“Hanoi: Five City Gates” Cultural Tourist Train Begins Operation on Hanoi – Tu Son Route
13 September, 2025
The “Hanoi: Five City Gates” cultural tourist train officially began operation on the Hanoi – Tu Son (Bac Ninh) route on September 6, offering passengers a unique cultural experience.
Each day, two round-trip journeys depart from Hanoi Station, passing through Gia Lam and Yen Vien, before reaching Tu Son Station (Bac Ninh) and returning.
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The morning train departs Hanoi Station at 8:00 AM and returns at 11:30 AM.
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The afternoon train departs at 1:30 PM and returns at 5:00 PM.
Ticket prices for adults range from 550,000 to 750,000 VND per person, depending on the class of carriage. Onboard, passengers can enjoy art performances, light refreshments, and shuttle service between Tu Son Station and Do Temple.
In Bac Ninh, visitors can explore Do Temple, enjoy traditional Quan ho folk singing, and experience local crafts such as Dong Ho folk painting and making Phu The (husband-and-wife) cakes.
The train draws inspiration from the imagery of ancient Thang Long Citadel, with each carriage named after one of the city’s historical five gates: O Cau Den, O Quan Chuong, O Cau Giay, O Cho Dua, and O Dong Mac — names that evoke the thousand-year cultural heritage of Hanoi and the Red River Delta.
The train features five two-level seating carriages and two dedicated carriages for photo check-ins. Each carriage is individually themed, furnished with luxurious interiors, and offers seating for 40 to 60 passengers.
