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Private Carriages

For the ultimate great train experience aboard The Ghan, travel in one of our stylish, self contained carriages.

The Chairman's Carriage

Chairman's Carriage Virtual Tour

Chairman's Car Lounge

The Chairman's Carriage is the pride of Great Southern Rail's fleet.

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)

Private charters can be arranged from Adelaide, Alice Springs or Darwin

Route One-Way Hire ($)
Adelaide – Alice Springs or v.v. 13,990
Alice Springs – Darwin or v.v. 13,990
Adelaide – Darwin or v.v. 17,520
Prices for round trips on application.
Fares valid for travel 1st April 2008 to 31st March 2009. All pricing is inclusive of fuel surcharge and GST. All fares are subject to change without notice.

Prince of Wales Carriage

Prince of Wales Virtual Tour

Prince of Wales

The historic Prince of Wales Carriage was originally built in 1919 to accommodate a royal visit from Edward, Prince of Wales. This beautifully crafted timber carriage was recently refurbished and maintains many original features, including high ceilings of Wunderlich pressed metal and cathedral glass doors.

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

Private charters can be arranged between Adelaide and Darwin

Route One-Way Hire ($)
Adelaide – Alice Springs or v.v. 17,040
Alice Springs – Darwin or v.v. 17,040
Adelaide – Darwin or v.v. 21,300
Adelaide to Perth or v.v. 15,300
Prices for round trips on application.
Fares valid for travel 1st April 2008 to 31st March 2009. All pricing is inclusive of fuel surcharge and GST. All fares are subject to change without notice.

Governor's Lounge

The Governor's Lounge is the sister carriage to the Prince of Wales Carriage. This timber carriage was constructed in 1917 for the official opening of the Trans Australian Railway.

Spacious lounge areas with comfortable arm chairs and a piano

Large picture windows

2 televisions

2 mini-bar fridges and tea & coffee making facilities

Private charters can be arranged between Adelaide or Darwin

Route One-Way Hire ($)
Adelaide – Alice Springs or v.v. 9,600
Alice Springs – Darwin or v.v. 9,600
Adelaide – Darwin or v.v. 12,000
Prices for round trips on application.
Fares valid for travel 1st April 2008 to 31st March 2009. All pricing is inclusive of fuel surcharge and GST. All fares are subject to change without notice.

Sir John Forrest Carriage
John Forrest John Forrest Lounge John Forrest Bedroom

The Sir John Forrest Carriage is named after the explorer made famous for the first crossing of Western Australia by land in 1870. Follow in his footsteps across the Nullarbor Plain, travelling in the comfort of this modern 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

Private charters can be arranged between Adelaide and Darwin

Route One-Way Hire ($)
Adelaide – Alice Springs or v.v. 13,740
Alice Springs – Darwin or v.v. 13,740
Adelaide – Darwin or v.v. 13,740
Prices for round trips on application.

Fares valid for travel 1st April 2008 to 31st March 2009. All pricing is inclusive of fuel surcharge and GST. All fares are subject to change without notice.

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• Private Carriages Brochure

• Private Carriages Pricing Sheet

 

For all bookings and enquiries:

Call: +61 8 8213 4535

Facsimilie: +61 8 8213 4491

Email: groupsales@gsr.com.au

 

 

 

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