Indian Pacific

General information

  1. On-board accommodation
  2. Motorail service (for carriage of vehicles and trailers)
  3. Optional off-train sightseeing tours in Alice Springs and Katherine. Additional cost applies.

1. On-board accommodation

PLATINUM SERVICE

Platinum Service is a new luxury level of train travel, like no other Australian train accommodation. Platinum Cabins will be approximately twice the size of our standard Gold Twin Cabins with each room offering:

  • Priority boarding
  • Welcome drink and appetizer on arrival in your cabin
  • Deluxe accommodation including double beds
  • Spacious ensuite 24 hour Cabin Steward Service to cater to your needs
  • Platinum Service guests travelling aboard The Ghan dine in a beautifully decorated Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car. All meals are included.
  • Fine Australian wine or tasty delights (available for purchase) from the 24 hour in-cabin menu
  • Complimentary nightcap and turndown service provided nightly
  • Binoculars and in cabin entertainment (on request)
  • Freshly brewed tea/coffee delivered to your cabin
  • Complimentary morning and afternoon tea in your cabin.
  • Transfers from Darwin train station to selected Darwin Hotels

GOLD SERVICE



General Information:

  • Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car dining included in fare
  • Quality wines and beverages for purchase.
  • Luxurious Outback Explorer Lounge and Bar Car for relaxation, refreshment and video entertainment. Newspapers and board games available.
  • Gold Service Reception - complimentary glass of champagne or orange juice.
  • Dedicated cabin steward service.
  • Complimentary welcome kit in cabin.
  • Music channels and detailed journey commentary selected from your own sound system.
  • Daily "On-Track" newsletters delivered to your cabin.
  • Commemorative train certificate upon disembarking.
  • Complimentary on-board magazine.
  • Complimentary tea and coffee available 24 hrs a day.
  • Luggage transfer service for passengers joining the Indian Pacific or The Overland.

 

Gold Service Standard Cabins:

  • Choice of ensuite twin or single sleeper cabins.
  • Twin sleepers feature comfortable 3 seater lounge converting to snug upper and lower sleeping berths.
  • 3 pin power point, wardrobes, full length mirror and reading lamp and foldaway table.
  • Complimentary toiletries and welcome kit.
  • Single berth sleepers have most of the features of twin cabins however toilets and showers are located at the end of each carriage.

 

Gold Service Superior Cabin:

  • Ideal for guests seeking a little extra style, space and comfort.
  • Twice the size of a normal Gold Service Twin Cabin.
  • Small double bed plus additional fold down single bed.
  • Private lounge area with table, arm chairs and video entertainment.
  • Well stocked bar fridge with complimentary refreshments.
  • There is only one Superior Cabin on every journey so advance bookings are essential.

RED SERVICE

 

General information:

  • Access to the Red Service Diner offering tasty meals and snacks for purchase.
  • Access to the Red Service Lounge offering relaxation and video entertainment.
  • Toilets and showers facilities at the end of each carriage.

 

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Red Service Cabins offer:

  • Comfortable twin share day cabin, converting to sleeping berths at night.
  • Seating comprises two facing lounge chairs.
  • Private washing facilities in your cabin.

Note: There are no single Red Service Cabins. Single passengers will be assigned to share with another passenger of the same gender. Alternatively single passengers may prefer to upgrade to a private single cabin in Gold Service.

 

Red Service Daynighter Seating:

  • Comfortable two abreast recliner arm chairs.
  • Individual reading lights, footrest and generous legroom.

Private Carriages

The Chairman's Carriage

  • Accommodates up to 8 guests
  • 2 double bedrooms sharing 2-way bathroom and 2 Twin Cabins with adjacent bathroom facilities
  • Generous lounge with CD player, DVD and video entertainment
  • Private dining room
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Guests dine in the Gold Restaurant at no extra cost
  • Dine in The Chairman's Car dining room with meals prepared by your own dedicated chef (extra cost)

Prince of Wales Carriage

  • Accommodates up to 10 guests
  • 4 Twin Cabins and 2 large single cabins which comprise to form the Mountbatten Suite
  • Lounge featuring ornate wood carvings
  • Full size main bathroom
  • Guests dine in the Gold Restaurant at no extra cost

Sir John Forrest Carriage

  • Accommodates up to 6 guests
  • 1 double bedroom with ensuite bathroom. 2 Twin Cabins with ensuite facilities
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette/ bar and generous lounge area
  • Leather lounges and large picture windows
  • Big screen television, video/ DVD, powerpoint screening facilities
  • Meeting area with boardroom table (seats twelve)
  • Guests dine in the Gold Restaurant at no extra cost
  • Perfect for small meetings and entertaining guests

For costing or further information on private carriages please contact us.

2. Motorail Service

Take your car on a holiday too!

  • Roof racks, wind deflectors, louves etc., must be removed before loading.
  • Height restrictions apply
  • Length of towbar must be included in calculating total vehicle length.
  • Caravans, including pop-tops and boats are not conveyed by Motorail.
  • Vehicle must be roadworthy and capable of being driven onto carrier.
  • Rates vary for accompanied and unaccompanied vehicles. Please contact us for a quote.

3. Off-Train Tours

Optional off-train sightseeing tours are available. These tours are typically 1 hour duration but may vary due to train schedules. Tours are at modest extra cost and are booked en route.

Broken Hill - Silver City & Artists' Mecca

Learn about the development of this isolated town set amidst the rugged ranges of far western NSW. The Royal Flying Doctor Base, Mining History, Outback Galleries.

Adelaide - The Festival City

Tour the heart of the South Australian capital. Montefiore Hill, Colonel Light's Lookout, Lake Torrens, Adelaide Oval Cricket Ground, North Terrace.

Cook - The Nullarbor (no charge)

Guests have the opportunity to explore the historic sights of Cook, one of the world's most isolated townships. Mud map of town supplied on train.

Kalgoorlie - Australia's Gold Capital (Night tour)

Learn about the city built on gold. See the floodlit 'Superpit' goldmine, beautiful old pubs and heritage architecture and notorious Hay Street.

Content of off-train tours is subject to change. Tours are subject to cancellation due to late train running and inclement weather.

Luggage

  • 40kg of luggage may be conveyed free of charge in the luggage car.
  • This allows 2 items no more than 20kg each and not exceeding 180 linear centimeters.
  • Excess luggage prices available on application.
  • Guests should only take on board hand luggage not exceeding 20kg per person.
  • Checked in luggage cannot be accessed during the journey.
  • Luggage should be checked in up to 30 minutes before departure.

Train Stations

  • Sydney Central Station
    Eddy Avenue, Sydney Central Station, Sydney NSW
  • Adelaide Parklands Terminal
    Parklands Terminal, Richmond Road, Keswick SA
  • East Perth Station
    East Perth Railway Station, West Parade (Off Zebina Street), East Perth WA