Oriental Express Snow Lotus 2026 Price Registration Process Official Website
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, please contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🚂 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus: 2026 Xinjiang Panoramic Slow Travel New Experience
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel method is quietly changing people’s understanding of ‘in-depth travel’—not rushing to check off scenic spots, but making the train your home, immersing in nature and culture during the day, and sleeping under the stars at night. This is the ‘mobile resort’ journey advocated by the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus. As a high-end tourist special train launched by Xinjiang Railway, it is not a traditional train but a luxury hotel traveling across the Tianshan Mountains, integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and cultural experiences.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction
In 2026, the Snow Lotus continues its classic operation model, featuring two seasonal routes: the summer Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Route and the autumn Southern Xinjiang Cultural Route. Both routes cover Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural heritage, including the clear waters and autumn forests of Kanas Lake, the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village, the azure mirror-like Sayram Lake, the rolling green carpets of Nalati Grassland, the magnificent canyons of the Duku Highway, the thousand-year-old streets of Kashgar Old City, and the golden ocean of Tarim Poplar Forest.
The train uses a third-generation upgraded body, with 13 passenger cars out of 18 total carriages, equipped with bathrooms, a silent vibration-damping system, and constant temperature air conditioning, significantly reducing travel noise and enhancing journey comfort. The interior incorporates Xinjiang aesthetic elements like ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ and ‘Kashgar Wood Carving’, featuring a starry sky-themed dining car, a panoramic sightseeing carriage, a multi-functional entertainment area (including KTV, piano, board games), and an intangible cultural heritage interaction corner. Multiple cultural lectures and handicraft experience activities are arranged weekly, making the journey both visually appealing and participatory.
Notably, the itinerary adopts a ‘travel by night, explore by day’ model, effectively saving travel time. Tourists don’t need to wake up early to rush; they can leisurely delve into each destination. The train is accompanied by dedicated butlers, professional guides, and medical support when necessary, providing meticulous and thoughtful service.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
Quick Itinerary (Summer Version)
Day01: Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02: Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
Day03: Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
🚂 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus: 2026 Xinjiang Panoramic Slow Travel New ExperienceDay04: Hemu – Kanas
Day05: Kanas – Chonghur – Colorful Beach – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day06: Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
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 Special Train
Day10: Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day11: Taxkorgan – Tajik Home Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12: Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day13: Turpan – Urumqi
Day14: Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
On the vast land of Xinjiang, a travel method is quietly changing people’s understanding of ‘in-depth travel’—not rushing to check off scenic spots, but making the train your home, immersing in nature and culture during the day, and sleeping under the stars at night. This is the ‘mobile resort’ journey advocated by the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus. As a high-end tourist special train launched by Xinjiang Railway, it is not a traditional train but a luxury hotel traveling across the Tianshan Mountains, integrating transportation, accommodation, dining, and cultural experiences.Day01: Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day02: Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – Grape Manor, evening special train to Ruoqiang
Day03: Milan Ruins – Loulan Museum – Loulan Park – Ruoqiang Red Date Picking, evening special train to Hotan
Day04: Arrive in Hotan in the morning – Hotan Tuancheng – Yurungkash River Treasure Hunting – Grape Corridor – King Walnut Tree – Yotkan Ancient City Night View
Day05: Special train to Shache – Yarkand Khan’s Palace – Amannisa Khan’s Mausoleum, then to Kashgar
Day06: Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day07: Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences, evening special train to Kuqa
Day08: Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
Day09: To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day10: Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day11: Urumqi – Farewell to the Group
> Note: The actual itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to objective factors such as weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, subject to mutual agreement.
🌄 Route and Destination Introduction💰 Price Explanation
Our agency offers various travel options for everyone, including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car rentals. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
Based on current confirmed information, the 2026 Snow Lotus prices for each schedule are as follows (unit: yuan per person):
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 yuan/person
June 1, June 30
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 67,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 62,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 56,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 yuan/person
In 2026, the Snow Lotus continues its classic operation model, featuring two seasonal routes: the summer Northern Xinjiang Panoramic Route and the autumn Southern Xinjiang Cultural Route. Both routes cover Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural heritage, including the clear waters and autumn forests of Kanas Lake, the morning mist and smoke of Hemu Village, the azure mirror-like Sayram Lake, the rolling green carpets of Nalati Grassland, the magnificent canyons of the Duku Highway, the thousand-year-old streets of Kashgar Old City, and the golden ocean of Tarim Poplar Forest. June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 63,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 58,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 yuan/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 71,999 yuan/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 65,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 59,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth person 30,000 yuan/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 44,999 yuan/person
The train uses a third-generation upgraded body, with 13 passenger cars out of 18 total carriages, equipped with bathrooms, a silent vibration-damping system, and constant temperature air conditioning, significantly reducing travel noise and enhancing journey comfort. The interior incorporates Xinjiang aesthetic elements like ‘Tianshan Snow Lotus’ and ‘Kashgar Wood Carving’, featuring a starry sky-themed dining car, a panoramic sightseeing carriage, a multi-functional entertainment area (including KTV, piano, board games), and an intangible cultural heritage interaction corner. Multiple cultural lectures and handicraft experience activities are arranged weekly, making the journey both visually appealing and participatory. Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 39,999 yuan/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 36,999 yuan/person
Third and fourth person 20,000 yuan/person
> The above prices are reference ranges. Specific fees, availability, and room arrangements are subject to the signed contract and may vary slightly by schedule.
📞 Registration Method
Travelers interested in booking the 2026 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus itinerary can inquire and register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Phone: 181-3962-2233
💬 WeChat: 181-3962-2233
📍 For address information, please contact customer service directly for the latest reception arrangements.
ℹ️ Fee and Service Explanation
The fee includes train cabin accommodation, all ground transportation, first admission tickets to scenic spots, meals (including specialty dinners), guide service, and on-board butler service. For children’s policies, single bookings, etc., our agency will try to arrange room sharing; if a price difference is needed, we will communicate with the guest in advance to confirm.
All itinerary arrangements, service standards, and cancellation policies are implemented in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and related regulations. Specific details are subject to the signed tourism contract; it is recommended to communicate fully before travel.
Boarding the Snow Lotus is not just about seeing the scenery, but also feeling the vastness and gentleness of Xinjiang’s land in the flowing time. Whether it’s the lakes and mountains of Northern Xinjiang or the historical echoes of Southern Xinjiang, this journey will leave you with unique and unforgettable memories.
To learn more about Xinjiang tourism special trains, consult customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
