Reseña del tren lujoso Gran Expreso

 

El Gran Expreso ha sido un sinónimo de viajes en tren lujosos por Rusia durante décadas. Este tren nocturno elegante funciona en la ruta ferroviaria de Moscú a San Petersburgo y ofrece a los viajeros una gran comodidad y un servicio de primera clase. En esta reseña, hemos reunido información útil sobre el tren, sus estaciones, las clases de coches y las instalaciones a bordo.

 

Hechos breves sobre el Gran Expreso

— El Gran Expreso, tren de Moscú a San Petersburgo, es en realidad un tren lujoso privado, el tren primero en propiedad privada en Rusia.
— De todos los trenes nocturnos en la ruta, el Gran Expreso es la opción de viaje en tren más lujosa.
— El tren fue lanzado en 2005.
— El tren Gran Expreso se revisa a diario para garantizar su servicio técnico.
— Para cualquier pregunta o asistencia, el personal capacitado y profesional siempre está a bordo del tren.

 

Horario del Gran Expreso

El horario del tren Gran Expreso tiene una salida diaria desde Moscú a San Petersburgo y una desde San Petersburgo a Moscú. Por lo general, este tren nocturno sale alrededor de las 11:40 p.m. de Moscú o San Petersburgo y toma un poco menos de 9 horas para cubrir la distancia de 650 kilómetros entre las ciudades, con un tiempo de viaje promedio entre 8 horas 30 minutos y 8 horas y 56 minutos.

 

Estaciones del Gran Expreso

Los trenes lujosos Gran Expreso parten (o llegan) de la estación Moskovsky en San Petersburgo o la estación Leningradsky en Moscú. A diferencia de la mayoría de los trenes nocturnos en la ruta de Moscú a San Petersburgo, el Gran Expreso es un tren directo que no realiza ninguna parada en el camino.

 

Servicios a bordo del Gran Expreso

El tren Gran Expreso de Moscú a San Petersburgo tiene todo para hacerle sentir como en casa durante el viaje. El tren tiene aire acondicionado, un sistema de ventilación y coches insonorizados. Los pasajeros pueden usar WiFi gratuito que está disponible durante todo el viaje. Además, independientemente de la clase de coche, las cabinas del tren cuentan con cómodos muebles suaves, camas bastante anchas, mesas pequeñas, televisores de pantalla plana, enchufes y luces de lectura individuales. Además de las cabinas bien equipadas, el tren tiene un elegante restaurante llamado "Restogrand" en que los pasajeros pueden disfrutar de comidas de la cocina local y europea. A la mayoría de los pasajeros del tren (excepto a aquellos que viajan en la Clase Económica Básica o la Clase Económica Extra) se les ofrece un desayuno caliente que está incluido en el precio del billete.

 

Clases de viaje del Gran Expreso

Hay 11 tipos de las clases de coches a bordo del tren Gran Expreso.

— Las más extravagantes de todas son las 4 cabinas Grand Imperial, cada una para 2 pasajeros.
— Las clases más populares incluyen cabinas de la Clase Premium para 2 pasajeros y cabinas de la Clase Económica Plus para 4 pasajeros con dos camas superiores y dos camas bajas.

 

Travel Classes Onboard Grand Express Train

    • Grand Single Cabin
    • Grand Express Grand Cabin (img 1)
    • Grand Express Grand Cabin (img 3)

    Gran Single/Doble

    There are 6 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train. Each is designed for 1 passenger and is 1.5 times larger than ordinary cabins. The private cabins feature a transforming sofa (width: 110 cm when converted), an upper bunk bed (width: 80 cm, foldable), a closet for storing your belongings, an air-conditioner, free Wi-Fi, a safe, sockets for 220V and USB, a TV and media streamer, as well as a private bathroom with a bidet, sink, and shower. Travelers are provided with a bed-linen set, towel set, a bathrobe, a pair of slippers, newspapers, and a travel kit with a toothbrush and other vanity kit items. The ticket price includes a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (juice, water, tea & coffee). The VIP bar and Bistro restaurant are in the neighboring train car.
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Grand Express 2nd class sleeper (img 1)
    • Grand Express 2nd class sleeper (img 2)
    • Grand Express 2nd class sleeper (img 3)

    4-bed Sleeper +

    There are 9 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train, each designed for 4 passengers. The shared cabins feature 2 lower berths (width: 70 cm) and 2 upper berths (width: 70 cm), free Wi-Fi, 4 individual sockets for 220V and 2 USB sockets for the lower berths, a TV and media streamer. Travelers are provided with a bed-linen set, a towel, and drinking water (newspapers and a travel kit with necessary vanity kit items such as a toothbrush may be available). The ticket price is indicated per person, the ticket sometimes includes a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (water, tea & coffee). There are two shared bathrooms on both ends of the train car. 
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper (img 1)
    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper (img 2)
    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper (img 3)
    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper
    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper

    1ª clase (SV)

    There are 9 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train, each designed for 2 passengers. The shared cabins feature two sofas (width: 70 cm), two coat racks, an air-conditioner, free Wi-Fi, sockets for 220V and USB, a TV and media streamer. Travelers are provided with a bed-linen set, a towel, a pair of slippers, newspapers, and a travel kit with necessary vanity kit items. The ticket price is indicated per person, it is possible to travel alone in the cabin (not to share it with someone else) by booking two tickets. The ticket includes a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (water, tea & coffee). There are two shared bathrooms on both ends of the train car. Bistro restaurant is in the neighboring train cars.
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Grand Express Grand Cabin (img 1)
    • Grand Express Grand Cabin (img 2)
    • Grand Express Grand Cabin (img 3)

    Cabina Grande

    There are 6 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train. Each is designed for 2 passengers and is 1.5 times larger than ordinary cabins. The private cabins feature a transforming sofa (width: 110 cm when converted), an upper bunk bed (width: 80 cm, foldable), a closet for storing your belongings, an air-conditioner, free Wi-Fi, a safe, sockets for 220V and USB, a TV and media streamer, as well as a private bathroom with a bidet, washbasin, and non-walk-in shower. Travelers are provided with 2 bed-linen sets, 2 towel sets, 2 bathrobes, 2 pairs of slippers, newspapers, and a travel kit with 2 toothbrushes and other vanity kit items. The ticket price is indicated for the entire cabin (not per person) and includes a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (juice, water, tea & coffee). The VIP bar and Bistro restaurant are in the neighboring train car.
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Grand Express VIP Cabin (img 1)
    • Grand Express VIP Cabin (img 2)
    • Grand Express VIP Cabin (img 3)
    • Grand Express VIP Cabin (img 4)

    2-bed Cabin +

    There are 9 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train, each designed for 2 passengers. The private cabins feature a transforming sofa, an upper bunk bed, a closet for storing your belongings, an air-conditioner, free Wi-Fi, a safe, sockets for 220V and USB, a TV and media streamer, as well as a washbasin. Travelers are provided with 2 bed-linen sets, 2 towel sets, 2 pairs of slippers, newspapers, and a travel kit with necessary vanity kit items. The ticket price is indicated for the entire cabin (not per person) and includes a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (water, tea & coffee). The Bistro restaurant is in the neighboring train cars.
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper (img 1)
    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper (img 2)
    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper (img 3)
    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper
    • Grand Express 1st class sleeper

    Clase Business (1a clase)

    There are 9 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train, each designed for 2 passengers. The shared cabins feature two sofas (width: 80 cm), two coat racks, an air-conditioner, free Wi-Fi, a safe, sockets for 220V and USB, a TV and media streamer. Travelers are provided with a bed-linen set, a towel, a pair of slippers, newspapers, and a travel kit with necessary vanity kit items. The ticket includes a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (water, tea & coffee).  There are two shared bathrooms on both ends of the train car. The VIP bar and Bistro restaurant are in the neighboring train cars.
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin
    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin
    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin
    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin

    Cabina Gran Imperial

    There are 4 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train. Each is designed for 2 passengers and is 2 times larger than ordinary cabins. The private cabins feature a transforming leather sofa (width: 110 cm when converted), an upper bunk bed (width: 80 cm, foldable), a closet for storing your belongings, an air-conditioner, free Wi-Fi, a safe, a hairdryer, sockets for 220V and USB, a TV, DVD, and media streamer, as well as a private bathroom with a bidet, washbasin, and a walk-in shower. Travelers are provided with 2 bed-linen sets, hypoallergic pillow, 2 towel sets, 2 bathrobes, 2 pairs of slippers, newspapers, and a travel kit with necessary vanity kit items. The ticket price is indicated for the entire cabin (not per person) and includes a dinner in the cabin and a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (juice, water, tea & coffee). Moreover, upon arrival, a free transfer by a business class car is available, you may book it with the car attendant. The VIP bar and the Bistro restaurant are available in the neighboring train cars.
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Premium Cabine Single
    • Grand Express VIP Cabin (img 1)
    • Grand Express VIP Cabin (img 3)
    • Grand Express VIP Cabin (img 4)

    1-bed Cabin +

    There are 9 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train, each designed for 1 passenger. The private cabins feature a transforming sofa (width: 100 cm when converted), an upper bunk bed (width: 80 cm, foldable), a closet for storing your belongings, an air-conditioner, free Wi-Fi, a safe, sockets for 220V and USB, a TV and media streamer, as well as a private bathroom with a washbasin. Travelers are provided with a bed-linen set, a towel set, a pair of slippers, newspapers, and a travel kit with necessary vanity kit items. The ticket price includes a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (water, tea & coffee). The VIP bar and Bistro restaurant are in the neighboring train cars.
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Grand Imperial Cabin Single
    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin
    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin
    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin

    1-bed Imperial Cabin

    There is 1 compartment of this type on the Grand Express train. It is designed for 1 passenger and is 2 times larger than ordinary cabins. The private cabin features an Ergomotion bed (width: 90 cm, length: 195 cm, when converted), it is adjustable by remote control and has a massage function. There is also an air-conditioner, a closet for storing your belongings, free Wi-Fi, a safe, a hairdryer, sockets for 220V and USB, a TV and media streamer, as well as a private bathroom with a bidet, washbasin, and a walk-in shower. Travelers are provided with a bed-linen set, hypoallergic pillow, a towel set, a bathrobe, a pair of slippers, newspapers, and a travel kit with necessary vanity kit items. The ticket price includes a dinner in the cabin and a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (juice, water, tea & coffee). The VIP bar and the Bistro restaurant are available in the neighboring train cars.
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin
    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin
    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin
    • Grand Express Grand Imperial Cabin

    2-bed Deluxe Cabin

    There are 4 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train. Each is designed for 2 passengers and is 2 times larger than ordinary cabins. The private cabins feature a transforming Alcantara sofa (width: 110 cm when converted), an upper bunk bed (width: 80 cm, foldable), a closet for storing your belongings, an air-conditioner, free Wi-Fi, a safe, a hairdryer, sockets for 220V and USB, a TV, DVD, and media streamer, as well as a private bathroom with a bidet, washbasin, and a walk-in shower. Travelers are provided with 2 bed-linen sets, 2 towel sets, 2 bathrobes, 2 pairs of slippers, newspapers, and a travel kit with necessary vanity kit items. The ticket price is indicated for the entire cabin (not per person) and includes a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (juice, water, tea & coffee). The VIP bar is in this train car, the Bistro restaurant is available in the neighboring train car.
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required

    • Grand Express 2nd class sleeper (img 1)
    • Grand Express 2nd class sleeper (img 2)
    • Grand Express 2nd class sleeper (img 3)

    2ª clase (Kupe+)

    There are 9 compartments of this type on the Grand Express train, each designed for 4 passengers. The shared cabins feature 2 lower berths (width: 70 cm) and 2 upper berths (width: 70 cm), free Wi-Fi, 4 individual sockets for 220V and 2 USB sockets for the lower berths, a TV and media streamer. Travelers are provided with a bed-linen set, a towel, and drinking water (newspapers and a travel kit with necessary vanity kit items such as a toothbrush may be available). The ticket price is indicated per person, the ticket sometimes includes a hot breakfast, snacks, and soft drinks (water, tea & coffee). There are two shared bathrooms on both ends of the train car. 
    The carrier declares that it conducts a thorough sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of all common areas on its trains, including surfaces, seats, handles, windows, tables, luggage compartments, bathrooms and operator cabins.
    Mask is required