Railbookers · Independent rail package

Melbourne to Alice Springs and Uluru

7-day Australian rail trip on The Overland and The Ghan to Uluru

Railbookers runs this 7-day, 6-night independent rail package across Australia, built around two well-known trains. The trip starts with The Overland, riding through the scenery of Victoria and South Australia from Melbourne to Adelaide, where travelers can explore the vineyards that the operator calls the foodie mecca of Australia. From Adelaide, The Ghan carries travelers north to Alice Springs, and the route then continues further into the Red Centre for a night near Uluru. As an independent rail package, the trains and hotels are arranged, but there is no guide leading the group and no fixed schedule of excursions beyond what the description mentions. It suits travelers who want the experience of two of Australia's classic long-distance trains combined with a stop at Uluru. Prices start from 3,849 US dollars.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence for this package cuts off mid-description of the time near Uluru, and does not say how travelers get from Alice Springs to Uluru and back or how the 6 nights split across the trip; confirm the complete routing with Railbookers before booking.
  • The evidence lists no specific departure dates for this trip; confirm current availability with Railbookers.

Questions travellers ask

Is this trip guided or independent?
Railbookers describes it as an independent rail package.
Which trains are used?
The Overland, from Melbourne to Adelaide, and The Ghan, from Adelaide north to Alice Springs.
Does the trip include Uluru?
Yes, after Alice Springs the trip continues further into the Red Centre for a night near Uluru.
What is there to see in Adelaide?
The description highlights Adelaide's vineyards, calling the area the 'foodie mecca of Australia'.
How long is the trip?
7 days and 6 nights.
What does it cost?
Prices start from 3,849 US dollars, about 550 US dollars per day.

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