the 14-day itinerary, you do not need to frequently change hotels; simply sit by the viewing window and watch snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, and deserts pass before your eyes. Whether it is the “Swiss scenery” of northern Xinjiang or the “Silk Road charm” of southern Xinjiang, this train can help you unlock them one by one.
Snow Lotus tourist special train ticketing center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), Snow Lotus special train manager Guo Jing’s WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase
