The railway organisation operates the north-south railway system.
During the four-month-long upgrading process, the luxury train was equipped with modern facilities, including clean and attractive interiors, an efficient ticketing counter, news bulletins and a cafeteria, as well as televisions, free Wi-Fi, and souvenir and newspaper kiosks.
With professional staff offering five-star services of an international standard, the train can meet the increasing demands of both domestic and international passengers.
The train takes 31 hours to travel from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. Two trains will depart from the two cities daily. The train has 13 cars, 11 passenger cars, two service cars and 31 trained personnel, including the driver.
The ticket costs about VND1.2-1.7 million (US$56-80).
During peak season, the luxury train can accommodate 508 passengers per trip.