The Ghan
Sundays from Adelaide between March-November, and Wednesday between April-October. Wednesdays from Darwin (March & November only).
RAIL tour
- Full board including all meals and beverages (premium Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks).
- Gold includes For Gold Twin: a comfortable sleeper cabin with compact en suite facilities and upper and lower berths that convert to a three seater lounge by day • For Gold Single: a comfortable sleeper cabin with a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared shower/toilet facilities at the end of the carriage• All inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant • All inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic beverages• All inclusive Off Train Experiences and short stops• Luggage allowance of 60kg per guest • FREE shuttle bus transfer in Darwin and Brisbane to select city hotels. Gold Premium includes Newly designed contemporary cabins with private compact en suite • Exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Premium Dining carriage • Two course, regionally inspired lunches and four course dinners • All inclusive premium Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages • All inclusive Off Train Experiences and preferences on tour selections • Luggage allowance of 75kg per guest • Priority luggage check-in • Power outlets in cabin plus in-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary • FREE shuttle bus transfer in Darwin and Brisbane to selected city centre hotels. Platinum includes A spacious double or twin cabin. By day, cabins are set up lounge-style with a moveable table and two ottomans and by night, lounges are converted to double or twin beds. The en suite is equipped with separate shower and toilet • Access to the exclusive Platinum Club for dining and socialising • All inclusive dining, beverages and Off Train Experiences • Freshly prepared continental breakfasts served upon request in-cabin • Refreshments served in-cabin • Luggage allowance of 90kg per guest • Priority luggage check-in • Power outlets and in-cabin safe plus in-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary • Transfers at the start and end of your journey available for guests within 60km of the terminal.
- The prices shown include 2 nights on the train based on Gold, Gold Premium or Platinum and a choice of immersive Off Train Experiences as highlighted in Marla, Alice Springs and Katherine. Information shown is for 2025 departures and may differ for 2026.
- Gold from £1899 per person, Gold Premium from £2242, Platinum from £2899 per person.
- This holiday is 100% financially protected. ATOL protected 2713
Our suggested itinerary is a starting point
We're specialists in tailor-made holidays, where we can adapt each itinerary to suit your requirements
Day 1 Adelaide & South Australia
Board the legendary Ghan and, as the big wheels start turning, tuck into lunch and admire the rolling pastoral lands of South Australia passing by. Marvel as the spectacular Flinders Ranges disappear into the horizon while relaxing in your cabin or mingling with fellow travellers in the lounge car. As night falls, return to the restaurant for a chef-prepared gourmet meal showcasing regional flair and seasonal flavours paired with a selection of Australian wines, beers and non-alcoholic beverages.
Day 2 Marla
Rise early to step off the train and stretch your legs as the sunlight slowly bathes the surrounding outback as you enjoy a steaming mug of coffee with a bacon and egg roll. Take a moment to enjoy the stillness on this short stop before re-boarding the train for brunch as you travel onwards to Alice Springs, an iconic Red Centre town. It may be remote, but it offers plenty to explore being home to doctors who fly, rivers that run dry, and a cast of colourful characters.
The choice of Off Train Experiences include a Simpsons Gap Discovery Walk; a visit to Desert Park to learn about the region's wildlife; A Town Called Alice which explores some iconic sites; Cycle Alice (limited availability) or Standley Chasm Cultural Walk. Alternatively, upgrade your experience with a helicopter ride for spellbinding views of Simpson's Gap (at extra expense). Return to the train late afternoon where you have time to rest and refresh before dinner is served.
Day 3 Katherine
Your day dawns in the tropical north and after breakfast, it's time to discover Katherine's pristine wilderness, which is stirring and powerful. You'll have the chance to explore it from the water or land with your choice of Off Train Experiences. Perhaps take a Nitmiluk Gorge Cruise; a Nitmiluk Rock Art Cruise; visit Cutta Cutta Caves (Apr-Oct and limited availability); or Katherine Outback Experience (Apr-Oct).
Again, you also have the option to upgrade your activity (at extra expense) to a Nitmiluk Gorge helicopter flight which really allows you to appreciate the sheer enormity of the river. Return to the train where you can kick back and savour the last few hours of this epic journey before the train rolls into Darwin as evening falls.
Need to know
Departures
Sundays from Adelaide between March-November, and Wednesday between April-October. Wednesdays from Darwin (March & November only).
Meals
Full board including all meals and beverages (premium Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks).
Accommodation
Gold includes For Gold Twin: a comfortable sleeper cabin with compact en suite facilities and upper and lower berths that convert to a three seater lounge by day • For Gold Single: a comfortable sleeper cabin with a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared shower/toilet facilities at the end of the carriage• All inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant • All inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic beverages• All inclusive Off Train Experiences and short stops• Luggage allowance of 60kg per guest • FREE shuttle bus transfer in Darwin and Brisbane to select city hotels. Gold Premium includes Newly designed contemporary cabins with private compact en suite • Exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Premium Dining carriage • Two course, regionally inspired lunches and four course dinners • All inclusive premium Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages • All inclusive Off Train Experiences and preferences on tour selections • Luggage allowance of 75kg per guest • Priority luggage check-in • Power outlets in cabin plus in-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary • FREE shuttle bus transfer in Darwin and Brisbane to selected city centre hotels. Platinum includes A spacious double or twin cabin. By day, cabins are set up lounge-style with a moveable table and two ottomans and by night, lounges are converted to double or twin beds. The en suite is equipped with separate shower and toilet • Access to the exclusive Platinum Club for dining and socialising • All inclusive dining, beverages and Off Train Experiences • Freshly prepared continental breakfasts served upon request in-cabin • Refreshments served in-cabin • Luggage allowance of 90kg per guest • Priority luggage check-in • Power outlets and in-cabin safe plus in-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary • Transfers at the start and end of your journey available for guests within 60km of the terminal.
Tour price
The prices shown include 2 nights on the train based on Gold, Gold Premium or Platinum and a choice of immersive Off Train Experiences as highlighted in Marla, Alice Springs and Katherine. Information shown is for 2025 departures and may differ for 2026.
Notes
Gold from £1899 per person, Gold Premium from £2242, Platinum from £2899 per person.
