H C M C - train debacle (the great mistake, part2)

Not too many hours after Em nearly had a claustraphobic panic attack inside the real Cu Chi tunnel system, we were on a train at the station looking at a sweaty cabin for 6, with a coffin sized top bunk of a 3 stack, and contemplating an 18 hour journey in such conditions. No view, no alternative seating, all other cabs sold out, face 2 inches from ceiling. No restaurant cab etc etc. And only 3 minute stops along the way.

Five minutes before train departure we got off, and were considering more sane methods of transportation. Didnt lose too much money, but definately the right decision. Mental health would have been severly jeopardized.

Now, back in Ho Chi Minh, plane tickets booked (not too much more than the train), and enjoying a relaxed fifth day in a city we have really enjoyed. Off to Hoi An Saturday evening. Have booked a swanky hotel room, because Sunday June 4th is Em's 30th birthday. Sure to be a memorable one for us both.