Kunming tourism special train price route panoramic guide

Dear children! If you plan to travel to Yunnan by the end of 2025 to the beginning of 2026 and want to avoid crowded traffic and enjoy slow travel, the Kunming tourist train is definitely an unmissable choice! You don't have to change cars and hotels frequently, you can lie down and enjoy the scenery all the way, and easily check in to many places in Yunnan and even cross-border attractions. Today, we have compiled a comprehensive price guide for Kunming tourism trains, ranging from affordable affordable affordable lines to luxurious customized high-end lines. You can find suitable choices for different needs, so hurry up and stay!

1、 Main route prices (core selection for Kunming departure)

1. "Kunming" series (cost-effective choice)

If you want to have fun within your budget, the "Kunming" series is definitely the first choice. It can cover popular attractions while also providing comfort. The 10 day and 9 night Yunnan Ring Road can allow you to deeply explore the colorful south.

Yunnan Panoramic Ring Road (10 days and 9 nights): This route starts from Kunming and connects multiple places such as Mengzi, Yuanyang, Jianshui, Tengchong, Lincang, Pu'er, Xishuangbanna, etc., covering more than 10 Yunnan landmarks in one go. The entire journey includes 5 nights of accommodation on the Kunming train and 4 nights of accommodation in a land-based hotel. The accommodation standards are clear: the hotel corresponding to the three person room on AnTu VIP, the Ctrip 4 Diamond hotel in Yuanyang and Pu'er, the Ctrip 5 Diamond hotel in Lincang, and the Ctrip 5 Diamond hot spring hotel in Tengchong; Yuetu quality four bedroom hotels, Yuanyang, Pu'er, and Lincang are Ctrip four diamond hotels, and Tengchong is a Ctrip four diamond hot spring hotel that can meet different needs.

In terms of price, the average price for a triple room on AnTu Zunxiang is 12999 yuan per person, while the average price for a quadruple room on YueTu Quality is 7999 yuan per person. During the Spring Festival holiday in February 2026, the prices of both types of housing will increase by 2000 yuan per person. Friends who want to travel during the Spring Festival should plan their budget in advance.

The details of the trip are extremely rich: on the first day, take the train from Kunming to Mengzi; on the second day, punch in Mengzi Bishe Village, taste the authentic Crossing the bridge noodles, and then go to Yuanyang Terraces to see the magnificent Bada Terraces; On the third day, wake up early to watch the sunrise at Duoyi Tree, stroll through Jianshui Ancient City, Chaoyang Tower, Jianshui Confucian Temple, and even visit Zitao Street Night Market in the evening; On the fourth day, explore Tengchong Volcano Park; On the 5th day, take a stroll in Heshun Ancient Town and visit the Rehai Scenic Area; On the 6th day, I walked into the Lincang Awa Tropical Rainforest sinkhole and participated in the lively Touch You Black Carnival; On the 7th day, visit the primitive village of Wengding and enjoy a special Wa King banquet; On the 8th day, go to Jingmai Mountain in Pu'er to see the millennium old tea garden and Nuogan ancient village; On the 9th day, we played in the Wild Elephant Valley and walked into the Dai village. In the evening, we enjoyed the lively atmosphere at the Starlight Night Market in Gaozhuang; On the 10th day, arrive in Kunming to disband and end the journey.

In the catering, there are 9 breakfasts and 16 dinners. On the train, there are special meals such as Fengshenshui Mushroom Sashimi Platter, Dianhong Tea Flower Steak, etc. On the land, there are also local food such as Tengchong Tongpiao Beef Hotpot, Mengzi Crossing the bridge noodles, Jianshui Steamed Pot Feast, Xishuangbanna Peacock Feast (with Dai singing and dancing performances). The taste buds are not closed all the way.

2. "Starlight Lanmei" series (high-end customized line)

Baozi, who pursues high-quality travel without self payment or shopping, has two 5-day and 4-night routes on the "Starlight Lanmei" with closed eyes, accompanied throughout the journey, without worrying about anything, just enjoying slow time.

Enjoy the slow light of western Yunnan (5 days and 4 nights): This route focuses on Lijiang and Tengchong, emphasizing Naxi culture and comfortable hot springs. Starting from 16888 yuan per person (calculated based on double occupancy, the starting price is the lowest single price among the available departure dates, and the actual price may be adjusted due to departure date, number of people, room type, etc.). There are two room types: Starlight Enjoyment Room (Twin) and Starlight Luxury Room.

Comfortable itinerary: On the first day, arrive in Kunming from various places, take the train to Lijiang, and stay overnight on the train; On the second day, after arriving in Lijiang, we will participate in the Dongba prayer ceremony, eat at Yushuizhai, the Naxi holy land, visit Baisha Ancient Town, and enjoy a special dinner at the restaurant of No. 7 Courtyard in the evening. After dinner, we can also burn bonfires and jump, or go to the Old Town of Lijiang to enjoy the night scenery; On the third day, after arriving in Baoshan, we will head to Tengchong. There are two routes available on that day: A and B. On the A route, we will stay at the Stone Age Hotel, which is one of the top 100 hotels in Asia. The hotel is hidden in Yunfeng Mountain, with unique stone buildings that stand out and can enjoy private soup; Stay at Tengchong Bailian Hotel on Line B, soak in natural hot spring private soup, and also visit Heshun Ancient Town; On the fourth day, I experienced tea picking in Tengchong Dadi Tea Sea, hand-painted packaging of Pu erh tea cakes, surrounded the stove to enjoy Lei Xiang tea, and took a train back to Kunming in the evening; On the 5th day, we arrived in Kunming and received exclusive transportation for our return journey.

The cost includes a wide range of services, including shuttle buses from Kunming Airport or hotels to the train station, accommodation in train rooms of corresponding room types, all meals on the train (breakfast, main course, afternoon tea, late night snacks), as well as coffee, tea, soft drinks, and free drinks. There are also activities and performances such as fragrance tasting, wine tasting, and tea tasting on the train. The itinerary also includes all the reception services (hotel, car, driver, tour guide, tickets, meals) listed in the itinerary, making it a truly all inclusive package.

Lixiang Starlight Classic Exploration Line (5 days and 4 nights): This line connects Kunming, Lijiang, and Shangri La, with a starting price of 16888 yuan per person (also calculated based on double occupancy, prices are affected by factors such as departure date), no self payment or shopping, suitable for friends who want to experience Tibetan culture.

Highlights of the itinerary: On the first day, I took a train from Kunming to Lijiang and stayed on the train; On the second day, you can visit Baisha Ancient Town, dine in Yushuizhai, participate in Dongba prayer, and visit the Old Town of Lijiang after enjoying a special dinner in the evening; On the third day, we went to Shangri La to visit Songtsenlin Temple and experience the rich Tibetan Buddhist atmosphere. We stayed at the Shangri La Indigo Hotel; On the fourth day, experience Tangka painting and personally experience the charm of intangible cultural heritage. In the evening, take a train back to Kunming; On the 5th day, we arrived in Kunming and received a shuttle bus for our return journey.

The cost includes the same lighting as the slow hour in western Yunnan, Kunming shuttle bus pick-up and drop off, train accommodation, full meals (including drinks and drinks on the train), special train activities, and reception inside and outside the train. No extra money is required, making it worry free and comfortable.

2、 Analysis of core price differences

The differences in accommodation, catering, and services of Kunming tourist trains at different price points are clearly visible, and everyone can choose accurately according to their needs:

Quality oriented (such as the Yunnan Circle Line of the Kunming train): Accommodation is a special room type of the Kunming train plus 4-5 diamond land hotels, and some room types are more comfortable to live in; Rich dining options, available from 9am to 16am, with a constant stream of train and land-based specialty dishes, providing a deep experience of Yunnan's culinary culture; There is a local professional tour guide to accompany you throughout the service, responsible for arranging and explaining the itinerary. The price ranges from 7999 to 12999 yuan, suitable for friends who want to deeply explore Yunnan in a comfortable experience and don't want to miss out on local specialties.

High end type (such as the "Starlight Lancang Mekong" series): The accommodation is a luxurious train room on the "Starlight Lancang Mekong", paired with high-end hotels such as Shitouji, Bailian, and Indigo. Some hotels also offer private soup, providing a full living experience; The catering is super thoughtful, including breakfast, main meals, afternoon tea, and late night snacks on the train. Coffee, tea, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages are all included, and there are also special activities such as aroma tasting, wine tasting, and tea tasting. The meals on land are also carefully arranged special meals; The service has high added value, with dedicated shuttle buses from Kunming airport/hotel to train station, no self payment or shopping throughout the journey, and professional team companionship. The price starts from 16888 yuan, suitable for travelers who pursue high quality, want to completely relax, and enjoy exclusive services. Whether it's a couple vacation or a trip with elders, it's very suitable.

3、 Key precautions

Children and elderly policies: Friends who travel with children or accompany the elderly should pay attention to the relevant policies and requirements for both children and the elderly. Understanding the policies in advance can make the trip smoother.

Schedule and booking: There are multiple schedules available from December 2025 to February 2026, and the Spring Festival schedule is popular. It is recommended to book 1-2 months in advance to avoid missing your desired itinerary.

After reading this super detailed guide to Kunming tourist trains, from itinerary, price differences to refund and change rules, does it provide more direction for your trip to Yunnan? Whether you want to spend 7999 yuan on a deep tour of Yunnan or enjoy high-end customized slow travel for 16888 yuan, you can find matching options. If you want to know the specific schedule and room details of a certain route, or have other travel questions, please feel free to leave a message in the comment section; If you have already selected a route, you can also share your travel expectations~Popular routes have tight quotas, so hurry up and take action. We look forward to you on the Kunming tourist train, enjoying a journey full of beautiful memories!

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