5 Day Outback Rail Adventure |The Ghan | 2024
Adelaide - Marla - Alice Springs - Katherine - Darwin
Travel for 3 days/2 nights on the Ghan in Gold Service
All-inclusive meals, drinks and activities on-board and at the lodge
2 Nights at The Argus Hotel in Darwin
Book now with only 50% deposit!
From $4,099 pp Twin Share
Description
Experience the incredible Australian outback in complete luxury and style, starting with a trip on the Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin. For three days, be transfixed by the sheer beauty of Australia's ever the changing landscape, the green rolling hills of Australia's fertile south, the vibrant ochre earth and cobalt skies of Australia's red-center and the balmy tropical grandeur of Northern Territory's capital Darwin.
So what are you waiting for? Ask us about this ultimate lifetime adventure today.
Itinerary Downloadable Itinerary
Depart Adelaide
Your remarkable journey to Darwin begins today at 12:15. Once you’ve settled in and the big wheels start turning, make your way to the classically styled Queen Adelaide Restaurant carriage for a delicious lunch, accompanied by your choice of fine wines. The afternoon is yours to relax, socialise, and get acquainted with the novelty of rail travel. After a sumptuous dinner, join other guests for a few late-night drinks or head to your cabin to settle in early and await the sights of your first incredible outback sunrise the next day.
Accommodation: Ghan - Gold Class Twin Cabin
Meals: Lunch and dinner
The Ghan (The Centre)
Witness an unforgettable outback sunrise with a steaming cup of coffee this morning and a brief stop in Marla. Back onboard, sink into pure indulgence in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant for brunch and relax as the mallee scrub makes way for the iconic outback scenery of Alice Springs.
Off-board, spend the afternoon at leisure; you could visit local landmarks, take a front-row seat a spectacular bird show at the Desert Park or experience a majestic camel ride across ochre land. Back on the train, get to know your fellow passengers in the Outback Explorer Lounge before freshening up for dinner - topped off with a cheeky nightcap, of course!
Accommodation: Ghan - Gold Class Twin Cabin
Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
The Ghan (Katherine to Darwin)
Welcome to Katherine! Upon reaching the Northern Territory gaze in wonder at towering sandstone cliffs as you cruise lazily on the Katherine River*. Alternatively, spend the day with the local Aboriginal people, sharing their culture, learning to basket weave, spear throw and play the Didgeridoo. A late lunch awaits back on board, then relax with a glass of fine wine and savour the last few hours of this epic journey as you roll into Darwin at 5:30pm.
Transfer to the hotel and check in. The rest of the evening is yours at liesure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Argus Hotel
Darwin
The day is yours at leisure to explore the city and its surrounds. For recommendations on tours and activities, please speak to one of our friendly customer service team members.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Argus Hotel
Darwin
Today after breakfast, check out and make your way to the airport for your flight home or onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
The Ghan
- 3 days/2 nights Ghan Gold Service twin cabin from Adelaide to Darwin
- All onboard meals and drinks
- All off-train excursions and activities (includes Katherine, Alice Springs & Marla)
Darwin
- 2 Nights accommodation at The Argus Hotel, Darwin
About 'The Ghan': This legendary train evokes a frontier spirit, a romantic connection to the land, and travelling on it creates a moving and unforgettable life experience.
In 2019, The Ghan celebrated 90 years of outback adventure, its legend stemming from the 1930s when the first Afghan cameleers arrived in Australia. On that momentous journey, the train was dubbed ‘The Afghan Express’ and then shortened to the legend it is today, ‘The Ghan’.
Today you can become part of this celebrated history, following in the tracks of those pioneers as you journey through Australia’s red heart.
Regarded as one of the world’s greatest rail journeys, The Ghan delivers so much more than an extended train ride. It promises access to parts of Australia no other holiday can come close to – the perfect balance of comfort and adventure culminating in an experience that will move you in every sense of the word.
Want some extra time in Darwin or Adelaide to explore? Ask us today!
Exclusions
- Optional gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary
- Personal expenses like shopping
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Important Information
Your Cabin on The Ghan: Please note that Gold Twin is upper and lower berth.
Child Policy: Guests on this package must be 18 years and over.
Solo supplement: travelling solo? Ask our customer service team for a quote!
Fitness Level Required: To undertake most off-train experiences, a good level of fitness is required, including the ability to walk and balance on uneven ground. Sensible walking shoes are required. A Fitness to Travel form will be required of customers requesting an Accessible Cabin and/or Wheelchair Assistance.
Travel Insurance: We strongly recommend that at the time of booking guests take out comprehensive travel, medical, and cancellation insurance.
We recommend Covermore travel insurance. To quote and book, please click HERE.
