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LEVELS OF SERVICE

RED SERVICE

Red Daynighter Seat Includes

Comfortable recliner lounge chairs with generous leg room

Individual reading light

Video entertainment

Toilet and shower facilities at the end of each carriage

Towels and soap provided

Guests need to bring their own rug and pillow

Complimentary on-board magazine

Accommodation: Red Sleeper Cabin Includes

Comfortable, twin share day cabin converting to upper and Lower sleeping berths at night

Seating comprises 2 facing lounge chairs

Private washing facilities in cabin

Cabins feature 3 pin/ 240 volt power point, wardrobe, vanity mirror, reading light, foldaway table

Toilet and shower facilities at the end of each carriage

Complimentary on-board magazine

Note:

Guests travelling alone may be required to share a Sleeper Cabin.

Red Diner

The Red Diner offers affordable and tasty light meals, snacks and drinks for purchase. Limited special dietary light meals are available (please request when you make your booking). The Diner is fully licensed. Snacks and light meals are also available for purchase throughout the day.

Luggage

Due to space constraints, guests may only take on board hand luggage required for their journey. All other luggage must be checked-in. Guests are permitted to check-in a maximum 40kg luggage free of charge (2 items not exceeding 20kg each).

Note: Checked-in luggage cannot be accessed during the journey.

GOLD SERVICE

Accommodation

Well appointed day and overnight sleeper accommodation

Choose from an elegant twin or single sleeper cabin

Twin Cabins feature 3 seater lounge converting to upper and lower sleeping berths plus en suite facilities with toilet, washed sin and shower

Single Cabins feature a lounge chair converting to single sleeping berth with shower and toilet facilities located at the end of each carriage

Cabins are fully serviced by carriage attendants with fresh sheets, pillows and doonas

Cabins feature 3 pin/ 240 volt power point, wardrobe, full length mirror, reading light, foldaway table

Complimentary toiletry bags and on board magazine provided in all Gold Service cabins

Superior Cabin

Ideal for guests seeking a little extra style, space and comfort. The Superior Cabin is twice the size of a Gold Twin Cabin and offers a small double bed plus additional fold down single bed. Extra features include a private lounge area with table, arm chairs, a DVD player plus a selection of titles, toiletries, complimentary chocolates, fruit bowl, plunger coffee, a bar-fridge stocked with complimentary refreshments, reserved seating at dinner or optional room service for meals and a complimentary bottle of wine with dinner.

Availability is limited so advance bookings are essential.

A surcharge applies for the Superior Cabin:

$795 per cabin per night (valid 1.4.09 to 31.3.10)

Dining

Gold Service guests aboard the Indian Pacific dine in the elegant Restaurant Car. All meals are included in the Gold Service fare. The enjoyment of fine food and wine combined with views across this vast, beautiful continent is an unrivalled experience.

Sample selections from our superb menus served to your table. The menus will feature a blend of Australian and International cuisine, cooked to perfection by our own on-board chefs. Quality wines and beverages are available for purchase. Vegetarian, children's and some special dietary meals can be accommodated - please request these when you make your booking. Note: breakfast packs will be delivered to cabins on some services to cater for early morning destination arrivals and off-train tour requirements.

Lounge

The Gold Lounge is often the centre of activity for any journey. The cosy, club-like setting is an excellent place to socialise or sit back and enjoy the passing parade of Australian landscapes. The Lounge has a licensed bar and is the ideal place to gather for a drink before dinner or for a game of cards and a nightcap with new friends.

Luggage

Due to cabin space constraints, it is recommended guests take an 'overnight bag' containing all requirements for their journey with them in their cabin and check-in all other luggage. Guests are permitted to check-in a maximum 40kg luggage free of charge (2 items not exceeding 20kg each).

Note: Checked-in luggage cannot be accessed during the journey.

PRIVATE CARRIAGES

For the ultimate great train experience on the Indian Pacific,

organise a party of family or friends to 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 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 Sydney, Adelaide
or Perth

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 in the Gold Restaurant at no extra cost

Private charters can be arranged between Adelaide
or Perth

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 Perth

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 en suite bathroom. 2 Twin Cabins with en suite 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

Luggage

Note: Checked-in luggage cannot be accessed during the journey.