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A unique and epic experience, explore the wonders of Australia’s vast interior with one of the world’s most renowned rail journeys – The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Adelaide.
Beginning in Darwin, this four day, three night, 2,979km all-inclusive journey will take you to some of the most remote and captivating parts of Australia in style and comfort. Operating April to October, your adventure through the country’s vast, varied, and captivating interior will leave you speechless. It’s the ultimate Australian outback experience.
PLUS enjoy 2 nights in Darwin at the 4-star Argus Apartments, and explore everything this fantastic city and surrounds have to offer.
Itinerary Downloadable Itinerary
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6
Arrive Darwin
On arrival into Darwin, make your own way to your accommodation. Once checked in enjoy the afternoon & evening at your leisure.
Accommodation: Argus Apartments Darwin
Meals included: Nil
Darwin
Enjoy today at your leisure to explore this beautiful harbour side city.
Accommodation: Argus Apartments Darwin
Depart Darwin Katherine
From Darwin, take in the remarkable Top End views before stopping in Katherine for an afternoon of unique touring. Prepare to experience one of the regions most impresive natural wonders near Katherine. The stunning Nitmiluk Gorge lies within the massive 292,000 hectares of the Nitmiluk National Park, and you'll have the chance to explore it from the water with guided cruise options - an experience you will never forget.
Accommodation: Ghan - Gold twin Cabin
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Katherine Alice Springs
Next stop is Alice Springs, where more Off Train Excursions await. Explore Simpsons Gap, tour the town attractions, or get up close to some of the Red Centres native wildlife. Dinner on the train is followed by an extraordinary evening experience in the outback where you will see the Milky Way like you have never seen it before. Simply breathtaking.
Accommodation: Ghan - Gold twin Cabin
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
MANGURI AND COOBER PEDY
From your morning stop at the outback outpost of Manguri, you’ll venture into the weird and wonderful opal mining township of Coober Pedy, where more than half of the residents live underground. Here, you’ll enjoy a day of discovery, and a gourmet lunch in the most unique of locations: underground. Dinner is served back on the train where you can enjoy a night cap as your journey continues.
Accommodation: Ghan - Gold twin Cabin
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Arrive Adelaide
From your cabin window this morning you'll see a dramatic change in the landscape, as the rich ochre tones of the outback make way for thr green fields of South Australia. Enjoy a leisurely brunch as you pass through the majestic Flinders Ranges and prepare for your mid-morning arrival into Adelaide, completing one of the world's great travel experiences. In the smart southern city, you can extend your experience with a holiday package to the Barossa Valley, fascinating Kangaroo Island, or an expertly-curated tour of this food and wine loving capital.
Meals included: Breakfast
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 2 nights accommodation at the Argus Apartments Darwin in a 1 bedroom apartment
- 4 days / 3 nights aboard The Ghan Platinum Cabin
- All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
- A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
- Off Train Experiences in Katherine, Alice Springs, and Coober Pedy
- Evening Off Train Experience in Manguri
- A spectacular dinner under the stars at the historic Telegraph Station, Alice Springs
- Explore Nitmiluk Gorge’s powerful natural wonders and rich Indigenous culture
- Venture into the underground opal mining town of Coober Pedy
Child policy: Please enquire with info@traveldream.com.au or 1300 350 263 if you would like to travel with a child or infant.
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.
Cancellations: The Traveldream 14 day refund guarantee does not apply to this booking. However, if travel cannot occur due to your rail journey not being able to operate on your chosen date, changes are able to be made subject to availability and/or changes in fare. Please contact us for further information or if you have any questions.
Exclusions
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Flights
- Any personal items such as souvenirs
- Anything not listed in the itinerary
Accommodation:
Ghan - Gold Service Platinum cabin
Darwin - Argus Apartments (or similar)
Travel Insurance: We highly recommend taking out Travel Insurance for this program. We recommend Covermore travel insurance. To quote and book, please click HERE.
