The Danube Express normally comprises up to twelve cars. The cars provide a high level of comfort and convenience, consisting of three deluxe sleeping cars, two classic sleeping cars, restaurant car and lounge car. All are new or refurbished and fully air-conditioned.
Each sleeping car has a fully dedicated member of staff who will be at your service throughout the journey, in charge of housekeeping and that all-important wake-up call.
Classic Sleeping Cars
These historic cars date from the 1950s and were once part of the Hungarian government fleet used by officials and visiting dignitaries on state business. Fully refurbished they retain many of their original features including wooden panels and elegant furniture.
Each two-berth compartment provides a private, onboard haven of peace and quiet, with a banquette style sofa and large, opening windows which enable you to make the most of the changing views outside. There is a washbasin and towels and a selection of toiletries are also provided. With a mirror and an electric socket (230v), plus hanging space for clothes and overhead racks to store luggage, you have everything you need. Shower and toilet facilities are available in each car, just a short distance down the corridor.
During dinner, your dedicated sleeping car attendant transforms the compartment from a living room to a cosy bedroom with upper and lower berths for night time use and, in the morning, wakes you with an early morning cup of tea or coffee.
There are a limited number of adjoining two-berth compartments with connecting doors, ideally suited to a group of four friends travelling together - please enquire about availability.
There are two types of Classic sleeping car:
One is air-conditioned with nine two-berth compartments. With some allocated as singles, average occupancy is usually around 12 persons.
The other has a lounge area with a table and seating for ten, plus just four two-berth compartments with washbasin and a VIP single with private shower and WC. The latter is perfect for single occupancy with a small table, full length wardrobe and a comfortable sofa converting into a large single bed for night time use. These cars are ideal for the exclusive use of small groups - please enquire about pricing and availability.
