{"id":148340,"date":"2025-02-05T22:00:50","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/05\/the-iconic-ghan-expedition-train-is-getting-two-opulent-new-suites-for-2026-the-points-guy\/"},"modified":"2025-02-05T22:00:50","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:00:50","slug":"the-iconic-ghan-expedition-train-is-getting-two-opulent-new-suites-for-2026-the-points-guy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/05\/the-iconic-ghan-expedition-train-is-getting-two-opulent-new-suites-for-2026-the-points-guy\/","title":{"rendered":"The iconic Ghan Expedition train is getting two opulent new suites for 2026 &#8211; The Points Guy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>We&#8217;ve been trumpeting the great <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/travel\/best-new-trains-2024\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">rail renaissance<\/a> for a while now, and the trend sees little sign of slowing down, especially with Australia&#8217;s latest addition to the world of luxury train suites.<\/p>\n<p>The Ghan Expedition, now in its 96th year of service, operates one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/luxury-train-surprise\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">world&#8217;s most iconic rail routes<\/a>, traversing the sprawling outback between Darwin in the Northern Territory and Adelaide in South Australia.<\/p>\n<p>The trains offer an old-world approach to adventure (think: no Wi-Fi or TVs on board), allowing travelers to fully immerse in the trip&#8217;s first-rate amenities and unsurpassed scenery.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/travel\/most-scenic-trains\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">14 of the most scenic train rides on Earth<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With the introduction of the new Aurora and Australis suites, travelers looking to book for 2026 journeys will now be able to add a whole new level of indulgence to their tickets.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis_8.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis_8.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis_8.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis_8.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis_8.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis_8.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis_8.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis_8.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis_8.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">An artist&#8217;s impression of The Ghan&#8217;s Australis Suite. JOURNEY BEYOND<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The most expansive of the two, the Australis Suite, will be three times the size of The Ghan&#8217;s current most premium offering, the Platinum Cabin, whereas the Aurora Suite will be double in size.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bedroom_9.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bedroom_9.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bedroom_9.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bedroom_9.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bedroom_9.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bedroom_9.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bedroom_9.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bedroom_9.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bedroom_9.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">An artist&#8217;s impression of The Ghan&#8217;s Australis Suite bedroom. JOURNEY BEYOND<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Both suites feature separate bedrooms with queen-size beds dressed in luxury bed linens, premium Jurlique amenities, in-suite bars stocked with the occupant&#8217;s preferences and Champagne Bollinger La Grande Annee served throughout the journey. Passengers traveling in either suite will also have access to the train&#8217;s Platinum Club lounge and dining carriage, along with the option for in-room dining.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bathroom_11.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bathroom_11.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bathroom_11.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bathroom_11.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bathroom_11.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bathroom_11.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bathroom_11.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bathroom_11.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Suite-Australis-Bathroom_11.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">An artist&#8217;s impression of The Ghan&#8217;s Australis Suite bathroom. JOURNEY BEYOND<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In addition to the above services, travelers will also be treated to personalized butler service and private chauffeur transfers for their arrival to and departure from the train.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2186670315 tpg-gallery\">\n<p>1<!-- --> of <!-- -->2<\/p>\n<p>An artist&#8217;s impression of The Ghan&#8217;s Aurora Suite bedroom. JOURNEY BEYOND<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Developed with the help of global design firm Woods Bagot, the suites have an art deco aesthetic that references important moments from Australia&#8217;s pastoral history. Bespoke detailing includes decorative timber, stone and marble; iron filigree and coved ceilings; and nods to Aussie industries through the use of wool, sheepskin accents and saddle leather.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&#10;        EmailSignUp_container__qYzYT&#10;        undefined&#10;        EmailSignUp_isLoading__i_qm0&#10;      \"><picture class=\"EmailSignUp_graphic__zgpFm\"><source media=\"screen and (max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-mob.svg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-dt.svg\"\/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"EmailSignUp_form__C8FWb\">\n<p>Daily Newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG\u2019s experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Lounge-Diner_7.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Lounge-Diner_7.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Lounge-Diner_7.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Lounge-Diner_7.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Lounge-Diner_7.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Lounge-Diner_7.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Lounge-Diner_7.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Lounge-Diner_7.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/02\/20250204_Austrailia-JBRE-Train-Journey_Platinum-Artist-Impression-Lounge-Diner_7.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">An artist&#8217;s impression of The Ghan&#8217;s Platinum Lounge. JOURNEY BEYOND<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Prices for a three-day journey on The Ghan start from $11,890 per person for the Australis Suite and $7,990 per person for the Aurora Suite. Bookings from April 2026 are now open at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.journeybeyondrail.com.au\/your-train-experience\/aurora-australis\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Journey Beyond<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related reading:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/ghan-expedition-train-australia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;ve been trumpeting the great rail renaissance for a while now, and the trend sees little sign of slowing down, especially with Australia&#8217;s latest addition to the world of luxury train suites. The Ghan Expedition, now in its 96th year of service, operates one of the world&#8217;s most iconic rail routes, traversing the sprawling outback [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":148341,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-148340","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-travel"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/148340","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=148340"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/148340\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/148341"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=148340"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=148340"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=148340"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}