The Ghan - taking Australia's iconic rail journey | Adelaide to Alice Springs

[@QuinctiliusVarus]

I don’t think the Ghan management could put together a better advert than what you did. They should give you a lifetime pass. Platinum.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you so much! I wish! :)

[@RobertTeague]

I rode the Ghan back in 1999, before the line was extended to Darwin. This brings back a lot of memories and I'd love to do it again one day.

[@jackybeck2479]

I have loved The Ghan since I was very little, and even though I have never rode it, I would ❤ to one day. The reason why I first heard of The Ghan was because one of my Mum's friends Dad loves trains, and he drove across Australia for years, filming trains across the country, and put all of the footage onto a DVD once he got all the footage he wanted of trains he wanted to see, and two clips of the The Ghan were among them. A short while longer, my parents discovered I had a huge interest in trains, and asked the person to make a copy of the DVD for me, and he happily did so, and when I first saw the Ghan train on the DVD, I instantly fell in love! The red NR class locomotive, and the stainless steel carriages which reminded me of the USA's Budd passenger cars, and the route it takes, Mmm-Mmm! Lovely!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Wow. That’s a wonderful story. I hope you get to travel on it one day. Thank you for watching!

[@TheSmallninjavicki]

Did this in 1996 during our honeymoon to Australia. We Loved It! ❤❤❤

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Great to hear. 🥰

[@jtc1947]

Another WONDERFUL TRIP!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks again!

[@sundarr457]

Excellent.....just had a feeling I was aboard the train, doing the travel.....great👍

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Glad you liked it!

[@kwmrlee]

What a treat, on board of the historic Ghan across beautiful Australia, thanks.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

My pleasure - thank you!

[@helenmonk6187]

I love this Train. I been on it 2 times and every one has to do the trip once in there life's a must do trip.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

That's awesome - lucky you!

[@delavalmilker]

As an American (in Nebraska, in fact) I've always dreamed of riding this train. Ever since it was highlighted by Michael Frayn in Great Railway Journeys.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Hope you make it one day!

[@adityasakkamahindra1232]

Nice video, informative, straight to the point I love Australia 🇦🇺😗

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! :)

[@brilliantbutblue]

I actually watched part 2 first as l missed this upload. Lovely and the views at sunrise picture perfect. Gosh l remember going to the Pichi Richi railway as a child in 1980 on a family trip from Melbourne and lve never heard about it since. Thankyou for bringing back memories. 👍

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you so much! Yes, I went on the Pichi Richi as a kid too. Such a great experience!

[@oswaldboelcke5470]

Thank you for another wonderful video.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Cheers!

[@lasanthaperera462]

Love to travel with GHAN one day,it’s one of my bucket list, I’m definitely going to do it near future,& love to see beauty of Australia,hopefully soon ,Thanks

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

You definitely should. Thanks for watching. 😃

[@RoryDing]

Wow! Such a detailed review! The Ghan or the Indian pacific is definitely on my bucket list for 2021 or 2022!!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you. Yes, it’s definitely a once in a lifetime experience. Part 2 to Darwin is now live too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5u3lIh4n56fe9U

[@naomibarber1988]

I have done the Indian pacific from Perth to Adelaide and then the Ghan north to Darwin in 2019 and this June (2021) I am doing the ghan south Bound from Darwin to Adelaide and then I am finishing the Indian pacific i am so excited and I can it definitely worth doing

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@@naomibarber1988 Oh wow. That sounds like an incredible trip! Very jealous!

[@naomibarber1988]

@@FromtheWindowSeat i can say after June that have done north to south and west to east of Australia and almost every capital city missing Melbourne and Canberra

[@theroyalaustralian]

Yeah I kinda wish I could afford this type of trip

[@denisegore1884]

Pea green with envy. What a fabulous trip.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes it was!

[@closeups242]

Fab

[@dancingaussies]

watching this video,we saw our friends relaxing.We will be on this train in 17 days on our way back from Darwin. Looking forward to it.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Lucky you! Enjoy!

[@satwikroy1989]

How was it?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Be sure not to miss part 2 from Alice Springs to Darwin. Here’s the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5u3lIh4n56fe9U Please also note I manually calculated some of the rail distances and made a major error, so some of the distances are overstated (in particular, Port Augusta should be 314km from Adelaide). Sorry!

[@nDyimi]

This is such a good video. Me and my wife watch ghan videos anytime we have a treat night when the kids are in bed with a beer and a wine in hand. It's our dream to make the trio. Thanks for the great video. Watching from Liverpool, UK

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

That is awesome! Hope you make it here one day! :)

[@bunnycairo7769]

and I thought I was sad cobber!

[@muhammadIqbal-xk8lq]

Ki j

[@OldFliersGroup]

Good video. These carriages, in the wet season, are deployed on the Southern Discovery journey...Adelaide to Brisbane. We are taking this platinum cabin journey next month!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! I think you mean the Great Southern. 😉

[@OldFliersGroup]

I was getting excited! Yes, you are right@@FromtheWindowSeat

[@TheChucksGreatTrainJourneys]

We soooo want to come to Australia just to ride this awesome train! :) Thanks for sharing. Simply awesome.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Awww - you should! International travel will be possible again one day ... hopefully 2022. 🤞🏽

[@australianlegofan]

I like this I would love to go in the future my brother is like 19 and he’s said he’s gonna go on it too

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yeah - you absolutely should! 😀

[@mikemower46]

Thanks for sharing this. I enjoyed watching your trip.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Very glad to hear that. Cheers!

[@sundancer442]

Travel in the cooler months and enjoy a stopover in Coober Pedy instead of Marla. Much, much better ! :)

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

The train in the other direction (heading south) includes a visit to Coober Pedy rather than stopping in Marla. 😉

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@@aloysiusflartey6122 That’s one way to look at it - but that’s part of the point. It’s the remote Australian outback and you can look for miles and see nothing. Plus there’s a spectacular sunrise. 🙂

[@helderfernandes6283]

The dream train-trip that I would like to do some day...

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

You definitely should. 😃

[@badencrump1543]

I’ve been looking into catching The Ghan for a couple of months now, and this video has sold me on it. The footage and detail of your narrative is fantastic. This is easily the best review of The Ghan I have ever seen. I do have to ask though, are you able to purchase drinks outside of the dining hours? Or are drinks included in the price of the ticket?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you so much! The fares are inclusive of drinks so you can get a drink whenever the lounge car is open. ✅

[@kyookatomeaki9600]

It's one of my dreams to take "The Ghan" and "The Indian-Pacific" in Australia and "The Canadien" et "The Atrantique" au Canada; in my future. Thanks a lot for the nice video on the You-Tube.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Yes, they're all great trains! So many to do ... need more time (and money!). Ha :P

[@kyookatomeaki9600]

@@FromtheWindowSeat Yes, the long holidays and money are needed.

[@kyookatomeaki9600]

@@FromtheWindowSeat I watch your journeys AliceSprings-Darwin too.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@@kyookatomeaki9600 Great - thank you!

[@wendellwhite5797]

That train is so long that the loco is in another time zone!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Ha! Almost! 🤣

[@crispetravelfoodadventures]

Awesome video! Looking forward to Part 2!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you - really appreciate that. :)

[@MMM-cf4md]

Australia IS beautiful... if it were a glass-like train .. with glass ceilings and glass corridors to make it feel spacious and just to take in as much scenery as possible.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, that would be great - although the intensity of the sun might be an issue. ;)

[@metalmick99]

Thank you for this very informative clip - you've put a lot of effort into it and I'm very grateful for your efforts. I love train travel and had The Ghan high on my list of must do's. Sadly though, early in your clip, I noticed there was a fair amount of vibration and then you mentioned how poorly you slept. I think an uncomfortable ride - to say nothing of not being able to sleep - is a poor sign in this day and age. The Ghan isn't off my list just yet, but it has certainly dropped way down the list. I'll watch the second installment, and see how I feel afterwards.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you - glad you appreciated it. Definitely watch part two (spoiler: the track does improve). The issue is not really the fault of the operators of The Ghan, but the owners of the railway. And the line primarily exists for freight - so having a smooth ride isn't that important to them. But hopefully they'll upgrade the track in time.

[@TassieEV]

Queen Adelaide restaurant just looks so much nicer than the Platinum one, I'd definitely go Gold to ensure I got the Queen Adelaide. Which direction do you find is better to sleep either parallel with the train like on your Indian Pacific run or perpendicular like on this trip on the Ghan? I'd probably take sea sickness/motion sickness meds that have drowsiness potential to help me sleep as well particularly on first night and maybe the 2nd as well.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I think I prefer to be parallel but there’s not a huge difference that I’ve noticed. Thanks for watching!

[@henryjames5663]

Having done the Indian Pacific, when it comes to sleeping Broken Hill to The Blue Mountains, sleep is not easy

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, it's certainly a challenge. Although the next part of this trip, from Alice Springs to Darwin was on much newer and smoother track, so sleep was a bit easier. You'll have to stay tuned for part 2 to see that. ;)

[@henryjames5663]

@@FromtheWindowSeat The Alice Springs to Darwin rail track is new, and laid a few years ago

[@henryjames5663]

Should mention I live in Adelaide and taking the Ghan in June

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@@henryjames5663 Oh cool. It’s an incredible experience. 😀

[@qjtvaddict]

Is that area even populated?

[@binaybinay8285]

Your videos are so interesting and informative bro.

[@rajaniyer6144]

Superb Presentation

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Rusty_Gold85]

The West Macdonnell ranges was once part of Pangea attached to Africa 300 million years ago sited around the tropics( they approximate) . It why its so rich in iron as it may have been laid in the oceans. Its taken all that time to continental drift and weather the Mountains down.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Very interesting. Thanks for sharing!

[@philsooty61]

You lucky sod, I always wanted to travel on this train, great video thanks!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you - yes, it was an awesome experience. :)

[@marcosluciosilva2433]

muito bonito Parabéns pelo trabalho.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

obrigada!

[@robreynolds6435]

Great video 👍 Just booked to experience it for the first time in March. Pretty excited (understatement) ✌️

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Awesome. Thank you! You’ll love it! ☺️

[@robreynolds6435]

@@FromtheWindowSeat if I'm allowed to get into SA from Vic... 🤦

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@@robreynolds6435 You’ve still got a bit of time. Hopefully by then things will be under control. 🤞🏽

[@superbvideos3336]

Hey Mate how much it cost please

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@@superbvideos3336 It's not cheap - the fares are here: journeybeyondrail.com.au/guest-information/fares-and-timetables/

[@andrewrai5752]

That cabin for 2 looks like it could make you claustrophobic.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Perhaps - but you get used to it. :)

[@MarisolLopez-mz6ct]

Lunch and dinner looks like a snacks

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Nah, when you add all the courses together it's very decent. :)

[@abdulmannanalvi]

Yes, a beautiful way to narrate,with excellent pronunciation.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks so much! :)

[@DiscoveryBalochistan]

This is really nice...

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

It was - thanks!

[@ryansofly]

Oooh that's definitely one of my plans for 2021! Partner and I are looking at Great Southern to Brissy from Adelaide.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yeah, that would we a great trip! 😁

[@traydar5]

Brilliant😃.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Glad you liked it!

[@thamestrains]

Have booked to ride on The Ghan in November 2022.God willing and Covid allowing so doing as much research as possible for maximum enjoyment.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Fingers crossed - you'd hope by then, we'd be in a better position (but we've all thought that before). I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Be sure to watch my second video about The Ghan too, from Alice to Darwin: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5u3lIh4n56fe9U

[@tamphex]

Fare prices are somewhat steep but that's to be expected - it's not just the train cabin you pay for but more the journey.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, it’s more like an all inclusive cruise on land.

[@BhupinderSingh-tt9ox]

Nicely narrated and beautifully videographed ,👍

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you so much 😀

[@krishnansri7625]

Excellent

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you so much 😀

[@jillsmith3937]

I love this ride

[@brianmorrison9168]

I had never heard of this train, but I recently purchased in a charity shop a set of coasters, with The Ghan written on the box top, so I needed to figure out where they came from. This looks a lovely train, but living in the Uk, it's unlikely that I'll ever travel on it (unless I win the lottery)

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Oh wow. There you go. Never say never … one can hope. 🙏

[@brianmorrison9168]

@@FromtheWindowSeat yes .. maybe one day

[@kanga1234567]

Great video..you're a natural at doing this. Great stuff.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Awww. That’s so kind of you!

[@tudomerda]

Thanks, like the visuals. Virtual travelling, great way to avoid shyte holes.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Glad you liked it!

[@kevinbennett3954]

I dont remember the Sun Rise breakfast but its been a few years since I traveled so it could have happen Didnt have trouble sleeping enjoyed actually its like I got rocked to sleep

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I don’t think sunrise in Marla has always been part of the trip but not sure how many years ago they added it. 🤔

[@WelcomeTooo]

Fantastic video ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you so much! :)

[@Dee-z6l]

Amazing!

[@marcoshenriquesaat3121]

The price talked is american dollar or australian dollar?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Australian dollars.

[@drreddypraneethkarnam9510]

Greetings from India

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Greetings!

[@20001born]

This High school student who is a Corporal for the Australian Air Force Cadets loves ur vid! From cold Melbourne, where it’s 2 degrees rn 😭😭

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Hopefully this reminds you of the warmth! ;P

[@20001born]

@@FromtheWindowSeat haha yeah it does, I want to come there but can’t cuz I’m too lazy to get out of bed when there’s snow outside xD

[@rizorizmo2772]

Wow amazing I'll will like to going with this next time long journey but nice view

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you!

[@keithdonnellan5564]

Thanks Really Enjoyed

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Great to hear!

[@TheSlipperyOtter]

Very enjoyable video. Cheers!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you!

[@inmamorales3633]

Thanks for this Great video!!! I am trying to do the Discovery tour Ghan Adelaide to Alice Sp x 1 yr now, but always sold out x single ....n very high penalty almost 2wice as expensive!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! I’m sorry to hear that … yes, the trains seem to be very heavily booked!

[@chuckmaddison2924]

One day, the in-laws have already done this and the Indian Pacific. Two of the world's greatest rail journeys.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, both worth doing. 👌

[@nabilamaharani2671]

What a Realcing video . I want To Go to australia too 😣😣😣😣😣😣😞😞😞😖😖

[@K1W1fly]

The track conditions mightn't be ideal, but it will be better than the "old Ghan" route, which was notorious...

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Very true! :P

[@elizabethcorven3599]

Thank you. Most helpful

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Glad you liked it.

[@mikearmstrong8483]

Before I begin the annoying process of actually looking it up, does anyone happen to know the cost of the trip, roughly?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Gold service single Adelaide to Darwin is $1900-$2200 (Australian) if purchased more than six months in advance; while a twin cabin is $2100-$2400 per person twin share if purchased more than six months in advance. Prices vary depending on the season etc. journeybeyondrail.com.au/guest-information/fares-and-timetables/the-ghan-2021-fares-timetable/

[@mikearmstrong8483]

@@FromtheWindowSeat Thank you kindly.

[@utareangara5529]

Well thats on my bucket list. I've done the Indian Pacific, Honestly one of the best things i have ever done. Worth every penny. We booked 9 months in Advanced for the week after NYE 2016 $2150 pp Twin share in Gold class. If i could afford to do it again, i would :D

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Awesome. Yes, both trains are incredible.

[@closeups242]

Woohoo awesome

[@raymondwelsh6028]

Can’t help but notice with the meal that they are miserable sized helpings. Great videos though, keep it up.🇦🇺

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! The thing is you have two or three courses at every meal. I doubt you’ll be hungry afterwards but if you are, I’m sure they could give you extra.

[@ramanasei421]

At 3.22 the lunch was served. I thought the portion served was miniscule. And I am a frugal eater. Do they expect you to buy additional food, if you are hungry?

[@crown75au]

you pay for nothing on train. there is plenty of food. if you want another serve ask. but you will not go hungry

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

You pretty much eat a three course meal at every sitting and you can get extra bread, sides etc if you're hungry - but honestly, when you add it all up, you feel like you're eating a lot rather than a little! :)

[@ramanasei421]

Thank you for the answers. I was wondering how much extra money I had to pay. This is on my "Ten things to do before I die"! I will get cracking as soon as Covid disappears......

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@@ramanasei421 That's great - yes, something to look forward to!

[@andyrob3259]

Track conditions not great? The track is not that old (30 years - late 80’s) and it was built with modern methods. It should be in excellent condition. By the way love the video - so want to do it.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Yes, it is surprising. I need to look into it but I guess it hasn’t been as well maintained as it could have been. 🤔 Glad you liked the video! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. ☺️

[@lethalleigh29]

Great video is love to see your take on the Indian Pacific too

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you - really appreciate that! Might have to save the pennies a while to afford the IP. :P

[@michelefarrell6717]

Unfortunately when I traveled the lights went out at around 7 pm and stayed off until next day. Needed torch to get around. Would have been lovely trip otherwise.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Oh wow - that's different!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@MichaelKingsfordGray Ha! Well the lounge car was definitely open until quite late when I went. 🥂

[@runtr8389]

thanks so much for showing me the Ghan i often wondered what it would be like ? , now i know it's over price crap , 1950 designed cabin , with shitty little windows , no decent" lounge car" with glass over head,( like in the Rockys ), boring scenery , and horrible tiny little meals ,in the lounge car , not big enough for a child , let alone a grown up, so glad i found your video , thanks again i will never go on the Ghan ever , regards

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Fair enough - to each their own. I really enjoyed it, including the food. I was never hungry. 😋

[@davidedwards3361]

Is there any reason the price isn't mentioned? From Google...Adelaide - Darwin or vv $2,779.00 $2,229.00

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I mentioned fares but didn't go into too much detail because it's highly variable depending if you book in advance, if you're travelling twin share or solo (in which case you can pay for a single cabin or for a twin cabin single occupancy so you get an ensuite). kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYbUqn5mpJ6IrNE

[@ayush_ayush]

Background music is so relaxing 💆

[@starburstsolaris6805]

How smooth the running must be..to make a drink of tes without the cups shsking....

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

The staff are very skilled. ;)

[@cx777300]

Did you sleep ok? Not too noisy or rocky?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Hi. This section of the trip (which is on older track) between Adelaide and Alice Springs was really rocky / noisy, until the train stopped early in the morning in Marla. However, the leg between Alice Springs and Darwin was on much newer track, so it was easier to sleep. I'll cover that in part two of this series.

[@cx777300]

@@FromtheWindowSeat thank you look forward to part 2.

[@joemomma1968]

You seem like a pretty cool guy😎

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you. :)

[@bighenge]

Heads up, adelaide to pt augusta is only 306kms from adelaide!! Not sure where 450km came from?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Oops! Thank you - just realised that's an error. I manually calculated the rail distances because all the charts I could find referred to the distance from Coonamia rather than the distance from Adelaide. But I've looked at my spreadsheet and somehow I put the wrong distance for Adelaide to Coonamia - so the numbers were wrong. Sorry. Maybe I need a fact-checker. ;)

[@starburstsolaris6805]

Like the train in the Dandedong mountains in Melbourne

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Do you mean Puffing Billy? Great train. :)

[@torgeirbrandsnes1916]

Great vlog! I follow Noel Phillips, Jeb Brooks, Kara & Nate, Wing`in it by Paul Lucas And Chief Makoi. They are very good at presenting their travels.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you!

[@vincecotton127]

Stupid prices for a train. Great video though ...Thanks Mate

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you. The prices don’t seem to put people off. Both The Ghan and Indian Pacific are sold out for most of the year. 🤔

[@eliot4365]

At which place does the route of the Ghan intersect that of the Indian Pacific?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Both trains travel between Adelaide and Tarcoola, at which point the Indian Pacific travels west over the Nullarbor and The Ghan heads north towards Alice Springs.

[@tangiers365]

is there a smoking room?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

No. There’s no smoking on trains, planes, buses or ferries in Australia.

[@avipediaaviation9123]

Great video!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! Really glad to hear you liked it!

[@АнтисоветчикРусофоб-ч5п]

Why train name Ģhan ?? Thanks

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

It's named after the Afghan cameleers who helped open up Australia's interior. :)

[@АнтисоветчикРусофоб-ч5п]

@@FromtheWindowSeat thank you very much for your answer to me

[@RailTownProductions]

Great video.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you!

[@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131]

Amazing journey and video ! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ New subscriber from Norway ! 🇳🇴 🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thanks a lot!

[@philipdevenish9416]

What would annoy me would be not able to open the windows.You are trapped in a sealed tube,I imagine that would get pretty boring!

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Well the train is airconditioned and outside the heat can be oppressive. I was never bored. It’s an incredible journey.

[@ajrocks12x]

The topography of Adelaide to Alice Springs is even more boring than going across country in the USA from Chicago to Denver. The food is magnitudes better on the Ghan than on Amtrak though.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

To each their own - I really enjoyed it. And enjoyed travelling from Chicago to Sacramento on the California Zephyr too. Yes, the scenery is very different, but each have their appeal. :)

[@OmnivorousReader]

I drove it, I did not find it boring, I found it beautiful. But short attention spans and a devotion to electronic insta-gratification are definitely on the rise.

[@COLEY72]

You made a comment , "there's only sleeper compartments on the Ghan you cannot sit up" what did you mean by that ? Everyone lays in bed for the whole trip ? No seats just beds ? Lol please elaborate 🤔🤣 reclining toilets ? Shower beds ? 🤔

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Hi. What I mean is that you cannot book an economy / coach seat (ie you sleep overnight in your seat) - you used to be able to do that but there are no longer economy seats on this train. You can only book sleeper accommodation. Yes, the sleeper accommodation is changed from a bed to a seat by the staff in daytime - so you get both a seat and a bed with your booking.

[@COLEY72]

@@FromtheWindowSeat lol I was just playin I knew what ya meant 🤔😉

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

@@COLEY72 🤣🤣

[@muhammadrahatkhan2126]

The Pioneers was Afghans my ancestors #Afghans #Khans #Pathans #Pashtuns

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Oh - very cool!

[@garman1966]

That is really pricey, and if there wasn't food at the lounge or I'd brought some of my own I'd starve with those tiny meals.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Ha. Well it's fine dining style. But honestly, when you add all the meals and courses together, it's actually a decent amount of food. You wouldn't want more. ;)

[@nadeemmustafa6450]

Beautiful video 🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰👍👍👍 Best Wishes From Pakistan

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you!

[@peterhoz]

The problem with this train is the timetable. The reason you go by train is to see the sights, yet the major sights of Adelaide to Alice are the Flinders Ranges and the salt lakes. If they left at say 0730 you'd see both in daylight, at least in summer. But with the lunchtime departure, and Port Augusta at 5pm, you miss the salt lakes just north of Woomera cos it is dark. Dumb! The track runs right alongside one of the larger ones yet you'd never know unless you look at a map! That's not a tourist timetable.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Well I guess there are pros and cons to everything. They time it for sunrise in Marla and to allow enough time for off train excursions in Alice Springs for passengers travelling through to Darwin.

[@hs0zcw]

By looking at the videos I can tell train companies that they misuse the word "luxury" I think trains should win out over airplanes but they will not as long as when you get on a long distance train and the seats are just like airline seats, you want to turn around and go home.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

I’m confused. There is no airline style seating on The Ghan. 🤔

[@worldtourism8834]

Nice Video My Friend

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Thank you! 🤗

[@anthonykot]

Adam.J ..the Mr typical train spotter ,interesting trip. did you meet any interesting misses train spotters on this trip?

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Hi. No, I didn’t meet any other train enthusiasts. Most people were travelling for The Ghan experience or to get to Darwin in a different way.