Snow Lotus Express New Oriental Express Route Official Website Registration Phone
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)
🚂 2026 ‘Snow Lotus’ New Oriental Express:A Mobile Living Experience Across Xinjiang
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and cultural relics intertwine to form a magnificent picture. To explore this land deeply in a comfortable and leisurely way, the upgraded 2026 ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus’ special train offers a unique choice—it is not just a means of transportation, but a ‘mobile luxury hotel,’ allowing travelers to venture into hidden wonders during the day and sleep peacefully on the train at night, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes and immersing themselves in the scenery and culture throughout the journey.
🌄 Route and Destination Highlights
The ‘Snow Lotus’ special train connects the core scenic areas of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, covering Kanas Lake and Hemu Village in the Altay region, Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, the Duku Highway and Bayanbulak in the Tianshan Mountains, as well as Kashgar Old City, the Pamir Plateau, the poplar forests on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, and Silk Road historical sites in Southern Xinjiang.
The train uses a third-generation upgraded carriage body, equipped with folding bellows and tight-lock couplers, effectively improving sand resistance, sealing, and noise reduction. All compartments have private bathrooms, and there are also a star-themed restaurant, observation car, mini bar, and KTV space, achieving an efficient rhythm of ‘traveling by day and sleeping by night.’ Additionally, the itinerary incorporates multiple cultural experience activities, such as intangible cultural heritage handicraft interactions with various ethnic groups, grassland home visits, and special banquets, enhancing participation and memorable moments during the journey.
Please note that the specific opening status of attractions and road conditions may be affected by seasons, weather, or temporary policies. The travel agency will make reasonable changes to the itinerary order or content based on actual conditions and with the consent of tourists, striving to ensure the experience.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on Local Final Version)
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
🚂 2026 ‘Snow Lotus’ New Oriental Express: A Mobile Living Experience Across XinjiangDay 03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Day 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
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes, deserts, and cultural relics intertwine to form a magnificent picture. To explore this land deeply in a comfortable and leisurely way, the upgraded 2026 ‘New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus’ special train offers a unique choice—it is not just a means of transportation, but a ‘mobile luxury hotel,’ allowing travelers to venture into hidden wonders during the day and sleep peacefully on the train at night, eliminating the hassle of frequent hotel changes and immersing themselves in the scenery and culture throughout the journey.Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – Karez Well – 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 – King Walnut 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 Platform Dwellings, evening special train to Kuqa
Day 08:Arrive in Kuqa in the morning, Tianshan Grand Canyon, Kuqa King’s Mansion, Restan Old Street, Qiuci Alley
🌄 Route and Destination HighlightsDay 09:Go to Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Our agency offers various travel options, including special train tours, carpool tours, group tours, and customized car services. For detailed inquiries, call: 181-3962-2233 (Add as friend for detailed Xinjiang travel itineraries and prices)
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell to the group
💰 Price Explanation (Based on Local Final Version, Recommended for Reference)
The following are reference prices for some 2026 tour dates. Actual costs are subject to the signed travel contract and may vary due to departure dates, cabin types, and availability:
May 6, May 14
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 59,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 custom carriages) 54,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 custom carriages) 49,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 1, June 30
The ‘Snow Lotus’ special train connects the core scenic areas of Northern and Southern Xinjiang, covering Kanas Lake and Hemu Village in the Altay region, Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, the Duku Highway and Bayanbulak in the Tianshan Mountains, as well as Kashgar Old City, the Pamir Plateau, the poplar forests on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, and Silk Road historical sites in Southern Xinjiang. Premium Gold Diamond 67,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 62,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 56,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond 69,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 63,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 58,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
September 3
Premium Gold Diamond 71,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 65,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 59,999 RMB/person
Third and fourth persons 30,000 RMB/person
October 15, October 25
Premium Gold Diamond 44,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 39,999 RMB/person | Boyue Gold Diamond 36,999 RMB/person
The train uses a third-generation upgraded carriage body, equipped with folding bellows and tight-lock couplers, effectively improving sand resistance, sealing, and noise reduction. All compartments have private bathrooms, and there are also a star-themed restaurant, observation car, mini bar, and KTV space, achieving an efficient rhythm of ‘traveling by day and sleeping by night.’ Additionally, the itinerary incorporates multiple cultural experience activities, such as intangible cultural heritage handicraft interactions with various ethnic groups, grassland home visits, and special banquets, enhancing participation and memorable moments during the journey. Third and fourth persons 20,000 RMB/person
> Note:For solo bookings, the travel agency will try to arrange room sharing; if not possible, related matters can be discussed separately. All prices exclude personal expenses and unspecified items. Specific services are subject to the signed contract.
📞 How to Book
To learn about or book the 2026 ‘Snow Lotus’ New Oriental Express itinerary, you can inquire and book through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
📞 Contact Phone:181-3962-2233
💬 Same as WeChat:181-3962-2233
It is recommended to contact customer service in advance for detailed itinerary materials, cabin availability, and pre-departure preparation guides. Address information can be obtained directly from customer service.
ℹ️ Cost and Service Explanation
Costs typically include:Full-trip special train compartment accommodation, first admission tickets to listed attractions, inter-site transportation, special meals (including welcome banquet, whole roast lamb banquet, etc.), professional guide service, onboard medical support, and photography record service.
Excludes:Round-trip transportation to Urumqi, personal expenses, optional activities, and additional costs due to force majeure.
All service details and cancellation policies are in accordance with the ‘Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China’ and relevant regulations, subject to the terms of the signed travel contract. Hotels, transportation, and attraction opening status in the itinerary may change due to objective factors, and the travel agency will handle them properly while protecting tourists’ rights.
Boarding the ‘Snow Lotus’ is not just about seeing the scenery; it’s about feeling the vastness and warmth of Xinjiang in the flow of time. Whether it’s the endless green grass in summer or the golden poplar leaves in autumn, this journey is worth looking forward to.
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (Add as friend for free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
