By rail · OVERNIGHT & SLEEPER TRAINS

The World’s 15 Best Overnight & Sleeper Trains

36 rail days  ·  from $55 a seat

A berth buys you the distance and the hotel night in one fare. These 15 compare the two-berth and four-berth cabins against the seated coaches, with the fare, the boarding time and what is provided on board.

From Hanoi: Sapa Hill Tribes 2-Day Tour by Overnight Train - Lao Cai to Sapa: a dramatic morning transfer
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From Hanoi: Sapa Hill Tribes 2-Day Tour by Overnight Train

1.Sapa Hill Tribes 2-Day Tour by Overnight Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 62 reviews · from $199Our pick

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by air-conditioned sleeper train, then walk through Cat Cat, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai with a local guide. Meet H’Mong, Black H’Mong, Red Dzao, Tay, and Dzay communities, with hotel or homestay options and shared or private train cabins.

“Overall a great trip! The night train is certainly an experience, but don't necessarily expect to get a lot of sleep on the train. The organization of the trip worked out well. The hotel was nice and the view of the rice fields was fantastic. The guide was enthusiastic, attentive and spoke good English. The trekking is quite challenging in the humidity and the heat. At the beginning of the trek we were joined by some local women. There is apparently a sort of informal arrangement that they watch out over the group. In return they sell bags at the end of the walk. This made it all feel a…”

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6- Days Aswan , Abu Simbel , Cruise , Luxor & Round Sleeper Train - Aswan: the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae
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6- Days Aswan , Abu Simbel , Cruise , Luxor & Round Sleeper Train

2.6- Days Aswan , Abu Simbel , Cruise , Luxor & Round Sleeper Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · from $645Top rated

Travel from Cairo to Aswan by sleeper train, spend three nights on a five-star Nile cruise, and finish in Luxor before returning by train. An English-speaking Egyptologist guide, station transfers, meals, and visits to Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and more are included. Abu Simbel and hot-air balloon rides cost extra.

“We had the best tour guide that anybody could ask for his name is Magdy. He was so educated in his line of work. Spoke clear English and made sure you understood everything about the tour. He knew a lot of the locals everywhere that were working at all the venues that we attended. All meals were included during the duration of stay. Cruise was wonderful and staff were very caring and considerate.”

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Cairo : Luxor East and West Banks Tour & Overnight SLEEPER Train Rounded trip - Valley of the Kings: tombs beneath the Theban hills
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Cairo : Luxor East and West Banks Tour & Overnight SLEEPER Train Rounded trip

3.Luxor East and West Banks Tour & Overnight SLEEPER Train Rounded trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $350

Travel from Cairo to Luxor and back by overnight sleeper train, with station transfers, meals, a private air-conditioned vehicle, and an Egyptologist guide such as Hany. In one packed day, visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak, and Luxor Temple.

“The day in Luxor was great! It’s amazing how much you can see in just one day. Hany is a very good guide and knows his Egyptology, he explained a lot and answered all our questions. And when we were done early with the program he even oRead more”

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Sa Pa Trekking 2 Days 3 Nights Homestay by Night Train - Day one: from Vega Travel’s Hanoi office to the night train
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Sa Pa Trekking 2 Days 3 Nights Homestay by Night Train

4.Sa Pa Trekking 2 Days 3 Nights Homestay by Night Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $165

Travel from Hanoi to Sa Pa by night train, then trek 5 to 6 hours through four hamlets near Giang Ta Chai. You’ll meet Hmong and Dzao communities, sleep with a local family, and trek another 3 to 4 hours on day three. Guides Tù and Tang Thi are noted for friendly, flexible service.

“This trip was very profesional due to our Guide “A” Tang Thi and the owner of the Vega Travel “Tu”.”

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Private Overnight Train Hanoi To Sapa Or Return - What is included inside the compartment
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Private Overnight Train Hanoi To Sapa Or Return

5.Private Overnight Train Hanoi To Sapa Or Return

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 10 reviews

You travel in a private two or four berth sleeper cabin from Hanoi Railway Station to Lao Cai, the rail gateway for Sapa. The train leaves at 10:40 p.m. and arrives at 6:30 a.m. Snacks, bottled water, bedding, air conditioning, and basic shared toilets are included. Luong may contact you with ticket details.

“Travelled on overnight train to and from Hanoi-Sapa with teens who are both over 6 foot. Damitrans cabin better option as longer beds. Train was surprisingly noisy and rattly. Also wasn’t expecting it to be so rocky, definitely not the gentle roRead more”

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3 Days Sapa Tour with Night Train from Hanoi - Arriving in Lao Cai and reaching Sapa
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3 Days Sapa Tour with Night Train from Hanoi

6.3 Days Sapa Tour with Night Train from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $189

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by overnight train, then hike through terraced countryside and ethnic minority villages with an English-speaking guide. The tour includes return train tickets, boutique accommodation, meals, entrance fees, and air-conditioned transfers. Expect a small group, though the stated limit varies between 10 and 15 people.

“The sights are amazing. It is not a 2 day tour, though. First day was great. A full day trekking. The second day is a gentle stroll for around 1 hour. Feel a bit short changed because of that.”

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Explore Sa Pa with Overnight Train & Sleeper Bus & Trekking - Ma Tra and Ta Phin bring two communities into view
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Explore Sa Pa with Overnight Train & Sleeper Bus & Trekking

7.Explore Sa Pa with Overnight Train & Sleeper Bus & Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 7 reviews · from $145

Travel from Hanoi to Sa Pa by soft-sleeper train, visit Ma Tra, Ta Phin, Lao Chai, and Ta Van with a local English-speaking guide, then return by sleeper bus. You get village walks, mountain views, local meals, and a 3-star hotel, with Fansipan available at extra cost.

“Very good organization and contact with the organizer. Tour process and guide in Sapa ok, hotel ok, train and bus (with rest berths) a bit borderline. But that's just how it is.”

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Egypt 8 D: Cairo, Aswan,Abu Simbel, cruise, Luxor & Sleeper Train - Three nights on the Nile keep the route moving
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Egypt 8 D: Cairo, Aswan,Abu Simbel, cruise, Luxor & Sleeper Train

8.Egypt 8 D: Cairo, Aswan,Abu Simbel, cruise, Luxor & Sleeper Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $999

You’ll combine Cairo’s pyramids and museums with a three-night Nile cruise, Aswan’s Philae Temple, Luxor’s great temples, and overnight sleeper trains. Guides such as Sam, Ashraf, and Talaat Abdo have been praised for clear explanations and patient help. Expect a busy schedule and separate entrance fees.

“The trip was very well organized and we had a great time! Our first driver was very good and extremely helpful (Islam). Our tour guides helped us with everything we needed and provided great information, especially our guide during the Nile Cruise (Tallaat Abdo), who was Read more”

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Kings of Ancient Egypt : 6 Days Cairo and Luxor Guided Tours & Overnight Train - The Great Sphinx and the oldest stone pyramid
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Kings of Ancient Egypt : 6 Days Cairo and Luxor Guided Tours & Overnight Train

9.Kings of Ancient Egypt : 6 Days Cairo and Luxor Guided Tours & Overnight Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $399

Travel from Cairo to Luxor and back in six busy days, with guided visits to the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, Islamic and Coptic Cairo, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Guides may include Sam, Khaled Elsaady, Ayman, Doja, or Talaat Abdo. Hotels, transfers, breakfast, and first-class seated trains are included.

“Awesome experience. Great tour guide. All the temples were a sight to see. True world wonders. The tour guide was great, very knowledgeable.”

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2 days 3 Nights Sapa Trekking Tour by Night Train from Hanoi - Cat Cat village and the first four-hour walk
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2 days 3 Nights Sapa Trekking Tour by Night Train from Hanoi

10.2 days 3 Nights Sapa Trekking Tour by Night Train from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · from $178

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by overnight train, then hike through Cat Cat, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai. You will see rice fields and learn about Hmong, Black Hmong, Dzao, and Dzay life. The group has up to 10 people, with guides such as Mr Nam and Mr Phaj handling different sections.

“Booked this Booked this for family of 10. The agent was Charming Vietnam Travel on 0912634509.”

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Sapa Trekking Tour by Night Train from Hanoi 3 Nights - 2 days - Lao Chai and Ta Van through the Muong Hoa Valley
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Sapa Trekking Tour by Night Train from Hanoi 3 Nights – 2 days

11.Sapa Trekking Tour by Night Train from Hanoi 3 Nights – 2 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $240

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by shared four-person sleeper cabin, then spend two days walking through Cat Cat, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai. Local guides such as Chang and Trang explain Hmong, Dao, and Giay culture. You get one Sapa hotel night and two train nights.

“This trip was fantastic. Our local Sa Pa guide Trang was amazing we felt so looked after by her. Trangs knowledge, communication and her passion for her community was outstanding. We didn’t feel like “just another tourist” as Trang heRead more”

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Cairo : 3-Days Cairo and Luxor Guided Tours by Overnight Train - Meeting the Sphinx and Valley Temple
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Cairo : 3-Days Cairo and Luxor Guided Tours by Overnight Train

12.3-Days Cairo and Luxor Guided Tours by Overnight Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $299

You spend one full day with a Cairo guide at Giza and the Egyptian Museum, then explore Luxor with a guide on both banks before taking a first-class seated train back. Ashraf and Ramadan are among the named guides, and hotel and station transfers are included.

“Los guías son los mejores, tanto Ashraf como Ramadán, fueron muy amables con nuestros hijos y nos cuidaron durante nuestra visita.”

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Sapa - Bac Ha Trek Tour - Night Train & Bus & Homestay overnight - Lao Chai and the Muong Hoa Valley
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Sapa – Bac Ha Trek Tour – Night Train & Bus & Homestay overnight

13.Bac Ha Trek Tour – Night Train & Bus & Homestay overnight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $54Best value

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by overnight train or bus, then trek with a local English-speaking guide through Cat Cat, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai. Sleep in a basic homestay, eat most meals, and take a private car to Bac Ha Market and Hoang A Tuong’s Castle.

“the weather was a bit rain, but it's nothing to amazing view in Sapa, very well organized!! will recommend this”

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Full day Luxor tour from Cairo by a sleeper train - Colossi of Memnon: a quick first stop
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Full day Luxor tour from Cairo by a sleeper train

14.Full day Luxor tour from Cairo by a sleeper train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $307

Travel from Cairo to Luxor by sleeper train, then explore the Colossi of Memnon, Hatshepsut’s temple, three royal tombs, and Karnak with an Egyptologist guide. Tutankhamun’s tomb is optional and costs extra. Lunch, transport in Luxor, entry fees, and pickup are included, but train tickets are not.

“Excellent experience with Azab. A lot of knowledge of Ancient Egyptian history and culture. Very friendly and despite being a full day of sightseeing its a relaxing time. None of the rushing of usual tour guides.”

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2-Day Amazing Sapa Trek With Sleeper Train From Hanoi - Overnight At Homestay - Y Linh Ho and the first rice terraces
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2-Day Amazing Sapa Trek With Sleeper Train From Hanoi – Overnight At Homestay

15.2-Day Amazing Sapa Trek With Sleeper Train From Hanoi – Overnight At Homestay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $161

Travel from Hanoi to Sapa by shared sleeper train, then hike through Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Giang Ta Chai. You’ll spend one night in a Ta Van homestay, eat most meals, and return by train. The group is limited to 15, but station transfers may require some self-navigation.

“Viator does not take care of their customers all through. They leave them to commute to railway stations and board the train by themselves and at the arriving end to find taxi and go to the place of stay. We saw every other passenger/foreigRead more”

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