Combine the Ghan journey from Adelaide to Darwin along with our incredible Darwin and Kakadu overnight touring, including amazing cruises, flights and transfers. Experience a special cruise to Arnhem Land with our Aboriginal guide along the mighty East Alligator River. Cruise along the spectacular Yellow Water Billabong and visit the famous rock art galleries of Ubirr. Experience places inaccessible to most with our experienced Aboriginal guide and hear enchanting stories of this ancient land. Discover the tropical city of Darwin. Everything is included train, all flights, tours, hotels, cruises and personalised transfers. Themes include: Northern Territory, South Australia, Departs from Darwin, Ghan, Luxury Coach, Returns from Katherine. + Show more

Package Includes

Ghan Train Adelaide to Darwin (Gold Class)
All Flights (e.g. home to Adelaide & Darwin to home)
3 Nights Darwin Hotel (4 Star typically)
1 Night Kakadu Hotel
2 Nights Ghan private Gold Class cabin (1 night ex Alice Springs)
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 Ghan Off-Train Excursions & Activities (eg Alice Springs, Katherine, Marla, Manguri)
Kakadu Overnight Luxury Coach Touring
Yellow Waters Cruise
Guluyambi Cultural Cruise to Arnhem Land
Darwin Coach Tour
Meet and Greet Personalised Return Transfers (Train Station, Hotel and Airport)
FREE DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book ($500 Value discounts and bonuses in Northern Territory)

Highlights

The Ghan Alice Springs The Esplanade Bicentennial Park Cavanagh Street (old China Town) Charles Darwin National Park Chinese Temple Cullen Bay Marina Cyclone Tracy Museum Darwin Botanic Gardens Darwin Convention Centre East Point Reserve Fannie Bay Fort Hill Wharf Lake Alexander Lyons Cottage Mindil Beach Sunset Markets Mitchell Street restaurants and cafes Northern Territory Parliament House NT Government House Stokes Hill Trendy Darwin Wharf USS Peary Memorial World War II Oil Storage Tunnels Darwin Cruise on Yellow Water Billabong Katherine Arnhem Land 4WD Cruise on East Alligator River Ubirr Rock

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DAYS 1-3 Ghan Adelaide to Alice Springs to Darwin

Fly into Adelaide and be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to the Ghan railway station to begin your 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 Alice Springs join on Day 2.

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 4 Darwin Coach 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 Coach 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 Accommodation.

DAY 5 Tour from Darwin to Kakadu

Kakadu National Park is Australia in its purest form, timeless and beautiful, striking and emotive, stunning waterfalls such as Jim Jim Falls bring life to this wonder of nature, Aboriginal rock art (20,000 years old) gives a fascinating insight into the lives of ancient tribes who made their home here.

Your friendly driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned luxury coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the on-board full commentary throughout the day. Journey along the Arnhem Highway to Kakadu National Park, stop at Nourlangie to see the ancient Aboriginal rock art and after lunch, cruise along the Yellow Water Billabong. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre and learn about the Aboriginal people in Kakadu.

Kakadu Tour with Hotel Pick Up, Yellow Water Billabong Cruise, Lunch, Overnight Kakadu Accommodation .

DAY 6 Ubirr, East Alligator River & Arnhem Land Explorer

Start the day by visiting Ubirr, the world heritage area and one of Kakadu’s most famous spots. There are several breathtaking Aboriginal art sites believed to be 20,000 years old. The walk leads up to a stunning lookout over the Nadab floodplains, woodlands and dark ribbons. Then take the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise, a unique boat tour on Kakadu’s scenically spectacular East Alligator River where you will listen to the insights into Aboriginal culture, including local mythology, the river’s abundant food chain and bush survival skills from an Aboriginal guide. With special permission of the local people, you are able to go ashore in Arnhem Land. Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre before returning to Darwin.

East Alligator River Cruise, Lunch, Return to Darwin, Overnight Accommodation .

DAY 7 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 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.

Upgrade to the Ultimate Ghan Expedition: Savour the Ghan experience with this extended Ghan journey. The epic Ghan Expedition special departures have four days of leisurely and immersive off-train experiences, adding an extra day. See Upgrade Options below for details.

Luxury Coach Touring

Your special overnight Luxury Coach Touring includes 2 lunches. The luxury vehicle has a personalised air-conditioning, a video system and an onboard toilet.

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.

Darwin Accommodation Included

This package includes our central "Deluxe" hotel with superior facilities, stylish room and first class service (typically 4 stars). If you’re on a budget, economy options are also available.

Why not treat yourself to an upscale “Luxury” hotel with a more luxurious feel for the discerning traveller and great for celebrating an anniversary (typically 5 stars). See Optional Upgrades below for more details, or simply ask.

Rail and Airport 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 and from your hotel to the airport to meet your flight home.

DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book

You receive the FREE DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book that includes $500 value of discounts and bonuses throughout Darwin and Northern Territory at shops, restaurants attractions, wineries etc. It's a great way to save even more on your Northern Territory holiday.

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.

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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 rugged outback is a memory you will treasure. 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. Enjoy the off-train touring and activities. Savour the delicious food and wines.

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Ghan with Darwin and Kakadu Overnight Touring

7 Day Train + Touring Package

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* Starting holiday costs, per person, for 2 people sharing, on selected travel dates (off-peak). Travel on other dates attracts a surcharge. Early Bird Specials require travel outside of the next 6 months (ie travel in more than 6 months time). As prices vary based on travel dates, be flexible with dates to get the for the best deals! Itinerary and vehicle types subject to change without notice. Subject to limited availability at these prices, after which higher prices apply, book now. Ex Adelaide/Alice Springs prices include only flights back to Adelaide/Alice Springs. See Important Information before booking. © DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Booking Code: mp447

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