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Great Southern Rail
GREAT SOUTHERN RAIL

Great Southern Rail

Great Southern Rail offers journeys beyond into the wide expanse of the Australian Outback with The Ghan and Indian Pacific. Experience the very best Australia has to offer in a level of comfort only rail travel can provide. Whether you choose to travel from the tropical reaches of Darwin to the wine capital of Adelaide, or from shores of the Indian Ocean to the Pacific coast, your time aboard one of the world’s great rail journeys will deliver a truly iconic Australian holiday beyond expectations. Guests on The Ghan and Indian Pacific can enjoy a range of Outback Experiences that are included in all Platinum and Gold Service fares. New Outback Experiences allow guests to leave the train to connect with remote Outback destinations during the magnificent hours of sunrise and sunset. Off Train Excursions and Outback Experiences offer extended stops whereby guests are invited to undertake a selection of organised tours as part of their rail holiday.

 

THERE ARE VERY FEW GLOBAL JOURNEYS CONSIDERED NATIONAL TREASURES BUT THE GHAN AND INDIAN PACIFIC ARE, WITHOUT QUESTION, ICONIC AUSTRALIAN EXPERIENCES.

 

From the moment you step aboard these legendary trains, you can feel it – a spirit of adventure and a sense of something very special about to unfold. Traversing the full length and breadth of the world’s largest island by rail captures the rich tapestry of landscapes, colours, flavours, climates, wildlife and human endeavour that together define the Great Southern Land. These are adventures without peer. And they bring people together. One of the unexpected rewards of joining these coveted rail journeys is the wonderful camaraderie created among those who share the excitement of the trip of a lifetime. It is a moving, emotional and unforgettable experience to ride the rails of history.

 
Indian Pacific


Experience the golden age of train travel with Great Southern Rail. Journey aboard the Indian Pacific and spoil your senses with gourmet food, spectacular views and five star service.

 

 
The Ghan


On that momentous journey, the train was dubbed ‘The Afghan Express’ and then shortened to the legend it is today, ‘The Ghan’.

 



FIVE STAR SERVICE



Experience the golden age of train travel with Great Southern Rail. Journey aboard the Indian Pacific and spoil your senses with gourmet food, spectacular views and five star service. Last year marked the 100th anniversary of the railroad’s creation, so there’s never been a better time to indulge in a trip which is as much about the journey as it is the destination.


Great Southern Rail Trains offer two service choices:
Platinum and Gold Service




PLATINUM SERVICE

FOR THE DISCERNING TRAVELLER, THE PLATINUM SERVICE ADDS AN ENHANCED LEVEL OF SOPHISTICATION TO EACH JOURNEY.
PLATINUM SERVICE INCLUDES

  • All-inclusive dining, beverages, Off Train Excursions and Outback Experiences
  • Spacious Double or Twin cabin almost twice the size of a Gold Service Twin cabin
  • By day, cabins are set up lounge-style with a moveable table and two ottomans
  • By night, lounges are converted to double or twin beds
  • En suite equipped with separate shower, vanity with cupboard space, toilet and Australian bathroom amenities
  • In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
  • Panoramic windows offering views from both sides of the train
  • Access to the exclusive Platinum Club for dining and socialising
  • Freshly prepared continental breakfasts served upon request in-cabin
  • Refreshments served in-cabin
  • Transfers at the start and end of your journey available for guests within 60 km of the terminal
  • 90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 30 kg each).



GOLD SERVICE

THE MOMENT YOU STEP INTO YOUR CABIN, YOU’LL BE IMMERSED INTO A WORLD OF ROMANCE THAT EPITOMISES RAIL TRAVEL.
GOLD SERVICE INCLUDES

  • All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant, Off Train Excursions and Outback Experiences
  • Access to the Outback Explorer Lounge for beverages and socialising oo All-inclusive Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
  • In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
  • Complimentary Australian bathroom amenities
  • Complimentary shuttle bus transfers available between Darwin Terminal and the city centre
  • 60 kg checked luggage allowance per guest (2 x 30 kg each).

GOLD SERVICE TWIN CABIN




GOLD SERVICE SINGLE CABIN






GREAT SOUTHERN RAIL DEALS



 







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