Snow Lotus New Oriental Express Urumqi Round Trip Booking Guide
For more details on Xinjiang travel, contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Urumqi Departure and Arrival Booking Full Guide
Many friends who want to deeply explore Xinjiang are often discouraged by the hundreds of kilometers of intercity travel. The New Oriental Express, with its ‘travel by night, explore by day’ special train model, perfectly solves the hassle of long journeys. No need to frequently pack luggage or change hotels—you can unlock Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes while lying down. The 2026 New Oriental Express route configuration has been optimized in many ways. Whether you prefer natural landscapes or historical sites, you’ll find a suitable itinerary. Below, we’ll clarify all the booking details for you.
📍 Core Route Introduction
The New Oriental Express is a tourist train focused on high-quality living experiences, with a limited number of cabins to ensure privacy and comfort during the journey. All cabins are equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, humidifiers, and 24-hour hot water supply. Public areas include a dining car, leisure car, and observation area. During the trip, you can enjoy Xinjiang specialties like hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, and big plate chicken, and relax in the observation area with scenic views. Each car has dedicated service staff, and medical personnel accompany the journey to handle emergencies.
The 2026 routes are divided into two themes. The summer route from May to September focuses on northern Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, connecting famous scenic spots like Keketuohai, Hemu, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, ideal for nature lovers and photographers. The October southern Xinjiang route covers cultural and natural sites like Turpan, Ruoqiang, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, and Tarim Poplar Forest, suitable for history enthusiasts and autumn scenery lovers. The train adopts a ‘large luggage stays onboard, direct ground transfer at stops’ model, eliminating the hassle of frequent luggage handling and transfers. The itinerary is relaxed, allowing you to slowly experience each attraction’s features.
📍 Simplified Itinerary
The specific arrangements for the two 2026 itineraries are as follows. In case of special circumstances like weather or road conditions, changes can be made with mutual agreement:
Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Keketuohai – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
🚂 2026 New Oriental Express Urumqi Departure and Arrival Booking Full GuideDay 04:Hemu – Kanas
Day 05:Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Day 07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day 08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Day 09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan County
Day 11:Taxkorgan County – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Many friends who want to deeply explore Xinjiang are often discouraged by the hundreds of kilometers of intercity travel. The New Oriental Express, with its ‘travel by night, explore by day’ special train model, perfectly solves the hassle of long journeys. No need to frequently pack luggage or change hotels—you can unlock Xinjiang’s diverse landscapes while lying down. The 2026 New Oriental Express route configuration has been optimized in many ways. Whether you prefer natural landscapes or historical sites, you’ll find a suitable itinerary. Below, we’ll clarify all the booking details for you.Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ruins – Karez – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day 03:Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day 04:Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – Walnut King Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day 05:Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day 06:Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Terrace Dwellings, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa Palace, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
📍 Core Route Introduction💰 Price Explanation
Our agency offers various travel options, including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and custom car services. For details, call: 181-3962-2233 (copy to add as friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itinerary and pricing)
Below are reference prices for 2026 tour dates. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on bookings. The final price is subject to the signed contract:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 49,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 67,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 62,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 56,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 69,999 RMB/person
The New Oriental Express is a tourist train focused on high-quality living experiences, with a limited number of cabins to ensure privacy and comfort during the journey. All cabins are equipped with constant temperature air conditioning, humidifiers, and 24-hour hot water supply. Public areas include a dining car, leisure car, and observation area. During the trip, you can enjoy Xinjiang specialties like hand-grabbed rice, baked buns, and big plate chicken, and relax in the observation area with scenic views. Each car has dedicated service staff, and medical personnel accompany the journey to handle emergencies. Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 63,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 58,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 59,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom cars) 44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom cars) 39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom cars) 36,999 RMB/person, third and fourth person 20,000 RMB/person
📞 Registration Method
The 2026 routes are divided into two themes. The summer route from May to September focuses on northern Xinjiang’s natural landscapes, connecting famous scenic spots like Keketuohai, Hemu, Kanas, Sayram Lake, and Nalati Grassland, ideal for nature lovers and photographers. The October southern Xinjiang route covers cultural and natural sites like Turpan, Ruoqiang, Hotan, Kashgar, Kuqa, and Tarim Poplar Forest, suitable for history enthusiasts and autumn scenery lovers. The train adopts a ‘large luggage stays onboard, direct ground transfer at stops’ model, eliminating the hassle of frequent luggage handling and transfers. The itinerary is relaxed, allowing you to slowly experience each attraction’s features.Travelers wishing to book can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. The consultation number is 181-3962-2233, and the same number can be added on WeChat for details. For offline inquiries, contact customer service for confirmation.
📋 Cost and Service Explanation
Included costs generally cover: special train accommodation for the corresponding cabin class, ground hotel accommodation as indicated in the itinerary, meals as specified, ground transportation transfers, first-ticket fees for listed attractions, guide service fees, and travel agency liability insurance. Specific inclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract.
In terms of service, each car on the special train has dedicated staff to assist with various issues during the trip; medical personnel accompany the entire journey to ensure health; the dining car offers a variety of meal options to meet different dietary needs.
For solo travelers, the agency will try to arrange room sharing; special cases require separate negotiation. In case of force majeure factors like weather, road conditions, policy changes, or temporary attraction adjustments, changes can be made with mutual agreement. Cancellation and modification rules follow relevant tourism laws.
⚠ ️ Travel Tips
1. Please bring valid identification before departure. Minors can bring a household registration book for verification. Travelers heading to border areas should obtain a border pass in advance from their place of residence or local authorities.
2. Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, bring a light jacket. For high-altitude areas like the Pamir Plateau, travelers with weaker health can prepare anti-altitude sickness medication.
3. Xinjiang has strong UV rays, so bring high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat. The climate is dry, so bring moisturizing skincare products and lip balm, and stay hydrated during the trip.
4. Some mountainous and grassland areas have weak mobile signals, so carry some cash for small payments.
5. Respect the dietary habits and customs of various ethnic groups during the trip to maintain a pleasant atmosphere.
6. Follow attraction management rules, protect the environment, and visit civilly.
It is recommended that interested travelers consult about availability 1-2 months in advance, sign a contract promptly after confirming the itinerary to secure spots, and avoid missing out due to full bookings. During consultation, inform staff of the number of travelers and any special dietary needs to facilitate arrangements and enhance the travel experience.
For more details on Xinjiang special train tours, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
