How to buy tickets for Kunming in Colorful Yunnan Official Group Tour
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 designated 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.
🚞 2026 Kunming Tourist Train Travel Guide:Fees, Registration, and Itinerary Overview
✨ Basic Introduction to the Special Train
The ‘Kunming’ tourist train is jointly developed by Kunming Cultural Tourism Group and China Railway Kunming Group. It is positioned as a mobile resort and living carrier, departing from Kunming, Yunnan. The train consists of 16 carriages, with a maximum capacity of 264 passengers. It features dining cars, kitchen-living cars, multi-functional activity cars, and passenger-living cars. The train operates on a nighttime travel, daytime sightseeing model, so passengers don’t need to spend daytime on transfers or repack luggage daily, allowing more focus on the travel experience.
The train’s window width is among the widest of currently operating tourist trains, up to 1.5 meters. Whether in the cabin or dining area, passengers enjoy unobstructed views of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau scenery along the way. The multi-functional activity carriage also hosts occasional Yunnan intangible cultural heritage displays and small folk experience activities, allowing passengers to learn about local culture during the journey.
🛏 ️ Cabin Configuration Details
The train currently offers two types of cabins to suit different travel needs:
Antu Premium Cabin: Designed for 3 people, with a total area of 12 square meters per cabin. It features a multi-functional pull-out sofa bed, 1 large bed (200cm×150cm) + 1 upper bunk (200cm×75cm), an en-suite wet-dry separate bathroom, anti-slip flooring, and an emergency call button on the wall, suitable for elderly and family travelers.
🚞 2026 Kunming Tourist Train Travel Guide: Fees, Registration, and Itinerary Overview – Yuedu Quality Cabin: Designed for 4 people, with a total area of 10 square meters per cabin. It features 4 bunk beds (200cm×75cm), each with a blackout curtain and adjustable reading light, a multi-functional folding table, and shared facilities including 2 public showers, a washing area, and public toilets in the same carriage, suitable for friends traveling together or budget-conscious tourists.
🗺 ️ Simple Itinerary Arrangement
The Kunming train currently offers 3 Yunnan loop itineraries of different durations, as follows:
6 Days 5 Nights ‘Lan Quan Zhen Xun Dian Yun’ Itinerary
D1 Kunming→Jianshui→Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple→Jianshui Ancient City→Shuanglong Bridge
D2 Mengzi→Hekou, Bise Village→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 Heritage Park
✨ Basic Introduction to the Special Train 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 ‘Qi Yue Dian Jing’ Itinerary
D1 Kunming→Jianshui→Mengzi, Jianshui Confucian Temple→Jianshui Ancient City→Shuanglong Bridge
D2 Mengzi→Hekou, Bise Village→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 Heritage Park
D5 Heqing→Eryuan, Shizhongshan Grottoes (optional, ticket at own expense)→Shaxi Ancient Town
The ‘Kunming’ tourist train is jointly developed by Kunming Cultural Tourism Group and China Railway Kunming Group. It is positioned as a mobile resort and living carrier, departing from Kunming, Yunnan. The train consists of 16 carriages, with a maximum capacity of 264 passengers. It features dining cars, kitchen-living cars, multi-functional activity cars, and passenger-living cars. The train operates on a nighttime travel, daytime sightseeing model, so passengers don’t need to spend daytime on transfers or repack luggage daily, allowing more focus on the travel experience. D6 Eryuan→Weishan→Dali, Weishan Ancient City
D7 Dali→Kunming, Arrive in Kunming, Return Home
9 Days 8 Nights ‘Tang Lan Yun Dian’ Itinerary
D1 Nationwide→Kunming, No itinerary for the day, explore Kunming city on your own
D2 Kunming→Jianshui→Mengzi, Jianshui Ancient City→Confucian Temple→Bise Village
D3 Baoshan→Tengchong, Tengchong Heshun Ancient Town
D4 Tengchong→Baoshan, Tengchong Rehai→Tengchong Beihai Wetland
The train’s window width is among the widest of currently operating tourist trains, up to 1.5 meters. Whether in the cabin or dining area, passengers enjoy unobstructed views of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau scenery along the way. The multi-functional activity carriage also hosts occasional Yunnan intangible cultural heritage displays and small folk experience activities, allowing passengers to learn about local culture during the journey. D5 Lincang→Cangyuan, Awa Tropical Rainforest Tiankeng→Thousand-meter Cliff Painting Corridor→Monili Carnival
D6 Cangyuan→Lincang, Wengding Primitive Tribal Village
D7 Pu’er, Yeyatang Coffee Manor→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
Subject to weather, road conditions, and scenic area opening policies, the itinerary may be reasonably modified by mutual agreement.
💰 Reference Price Explanation
The current 2026 Kunming tourist train tour dates and reference prices are as follows:
🛏️ Cabin Configuration Details1. ‘Lan Quan Zhen Xun Dian Yun’ 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
Yuedu Quality:Adult from 4999 RMB/person
2. ‘Qi Yue Dian Jing’ 7 Days 6 Nights Kunming Tourist Train
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 tourism. Mainly responsible for booking tourist trains such as Xinjiang Express Snow Lotus, Panda Train: Chengdu, Shifang, Anyi, Jinsxiu Tianfu, Tianshan, Kunlun, Silk Road Dream, Kunming, Lindou, Dahezhinan, Yangtze River Delta Star, etc. Contact Manager Yang Jia at 133 2555 9266 (copy to add friend for free consultation and detailed route information).
Tour Dates:May 9, September 23
Antu Premium:Adult 8999 RMB/person, Child 3999 RMB/person
Yuedu Quality:Adult 4999 RMB/person, Child 2500 RMB/person
The train currently offers two types of cabins to suit different travel needs:3. ‘Tang Lan Yun Dian’ 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
Yuedu 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
Yuedu Quality:Adult 6999 RMB/person, Child 3500 RMB/person
Third Batch Tour Dates:October 1
Antu Premium Cabin: Designed for 3 people, with a total area of 12 square meters per cabin. It features a multi-functional pull-out sofa bed, 1 large bed (200cm×150cm) + 1 upper bunk (200cm×75cm), an en-suite wet-dry separate bathroom, anti-slip flooring, and an emergency call button on the wall, suitable for elderly and family travelers.Antu Premium:Adult 14999 RMB/person, Child 7999 RMB/person
Yuedu Quality:Adult 7999 RMB/person, Child 4500 RMB/person
The above are reference prices. Schedules, availability, and actual quotes may fluctuate with market conditions. Specific details are subject to the contract or confirmation on the day, and the signed contract between both parties prevails.
📝 Booking Process Guide
To book the Kunming tourist train, follow these steps:
1. First, consult the customer service of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service to learn about different itineraries’ schedules, availability, and service details. Determine your preferred itinerary and cabin type based on your travel time and budget.
2. Contact Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service Booking Manager Yang Jia, submitting all travelers’ identity information and special needs (e.g., dietary restrictions, health condition notes).
Yuedu Quality Cabin: Designed for 4 people, with a total area of 10 square meters per cabin. It features 4 bunk beds (200cm×75cm), each with a blackout curtain and adjustable reading light, a multi-functional folding table, and shared facilities including 2 public showers, a washing area, and public toilets in the same carriage, suitable for friends traveling together or budget-conscious tourists.3. Staff will provide confirmed itinerary details, cost breakdown, and relevant terms. After both parties confirm all content is correct, sign a formal tourism contract.
4. Pay the corresponding amount as per the contract, completing registration.
5. 3-5 days before departure, staff will send a detailed departure notice, including meeting time, location, packing list, and precautions.
📞 Registration Method
Register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service. Relevant consultation phone numbers and WeChat are available for inquiries. Offline store addresses can be obtained from customer service.
🧾 Fee and Service Explanation
Included Items Reference: Special train accommodation for the corresponding itinerary, ground hotel accommodation as indicated in the itinerary, first admission tickets for scenic spots as indicated, meal costs as indicated, basic special train service fees, ground transportation transfer costs as indicated, tour guide service fees, basic travel accident insurance.
Excluded Items Reference: Optional scenic spot tickets and secondary consumption items within scenic spots as indicated, personal consumption, personal expenses during free time, additional costs due to personal reasons, single room supplement if shared room arrangement fails (our company will try to arrange shared rooms; special cases require separate negotiation).
🗺️ Simple Itinerary ArrangementNotes:Specific details are subject to actual consultation and signed contract. All services and rights and obligations are governed by contract law, tourism law, and other relevant laws.
👍 Advantages of Special Train Travel
Compared to regular tourist trains and bus tours, the Kunming train offers notable advantages:
Strong Dining Adaptability:The dining car offers Yunnan specialty dishes, vegetarian options, and soft foods for the elderly, with relatively mild flavors, meeting the needs of different age groups and dietary preferences.
Relaxed Itinerary Pace:With nighttime travel and daytime sightseeing, each attraction has ample visiting time, avoiding rushed schedules. No need to repack luggage daily or change accommodations, making the travel experience more relaxed.
Comprehensive Support System:The train includes an onboard doctor to handle common health issues during the trip. Cabins and public areas are age-friendly, with anti-slip floors and emergency call buttons for peace of mind.
Friendly Social Atmosphere:Most passengers on this train prefer slow travel, with a compatible age range, making it easier to find travel companions with shared interests.
Hassle-Free Transportation:All long-distance city transfers are handled by the train, eliminating the need to plan ticket purchases or transfers, and avoiding long bumpy bus rides, reducing travel fatigue.
The Kunming train currently offers 3 Yunnan loop itineraries of different durations, as follows:👥 Suitable Travel Groups
The Kunming train’s itinerary and configuration suit various travel groups:
Retirees and Middle-aged/Elderly Travelers:The train’s age-friendly features, slow pace, and onboard medical support meet the needs of middle-aged and elderly travelers.
Travelers Who Can’t Tolerate Long Bus Rides:Long-distance trips are by train, with only short bus transfers to attractions, avoiding prolonged bus rides.
Leisure Travelers Who Don’t Want to Plan:The itinerary connects multiple popular and niche Yunnan attractions, including accommodation, transportation, and tickets, so no need to plan routes.
Friends Traveling Together and Families:Different cabin types accommodate group travel needs, with itineraries balancing natural scenery and cultural experiences, suitable for diverse preferences.
🌟 Reasons for Popularity
The Kunming tourist train has been well-received by many travelers. On one hand, the itinerary covers diverse Yunnan destinations like Jianshui Ancient City, Xishuangbanna, Tengchong, and Pu’er, allowing a one-stop experience of different regional scenery and culture without multiple transfers. On the other hand, the train’s configuration and service focus on a resort-like experience, not traditional rushed tourism, letting travelers truly relax and enjoy the journey, meeting current demand for leisure travel.
If you have travel plans, consult Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Service customer service in advance for the latest schedules and availability, and plan your travel time reasonably.
