Overnight Train Experience from Hanoi to SAPA - Private Cabin

Hanoi, Vietnam

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Overview

What's Included

Private Cabin WITH 2-berth beds ( for 2 peoples sleeping)
Mineral Water, Tea/Coffee, Fresh Fruits & Beer or Soft Drink in cabin
Equipped: Air-conditonal, soft & clean bed set up, amenities, etc.

Transfer from Hotel/Stays to Hanoi Railway Station (Up on request)
Other Beverages and Personal Expenses
Holiday Surcharge

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Hanoi Railway Station
120 Đ. Lê Duẩn, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam
Please come to Hanoi Train Station - 120 Le Duan for check in before 21.30. Show your ticket to our ticket counter to check in.

End point

Lao Cai Railway Station
29 Khánh Yên, Lào Cai, Vietnam
We will arrive at Lao Cai Train Station around 06.20 AM

Operating hours
.10:00 pm

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Reviews

3.5

based on 2 reviews

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Almost perfect

Sarah_P, Feb 2026

The experience itself would of been amazing apart from just one problem. We arrived early and secured our seat in the VIP lounge, that filled quickly. Boarding was fast and relatively easy. The cabin was clean and beautifully presented, just like the photos. Beds were really comfortable and just fit my husband who is 6ft/183cm tall. Temperature was perfect and lighting really gave it a romantic ambience. Train departed on time and everything was going well until a very, very loud banging noise started. It sounded like something was hanging under the carriage, hitting it with enough force that you could feel it through the floor. This was not the usual railway noises you would expect. The supplied earplugs did absolutely nothing to dull the noise. We approached 2 attendants trying to find out what the noise was, they both didn't speak English and walked away quickly. We paid a significant amount of money for beds we didn't get to use and are thoroughly disappointed. We had realistic expectation of sleep quality, not that we would get none at all. When we disembarked we tried to see what might of caused the noise, the only thing we could see was large metal rail pins hanging on thick chain dangling under the carriage. Not sure if they were the cause but if they are this needs to be addressed. Once again, this experience would of been perfect if not for the unfortunate racket.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thanks so much for your feedback, Sarah Pomroy Train in Vietnam is belong to government. We operate nicer cabins for tourists. It is a traditional transfer, not really modern as it in Europe. It is not as quiet as sleeper bus but safer, an unique local experience. For customers who have sleep issue, we advise you to take cabin bus. Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Sapa! Best regards, Luong

Coming to the train...

Nancy_B, Jan 2026

Coming to the train station was a bit confusing to find our VIP lounge which was very small not enough to support the people that were there . They did allow me to purchase a glass of wine and take it out . The train staff were efficient and friendly. Our rooms were very clean as well as the bathrooms. The staff were kinda loud most of the night .. definitely need ear buds ( which they provide ) . All in all a nice experience.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thanks so much for your feedback, Nancy Bosket We are so happy that you enjoyed the Overnight Train Experience from Hanoi to SAPA - Private Cabin Thanks again for joining us. Have a nice time in Vietnam! Best regards, Luong