2027 New Oriental Express North South Xinjiang Route Itinerary Detailed Tour Route Guide

【How to Buy Tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express Special Train】How to purchase and book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist special train?
Tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist special train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked independently through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
🚂 2027 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus Number Ticket Booking Guide:Itinerary/Price/Booking Channels All Clarified at Once
I. 🚞 Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express Special Train
The New Oriental Express is a distinctive tourist special train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, offering a comfortable residential-style travel experience. It operates on a model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations or endure the hassle of repacking luggage and transferring between cities. As a signature product under Xinjiang Railway’s “Tianshan Snow Lotus” service brand, following the brand’s comprehensive upgrade in 2026, the routes now cover Xinjiang’s core tourist destinations. It is designed for travelers who value journey comfort and wish to explore Xinjiang’s scenery in depth, suitable for family trips, friend gatherings, small team-building activities, and more. Throughout the journey, there is no need to plan routes, arrange tickets, or coordinate local transportation — the trip is worry-free and convenient.
II. 🛏️ New Oriental Express Special Train Seat Types, Hardware Configurations, and Advantages
The New Oriental Express offers multiple seat and compartment types, each differing in space, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort, allowing passengers to choose freely based on their budget and travel preferences.
Zungui Gold Diamond · Three-Bedroom Compartment: 1 recommended car on the entire train, each car has 3 standard twin-bed compartments, capacity 6 people, compartment total area approx. 12㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower room 1.06㎡. Beds can be converted to a 2m×1.7m double bed or two 2m×0.85m single beds. Standard features include a leisure double sofa, lounge seating and table, multifunctional storage space, and custom furniture. Each compartment has a separate wet-dry bathroom, suitable for travelers with higher space requirements.
Xiyue Gold Diamond · Four-Bedroom Compartment: 5 cars in total, each car has 4 standard twin-bed compartments, capacity 8 people, compartment total area approx. 10㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower room 1.06㎡. Beds also support double/twin conversion, equipped with lounge seating and table, custom furniture, multifunctional storage area, and leisure reception area, with separate wet-dry bathroom, balancing quality and practicality.
Boyue Gold Diamond · Five-Bedroom Compartment: 7 cars in total, each car has 5 compartments, accommodating 10 people for refined travel or 20 people for group travel. Compartment total area approx. 8㎡, bathroom 1.26㎡, shower room 0.9㎡. Bunk beds are uniformly sized at 2m×0.78m, with separate wet-dry bathroom, suitable for travelers with a moderate budget.
The special train’s hardware has been upgraded with good overall sealing, quiet and stable operation, and effective sand and dust protection. It is equipped with a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multifunctional entertainment car. The carriages also feature a Silk Road culture display corner, providing a comfortable overall riding experience.
III. 💁 New Oriental Express Special Train Travel Quality and Service Highlights
The New Oriental Express offers a unique travel experience in service details and itinerary arrangements, distinctly different from conventional tourism.
Comprehensive Escort Support:Staff are assigned throughout the journey to coordinate itinerary matters, along with medical personnel and regular medications to provide health support for long-distance travel. Travelers do not need to coordinate tickets, local transportation, or other trivial matters themselves.
Rich Meal Configurations:The special train is equipped with chefs to prepare meals, including Xinjiang specialty cuisine. Meals during off-train sightseeing are also arranged according to unified standards, unlocking diverse culinary experiences during the journey.
Abundant Special Experiences:Intangible cultural heritage inheritors are invited aboard for interactive activities, and a tour photography service accompanies travelers to capture journey moments, enriching the travel experience.
Reasonable Itinerary Arrangement:The model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing means no frequent accommodation changes or luggage packing. Each scenic spot has ample time for sightseeing, photography, and leisure, keeping the journey relaxed and unhurried.
IV. 🗺️ New Oriental Express Special Train Simplified Itinerary
Two Premium Xinjiang Itineraries for 2027 (Summer Northern Xinjiang + October Southern Xinjiang)
I. April–September 2027 Northern Xinjiang Summer Panorama 14-Day Itinerary (Summer Edition)

🚂 2027 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus Number Ticket Booking Guide: Itinerary/Price/Booking Channels All Clarified at OnceSuitable for spring, summer, and autumn, covering Tianchi, Kanas, Hemu, Duku Highway, Sayram Lake, Pamir Plateau, and other core Xinjiang attractions, unlocking Northern Xinjiang’s lake and mountain scenery and Southern Xinjiang’s plateau charm in one trip.
D1 Various locations → Urumqi | Arrival Day
Travelers from across the country arrive in Urumqi to gather, rest freely, and adjust to Xinjiang’s time difference, preparing for the long journey ahead.
D2 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Beitun
Head to Tianshan Tianchi for an immersive view of the hidden scenery where snow-capped mountains, lakes, and forests intertwine. After sightseeing, proceed to Beitun for accommodation.
D3 Beitun → Colorful Beach → Chonghuer → Kanas
Visit the Yadan landform wonder Colorful Beach, admire the colorful Gobi Danxia scenery, pass through the Chonghuer scenery belt, and continue along the scenic route to arrive at Kanas.
D4 Kanas Full-Day In-Depth Tour → Hemu
Explore the Kanas scenic area in depth, visiting classic spots such as Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. Head to Hemu Village in the afternoon.
D5 Hemu → Ahe Highway → Altay → Jinghe South
Encounter Hemu’s morning mist and wooden house smoke at dawn, travel along the Ahe Highway, pass through Altay, traverse grasslands and mountain wilderness, and arrive at Jinghe South in the evening.
D6 Jinghe South → Sayram Lake → Six-Star Street → Yining
Head to Sayram Lake for an immersive encounter with the azure lake waters and vast grasslands. In the afternoon, visit Yining and check out Six-Star Street to experience Yili’s cultural charm.
D7 Yining → Nalati Grassland
Travel to Nalati Grassland, stroll through the aerial grassland, enjoy the grassland scenery where snow mountains, meadows, and streams intertwine, and experience the grassland landscape in depth.
D8 Nalati → Bayanbulak → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Kuqa
Cross the southern section of the Duku Highway, visit Bayanbulak Grassland, watch the sunset at Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, and experience the Duku landscape of “four seasons in one day, different skies in ten miles,” arriving at Kuqa.
D9 Kuqa → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Kashgar
Explore the majestic Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, visit the thousand-year-old Kuqa Royal Palace, learn about ancient Qiuci culture, then head to Kashgar.

I. 🚞 Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express Special Train D10 Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Golden Grass Beach → Stone City → Tashkurgan County
Head to the Pamir Plateau, visit the pristine and relaxing Baisha Lake, the warm and vast Golden Grass Beach, and explore the thousand-year-old Stone City. Enjoy plateau scenery along the way, arriving at Tashkurgan County.
D11 Tashkurgan Tajik Home Visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar
Visit local residents’ homes to experience rich folk customs, tour Karakul Lake, gaze at Muztagh Ata from afar, and return to Kashgar in the evening.
D12 Kashgar Old City → High-Terrace Dwellings → Turpan
Stroll through Kashgar Old City, visit the centuries-old, rustic High-Terrace Dwellings, immerse yourself in Southern Xinjiang’s rich Silk Road charm, and take an evening train to Turpan.
D13 Turpan → Karez Irrigation System → Flaming Mountains → Jiaohe Ancient City → Urumqi
Visit Turpan’s three core attractions:Explore the ancient water conservancy marvel Karez Irrigation System, visit the Flaming Mountains in person, and tour the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City. After sightseeing, return to Urumqi.
D14 Urumqi | Farewell Send-Off
The itinerary concludes successfully. Based on flight/train times, a unified send-off is arranged, ending the entire Xinjiang journey.
II. October 2027 Southern Xinjiang Golden Autumn 11-Day Exclusive Itinerary
Specially customized for October’s golden autumn, focusing on Southern Xinjiang’s cultural heritage sites, desert poplar forests, and ancient Western Regions cities, avoiding Northern Xinjiang crowds and immersively unlocking the profound history of the Western Regions and autumn Southern Xinjiang scenery.
D1 Various locations → Urumqi | Arrival Day
Travelers from across the country arrive in Urumqi to gather, rest freely, and adapt, awaiting the start of the golden autumn Southern Xinjiang journey.
D2 Urumqi → Turpan → Karez Irrigation System → Jiaohe Ancient City → Ruoqiang
Depart for Turpan, visit the man-made marvel Karez Irrigation System and the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City, experience the unique landforms and cultural history of the “Land of Fire,” then proceed to Ruoqiang.
D3 Ruoqiang → Milan Ruins → Loulan Museum → Loulan Park → Hotan
Explore the mysterious Milan Ruins, visit the Loulan Museum to interpret the thousand-year-old Loulan civilization, stroll through Loulan Park, and feel the heritage of the ancient Western Regions. Arrive in Hotan in the evening.

The New Oriental Express is a distinctive tourist special train in China focused on long-distance leisure slow travel, offering a comfortable residential-style travel experience. It operates on a model of nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations or endure the hassle of repacking luggage and transferring between cities. As a signature product under Xinjiang Railway’s “Tianshan Snow Lotus” service brand, following the brand’s comprehensive upgrade in 2026, the routes now cover Xinjiang’s core tourist destinations. It is designed for travelers who value journey comfort and wish to explore Xinjiang’s scenery in depth, suitable for family trips, friend gatherings, small team-building activities, and more. Throughout the journey, there is no need to plan routes, arrange tickets, or coordinate local transportation — the trip is worry-free and convenient. D4 Hotan → Hotan Tuancheng → Yurungkash River → Yotkan Ancient City
Visit Hotan Tuancheng, full of Southern Xinjiang charm, experience the local street life, head to the Yurungkash River to try jade-picking fun, and explore the thousand-year-old Yotkan Ancient City ruins.
D5 Hotan → Shache → Yarkent Khan Palace → Amannisa Khan Mausoleum → Kashgar
Travel to Shache, visit the Yarkent Khan Palace and Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, appreciate Shache’s thousand-year history of Western Regions royalty, then head to Kashgar.
D6 Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
Enjoy an in-depth tour of the Pamir Plateau, visit the plateau pearl Karakul Lake and the pristine Baisha Lake, face the magnificent Southern Xinjiang scenery of snow mountains and lakes, and return to Kashgar the same day.
D7 Kashgar → Kashgar Old City → High-Terrace Dwellings → Kuqa
Take a leisurely stroll through Kashgar Old City, visit the iconic, rustic High-Terrace Dwellings, immerse yourself in Southern Xinjiang’s cultural charm, then head to Kuqa.
D8 Kuqa → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Qiuci Alley
Tour the majestic and unique Kuqa Grand Canyon, visit Kuqa Royal Palace, stroll through the retro Qiuci Alley, and deeply experience the unique charm of ancient Qiuci culture.
D9 Kuqa → Luntai → Tarim Poplar Forest → Urumqi

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Head to the October-exclusive scenery — Luntai Tarim Poplar Forest, admire the golden autumn poplar spectacle, encounter desert autumn colors, then return to Urumqi.
D10 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi → Urumqi
Visit Tianshan Tianchi, enjoy the alpine lake scenery surrounded by snow-capped mountains, take in Northern Xinjiang’s classic views, and return to Urumqi city after sightseeing.
D11 Urumqi | Farewell Send-Off
The entire journey concludes. Based on transportation times, a send-off is arranged, successfully ending the golden autumn Southern Xinjiang journey.
V. 💰 2026–2027 New Oriental Express Special Train Departure Dates and Price Information
2027 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus Number Full Analysis of New Train Body Configurations & Annual Schedule Fares
In 2026, the New Oriental Express underwent a major upgrade, launching two new series of train bodies — Luxury and Comfort — creating the upgraded “Snow Lotus Number” high-end Silk Road special train. The train’s overall livery is simple and elegant with a rich texture, and flowing silk textures replicate Xinjiang’s natural landscapes and diverse cultural heritage, perfectly blending Western Regions romance with light luxury travel. The entire train is equipped with brand-new supporting facilities, including a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multifunctional entertainment car. All compartments come standard with separate wet-dry bathrooms, comprehensively upgrading the travel experience and creating an immersive high-end Xinjiang Silk Road vacation.

II. 🛏️ New Oriental Express Special Train Seat Types, Hardware Configurations, and AdvantagesI. Overall Configuration of the New Train Body
This newly upgraded train body consists of 13 cars, divided into two categories — Luxury and Comfort — with three gold-diamond room types, covering different travel needs:
Zungui Gold Diamond Three-Bedroom Compartment (Luxury):Capacity 6 people/car, 1 car in total
Xiyue Gold Diamond Four-Bedroom Compartment (Luxury):Capacity 8 people/car, 5 cars in total
Boyue Gold Diamond Five-Bedroom Compartment (Comfort):Capacity 10–20 people/car, 7 cars in total
II. Detailed Specifications of the Three Light-Luxury Compartments
1. Zungui Gold Diamond · Three-Bedroom Compartment | Top Luxury (1 recommended car on the entire train)
As the train’s premium room type, each car is recommended to have 3 standard twin-bed compartments, with spacious and private interiors. The entire train has a capacity of 6 people, offering an exclusive VIP experience. The compartment beds are flexibly convertible — the twin beds can be freely combined into a double bed, suitable for couples, parent-child, and best-friend travel scenarios.
The room is fully equipped with light-luxury amenities, including a leisure double sofa, lounge seating and table, multifunctional storage space, and custom furniture, balancing leisure reception and daily storage. Each compartment comes with a separate wet-dry bathroom, eliminating crowded travel and providing a clean, comfortable washing and bathing space.
Space size reference:Compartment total area approx. 12㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower room 1.06㎡; bed sizes: double bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
2. Xiyue Gold Diamond · Four-Bedroom Compartment | Premium Luxury (5 cars in total)
A high-value luxury room type, each car has 4 standard twin-bed compartments, with a train capacity of 8 people. The space is well arranged with excellent privacy. Beds support merging and conversion, flexibly switching between double/twin modes to suit diverse travel needs.
Continuing the high-end configuration standards, it features lounge seating and table, custom furniture, multifunctional storage area, and leisure reception area. All compartments come standard with separate wet-dry bathrooms, complete facilities, superior experience, balancing quality and practicality.
Space size reference:Compartment total area approx. 10㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower room 1.06㎡; bed sizes: double bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
3. Boyue Gold Diamond · Five-Bedroom Compartment | Light-Luxury Comfort (7 cars in total)
An affordable light-luxury comfort room type, recommended for value. Each car has 5 compartments, flexibly accommodating 10 people for refined travel or 20 people for group travel, suitable for family trips, friend gatherings, and small team-building. All compartments come standard with separate wet-dry bathrooms, ensuring basic comfort and privacy.
The space is simple, practical, and neatly arranged, meeting the core needs of accommodation, washing, and leisure during long-distance travel. It is the preferred room type for high-end Xinjiang special train travel among the general public.
Space size reference:Compartment total area approx. 8㎡, bathroom 1.26㎡, shower room 0.9㎡; bunk beds uniformly sized: 2m×0.78m.

The New Oriental Express offers multiple seat and compartment types, each differing in space, interior facilities, privacy, and comfort, allowing passengers to choose freely based on their budget and travel preferences.III. 2027 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus Number Annual Schedule & Fares
The 2027 Snow Lotus Number full-line schedule is now open for pre-sale, covering the April–October Xinjiang travel season, including spring/summer sightseeing routes and golden autumn Southern Xinjiang autumn scenery special routes, with tiered pricing at different times to suit various travel plans.
(I) Zungui Gold Diamond and Xiyue Gold Diamond Annual Fares (Luxury)
1. Early Spring Preferred Period | April–May
Departure dates:April 16, May 7, May 20
Reference price:Zungui Gold Diamond 65,999 CNY/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 58,999 CNY/person
2. Midsummer Sightseeing Period | June–Mid-August
Departure dates:June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11
Reference price:Zungui Gold Diamond 68,999 CNY/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 62,999 CNY/person
3. Late Summer Golden Autumn Period | Late August–September
Departure dates:August 30, September 13, September 27
Reference price:Zungui Gold Diamond 72,999 CNY/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 66,999 CNY/person
4. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2026 Schedule)
Meeting point:Urumqi
Meeting time:October 15, 2026, October 25, 2026
Reference price:Zungui Gold Diamond 46,999 CNY/person | Xiyue Gold Diamond 38,999 CNY/person
(II) Boyue Gold Diamond Annual Fares (Comfort)
1. Spring/Summer Regular Period | April–September
Departure dates:April 18, May 18, June 9, June 23, July 7, July 22, August 2, August 5, August 20, September 4, September 18

Zungui Gold Diamond · Three-Bedroom Compartment: 1 recommended car on the entire train, each car has 3 standard twin-bed compartments, capacity 6 people, compartment total area approx. 12㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower room 1.06㎡. Beds can be converted to a 2m×1.7m double bed or two 2m×0.85m single beds. Standard features include a leisure double sofa, lounge seating and table, multifunctional storage space, and custom furniture. Each compartment has a separate wet-dry bathroom, suitable for travelers with higher space requirements.Reference price:2-person room 32,888 CNY/person | 2-person room third-person special 16,888 CNY/person | 4-person room 27,888 CNY/person
2. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2027 Schedule)
Meeting point:Urumqi
Meeting time:October 3, 2027, October 13, 2027, October 26, 2027
Reference price:2-person room 19,888 CNY/person | 2-person room third-person special 11,888 CNY/person | 4-person room 16,888 CNY/person
Notes:All room types across the train come with separate wet-dry bathrooms, dining cars, entertainment cars, and multifunctional leisure areas, providing premium exclusive travel services throughout the journey. Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and departure date; the specifics are subject to actual consultation and contract.
VI. 📞 New Oriental Express Special Train Booking and Registration Methods
If you want to ride the New Oriental Express, here is a ticket booking guide to keep.
New Oriental Express-related tourism products are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. You can contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center to learn about product schedules, itineraries, and complete bookings.
The booking process is as follows:
Contact for consultation: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409. Learn about the New Oriental Express’s detailed itinerary, seat and room types, reference prices, and departure schedules.
Choose a travel product:Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure period and special train seat/room type. For solo registrations, the travel agency will make every effort to arrange room sharing; special circumstances require separate negotiation.
Submit personal information:Provide travelers’ names, valid ID numbers, Mainland-Taiwan-Hong Kong-Macau permits, passports, and other basic document information for travel registration and seat reservation.
Complete booking procedures:Pay the travel booking deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, receive the relevant payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic tourism service supervision contract to complete the booking process.
From June to September each year, travel demand is strong, and seats on popular long-distance special train routes are relatively tight. It is recommended to check itinerary schedules as early as possible and secure your preferred seats. Travel bookings can be arranged through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center. Pay attention to various travel information online, carefully distinguish non-official channels, and protect your travel rights.
VII. 📝 New Oriental Express Special Train Fees and Service-Related Information
The services included in the New Oriental Express special train itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including related transportation, basic accommodation, sightseeing support, and other related services within the itinerary. Personal voluntary spending items and optional experience items are not included.
All itinerary service details, fee standards, and included rights are subject to the terms agreed upon in the signed contract between both parties. All travel-related rights and fees are subject to actual consultation and contract. In cases involving weather, road conditions, policies, scenic area opening status, schedule changes, etc., both parties may agree to make reasonable itinerary changes. Cancellation and modification rules follow the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law. For more details, you can consult Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center for detailed information.
VIII. ✨ Conclusion
Pre-sales for the 2027 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus Number annual schedule are now open. Whether you want to head to grasslands and lakes in spring/summer or encounter poplar forests and ancient city scenery in golden autumn, you can contact Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center for related information. Choose a suitable time, take the special train to travel slowly through Xinjiang, and experience its diverse scenery and culture.
Tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourist special train must be booked through the designated professional and official railway channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked independently through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available 24 hours for consultation and registration. Office phone: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.