The emergence of specialized tourist trains cleverly combines transportation and accommodation; each train is like a mobile hotel with neat, cozy carriages equipped with amenities to meet the diverse dining and entertainment needs of passengers.
Mobile hotel
The most interesting thing about this "hotel" is the ever-changing view outside the window. Guests can enjoy watching the natural scenery unfold throughout their journey.
For example, the Da Nang - Hue route, passing through Lang Co Bay and Hai Van Pass, offers breathtaking views of clouds, mountains, and the sea. The Saigon - Nha Trang route, on the other hand, runs along pristine beaches, allowing passengers to witness sunrises or sunsets right from their windows.
From January to March in the lunar calendar, the weather on the Da Lat - Trai Mat route is cool and clear, with vibrant pink bellflower forests lining both sides of the railway tracks. Meanwhile, the Muong Hoa mountain railway in Sa Pa quietly winds its way through villages hidden in the mist, with the majestic Hoang Lien Son mountain range in the distance…
In 2021, CNN listed the six best train journeys in Asia, including The Vietage by Anantara from Vietnam, connecting Da Nang and Quy Nhon. This train offers world-class amenities comparable to a 5-star hotel, allowing passengers to relax in luxurious surroundings, enjoy champagne, cocktails, and light snacks on board, and have a truly memorable travel experience.
The renowned international travel website Lonely Planet also ranked the North-South Reunification Expressway at the top of its list of "24 most impressive train journeys in the world in 2025". This 1,730km route is considered "a great way to explore the depth, poetic beauty, and intimacy of Vietnam".
A vehicle that is popular with young people.
Domestic travel trends from 2024 to the present are witnessing an interesting shift, with trains unexpectedly rising to become the most favored mode of transportation among young people, especially Generation Z.
The younger generation, accustomed to convenience and modernity and always seeking unique experiences, is now captivated by the slow, emotional journey that trains offer. For them, it's not just a means of transportation, but a beautiful and profound lifestyle.
Each train journey unfolds unexpected adventures, with meals served right in the carriage, or opportunities to "hunt" for local specialties whenever the train stops at a station. Sitting leisurely by the window, savoring delicious and unique dishes in a dreamy setting – the perfect "chill" experience that young people adore.
Social media is overflowing with heartwarming stories about cross-Vietnam train journeys, or the trend of "healing" with short train routes like Hanoi - Hai Phong, Ho Chi Minh City - Bien Hoa, and Da Nang - Hue. Many young people even buy round-trip tickets upfront and don't choose which station to get off at, dedicating the entire time on the train to slowing down, feeling the rhythm of life in a gentler way, turning the journey itself into a destination.
In the summer of 2024, on the Da Nang - Hue heritage train, travel blogger Do Thi Nhu Y (Thanh Khe ward, Da Nang) had a memorable "photo tour." The journey, accompanied by the rhythmic clatter of the train, transformed into a stunning photo album, capturing nostalgic moments from every angle, from the ancient train station and rustic seating to the cozy dining car and dreamy windows.
As Như Ý shared, she was deeply impressed by the unique scenery that only trains can offer – the bustling city life gradually giving way to lush green fields, then the train gracefully winding around rugged mountain passes along the deep blue sea, with the waves constantly lapping against the shore.
With the rhythmic rumble of the train, each passenger feels as if life has slowed down, leisurely watching the world pass by through the window, and appreciating each small yet profound moment.
And when the train journey ends, those tender feelings become cherished memories, a special gift that only trains can offer.
Source: https://baodanang.vn/theo-tieng-xinh-xich-3318242.html
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