Colorful Yunnan Kunming No.5 9 Month Schedule+Route+Price
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Kunming Train Booking Center: 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
🌄 Slow Travel in Yunnan, Sleep Amidst the Scenery – ‘Kunming’ Tourist Train: A New Deep-Experience Choice for 2026
Tired of rushing through attractions and crowded buses? Want to explore the heart of Yunnan in a more relaxed way? In 2026, the ‘Kunming’ tourist train, with its unique ‘travel by day, sleep by night, mobile vacation’ model, has become a new way for families and elderly travelers to discover Yunnan. This train doesn’t chase speed but gives time back to the journey—immerse yourself in ancient cities, rainforests, tea mountains, and border towns during the day, and fall asleep in a smoothly moving carriage at night, waking up to the next scenic spot.
As a themed tourist train approved by the railway department and operated by a professional travel agency, the ‘Kunming’ train features a golden peacock design on its exterior. Departing from the Spring City of Kunming, it runs a full loop within Yunnan Province, connecting multiple cultural and natural destinations in central, southern, and western Yunnan. The carriages have been specially modified to combine accommodation, dining, and cultural experiences, earning it the nickname ‘a moving resort hotel’ from many travelers.
📍 Route and Destination Highlights
The ‘Kunming’ train is not just an ordinary train but a flowing cultural journey through Yunnan. Depending on the itinerary length, three main routes cover the purple clay culture of Jianshui Ancient City, the century-old Yunnan-Vietnam Railway memories of Mengzi’s Bisezhai, the border scenery of Hekou, the tropical plant kingdom of Xishuangbanna, the ancient Tea Horse Road in Pu’er, the volcanic hot springs of Tengchong, the cliff paintings and primitive villages of Cangyuan, and the Nanzhao heritage of Weishan in Dali.
Jianshui:A national historical and cultural city with over 1,200 years of history. Its Confucian Temple is second only to Qufu in scale, and the ancient city layout is well-preserved.
Bisezhai:Filming location for the movie ‘Youth,’ one of China’s earliest customs houses, with French-style buildings witnessing the prosperity of the modern Yunnan-Vietnam Railway.
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden:China’s largest botanical garden with the richest collection of species. The Victoria lily pond and palm garden are captivating.
Pu’er Ancient Tea Horse Road Relics Park:Revives the horse caravan culture, offering tea-making and tasting experiences to feel the origin charm of ‘Tea from Yunnan.’
Shaxi Ancient Town:One of the best-preserved ancient markets on the Tea Horse Road, peaceful and rustic, recently a popular spot for artistic living.
Tengchong Rehai and Beihai Wetland:Geothermal wonders coexist with plateau lakes, combining hot spring therapy with ecological birdwatching.
🌄 Slow Travel in Yunnan, Sleep Amidst the Scenery – ‘Kunming’ Tourist Train: A New Deep-Experience Choice for 2026Cangyuan Cliff Paintings and Wengding Village:Kilometer-long prehistoric rock paintings and traditional villages showcase the deep cultural heritage of the southwestern border.
All itineraries avoid peak hours of regular tour groups, focusing on experience and a relaxed pace, suitable for travelers wanting to deeply understand Yunnan’s diverse landscapes and cultures.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Based on Our Company’s Final Draft)
Route 1:Explore Spring Town and Yunnan Charm 6 Days 5 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
D1 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple → Jianshui Ancient City → Shuanglong Bridge
D2 Mengzi → Hekou, Bisezhai → Border Customs Scenery → Old Customs Site → 1903 Old Hekou Station
D3 Hekou → Xishuangbanna, Tropical Botanical Garden
D4 Xishuangbanna → Pu’er, Ancient Tea Horse Road Relics Park
D5 Heqing → Eryuan, Shizhongshan Grottoes (Optional, ticket at own expense) → Shaxi Ancient Town
D6 Eryuan → Weishan → Dali (Drop-off) → Kunming, Weishan Ancient City
Route 2:Seven Views of Yunnan 7 Days 6 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
Tired of rushing through attractions and crowded buses? Want to explore the heart of Yunnan in a more relaxed way? In 2026, the ‘Kunming’ tourist train, with its unique ‘travel by day, sleep by night, mobile vacation’ model, has become a new way for families and elderly travelers to discover Yunnan. This train doesn’t chase speed but gives time back to the journey—immerse yourself in ancient cities, rainforests, tea mountains, and border towns during the day, and fall asleep in a smoothly moving carriage at night, waking up to the next scenic spot.D1 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple → Jianshui Ancient City → Shuanglong Bridge
D2 Mengzi → Hekou, Bisezhai → Border Customs Scenery → Old Customs Site → 1903 Old Hekou Station
D3 Hekou → Xishuangbanna, Tropical Botanical Garden → Gaozhuang Night Market (Optional, no ticket needed)
D4 Xishuangbanna → Pu’er, Ancient Tea Horse Road Relics 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
Route 3:Lie Down and View Yunnan 9 Days 8 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
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
Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency Tourism Booking Center Manager: Wang Fei 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
As a themed tourist train approved by the railway department and operated by a professional travel agency, the ‘Kunming’ train features a golden peacock design on its exterior. Departing from the Spring City of Kunming, it runs a full loop within Yunnan Province, connecting multiple cultural and natural destinations in central, southern, and western Yunnan. The carriages have been specially modified to combine accommodation, dining, and cultural experiences, earning it the nickname ‘a moving resort hotel’ from many travelers. D5 Lincang → Cangyuan, Awa Tropical Rainforest Tiankeng → Kilometer-long Cliff Painting Corridor → Monihei Carnival
D6 Cangyuan → Lincang, Wengding Primitive Tribal Village
D7 Pu’er, Wild Duck Pond Coffee Estate → Ancient Tea Horse Road Relics Park → Tea Horse Town → Pu’er Hotel
D8 Pu’er → Xishuangbanna, Wild Elephant Valley → Gaozhuang Xishuangjing (Starlight Night Market)
D9 Xishuangbanna → Kunming, Return Home
> Note:Some attractions in the itinerary are optional; participation and ticket costs depend on actual arrangements. Due to uncontrollable factors like weather, traffic, and attraction openings, reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made by mutual agreement.
💰 Price Description (Based on Our Company’s Final Draft)
Route 1:Explore Spring Town and Yunnan Charm 6 Days 5 Nights
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
📍 Route and Destination HighlightsRoute 2:Seven Views of Yunnan 7 Days 6 Nights
Departure 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
Route 3:Lie Down and View Yunnan 9 Days 8 Nights
First Batch 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 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 Dates:October 1
Antu Premium:Adult 14999 RMB/person, Child 7999 RMB/person; Yuetu Quality: Adult 7999 RMB/person, Child 4500 RMB/person
The ‘Kunming’ train is not just an ordinary train but a flowing cultural journey through Yunnan. Depending on the itinerary length, three main routes cover the purple clay culture of Jianshui Ancient City, the century-old Yunnan-Vietnam Railway memories of Mengzi’s Bisezhai, the border scenery of Hekou, the tropical plant kingdom of Xishuangbanna, the ancient Tea Horse Road in Pu’er, the volcanic hot springs of Tengchong, the cliff paintings and primitive villages of Cangyuan, and the Nanzhao heritage of Weishan in Dali.> The above prices are reference ranges; specific costs, availability, and room arrangements are subject to the signed travel contract and may vary by departure.
🛏 ️ Service and Cost Description
The train offers two room types:
Antu Premium:3 people/room, approx. 12㎡, equipped with separate wet-dry bathroom, multifunctional sofa bed, blackout curtains, reading light, and emergency call system, suitable for families or friends valuing privacy and comfort.
Yuetu Quality:4 people/room (bunk beds), approx. 10㎡, each bunk with USB charging port and blackout curtains, shared bathrooms at carriage ends, clean and convenient, good value.
The train features a ‘Colorful Cloud Dining Car’ serving Yunnan specialties like cross-bridge rice noodles, steam pot chicken, and Pu’er tea feasts; the multifunctional carriage serves as a restaurant by day and hosts intangible cultural heritage workshops like Jiama rubbing and Wacat DIY at night. A train butler and service team accompany the entire journey, providing meticulous service.
Cost includes round-trip transportation (train segment), accommodation, first admission tickets for listed attractions, meals, and activity experiences. Optional items, personal expenses, (single room upgrades if needed), and other exclusions should be confirmed at registration. Specific services are subject to actual consultation and contract.
📞 Registration Method
Register and consult through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency.
Contact:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address details available by contacting customer service)
Boarding the ‘Kunming’ train is not about reaching a destination but making the journey itself the scenery. In 2026, slow down and encounter a more relaxed Yunnan between the rails and landscapes.
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