The Ghan Expedition

4 Day Train Journey | Darwin to Adelaide

Travelling from Darwin at the top of the Northern Territory down to Adelaide in South Australia, this iconic train journey showcases the best of Australia through the red earth of the outback.

With plenty of time to explore off train, you'll visit Katherine Gorge, discover ancient Aboriginal art, enjoy a traditional bush BBQ and explore the underground caves of Coober Pedy.

For more information on other routes, see Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions.

The Ghan Expedition

Gold Service £2,119 | Platinum £3,359

Please note: Prices are per person based on twin share

Package price £4,499pp ( Includes 4 nights accomodation in Darwin, 3 day AAT Kings Kakadu & Katherine Gorge tour, 3 nights on The Ghan Expedition, Darwin to Adelaide, 3 nights accomodation in Adelaide, 2 nights in the Barossa Valley and Return International Flights ) Based on April 21 departures.

Based on twin share

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DAY 1: DARWIN AND KATHERINE GORGE

Board the legendary Ghan in Darwin at 10am and settle into your cabin, before taking lunch in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant. There's time for a leisurely cruise at Katherine Gorge, before jumping back on board for diner as the sun sets over the outback.

DAY 2: ALICE SPRINGS

Wake up to a change of scenery as you approach Alice Springs, visit the town's famous landmarks and the option to upgrade to the ultimate outback experience - a scenic flight over Uluru and Kata Tjuta (additional cost). This evening you'll enjoy a BBQ under the stars followed by a astronomers talk.

DAY 3: COOBER PEDY

Reach the opal mining capital of the world at Coober Pedy, a town where more than half of the locals live underground, and enjoy a gourmet lunch below the earth's surface.

DAY 4: ARRIVE INTO ADELAIDE

Watch the red baked earth turn to luscious green hills as you arrive into South Australia. Finish your journey in Adelaide - where Austravel would recommend you to spend a few days discovering the wine region of the Barossa Valley and the wlidlife haven of Kangaroo Island.

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Please Note: Includes three nights on board the Ghan in Platinum or Gold Service, all meals and beverages on train, plus off train excursions in Katherine, Alice Springs and Coober Pedy. Timetables are valid from 1 April '20 and are subject to change. The Ghan does not operate between 16 Dec '19 - 12 Jan'20.

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