Sydney-Adelaide-Alice Springs; Melbourne-Adelaide-Alice Springs

Journey duration: Two days and two nights (36 hours).
A trip aboard The Ghan, which departs from Melbourne on Wednesdays and Sydney on Sundays, is a pilgrimage as well as a pleasure. It is named after the hardy Afghan traders and their camel trains that were the main link between Australia's Red Centre and the rest of the country. The Ghan is one of Australia's most prestigious and historical trains.

Accommodation Aboard:
Coach Class (economy class) Seat:	Adjustable, roomy easy-chair with foot support. There is a separate area for smokers. Beverages, snacks and meals can be purchased in the buffet-carriage. Showers and lavatories are at the end of every carriage.
Holiday Class (economy class) 2 Persons Compartment:	During the day there are two easy-chairs opposite each other, and at night these are transformed into two made-up bunk beds. There are no single compartments in economy class, and 2 persons compartments shall be shared by independent travellers. At the end of each carriage there are lavatories and showers. For meals, you can make use of the restaurant and drinks are served in the lounge carriage.
First Class 2 Persons Compartment:	During the day there are three seats next to each other, and at night this changes into two made-up bunk beds. There is a lavatory, shower and washbasin in your compartment. All meals (included in the price), are reserved in the first class restaurant. The stylish lounge has separate areas for smokers and non-smokers.
First Class Single Person Compartment;	has one seat which is converted into a bed at night. There is a lavatory and washbasin in the compartment and the shower can be found at the end of the carriage.
First Class Deluxe Compartment:	is an extra spacious compartment with a full size double bed and a fold away single bed above, two large windows and comfortable chairs. Price on request.

TIMETABLE:

Sydney or Melbourne - Alice Springs				Alice Springs - Sydney or Melbourne
		Sunday	Wednesday			Friday	Tuesday
Sydney	departure	13.10		Alice Springs	departure	13.00	13.00
Melbourne	departure		22.30			Saturday	Wednesday
		Monday	Thursday	Port Augusta	arrival	04.30	04.55
Adelaide	arrival	12.50	10.10	Adelaide	arrival	08.40	09.00
Adelaide	departure	15.00	15.00	Adelaide	departure	10.10	10.15
Port Augusta	departure	19.20	19.20			Sunday	Wednesday
		Tuesday	Friday	Melbourne	arrival		21.00
Alice Springs	arrival	09.00	09.00	Sydney	arrival	09.15

Times are subject to chang <

Prices:	Coach Seats	Sleeper Compartments
Per Person in AU$	Economy	Economy	First
Adelaide - Alice Springs	197.00	624.00	780.00
Alice Springs - Adelaide	197.00	624.00	780.00
Alice Springs - Melbourne	292.00	729.00	1025.00
Alice Springs - Sydney	390.00	889.00	1199.00
Melbourne - Alice Springs	292.00	780.00	1025.00*
Sydney - Alice Springs	390.00	899.00	1199.00

** First Class Sleeper rates include all meals aboard The Ghan.
* A possible price increase after the 30th of June 2001.
Children 4-15 years - price on application. Children under 4 years are free of charge - no seating and/or bed.

Special Note:- Reservation Fee & Administration Costs-
For a Sleeper Compartment or Seat Coach there is a A$10.00 reservation fee per party of travellers.
With partial or complete cancellation of ordered tickets the following cancellation costs will apply.
More than 30 days before departure:- 10% + A$25.00
30 - 7 days including before departure:- 20% + A$25.00
7 - 1 days including before departure:- 50% + A$25.00
After commencement or "no show" :- 100% + A$25.00

All prices include GST and are valid to 31/3/2002.