The Royal Orient Express Train offers seven days of historic grandeur and regal self-indulgence with numerous luxuries of the court recreated in the saloons. The décor tinged with gold dust and an overpowering sense of antiquity, the beauteous elements of traditional arts and crafts, the embroidered elaboration of the curtains, the picturesque carpets, the delicate crockery, and the picturesque carpets, the delicate crockery, and the liveried attendants specially trained to offer you royal service once enjoyed by Kings and Queens, all combined to recreate the magical aura of the bygone era.

A Mini World
However, human nature is such that while one might like to feel like a King, one would also like to dine on one’s own favourite dishes and desserts, and drink one’s favourite cocktail. That’s why The Royal Orient Express offers an array of continental, Western and Indian ethnic cuisines to choose from, at its quaintly decored restaurant. Its bar, aptly named “The Watering Hole”, is well-stacked with all known brands of liquor, and the in-house library stocks the latest in fiction and non-fiction.

Saloon
Each saloon is named after a lost dynasty or after a historical creation of man or nature. The tourist guide on the train will be able to tell one the interesting stories behind the names of these saloons. There are 14 air-conditioned splendidly decorated saloons and two dinning cars. Each saloon has a kitchenette and four cabins. There is a well-equipped attached bathroom with hot and cold baths between the two cabins.

Cabin
Each cabin or coupe can accommodate three passengers. Generally two passengers are accommodated in each coupe. There are two attendants on call for each saloon. There is also a provision of emergency first aid kit on board. The train manager arranges for emergency or otherwise communication requirements through phone or fax and passengers can contact him via telecom at any hour of the day.

Lounge
The lounge to be used for sitting or recreation is fitted with TV & VCR. Each cabin has music channel speakers and one can listen to the music of one’s choice through these music channels.