Bustling international visitors to Lao Cai by rail

During the National Day holiday on September 2 this year, Lao Cai's tourism industry recorded a bustling return of international visitors, especially groups of visitors choosing to travel by train.

Train SP3 arrived at Lao Cai station this morning carrying more than 300 tourists .

Trains from Hanoi to Lao Cai during the first two days of the holiday were always packed with passengers. According to Lao Cai Railway Station, since the beginning of the year, Lao Cai station has welcomed nearly 120,000 passengers, an increase of 140% over the same period, of which international passengers accounted for nearly 80%. The sharp increase in train passengers not only brought joy to the railway industry but also helped the tourism industry grow rapidly.

Foreign tourists eagerly stepped off the train, beginning their journey to explore tourist attractions in Lao Cai.

Many international tourists choose to travel by train not only because of its safety and convenience, but also because they want to experience a unique journey through majestic mountain roads. On the journey from Hanoi to Lao Cai, trains take tourists through green rice fields, poetic rivers and majestic mountains, bringing a feeling of relaxation and closeness to nature.

Maria Lopez, a tourist from Spain, eagerly shared: I really enjoyed this train ride. The scenery outside was beautiful, I could see the mountains and forests through the small window. This was a great way before starting my trip to explore Sa Pa.

The platform was packed with passengers.

In addition, the improvement in service quality on the trains is also highly appreciated by passengers. New, clean, comfortable train cars with attentive service have left a good impression on each tourist. Some luxury tourist trains also have modern sleeping compartments, helping passengers to rest comfortably before starting their journey to explore new lands.

Travel agencies also arranged tour guides and shuttle buses to the train station to pick up guests to Sa Pa and other famous tourist destinations such as Bac Ha and Y Ty. Hotels, motels and homestays in the province all recorded a high number of room reservations, with many places fully booked before the holiday.

Tourism service businesses welcome guests at Lao Cai station and take them to tourist attractions in the province.

Pham Quang Minh, owner of a homestay in Sa Pa ward, said: “International visitors are returning in large numbers, especially those traveling in groups or families. Not only do they stay longer, but they are also very interested in experiential activities such as trekking, visiting markets and learning about the culture of ethnic minorities.”

The bustling international tourist arrivals during the National Day holiday on September 2nd is a positive signal for Lao Cai tourism, especially in the context of the locality's efforts to regain growth momentum. The improvement of the quality of transport infrastructure, including the Hanoi - Lao Cai railway, and increasingly professional tourism services have helped Lao Cai maintain its position as an attractive destination for domestic and foreign tourists.

Lao Cai Station is bustling during the National Day holiday on September 2.

This holiday is not only a time for Lao Cai to welcome visitors but also an opportunity to promote its image to international friends. With careful preparation, the local tourism industry hopes to continue to welcome more groups of visitors in the coming time, contributing to making Lao Cai a bright spot on the Vietnamese tourism map.

August is the end of summer, the weather in Lao Cai is often cool and pleasant, very suitable for tourist activities, especially exploring highland areas such as Sa Pa, Bac Ha, Y Ty, Bat Xat... Especially, at this time the terraced rice fields in Sa Pa begin to turn bright yellow, creating a beautiful natural landscape, attracting many tourists to sightsee and take pictures.

Source: https://baolaocai.vn/nhon-nhip-khach-quoc-te-den-lao-cai-bang-duong-sat-post880960.html