The "Hoa Phuong Do" train is about to be launched, marking a new step forward for the Vietnamese railway industry, promising to bring a classy travel experience on the Hanoi - Hai Phong route. Expected to open in May, before May 13 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Hai Phong city, this train is not only a means of transportation, but also a luxury tourist destination.
"Hoa Phuong Do" consists of 20 new train cars, designed in Indochine style, harmoniously combining classic and modern features. The special highlight is the two VIP cars, each with 16 single sofas and 5 long sofas, creating 20 comfortable seats. The interior space is classy with natural wood floors, a bar serving drinks and performing musicians, along with free Wifi. The remaining cars are equipped with 56 180-degree rotating seats, plastic carpet floors, stone-patterned plastic walls and decorative LED ceilings, bringing a sense of luxury and comfort.
Luxury train cars on Hanoi - Hai Phong route will serve tourists in May
The ship has three main colors: blue, white, and red, which are also the symbolic colors of royal poinciana flowers.
The train is dressed in three main colors: blue, white, red, symbolizing the royal poinciana flower, the symbolic flower of Hai Phong. The image of ocean waves is also cleverly incorporated into the design, creating a connection with the port city. A representative of the Railway Transport Joint Stock Company said that the "Red Royal Poinciana" train has been comprehensively upgraded to become a luxury train, a unique railway tourism product, attracting tourists and enhancing the travel experience for visitors to Hai Phong.
In particular, the train has two VIP cars, each equipped with 16 single sofas and 5 long sofas, creating 20 seats distributed in three different areas.
The "Hoa Phuong Do" train is not only a regular means of transport but also a unique railway tourism product, invested and comprehensively upgraded by the Railway Transport Joint Stock Company. With a luxurious design, modern amenities and high-class services, "Hoa Phuong Do" promises to bring visitors unforgettable experiences on their journey to explore the port city of Hai Phong.
The VIP cabin features classy interiors, natural wood floors, a bar serving guests and performing musicians, along with free Wifi service.
A representative of the Railway Transport Joint Stock Company said that the train's ticket prices are being carefully studied to match the service quality, ensuring customer satisfaction. "Red Flamboyant Flower" is not just a trip, but also a journey of enjoyment, where every moment is cherished and appreciated.
The sea wave motif, a typical image of Hai Phong, is also cleverly decorated on the ship, enhancing the connection with the port city.
In recent years, the Hanoi - Hai Phong railway has become an attractive destination for culinary tourism lovers. In 2024, this route welcomed more than 1.5 million passengers, showing the strong attraction of railway tourism. Hai Phong City expects that, with the launch of "Hoa Phuong Do", the number of tourists will continue to grow strongly, contributing to promoting the development of the local tourism industry.
To increase the attraction of railway tourism, the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Hai Phong also organized the Hai Phong Food Festival 2025 from May 9 to May 14 at Hai Phong Station, No. 75 Luong Khanh Thien Street, Ngo Quyen. The event is expected to have 40 food stalls, introducing specialties of Hai Phong and other localities.
