Ghan to Darwin Short Break

6 Day Train + Touring Package

The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin with a night in Adelaide, 2 nights in Darwin, flights and transfers. All The Ghan off-train activities are included, like Alice Springs, Katherine Gorge and Marla. Enjoy the comfort of your private cabin with ensuite; savour the delicious food and wines. And when the train stops along the way, the adventures begin with incredible off-train activities. Everything is included in this amazing value package. Discover the majesty of The Ghan in this package to Darwin. Experience all-inclusive luxury onboard The Ghan and discover the tropical city of Darwin.   Themes include: South Australia, Northern Territory, Departs from Adelaide, Ghan, Luxury Coach, Returns from Darwin. + Show more

Package Includes

  • The Ghan Adelaide to Darwin (Gold Class)
  • All Flights (e.g. home to Adelaide & Darwin to home)
  • 1 Night Adelaide Hotel (superior 4 star) [except departing Adelaide] 
  • 2 Nights Darwin Hotel (superior 4 star)
  • 2 Nights The Ghan private Gold Class cabin 
  • All meals onboard The Ghan, FREE beverages throughout your journey, FREE toiletries kit, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and commentary, use of "Outback Explorer Lounge"
  • All The Ghan Off-Train Excursions & Activities (eg Alice Springs, Katherine, Marla)
  • Meet and Greet Personalised Return Transfers (Train Station, Hotel and Airport)

Highlights

  The Ghan   Alice Springs   Katherine   Arafura Sea   Katherine Gorge Cruise   Cullen Bay Marina   Mitchell Street restaurants and cafes   Darwin   The Esplanade   Cavanagh Street (old China Town)   Marla
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DAY 1 Welcome to Adelaide

As you arrive into Adelaide you can feel the history and culture of this splendid boutique city. You will be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to experience Adelaide. Perhaps relax at your hotel, explore its facilities and take a stroll around central Adelaide.
  
You could discover Adelaide’s laneway secrets, it's bars, cafes, galleries and boutique shops. Wander the tree-lined boulevard of North Terrace, home to the city’s most important cultural institutions. Take in the stunning flora at Adelaide Botanic Gardens or visit the bustling beachside neighbourhood of Glenelg with its white sandy beach, heritage hotels and alfresco cafés.

Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation

DAYS 2-4 The Ghan Adelaide to Alice Springs to Darwin

Enjoy a relaxing slow-paced morning at your hotel, before your DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative takes you to The Ghan railway station to begin your remarkable journey to Darwin.

Take a magical journey through the heart of the continent, for three days you'll be transfixed by the sheer beauty of Australia's ever changing landscape, the green rolling hills of Australia's fertile south, the vibrant ochre earth and cobalt skies of Australia's red-centre and the balmy tropical grandeur of Northern Territory's capital Darwin. 

When you arrive into Darwin you can sense the cosmopolitan and thriving atmosphere of this historic tropical north Australian city. You will be personally met at The Ghan railway station by DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to your Darwin hotel. You can relax and use the rest of the day to explore your hotel and its facilities, perhaps take a stroll around the neighbourhood and central Darwin.  

See below for full details on The Ghan journey. Note: passengers embarking in Adelaide join on Day 2 at The Ghan train station (without the hotel or transfers in Adelaide) but with the inclusions on all other days

Meet and Greet Personalised Rail Transfer, 2 Nights Gold Service Cabin on The Ghan, 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners, Luxury Alice Springs Coach Touring, Luxury Katherine Touring, Meet and Greet Personalised Hotel Transfer, Overnight Darwin Accommodation 

DAY 5 Explore Darwin

The vibrant city of Darwin in Australia's Northern Territory has a wealth of exciting things to see and do, get a taste of the city at the Parap Village Markets or explore the many street vendors spread out throughout the city, sail Darwin's fabulous harbour, enjoy outdoor festivals, art precincts and waterside restaurants, the city is also the gateway to sensational Litchfield National Park, Kakadu National Park and the Tiwi Islands.

Overnight Darwin Accommodation 

DAY 6 Say Goodbye to Darwin

Time to say goodbye to beautiful tropical Darwin, your fellow travellers and friendly hotel hosts. You will be personally met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.

Meet and Greet Personalised Departure Transfer

Inclusions Onboard The Ghan

Relax in your private Gold Class Cabin and watch the red heart of Australia pass by through your large window. Enjoy all meals onboard The Ghan in the stylish Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car (flexible times, hearty breakfasts, two course lunches, three course dinners). Your package includes FREE soft drinks, beers, high-quality standard wines, base spirits, tea and coffee throughout your journey on board. You will also receive a FREE toiletries kit. You have your own ensuite, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and detailed journey commentary (available from your cabin sound system) and you will love the cosy but exclusive atmosphere of the Outback Explorer Lounge. Your package includes Gold Class but can be upgraded to Platinum Class.

Upgrade to Platinum Class: Experience the luxury of larger cabin space (twice the size of a Gold Class Twin Cabin) along with private Platinum Transfers, in-cabin breakfasts and access to the exclusive new Platinum Lounge and Restaurant. See Upgrade Options below for details.

Upgrade to The Ghan Expedition: Savour The Ghan's ultimate experience with the epic extended journey. The Ghan Expedition special departures have four days of leisurely and immersive off-train experiences, adding an extra day. See our 'The Ghan Expedition' version holidays.

Flights Included

This package includes all flights as detailed below in the price section (including all fees, levies and taxes). However, we can tailor this package to include our special discounted 'package only' airfares from anywhere. Simply let us know.

Rail, Hotel and Airport Transfers Included

You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the Adelaide airport to your hotel and from your hotel to the railway station, from the railway station on arrival in Darwin to your hotel and from your hotel to the airport to meet your flight home. 

All Off-Train Excursions & Activities Included

This package includes all Off-Train activities with various touring options:

Alice Springs: Choose from a selection of included tour options. 

Katherine: Choose from a selection of included tour and gorge cruise options.

Marla: Disembark to enjoy the stillness of the outback at sunrise and a light breakfast and tea or coffee in this remote and tiny enclave. 

The Ghan in Detail

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Overview

Prepare for a holiday of unimaginable proportions… aboard the legendary Ghan. This remarkable journey connects Darwin and Adelaide, travelling through the red heart of Australia. The contrast of the opulent Ghan journeying through the ever-changing landscape of rugged outback will live with you forever. From Adelaide, witness South Australia's rolling green hills gradually change to the ochre red of the Flinders Ranges, then travel through the Red Centre to Alice Springs, before reaching the tropical Top End through Katherine to Darwin. You will feel the true spirit of our ancient land.

When the train stops, the adventures begin with a wide choice of included off-train touring and activities. Onboard enjoy your elegant private cabin with ensuite and savour the delicious food and wines with incredible dining experiences and attentive service.

DISCOVER AUSTRALIA has included everything in your package, there’s no more to pay.


Optional Upgrades

Ghan Expedition Upgrade

The Ultimate Ghan Experience. Upgrade to the ultimate “Ghan Expedition” for a special extended 4 day train journey allowing you to stop and really immerse yourself in some of the most remote yet captivating parts of Australia in style and luxury. Extras Include: extra night aboard The Ghan, extended off-train excursions and special BBQ dinner in Alice Springs, immersive Katherine touring/cruising options, full day in Coober Pedy where touring options come with gourmet lunch. The additional time taken creates an incredible, one-of-a-kind Ghan experience. The popular Ghan Expedition (4 day, 3 nights) operates from Darwin to Adelaide only between April and October. Upgrade your package to incorporate the amazing “Ghan Expedition”. + Show more

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Ghan to Darwin Short Break

6 Day Train + Touring Package

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*Holiday costs per person, for 2 people sharing, travelling on indicated dates. Subject to limited availability at these prices, after which higher prices normally apply, book now. Prices are subject to change without notice. Choose from “Single” options for solo traveller prices. Booking requests are made subject to availability. Ex Adelaide package starts at The Ghan train station on day 2 (without the hotel or transfers in Adelaide). Itinerary and vehicle types subject to change without notice. Some governments and service operators have travel requirements. Your included flights advised via email with 24 hours to select alternative flights, routing, airline or dates (alternatives may be at a higher price). Included flights may not be the most direct routing. Arrive earlier/stay longer for specified airports only. Stop-overs are not possible. Subject to Booking Conditions, ' see Important Information before booking. © DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Booking Code: mp136

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