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Update news train tours
Amid rising airfares, many travelers are shifting to train to travel in the coming National Day holiday, according to Bui Thanh Tu - Marketing Director of BestPrice Travel Company.
The Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT)'s information centre officially launched a promotional video for railway tourism on July 9 in conjunction with the 64th founding anniversary of the sector in Vietnam (1960-2024).
Seeking a unique travel experience, Canadian tourists Eric and Sarah opted for a 5-star train journey from Da Nang to Hanoi, booking a VIP sleeper cabin for VND6.6 million ($260) per night.
During a luxurious journey from the ancient capital city of Hue to Da Nang on a 5-star train, a Germany tourist and his girlfriend was captivated not only by the stunning scenery but also by a variety of delicious dishes.
CNN Travel has published an article hailing the refurbished Revolution Express steam trains that will begin taking passengers either later this year or in early 2025, serving to connect Da Nang to Thua Thien-Hue.
With the rise in domestic air fares, train travel has been a new tourism trend in Vietnam.
Travelling by train is currently a new trend, as rising prices of domestic air tickets are leading to an increase of 10-15% in tour prices.
A luxury train service has been launched from HCM City to Da Nang following the start of a recent similar service to the central city from Hanoi.
The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) is expediting the refurbishment of interiors and installation of various amenities for the forthcoming tourist trains connecting two renowned destinations in central Vietnam, Hue and Danang.
A train route connecting Da Nang and Hue of Thua Thien – Hue province named “Central Heritage Connection” will be put into operation in late March on the occasion of the Liberation Day of Thua Thien – Hue (March 26) and Da Nang (March 29).
Louis Vuitton and a number of French fashionable companies are keen to launch a luxury antique train between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to serve tourists, according to details given by French Ambassador to Vietnam Olivier Brochet.
In an attempt to improve service quality and serve passenger demand, the Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR) has worked with localities, including Thua Thien – Hue, to boost its heritage tourism connection.
Two high-quality trains SE19 and SE20 were launched into operation on the Hanoi – Da Nang route on October 20 by the Vietnam Railway Corporation.