The Majestic Imperator

As one approaches the train with its formidable black steam engine billowing smoke,  the atmosphere of the past is redolent of romance and mystery.  As one enters the train, one’s breath is taken away by the sumptuous elegance of a  bygone era.  These luxury carriages  are based on the imperial train of the Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth of Austria, the Imperial Express.  Surrounded by the splendour of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy, one can enjoy the magic of days gone by.   The Majestic Imperator journeys are  accompanied by unforgettable Viennese waltzes.

Itinerary

The G0dollo Palace

Austria to Hungary

What a fantastic way to spend a day, visiting  this  fine example of Hungarian Baroque, the favourite summer residence of Empress Elizabeth (Sissi) and Emperor Franz Joseph.  After a wonderful breakfast on board this majestic train, and arrival at Godollo, guests are escorted to the Palace where they enjoy cocktails followed by a tour of the Palace and an exhibition on ‘The World of Empress Elizabeth and her ladies’.  Coffee and cake is served in the atmospheric Palace Cafe

Upon returning to the train, a delicious three-course dinner is served by candlelight.

Dates and Tariff

2012 – June 7.  Euros 279 per person (inc taxes)

Solstice Cruises in the Wachau

What a wonderful way to see in the summer solstice, on a steam train to Splitz .  After a champagne reception on the platform beside the train at Vienna’s Heiligenstadt, we board the train for a four-course dining experience whilst travelling to Splitz an der Donau.   Beside the Danube, guests enjoy fireworks and a party, followed by a snack on the train on the way back to Vienna, where we arrive at 00.55hrs.

Dates and Tariff:

2012 – 23 June.  Euros 194 per person  (inc taxes)

The Kaiser’s Birthday

As guests approach this  elegant train, they are greeted by the uplifting sound of an imperial marching band, and a drink’s reception.

Upon boarding, breakfast is served as the train steams to Bad Ischl, the royal summer residence.  Here one can wander around this beautiful palace, before rejoining the train for a sumptuous dinner to the accompaniment of Viennese music.

Dates and Tariff:

2012 – 18 August.  Euros 250 per person (inc taxes)

Murder Mystery

Enjoy the mysterious countesses, poison-mixing villains, quirky cab driver, cheeky ballad singer and windy Vienna pimps and Mizzi in the old K & K-town mischief to unravel long-forgotten secrets.
An exquisite four-course dinner with drinks is served with this eclectic mix of mystery gives the guests an evening to remember.

Departure: 19.30 hrs at Wien Heiligenstadt

Dates and Tariff:

2012 – September 20.  Euro 225 per person (inc taxes)

New Year’s Express

An evening to remember as we enter  the New Year in such style.  The festive surroundings offset this last tour of the season.  The elegance of evening dress lends to this magical evening, with a multi-course gala dinner whilst we tour Vienna.  On a bridge  over the Danube, just before the clocks chime midnight and bring in the New Year, we stop  to watch the fantastic firework displays in the skies of this wonderful Austrian city.

Then as we wander back to Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof, we partake of  a traditional  goulash soup and Sacherwürstel and in the Piano Bar  live music is played so that one can gently dance in atmospheric surroundings.

Dates and Tariff:

2012 – 31 December.  Euros  298 per person (inc taxes)

The Ambassador Car

Ambassador seats up to 36 guests for fine dining and features a beautiful piano bar. Part of the original curtain of the Emperor’s balcony at the Vienna State Opera is prominently displayed, featuring the hand woven crest of the Monarch.

The Salon Elisabeth

Salon Elisabeth has 24 dining seats in the salon and 24 luxury compartment seats in 4 private compartments and is named for the legendary Empress Elisabeth, lovingly known as “Sissy”, the travelling Empress. The original curtain from the Emperor’s balcony in the Vienna State Opera hangs in the Salon, with freshwater pearls from the Danube.

Equipage

Bar & Ballroom

Equipage seats 36 guests, and has a bar. The curtains are the same as at the Schönbrunn Castle, the summer residence of the Habsburg rulers. Tables and chairs can be moved as required, for lectures, a ballroom dance floor or other arrangement of choice.

Excelsior Car

Dining, bar & dance floor, with 360 degree panoramic views.

Excelsior replicates a carriage in the original Imperial Train which took over 6000 hours to redesign .  Excelsior seats up to 43 guests for dining.  There is a bar and a dance floor with a BOSE music system.  The original mirror of Empress Elisabeth’s carriage hangs in Excelsior.

Salon 1

Bar and salon with 360 degree panoramic views.

Salon 1 is a replica of Emperor Franz Josef I.’s 1905 parlour car designed for up to 14 people.  Salon I was manufactured in Prague by Ringhofer-Smichow, which also constructed the original Imperial Train in 1891.  Amenities include 14 dinner seats and 18 regular seats in the coupés.  There is a bar, a vcr, a cloakroom and two lavatories.  The additional 18 seats in 3 luxury compartments exude cosiness, known as “Gemütlichkeit”, for which Austria’s coffee-houses are famous.

Private Train Charters

The Train caters for private and corporate groups from 20 (or less) to up to 150 guests. Larger groups can be accommodated with additional heritage carriages. The carriages are built to modern standards, allowing one or more to be attached to regular scheduled trains for smaller groups.

Picture Gallery

In addition to the  photos in the gallery at the top of this page, there are  many more images here showing the Majestic Imperator in its full glory.

Photos include layouts of cabins and seating. See more Majestic Imperator images

Booking & Reservations

We take bookings for the Majestic Imperator including individual bookings as well as corporate and private train charters on request.

Contact us in the UK : +44 (0)1249 890176 or info@luxurytrainclub.com

We’ll be happy to answer any questions and make arrangements for you.