✓ Incredible sightseeing, travel on The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin through the fiery red centre, experience the majesty of Uluru, tour Kings Canyon and witness crocodiles in Kakadu
✓ 2 nights on board The Ghan in a Gold Twin cabin (upgrades available). All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages. A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
✓ 10 nights’ accommodation in 3-4 star hotels
✓ 18 meals throughout
✓ Day tours to experience West MacDonnell Ranges, Uluru, Kings Canyon and Kakadu
✓ Transportation included as per the itinerary
✓ In depth sightseeing as per itinerary
✓ $750 Bonus value per couple
✓ 7 Day cooling off period. See under Fine Print for more information.
✓ Only $99 deposit per person. View payment requirements in 'How to Book & Payments' below.
13 Day The Ghan & Territory Complete
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Train
The Ghan
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Pace
Moderate
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Escorted
Independent
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Cooling Off Period
7 Days
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$750 in Bonus Value per couple
✓ Incredible sightseeing, travel on The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin through the fiery red centre, experience the majesty of Uluru, tour Kings Canyon and witness crocodiles in Kakadu
✓ 2 nights on board The Ghan in a Gold Twin cabin (upgrades available). All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages. A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
✓ 10 nights’ accommodation in 3-4 star hotels
✓ 18 meals throughout
✓ Day tours to experience West MacDonnell Ranges, Uluru, Kings Canyon and Kakadu
✓ Transportation included as per the itinerary
✓ In depth sightseeing as per itinerary
✓ $750 Bonus value per couple
✓ 7 Day cooling off period. See under Fine Print for more information.
✓ Only $99 deposit per person. View payment requirements in 'How to Book & Payments' below.
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Your unbelievable journey on the Ghan begins today. 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.
The train departs from the Adelaide Parklands Terminal on Richmond Road Keswick South Australia, 5035 (also known as Keswick Terminal). Terminal access from Richmond Road or Sir Donald Bradman Drive.
Your train departs at approximately 12:10PM. Check in for your rail journey opens approximately two hours prior to your scheduled departure time. All guests are required to check in at least 60 minutes prior to departure to be welcomed onboard. Please bring your travel itinerary and Photo I.D.
Please note: Off train excursions are booked upon boarding the train
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.
On arrival join your hotel transfer and be transferred to your hotel.
Today you will be picked up from your hotel to join a tour of the West Macdonnell Ranges at approximately 7:00AM. The panoramic landscapes of the West MacDonnell Ranges are extraordinary for their immensity and array of sunburnt oranges, maroons and purples. View spectacular outback scenery and take photos as we travel along through magnificent Outback Country, stopping at the many historic locations. As we depart town, we will stop at the historical Flynn’s Grave Memorial. Enjoy beautiful walks at both Simpsons Gap and Standley Chasm. The tour concludes back at your hotel at approximately 12:00PM where the rest of the day is at leisure.
Today you will be collected from your hotel at approximately 7:00am and transferred to Uluru.
Learn the natural and geological history of the region (commentary only), as well as the unique Australian desert flora and fauna, and hear about the traditional customs and beliefs of the local Aboriginals. View flat-topped Atila (Mt Conner) in the distance, before exploring the amazing World Heritage-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
On arrival in Uluru you will be dropped at your hotel at around 1:00PM where the rest of the day is at leisure.
Sit back and relax as you travel into the amazing Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park. Your Driver Guide will provide expert commentary while you enjoy the amazing surroundings and the sight of Uluru in the distance. This fascinating icon stands 348 metres high, however, most of its mass is below ground level. You’ll be overwhelmed by its incredible size, presence and inherent spirituality.
Please note: Starts 60 minutes before sunset and concludes approximately 30 minutes after sunset, includes hotel pick up/drop off.
This afternoon, you’ll be collected from your hotel. Travel in the comfort of your coach around the base of Uluru with your Driver Guide who will provide details on its incredible history. You’ll be fascinated by the Aboriginal stories that go back many thousands of years. Learn the significance of ancient Aboriginal rock art, about the area’s flora and fauna, and culture of its traditional owners, the Anangu. Your day concludes with a spectacular sunset at Uluru.
Today is a free day to relax and enjoy your resort and its surroundings.
The early rise is well worth it as you experience the two major landmarks in Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park. Start with an amazing sunrise at Talinguru Nyakunytaku, the Uluru (Ayers Rock) sunrise viewing area. Afterwards, on the 45 kms drive to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) your Driver Guide will provide you with an historical overview of the National Park. The walk through the sheer walls of Walpa Gorge won’t disappoint as you’re led into a world of rare plant species and lush evergreen shrubs.
Please note: Starts 90 minutes before sunrise and concludes approximately 11:30AM, includes hotel pick up/drop off.
Today is an early start. At approximately 4:30am you will be collected from your hotel to begin the journey to Kings Canyon. You’ll get a sense of the remoteness of outback Australia as you travel to Kings Canyon. Located in the heart of Watarrka National Park, it lies in an ancient Australian landscape that is sacred ground for the Ulpanyali and Lilla people. The Rim Walk is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The climb up a 100-metre cliff face reveals views of sandstone walls, grottos, chasms and cliffs. Or, for something more relaxing, set off on a two-kilometre stroll along the creek bed that leads to impressive views of the canyon rim.
Today concludes back at your hotel at approximately 5:30pm.
At around 12:30pm you will be collected from your hotel to journey back to Alice Springs. Travel through desert scenery from Ayers Rock Resort. Enjoy comprehensive commentary of your surroundings as you pass through the rugged outback. View majestic Atila (Mt. Conner) along the way. Stop at Erldunda Roadhouse where there is the opportunity to purchase afternoon tea (own expense). Travel North along the Stuart Highway before arriving at Alice Springs. On arrival in Alice Springs at approximately 7:00pm you will be dropped at your hotel.
Enjoy a free day in Alice Springs. We have included late check-out so you can use your room until 6pm.
At the appropriate time you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the train station to reboard The Ghan! An early evening departure around 6:15pm from Alice Springs Terminal and it is time to enjoy modern Australian cuisine for dinner. And of course, there is time to socialise with your fellow travellers.
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 train journey.
On arrival in Darwin, you will be met and transferred to your central Darwin hotel.
Today is a full day at leisure to enjoy the tropical surrounds of Darwin.
You will be collected from your hotel to travel to Litchfield National Park. Litchfield National Park contains several types of typical Top End habitats including lush monsoon forests, termite mounds, unusual rock formations, waterfalls and cascades. The park encloses much of the spectacular Tabletop Range, which is a wide sandstone plateau mostly surrounded by cliffs. During the green season four major waterfalls thunder from the cliffs to tropical rock pools many metres below. During the dry season, the waterfalls flow more gently, making the waterholes the perfect spot for a cool dip. The Park’s traditional owners are the Wagait Aboriginal people, many of whom live in the area. We follow the Stuart Highway via the township of Batchelor to Litchfield National Park where we will visit the main falls. First stop is Florence Falls, where you have the opportunity for a scenic and interpretive bush and monsoon vine forest walk. There is also the chance for a swim by making your way down the stairs to the plunge pool below. Travel on to Tolmer Falls for a magnificent view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole at the base of the falls. Finally we visit Wangi Falls, with its large crystal clear pool, another relaxing spot for a swim. On the way back to Darwin we make a stop in at Howard Spring Nature Park, where you will have the chance to feed the Barramundi & Turtles.
Please note: Starts 7:00am and concludes approximately 6:00pm, includes hotel pick up/drop off and lunch.
This morning you’ll be collected from your hotel. Travel across the Adelaide River and Marrakai Plains and deep into Kakadu National Park. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre and view the informative displays depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu; we join our local guide for a cruise on the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles and the colourful range of birdlife for which this region is renowned. After a lunch stop at Nourlangie Rock, your guide will lead a walk to view ancient Aboriginal rock art, before returning to Darwin this evening.
Today your Red Centre and Top End discovery comes to an end. At the appropriate time, make your way to Darwin airport. Your hotel is located approximately 10km from Darwin Airport and a taxi ride will cost you between $25 and $35.
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