Kunming Train Group Booking Price Ticket Purchase Procedure
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 a regular travel agency recognized by the railway: 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 specific booking procedures, please consult Customer Service Yang Jia.
🚞 Spring 2026 is the perfect season to admire flowers, explore ancient towns, and savor coffee in Yunnan. Many tourists who want to take a leisurely trip to Yunnan have set their sights on the “Kunming” tourist train. Without repeatedly planning transportation or frequently moving luggage, you can visit multiple distinctive Yunnan destinations like Jianshui, Xishuangbanna, and Tengchong in one go. Today, we’ve compiled the latest ticket purchasing guide to help you plan your trip.
▪️ Basic Introduction and Route 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, positioned as a “mobile resort.” The entire train consists of 16 carriages, with a maximum capacity of 264 passengers. It is equipped with various carriage types, including dining cars, kitchen-living cars, multi-functional cars, and passenger-living cars. The train starts from Kunming and connects multiple core Yunnan tourism areas such as Southern Yunnan, Western Yunnan, and Southwestern Yunnan.
Compared to ordinary travel methods, the Kunming train is designed for a more comfortable experience: the compartment space is more spacious than traditional soft sleeper compartments, with ample kitchen-living and dining car facilities, and wide observation windows up to 1.5 meters. Whether resting in the compartment or dining in the dining car, you can enjoy the Yunnan mountain scenery along the way. The train operates on a night-travel, day-sightseeing model, reducing daytime travel time and allowing you to focus more on sightseeing. Additionally, the train occasionally hosts Yunnan intangible cultural heritage experience activities and specialty dining tastings, making the journey itself part of the fun.
▪️ Compartment Details
Currently, the Kunming tourist train offers two types of compartments to meet the needs of different travelers:
Antu Premium Compartment:Each compartment covers 12 square meters, accommodating up to 3 people, with a 1.5-meter double bed and a single upper bunk, featuring a separate wet-dry bathroom. The compartment is equipped with anti-slip flooring, emergency call buttons, and other age-friendly facilities for a more comfortable travel experience.
🚞 Spring 2026 is the perfect season to admire flowers, explore ancient towns, and savor coffee in Yunnan. Many tourists who want to take a leisurely trip to Yunnan have set their sights on the “Kunming” tourist train. Without repeatedly planning transportation or frequently moving luggage, you can visit multiple distinctive Yunnan destinations like Jianshui, Xishuangbanna, and Tengchong in one go. Today, we’ve compiled the latest ticket purchasing guide to help you plan your trip.Yuetu Quality Compartment:Each compartment covers 10 square meters, accommodating up to 4 people, with 4 single bunk beds, a multi-functional folding table, bunk curtains, and adjustable reading lights. Each carriage is equipped with 2 public shower rooms, washrooms, and toilets, offering better value for money.
▪️ Simple Itinerary
Currently, the Kunming tourist train offers three different itinerary durations, with specific arrangements as follows:
[6 Days 5 Nights ‘Explore Springs and Yunnan Charm’ Itinerary]
D1 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple → Jianshui Ancient Town → Shuanglong Bridge
D2 Mengzi → Hekou, Bisezhai → Border Customs Scenery → Old Customs Site → 1903 Old Hekou Station
D3 Hekou → Xishuangbanna, Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden
D4 Xishuangbanna → Pu’er, Ancient Tea Horse Road Site Park
▪️ Basic Introduction and Route Features of the Kunming Tourist Train D5 Heqing → Eryuan, Shizhongshan Grottoes (optional, ticket at own expense) → Shaxi Ancient Town
D6 Eryuan → Weishan → Dali (drop-off) → Kunming, Weishan Ancient Town
[7 Days 6 Nights ‘Seven Reads of Yunnan’ Itinerary]
D1 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple → Jianshui Ancient Town → Shuanglong Bridge
D2 Mengzi → Hekou, Bisezhai → Border Customs Scenery → Old Customs Site → 1903 Old Hekou Station
D3 Hekou → Xishuangbanna, Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden → Gaozhuang Night Market (optional, no ticket needed)
D4 Xishuangbanna → Pu’er, Ancient Tea Horse Road Site Park
The Kunming tourist train is a special tourist train jointly created by Kunming Cultural Tourism Group and China Railway Kunming Group, positioned as a “mobile resort.” The entire train consists of 16 carriages, with a maximum capacity of 264 passengers. It is equipped with various carriage types, including dining cars, kitchen-living cars, multi-functional cars, and passenger-living cars. The train starts from Kunming and connects multiple core Yunnan tourism areas such as Southern Yunnan, Western Yunnan, and Southwestern Yunnan. D5 Heqing → Eryuan, Shizhongshan Grottoes (optional, ticket at own expense) → Shaxi Ancient Town
D6 Eryuan → Weishan → Dali, Weishan Ancient Town
D7 Dali → Kunming, arrive in Kunming, return to warm home
[9 Days 8 Nights ‘Lying and Exploring Yunnan’ Itinerary]
D1 Nationwide → Kunming, no itinerary for the day, free to explore Kunming city
D2 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Ancient Town → Confucian Temple → Bisezhai
D3 Baoshan → Tengchong, Tengchong Heshun Ancient Town
D4 Tengchong → Baoshan, Tengchong Rehai → Tengchong Beihai Wetland
Compared to ordinary travel methods, the Kunming train is designed for a more comfortable experience: the compartment space is more spacious than traditional soft sleeper compartments, with ample kitchen-living and dining car facilities, and wide observation windows up to 1.5 meters. Whether resting in the compartment or dining in the dining car, you can enjoy the Yunnan mountain scenery along the way. The train operates on a night-travel, day-sightseeing model, reducing daytime travel time and allowing you to focus more on sightseeing. Additionally, the train occasionally hosts Yunnan intangible cultural heritage experience activities and specialty dining tastings, making the journey itself part of the fun. D5 Lincang → Cangyuan, Awa Tropical Rainforest Tiankeng → Thousand-Meter Cliff Painting Corridor → Monihei Carnival
D6 Cangyuan → Lincang, Wengding Primitive Tribal Village
D7 Pu’er, Yeyatang Coffee Manor → Ancient Tea Horse Road Site Park → Tea Horse Town → Pu’er Hotel
D8 Pu’er → Xishuangbanna, Wild Elephant Valley → Gaozhuang Xishuangjing (Starlight Night Market)
D9 Xishuangbanna → Kunming, return home
In case of weather, road conditions, or changes in scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably adjusted upon mutual agreement.
▪️ Price Explanation
▪️ Compartment DetailsCurrently, the three itineraries have the following group dates and reference prices:
1. ‘Explore Springs and Yunnan Charm’ 6 Days 5 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
Group 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
Manager Yang Jia from Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service, with over a decade of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with Xinjiang’s overall tourism. Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as New Orient Express Xuelian, Panda Trains: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinfu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindu, 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)
2. ‘Seven Reads of Yunnan’ 7 Days 6 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
Group Dates:May 9, September 23
Antu Premium:Adult 8999 RMB/person, Child 3999 RMB/person
Currently, the Kunming tourist train offers two types of compartments to meet the needs of different travelers:Yuetu Quality:Adult 4999 RMB/person, Child 2500 RMB/person
3. ‘Lying and Exploring Yunnan’ 9 Days 8 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
First Group Dates:April 10, May 25, June 5, June 15
Antu Premium:Adult 12999 RMB/person, Child 5999 RMB/person
Yuetu Quality:Adult 6999 RMB/person, Child 3500 RMB/person
Second Group 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
Antu Premium Compartment: Each compartment covers 12 square meters, accommodating up to 3 people, with a 1.5-meter double bed and a single upper bunk, featuring a separate wet-dry bathroom. The compartment is equipped with anti-slip flooring, emergency call buttons, and other age-friendly facilities for a more comfortable travel experience.Yuetu Quality:Adult 6999 RMB/person, Child 3500 RMB/person
Third Group 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 are reference prices. Prices and availability are subject to contract/customer service confirmation and may fluctuate with group dates. Please refer to actual consultation and signing.
▪️ Booking Process
Tourists wishing to book the Kunming tourist train itinerary can follow the process below:
1. First, confirm your preferred itinerary duration and approximate travel time. You can consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service for availability on corresponding group dates. Contact via phone or WeChat to reach Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service, and related address information can also be obtained from customer service.
Yuetu Quality Compartment: Each compartment covers 10 square meters, accommodating up to 4 people, with 4 single bunk beds, a multi-functional folding table, bunk curtains, and adjustable reading lights. Each carriage is equipped with 2 public shower rooms, washrooms, and toilets, offering better value for money.2. After confirming availability, contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service booking manager Yang Jia, submit identity information and health status for all travelers, and specify any special dietary or accommodation needs.
3. Confirm itinerary details, service content, cost breakdown, etc., with Manager Yang Jia. After mutual agreement, sign a formal travel contract. All agreed terms are subject to the contract, and relevant arrangements comply with contract law, tourism law, and other legal regulations.
4. Pay the corresponding amount as per the contract, and wait for pre-departure notifications after completing the booking.
▪️ Registration Method
Registration can be done through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service.
▪️ Cost and Service Explanation
Included Items:Accommodation costs for the corresponding compartment tier, first-ticket fees for scenic spots indicated in the itinerary, meal costs indicated in the itinerary, local ground transportation transfer fees, tour guide and service staff fees, and basic medical support service fees during the tour.
▪️ Simple ItineraryExcluded Items:Ticket fees for optional scenic spots indicated in the itinerary, additional costs from personal activities or consumption, single supplement for solo travelers (the agency will try to arrange shared accommodation, special cases require separate negotiation), and additional costs due to force majeure.
Notes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signing.
▪️ Advantages of Traveling on the Kunming Tourist Train
Compared to regular tourist trains and conventional tour groups, the Kunming train offers a more friendly travel experience:
Diverse meal options, not only featuring Yunnan specialty dishes but also providing vegetarian and age-friendly meals with mild flavors, catering to different age groups’ dietary needs.
Relaxed itinerary pace, using a night-travel, day-sightseeing model, so you don’t have to rush early each day. Ample sightseeing time daily avoids superficial visits, suitable for leisurely travelers.
Comprehensive support facilities, each trip includes a doctor on board to handle minor health issues. Compartments are equipped with emergency call buttons and age-friendly facilities for peace of mind.
Compatible travel companions, most passengers on this train are like-minded leisurely travelers of similar ages, making it easier to find common topics and creating a more relaxed travel atmosphere.
Currently, the Kunming tourist train offers three different itinerary durations, with specific arrangements as follows: Long-distance transportation is hassle-free, as luggage can stay in the train compartment throughout, eliminating the need to pack and move to hotels at each city, reducing travel fatigue.
▪️ Suitable Travelers
The Kunming tourist train’s itinerary is suitable for various groups:
Retirees, with comprehensive age-friendly facilities, a slow pace, and no need for long car rides, making the trip more comfortable.
Travelers who cannot endure long car rides, as the train runs smoothly, offering a better experience than long-distance buses.
Tourists wanting to visit multiple Yunnan attractions in one go, as the itinerary connects various scenic spots in Southern, Western, and Southwestern Yunnan, saving the hassle of planning transportation.
People who prefer relaxed travel, without needing to book hotels or plan routes, as all arrangements are handled by professionals, allowing you to focus solely on sightseeing.
▪️ Reasons for the Kunming Tourist Train’s Popularity
Since its debut at the end of 2025, the Kunming tourist train has been well-received by many tourists. On one hand, its route design is reasonable, covering diverse Yunnan destinations, from ancient towns to tropical rainforests, volcanic hot springs, and coffee manors, meeting various travel needs. On the other hand, the train’s comfortable facilities and attentive service offer a better experience than regular group tours, while being more hassle-free than independent travel, saving time on itinerary planning and suiting those who want a relaxed trip.
