Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine is ecstatic to share that The Vietage has been lovingly voted by us as our Luxury Train Experience 2022 surpassing Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and British Pullman, A Belmond Train. While you might not be able to tell just from looking at the train’s exterior, the inside of these carriages have been painstakingly decorated with one-of-a-kind, meticulously decorated interiors, built around the distinctive theme: Opulent Luxury.
With special features ranging from relaxing back massages to gastronomic fine dining with optional wine or cocktail paring, you might even have a hard time believing that you are on a train! This experience is built to pay tribute to the elegance of Vietnamese culture, by incorporating traditional wooden seat separators combined with modern furnishings as can clearly be seen on-board the train’s wash-room. Every passenger will get a plush blanket, neck pillow, bath slippers just like the ones you use flying first class on an airline.
Gaze at the passing countryside scenery while sipping some bubbles or craft beers by the bar located at the center of the carriage. Another eye-catching feature here is the high seats with cosy cushions and a large marble table for you to enjoy your trip. The bar counter is stocked with a variety of locally-produced and international beverages and snacks, which changes with the season. Try the Fresh Herbal Tea which is a refreshing way to begin your trip with aromatic ginger and lemongrass as main ingredients, perfect with the welcome assorted pastries.
One thing you absolutely must try while on The Vietage is the made to order cocktails. Imagine passing through the rice fields watching farmers at work with a glass of All Aboard that is made with gin, cucumber juice, rosemary simple syrup, fresh lime juice, mint leaves and seltzer glass topping. The window-facing seats let you get better views of the splendid waterways and other highland scenery. Mocktails are also available and equally enjoyable.
For foodies seeking a novel train experience, The Vietage offer mouth-watering gourmet meals made with locally-produced and imported ingredients, so you can enjoy a good meal while supporting the local farmers at the same time. In addition, indulge in your meals while the train pass by scenic routes, and offer mesmerising views right from the comfort of your seats. The Vietage is like a fine-dining restaurant train that incorporates the elements of local and luxury into its dining experience. Your journey will tantalise your taste buds with carefully thought-out dishes, and delight you with five-star service from the dedicated staff.
Da Lat Strawberries is highly recommended consisting of coconut yoghurt, subtle Vietnamese basil. Da Lat is a highland region in Vietnam well-known for its fresh fruit. All trips on The Vietage require seat reservations in advance either via it’s website or at Anantara Hoi An Resort and Anantara Quy Nhon Villas. Reservations include your dish selection so that your delectable meal can be prep before hand. English-speaking staff are also available to better assist you with your travel needs. Reservations are on a first-come-first-served basis.
It brings the team at Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine great joy to announce that The Vietage is also in the highly sought after BlackBookAsia’s Unadulterated List 2023, where we highlight the must try experiences for your 2023 travels.
WEBSITE:
https://www.thevietagetrain.com/
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