Collected from years of phone calls to the Palace Tours reservation desk — the real questions, with the short answers first and the deeper reading linked.
Comfort and connection
Wi-Fi? Throughout the train; expect it to dip in mountain stretches — a feature, some guests decide. Sockets? European two-pin in every cabin; pack an adapter (packing guide). Will the movement bother me? The train idles in stations overnight and ambles by day — motion sickness is vanishingly rare aboard.
Money and extras
Tipping? Never required; a shared envelope for the crew at week's end is the custom among guests who wish to. Hidden costs? Practically none — meals, wine, excursions and the bar are all in the fare (the full list).
Logistics
Luggage? No weigh-ins, but soft bags suit the cabins best. Laundry? None aboard — pack the full week. Mobility? Be honest with yourself and read our frank guide. Alone? The train is a solo traveller's friend — here is why.
Reserving
Lead time? Six months for peak dates is prudent. The whole process — deposits, confirmations, why authorized sourcing matters — is in the booking guide, and anything unanswered reaches a human at Palace Tours fast.
