New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Urumqi Departure North South Xinjiang Route Pricing Booking Guide
No need to drive yourself or rush around—sit back on the Xinjiang tourist train and slowly take in the scenery north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose freely from multiple classes, from economy to luxury. We specialize in Xinjiang tourist train tours. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
🚂 New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile scenic corridor running through North and South Xinjiang—2026 in-depth experience guide
[Route highlights: Redefining the way to travel in Xinjiang]
While traditional travel is still struggling with rushing from place to place, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus has excellently integrated mobile comfort with immersive sightseeing. This luxury special train, carefully crafted by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is designed with the concept of “one window, one view,” with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, constant-temperature floor heating systems, and bathroom facilities throughout the train, allowing travelers to maintain excellent condition throughout the 14-day journey.
Mobile five-star hotel: Each carriage is recommended to have 6-8 suites, equipped with 24-hour butler service; bedding is custom-made with Xinjiang long-staple cotton, and the humidification system effectively alleviates plateau dryness
Sightseeing black technology: The top of the carriage is equipped with an openable observation skylight; during special scenic periods such as morning mist at Kanas and starry skies at Pamir, the train will deliberately slow down
A feast for the taste buds: Each meal offers 6 Xinjiang specialty dishes + 2 fusion dishes, with special themed dinners such as freshly roasted whole lamb feast on the Nalati Grassland and Taxkorgan yak meat hot pot
[Simple itinerary: 14 days crossing three major geographical units]
Understand the itinerary in seconds (summer version)
Day01: Travel from various places to Urumqi to gather (stay at Hongguangshan International Hotel, including welcome dinner)
🚂New Oriental Express Snow Lotus: A mobile scenic corridor running through North and South Xinjiang—2026 in-depth experience guideDay02: Urumqi-New Oriental Express-Keketuohai-New Oriental Express-Altay (special arrangement for mine pit exploration experience)
Day03: Altay-Ahe Highway-Hemu Village (stay in Tuvan wooden houses, experience morning mist photography)
Day04: Hemu-Kanas (take off-road vehicles deep into the Three Bays, arrange Tuvan folk performances)
Day05: Kanas-Chonghu’er-Wucaitan-New Oriental Express special train (watch the Burqin sunset on board)
Day06: Jinghe-Sayram Lake-Yining (lake loop cycling + lavender manor handmade experience)
Day07: Yining-Nalati Grassland (air grassland hiking, complimentary photos in clothing of various ethnic groups)
Day08: Nalati Grassland-Middle section of Duku Highway-Bayinbulak (sunset photography at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns)
Day09: Bayinbulak-Southern section of Duku Highway-Kuqa Grand Canyon-New Oriental Express special train (watch the canyon starry sky on board)
Day10: Kashgar-White Sand Lake-Pamir Scenic Area-Taxkorgan (process permits, visit the Stone City ruins)
[Route highlights: Redefining the way to travel in Xinjiang]Day11: Taxkorgan-Tajik family visit-Karakul Lake-Kashgar (experience eagle flute performance, complimentary ethnic headwear)
Day12: Kashgar-Turpan-New Oriental Express special train (watch the Flaming Mountains sunset on board, taste seedless white grapes)
Day13: Turpan-Urumqi (visit Karez Paradise, complimentary grape valley picking experience)
Day14: Urumqi-group send-off (including airport VIP channel service)
[Price system: 2026 reference quotation]
According to the latest pricing plan of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, two cabin options are currently available:
▶ Xiyue Golden Diamond: From 58,999 yuan/person
Configuration: 1 carriage with 4 compartments, capacity 8 people
Features: Equipped with reception area, sightseeing massage chairs, mini wine cabinet
While traditional travel is still struggling with rushing from place to place, the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus has excellently integrated mobile comfort with immersive sightseeing. This luxury special train, carefully crafted by Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is designed with the concept of “one window, one view,” with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, constant-temperature floor heating systems, and bathroom facilities throughout the train, allowing travelers to maintain excellent condition throughout the 14-day journey.▶ Noble Golden Diamond: From 65,999 yuan/person
Configuration: 1 carriage with 3 compartments, capacity 6 people
Features: Added panoramic skylight, intelligent temperature control system, 24-hour hot drink bar
⚠ ️Special note:
1. Price includes: accommodation throughout the special train journey, land transportation, 28 main meals, first admission tickets to attractions, professional guide service
2. Price does not include: major transportation to and from Urumqi from various places, personal consumption (for single applicants, we will try our best to coordinate room sharing)
Take the tourist train to tour beautiful Xinjiang, choose freely from multiple specifications from economy to luxury. Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency consultation landline: 0991-8866234; Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing phone: 181-3962-2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
3. Remaining seats for departure dates: April 16 / May 7 / May 20 departures have limited remaining seats; booking 30 days in advance is recommended
4. Price fluctuation: affected by peak tourist season, June-September departures may increase by 5%-8%; the signed contract shall prevail
[Registration method: Professional customer service one-on-one service]
Mobile five-star hotel: each carriage is recommended to have 6-8 suites, equipped with 24-hour butler service; bedding is custom-made with Xinjiang long-staple cotton, and the humidification system effectively alleviates plateau drynessYou can register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, which provides the following services:
Free itinerary explanation: Customize sightseeing time slots according to travelers’ interests
Cabin upgrade guidance: Recommend excellent combinations according to the number of travelers
Special needs coordination: Personalized services such as birthday arrangements and anniversary surprises
[Fee description and service guarantee]
▶ Fees include:
Transportation: Accommodation throughout the New Oriental Express special train journey + land air-conditioned vehicles with 7-55 seats (this quotation is for reference only; the specific vehicle price shall be subject to customer service quotation!)
Catering: 13 breakfasts and 28 main meals (including 8 specialty meals)
Tickets: First admission tickets to all attractions within the itinerary
Sightseeing black technology: the top of the carriage is equipped with an openable observation skylight; during special scenic periods such as morning mist at Kanas and starry skies at Pamir, the train will deliberately slow downService: Professional guide + train butler dual service team
▶ Service upgrades:
Each group is equipped with a medical kit + portable oxygen concentrator
Daily seasonal fruit platter provided
Complimentary Xinjiang specialty gift pack worth 880 yuan
⚠ ️Important notes:
1. Specific details shall be subject to actual consultation and signing; reasonable changes to the itinerary may be made upon mutual agreement
2. In case of extreme weather or force majeure, a backup plan will be activated to visit similar attractions
3. Prices and remaining seats shall be subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates
A feast for the taste buds: each meal offers 6 Xinjiang specialty dishes + 2 fusion dishes, with special themed dinners such as freshly roasted whole lamb feast on the Nalati Grassland and Taxkorgan yak meat hot pot[Vehicle model selection guide]
According to the latest road condition survey in 2026, the following vehicle combinations are recommended:
7-seat business vehicle: Suitable for family groups of 2-4 people, equipped with aviation seats + onboard refrigerator (reference price: 1,800 yuan/day)
19-seat minibus: Suitable for small groups of 6-12 people, with luggage compartment + USB charging ports (reference price: 2,500 yuan/day)
55-seat coach: Suitable for large groups, equipped with dual air conditioning systems + first aid kit (reference price: 4,000 yuan/day)
[Seasonal tips: Excellent travel periods in 2026]
According to the latest forecast from Xinjiang Meteorological Bureau:
▶ Golden period for photography: June 10-June 25 (lavender full bloom + excellent morning mist at Kanas)
▶ Preferred summer escape period: July 15-August 15 (average temperature on Nalati Grassland 22°C)
▶ Autumn scenery viewing period: September 20-October 5 (populus euphratica forests in South Xinjiang enter excellent viewing period)
📞Consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency customer service manager Zhang Jing to obtain the latest 2026 schedule and cabin map. This mobile feast crossing north and south of the Tianshan Mountains will use 14 days to redefine your understanding of Xinjiang—while others are still rushing between locations, you are already in the panoramic carriage sipping champagne, quietly awaiting the next scenery to appear.
For more details about Xinjiang tourist trains, consult customer service manager Zhang Jing. Phone: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
