 However, the "Blue Train" is an exclusively 1st-class luxury service, on which a considerable premium is payable.The "Trans Karoo" conveyed 3rd class, 2nd class, and 'ordinary' 1st class passengers.Those travelling 1st class on the "Trans Karoo" had private sleeping compartments (converted to seating accommodation during the day) with washing facilities, plus shared showers and lavatories in each carriage.