New Oriental Express Snow Lotus August September Schedule Released Official Ticket Guide
Many middle-aged and elderly tourists have asked: Where can I book the New Oriental Express, how do I book it, and which is the official booking agency? Unified explanation: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including train private carriage seats + hotel accommodation + attraction tickets + specialty dining + land bus + tour guide services + insurance, etc., a one-price tourist train product covering designated items in the itinerary). Train tickets are not sold separately and can only be booked through the railway’s official travel agencies. Official booking channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Train Center dedicated manager Wang Fei (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to e-brochures, schedules, and detailed quotes. The booking process includes choosing an itinerary → confirming dates and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 【New Oriental Express Xuelian Hao In-depth Experience:A Moving Observation Deck for Pure Western Region Scenery】🌄
✨ 【Route Highlights:A Moving “Five-Star Hotel” and a Panoramic View of Xinjiang】
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Xuelian Hao connects the finest landscapes north and south of the Tianshan Mountains with its unique design of “the train moves with the scenery, and passengers move with the train.” The upgraded 2026 carriages feature panoramic glass windows, bathrooms, observation bars, and other facilities, with Gold Diamond/Blue Diamond class carriages at different levels to meet diverse needs from family trips to business travel. The train’s daily travel time is controlled at 4-6 hours, stopping at attractions during the day for in-depth exploration and traveling at night to save time, truly achieving the travel experience of “admiring mountains and rivers by day, and sleeping under the stars by night.”
📸 【Core Scenery and Cultural Experiences】
🔸 Northern Xinjiang Natural Wonders:
Kanas Lake:In summer 2026, the lake will display a rare Tiffany blue color. Visitors can take boats to explore the three bays (Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Sleeping Dragon Bay)
Hemu Village:The Tuva people’s wooden houses in the morning mist have been rated by Chinese National Geography as one of “China’s most beautiful villages”
Sayram Lake:Three new observation decks have been added along the lakeside self-driving route, perfect for photographing snow mountain reflections and swan flocks
🔸 Southern Xinjiang Cultural Tapestry:
Kashgar Old City:The 2026 renovation of the intangible cultural heritage district adds experience workshops for clay pottery making and copperware forging
Pamir Plateau:The photography spot featuring White Sand Lake and Muztagh Ata Peak has been optimized, and eagle flute performances have been added to visits with local families
🚂【New Oriental Express Xuelian Hao In-depth Experience: A Moving Observation Deck for Pure Western Region Scenery】🌄Luntai Populus Euphratica Forest:Mid-to-late October enters the prime viewing period, with a new helicopter aerial tour option added to the scenic area
🔸 Special Experience Activities:
Ahe Highway Self-Driving:Fully open in 2026, crossing primeval forests and alpine meadows
Nalati Grassland Horseback Riding:One-on-one guidance from professional horse masters, with a 2-hour in-depth riding route option
Turpan Grape Valley:Participate in making raisins in drying houses and taste over 20 varieties of fresh grapes
🗓 ️【2026 Departure Dates and Price Reference】
💎 Luxury New Carriage (Xuelian Hao)
| Date | Premium Gold Diamond (3 cabins/6 people) | Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 cabins/8 people) | Boyue Gold Diamond (5 cabins/10 people) | Third/Fourth Person Price |
|————–|————————|————————|————————-|————-|
| 2026.9.3 | 71,999 RMB/person | 65,999 RMB/person | 59,999 RMB/person | 30,000 RMB/person |
| 2026.10.15 | 44,999 RMB/person | 39,999 RMB/person | 36,999 RMB/person | 20,000 RMB/person |
🛏 ️ Classic Carriage (Gold Diamond + Blue Diamond)
✨【Route Highlights: A Moving “Five-Star Hotel” and a Panoramic View of Xinjiang】Departures from April to October. Gold Diamond king-bed room: 38,999 RMB/person; Blue Diamond 2-person room: 28,999 RMB/person; 4-person room: 24,999 RMB/person
Price includes:Full train accommodation, first entrance tickets to scenic areas, 8 lunches and 7 breakfasts, professional tour guide services
Price excludes:Round-trip transportation, personal expenses, optional activities (such as helicopter rides, horseback riding, etc.)
⚠ ️ Special Notes:
September 2026 departures include Mid-Autumn Festival themed activities; October departures include National Day special performances
Prices may fluctuate with peak/off-peak seasons; the final price is subject to the signed contract
Child price (ages 6-12) is 70% of the adult price; children under 6 are free (excluding bed)
🌈 【2026 Summer Simplified Itinerary】
📍 Day 1-2:Meet in Urumqi → Heavenly Lake of Tianshan → Beitun
Highlights:Boat ride on Heavenly Lake, visits with local families
Transportation:Air-conditioned tourist bus + train soft sleeper
As a representative of Xinjiang’s high-end tourist trains, the New Oriental Express Xuelian Hao connects the finest landscapes north and south of the Tianshan Mountains with its unique design of “the train moves with the scenery, and passengers move with the train.” The upgraded 2026 carriages feature panoramic glass windows, bathrooms, observation bars, and other facilities, with Gold Diamond/Blue Diamond class carriages at different levels to meet diverse needs from family trips to business travel. The train’s daily travel time is controlled at 4-6 hours, stopping at attractions during the day for in-depth exploration and traveling at night to save time, truly achieving the travel experience of “admiring mountains and rivers by day, and sleeping under the stars by night.”📍 Day 3-4:Beitun → Kanas → Hemu
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service booking and consultation center manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Highlights:Kanas Lake hiking, Hemu starry sky photography
Accommodation:Characteristic wooden cabins in the scenic area
📍 Day 5-6:Hemu → Ahe Highway → Sayram Lake → Yining
Highlights:Self-driving through primeval forests, cycling around Sayram Lake
Meals:Specialty cuisine on Yining’s Six-Star Street
📍 Day 7-8:Yining → Nalati → Bayanbulak
Highlights:Horseback riding on the aerial grassland, sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns
Transportation:Train + scenic area shuttle
📍 Day 9-11:Bayanbulak → Kuqa → Kashgar
Highlights:Tianshan Grand Canyon exploration, Kashgar Old City opening ceremony
Experience:Id Kah Mosque folk culture experience and observation
📸【Core Scenery and Cultural Experiences】📍 Day 12-14:Kashgar → Pamir Plateau → Turpan → Urumqi
Highlights:White Sand Lake aerial photography, Flaming Mountain geological science, farewell dinner
Return:Airport transfer arranged according to flight time
👩💼 【Professional Service Team】
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service manager Wang Fei, a native of Xinjiang with over a decade of deep experience in the tourism industry, has led her team across every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains. She is proficient in free travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized transportation, tourist trains, and various other travel solutions, and is familiar with local accommodation, cuisine, hidden gems, and pitfall-avoidance tips.
Manager Wang Fei is outgoing and humorous, skilled at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions. She can plan classic loop routes or customize niche in-depth journeys. She consistently adheres to the principle of no shopping stops throughout the itinerary, refuses hidden consumption, treats people with sincerity, works with professionalism, and wholeheartedly ensures that every guest from afar truly experiences the vastness, beauty, and simple warmth of Xinjiang.
📞 【How to Register】
Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
📱 Phone/WeChat:18095969599
⏰ Service Hours:9:00-21:00 (open all year round)
💡 【Pre-Trip Tips】
🔸 Northern Xinjiang Natural Wonders:1️⃣ Document Preparation:Valid ID; travelers over 65 need a health certificate
2️⃣ Clothing Recommendations:Bring a windbreaker for Northern Xinjiang; prepare sun protection gear for Southern Xinjiang
3️⃣ Photography Equipment:Wide-angle lens for landscapes, telephoto lens for wildlife
4️⃣ Cultural Etiquette:Remove shoes when entering; do not touch the Quran
5️⃣ Network Situation:5G coverage in major cities; weak signals in scenic areas, so download offline maps
🌄 【Seasonal Limited-Time Tips】
April-May:Yili Apricot Blossom Valley blooming season; reservations required 15 days in advance
June-August:Peak grassland tourism season; train tickets are in high demand, so book early
September-October:Golden period for Southern Xinjiang populus euphratica forests; Kashgar Old City night tours extended until 24:00
November-March:Winter tourism routes open, offering snow trekking and hot spring skiing experiences
🚫 【No-Shopping-Stop Commitment】
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service strictly complies with the Tourism Law, with no shopping stops arranged in any itinerary. If tourists voluntarily participate in optional activities (such as helicopter tours, folk performances, etc.), a Supplementary Agreement for Voluntary Participation must be signed. If a tour guide violates regulations by recommending shopping, call 18095969599 to file a complaint directly, and a refund will be processed within 24 hours.
🌈Let the New Oriental Express Xuelian Hao take you through time and space, and understand Xinjiang amidst the flowing scenery! Consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to begin your exclusive Western Regions journey~ 📞18095969599
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