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Australia's The Ghan

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11 days From £4,865 per person
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Ride the full length of Australia’s Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin, experiencing the country’s jaw-dropping landscapes, exceptional cuisine and indigenous culture

2027 Tour code: GHI27

About the tour

Embark on the journey of a lifetime aboard the Ghan, savouring the golden age of travel onboard this luxurious train.

Traverse the vast expanse of Australia from Adelaide in the south to Darwin in the north. This incredible adventure takes you through the Red Centre of Australia, allowing you to indulge in majestic sunsets and sunrises over a remote and fascinating landscape.

See iconic wildlife including crocodiles and koalas and explore the cities of this region through their food and wine.

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Unforgettable Experiences

Journeying on the iconic Ghan
Journeying on the iconic Ghan
Travel in Gold Service on an unforgettable three-night journey aboard the luxurious Ghan train, experiencing the full route from Adelaide to Darwin.
Exploring the city of Adelaide
Exploring the city of Adelaide
Spend time in the capital of South Australia, uncovering its National Park City status and enjoying optional excursions of Kangaroo Island.
Cruising Nitmiluk Gorge
Cruising Nitmiluk Gorge
Witness indigenous rock art on towering sandstone cliffs in this diverse spectacular landscape, home to the Jawoyn people.
Discovering waterfront Darwin
Discovering waterfront Darwin
Reach the Northern Territory city of Darwin, a former frontier outpost on the shores of the Timor Sea, and a great base from which to explore rugged Australia.

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Outbound Travel

Days 1 & 2 – UK to Adelaide

Your journey of a lifetime begins today when you take your flight from London to Adelaide.

Arrival in Adelaide

Day 3 – Arrival in Adelaide

Arrival in Adelaide

Landing in the capital of South Australia today, you'll be transferred to your 5-Star hotel on a B&B basis.

Adelaide welcomes you with sandy beaches, hills for hiking, and chic city restaurants and bars. Its National Park City status tells you all you need to know about the character of Adelaide. Blooming with green spaces, you never have to walk far from the city streets to find a park or garden for some quiet down time.

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Adelaide

Day 4 – Exploring Adelaide

Adelaide

Enjoy a free day in Adelaide today, getting to know the City of Churches better. Spend some time shopping in the city and visit some of Adelaide's fine restaurants and bars.

Alternatively, get away from the big city atmosphere and head to the Botanic Gardens. You can take a tram to the beach for a few hours lazing on the sands or having a go at some water sports. If you'd prefer, you could hire a bike and zip around the city and its outskirts looking for inspiring stops and interesting views. You can take it easy and stroll around the streets, stopping for a coffee and watching local life go by.

Or choose one of optional excursions, available at a supplement.

Optional Excursions

The Ghan

Day 5 – Boarding the luxurious Ghan

The Ghan

Your epic south-to-north journey on the world-famous Ghan begins this afternoon, as you step aboard and settle into the elegance of life on this historic train. With all dining and drinks included, you can sit back and enjoy a front-row seat to Australia's cinematic landscapes.

By early evening, you'll arrive at Long Plains, where you'll step off the train and transfer to a celebrated South Australian wine region. Here, a special dinner experience awaits, showcasing the region's exceptional produce and fine wines. As the sun sets over the vineyards, raise a glass to the days of discovery ahead.

After dinner, return to the train and retire for the night as the Ghan continues its journey north.

The Red Centre

Day 6 – Through the Flinders Ranges

The Red Centre

Wake to changing landscapes as the Ghan arrives into Port Augusta, South Australia's gateway to the outback. After breakfast, step off the train and prepare for a full day discovering one of the nation's most remarkable regions: the Flinders Ranges.

Your off-train experience takes you deep into this ancient landscape, where rugged ranges, dramatic gorges and red rock outcrops tell stories millions of years in the making. From sweeping lookouts to meetings with native wildlife, the Flinders Ranges offers a striking introduction to the outback.

After a day of exploration, rejoin the train for a relaxed evening onboard recalling the day's unforgettable moments over dinner and drinks.

Marla & Alice Springs

Day 7 – Marla & Alice Springs

After a night of fine dining and relaxed comfort aboard the Ghan, wake to a spectacular outback sunrise at Marla, a remote outpost 100 miles from the Northern Territory border and gateway to the legendary Oodnadatta Track. With red dirt beneath your feet and a bonfire casting warmth into the cool morning air, pause to take in the stillness of this extraordinary place.

Back onboard, enjoy a leisurely brunch as the desert landscape unfolds on the journey north to Alice Springs. Here, a variety of off-train experiences await. Choose an off-road bike adventure across ochre-coloured earth, explore the Alice Springs' key landmarks or embrace a cultural experience at Standley Chasm, known as Angkerle Atwatye (the Gap of Water). Nature lovers can meet Australian wildlife at Desert Park or marvel at the striking beauty of Simpsons Gap. For a bird's-eye view, upgrade to a scenic helicopter flight and witness the sheer scale of this remarkable region.

Returning to the train in the late afternoon, there's time to freshen up before dinner is served and another memorable evening begins.

To Darwin

Day 8 – Nitmiluk Gorge & arrival in Darwin

To Darwin

Your final day aboard the Ghan begins in the tropical north, where the red desert gives way to rocky escarpments and fast-flowing canyon streams.

Here, you'll experience one of the Top End's greatest natural wonders on a cruise through the majestic Nitmiluk Gorge. As you glide along the water, your guide shares the cultural significance of this place to the Jawoyn people, weaving in stories that highlight their deep spiritual connection to the land. Alternatively, step into the lives of those who call the outback home at the Katherine Outback Experience or venture underground to explore the limestone chambers of the Cutta Cutta Caves, rich in native wildlife, indigenous culture and European history. For a different perspective, upgrade to a helicopter flight and witness the scale and grandeur of Nitmiluk from above.

After your excursion, return to the train and journey onwards to Darwin, where your unforgettable exploration of Australia by train draws to a close. On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Choose from our 4-Star and 5-Star hotels on a B&B basis.

Hotels

Darwin

Day 9 – Exploring Darwin

Darwin

Enjoy a free day in Darwin today and dive into this vibrant city. The capital of the Northern Territory, Darwin is well known for its Asian food scene and getting out and sampling some of the city's best restaurants and food markets is a must while you're here.

Alternatively, choose one of our optional excursions to dig a little deeper into Darwin and its tropical surroundings.

Optional Excursions

Inbound Travel

Days 10 & 11 – Homeward bound

Your incredible journey through Australia's rugged red centre comes to its end today when you're transferred from your hotel to the airport for your overnight flight back to London.

Arriving back in the UK on Day 11, you can begin to recall this unforgettable holiday and the many incredible sights you have witnessed.

Additional information

Mobility information

Due to the nature of our tours they are generally unsuitable for those with restricted mobility. If you’d like to discuss any particular holiday with us in this respect, then please don’t hesitate to call us.

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