.Discover The Hanoi Train: A New Era of Heritage Rail Tourism
Launching on August 19, 2025, The Hanoi Train invites you on Vietnam’s first double-decker cultural rail journey. Featuring five beautifully themed carriages—each named after one of Hanoi’s historic city gates—this unique train pairs nostalgic design with modern comfort. Guests enjoy panoramic views, live performances of traditional music, and immersive storytelling as the train travels through Long Bien, Gia Lam, Yen Vien, and Tu Son before returning to the city. With smart biometric ticketing at Hanoi Station and three departures per day, it’s not just a ride—it’s a moving celebration of Hanoi’s rich past. Join us for a travel experience that blends elegance, history, and cultural immersion like never before.
“Tour from 7.30- 12.30 or 11.30- 17.00
At 7:30 or 11:30, your tour guide will welcome you at your hotel in the Old Quarter or near Hoan Kiem Lake. You will then board a double-decker carriage and enjoy the following highlights:
Hanoi Railway Station: One of the oldest and most historic train stations in the country, built during the French colonial period (1902). It is not only a vital transportation hub but also a prominent architectural remnant of French influence, closely tied to Hanoi’s urban development.
Long Bien Station: Located right next to Long Bien Bridge – a historic steel bridge built over 120 years ago, symbolizing wartime memories and the era of economic hardship. This area also serves as a gateway into the Old Quarter in Hoan Kiem Ward.
Gia Lam Station and Gia Lam Railway Factory: A space rich in railway industrial heritage. The Gia Lam Railway Factory is planned to be transformed into a Railway Museum, a place to preserve, restore, and recount the story of Vietnam’s railway industry from the French colonial era to the present.
Co Loa Station: A gateway for visitors to return to the sacred land of ancient Vietnamese civilization, associated with the legend of King An Duong Vuong, the Co Loa Citadel, and the Red River civilization. Including Co Loa Station in tour routes is expected to expand tourism into the outskirts of Dong Anh, where heritage zones and historical parks are under development.
At each stop, cultural spaces will be organized to allow visitors to directly experience activities such as art performances, exhibitions, historical reenactments, visits to craft villages, and shopping for local specialties. The journey not only helps tourists gain deeper insight into Hanoi through its layers of culture but also contributes to stimulating the local economy at each connected destination.
12.30/ 17.00, you’ll enjoy an hour of local street food for a simple lunch, then conclude the tour.
Private Tour
| No of travelers | 1 pax | 2-3 pax | 4-8 pax | |
| USD/1 person | $ 50 | $ 40 | $ 38 |
+ Tour included:
- English tour guide
- Tickets for train
- Entrance fee
- Pick up & drop off the old quarter
- Street food and drink for lunch
+ Tour excluded:
Tips (not compulsory)