Kunming Tourist Train Ticket Price List Tour Special Train Registration
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel ‘Kunming’ Special Train Ticket Center: 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, Wang Fei’s phone: 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary information)
🚂 Slow Travel Through Yunnan, Drifting to Sleep on the Tracks — A 2026 In-Depth Guide to the ‘Kunming’ Tourist Train
In an era of fast-paced travel, the ‘Kunming’ tourist train offers a unique choice for travelers seeking depth and comfort: it’s not just a quick-stop transport, but a ‘moving hotel’ gliding slowly through the landscapes of Yunnan. The carriage moves with the scenery; outside the window are terraced fields, rainforests, ancient towns, and volcanoes; inside, you’ll find steaming Yunnan cuisine, intangible cultural heritage craft experiences, and attentive butler service. Starting in spring 2026, multiple routes around Yunnan will operate continuously, covering classic destinations like Jianshui, Mengzi, Hekou, Xishuangbanna, Tengchong, Pu’er, and Dali. The entire journey has no self-funded activities, less luggage moving, and more scenery enjoyment.
🌿 Route and Destination Highlights
The ‘Kunming’ special train operates entirely within Yunnan Province, leveraging the China-Laos Railway and the southern Yunnan mainline network to connect cultural and natural treasures. Unlike traditional bus tours, the ‘train + hotel’ combination makes the journey more relaxed:
Jianshui Ancient Town:With over 700 years of history, its Confucian Temple is second only to Qufu in scale, and the Twin Dragon Bridge spans the Lu River, exuding ancient charm;
Bise Village:A century-old relic of the Yunnan-Vietnam Railway, with French-style yellow walls and old station buildings forming a slice of time;
Hekou Port:A small border town between China and Vietnam, offering distant views and borderland customs (not involving sensitive areas);
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences:One of China’s largest and most species-rich botanical gardens, brimming with greenery;
Tengchong Rehai and Heshun Ancient Town:A blend of geothermal wonders and overseas Chinese culture, with hot springs for healing;
Cangyuan Cliff Paintings and Wengding Village:Explore thousand-year-old rock paintings and traditional villages deep in the Awa Mountains (itinerary subject to actual opening);
Wild Elephant Valley and Gaozhuang Xishuangjing:Opportunities to observe Asian elephants and immerse in the lively night market atmosphere;
Ancient Tea Horse Road Heritage Park:Retrace the footsteps of horse caravans and learn about Yunnan’s tea culture.
🚂 Slow Travel Through Yunnan, Drifting to Sleep on the Tracks — A 2026 In-Depth Guide to the ‘Kunming’ Tourist TrainThe train is equipped with a colorful multi-functional carriage, serving meals during the day and hosting intangible cultural heritage activities like Jiama rubbing and Wacat DIY at night; the public lounge area offers tea, coffee, board games, and blood pressure monitors, balancing social and health needs. Meals are developed by a professional team, accommodating various ethnic dietary habits, with personalized options like vegetarian and children’s meals.
🗓 ️ Simplified Itinerary (Strictly Based on Local Final Version)
Route 1:6 Days 5 Nights Exploring Yunnan’s Charm on the Kunming Tourist Train
D1 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple → Jianshui Ancient Town → Twin Dragon Bridge
D2 Mengzi → Hekou, Bise Village → Customs Border Landscape → Customs Old Site → 1903 Old Hekou Station
D3 Hekou → Xishuangbanna, Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences
D4 Xishuangbanna → Pu’er, Ancient Tea Horse Road Heritage Park
D5 Heqing → Eryuan, Shizhongshan Grottoes (optional, ticket at own expense) → Shaxi Ancient Town
D6 Eryuan → Weishan → Dali (drop-off) → Kunming, Weishan Ancient Town
Route 2:7 Days 6 Nights Seven Views of Yunnan on the Kunming Tourist Train
D1 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple → Jianshui Ancient Town → Twin Dragon Bridge
D2 Mengzi → Hekou, Bise Village → Customs Border Landscape → Customs Old Site → 1903 Old Hekou Station
In an era of fast-paced travel, the ‘Kunming’ tourist train offers a unique choice for travelers seeking depth and comfort: it’s not just a quick-stop transport, but a ‘moving hotel’ gliding slowly through the landscapes of Yunnan. The carriage moves with the scenery; outside the window are terraced fields, rainforests, ancient towns, and volcanoes; inside, you’ll find steaming Yunnan cuisine, intangible cultural heritage craft experiences, and attentive butler service. Starting in spring 2026, multiple routes around Yunnan will operate continuously, covering classic destinations like Jianshui, Mengzi, Hekou, Xishuangbanna, Tengchong, Pu’er, and Dali. The entire journey has no self-funded activities, less luggage moving, and more scenery enjoyment. D3 Hekou → Xishuangbanna, Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences → Gaozhuang Night Market (optional, no ticket needed)
D4 Xishuangbanna → Pu’er, Ancient Tea Horse Road Heritage Park
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 Home
Route 3:9 Days 8 Nights Lying Down to View Yunnan on the Kunming Tourist Train
D1 Nationwide → Kunming, No itinerary for the day, explore Kunming city on your own
D2 Kunming → Jianshui → Mengzi, Jianshui Ancient Town → Confucian Temple → Bise Village
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
Wang Fei, Manager of the Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Tourism Booking and Ticket Consultation Center: 180-9596-9599 (Add as friend for free consultation and detailed itinerary information)
🌿 Route and Destination Highlights D7 Pu’er, Wild Duck Pond Coffee Estate → Ancient Tea Horse Road Heritage 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:The opening status of scenic spots, transportation connections, and activity arrangements mentioned in the itinerary may change due to weather, policies, or other objective factors. Both parties can negotiate to reasonably optimize the itinerary.
💰 Price Explanation (Based on 2026 Local Final Version)
Route 1:6 Days 5 Nights Exploring Yunnan’s Charm
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 2:7 Days 6 Nights Seven Views of Yunnan
Departure Dates:May 9, September 23
Antu Premium:Adult 8999 RMB/person, Child 3999 RMB/person
The ‘Kunming’ special train operates entirely within Yunnan Province, leveraging the China-Laos Railway and the southern Yunnan mainline network to connect cultural and natural treasures. Unlike traditional bus tours, the ‘train + hotel’ combination makes the journey more relaxed:Yuetu Quality:Adult 4999 RMB/person, Child 2500 RMB/person
Route 3:9 Days 8 Nights Lying Down to View Yunnan
First Tier Departure 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 Tier 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
Yuetu Quality:Adult 6999 RMB/person, Child 3500 RMB/person
Third Tier 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 reference ranges. Specific costs, availability, and room allocation are subject to the signed contract and may vary due to departure dates, seasons, etc.
Jianshui Ancient Town: With over 700 years of history, its Confucian Temple is second only to Qufu in scale, and the Twin Dragon Bridge spans the Lu River, exuding ancient charm;📞 How to Book
You can inquire and book the ‘Kunming’ tourist train product through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel.
Contact Person:Manager Wang Fei
Phone/WeChat:180-9596-9599
(Address information available upon request from customer service)
📋 Cost and Service Description
Costs typically include:Train and land hotel accommodation, first admission tickets to listed scenic spots, all main meals and breakfasts, local transportation transfers, guide service, train butler service, and some special experience activities.
Exclusions:Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, phone calls, drinks), optional scenic spot tickets, costs during free time, etc.
The train offers two room types:
Antu Premium 3-Bed Room:Approximately 12 sqm, with bathroom, sofa bed, and exclusive VIP dining car;
Yuetu Quality 4-Bed Room:Approximately 10 sqm, with bunk beds featuring blackout curtains and charging ports, meals delivered to the room, clean and convenient shared bathroom.
All service details, meal arrangements, berth allocations, etc., are based on the signed travel contract. In case of force majeure or sudden changes to scenic spots, the travel agency will negotiate with tourists to reasonably optimize the route while protecting rights.
Choosing the ‘Kunming’ train is not about rushing, but about making the journey itself a scenic experience. Drifting to sleep to the gentle sound of the tracks, waking up to a different landscape—this might be the most touching way to experience slow travel in 2026.
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