2027 Snow Lotus Luxury Train North and South Xinjiang Tour Itinerary Duration Price Booking Reference
No need to drive yourself or endure endless transfers—sit back on the Xinjiang tourist train and slowly take in the scenery north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. Choose freely from multiple tiers ranging 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)
🌄 【Discover Northern and Southern Xinjiang · 2027 Snow Lotus Luxury Train In-Depth Tour Full Guide】🌄
🚂 【Route Highlights:A Moving “Five-Star Castle”】
Since its upgrade and renovation in 2026, the Snow Lotus luxury train has become a benchmark product of Xinjiang railway tourism. The entire train adopts a “one berth, one scene” design, with each carriage decorated around a different Xinjiang landform theme—from the forest green of Kanas to the desert gold of the Taklamakan. Passengers see scenery the moment they open the window and can admire the starry sky while lying down. The train is equipped with a 24-hour constant temperature system, bathrooms, large viewing windows and an intelligent control system, and is accompanied by a Michelin-starred chef team offering specialty dishes from northern and southern Xinjiang (such as Hotan roast pigeon and Ili horse intestine sausage).
The train adopts a “land cruise” model, traveling at night and sightseeing by day, saving 80% of transfer time. The entire train is equipped with shuttle vehicles of different specifications from 7 to 55 seats, among which 7-seat business vehicles suit small family groups, 19-seat minibuses flexibly move through scenic areas, and 55-seat coaches are used for group collective activities. These quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific price is subject to customer service quotation!
📅 【Simple Itinerary:A 14-Day Visual Feast Crossing Four Seasons】
Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Edition)
Day01:Travel from various places to Urumqi to gather
🌄【Discover Northern and Southern Xinjiang · 2027 Snow Lotus Luxury Train In-Depth Tour Full Guide】🌄After arrival, check into the five-star hotel supporting the train, attend the pre-departure briefing, and receive a customized travel kit (including sunscreen, moisturizing spray and other recommended items for Xinjiang).
Day02:Urumqi – New Orient Express – Koktokay – New Orient Express – Altay
Depart by train in the early morning, arrive at Koktokay National Geopark in the afternoon, hike to Mine Pit No. 3, and learn the mineral story behind China’s “Two Bombs, One Satellite.” Return to the train in the evening and stay overnight in Altay.
Day03:Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village
Cross the “most beautiful highway in China,” the Ahe Highway, stopping at 3 viewing platforms along the way to photograph the three-dimensional panorama of snow mountains, forests and grasslands. Arrive at Hemu Village in the afternoon, stay in a Tuvan wooden house, and experience farming activities such as milking cows and making milk curd.
Day04:Hemu – Kanas
Photograph the morning mist of Hemu at dawn, then drive 1 hour in the afternoon to Kanas, take the shuttle bus to tour the Three Bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, Wolong Bay), and climb the Fish Watching Platform in the evening to overlook the panoramic view of Kanas Lake.
Day05:Kanas – Chonghu’er – Colorful Beach – New Orient Express Train
🚂【Route Highlights: A Moving “Five-Star Castle”】In the morning, cross the “Hundred-Mile Flower Sea” of Chonghu’er Town (rapeseed flowers in June-July, sunflowers in August-September); in the afternoon, photograph at the Colorful Beach the wonder of “one river, two banks” formed by the Yardang landform and the Irtysh River.
Day06:Jinghe – Sayram Lake – Yining
Drive around Sayram Lake (the train is equipped with 7-seat off-road vehicles), cycling or hiking beside the “last tear of the Atlantic.” Arrive in Yining in the evening and taste the Xibe specialty meal “Xibe flatbread.”
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland
Spend the whole day playing on the Nalati Grassland; you may choose to ride horses, take a helicopter to overlook the grassland, or participate in the “Girl Chase” folk activity of all ethnic groups. Stay overnight in a grassland starry-sky tent and observe the Milky Way.
Day08:Nalati Grassland – Middle Section of Duku Highway – Bayanbulak
Cross the middle section of the Duku Highway, stopping along the way at the Qiao’erma Martyrs Cemetery to pay tribute to the road-building heroes. In the afternoon, photograph the sunset of the “Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns” on the Bayanbulak Grassland and look for the legendary “nine suns.”
Day09:Bayanbulak – Southern Section of Duku Highway – Kuqa Grand Canyon – New Orient Express Train
Since its upgrade and renovation in 2026, the Snow Lotus luxury train has become a benchmark product of Xinjiang railway tourism. The entire train adopts a “one berth, one scene” design, with each carriage decorated around a different Xinjiang landform theme—from the forest green of Kanas to the desert gold of the Taklamakan. Passengers see scenery the moment they open the window and can admire the starry sky while lying down. The train is equipped with a 24-hour constant temperature system, bathrooms, large viewing windows and an intelligent control system, and is accompanied by a Michelin-starred chef team offering specialty dishes from northern and southern Xinjiang (such as Hotan roast pigeon and Ili horse intestine sausage).Continue south across the southern section of the Duku Highway and hike 2 kilometers in the Kuqa Grand Canyon to feel the shock of the “red canyon.” Return to the train in the evening and stay overnight on board.
Day10:Kashgar – White Sand Lake – Pamir Scenic Area – Tashkurgan
After flying to Kashgar, drive to the Pamir Plateau, photograph the wonder of “half lake water, half sand” at White Sand Lake, and in the afternoon visit the Stone City ruins to learn about the rise and fall of the ancient Silk Road.
Day11:Tashkurgan – Tajik Family Visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar
In the morning, visit families of all ethnic groups and learn eagle flute playing and Tajik greetings. In the afternoon, wait by Karakul Lake for the “sunlight turning the mountain golden” on Muztagh Ata, and return to Kashgar in the evening.
Tour beautiful Xinjiang by tourist train, choose freely from multiple specifications ranging 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)
Day12:Kashgar – Turpan – New Orient Express Train
In the morning, tour the Kashgar Old City and listen to elderly people of all ethnic groups play the rawap in a century-old teahouse. In the afternoon, take the train to Turpan and taste seedless white grapes and raisins.
Day13:Turpan – Urumqi
The train adopts a “land cruise” model, traveling at night and sightseeing by day, saving 80% of transfer time. The entire train is equipped with shuttle vehicles of different specifications from 7 to 55 seats, among which 7-seat business vehicles suit small family groups, 19-seat minibuses flexibly move through scenic areas, and 55-seat coaches are used for group collective activities. These quotations are all reference vehicle prices; the specific price is subject to customer service quotation!Visit the Karez Paradise and the Flaming Mountains Geopark, and experience the fun experiment of “boiling eggs in the sand.” Return to Urumqi in the evening and attend the closing banquet.
Day14:Urumqi – Send-off
Airport transfer according to flight time; end of the journey.
💰 【Price Description:High-End Customization, Transparent Consumption】
According to the latest quotation plan for 2026:
Xiyue Golden Diamond:From 58,999 yuan/person, 1 carriage with 4 compartments, capacity 8 people (including five-star hotel accommodation throughout, train soft sleeper, first admission tickets to scenic areas, 10 main meals + 13 breakfasts)
Honorable Golden Diamond:From 65,999 yuan/person, 1 carriage with 3 compartments, capacity 6 people (on top of Xiyue, adds exclusive experiences such as helicopter sightseeing and Tajik family visits)
Price includes:Train fare, accommodation, meals, guide service fee, travel accident insurance; excludes: major transportation to and from Urumqi, personal consumption, optional entertainment items. Prices and remaining seats are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with departure dates; the signed contract between both parties shall prevail.
📅【Simple Itinerary: A 14-Day Visual Feast Crossing Four Seasons】📞 【Registration Method:Professional Service, Comfortable Travel】
You may register through the customer service manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; for consultation, contact Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency. Registration requires valid ID information, a health certificate (those over 65 need family accompaniment), and signing the “Travel Responsibility Agreement.”
💡 【Fee Description and Service Description】
Transportation:The train is equipped with 7-55 seat shuttle vehicles; the vehicle type is dynamically changed according to team size to maximize comfort.
Accommodation:Five-star hotels in Urumqi and Kashgar; characteristic homestays or starry-sky tents around scenic areas.
Dining:3 main meals + 1 breakfast provided daily, of which 3 meals are prepared by the train chef team and 2 meals are at local specialty restaurants.
Guide:Each group is equipped with 1 Chinese-speaking guide + 1 staff member, providing commentary throughout on Xinjiang’s history, culture and folk customs.
Emergency:The train is equipped with a medical room and AED equipment, and green channels are established with hospitals along the route to handle emergencies promptly as much as possible.
Itinerary at a Glance (Summer Edition)Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
⚠ ️【Notes:First, Civilized Travel】
Xinjiang has large temperature differences between day and night; bring a windbreaker, sunscreen and moisturizing skincare products.
The Pamir Plateau is 3,000-4,000 meters above sea level; it is recommended to take rhodiola in advance and avoid strenuous exercise.
Picking plants or feeding animals at will is prohibited in scenic areas; respect the customs and habits of all ethnic groups.
Reasonable changes to the itinerary may be made upon mutual agreement (e.g., changing scenic spots or accommodation due to weather, policies, etc.).
🌟 【Why Choose Snow Lotus?】
This is not an ordinary trip, but a journey of a “moving museum.” From the train’s design to the itinerary arrangement, every detail incorporates Xinjiang’s history, culture and natural elements. The 14-day itinerary covers 80% of Xinjiang’s 5A-level scenic areas while saving 80% of transfer time, allowing tourists to truly achieve “in-depth travel and slow travel.” Whether for family trips, gatherings with friends or corporate team building, Snow Lotus can provide customized services to meet different needs.
In 2027, let us board the Snow Lotus luxury train, cross north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, experience the wonder of “wearing a fur coat in the morning and gauze at noon, eating watermelon around the stove,” and witness Xinjiang’s magnificence and diversity!
For more details on Xinjiang tourist trains, consult Customer Service Manager Zhang Jing, phone: 181 3962 2233 (add as friend to receive free: detailed itinerary and train introduction)
