Hanoi (VNA) – The first episode ofa documentary programme on a north-south journey throughout Vietnam by trainwas aired on the evening of July 16.
The 52-episode programme was produced by theVietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) and Vietnam Television’s VTV24 news centre.
It tells the stories of people, whoexperience the journey, alongside invited guests, who are writers, poets andcultural researchers.
A train is crossing Hai Van mountain pass (Photo: vtv.vn)
Along the north-south railway, built in thelate 19th century and one of the most ancient routes of its kind inthe world, the cultural features of each destination are depicted.
To help viewers plan their own journey, theTV programme also gives information on local weather, tours and populardestinations.
Foreign tourists inside a train cabin (Photo: vtv.vn)
Its episodes are scheduled to be broadcast onVTV1 every Monday starting at 8:05 p.m and VTV3 every Tuesday starting at 6:50a.m.
The UK-based Telegraph newspaper recentlyincluded Vietnam’s North-South railway line on its list of the top ten besttrain journeys in Asia for international visitors in 2018.
On the website www.telegraph.co.uk, a touris recommended on the express train Thong Nhat (Reunification) connecting Hanoiand HCM City, and running through many Vietnam’s famous tourist destinationssuch as Hue, Da Nang and Nha Trang. The train takes passengers on a 1,600-kmjourney along peaceful landscapes of ancient pagodas, paddy fields and farmerswearing conical hats, as well as beautiful coastline and mountains.
Vietnam’s railway line boasts a deep-rootedhistory, with the first railway section spanning 70 km from Saigon to theMekong Delta city of My Tho was built by the French in 1881, marking the birthof the country’s railway system. -VNA
The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) is set to put six new passenger trains into operation on the North-South route on January 10, 2018, in an effort to improve service quality.
Six trains with "five-star" quality was put into opeation on Thong Nhat (North-South) route on January 10. They are expected to meet demand for quality services and conveniences.
The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) has launched 30 new high-quality carriages on the Thong Nhat (North-South) route and plans to officially put them into operation on the Hanoi-Da Nang route starting July 9.
The first and only direct service connecting the two countries at the moment is set to operate three times per week using the modern wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Mu Cang Chai is home to nearly 83,000 hectares of forest, including almost 60,000 hectares of unspoiled natural woodland. Recognising this potential, local authorities have embraced a holistic strategy that protects biodiversity while promoting tourism.
Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia. As the largest island in Vietnam, it boasts stunning natural beauty, with expansive coral reefs resting beneath the sea and a number of beautiful, poetic beaches such as Sao, Truong, and Khem, known for their fine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of ATOR and CEO of the Intourist travel agency, highlighted Vietnam as a top destination offering a unique blend of beach holidays and cultural excursions.
According to Seoul’s Tourism Industry Department, approximately 20,000 Vietnamese visitors travel to the city each year for medical treatment. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest number of medical tourists to Seoul.
An analysis of accommodation search data based on check-in dates for June and July revealed that Nha Trang surpassed all other destinations in popularity among Korean users.
The programme is organised by the Khanh Hoa provincial Youth Union and the “Khanh Hoa people speak English” Project, and aims to promote the culture, history, cuisine and other tourism products of Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa to international visitors.
VNAT Director General Nguyen Trung Khanh called visa a golden ticket to pulling in crowds, but he is clear that it needs coordinated efforts across multiple sectors to keep the momentum going in this fast-moving global travel scene.
As a tourism hub, Hanoi is now actively developing strategies to attract Muslim travellers. In recent years, the city has seen a notable uptick in visitors from countries with large Muslim populations.
When tourists witness firsthand the passion and care of farmers, they’re willing to pay higher prices because they see the genuine worth behind every product.
During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.
After more than three months of operation, the popularity of the free tours in Bac Ninh province shows no signs of cooling down. Many tourists return every week in hopes of experiencing all the tours and visiting every destination.
Typical products of Phu Tho are being showcased at the Lao Cai International Travel Mart 2025, held in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 5-8.
Featuring 130 stalls and delegations from 120 travel agencies representing more than ten countries and territories, the event is expected to provide a platform for establishing partnerships and attracting more visitors to Lao Cai in the future.
Kicking off the festival on the evening of June 7 will be the grand music concert titled “Nha Trang Say Hi”, featuring popular artists from the trending show “Anh Trai Say Hi”. The event will be broadcast live nationwide and conclude with a fireworks display over Nha Trang Bay.
Data from Booking.com reveals that during the peak summer vacation in June and July, beach trips continue to be a top priority for Vietnamese travellers.
The northern midland province of Phu Tho has carried out all-round measures to improve tourism infrastructure, services, and offerings, elevating visitor experience and reinforcing the province’s unique cultural identity.
Hanoi has directed lodging providers and tourist destinations to bolster preparations in staffing, service quality, security, and sanitation. Community-based lodging platforms such as Airbnb are also being promoted strongly to expand housing supply during the holiday period.
A scene of the TV programme (Photo: vtv.vn) 
A train is crossing Hai Van mountain pass (Photo: vtv.vn) 
Foreign tourists inside a train cabin (Photo: vtv.vn) 
