The Ghan, Australia

The Ghan travels between Adelaide and Darwin on one of the most fascinating luxury train journeys of the world over 3 days, 2 nights.

Connections are available on the Indian Pacific and The Overland for guests travelling to or from Sydney and Melbourne.

The Ghan is perfect for admiring spectacular Australian landscapes, from fertile country around Adelaide to the rusty hues of the Red Centre (named after the red soil and orange-red hues in the centre of Australia) and then onto the tropical splendour of the Top End. The Top End has been constantly occupied for more than 60,000 years. It has spectacular wetlands and Precambrian escarpments up to 1.6 billion years old. Wildlife includes fresh and sea-water crocodiles. Rock art here is amongst the oldest on Earth.

The Ghan is the ultimate luxury train journey through the heart of the Australian continent.

Route & Map

Train Facilities

The Ghan has three levels of service and accommodation – Platinum, Gold and Silver.

The Platinum Service is worthy of being considered luxury train travel like no other Australian train service. Platinum cabins are roughly twice as large as standard Gold twin cabins.

Platinum Cabins

Each Platinum cabin has a double bed, a spacious en suite bathroom and full room service; they have all the modern comforts in a classic style, with a distinctly Australian character.

Passengers are free to decide when to take breakfast, whether a full breakfast in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant or a lighter continental offering served in the privacy of your cabin.

The welcoming Desert Explorer Lounge has a friendly atmosphere for socialising with fellow travellers from around the world or for a quiet spot in which to read a good book.

For dinner, the Queen Adelaide restaurant provides exceptional hospitality and a uniquely Australian, freshly prepared menu, carefully matched with premium Australian wines. There are stewards and an extended menu for in-cabin service.

This 3-day, 2-night exclusive journey delivers both luxury rail travel and a whole new perspective on Australia, from one edge of the vast continent to the other.

Platinum Cabin Accommodation

• Each cabin is 3.65m x 2.1m, including en suite bathroom
• The cabin is a private lounge by day with a moveable table and 2 ottomans
• By night, the cabin converts to either a double bed or twin beds
• The interior is finished in polished Tasmanian Myrtle and plush pile floor coverings
• Cabins have a writing desk, next to the window, to enjoy the view in style or write a postcard
• En suite bathrooms have premium fittings, full size shower, vanity with cupboard space, mirror and toilet facilities
• A large panoramic window offers a unique perspective on the ever-changing Australian landscape
• Cabin have an additional interior window, allowing views on both sides of the train
• Roman blinds and light dimmers set the scene as required

Exceptional Service

• Welcome drink and appetizer on arrival in the cabin
• Full cabin steward service
• Fine Australian wine or light snacks available for purchase from the extended in-cabin menu
• Complimentary nightcap and turndown service provided nightly
• Binoculars and in-cabin entertainment on request
• Each morning, freshly brewed tea/coffee delivered to the cabin
• Complimentary morning and afternoon tea in the cabin
• Optional in-cabin continental breakfast or full breakfast in the Queen Adelaide restaurant
• Priority restaurant seating, check-in and ‘Whistle Stop’ tour bookings
• Hotel transfer to or from The Ghan in Darwin

The Dining Car

Platinum Service guests dine in the beautifully decorated Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car.

All meals are included in the Platinum Service fare.

The frequently-changing menus feature a blend of Australian and International cuisine, cooked by on-board chefs. Quality wines and beverages are available for purchase. Vegetarian, children’s and some special dietary meals can be accommodated – please request these when booking.

Note: breakfast packs will be delivered to cabins on some services to cater for early morning destination arrivals and off-train tour requirements.

A Note On Luggage:

Due to cabin space constraints, it is recommended guests take an ‘overnight bag’ containing all requirements for their journey with them in their cabin and check-in all other luggage. Each guests is permitted to check-in a maximum 40kg luggage free of charge (2 items not exceeding 20kg each). Note: Checked-in luggage cannot be accessed during the journey.

Picture Gallery

In addition to the  photos at the top of this page, see more images of The Ghan here:

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Costs / Prices / Tariff

Price per person, double occupancy, the Platinum service, from AUD $2,054

For a full quote, please contact us on +44 (0)1249 890176.

Booking & Reservations

For information, reservations and booking for The Ghan luxury train tour in Australia, please

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

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