Vietnam Luxury Express: A Journey by Train
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Vietnam Luxury Express: A Journey by Train
Discover Vietnam the elegant way – not from the sky, but aboard the Vietnam Luxury Express, a stylish train that glides through the country’s most breathtaking landscapes. This curated itinerary spans over 1,800 kilometers, linking Hanoi in the north to Ho Chi Minh City in the south.
Along the way, you’ll explore iconic destinations like Ninh Binh’s limestone valleys, Quang Binh’s jungle caves, the imperial beauty of Hue, artisan villages near Hoi An, and the untouched charm of Phu Yen. End your journey in Ho Chi Minh City with guided tours of the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels and the tranquil Mekong Delta.
Whether you’re seeking romance, culture, or comfort, the Vietnam Luxury Express offers a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Vietnam – one elegant stop at a time.
Tour Highlights
- Travel the full length of Vietnam in style aboard a luxury train – from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
- Drift through limestone caves and lush valleys in Trang An, often called “Halong Bay on land”
- Explore Vietnam’s imperial legacy at the Citadel of Hue and Tu Duc Mausoleum
- Wander the lantern-lit streets and artisan villages of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Discover the majestic Phong Nha Cave on a tranquil riverboat journey
- Enjoy curated experiences with local artisans, from woodblock painting to mat weaving
- Savor regional cuisine onboard and in handpicked local restaurants throughout the journey
- Experience the dramatic coastline of central Vietnam from the scenic Hai Van Pass
- Step inside history at the Cu Chi Tunnels, an underground legacy of the Vietnam War
- Cruise the peaceful canals of the Mekong Delta, where life moves with the flow of the river
Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Phong Nha - Hue - Hoi An - Phan Thiet - Ho Chi Minh city
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Why Choose Absolute Asia Tours
English-speaking guides who live in the country you're visiting
A private travel designer reachable throughout your trip
Authentic access shaped by 37 years of local knowledge
Hand-selected hotels chosen for character, not chain
Private transfers and drivers for a seamless day-to-day
Flexible departures — this itinerary starts whenever you're ready
Day by Day
Itinerary
This afternoon, around 4:30 PM, your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi and take you to Gia Lam Station. At the VIP lounge, you’ll be warmly welcomed and checked in. At 6:00 PM, head to the train’s restaurant carriage for welcome drinks and a delicious multi-course dinner. As the train departs, you’ll cross the Long Bien Bridge with views of the Red River at sunset. Relax in your cabin as the train glides through the countryside toward Ninh Binh.
Where You'll Stay
Hand-Selected for an Unmatched Stay
aNhill Boutique
A small boutique hotel in central Vietnam, run at a scale where the staff learn your name on the first morning…
Ana Mandara Villas- Da Lat
Seventeen restored 1920s French colonial villas on a pine hillside above Da Lat, kept as houses rather than co…
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay
A boat-access-only retreat on the far side of Ninh Van Bay, where villas are built among granite boulders abov…
Six Senses Con Dao
A beachfront retreat on Dat Doc Beach in the Con Dao archipelago, a former prison island turned national park…
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai
Villas on stilts above three tiers of lotus ponds on Ha My Beach, midway between Hoi An’s old town and Da Nang…
Capella Hanoi
Bill Bensley’s theatrical hotel in the French Quarter, steps from the Hanoi Opera House and built around the s…
Inclusions & Offers
What's Included
• 7 nights in a twin/double cabin with en-suite, A/C, and daily service • 3 nights in Luxury hotel • All meals onboard plus select local restaurant experiences • Complimentary soft drinks, beer, house wine, tea & coffee • Cabin attendant, evening turndown, and private transfers in Hanoi or HCMC • Guided excursions with English-speaking guides and entrance fees included
What's Not Included
• International airfare • Visas (if needed). • Gratuities for services and experiences. • Personal expenses like laundry, phone calls, and room service. • Early check-in or late check-out (unless noted). • Extra activities not included in the itinerary
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Scenes from the Journey
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