The Ghan is launching the best train travel experience available

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

The unveiling of Gold Premium carriages by The Ghan represents a significant upgrade, enhancing the travel experience across Australia’s outback. This train, operational since 1929, has consistently elevated its offerings, ensuring that the charm and romantic allure of traversing the country by rail persist.

• With the introduction of Gold Premium, The Ghan invites passengers to journey through Australia from coast to coast, presenting an upgraded experience that includes state-of-the-art cabins, exclusive dining options, comprehensive Off Train Experiences, and luxurious travel essentials such as silk eye masks.
  • The cabins, redesigned with a modern art deco flair, feature exquisite brass details and plush furnishings. These updates draw inspiration from Albert Namatjira’s iconic landscape artistry, influencing the overall aesthetic of the Gold Premium cabins and communal spaces.

The Gold Premium Twin and Gold Premium Suite offer comfortable and stylish sleeping arrangements. The Twin provides lounges that transform into beds, while the Suite boasts a double bed, with both configurations adorned with soft cotton bedding and silk eye masks, aiming to enhance the onboard sleeping experience.

• Passengers have access to a range of perks in these cabins, including ensuite bathrooms with complimentary amenities and power outlets, ensuring a comfortable stay.

The Gold Premium Lounge and Dining carriage promise a social and gastronomic delight. The lounge offers an all-inclusive drinks menu and comfortable seating, perfect for mingling or enjoying a quiet moment. The dining carriage serves up a menu of local and seasonal dishes, all included in the train fare, encouraging passengers to indulge without concern.

• Off Train Experiences included in the Gold Premium package provide an opportunity for exploration and adventure. Destinations such as Marla, Katherine, and Coober Pedy offer unique insights into Australia’s heartland, with optional upgrades like helicopter flights and camel tours enhancing the experience.

This enhancement of The Ghan’s services through the Gold Premium carriages not only elevates the standard of rail travel in Australia but also significantly impacts the travel and tourism sector. It positions The Ghan not just as a means of transportation but as a premier travel experience, attracting both domestic and international tourists seeking unique and luxurious ways to explore the vast landscapes of Australia. This move is likely to increase the appeal of rail travel as a key component of the tourism industry, offering unparalleled access to some of the country’s most remote and beautiful locations.

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