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This luxury train was first built in Japan in 1972 and operated as the Silver Star train in New Zealand. It's carriages were then remodelled and designed by Gérard Gallet, the man behind much of the design and refurbishment of both the British Pullman and the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

 

The inspiration for the interiors is derived from the East. The carriage walls are decorated with veneers of wooden marquetry with Eastern designs, while the bar and restaurant cars are decorated in Chinese and Thai lacquer using Malaysian motifs with Thai wall carvings and engraved mirrors. The open-deck of the Observation Car also has an Oriental theme, and for much of the train local materials have been used.

On board the Eastern & Oriental Express, the atmosphere harks back to a 'Colonial' age of rattan chairs on the verandah, linen suits and tea dances. The on board cuisine continues the same very high standards already established by the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Europe.

 

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Compartments

Accommodation on board the Eastern & Oriental Express is in one of three grades of beautifully appointed compartments: Presidential Suite, State Compartments and Pullman Compartments. All are air-conditioned, have an en suite shower room, washbasin and WC. During dinner your steward will transform your compartment from daytime seating to a comfortable bedroom. Large windows offer excellent views of the ever-changing countryside. Facilities include a 24-hour steward service, international electric sockets (220 volts) and 110 volt adapter for razors, personal safe and hairdryer. The Presidential Suite also has a complimentary bar.

Presidential Suite

The E&O has two Presidential Suites which are 11.6 square metres. Daytime seating converts to two single beds at floor level at night, with a separate dressing room. There is ample room to entertain one or two of your fellow guests in daytime configuration. Equipped with all the same facilities as the Pullman and State Compartments, with the addition of a complimentary bar.

State Compartment

The E&O has 28 State Compartments which are 7.8 square metres. Daytime seating converts to two single beds at floor level at night.

Pullman Compartment

The E&O has 36 Pullman Compartments which 5.8 square metres. Daytime seating converts to one upper and one lower bed at night.

Observation Car

As you journey through the tropical countryside and jungle terrain, past ancient temples, rivers and rice paddies experience the ever-changing scenery from the open-sided Observation Car.
Another of the other many pleasures of your journey is meeting your fellow passengers and the Observation Car, perhaps the most popular carriage on board, provides a perfect opportunity to relax and socialise.

The Observation Car also has a lounge bar with a colonial 'verandah' ambience with its wooden flooring and chairs and sofas.


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