Among the rich and diverse travel options today, mid-to-high-end tourist trains stand out with their unique travel experiences. Today, let’s introduce some of the currently operating mid-to-high-end tourist trains, such as the New Oriental Express, Lindu Train, Yichun Train, Silk Road Dream Train, Panda Special Train Shifang, Chengdu Train, Lanmei Train, and compare them to see which one can better meet your travel expectations.
Wang Fei, the head of the National Top Luxury Tourist Train Center, 180 9596 9599 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information)
Route Features New Oriental Express
The main routes include the Urumqi route, passing through Turpan, Yining, Burqin, Fuyun, Kashgar, Hotan, and other places in both northern and southern Xinjiang. One train can take you to experience the magnificent scenery of Xinjiang, with deserts, gobies, grasslands, snow-capped mountains, and other landscapes all within view. The New Oriental Express departs and arrives in Urumqi. Lindu Train
Operating a summer tourism loop route, connecting popular scenic spots in Heilongjiang Province, allowing tourists to experience the natural scenery and folk customs of Northeast China, shuttling between forests and cities, experiencing the unique charm of Northeast China. Yichun Train
Also operating in Northeast China, it has signed charter agreements with 9 Chinese and foreign tourism service enterprises. With its unique design, it leads tourists to explore the natural beauty of Yichun in depth and feel the comfort of forest wellness. Silk Road Dream Train
Starting from Xining, via Golmud, Dachaidan, to Dunhuang, and so on. Traveling along the ancient Silk Road allows tourists to appreciate unique landscapes such as deserts, gobies, salt lakes, and immerse themselves in the charm of Silk Road culture. Panda Special Train Shifang
With footprints across many places in Xinjiang, it offers a rich variety of routes, satisfying different tourists’ exploration needs for regional scenery and culture. Chengdu Train
As the third-generation "Panda Express", it will be renovated and put into operation in the first half of 2025, connecting popular tourist attractions in Xinjiang and showcasing unique Chinese scenery. Lanmei Train
Operating between Kunming, China, and Vientiane, Laos, it is a friendly ambassador of the "Railway + Culture + Tourism" cooperation between China and Laos, allowing tourists to experience the cultural flavors of different countries during cross-border journeys and feel the unique charm of the Lancang-Mekong River basin.
Train facilities and distinctive services New Oriental Express
With a seating capacity of 112-280 passengers, it includes 8 Golden Diamond carriages and 10 Blue Diamond carriages. Each suite in the Golden Diamond carriages has an independent bathroom and a king-size bed, while the Blue Diamond carriages have 4-person compartments with bunk beds. The dining car provides Chinese cuisine service, free beverages, and mineral water. The bar car has cafes, televisions, audio equipment, karaoke, and a piano. The service ratio is 1:3.2, with a dedicated attendant in each carriage providing attentive service throughout the journey. Lindu Train
With a seating capacity of 60 passengers and a formation of 15 carriages, it is equipped with 8 sleeper carriages and functional carriages such as music bar cars, tea room medical cars, and children’s entertainment cars. Whether it is leisure and entertainment, medical security, or children’s play needs, they can all be met. It is a train suitable for family travel. Yichun Train
With a seating capacity of 100-300 passengers and a total train formation of 12 carriages, with a maximum carrying capacity of 330 passengers, the exterior adopts a luxurious vintage design style. The main colors of the train head and both sides of the carriage body are deep sea blue and pearl gold, with a white carriage roof highlighting the Asian Winter Games ice and snow theme. Five leisure, sightseeing, and entertainment carriages have been designed, covering cultural characteristics and architectural styles of the five continents. There are also traditional Chinese medicine consultation rooms and wellness centers. The panoramic multifunctional sightseeing carriage and travel photography tail carriage are the first in China to realize curved side skylights and floor-to-ceiling windows, making them ideal for photo opportunities. Silk Road Dream Train
With a seating capacity of 76 passengers and a formation of 15 carriages, in addition to fully independent bathroom soft sleeper carriages, there are also multifunctional carriages such as living room cars, dining cars, and bar cars. The facilities are complete, allowing tourists to enjoy comfortable rest and a variety of entertainment activities during the journey. Panda Express Shifang Train
With a seating capacity of 466 passengers across 17 carriages, this train offers four types of carriages: premium quadruple rooms, standard quadruple rooms, dining cars, and multifunctional entertainment cars. Service personnel speak multiple languages and have obtained Red Cross first-aid certificates before taking their posts. There are also two professional medical staff on board, making it very friendly for elderly tourists and tourists with language communication needs. Chengdu Train
With a seating capacity of 108 passengers across 18 carriages, this train focuses on providing high-quality services and corresponding service facilities renovations. It fully meets passengers’ diverse consumption needs for entertainment, business, and family gatherings. Although details have not been fully disclosed, it is worth looking forward to. Lanmei Train
With a fixed capacity of 60 people, as a cross-border train, it not only meets basic travel needs but also focuses on the integration of cultural exchange elements, allowing tourists to experience the different cultural atmospheres of China and Laos during their journey.
These mid-to-high-end tourist trains each have their own unique characteristics. Whether you want to explore the great rivers and mountains of China or experience cross-border cultural exchanges, you can find the one that suits you. Which train do you want to take to start your dream journey?
The New Oriental Express is China’s new luxury tourist train. The hardware configuration, dining services, and intimate service provided by the staff on the train are comparable to those of star hotels. The accommodation carriages include 8 Supreme Golden Diamond carriages (each with 4 luxury suites, each limiting 2 people, with independent bathrooms/desks/wardrobes/safes) and 4 Luxury Blue Diamond carriages (each with 7 rooms, each room can accommodate 2-4 people in a compartment, with two compartments per carriage sharing bathrooms/showers/refrigerators). The bathrooms are fully equipped, and the compartments have large panoramic windows and exclusive bedroom furniture. The entire train is equipped with a luxury bar/entertainment carriage and a Chinese restaurant carriage, with professional chefs, providing a high-end VIP travel service throughout the journey.
The ‘Starlight Lancang-Mekong Express’, as China’s first cross-border tourist train, has received much attention and popularity. The train’s design is ingenious, meticulously crafted by the renowned PULINA firm. It cleverly draws inspiration from the vast Central Asian aesthetics and the purity of natural beauty, subtly incorporating the unique charm of Chinese and Laotian cultures. Every detail of the train captures the unique imprint of regional customs, whether it is in the decorative patterns, color schemes, or spatial layouts, all deeply interpreting cultural connotations. Driven by this design concept, the train space is filled with the fashion and artistry given by modern design while retaining the warmth contained in traditional elements, making people feel like they are in a wonderful world of cultural blending.
The ‘Starlight Lancang-Mekong Express’ train consists of 12 carriages, including 8 guest carriages, 1 dining carriage, 1 multifunctional carriage, and 2 supporting service carriages. The guest carriages total 30 rooms, capable of accommodating up to 60 guests at full capacity.
To provide guests with high-quality and attentive service, the ‘Starlight Lancang-Mekong Express’ is equipped with a professional service team of approximately 25 people. The team has a diverse composition, including attentive butlers, skilled chefs, warm and polite restaurant servers, and versatile entertainment staff. They each fulfill their respective duties, fully meeting guests’ needs from accommodation, dining, to entertainment.
The Starlight Joyful Room is a twin bed room with a bedroom of 7.5㎡ and a bathroom of 2.5㎡. There are a total of 24 rooms equipped with sofas that can be converted into two single beds at night. The interior decoration continues the gentle Oriental tone, coupled with an adjustable lighting system and intelligent curtains to create a quiet atmosphere. Each room is equipped with a fully intelligent system that can adjust temperature and humidity, curtains, lighting, and audio-visual equipment. It also comes with Acqua di Parma bath amenities, Marvis toothpaste, and more.
The Starlight Premium Room is a king bed room with a 9㎡ bedroom and a 3㎡ bathroom. The layout is spacious and fully functional. There are a total of 6 premium rooms on the train, with 3 carefully arranged in each carriage, distributed across 2 carriages. The interior of the carriages is crafted with high-end materials such as solid wood, velvet, and marble. The delicate texture and exquisite craftsmanship complement each other, creating a warm and luxurious atmosphere, showcasing elegant taste. Each room is equipped with a fully intelligent system that can adjust temperature and humidity, curtains, lighting, and audio-visual equipment. It also comes with Acqua di Parma toiletries and Marshall toothpaste, etc.
Itinerary introduction
Day1: Passengers arrive in Kunming in advance and can store luggage at the Kunming Station business lounge. Greeting at 21:00 in the lounge, and board the train to Xishuangbanna at 21:40.
Day2: Arrive in Xishuangbanna at 9:20 and head to Jinuoshan to experience tea making. Have lunch at Jinuo Folk Customs Park at 13:00, and at 14:00, visit Jinuo Village to watch ethnic dance performances, intangible cultural heritage big drum dances, and participate in interactions. After the activities, take a bus to Mengbo Restaurant to enjoy a Peacock Banquet, and return to Xishuangbanna Station to board the train at 20:30.
Day3: At 8:00 Beijing time, disembark at Mohan Station and exit the customs, then head to Boten. After arriving in Boten at 8:24 Lao time, enter the customs and head to Luang Prabang. After arriving at 13:15, visit the Royal Palace Museum, then rest and have lunch at the hotel.
Day4: At 10:00 Lao time, head to Kuang Si Falls. Have lunch at the Falls Restaurant, then visit Lao Handicraft Village to experience making bark paper lanterns and bark paintings. After dinner at Luang Prabang Garden Restaurant in the evening, return to the hotel.
Day5: At 6:00 Lao time, participate in the alms-giving and blessing ceremony. Visit Wat Xieng Thong at 10:30, and then have lunch at Shangshanyuan Restaurant. At 13:00, head to Elephant SAFARY to interact with elephants. In the evening, enjoy BALANCE BBQ mini hotpot in Luang Prabang city, and after visiting the ancient city night market, board the train to Vientiane.
Day6: Arrive in Vientiane at 09:08. Visit Wat Si Muang, Lao National Museum, and Patuxai. Have lunch at Yongzhen Chinese Restaurant and enjoy a sunset French dinner at Le Seine Hotel by the Mekong River. Board the train at Vientiane Station at 20:20.
Day7: At 8:00 Lao time, disembark at the Boten Station and exit the customs, then head to Mohan; after arriving at Mohan at 10:14 Beijing time, enter the customs and board the train. The train offers tea art, dance performances, and intangible cultural heritage handicraft activities. Arrive in Kunming at 20:50, and the trip ends.
Departure dates:
March 4th, April 15th, April 29th, May 27th, June 17th, July 29th, August 12th, September 30th, October 28th, December 23rd
Unified selling price:
Starlight Enjoyment Room is 25,888 yuan / person, and Starlight Premium Room is 28,888 yuan / person.
Wang Fei, the head of the National Top Luxury Tourist Train Center, 180 9596 9599 (copy and add as a friend for free consultation and detailed route information)