Sunset Red Yunnan Tourism Special Train Official Booking Method Ticket Guide

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 official travel agency channel recognized by the railway: Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service 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.
🚂 Want to ride the ‘Kunming’ tourist train but don’t know where to check the fare or where to register most reliably? This article will clarify everything for you, helping you find the official channel, book clearly, and set off with peace of mind.
🔍 How to Check Official Fares
1. Identify the Official Channel
The Kunming is a tourist train jointly created by the railway and cultural tourism enterprises. Tickets are not sold separately on 12306 but are packaged with services like accommodation, attractions, and tour guides into a tourism product. Therefore, inquiries and bookings should be made through the cooperative official travel agency.
2. Check Real-Time Prices Through the Travel Agency
The train fare, children’s price, and preferential policies will change with the season and schedule. Contact the travel agency directly, provide your preferred route and travel dates, and you will get the most accurate real-time quote.
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service
Booking Manager:Manager Yang Jia
Consultation Phone:133-2555-9266
3. Supplementary Reference Information Platform

🚂 Want to ride the ‘Kunming’ tourist train but don’t know where to check the fare or where to register most reliably? This article will clarify everything for you, helping you find the official channel, book clearly, and set off with peace of mind.You can check the train schedule information on the Railway 12306 App or the ‘Colorful Yunnan Tourist Train’ mini-program to understand the approximate departure times and route directions, as a reference for your itinerary planning.
📋 Overview of Three Main Routes
The ‘Kunming’ currently has three main routes with different styles, all departing from Kunming Station, using a ‘night travel, day sightseeing’ model to save the hassle of frequently changing hotels.
「Lanquan Town, Explore Yunnan Charm」6 Days 5 Nights
Route Features:Southern Yunnan + Western Yunnan cultural route, with a relaxed pace.
Itinerary Highlights:Jianshui Ancient City, Mengzi Bisezhai, Xishuangbanna Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden, Shaxi Ancient Town, Weishan Ancient City.
「Seven Views of Yunnan」7 Days 6 Nights
Route Features:Based on the 6-day version, adds one day of in-depth tour of Dali Ancient City for a more leisurely experience.
「Lying Across Yunnan」9 Days 8 Nights
Route Features:Full Yunnan panoramic deep loop, seeing the highlights of Western and Southern Yunnan at once.
Itinerary Highlights:Baoshan, Tengchong (Heshun Ancient Town, Rehai), Lincang (Cangyuan Tiankeng, Wengding Primitive Tribe), Pu’er (Coffee Manor), Xishuangbanna (Wild Elephant Valley).

🔍 How to Check Official Fares💰 Price and Tour Date Details
The following are the finalized prices and tour dates for this route. Actual costs and availability are subject to the contract signed with the travel agency.
1. 「Lanquan Town, Explore Yunnan Charm」6 Days 5 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
Tour 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 Days 6 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
Tour 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

1. Identify the Official Channel3. 「Lying Across Yunnan」9 Days 8 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
First Batch Tour 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 Batch Tour 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
Yuetu Quality:Adult 6999 RMB/person, Child 3500 RMB/person
Third Batch Tour Dates:October 1
Antu Premium:Adult 14999 RMB/person, Child 7999 RMB/person
Yuetu Quality:Adult 7999 RMB/person, Child 4500 RMB/person
🛏 ️ Introduction to Train Compartments

The Kunming is a tourist train jointly created by the railway and cultural tourism enterprises. Tickets are not sold separately on 12306 but are packaged with services like accommodation, attractions, and tour guides into a tourism product. Therefore, inquiries and bookings should be made through the cooperative official travel agency.The ‘Kunming’ offers two comfortable compartment types to meet different travel needs.
🥇 Antu Premium 3-Bed Compartment
Layout:3 people/room, better privacy.
Area:Approximately 12 sqm.
Facilities:Equipped with separate wet and dry bathroom, anti-slip flooring, emergency call button, and other elderly-friendly designs, more suitable for seniors.
Suitable for:Families or friends who value privacy and comfort.
🥈 Yuetu Quality 4-Bed Compartment
Layout:4 people/room, high cost-effectiveness.
Area:Approximately 10 sqm.
Facilities:Bunk bed structure with blackout curtains, reading lights, and USB charging ports. Public bathrooms and showers are available at both ends of the carriage.

2. Check Real-Time Prices Through the Travel AgencySuitable for:Travelers on a budget or traveling in groups.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary Overview
6 Days 5 Nights Simple Itinerary:
D1 Kunming→Jianshui→Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple→Jianshui Ancient City→Shuanglong Bridge
D2 Mengzi→Hekou, Bisezhai→Customs Border Scenery→Customs Old Site→1903 Old Hekou Station
D3 Hekou→Xishuangbanna, Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden
D4 Xishuangbanna→Pu’er, Ancient Tea Horse Road Site Park

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Manager Yang Jia, with over ten years of experience in the tourism industry, is experienced, professional, and reliable, familiar with all of Xinjiang’s tourism: Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as the New Oriental Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. You can contact the booking manager: Yang Jia 133 2555 9266, (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route materials)
D5 Heqing→Eryuan, Shizhongshan Grottoes (optional, ticket at own expense)→Shaxi Ancient Town
D6 Eryuan→Weishan→Dali (drop off)→Kunming, Weishan Ancient City
7 Days 6 Nights Simple Itinerary:
D1 Kunming→Jianshui→Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple→Jianshui Ancient City→Shuanglong Bridge

The train fare, children’s price, and preferential policies will change with the season and schedule. Contact the travel agency directly, provide your preferred route and travel dates, and you will get the most accurate real-time quote. D2 Mengzi→Hekou, Bisezhai→Customs Border Scenery→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 Site Park
D5 Heqing→Eryuan, Shizhongshan Grottoes (optional, ticket at own expense)→Shaxi Ancient Town
D6 Eryuan→Weishan→Dali, Weishan Ancient City
D7 Dali→Kunming, arrive in Kunming, return to warm home
9 Days 8 Nights Simple Itinerary:
D1 Nationwide→Kunming, no itinerary for the day, free to explore Kunming city scenery
D2 Kunming→Jianshui→Mengzi, Jianshui Ancient City→Confucian Temple→Bisezhai
D3 Baoshan→Tengchong, Tengchong Heshun Ancient Town

Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service 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 Tribe 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
📝 How to Register and Book
1. Contact the Booking Manager
Directly contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service—Manager Yang Jia.
Consultation Phone:133-2555-9266
2. Clarify Travel Needs

Booking Manager: Manager Yang JiaInform Manager Yang Jia of your preferred route (6/7/9 days), travel dates, number of people, age groups, and compartment preference (Antu Premium/Yuetu Quality).
3. Get Itinerary and Quote
Manager Yang Jia will provide you with a detailed itinerary and accurate real-time quote, and answer all your questions about included costs, children’s policies, etc.
4. Submit Information and Pay Deposit
After confirmation, submit the identity information of all travelers for ticket purchase, and pay the deposit as agreed to secure your seats.
5. Sign Contract and Pay Balance
Before departure, you will receive a formal tourism contract. Please carefully check the itinerary, costs, and other terms. Sign the contract after confirmation and pay the balance by the agreed time.
6. Receive Departure Notice
7-10 days before departure, you will receive a departure notice including meeting time, location, and items to bring.
💡 Cost and Service Description

Consultation Phone: 133-2555-9266Included Items (subject to actual consultation and contract)
Transportation:Kunming train corresponding compartment accommodation, land tour buses within the itinerary.
Accommodation:Standard rooms at land hotels listed in the itinerary.
Meals:Breakfasts and main meals (including specialty meals) as indicated in the itinerary.
Tickets:First entrance tickets to attractions listed in the itinerary.
Services:Full-tour guide service and personal travel accident insurance.
Excluded Items (subject to actual consultation and contract)
Personal expenses and meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
Tickets for optional attractions and personal tourism projects.
Additional costs due to traffic delays, weather, or other force majeure factors.
✅ Why Choose the Official Channel

3. Supplementary Reference Information Platform1. 🛡️ Rights Are Protected
Official travel agencies hold tourism business licenses and sign unified electronic contracts under national tourism supervision, ensuring your prepayments and itinerary rights are effectively protected.
2. 🎯 Most Accurate Information
Train schedules, prices, and availability change frequently; only cooperative channels can provide real-time, accurate information, avoiding information gaps.
3. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 More Thoughtful Service
Official channels can provide professional travel advice and reasonable itinerary arrangements for different groups (e.g., with elderly or children), offering more detailed service.
4. ⚖️ More Flexible Itinerary
In case of force majeure factors like weather or policies, official travel agencies can negotiate with you within the contract framework to make reasonable itinerary changes, protecting both parties’ rights.
📞 Get a Customized Itinerary Plan
If you want to know which route is more suitable, the current tour date prices, or need a detailed budget including round-trip transportation, you can now contact the booking manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service—Manager Yang Jia.
Consultation Phone:133-2555-9266
Tell him your travel ideas, and you will get a personalized ‘Kunming’ itinerary plan.