Ride the Overnight Train in Vietnam | VIP Cabin (Train Lovers)

Hello travel fans, trip planners and train lovers. In this video we will ride the overnight sleeper train from Lao Cai near Sapa to Hanoi. Taking a sleeper train in Vietnam is a popular form of transportation for locals and tourists. Let's get lost in this cool overnight train. The Vietnam rail system covers all major cities around the country and is a very efficient and inexpensive way to get around. The train departs at 9 30 pm and we arrive in Hanoi at 5 30 am. It's an eight hour journey. Lao Cai station is an hour and a half drive from Sapa. They recommend getting to the station 45 minutes before departure time. You can have a nice dinner near the station before the train departs as they will only have snacks and drinks on the train. We will be taking the SP4 Vic Sapa train. Boarding the train was an exciting experience for everyone as they looked forward to the journey ahead. The Vic Sapa train is a new luxury train from Sapa to Hanoi. It's full of modern luxuries such as wood paneling cabins, air conditioning, comfortable beds and massive windows. Oh wow! We chose to go with the VIP one bed cabin which came out to $95 USD. It was like a mini hotel room on wheels. They decorated our room nicely with roses and also gave us a cake to celebrate our anniversary. The cabin was cozy and comfortable. The gentle rocking motion of the train can easily put you to sleep making it a relaxing way to travel overnight. We had some time to explore the train and the station before departing at 9 30. It is a good idea to walk with a sweater as the cabin does get quite chilly due to the air conditioning. The washrooms were very clean and they also had more sinks outside the washroom for people who wanted to brush their teeth. It's a good idea to walk with your own toilet paper just in case they run out. The rhythmic click clack of the tracks beneath set the pace for the journey ahead as we depart. The snack cart comes around with many items for purchase. Waking up to the soft light of dawn filtering through the window you will find yourself approaching Hanoi feeling refreshed and ready to explore. The convenience of arriving early in the morning allows you to start your day with a sense of adventure. Overall the train journey from Sa Pa to Hanoi was a unique way to travel from one city to the next. It was a memorable experience. Try it out when you're in Vietnam. Thanks for watching. Please like and subscribe. Until next time, let's go and get lost.