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Vietnam by Private Train and Boat

18-day escorted journey through Vietnam by private train and boat

Illustration of Vietnam by Private Train and Boat

Railway Adventures operates this 18-day escorted tour through Vietnam for small groups, departing from Ho Chi Minh City and ending in Halong Bay. You travel north by the Reunification Express and Sa Pa Express, calling at coastal and inland cities including Nha Trang, Quy Nhon, Hoi An, Hue, Hanoi, and the mountain town of Sapa. A boat sails Halong Bay during the journey. Tour leader Graeme Hind accompanies throughout. The pace involves moderate activity across multiple destinations with regular walking in cities and towns. This package suits repeat rail travellers and those seeking an escorted group experience with a specialist operator. The single October 2026 departure is priced from AUD 12,875 per person, or approximately USD 8,933.

What to know before you look closer

  • Only one departure listed: October 2026.
  • The operator publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm the route details, train schedules, and accommodation with Railway Adventures before booking.

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The price from AUD 12,875 per person includes travel on the Reunification Express and Sa Pa Express trains and a boat sail in Halong Bay.
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. Tour leader Graeme Hind accompanies the group throughout the 18 days.
When does this tour run?
One departure is confirmed for October 2026.
How many destinations are included?
The tour visits Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Quy Nhon, Hoi An, Hue, Hanoi, Sapa, and Halong Bay.

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