Xinjiang High End Tourist Train Snow Lotus Route North and South Xinjiang Itinerary, Ticket Prices and Trip Duration Guide

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 Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), New Oriental Train Department Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229. Tickets cannot be purchased directly through 12306 or other channels. Please note that this train adopts an integrated package model of “transportation + accommodation + tickets + services” and does not sell train tickets separately.
🚂 [High-end Tourist Train · In-depth Roaming] Xinjiang “Snow Lotus” Panoramic North and South Xinjiang 14-Day Journey
If you yearn for the snow-capped mountains and lakes, grasslands and canyons, and cultural streets of the vast Western Regions, and also hope for a comfortable, leisurely journey with comprehensive service, the “Snow Lotus” high-end tourist train may be exactly the travel style you are looking for. This train is not an ordinary green train, but a mobile hotel customized for niche high-end travelers—the carriages feature private bathrooms, with onboard butler service throughout, and smooth daily itinerary connections, saving you the hassle of frequently moving luggage and changing hotels. Bookings are now open for summer and early autumn departures in 2027, suitable for travelers pursuing quality and experiential travel.
🌄 Route highlights:An immersive journey crossing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
This route spans northern and southern Xinjiang, starting from Urumqi, passing through natural hidden gems such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, and Hemu, following the Ahe Highway into the Ili River Valley, then through Nalati and Bayanbulak, crossing the magnificent southern section of the Duku Highway, and finally arriving at Kashgar and Turpan, forming a complete loop. The entire journey covers alpine lakes (Sayram Lake, Baisha Lake), grassland wetlands (Nalati, Kanas), Danxia canyons (Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon), historical sites (Jiaohe Ancient City, Gaotai Residences), and urban blocks where diverse cultures blend (Liuxing Street, Kashgar Old City).
In the current season (June–September 2027), northern Xinjiang is lush with vegetation, and the waters of Kanas Lake are azure blue; the Ili grasslands enter their excellent viewing period, with wildflowers everywhere; southern Xinjiang has a dry climate and abundant sunshine, suitable for visiting ancient cities and plateau lakes. Please note that mountain weather is changeable, and some sections such as the Duku Highway may have temporary changes to traffic arrangements due to climate conditions. The itinerary will be reasonably optimized based on actual conditions, under the premise of ensuring safety, through consultation between the tour leader and tourists.
📅 Simple itinerary
Day01 Nationwide-Urumqi

🚂[High-end Tourist Train · In-depth Roaming] Xinjiang “Snow Lotus” Panoramic North and South Xinjiang 14-Day Journey Day02 Urumqi-Tianshan Tianchi-Beitun
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

If you yearn for the snow-capped mountains and lakes, grasslands and canyons, and cultural streets of the vast Western Regions, and also hope for a comfortable, leisurely journey with comprehensive service, the “Snow Lotus” high-end tourist train may be exactly the travel style you are looking for. This train is not an ordinary green train, but a mobile hotel customized for niche high-end travelers—the carriages feature private bathrooms, with onboard butler service throughout, and smooth daily itinerary connections, saving you the hassle of frequently moving luggage and changing hotels. Bookings are now open for summer and early autumn departures in 2027, suitable for travelers pursuing quality and experiential travel. Day09 Bayanbulak-Southern Section of Duku Highway-Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon-Kashgar
Day10 Kashgar-Baisha Lake-Tashkurgan
Day11 Tajik Family Visit-Karakul Lake-Kashgar
Day12 Kashgar Old City–Gaotai Residences-Turpan
Day13 Karez-Flaming Mountains-Jiaohe Ancient City-Urumqi
Day14 Urumqi-Nationwide
> Note:The above is a standard itinerary framework. The specific visiting order and duration of stay may be slightly adjusted due to transportation, weather, or scenic area management requirements, subject to the actual group arrangement.

🌄 Route highlights: An immersive journey crossing the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains💰 Price description
According to the current departure schedule, the prices are as follows:
Departures on June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, and August 11
Distinguished Golden Diamond:68,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 3 compartments in total, capacity 6 people, all with private bathrooms)
Xiyue Golden Diamond:62,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 4 compartments in total, capacity 8 people, all with private bathrooms)

Travel on a tourist train to explore 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)
Departures on August 30, September 13, and September 27
Distinguished Golden Diamond:72,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 3 compartments in total, capacity 6 people, all with private bathrooms)

This route spans northern and southern Xinjiang, starting from Urumqi, passing through natural hidden gems such as Tianshan Tianchi, Kanas, and Hemu, following the Ahe Highway into the Ili River Valley, then through Nalati and Bayanbulak, crossing the magnificent southern section of the Duku Highway, and finally arriving at Kashgar and Turpan, forming a complete loop. The entire journey covers alpine lakes (Sayram Lake, Baisha Lake), grassland wetlands (Nalati, Kanas), Danxia canyons (Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon), historical sites (Jiaohe Ancient City, Gaotai Residences), and urban blocks where diverse cultures blend (Liuxing Street, Kashgar Old City).Xiyue Golden Diamond:66,999 yuan/person (1 carriage with 4 compartments in total, capacity 8 people, all with private bathrooms)
The price includes accommodation in private compartments on the tourist train throughout the journey, first admission tickets to scenic spots, local transportation, guide services, and some main meals. There are price differences between different departure dates due to seasonal supply and demand. The specific costs and remaining seats are subject to confirmation at the time of signing the contract.
🧳 Cost and service description
The cost includes:
✅ Accommodation in private compartments on the “Snow Lotus” tourist train throughout the journey (including private bathrooms)
✅ First admission tickets to the scenic spots listed in the itinerary
✅ Local air-conditioned tourist bus transfers

In the current season (June–September 2027), northern Xinjiang is lush with vegetation, and the waters of Kanas Lake are azure blue; the Ili grasslands enter their excellent viewing period, with wildflowers everywhere; southern Xinjiang has a dry climate and abundant sunshine, suitable for visiting ancient cities and plateau lakes. Please note that mountain weather is changeable, and some sections such as the Duku Highway may have temporary changes to traffic arrangements due to climate conditions. The itinerary will be reasonably optimized based on actual conditions, under the premise of ensuring safety, through consultation between the tour leader and tourists.✅ Chinese-speaking guide commentary service
✅ Daily breakfast and some specialty main meals
The cost does not include:
❌ Major transportation from the departure place to Urumqi (air tickets/train tickets)
❌ Meals not specified in the itinerary
❌ Personal consumption, luggage check-in, (for single-person registration, our agency will try its best to coordinate room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation)
❌ Optional self-funded items or upgrade services

📅 Simple itineraryAll service contents and standards are subject to the travel contract signed by both parties. If force majeure factors occur during the itinerary (such as extreme weather, road control, temporary closure of scenic spots, etc.), the travel agency will, under the premise of safeguarding tourists’ rights and interests, consult with tourists to make reasonable changes to the itinerary.
📝 Registration method
This route can be consulted and registered through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. It is recommended to confirm the remaining seats and compartment types in advance so as to arrange personalized needs. When registering, please provide accurate identity information for real-name ticket purchase and accommodation registration for the tourist train.
🌿 Warm tips
Xinjiang is vast, and the average daily driving time is relatively long, but the tourist train runs at night, with sightseeing mainly arranged during the day, effectively improving rest quality.
The temperature difference between day and night is large. It is recommended to bring windproof jackets, sun hats, and moisturizing products.
Some areas are at high altitude (such as Karakul Lake at about 3,600 meters). If you have a history of altitude sickness, please inform in advance and make preparations.
Respect the customs and habits of local ethnic groups. Please observe relevant etiquette norms when visiting folk culture venues.
This 14-day journey is not just about checking in at scenic spots, but a slow-paced western roaming with careful attention to details. Wake up in a moving “home,” with continuous snow-capped mountains or endless grasslands outside the window, and step into a painting as soon as you get off—such a travel experience is worth arranging with care.
2027 New Oriental Express tourist train booking center phone: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Train Center (24-hour consultation phone: 0991-8585456), New Oriental Express Train Manager Guo Jing WeChat: 181-3962-2229 for ticket purchase