Samovars that dispense hot water are also commonly available. But alcohol consumption is limited only to this carriage and smoking is not allowed anywhere in the train.

World Cup fever meant that Brazilian and Mexican fans were still making merry, singing in glee, despite it being the wee hours of the night while others caught up on some rest from the festivities, and it is a good opportunity to make new friends from different parts of the world, if you can find like-minded people who prefer to stay awake.