In 2019, The Ghan marks 90 years of outback crossings. Much has changed since 1929, and today The Ghan offers more than transit between Adelaide to Darwin and vice versa. Onboard you will find sumptuous dining, elegant private cabins, attentive service, and the camaraderie of your fellow travellers. And when the train stops, the adventures begin. Choose from a huge range of included off-train experiences to create your own rich and rewarding personal journey through Australia’s outback and beyond. Choose from one of the following journeys to create the foundation for your next adventure or, extend the experience with a tailored holiday package. Welcome aboard.
Day 1: Darwin and 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 region’s most impressive 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’ll never forget.
Day 2: 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 Centre’s 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.
Day 3: Arrive Adelaide (at 13:00)
From your cabin window this morning you’ll see a dramatic change in landscape, as the rich ochre tones of the outback make way for the 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.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 3D2N |
Day 1: Darwin and 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 region’s most impressive 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’ll never forget.
Day 2: 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 Centre’s 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.
Day 3: Arrive Adelaide (at 13:00)
From your cabin window this morning you’ll see a dramatic change in landscape, as the rich ochre tones of the outback make way for the 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.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 3D2N |
Day 1: Darwin and Kaherine
Your first day will see you depart Australia’s most northerly city of Darwin, and after lunch on the train as it makes its way through lush green tropics, you’ll arrive in Katherine, where you have the opportunity to connect with its rich Indigenous and early settler history. Take a cruise along the mesmerising Nitmiluk Gorge, located on the lands of the Jawoyn people. With ancient rock art sites punctuating the park, and Dreamtime stories bringing the landforms to life, you will explore the silence, stillness and significance of this place of rare beauty.
Day 2: Alice Springs (at 09:10)
After breakfast onboard, you’ll roll into Alice Springs. An Australian town with an atmosphere of its own, Alice Springs brings together the region’s rich history, outstanding Indigenous art, and diverse local wildlife.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 2D1N |
Day 1: Darwin and Kaherine
Your first day will see you depart Australia’s most northerly city of Darwin, and after lunch on the train as it makes its way through lush green tropics, you’ll arrive in Katherine, where you have the opportunity to connect with its rich Indigenous and early settler history. Take a cruise along the mesmerising Nitmiluk Gorge, located on the lands of the Jawoyn people. With ancient rock art sites punctuating the park, and Dreamtime stories bringing the landforms to life, you will explore the silence, stillness and significance of this place of rare beauty.
Day 2: Alice Springs (at 09:10)
After breakfast onboard, you’ll roll into Alice Springs. An Australian town with an atmosphere of its own, Alice Springs brings together the region’s rich history, outstanding Indigenous art, and diverse local wildlife.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 2D1N |
Day 1: Alice Springs and Manguri
The journey begins as you board the train at Alice Springs at midday. As you pass through the stark beauty of the outback, enjoy the comforts of the train, your cabin, and dining options, and mingle with other travellers. Stopping in the desert just after dinner, take in the sky as you have never seen it before – a black velvet blanket studded with a billion sparkling diamonds. The stars in the outback have to be seen to be believed.
Day 2: Adelaide
Take in the views of the Flinders Ranges as you enjoy breakfast, there’s no better viewpoint to watch the spectacular ancient landscape as it changes into the rolling pastoral lands of South Australia. Relax as the train weaves its way to Adelaide, arriving by early afternoon.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 2D1N |
Day 1: Alice Springs and Manguri
The journey begins as you board the train at Alice Springs at midday. As you pass through the stark beauty of the outback, enjoy the comforts of the train, your cabin, and dining options, and mingle with other travellers. Stopping in the desert just after dinner, take in the sky as you have never seen it before – a black velvet blanket studded with a billion sparkling diamonds. The stars in the outback have to be seen to be believed.
Day 2: Adelaide
Take in the views of the Flinders Ranges as you enjoy breakfast, there’s no better viewpoint to watch the spectacular ancient landscape as it changes into the rolling pastoral lands of South Australia. Relax as the train weaves its way to Adelaide, arriving by early afternoon.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 2D1N |
Day 1: Adelaide
Departing Adelaide, what lies ahead is rugged, beautiful and spectacular – through the Red Centre to the tropical north of Australia. Settle into your cabin and watch the rolling pastoral lands of South Australia from your window, or meet your fellow travellers in the lounge car. Before long some of the oldest rock formations in the world, the Flinders Ranges, come into view. As darkness envelops the rugged outback, it’s time to indulge in a regionally-inspired dinner and all-inclusive fine wines and beverages.
Day 2: Alice Springs
Begin with a freshly brewed coffee or juice as the day dawns at Marla, an outback outpost in the remote reaches of South Australia. It is here, deep inland, that you will enjoy a one of a kind experience, as you watch the desert come to life at sunrise. All aboard for brunch as you make your way through the MacDonnell Ranges to Alice Springs where a choice of Off Train Excursions awaits. Alice is an iconic Red Centre outpost. 1,500 kilometres from the nearest major city, it may be remote, but offers plenty to explore – home to doctors who fly, rivers that run dry, and a cast of colourful characters. Your time in the ‘capital out of the outback’ offers numerous opportunities to explore its historic legacy and unique environment.
Day 3: Katherine and Darwin
Your day dawns in the tropical north. The pristine wilderness of Katherine is stirring and powerful, and you’ll have the chance to explore it from the water or land with your choice of off train experiences. Cruise the jaw-dropping Nitmiluk Gorge, learn more about its ancient Indigenous rock paintings and gain insight into the culture of the traditional owners of Nitmiluk, the Jawoyn people, or discover authentic outback life on a cattle station. As evening falls, arrive in Darwin to complete your epic Australian journey.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 3D2N |
Day 1: Adelaide
Departing Adelaide, what lies ahead is rugged, beautiful and spectacular – through the Red Centre to the tropical north of Australia. Settle into your cabin and watch the rolling pastoral lands of South Australia from your window, or meet your fellow travellers in the lounge car. Before long some of the oldest rock formations in the world, the Flinders Ranges, come into view. As darkness envelops the rugged outback, it’s time to indulge in a regionally-inspired dinner and all-inclusive fine wines and beverages.
Day 2: Alice Springs
Begin with a freshly brewed coffee or juice as the day dawns at Marla, an outback outpost in the remote reaches of South Australia. It is here, deep inland, that you will enjoy a one of a kind experience, as you watch the desert come to life at sunrise. All aboard for brunch as you make your way through the MacDonnell Ranges to Alice Springs where a choice of Off Train Excursions awaits. Alice is an iconic Red Centre outpost. 1,500 kilometres from the nearest major city, it may be remote, but offers plenty to explore – home to doctors who fly, rivers that run dry, and a cast of colourful characters. Your time in the ‘capital out of the outback’ offers numerous opportunities to explore its historic legacy and unique environment.
Day 3: Katherine and Darwin
Your day dawns in the tropical north. The pristine wilderness of Katherine is stirring and powerful, and you’ll have the chance to explore it from the water or land with your choice of off train experiences. Cruise the jaw-dropping Nitmiluk Gorge, learn more about its ancient Indigenous rock paintings and gain insight into the culture of the traditional owners of Nitmiluk, the Jawoyn people, or discover authentic outback life on a cattle station. As evening falls, arrive in Darwin to complete your epic Australian journey.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 3D2N |
Day 1: Adelaide
Step aboard the legendary Ghan and take time acquainting yourself with our friendly staff and your comfortable private cabin. From Adelaide, you’ll travel through the pastoral fields of South Australia’s mid north. Indulge in a pre-dinner drink and lively discussion with fellow diners as you anticipate tomorrow’s breathtakingly beautiful outback experience. A multi-course dinner awaits, with a regionally-inspired menu and all-inclusive fine wines and beverages.
Day 2: Marla and Alice Springs
Alight the train to watch the sun come up over the desert. You have never truly experienced a sunrise until you have seen one in the heart of the Australian outback. Brunch is served on the train and soon you are crossing the state border and into the Northern Territory. Then you’ll glide through the MacDonnell Ranges and arrive at Alice Springs (or The Alice, as it is known by the locals) in the afternoon, with you choice of unique off train experiences to get to know this remote, and remarkable, outback centre.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 2D1N |
Day 1: Adelaide
Step aboard the legendary Ghan and take time acquainting yourself with our friendly staff and your comfortable private cabin. From Adelaide, you’ll travel through the pastoral fields of South Australia’s mid north. Indulge in a pre-dinner drink and lively discussion with fellow diners as you anticipate tomorrow’s breathtakingly beautiful outback experience. A multi-course dinner awaits, with a regionally-inspired menu and all-inclusive fine wines and beverages.
Day 2: Marla and Alice Springs
Alight the train to watch the sun come up over the desert. You have never truly experienced a sunrise until you have seen one in the heart of the Australian outback. Brunch is served on the train and soon you are crossing the state border and into the Northern Territory. Then you’ll glide through the MacDonnell Ranges and arrive at Alice Springs (or The Alice, as it is known by the locals) in the afternoon, with you choice of unique off train experiences to get to know this remote, and remarkable, outback centre.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 2D1N |
Day 1: Alice Springs
An early evening departure from Alice Springs Terminal and it is time to enjoy modern Australian cuisine and regional fine wines onboard. And of course, there’s time to socialise with your fellow traveller before retiring to your comfortable private cabin for the night.
Day 2: Katherine and Darwin
The pristine wilderness of Katherine is stirring and powerful, and you’ll have the chance to explore it from the water or land with your choice of off train experiences. Cruise the jaw-dropping Nitmiluk Gorge, learn more about its ancient Indigenous rock paintings and gain insight into the culture of the traditional owners of Nitmiluk, the Jawoyn people; or discover a slice of authentic outback life on a cattle station for a unique window to the inner working of life in the outback. You’ll hear rollicking stories, watch a horse and cattle dog demonstration, and sit back and relax with a live music performance of Aussie anthems. Once back on board, share lunch and laughter with new and old friends as the train makes its way through lush, green tropics to arrive at the terminal in Darwin in the early evening.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 2D1N |
Day 1: Alice Springs
An early evening departure from Alice Springs Terminal and it is time to enjoy modern Australian cuisine and regional fine wines onboard. And of course, there’s time to socialise with your fellow traveller before retiring to your comfortable private cabin for the night.
Day 2: Katherine and Darwin
The pristine wilderness of Katherine is stirring and powerful, and you’ll have the chance to explore it from the water or land with your choice of off train experiences. Cruise the jaw-dropping Nitmiluk Gorge, learn more about its ancient Indigenous rock paintings and gain insight into the culture of the traditional owners of Nitmiluk, the Jawoyn people; or discover a slice of authentic outback life on a cattle station for a unique window to the inner working of life in the outback. You’ll hear rollicking stories, watch a horse and cattle dog demonstration, and sit back and relax with a live music performance of Aussie anthems. Once back on board, share lunch and laughter with new and old friends as the train makes its way through lush, green tropics to arrive at the terminal in Darwin in the early evening.
Language |
: | English |
Hotel pickup & dropoff |
: | Included |
Total time |
: | 2D1N |