Ghan & Indian Pacific with Darwin & Perth Discover

12 Day Train + Train Package

Combine two mighty trains, the Ghan and Indian Pacific. Enjoy the Ghan to Darwin, 1 night in Adelaide, 3 nights in Darwin, 2 nights in Perth and the Indian Pacific from Perth to Sydney. Experience the grandeur of the Ghan and the Indian Pacific on this train journey as well as coach tours in both Darwin and Perth and free time to explore the towns at your own pace. Themes include: South Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia, New South Wales, Departs from Adelaide, Ghan, Indian Pacific, Luxury Coach, Returns from Sydney. + Show more

Package Includes

  • Ghan Train Adelaide to Darwin (Gold Class)
  • Indian Pacific Perth to Sydney (Gold Class)
  • All Flights (e.g. home to Adelaide, Darwin to Perth and Sydney to home)
  • 1 Night Adelaide Hotel (superior 4 star) [except departing Adelaide] 
  • 3 Nights Darwin Hotel (superior 4 star)
  • 2 Nights Perth Hotel (superior 4 star)
  • 2 Nights Ghan  private Gold Class cabin 
  • 3 Nights Indian Pacific private Gold Class cabin (2 nights ex Adelaide)
  • All meals onboard Ghan, FREE beverages throughout your journey, FREE toiletries kit, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and commentary, use of "Outback Explorer Lounge"
  • All meals onboard Indian Pacific, FREE beverages throughout your journey, FREE toiletries kit, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and commentary, use of "Outback Explorer Lounge"
  • Katherine Gorge Cruise
  • Darwin Tour
  • Perth Welcome Tour
  • All Ghan Off-Train Excursions & Activities (e.g. Alice Springs, Katherine, Marla, Manguri)
  • All Indian Pacific Off-Train Excursions & Activities (e.g. Broken Hill, Adelaide, Blue Mountains, Kalgoorlie, Rawlinna, Cook)
  • Return Airport and Rail Transfers

Highlights

  The Ghan   Indian Pacific   Adelaide   Darwin   Broken Hill   Kalgoorlie (Perth to Adelaide)   Blue Mountains   Timor Sea   Arafura Sea   Cullen Bay Marina   Mindil Beach Sunset Markets   Mitchell Street restaurants and cafes   World War II Oil Storage Tunnels   USS Peary Memorial   Cyclone Tracy Museum   Charles Darwin National Park   Fannie Bay   Kings Park and Botanic Gardens   Darwin Botanic Gardens   The WACA (cricket ground)   The Bell Tower   The Perth Mint   Watertown Discount Shopping Complex   Crown Casino and Resort Perth   Swan River
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Wildflower Sale

The best time to visit Perth is undoubtedly during wildflower season, where the landscape erupts into magnificent colour. Travel to WA during September, October or November with this package to experience this remarkable natural phenomenon. There are more than 15,000 species of wildflowers throughout WA - many only found here - such as clusters of splendid rare orchids in the south, prolific inland carpets of everlastings as far as the eye can see to colourful roadside kangaroo paws. Book now to save.

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 Ghan Adelaide 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. 

See below for full details on your 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.

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.    

Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, 2 Nights Gold Service Cabin on the Ghan (1 Night ex Alice Springs), 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners, Luxury Alice Springs Coach Tour (Adelaide to Darwin customers only), Luxury Katherine Gorge Tour, Meet and Greet Personalised Rail Transfer, Overnight Darwin Accommodation.

Day 5 Darwin Guided Tour

The tropical northern city of Darwin is located on a massive and spectacular harbour on the Timor Sea. It has a multicultural population of 129,062 people, that is a melting-pot cultures from more than 50 countries, who pride themselves on their unique and friendly laid-back lifestyle. Darwin has year round balmy weather and has many popular attractions including Aquascene, Burnett House, Casuarina Coastal Reserve, Charles Darwin National Park, Cullen Bay Marina, Darwin Convention Centre, Deckchair Cinema, East Point Reserve & Lake Alexander, Fannie Bay Gaol, George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Indo Pacific Marine, Lyons Cottage, Mindil Beach Sunset Markets, Museum & Art Gallery of the NT, Northern Territory Parliament House, USS Peary Memorial and the fascinating World War II Oil Storage Tunnels. There is plenty to see and do in our magnificent and vibrant Top End.

Your tour today includes: see Smith Street Mall, Mitchell Street (restaurants and cafes), St Mary's Cathedral, Cavanagh Street (old China Town), Chinese Temple, Stokes Hill, Fort Hill Wharf, Trendy Darwin Wharf precinct on the harbor, World War II oil storage tunnel, Christ Church Cathedral, Supreme Court of the Northern Territory, Government House, Parliament House, Bicentennial Park, The Esplanade, Casino Mindil Beach (Darwin's famous market is located here). Visit the Museum & Art Gallery. Learn about Cyclone Tracy (mother nature's hand in changing this city). See the upmarket Fannie Bay and Darwin Botanical Gardens. Spot for wallabies in the grasslands.

Darwin Tour with Hotel Pick Up, Overnight Darwin Accommodation.

Day 6 Explore Darwin

Darwin, remote romantic and refined. Set in Australia's scenic outback breathtaking vistas abound, home to outdoor festivals, WWII history and ocean-front eateries, the balmy and beautiful surrounds of Australia's 'Top End' are captivating.

Enjoy a day to explore Darwin at your own pace.

Overnight Darwin Accommodation.

Day 7 Fly to Perth

Time to say goodbye to beautiful tropical Darwin. You will be personally met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from your hotel to the airport for your flight to Perth. On arrival in Perth, you will be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to your Perth hotel.

Meet and Greet Personalised Airport Transfers, Overnight Perth Accommodation.

Day 8 Perth Welcome Tour

Let us show you the sights of our beautiful city of Perth to get your bearings and benefit from the informative commentary. It's a true welcome to Perth. This three and a half hour tour takes in most of the city's major attractions plus takes you to South Perth across the Swan River and along Perth beaches. Now you have a good orientation and knowledge of the Perth area, you can return to soak up some places at your own pace. Don't forget your DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book for amazing discounts and bonuses.

The bohemian port town of Fremantle has a unique feel and distinctive cafe lifestyle. See the amazing colonial architecture and experience Fremantle. En route to Fremantle take in the views from the "Tree Top Walk" in King's Park and travel along some of Perth's finest beaches. Travel back to the city alongside the Swan River. (Half day luxury coach tour). This amazing Special Holiday Package represents unbeatable value and choice.

Perth Welcome Tour, Overnight Perth Accommodation.

Days 9–12 Indian Pacific Perth to Sydney

Leaving Perth on your transcontinental adventure across Australia to Sydney you're embarking on one of the world's great train journeys, the view from your cabin window offers up a visual feast, the lush greens of the Avon Valley, the vast treeless plains of the Nullarbor and the rugged beauty of the Blue Mountains are just some of the incredible highlights.

See below for full details on your Indian Pacific journey. Note: passengers disembarking in Adelaide depart on Day 11 (without the Sydney to Adelaide component).  

As you arrive into Sydney you can feel the rush and hustle-bustle of this major cosmopolitan global city. You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the railway station to the airport to meet your flight home.

Transfer to Railway Station, 3 Nights Gold Service Cabin on the Indian Pacific (2 Nights ex Adelaide), 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners, Luxury Kalgoorlie Coach Tour (Perth to Sydney customers only), Luxury Adelaide Coach Tour (Perth to Sydney customers only), Luxury Broken Hill Coach Tour, 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 en suite, 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.

Inclusions onboard the Indian Pacific

Relax in your private Gold Class Cabin and watch the passing landscapes of Australia pass by through your large window. Enjoy all meals onboard the Indian Pacific 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 en suite, 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.

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.

Airport and Rail Transfers Included

You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to the railway station, from the railway station on arrival in Darwin to your hotel, from your hotel to the airport to meet your flight to Perth and from the airport on arrival in Perth to your hotel. You will also be transferred from your hotel to the railway station to being your Indian Pacific journey to Sydney. You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative on arrival in Sydney and be transferred 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:

Broken Hill: Choose from a selection of included tour options.

Adelaide: Choose from a selection on included tour options.

Cook: Enjoy a self-guided walk of this deserted outback town.

Blue Mountains: (Perth to Sydney): Explore the magnificent Blue Mountains by railway, cableway and skyway.

Kalgoorlie: (Perth to Sydney): Experience a thrilling tour of the world’s largest single open cut mining operation.

Rawlinna: (Sydney to Perth): Disembark to enjoy a traditional outback lamb roast, under the wide Nullarbor skies.

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. (Upgrade to the Ghan Expedition and also experience the Outback Pioneer Dinner)

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

Marla (Ghan Classic Adelaide to Darwin): Disembark to enjoy a light breakfast and tea or coffee in this remote and tiny enclave.

Manguri (Ghan Classic Darwin to Adelaide): Disembark to enjoy a nightcap, served with premium chocolate, by the light of an Outback bonfire.

Coober Pedy (Ghan Expedition upgrade): Full day in Coober Pedy. Tour the tunnels and caves of this underground town, visit the underground Serbian Orthodox church, see Umoona Opal Mine, enjoy a gourmet underground lunch and visit the Breakaways stunning outback moonscape.

The Ghan in Detail

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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.


The Indian Pacific in Detail

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The adventure that spans Australia... the world famous trans-continental Indian Pacific connects Australia's Pacific and Indian Ocean coasts. This remarkable journey between Sydney and Perth encompasses the kaleidoscope of Australian landscapes, such as the dramatic Blue Mountains, historic outback Broken Hill, South Australia's rolling green hills, Adelaide, the expansive Nullarbor Plain, the goldfields of Kalgoorlie, the golden wheatbelt and fertile Avon Valley. Cruise the Nullarbor on this stylish luxury train. Enjoy the off-train touring and activities. Savour the food and wines matching the destinations you pass through. Choose between the traditional 4 day Sydney to Perth ‘Classic’ journey or the ultimate Indian Pacific experience on the epic 5 day Perth to Sydney ‘Expedition’.

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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