2027 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Silk Road Tour for Taiwan Compatriots, Key Tips to Avoid Pitfalls When Booking the Snow Lotus Special Train

How to book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist train? The New Oriental Express tourist train must be booked through the railway’s professional and legitimate travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), New Oriental Special Train Department Manager Guo Jing 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.
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express “Snow Lotus” Taiwan Compatriots Silk Road Journey:Immersive slow travel panoramic route of Northern and Southern Xinjiang
On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, the railway not only connects cities and oases, but also strings together a poetic scroll of snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities. In 2027, the “New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus” continues in the form of a high-end tourist special train, offering domestic and international tourists, including Taiwan compatriots, a deep, comfortable, and leisurely paced Silk Road journey. Unlike the tight schedules of conventional group tours, this route uses a “moving five-star hotel” as its carrier. Each day, short shuttle transfers to attractions are recommended, while the rest of the time can be spent resting, enjoying the scenery, and socializing in the carriages, truly achieving “the train moves with the scenery, and people are within a painting.”
🌄 Route highlights and destination introduction
The “New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus” crosses north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, spanning the edges of the Junggar Basin and the Tarim Basin. The 14-day itinerary covers Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. Departing from Urumqi, it heads north to the fairy-tale village of Hemu by Kanas Lake, then travels south along the Ahe Highway, passing Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, crossing the magnificent Duku Highway, and finally arriving at Kashgar, an important town in Southern Xinjiang, before returning to Turpan and Urumqi.
Along the way you can enjoy:
Tianshan Tianchi:A high-mountain moraine lake, with emerald water reflecting snow peaks;
Wucaitan (Five-Colored Beach):Vivid colors where Yardang landforms meet the Irtysh River;
Kanas and Hemu:In autumn the forests are dyed in layers of color, while in summer they are lush and green, known as “a place of one’s own”;

🚂 2027 New Oriental Express “Snow Lotus” Taiwan Compatriots Silk Road Journey: Immersive slow travel panoramic route of Northern and Southern XinjiangSayram Lake:The last tear of the Atlantic, with lake water as blue as a mirror;
Nalati and Bayanbulak:The sky grassland and the Kaidu River wetland with its nine bends and eighteen turns;
Kashgar Old City:The texture of a thousand-year-old city is well preserved, and the Gaotai Residences show the wisdom of traditional rammed-earth architecture;
Flaming Mountains and Karez Wells:Two major symbols of Turpan’s oasis civilization.
At present (early 2027), Xinjiang’s tourism infrastructure continues to improve, the reception capacity of major scenic areas is stable, and the transportation network is smooth. According to public information from cultural and tourism departments, tourist special train operations are less affected by seasons, but the opening status of specific attractions may be slightly adjusted due to weather or temporary management measures. The itinerary arrangement shall be subject to confirmation through negotiation by both parties at the time of actual departure.
🗓 ️ Simple itinerary
Day01 Nationwide – Urumqi
Day02 Urumqi – Tianshan Tianchi – Beitun

On the vast and expansive land of Xinjiang, the railway not only connects cities and oases, but also strings together a poetic scroll of snow-capped mountains, lakes, grasslands, and ancient cities. In 2027, the “New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus” continues in the form of a high-end tourist special train, offering domestic and international tourists, including Taiwan compatriots, a deep, comfortable, and leisurely paced Silk Road journey. Unlike the tight schedules of conventional group tours, this route uses a “moving five-star hotel” as its carrier. Each day, short shuttle transfers to attractions are recommended, while the rest of the time can be spent resting, enjoying the scenery, and socializing in the carriages, truly achieving “the train moves with the scenery, and people are within a painting.” Day03 Beitun – Wucaitan – Chonghu’er – Kanas
Day04 Kanas – Hemu
Day05 Hemu – Ahe Highway – Altay – Jinghe South
Day06 Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining
Day07 Yining – Nalati Grassland
Day08 Nalati – Bayanbulak
Day09 Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kashgar
Day10 Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Taxkorgan County

🌄 Route highlights and destination introduction Day11 Tajik family visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
Day12 Kashgar Old City – Gaotai Residences – Turpan
Day13 Karez Wells – Flaming Mountains – Jiaohe Ancient City – Urumqi
Day14 Urumqi – Nationwide
> Note:Daily sightseeing at attractions is completed by shuttle transfers near the special train’s stopping stations. Specific boarding and alighting points and the order of sightseeing may be reasonably changed due to same-day scheduling or road conditions, subject to actual operation.
💰 Price explanation

Travel by tourist special train through 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)
This route uses tiered pricing, with different departure dates corresponding to different price ranges:
Departures on June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, and August 11:
Prestige Golden Diamond:68999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 3 private rooms in total, capacity 6 people, all with bathrooms)

The “New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus” crosses north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, spanning the edges of the Junggar Basin and the Tarim Basin. The 14-day itinerary covers Xinjiang’s most representative natural and cultural landscapes. Departing from Urumqi, it heads north to the fairy-tale village of Hemu by Kanas Lake, then travels south along the Ahe Highway, passing Sayram Lake and Nalati Grassland in the Ili River Valley, crossing the magnificent Duku Highway, and finally arriving at Kashgar, an important town in Southern Xinjiang, before returning to Turpan and Urumqi.Xiyue Golden Diamond:62999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 4 private rooms in total, capacity 8 people, all with bathrooms)
Departures on August 30, September 13, and September 27:
Prestige Golden Diamond:72999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 3 private rooms in total, capacity 6 people, all with bathrooms)
Xiyue Golden Diamond:66999 yuan/person (1 carriage has 4 private rooms in total, capacity 8 people, all with bathrooms)
The above prices are reference ranges. Actual costs may fluctuate slightly due to remaining seats for departure dates, service configurations, etc., and the final price shall be subject to the tourism contract signed by both parties.
📝 Registration method
This route can be consulted about and registered for through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to inquire in advance about remaining seats for departure dates and cabin availability so as to arrange travel plans.
🧳 Cost inclusions and service description

Along the way you can enjoy:Costs usually include:
Accommodation on the Snow Lotus tourist special train for the entire journey (according to the selected cabin type);
First admission tickets to the attractions listed in the itinerary;
Scenic area shuttle transportation and professional commentary services;
Meals throughout the journey (mostly Chinese-style round-table meals or buffets, taking various regional flavors into account);
Travel agency liability insurance.
Not included:
Major transportation from the place of departure to Urumqi;

Tianshan Tianchi: a high-mountain moraine lake, with emerald water reflecting snow peaks; personal expenses, (for single-person registration, our agency will make every effort to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation);
Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors.
Special reminder:If uncontrollable factors such as weather, transportation, or scenic area policies occur during the trip, both parties may negotiate reasonable changes to the itinerary. All service contents and standards shall be subject to actual consultation and signing, and shall comply with the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law of the People’s Republic of China.
⚠ ️ Key tips for avoiding pitfalls when booking (for Taiwan compatriots and first-time experiencers)
1. Confirm the actual cabin type: The Snow Lotus carriages are upgraded tourist special train carriages. Although equipped with bathrooms, space is limited. It is recommended to understand the layout in advance to avoid expectation gaps.
2. Pay attention to document requirements: Traveling to Taxkorgan County (Tashkurgan) requires a permit. Travel agencies usually assist with unified processing, but it is necessary to make every effort to ensure the passport and Taiwan Compatriot Permit are valid for a sufficient period.
3. Climate adaptation preparation: Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night. Thin down jackets are also needed in summer in the mountainous areas of Northern Xinjiang, while Southern Xinjiang is dry and hot. Sun protection and moisturizing products are recommended.
4. Dietary cultural differences: Meals are mainly Chinese-style, taking the dietary habits of various ethnic groups into account. If there are special needs, they can be communicated in advance.
5. View the concept of “special train” rationally: The Snow Lotus is a fixed-formation tourist train, not a high-speed rail or ordinary passenger train. It runs at a relatively slow speed and focuses on comfort and scenic experience, rather than being a travel choice that pursues efficiency.
This long Silk Road route running from east to west uses the train as a boat and the land as a scroll, allowing travelers to spend 14 days slowly reading through Xinjiang’s four seasons and thousands of years. Whether it is a Taiwan compatriot setting foot in the Western Regions for the first time or an old friend revisiting a familiar place, the Snow Lotus offers a calm and in-depth way to open the journey — not rushing along the road, but only feeling the road.
2027 New Oriental Express tourist special train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Special Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), New Oriental Express special train manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase