Snow Lotus New Oriental Express Registration and Booking One Stop Guide
For more details about Xinjiang tourism special trains, contact Zhang Jing, customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: 181-3962-2233 (same as WeChat)
🚂 Snow Lotus New Oriental Express 2026 Registration and Booking One-Stop Guide
In 2026, the popularity of Xinjiang tourism is steadily rising. For travelers who want to visit the characteristic attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without worrying about transportation, accommodation, and tickets, the New Oriental Express is a worthwhile option. As a representative of high-quality domestic tourist trains, the 2026 upgraded train features more complete facilities, allowing travelers to balance comfort and sightseeing during the journey without frequently changing hotels or packing luggage, making it easy to visit multiple Xinjiang attractions.
✨ Route and Supporting Details Introduction
The upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express consists of 18 carriages, including high-end soft sleeper cars, bar cars, kitchen and living cars, dining cars, and other functional carriages, integrating accommodation, dining, and leisure entertainment. All soft sleeper compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, and separate wet and dry bathrooms, eliminating the need to share public washing spaces throughout the journey, enhancing privacy. The entire train is also equipped with age-friendly facilities, including anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, and temperature control systems, along with onboard medical staff, making it more suitable for elderly travelers.
In terms of dining, the train kitchen has professional chefs preparing meals, offering both specialty Xinjiang flavors like hand-grabbed rice, big plate chicken, and baked buns, as well as customized light and healthy meals to meet the dietary needs of different age groups. During leisure time, passengers can relax at the multifunctional carriage’s leisure bar and participate in themed activities such as KTV, dance performances, and interactions with intangible cultural heritage inheritors, experiencing rich cultural content during the journey.
The train adopts a ‘train follows passengers, flexible stops’ model, integrating full-chain services including transportation, accommodation, dining, and scenic spot tickets. The two routes launched this time cover the summer northern Xinjiang natural scenery belt and the October southern Xinjiang cultural and poplar forest scenery belt, meeting the needs of travelers with different travel times and landscape preferences.
The summer itinerary connects key attractions in areas such as Altay, Yili, Aksu, and Kashgar. Among them, Koktokay’s 2026 ticket is 90 yuan/person, with a shuttle bus fee of 50 yuan/person, featuring the unique Irtysh River Grand Canyon landscape; Hemu Village’s ticket is 60 yuan/person plus a village maintenance fee of 20 yuan/person, with a shuttle bus fee of 100 yuan/person, and the morning mist in the village is a favorite scene for many photographers; Kanas Lake’s ticket is 185 yuan/person, with a second-entry shuttle bus fee of 130 yuan/person, and the landscapes of Three Bays and Kanas Lake offer different visual effects with the seasons; Sayram Lake’s 2026 ticket is 70 yuan/person, with wildflowers blooming by the lake in summer and crystal-clear water; Nalati Grassland’s ticket is 95 yuan/person, with a sky grassland shuttle bus fee of 60 yuan/person and a valley grassland shuttle bus fee of 40 yuan/person, featuring expansive grassland views; Bayanbulak Grassland’s ticket is 65 yuan/person, with a shuttle bus fee of 90 yuan/person, and the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns landscape at sunset is highly recognizable; Kuqa Grand Canyon’s ticket is 45 yuan/person, with distinctive red rock canyon landforms; in the Pamir scenic area, White Sand Lake and Karakul Lake have clear waters that contrast with the surrounding snow-capped mountains, creating a strong visual impact.
The October southern Xinjiang itinerary focuses on cultural and autumn-specific landscapes. Jiaohe Ancient City is a well-preserved earthen architectural city site; Karez is a unique irrigation system in Xinjiang; the Loulan Museum houses a large collection of exhibits related to Loulan culture; Hotan Round City retains traditional street styles; the night lighting effects of Yotkan Ancient City are rich; the Yarkand Khan’s Palace in Shache has distinctive architectural features; the Tarim Poplar Forest enters its viewing period in October, with a ticket of 45 yuan/person, a shuttle bus fee of 30 yuan/person, and a small train fee of 100 yuan/person, offering a good experience of traveling through the poplar forest along the tracks; Tianshan Tianchi’s ticket is 125 yuan/person, with a shuttle bus fee of 90 yuan/person, and the surrounding forests in autumn have rich color layers.
🗓 ️ Simple Itinerary
Quick Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Urumqi – New Oriental Express – Koktokay – New Oriental Express – Altay
🚂 Snow Lotus New Oriental Express 2026 Registration and Booking One-Stop GuideDay 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 – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Taxkorgan
Day 11:Taxkorgan – Ethnic Family Visits – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day 12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Oriental Express Special Train
Day 13:Turpan – Urumqi
Day 14:Urumqi – Farewell
In 2026, the popularity of Xinjiang tourism is steadily rising. For travelers who want to visit the characteristic attractions of both northern and southern Xinjiang in one trip without worrying about transportation, accommodation, and tickets, the New Oriental Express is a worthwhile option. As a representative of high-quality domestic tourist trains, the 2026 upgraded train features more complete facilities, allowing travelers to balance comfort and sightseeing during the journey without frequently changing hotels or packing luggage, making it easy to visit multiple Xinjiang attractions.October Southern Xinjiang Itinerary
Day 01:Gather in Urumqi from various locations
Day 02:Special train to Turpan – Jiaohe Ancient City – 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 Round City – 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 Tomb, then to Kashgar
Day 06:White Sand Lake, Karakul Lake, return to Kashgar
Day 07:Kashgar Old City, Id Kah Mosque, High Platform Residences, 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
Day 09:To Luntai, Tarim Poplar Forest, evening special train to Urumqi
Day 10:Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Urumqi Farewell Dinner
Day 11:Urumqi – Farewell
The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted due to weather, road conditions, scenic area opening policies, etc. Specific changes will be confirmed through mutual agreement.
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)
✨ Route and Supporting Details Introduction💰 Price Explanation
The following are reference prices for different tour dates. Prices and availability may fluctuate based on booking conditions. The final price is subject to the signed contract:
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
June 11, June 25
Premium Gold Diamond (3 custom carriages) 69,999 yuan/person
The upgraded 2026 New Oriental Express consists of 18 carriages, including high-end soft sleeper cars, bar cars, kitchen and living cars, dining cars, and other functional carriages, integrating accommodation, dining, and leisure entertainment. All soft sleeper compartments are equipped with leisure double sofas, leisure tables and chairs, and separate wet and dry bathrooms, eliminating the need to share public washing spaces throughout the journey, enhancing privacy. The entire train is also equipped with age-friendly facilities, including anti-slip handrails, emergency call systems, and temperature control systems, along with onboard medical staff, making it more suitable for elderly travelers. 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
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
📞 Registration Method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Contact number:181-3962-2233, same as WeChat: 181-3962-2233. Specific store addresses can be obtained from customer service.
In terms of dining, the train kitchen has professional chefs preparing meals, offering both specialty Xinjiang flavors like hand-grabbed rice, big plate chicken, and baked buns, as well as customized light and healthy meals to meet the dietary needs of different age groups. During leisure time, passengers can relax at the multifunctional carriage’s leisure bar and participate in themed activities such as KTV, dance performances, and interactions with intangible cultural heritage inheritors, experiencing rich cultural content during the journey.📝 Cost and Service Explanation
Costs typically include full-trip train accommodation in the corresponding compartment, scenic spot tickets and shuttle bus fees as indicated in the itinerary, meal fees as indicated, local ground transportation fees, guide service fees, and onboard medical support fees. Specific inclusions are subject to actual consultation and contract.
For solo bookings, our agency will try to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation.
For border area permits involved in the itinerary, you can consult the travel agency staff in advance for assistance.
Due to force majeure factors such as weather, road conditions, or temporary changes in scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted through mutual agreement.
Cancellation and change rules follow the relevant legal provisions of the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China and the Civil Code of the People’s Republic of China.
The train provides free drinking water, hot water in separate wet and dry bathrooms, and free use of public area leisure and entertainment facilities. Some personalized consumption items are at the passenger’s own expense.
⚠ ️ Travel Tips
Please carry valid identification documents when traveling. Foreign, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan travelers should bring corresponding valid entry-exit documents. It is advisable to save electronic copies of documents on your phone for emergencies.
Xinjiang has a vast territory with large temperature differences between day and night. Even in summer, it is recommended to bring a light jacket. For October travel, bring a thick jacket and warm clothing to cope with low temperatures in the morning and evening and mountain weather changes.
Xinjiang has high UV intensity and a dry climate. It is recommended to bring high-SPF sunscreen, a sun hat, sunglasses, lip balm, moisturizing skincare products, etc., and stay hydrated during the trip.
If you have dietary restrictions, inform the travel agency staff in advance. Train meals can be adjusted according to needs.
Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference from inland China. Meal and rest times are slightly later than inland. Adjust your routine in advance to adapt to the itinerary pace.
All itinerary arrangements and service content are subject to the formal travel contract signed by both parties. Confirm details with staff before departure.
For more information about Xinjiang tourism special trains, contact customer service Zhang Jing ☎️: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend for free detailed itineraries and train introductions)
