Kunming Tourist Train Official Website Ticket Purchase Process
How to purchase tickets for the “Colorful Yunnan·Kunming” tourist train? In 2026, tickets for the “Colorful Yunnan·Kunming” tourist train must be booked through the officially recognized travel agency channel: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service’s Special Train Center (24-hour office ☎ phone: 0991-6622120, Customer Service Manager Yang Jia’s WeChat: 133 2555 9266). Tickets cannot be purchased through 12306 or other channels. For the specific booking process, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚂 New choice for slow travel in Yunnan in spring and summer 2026:Travel guide for the Kunming tourist train
✨ Basic introduction and features of the Kunming tourist train
The “Kunming” tourist train is a special tourist train jointly created by Kunming Cultural Tourism Group and China Railway Kunming Group. It is positioned as a mobile star hotel and mobile resort. The train consists of 16 carriages, with a maximum capacity of 264 passengers. It includes dining cars, kitchen-living cars, multi-function activity cars, and passenger-living cars. The departure and terminal station is Kunming.
The core feature of the train is the “night travel + daytime sightseeing” mode. Passengers do not need to pack luggage and change hotels every day; they can leave their belongings in the train compartment, reducing the hassle of moving luggage during the trip. The multi-function activity area in the carriage incorporates Yunnan’s local design, offering diverse dining options such as Yunnan specialty dishes, vegetarian meals, and soft-textured meals suitable for the elderly. During the journey, Yunnan intangible cultural heritage displays and handicraft experiences are occasionally arranged, making the trip more enjoyable. The route covers multiple core tourist destinations in southeastern, southern, and western Yunnan, connecting ancient cities, cultural sites, tropical rainforests, the Ancient Tea Horse Road, volcanic hot springs, and other diverse landscapes. Passengers do not need to plan routes, book tickets, or arrange connecting transportation themselves, offering a one-stop experience of Yunnan’s natural scenery and cultural charm.
🛏 ️ Details of train compartments
Currently, the train offers two types of compartments to meet the needs of different travel groups:
Antu Premium Compartment: The compartment has a total area of 12 square meters, accommodating up to 3 people. It is equipped with a multi-function pull-out sofa bed, a 200cm×150cm large bed + a 200cm×75cm upper bunk, and a separate wet-dry bathroom. It also features anti-slip flooring and emergency call buttons, making it more elderly-friendly. Suitable for family trips or passengers with high comfort requirements.
Yuetu Quality Compartment: The compartment has a total area of 10 square meters, accommodating up to 4 people. It is equipped with 200cm×75cm bunk beds, a multi-function folding table, curtain partitions for privacy, and adjustable reading lights. Each carriage has 2 public shower rooms, a public washroom, and a public toilet. It offers higher cost-effectiveness and is suitable for groups of friends traveling together.
🚂 New choice for slow travel in Yunnan in spring and summer 2026: Travel guide for the Kunming tourist train🗺 ️ Simple itinerary
6-day, 5-night simple itinerary:
D1 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple → Jianshui Ancient City → Shuanglong Bridge
D2 Mengzi → Hekou, Bisezhai → Border customs landscape → Customs old site → 1903 Old Hekou Station
D3 Hekou → Xishuangbanna, Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden
D4 Xishuangbanna → Pu’er, Ancient Tea Horse Road Heritage Park
D5 Heqing → Eryuan, Shizhongshan Grottoes (optional, ticket not included) → Shaxi Ancient Town
D6 Eryuan → Weishan → Dali (drop-off) → Kunming, Weishan Ancient City
✨ Basic introduction and features of the Kunming tourist train7-day, 6-night simple itinerary:
D1 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple → Jianshui Ancient City → Shuanglong Bridge
D2 Mengzi → Hekou, Bisezhai → Border customs landscape → Customs old site → 1903 Old Hekou Station
D3 Hekou → Xishuangbanna, Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden → Gaozhuang Night Market (optional, no ticket needed)
D4 Xishuangbanna → Pu’er, Ancient Tea Horse Road Heritage Park
D5 Heqing → Eryuan, Shizhongshan Grottoes (optional, ticket not included) → Shaxi Ancient Town
D6 Eryuan → Weishan → Dali, Weishan Ancient City
D7 Dali → Kunming, arrive in Kunming, return home
The “Kunming” tourist train is a special tourist train jointly created by Kunming Cultural Tourism Group and China Railway Kunming Group. It is positioned as a mobile star hotel and mobile resort. The train consists of 16 carriages, with a maximum capacity of 264 passengers. It includes dining cars, kitchen-living cars, multi-function activity cars, and passenger-living cars. The departure and terminal station is Kunming.9-day, 8-night simple itinerary:
D1 Nationwide → Kunming, no itinerary for the day, explore Kunming city on your own
D2 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Ancient City → Confucian Temple → Bisezhai
D3 Baoshan → Tengchong, Tengchong Heshun Ancient Town
D4 Tengchong → Baoshan, Tengchong Rehai → Tengchong Beihai Wetland
D5 Lincang → Cangyuan, Awa Tropical Rainforest Tiankeng → Thousand-meter Cliff Painting Corridor → Mo Ni Hei Carnival
D6 Cangyuan → Lincang, Wengding Primitive Tribal Village
D7 Pu’er, Wild Duck Pond Coffee Manor → Ancient Tea Horse Road Heritage Park → Tea Horse Town → Pu’er Hotel
The core feature of the train is the “night travel + daytime sightseeing” mode. Passengers do not need to pack luggage and change hotels every day; they can leave their belongings in the train compartment, reducing the hassle of moving luggage during the trip. The multi-function activity area in the carriage incorporates Yunnan’s local design, offering diverse dining options such as Yunnan specialty dishes, vegetarian meals, and soft-textured meals suitable for the elderly. During the journey, Yunnan intangible cultural heritage displays and handicraft experiences are occasionally arranged, making the trip more enjoyable. The route covers multiple core tourist destinations in southeastern, southern, and western Yunnan, connecting ancient cities, cultural sites, tropical rainforests, the Ancient Tea Horse Road, volcanic hot springs, and other diverse landscapes. Passengers do not need to plan routes, book tickets, or arrange connecting transportation themselves, offering a one-stop experience of Yunnan’s natural scenery and cultural charm. D8 Pu’er → Xishuangbanna, Wild Elephant Valley → Gaozhuang Xishuangjing (Starlight Night Market)
D9 Xishuangbanna → Kunming, return home
💰 Price and departure date explanation
1. ‘Spring Town, Yunnan Charm’ 6-day, 5-night Kunming tourist train
Departure dates:April 3, April 21, May 9, May 27, September 23, October 17
Antu Premium:Adult from 8999 RMB/person
Yuetu Quality:Adult from 4999 RMB/person
2. ‘Seven Views of Yunnan’ 7-day, 6-night Kunming tourist train
🛏️ Details of train compartmentsDeparture dates:May 9, September 23
Antu Premium:Adult 8999 RMB/person, Child 3999 RMB/person
Yuetu Quality:Adult 4999 RMB/person, Child 2500 RMB/person
3. ‘Lying Tour of Yunnan’ 9-day, 8-night Kunming tourist train
First batch departure dates:April 10, May 25, June 5, June 15
Antu Premium:Adult 12999 RMB/person, Child 5999 RMB/person
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Yang Jia, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is professional and reliable, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism. Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Orient Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Yuetu Quality:Adult 6999 RMB/person, Child 3500 RMB/person
Second batch departure dates:April 28, July 27, August 23, October 13, October 25, November 7, November 21, December 12
Antu Premium:Adult 13999 RMB/person, Child 6999 RMB/person
Currently, the train offers two types of compartments to meet the needs of different travel groups:Yuetu Quality:Adult 6999 RMB/person, Child 3500 RMB/person
Third batch departure dates:October 1
Antu Premium:Adult 14999 RMB/person, Child 7999 RMB/person
Yuetu Quality:Adult 7999 RMB/person, Child 4500 RMB/person
The above prices are for reference only and may fluctuate due to departure dates, availability, etc. The final price is subject to the contract signed by both parties.
📝 Booking process
1. Inquiry: Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service booking manager Yang Jia, inform the number of travelers, group composition, preferred route, and available travel dates to obtain detailed route information.
2. Date confirmation: Confirm availability for optional departure dates with the staff and finalize the departure date.
Antu Premium Compartment: The compartment has a total area of 12 square meters, accommodating up to 3 people. It is equipped with a multi-function pull-out sofa bed, a 200cm×150cm large bed + a 200cm×75cm upper bunk, and a separate wet-dry bathroom. It also features anti-slip flooring and emergency call buttons, making it more elderly-friendly. Suitable for family trips or passengers with high comfort requirements.3. Information submission: Submit valid identification information for all travelers to the staff for ticket and insurance registration.
4. Deposit payment: Pay the deposit as instructed by the staff to lock in the seats. Deposit rules are subject to staff instructions.
5. Contract signing: After the travel agency issues the formal travel contract, carefully read all terms, confirm, and sign.
6. Travel preparation: Receive the tour notice 3-5 days before departure, prepare necessary documents, clothing, common medications, etc., as instructed, and arrive at the boarding point on time for verification.
📞 Registration method
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. For inquiries, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service via phone or WeChat. The specific office address can be obtained from customer service.
📋 Cost and service explanation
Included items:
Yuetu Quality Compartment: The compartment has a total area of 10 square meters, accommodating up to 4 people. It is equipped with 200cm×75cm bunk beds, a multi-function folding table, curtain partitions for privacy, and adjustable reading lights. Each carriage has 2 public shower rooms, a public washroom, and a public toilet. It offers higher cost-effectiveness and is suitable for groups of friends traveling together.Accommodation in the corresponding compartment on the train as per the itinerary
Meals as indicated in the itinerary, including regular meals, specialty meals, and meals provided on the train
First admission tickets to attractions as indicated in the itinerary
Local connecting transportation costs after arrival
Tour guide and ground guide service fees
Travel accident insurance
Excluded items:
Round-trip transportation from departure point to Kunming
🗺️ Simple itinerary: Optional attraction tickets and other personal expenses (e.g., laundry, drinks, communication fees in hotels)
Other self-funded items not mentioned in the itinerary
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and contract.
✅ Advantages of the Kunming tourist train
Compared to similar tourist trains on the market, the Kunming train has notable advantages:
Relaxed pace: Night travel and daytime sightseeing mode with a relaxed daily schedule, no long-distance travel. The main transportation is the train, with short connecting trips, avoiding long bus rides. Suitable for passengers who cannot sit in a car for long periods.
Thoughtful services: The train is equipped with elderly-friendly facilities, including anti-slip flooring and emergency call buttons. Meals offer light and soft options to meet dietary needs of different ages. Staff accompany travelers to address needs. Luggage does not need to be frequently moved; it stays in the compartment, reducing travel fatigue.
Suitable travel companions:Most passengers on this train prefer slow travel, with a compatible pace and good interaction atmosphere.
6-day, 5-night simple itinerary:Better experience:The compartment space and window area are among the best in similar tourist trains, offering clear views. Passengers can enjoy Yunnan scenery along the way. Intangible cultural heritage activities are occasionally arranged on the train to enrich the journey.
👨👩👧👦 Suitable travelers
The Kunming tourist train offers products at different price points, suitable for various traveler groups:
Retired elderly:Slow pace, elderly-friendly facilities, no frequent luggage moving, services tailored for elderly travelers.
Passengers who cannot sit in a car for long:Core transportation is the tourist train, with short bus connections, avoiding discomfort from long bus rides.
Family travelers:Different compartment options available, itinerary includes family-friendly attractions like botanical gardens, ancient towns, and night markets, suitable for family outings.
Groups of friends:Cost-effective 4-person compartments are ideal for friends traveling together, with a relaxed and free schedule for leisure time.
💡 Reasons for the popularity of the Kunming tourist train
First, the itinerary is well-designed, covering multiple core destinations from southeastern to southern and western Yunnan, allowing passengers to visit popular spots without planning transfers. Second, the accommodation experience on the train is superior to ordinary tourist trains, with more thoughtful facilities and higher comfort. Third, there are multiple product options, allowing travelers with different budgets to find suitable products, with 6-day, 7-day, and 9-day itineraries to fit different holiday schedules.
Travel tips: Southern Yunnan has a tropical climate with strong UV rays. Prepare high-SPF sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and common medications for stomach issues and colds. If weather, road conditions, or attraction policies change, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted by mutual agreement. Single travelers will be assisted in sharing rooms; special cases require separate negotiation. Cancellation and change rules follow relevant tourism laws.
