2027NewOrientalExpressSingleOccupancySupplementFAQ

【How to Buy Tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express Special Train】How to purchase and book tickets for the 2027 New Oriental Express tourism special train?
The 2027 New Oriental Express tourism special train can only be booked through the railway-designated professional and official channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Many travelers who wish to explore Xinjiang in depth have heard of the New Oriental Express. After this special train was fully upgraded to the Snow Lotus in 2026, pre-sales for all 2027 departures have already begun. Today, I’ll put together a practical guide covering configuration, itinerary, pricing, and booking to help you smoothly plan your long-distance Xinjiang journey.
🚂 I. Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus Special Train
The New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus is a customized high-end integrated transportation-tourism product developed by Xinjiang Railway based on local cultural tourism IP. It belongs to the New Oriental Express series of themed special trains, positioned as a long-distance residential travel experience, mainly serving in-depth tours across Xinjiang. It targets travelers with slow-travel needs and suits family trips, group travel with friends, cultural tourism expeditions, wellness and leisure, and other travel scenarios. The special train operates on a night-travel, day-sightseeing model, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations and saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. The train is equipped with temperature control and noise-reduction shock-absorbing systems, providing smooth operation, making it a distinctive travel option suitable for multi-day long-distance residential journeys.
🛏 ️ II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus
The newly upgraded train consists of 13 carriages, divided into two categories — luxury and comfort — with three diamond-class room types to cover different travel needs:
Premium Diamond Triple Room (Luxury):Capacity: 6 people per carriage, 1 carriage in total
Xiyue Diamond Quad Room (Luxury):Capacity: 8 people per carriage, 5 carriages in total
Boyue Diamond Five-Room (Comfort):Capacity: 10-20 people per carriage, 7 carriages in total
Detailed specifications of the three light-luxury cabins are as follows:
1. Premium Diamond · Triple Room | Luxury (1 carriage recommended on the entire train)
Each carriage features 3 standard twin-bed cabins, offering spacious and private space, with a total capacity of 6 people per carriage. The beds in the cabins are flexible — twin beds can be combined into a king bed, suitable for couples, parent-child trips, and close friends traveling together.
The rooms are fully equipped with standard amenities, including a double sofa, lounge and dining table and chairs, multi-functional storage space, and custom furniture, balancing leisure, reception, and daily storage needs. Each cabin features a separate wet-dry bathroom, providing a clean and comfortable washing and bathing space.
Reference dimensions:Total cabin area approx. 12㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower 1.06㎡; bed sizes: king bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
2. Xiyue Diamond · Quad Room | Luxury (5 carriages in total)
Each carriage has 4 standard twin-bed cabins with a total capacity of 8 people, offering reasonable space allocation and good privacy. Beds can be combined and adjusted, flexibly switching between king/twin modes to suit diverse travel needs.
Complete standard amenities include lounge tables and chairs, custom furniture, multi-functional storage areas, and leisure reception areas. All cabins come with separate wet-dry bathrooms, fully equipped, balancing quality and practicality.
Reference dimensions:Total cabin area approx. 10㎡, bathroom 1.5㎡, shower 1.06㎡; bed sizes: king bed 2m×1.7m, single bed 2m×0.85m.
3. Boyue Diamond · Five-Room | Comfort (7 carriages in total)

Many travelers who wish to explore Xinjiang in depth have heard of the New Oriental Express. After this special train was fully upgraded to the Snow Lotus in 2026, pre-sales for all 2027 departures have already begun. Today, I’ll put together a practical guide covering configuration, itinerary, pricing, and booking to help you smoothly plan your long-distance Xinjiang journey.Each carriage has 5 cabins, flexibly accommodating groups of 10 or 20 travelers, suitable for family trips, group travel with friends, and small team-building activities. All cabins come standard with separate wet-dry bathrooms, ensuring basic comfort and privacy.
The space is simple, practical, and well-organized, meeting the core needs of accommodation, washing, and leisure during long-distance travel. It is the preferred room type for the general public choosing Xinjiang special train travel.
Reference dimensions:Total cabin area approx. 8㎡, bathroom 1.26㎡, shower 0.9㎡; all bunk beds uniform size: 2m×0.78m.
The entire train also features a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multi-functional entertainment car. Public areas include a full-view sightseeing corridor and leisure social areas, meeting passengers’ diverse needs for rest, sightseeing, and leisure during the journey.
💁 III. Travel Quality and Service Highlights of the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus
The New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus offers a unique travel experience in service details and itinerary arrangements, clearly distinct from conventional tourism:
Comprehensive accompanying services:A dedicated tour leader and locally licensed guides are provided throughout the journey, along with onboard medical staff for health support. From transportation connections and luggage handling to itinerary guidance, full-process services are provided, saving travelers the hassle of running around.
Comfortable accommodation experience:A dual accommodation model combining private train cabins and quality hotels along the route is adopted. During night travel, passengers rest in their exclusive cabins; during daytime sightseeing, they stay at compliant quality hotels near scenic areas, maintaining consistent rest standards throughout the journey.
Rich special experiences:Special activities such as intangible cultural heritage experiences and cultural education mini-classes are arranged during the itinerary. After arriving at scenic areas, local interactive activities are also arranged to enrich the travel experience.
Reasonable meal arrangements:Meals balance Xinjiang specialty flavors with the taste preferences of different travelers. Dietary restrictions are collected in advance and adjusted accordingly to ensure a good dining experience.
All the above services are arranged according to unified standards, with specific details subject to the terms agreed upon in the signed contract.
🗺 ️ IV. Sample Itinerary for the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus
In 2027, Xinjiang offers two premium itineraries (Summer Northern Xinjiang + October Southern Xinjiang):
I. April-September 2027 Northern Xinjiang Summer Panorama 14-Day Itinerary (Summer Edition)
Suitable for spring, summer, and autumn, covering Tianchi Lake, Kanas, Hemu, Duku Highway, Sayram Lake, Pamir Plateau, and other core Xinjiang attractions, unlocking the lakes and mountains of Northern Xinjiang and the plateau scenery of Southern Xinjiang in one trip.
D1 Various locations → Urumqi | Arrival Day
Travelers from across the country arrive in Urumqi and gather, rest freely, and adjust to Xinjiang’s time difference, preparing for the long journey ahead.
D2 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi Lake → Beitun

🚂 I. Detailed Introduction to the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus Special Train — Head to Tianshan Tianchi Lake for an immersive view of the intertwined snow mountains, lakes, and forests. After sightseeing, proceed to Beitun for overnight stay.
D3 Beitun → Rainbow Beach → Chonghuer → Kanas
Visit the Yadan landform wonder Rainbow Beach, admire the colorful Gobi Danxia scenery, pass through the Chonghuer scenic belt, and continue along the scenic route to arrive at the Kanas Scenic Area.
D4 Full-day in-depth tour of Kanas → Hemu
Take an in-depth tour of the Kanas Scenic Area, exploring classic attractions such as Fairy Bay, Moon Bay, and Wolong Bay. In the afternoon, head to the well-known Hemu Village.
D5 Hemu → Ahe Highway → Altay → Jinghenan
In the early morning, encounter the Hemu morning mist and wooden house smoke. Travel along the scenic Ahe Highway, pass through Altay, weaving through grasslands and mountains, and arrive at Jinghenan in the evening.
D6 Jinghenan → Sayram Lake → Liuxing Street → Yining
Head to Sayram Lake for an immersive encounter with the azure lake and vast grasslands. In the afternoon, proceed to Yining and visit Liuxing Street to experience the cultural charm of Ili.
D7 Yining → Nalati Grassland
Head to Nalati, one of the world’s four major alpine valley grasslands. Stroll through the aerial grassland, admire the grassland scenery interwoven with snow mountains, meadows, and streams, and deeply experience the grassland landscape.
D8 Nalati → Bayanbulak → Southern Section of Duku Highway → Kuqa
Traverse the southern section of the Duku Highway, visit Bayanbulak Grassland, watch the sunset at the Nine Bends and Eighteen Turns, and experience the “four seasons in one day, different weather every ten miles” scenery of Duku along the way, arriving in Kuqa.
D9 Kuqa → Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Kashgar
Explore the magnificent Tianshan Secret Grand Canyon, visit the thousand-year-old Kuqa Royal Palace, learn about ancient Qiuci culture, and then head to Kashgar, the core city of Southern Xinjiang.
D10 Kashgar → Baisha Lake → Golden Grass Beach → Stone City → Tashkurgan
Head to the Pamir Plateau, visit the pristine Baisha Lake and the warm, vast Golden Grass Beach, explore the thousand-year-old Stone City, and enjoy plateau scenery along the way, arriving in Tashkurgan County.
D11 Tashkurgan local family visit → Karakul Lake → Kashgar

The New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus is a customized high-end integrated transportation-tourism product developed by Xinjiang Railway based on local cultural tourism IP. It belongs to the New Oriental Express series of themed special trains, positioned as a long-distance residential travel experience, mainly serving in-depth tours across Xinjiang. It targets travelers with slow-travel needs and suits family trips, group travel with friends, cultural tourism expeditions, wellness and leisure, and other travel scenarios. The special train operates on a night-travel, day-sightseeing model, eliminating the need to frequently change accommodations and saving the hassle of repeatedly packing luggage and transferring between cities. The train is equipped with temperature control and noise-reduction shock-absorbing systems, providing smooth operation, making it a distinctive travel option suitable for multi-day long-distance residential journeys. — Visit local residents’ homes to experience the rich Western Region folk customs, tour Karakul Lake, gaze at Muztagh Ata from afar, and return to Kashgar in the evening.
D12 Kashgar Old City → Gaotai Folk Houses → Turpan
Stroll through the ancient Kashgar city, visit the century-old, rustic Gaotai Folk Houses, and immerse yourself in the rich Silk Road atmosphere of Southern Xinjiang. In the evening, take the 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 wonder of the Karez Irrigation System, visit the Flaming Mountains, 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, all guests are sent off together, ending the full 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 Region 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

Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.
Travelers from across the country arrive in Urumqi and gather, rest freely, and adjust to the environment, quietly 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 wonder of the Karez Irrigation System and the thousand-year-old Jiaohe Ancient City, experience the unique landforms and cultural history of the Fire Land, 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 Region. Arrive in Hotan in the evening.
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 enjoy the fun of jade picking, and explore the thousand-year-old Yotkan Ancient City ruins.
D5 Hotan → Shache → Yarkent Khan Palace → Amannisa Khan Mausoleum → Kashgar

🛏️ II. Seat Types, Hardware Configuration, and Advantages of the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus — Head to Shache, visit the Yarkent Khan Palace and Amannisa Khan Mausoleum, appreciate the thousand-year history of the Shache Western Region royal family, then proceed to Kashgar.
D6 Kashgar → Karakul Lake → Baisha Lake → Kashgar
Take 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 → Gaotai Folk Houses → Kuqa
Take a leisurely tour of the old Kashgar city, visit the iconic, rustic Gaotai Folk Houses, and immerse yourself in Southern Xinjiang’s cultural charm, then proceed to Kuqa.
D8 Kuqa → Kuqa Grand Canyon → Kuqa Royal Palace → Qiuci Alley
Tour the magnificent and unique Kuqa Grand Canyon, visit the 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
Head to the October-limited beauty of the Luntai Tarim Poplar Forest, admire the golden autumn poplar scenery, encounter the desert autumn colors, then return to Urumqi.
D10 Urumqi → Tianshan Tianchi Lake → Urumqi
Visit Tianshan Tianchi Lake, admire the alpine lake scenery surrounded by snow mountains, enjoy the classic Northern Xinjiang scenery, and return to downtown Urumqi after sightseeing.
D11 Urumqi | Farewell Send-off
The full itinerary concludes. Based on transportation times, guests are sent off, successfully ending the golden autumn Southern Xinjiang journey.
The itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement between both parties.
📅 V. 2026-2027 New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus Departure Dates and Pricing
In 2026, the New Oriental Express underwent a major upgrade, launching two new series of carriages — luxury and comfort — creating the upgraded “Snow Lotus” high-end Silk Road special train. The train’s overall livery is simple, elegant, and full of texture, with flowing silk patterns replicating Xinjiang’s natural landscapes and diverse cultural heritage, perfectly blending Western Region romance with light luxury travel. The entire train is equipped with brand-new supporting facilities, including a dedicated dining car, professional kitchen car, and multi-functional entertainment car. All cabins come standard with separate wet-dry bathrooms, comprehensively upgrading the travel experience and creating an immersive high-end Xinjiang Silk Road vacation.
Pre-sales for all 2027 Snow Lotus departures have officially begun, covering the April-October Xinjiang travel season, including spring-summer sightseeing routes and golden autumn Southern Xinjiang autumn scenery routes, with tiered pricing at different times to suit various travel plans.
(I) Premium Diamond, Xiyue Diamond Annual Fares (Luxury)

The newly upgraded train consists of 13 carriages, divided into two categories — luxury and comfort — with three diamond-class room types to cover different travel needs:1. Early Spring Preferred Period | April-May
Departures:April 16, May 7, May 20
Reference pricing:Premium Diamond 65,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Diamond 58,999 RMB/person
2. Midsummer Sightseeing Period | June-Mid August
Departures:June 2, June 16, June 30, July 14, July 28, August 11
Reference pricing:Premium Diamond 68,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Diamond 62,999 RMB/person
3. Late Summer Golden Autumn Period | Late August-September
Departures:August 30, September 13, September 27
Reference pricing:Premium Diamond 72,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Diamond 66,999 RMB/person
4. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2026 Schedule)
Meeting point:Urumqi
Meeting dates:October 15, 2026, October 25, 2026
Reference pricing:Premium Diamond 46,999 RMB/person | Xiyue Diamond 38,999 RMB/person
(II) Boyue Diamond Annual Fares (Comfort)
1. Spring-Summer Regular Period | April-September
Departures:April 18, May 18, June 9, June 23, July 7, July 22, August 2, August 5, August 20, September 4, September 18
Reference pricing:2-person room 32,888 RMB/person | 2-person room third person special 16,888 RMB/person | 4-person room 27,888 RMB/person
2. October Southern Xinjiang Autumn Scenery Exclusive Route (2027 Schedule)

Premium Diamond Triple Room (Luxury): Capacity 6 people per carriage, 1 carriage in totalMeeting point:Urumqi
Meeting dates:October 3, 2027, October 13, 2027, October 26, 2027
Reference pricing:2-person room 19,888 RMB/person | 2-person room third person special 11,888 RMB/person | 4-person room 16,888 RMB/person
Notes:All cabins on the entire train are equipped with separate wet-dry bathrooms, along with dining cars, entertainment cars, and multi-functional leisure areas, providing premium exclusive travel services throughout the journey.
Prices may vary slightly by season, room type, and departure date. Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
📞 VI. How to Book and Register for the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus, Where and How to Buy Tickets
If you want to ride the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus, please keep this booking guide.
New Oriental Express-related tourism products are not sold separately on the 12306 platform. You can learn about product schedules, itineraries, and complete bookings through Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center.
The booking process is as follows:
Contact and consultation: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center is available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409. Learn about the detailed itinerary, seat room types, reference prices, and departure schedules of the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus.
Choose your travel product:Based on your available time and travel preferences, select a suitable departure date and special train seat room type.
Submit personal information:Provide travelers’ names, valid ID numbers, and basic document information such as Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan permits or passports for travel registration and seat reservation.
Complete booking procedures:Pay the travel booking deposit according to the travel agency’s requirements, receive the corresponding payment receipt, and sign the unified electronic contract for tourism service supervision to complete the booking process.
From June to September each year, travel demand is high, and seats on popular long-distance special train routes are relatively tight. It is recommended to check itinerary schedules as early as possible and pay a deposit to secure your preferred seat. Travel bookings can be made 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 · Snow Lotus Fee and Service Related Notes
The services included in the New Oriental Express · Snow Lotus itinerary are arranged according to unified standards, including transportation, basic accommodation, and sightseeing support services within the itinerary. Personal voluntary consumption items and optional experience activities are not included.
All itinerary service details, fee standards, and included rights are subject to the terms agreed upon in the signed contract. All travel-related rights and fees are subject to actual consultation and contract. For more details, please contact customer service for a detailed explanation.
For solo registrations, our company will make every effort to arrange room sharing. Special circumstances require separate negotiation. Cancellation and change rules follow the relevant provisions of the Tourism Law.
Xinjiang’s mountains, rivers, lakes, seas, and ancient city charm are all hidden in the itinerary of this special train. If you also want to leisurely explore the essence of both Northern and Southern Xinjiang, feel free to add Manager Mai on WeChat to consult about suitable travel dates and embark on a comfortable and smooth Xinjiang journey.
The 2027 New Oriental Express tourism special train can only be booked through the railway-designated professional and official channel — Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service · Special Train Center. It cannot be booked directly through platforms such as 12306. Official registration channel: Manager Mai of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Special Train Center, available for consultation and registration 24 hours a day. Company landline: 0991-3333832, mobile and WeChat: 132-0133-3409.