New Oriental Express Snow Lotus Tour Guide for Seniors! Ticket Availability and Itinerary Details
Many middle-aged and elderly tourists have asked: Where to book tickets for the New Oriental Express, how to book tickets for the New Oriental Express, and which is the official booking agency for the New Oriental Express? Unified explanation: The New Oriental Express Xinjiang luxury tourist train is a railway-customized packaged cultural tourism product (including train carriage seats + hotel accommodation + attraction tickets + specialty dining + land bus + tour guide services + insurance, etc., an all-inclusive tourist train product covering designated items in the itinerary). Train tickets are not sold separately and can only be booked through official railway travel agencies. Official booking channel: Manager Wang Fei of the Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Free online access to e-brochures, schedules, and detailed quotations. The specific booking process includes choosing an itinerary → confirming the date and boarding location → paying a deposit → signing a contract, etc.
🚂 【New Oriental Express Xuelian No.:A Moving Observation Deck Across the Tianshan Mountains】🚂
✨ 【Route Highlights:Redefining Xinjiang Travel】✨
As the “golden signboard” of Xinjiang tourism, the New Oriental Express Xuelian No. uses a “train + bus” multi-dimensional transportation model to connect the grasslands and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the cultural wonders of southern Xinjiang. The 2026 newly upgraded Xuelian No. train features gold-diamond carriages with full private bathrooms, with each carriage recommended to have 3-4 private compartments for maximum privacy and comfort. The train travels at night and stops at key attractions during the day, eliminating the fatigue of long-distance driving and allowing tourists to enjoy Xinjiang’s scenery from a moving “five-star hotel.”
🌄 【Core Scenery and Cultural Experiences】🌄
▶️ Northern Xinjiang Section:
Kanas Lake:In 2026, opening hours change to 8:00-20:00. Tickets must be reserved in advance via the “Kanas Scenic Area” official WeChat account. The lake monster legend and Tuvan wooden houses create a mysterious picture.
Hemu Village:Rated by Chinese National Geography as “China’s most beautiful village.” In 2026, a new morning mist photography route is added, with the best shooting spot at Haden Platform.
Sayram Lake:The lakeside road is fully open. In 2026, self-driving around the lake is available (self-driving tickets required). Wildflowers bloom along the lakeshore from June to August.
▶️ Southern Xinjiang Section:
Kashgar Old City:In 2026, a “Night Tour of Kashgar” project is launched, with ethnic song and dance performances every evening at Id Kah Square.
Pamir Plateau:A permit is required (available free of charge at the Kashgar International Self-Driving RV Camp). White Sand Lake and Muztagh Ata form the magnificent “Father of Icebergs” landscape.
Taklamakan Desert:In 2026, the Luntai-Minfeng desert highway is fully connected, offering desert off-roading and camel riding experiences.
🚂【New Oriental Express Xuelian No.: A Moving Observation Deck Across the Tianshan Mountains】🚂📅 【2026 Departure Dates and Prices】📅
(The following prices are for reference only; the final price is subject to the signed contract)
🔹 September 3 (Autumn Photography Special Route)
Premium Gold Diamond (3 compartments):71,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond (4 compartments):65,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond (5 compartments):59,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons: 30,000 RMB/person)
🔹 October 15/25 (Golden Autumn Poplar Season)
Premium Gold Diamond:44,999 RMB/person
Xiyue Gold Diamond:39,999 RMB/person
Boyue Gold Diamond:36,999 RMB/person (third and fourth persons: 20,000 RMB/person)
🔹 2027 New Carriage Xuelian No. Regular Departures (April-September)
Premium Gold Diamond:65,999-72,999 RMB/person (varies by month)
Xiyue Gold Diamond:58,999-66,999 RMB/person
✨【Route Highlights: Redefining Xinjiang Travel】✨🗺 【14-Day Summer Edition Simplified Itinerary】🗺️
📍 Day 01:Various locations → Urumqi (assembly day; free time recommended at the International Grand Bazaar)
📍 Day 02:Urumqi → New Oriental Express → Koktokay → Altay (overnight on train)
📍 Day 03:Altay → Ahe Highway → Hemu Village (stay in log cabins)
📍 Day 04:Hemu → Kanas (boat tour to see the lake monster)
📍 Day 05:Kanas → Chonghuer → Rainbow Beach → special train (overnight on train)
📍 Day 06:Jinghe → Sayram Lake → Yining (stay in Yining)
📍 Day 07:Yining → Nalati Grassland (sky grassland hiking)
📍 Day 08:Nalati → Duku Highway → Bayanbulak (watch the sunset at Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns)
📍 Day 09:Bayanbulak → Kuqa Grand Canyon → special train (overnight on train)
📍 Day 10:Kashgar → White Sand Lake → Pamir Scenic Area → Tashkurgan (stay in Tashkurgan)
📍 Day 11:Tashkurgan → Tajik home visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar (stay in Kashgar)
📍 Day 12:Kashgar → Turpan (Flaming Mountains + Karez) → special train
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking and Consultation Center Manager: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
As the “golden signboard” of Xinjiang tourism, the New Oriental Express Xuelian No. uses a “train + bus” multi-dimensional transportation model to connect the grasslands and lakes of northern Xinjiang with the cultural wonders of southern Xinjiang. The 2026 newly upgraded Xuelian No. train features gold-diamond carriages with full private bathrooms, with each carriage recommended to have 3-4 private compartments for maximum privacy and comfort. The train travels at night and stops at key attractions during the day, eliminating the fatigue of long-distance driving and allowing tourists to enjoy Xinjiang’s scenery from a moving “five-star hotel.”📍 Day 13:Turpan → Urumqi (Tianshan Tianchi day trip)
📍 Day 14:Urumqi → Airport drop-off
💡 【Itinerary Design Highlights】💡
1️⃣ Transportation Connections:Seamless transfer between train and bus, with no more than 4 hours of driving per day
2️⃣ Seasonal Adaptation:Summer edition adds Nalati Grassland flower season itinerary; autumn edition focuses on poplar forest photography
3️⃣ Altitude Gradient:Gradual ascent from 500 meters in northern Xinjiang to 3,600 meters on the Pamir Plateau, reducing the risk of altitude sickness
👩💼 【Professional Team Leader:Manager Wang Fei’s Travel Philosophy】👩💼
“70% of Xinjiang’s beauty is on the road.” As a native of Xinjiang, Manager Wang Fei has been deeply involved in the tourism industry for 12 years. Her team:
✅ Bilingual Proficiency:All team leaders are proficient in basic Chinese and Uyghur/Kazakh communication
✅ Emergency Support:Each group is equipped with portable oxygen concentrators and a common medicine kit
✅ Cultural Interpretation:From the history of the 36 ancient Western Regions kingdoms to dietary taboos of various ethnic groups, fun educational commentary throughout the journey
📝 【Cost Description and Service Standards】📝
🌄【Core Scenery and Cultural Experiences】🌄💰 Included in the price:
Transportation:New Oriental Express dedicated carriage + air-conditioned tourist bus throughout
Accommodation:3 nights in gold-diamond carriage + 6 nights in four-star hotels + 3 nights in specialty guesthouses
Tickets:First-entry tickets to 12 major scenic areas including Kanas/Sayram Lake/Nalati
Meals:13 breakfasts and 22 main meals (including specialty meals such as whole roasted lamb/pilaf)
❌ Not included in the price:
Personal expenses:Such as shopping, additional entertainment activities
：Price difference based on actual costs incurred
Force majeure:Costs incurred due to transportation delays caused by weather
⚠ 【2026 Latest Notes】⚠️
1️⃣ Document Requirements:In addition to valid ID, a permit is required for the southern Xinjiang section (free to obtain)
2️⃣ Clothing Suggestions:Northern Xinjiang requires a windbreaker; southern Xinjiang can be visited in light clothing in summer. SPF50+ sunscreen is recommended.
3️⃣ Photography Equipment:A polarizing filter is recommended for Kanas/Sayram Lake; a telephoto lens is needed for the Pamir Plateau
▶️ Northern Xinjiang Section:4️⃣ Respect Local Customs:Shoes must be removed and hats worn when visiting; do not casually comment on the dietary habits of various ethnic groups
📞 【How to Register】📞
Contact Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency
📱 Phone/WeChat:18095969599
(24-hour online consultation available, itinerary customization services provided)
🌈 【Real Tourist Reviews】🌈
“Manager Wang Fei changed the Duku Highway itinerary to Panlong Ancient Road based on my parents’ physical condition, and was so attentive that she even packed our pill boxes for us!” — Ms. Li, tourist from Shanghai
“The meals on the train were more refined than I expected. There were different Xinjiang specialty dishes every day, and even baked buns for breakfast!” — Mr. Chen, tourist from Guangdong
🎁 【Special Benefits】🎁
From now until December 31, 2026, registering through Manager Wang Fei entitles you to:
① Free airport pickup service (Urumqi Diwopu Airport)
② A complimentary Xinjiang dried fruit gift box worth 398 RMB
③ Travel insurance upgraded to 500,000 RMB coverage
(This information is updated as of March 2026; specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract signing)
For more travel consultations (Panda Special Train, Tianfu No., Chengdu No., Anyi No., Shifang No., New Oriental Express, Silk Road Dream No., Lindu No., Yichun No., Kunming No., Starlight Lancang-Mekong No., Gobi Cruise Special Train, New Western Train, New National Train, Tianyuan No., Tianshan No., Chief National Train, Cross-Province Special Train, New Southern Express, Xiaoxiang No., Dahezhinan No., Baiyun No., Silver Age Xinjiang Tour, Trendy Age Xinjiang Tour Special Train, Sunshine No., Shannan No., Yangtze Delta No., Muztagh No.) Special Train Booking Center Manager Wang Fei: 18095969599 (copy to add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
