Curitiba Travel Forum

Dear members,

I have tried this website http://www.serraverdeexpress.com.br
I also gave it to my travel agent In Brazil. I want 2 tickets on the left side for the train journey. This has been recommended in these forums as well as Lonely planet guide. My travel agent In Brazil says that seats are allocated in random and is unable to promise me seats on the left side. I am planning that particular journey for 25th May'07. I think being so much in advance there should be a way for it. Or is it first come first served and you can choose your seats?

Is ther any 1 st class compartments or all seats are passenger class/economy class?
input much appreciated.

I've taken the train ride twice, sat on the right side both times. It wasn't a problem because the views are spectacular on both sides, and people on the left side were both times nice enough to allow us from the right side to scoot in and take photos during the really breathtaking portions of the ride. So really, it's not too much of a difference where you sit. Everyone is friendly and will get a chance for good photo opportunities.

I fully agree with VDV - but please read my page

I can see where the train to Paranagua is not as "spectacular" as Lonely Planet claims. It is beautiful, but probably not as breathtaking as some would expect. I think the train ride is worth it just to have the opportunity to eat barreado in Morretes, though, don't you think Luc? ;)

Yep - and greetz from belgium ¨^