Have you ever dreamed of this:

A train winding through emerald hills and crystal waters.

By day, wandering ancient towns across borders. By night, lulled to sleep by the rhythm of the rails.

Journey south through China and Laos, and discover four captivating cities.

Now, the dream is real —

"Colorful Yunnan · Kunming" is here!

At the 2025 First International Travel Services Conference in Sanya, China unveiled its first premier cross-border tourist train – the "Colorful Yunnan · Kunming." Hailed as a "Rolling Cultural Hotel," this train represents both a national pilot project integrating transportation prowess with cultural tourism and an innovative benchmark for cross-border travel under the Belt & Road Initiative.

One Train, Two Journeys: China-Laos Route & Yunnan Loop

1.China-Laos Railway (7D6N)

Departing: December 3, 2025

Setting off from Kunming, journeying southward:

Xishuangbanna: Explore tropical botanical gardens and join the Dai Water-Splashing Festival, and dive into the Peacock of Pindehong.

Luang Prabang: Partake in the morning alms-giving ritual and embark on a scenic cruise along the Mekong River.

Vang Vieng: Glide on a long-tail boat down the Nam Song River and soar high in a hot air balloon for views of the karst landscape.

Vientiane: Visit the National Museum and experience the captivating cultural charm of Laos.

2.Yunnan Loop (10D9N)

This journey connects the best of Yunnan — Kunming, Mengzi, Yuanyang, Jianshui, Tengchong, Lincang, Pu'er, Xishuangbanna — offering an immersive experience into what is known as “There is a lifestyle called Yunnan.”
Journey from the southern terraces to the tropical rainforests, from bustling ancient towns to tranquil hot spring retreats. Every mile reveals a new landscape, and every moment embodies life well-lived.

Home on Rails: Where Comfort Meets Culture

Train Configuration & Accommodations: The train features 16 carriages with only 264 seats, ensuring a spacious and comfortable journey. You can choose from two room types:

Antu Premium Triple Room: Equipped with a private bathroom featuring separate wet and dry areas, non-slip flooring, and elderly-friendly facilities, creating a secure and convenient private space.

Yuetu Classic Quad Room: Fitted with blackout curtains, reading lights, and shared bathroom facilities, balancing comfort and practicality.

Hassle-Free Travel: With an all-inclusive package covering transport, accommodation, meals, tickets, and experiences, you can truly unwind from the moment you board and immerse yourself in the journey.

Journey Highlights: The "Colorful Yunnan Multi-functional carriage" serves diverse meals including local Yunnan specialties, vegetarian options, and Halal food. With surprised cultural heritage performances dotting the journey, the train becomes a moving cultural venue that enhance your journey at every turn.

Policy Advantages Empower Kunming: A New Hub for International Tourism

To enhance inbound travel convenience, a series of new measures have been launched:

A 40 million(RMB) fund is boosting efforts to attract international tourists to Yunnan.

Nine cities now offer a 144-hour visa-free transit policy, covering Kunming, Yuxi, Chuxiong, Honghe, Wenshan, Pu'er, Xishuangbanna, Dali, Lijiang.

Sticker-style temporary permits at Mohan Railway Port are streamlining entry procedures.

Multilingual support and improved foreign card payment options are ensuring a smoother experience for global visitors.

A Train to Spring, A Bond Between Nations

More than a railway journey,

it’s a moving postcard of Yunnan,

a cultural bridge connecting China and Laos.

Depart from Kunming — into spring, into freedom.

Beginning 3 December 2025,

reserve your scenic slow-travel journey

through the "12306 China Railway" App or agencies.

We await you in Kunming—ready to depart.

你是否想象过：

一列火车，穿行于青山绿水之间，

白天漫游异国古城，夜晚枕着铁轨入眠，

一路向南，跨越中老两国，尽览四城风光？

现在，这不再是想象——

“彩云之南·昆明号” 来了！

在2025首届国际旅行服务大会（三亚）上，中国首趟舒适型跨国旅游列车——“彩云之南·昆明号”正式亮相。这列被誉为“移动的文化酒店”的列车，不仅是“交通强国+文旅融合”的国家实践项目，更是“一带一路”倡议下跨境旅游的创新标杆。

一辆列车，两种旅程：中老线&云南环线

1.中老铁路线（7天6晚）

出发日期：2025年12月3日

从昆明出发，一路向南：

在西双版纳探秘热带植物园，体验傣族泼水节与孔雀宴；

在老挝琅勃拉邦参与清晨布施，乘湄公河游船；

在万荣乘坐南松河长尾船，搭乘热气球俯瞰喀斯特地貌；

在万象参观国家艺术博物馆，感受老挝文化魅力。

2.云南环线（10天9晚）

串联昆明、蒙自、元阳、建水、腾冲、临沧、普洱、西双版纳等精华目的地，带您沉浸式体验 “有一种叫云南的生活”。

——从滇南梯田到热带雨林，从古城烟火到温泉秘境。一路皆是风景，一路都是生活。

列车上就是“家”：舒适与文化的融合

列车配置：列车全列共16节车厢，设席264位，确保旅途空间宽敞舒适。车内提供两种房型：安途尊享3人间配备独立干湿分离卫浴、防滑地板与适老化设施，营造安全便利的私密空间；悦途品质4人间则配备遮光帘、阅读灯及共享卫浴，兼顾舒适与实用。

全然省心：采用“一价全包”，费用覆盖交通、住宿、餐饮、门票与体验。登车后，即可从琐碎安排中解脱，专注于享受旅程。

旅途特色：“彩云多功能车厢”备有云南特色、素食及清真等多种餐饮；而不期而遇的非遗表演点缀其间，让列车成为一座移动的文化空间，丰富着旅途体验。

政策红利加持，昆明成为国际旅游枢纽

为进一步提升入境便利性，多项举措出台：

4000万元引客入滇激励资金，鼓励国际游客到访；

9个州市实行240小时过境免签，包括昆明、玉溪、楚雄、红河、文山、普洱、西双版纳、大理、丽江；

磨憨铁路口岸启用贴纸式临时入境许可，通关更快捷；

多语种服务+外卡支付优化，全面提升外籍游客体验。

开往春天，联通民心

这不仅仅是一趟列车，

更是一张流动的云南名片，

一条联通中老的人文纽带。

从昆明出发，驶向春天，驶向自由。

2025年12月3日起，

登录 “铁路12306”APP 或通过旅行社，

即可预订这场跨越山河的慢旅行。

我们在昆明，等你出发。