SPECIAL EXPRESS - 1st class sleeping-car and the most modern 2nd class sleepers, all air-conditioned.
Below: 1st class sleepers have lockable 2-berth compartments with washbasin. There's a shower at the end of the corridor. The berths convert to a sofa for evening & morning use. Interior photos courtesy of Sally & Dominic O'Regan.
Below: 2nd class air-conditioned sleepers of the most modern type, as used on train 1 & 2. There are no compartments - berths are arranged open-plan either side of an aisle. The two seats pull together to form the lower bunk. The upper bunk folds out from the wall above the window. Each bunk has curtains for privacy.
SPECIAL EXPRESS: Fast, modern air-conditioned railcar with comfortable 2nd class reclining seats. Special fares apply, with hostess service of light meals and refreshments included in the fare.
Fast railcar...
...with hostess service...
... and air-con 2nd class seats.
Express Train
This train has a 1st class sleeping car as on special express train and (slightly older) air-conditioned 2nd class sleepers with open-plan upper and lower bunks.