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SJourney Vietnam Luxury Express

Vietnam's first ultra-luxury train — from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City in timeless Indochine style

About the Train

Vietnam's first ultra-luxury train, the SJourney Vietnam Luxury Express offers an eight-day, seven-night passage between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City — or the reverse — immersing guests in the landscapes, history and culture of the entire country from a single beautifully appointed carriage.

Indochine-inspired private cabins, fine dining with rotating menus of fresh local ingredients, a Bistro lounge and carefully curated excursions to UNESCO sites, imperial citadels and coastal villages combine to create a journey that is as much about discovery as it is about comfort.

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Accommodation

Cabins: Each private Double or Twin cabin is approximately 10m², finished in an Indochine aesthetic, with an en-suite bathroom, wardrobe, table and chairs, air-conditioning and daily turndown service.

Beds: Double configuration measures 1.9m × 1.5m; Twin configuration offers two berths of 1.9m × 0.8m each.

Dining: A single-sitting restaurant car serves rotating menus built around fresh local ingredients; dietary requirements are catered for on request.

Bar: The Bistro lounge car is open for cocktails, Vietnamese coffee and light bites throughout the journey.

Itineraries

Choose the journey that calls to you. Each itinerary may be reserved through our concierge.

Southbound Legacy — Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
7 nights · 8 days · Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City
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Departing Hanoi across the iconic Long Bien Bridge, the southbound journey calls at Ninh Binh's ancient temples, the spectacular Phong Nha–Ke Bang caves, Hue's Imperial Citadel, the artisan lanes of Hoi An, the Phu Yen coastline and Phan Thiet before arriving in Ho Chi Minh City.

Day 1 — Hanoi

Welcome reception and dinner onboard; depart via the Long Bien Bridge as the city lights fade behind you.

Day 2 — Ninh Binh

Excursion to the Trang An Landscape Complex and the ancient capital of Hoa Lu.

Day 3 — Quang Binh

Explore the UNESCO-listed Phong Nha–Ke Bang National Park and its remarkable cave systems.

Day 4 — Hue

Visit the Imperial Citadel, the royal tomb of Tu Duc and a traditional Incense Village.

Day 5 — Hoi An

Morning among the craft workshops and lantern-lit streets of Hoi An's Ancient Town.

Day 6 — Phu Yen

A leisurely coastal lunch stop along the scenic Phu Yen shoreline.

Day 7 — Phan Thiet

Ascent of Ta Cu Mountain and a visit to the quirky Fish Sauce Museum.

Day 8 — Ho Chi Minh City

Breakfast onboard before arrival and city transfers.

from US$9,890 per person

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Northern Heritage — Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
7 nights · 8 days · Ho Chi Minh City → Hanoi
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Beginning with a VIP lounge departure from Ho Chi Minh City, the northbound journey visits Phan Thiet's Poshanu Towers, the mat-weaving community of Phu Yen, the ancient town of Hoi An, Hue's Citadel, the Son River caves of Quang Binh and Ninh Binh's river gorges before ending with breakfast as Hanoi comes into view.

Day 1 — Ho Chi Minh City

VIP lounge access and dinner onboard as the train departs northward.

Day 2 — Phan Thiet

Visit the Cham ruins of Poshanu Towers and explore the local coastline.

Day 3 — Phu Yen

Discover Mang Lang Church, a listed historical monument, and a local mat-weaving village.

Day 4 — Hoi An

Countryside cycling and a stroll through the UNESCO-listed Ancient Town.

Day 5 — Hue

The Imperial Citadel, the tomb of Tu Duc and a fragrant Incense Village.

Day 6 — Quang Binh

Boat excursion on the Son River and exploration of the area's celebrated cave network.

Day 7 — Ninh Binh

Rowing boat through the Trang An waterways and visit to the ancient citadel of Hoa Lu.

Day 8 — Hanoi

Breakfast onboard before arrival and city transfers.

from US$9,890 per person

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Departure Dates

DateDirection / RouteFromStatus
Wed, 8 Jul 2026 Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 Hanoi → Hanoi (circular) Available Reserve →
Wed, 5 Aug 2026 Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 Hanoi → Hanoi (circular) Available Reserve →
Wed, 2 Sep 2026 Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
Wed, 9 Sep 2026 Ho Chi Minh City → Hanoi from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
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Wed, 14 Oct 2026 Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 Ho Chi Minh City → Hanoi from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
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Wed, 25 Nov 2026 Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
Wed, 9 Dec 2026 Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City from USD 9,890 per person (Deluxe Cabin, 2026) Available Reserve →
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Cabins & Prices

Cabin / SuiteBasisPrice
Double or Twin Cabin — Southbound Legacy (Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City)per person, double occupancyUSD 9,890
Double or Twin Cabin — Northern Heritage (Ho Chi Minh City → Hanoi)per person, double occupancyUSD 9,890
Trail of the Dragons Back (shorter signature journey)per person, double occupancyUSD 3,890
Indochine Coastline (shorter signature journey)per person, double occupancyUSD 4,490

Prices are indicative and subject to change and availability. Contact us for the latest rates and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SJourney Vietnam Luxury Express and where does it travel?+
The SJourney Vietnam Luxury Express is Vietnam's first ultra-luxury train, operating between Hanoi in the north and Ho Chi Minh City in the south. The eight-day, seven-night journey passes through the country's most celebrated landscapes and cultural sites, including Ninh Binh's ancient temples, the Phong Nha–Ke Bang caves, Hue's Imperial Citadel, the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An, and the Phu Yen coastline.
What itineraries are available and how long do they take?+
There are two full-length signature journeys, each lasting eight days and seven nights: the Southbound Legacy (Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City) and the Northern Heritage (Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi). Both follow the same iconic corridor in opposite directions, with itinerary stops tailored to the direction of travel. Shorter signature journeys — Trail of the Dragons Back and Indochine Coastline — are also available for travellers with less time.
How much does the SJourney Vietnam Luxury Express cost?+
The full eight-day Southbound Legacy and Northern Heritage journeys are priced from US$9,890 per person (double occupancy). Shorter signature journeys start from US$3,890 per person. Final prices vary by cabin, season and party size — contact Palace Trains to confirm pricing for your chosen dates: toll-free 1-800-724-5120, +1-786-408-0610 (international/WhatsApp), or travel@palacetours.com.
What cabin types and accommodation are available?+
All guests travel in private Double or Twin cabins, each approximately 10m² and finished in an Indochine aesthetic. Every cabin features an en-suite bathroom, wardrobe, table and chairs, air-conditioning and daily turndown service. Double cabins offer a bed measuring 1.9m × 1.5m; Twin cabins provide two separate berths of 1.9m × 0.8m each.
What is included in the fare?+
The SJourney fare includes all meals in the single-sitting restaurant car, curated guided excursions, entrance fees to sites visited along the route, and city transfers. The Bistro lounge is open throughout the journey for cocktails, Vietnamese coffee and light bites. Inclusions can vary by journey and departure — Palace Trains will confirm exactly what is covered for your chosen trip.
When does the SJourney Vietnam Luxury Express operate?+
The train runs year-round, with departures available across all twelve months. There are currently 69 upcoming departures, with the next departure from 8 July 2026 and availability running through to late December 2027. To see all available dates, check the departure table on the train's page or contact Palace Trains for live availability.

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