The Ghan

Often described as a ‘national treasure’, The Ghan makes an unforgettable voyage of discovery across the outback.

In 2019, the legendary locomotive celebrated 90 years of service. The Ghan offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience, following the tracks of pioneering explorers through the red heart of Australia, passing through parts of the great continent that most others cannot reach.

Today, the north to south journey (or vice versa) across country covers almost 3,000 kilometres of track, from the lush green plains of South Australia to the rusty, dusty Red Centre and the tropical foliage of Darwin.

While many changes have been made to the train and its route across Australia, the pioneer spirit remains the same. On board you’ll discover fine dining and even finer wines, elegant cabins ranging from luxurious to the height of sophistication, attentive staff to ensure you make the most of this incredible experience, and a range of Off-Train Experiences that show off the top sights of this mysterious, inhospitable land.

Train Features

283 Guests

7 Cabin Types

1929

Entered Service

36 Carriages

Yes

Accessible Cabins

Life on Board The Ghan

From exquisite fine dining to cosy cabins and sophisticated lounges, spend your days on board doing as much or as little as you like.

Platinum Service

Travelling on The Ghan is not just a way of getting from north to south, or vice versa; this epic journey aims to recreate the Golden Age of rail travel, not just in its Edwardian cabins and sumptuous onboard dining, but also through its attentive service. Not only will you be able to personalise your mealtimes, excursions and cabin choice to your tastes, you can also opt for the level of service that suits you.

For the ultimate luxury, consider upgrading to the Platinum Service cabins and enjoy discreet touches throughout your voyage to elevate it to once-in-a-lifetime status. Your cabin will feature wider beds that can be arranged as a double or twin berth, a lounge with two armchairs and a full en suite shower room. And your mealtimes become an experience in themselves with world-class wines and Bollinger champagne, plus you’ll enjoy a nightcap before bed and access to the Platinum Club lounge, too.

All-inclusive dining, beverages, and Off Train 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 table and two ottomans
By night, lounges are converted to double or twin beds
En suite with separate shower, toilet and Australian bathroom amenities
Power outlets and safe

In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
Panoramic windows
Access to the exclusive Platinum Club
Freshly prepared continental breakfasts served upon request in-cabin
Refreshments served in-cabin
90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 30 kg each).

Gold Service

Off-Train Experiences

Curated by Imagine

At Imagine Holidays, we expertly curate unique and immersive experiences to create once-in-a-lifetime holidays that you’ll remember forever, paired with The Ghan rail journeys.

price reductions: save up to $2,000 per couple

The Ghan Expedition & Northern Territory Discovery

3 night all-inclusive rail journey on board The Ghan Expedition
Hotel stays in central Darwin & Adelaide
Fully escorted tours of Litchfield National Park, Darwin, Barossa Valley & Hahndorf
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