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

The Chairman's Carriage

• 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 either in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant or within the Private Carriages with an additional surcharge to apply if in-carriage catering is specifically requested. 
• 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

Prince of Wales Carriage 

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 either in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant or within the Private Carriages with an additional surcharge to apply if in-carriage catering is specifically requested. 
• Private charters can be arranged between Adelaide and Darwin

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 

Sir John Forrest Carriage

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 Queen Adelaide Restaurant
• Perfect for small meetings and entertaining guests
• Private charters can be arranged between Adelaide and Darwin

Click here to download the Private Carriages Brochure or the Private Carriages Pricing Sheet.

For all bookings and enquiries:

Call: +61 8 8213 4535
Facsimilie: +61 8 8213 4491
Email: groupsales@gsr.com.au