Vientiane-Kunming-Xishuangbanna Tour 5 Days 4 Nights - 24,800 THB (Round-Trip by High-Speed Train)
Vientiane - Kunming - Xishuangbanna High-Speed Railway Grand Tour (5 Days 4 Nights)
Connect Laos and China on the world-class Laos-China Railway. Depart from Vientiane and journey smoothly across the frontier into Kunming and Xishuangbanna. Experience iconic UNESCO geoparks, ancient Buddhist pagodas, and vibrant night markets with zero highway fatigue.
📸 Authentic Tour Photography
🌟 Key Tour Highlights
1. Direct Cross-Border Bullet Train
Travel effortlessly aboard the flagship EMU high-speed train through pristine mountains, tunnels, and river canyons between Vientiane and Kunming.
2. UNESCO Stone Forest (Shilin)
Discover the magnificent natural stone pinnacle formations, tranquil lakes, and Sani ethnic culture in Kunming.
3. Vibrant Jinghong & Starlight Bazaar
Experience the fairytale atmosphere of Gaozhuang Starlight Night Market along the Mekong River in Xishuangbanna.
4. Vientiane Sacred Landmarks
Pay respects at the golden spire of Pha That Luang, climb the Patuxai Victory Gate, and explore the tranquil Lao capital.
📅 Detailed Daily Itinerary
- 06:30: Meet at Vientiane High-Speed Railway Station; board international EMU train directly to Kunming.
- 10:30: Clear Laos exit and China entry customs at the high-tech Boten-Mohan border station.
- 12:30: Onboard lunch admiring panoramic mountain landscapes of Yunnan.
- 17:30: Arrive at Kunming South Station; transfer to 4-star hotel; welcome Yunnan wild mushroom feast.
- 08:00: Hotel breakfast buffet.
- 09:00: Tour the world-renowned Kunming Stone Forest National Park with electric golf carts.
- 12:30: Savor traditional Yiliang roasted duck lunch.
- 14:30: Visit Green Lake Park (Cuihu) and historic Yuantong Temple.
- 18:30: Free time for dining and shopping at Nanping Pedestrian Street.
- 08:30: High-speed train from Kunming to Jinghong (approx. 3.5 hrs).
- 12:30: Arrival in Xishuangbanna; authentic Tai Lue culinary lunch.
- 14:00: Explore Manting Imperial Park, Dai King Palace, and Wat Bajie Buddhist Temple.
- 18:00: Check-in at Gaozhuang 4-star hotel; explore the lively Starlight Night Market.
- 08:00: Breakfast at hotel.
- 09:00: Visit CAS Menglun Tropical Botanical Garden, Asia’s premier botanical research center.
- 12:30: Authentic Dai lunch in traditional bamboo pavilion.
- 14:00: Visit Dai Minority Cultural Village in Ganlanba; witness traditional stilt houses and cultural dances.
- 18:30: Special farewell dinner with Tai cultural music performance.
- 08:00: Transfer to Jinghong Station; board bullet train to Vientiane, Laos.
- 14:00: Arrive in Vientiane; visit the sacred Pha That Luang Stupa and Patuxai Victory Gate.
- 16:30: Transfer to Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge or Wattay International Airport with remarkable memories.
✅ Package Inclusions
- Round-trip international high-speed train tickets (Vientiane-Kunming-Jinghong-Vientiane)
- 4 Nights 4-Star hotel accommodation (2 nights Kunming, 2 nights Jinghong)
- All gourmet meals and regional specialty banquets specified in itinerary
- All park admission tickets & VIP electric shuttle carts
- China group visa / border clearance facilitation
- Bilingual tour leader & English/Thai speaking local guides
- Comprehensive international travel insurance
ℹ️ Important Travel Notes & Requirements
- Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity required.
- Luggage weight limit for high-speed train is 20 kg per passenger.
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