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The Ghan Expedition

The Ghan Expedition, a rail journey with Journey Beyond Rail

An icon of Australian rail travel and one of the world's great train journeys, ride the rails of history aboard The Ghan Expedition between Darwin and Adelaide.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: The Ghan

    Darwin and Katherine

    Morning departure from Darwin; settle into your private cabin, mingle with fellow travellers and sample the onboard food, wine and service. Lunch is served before an early afternoon arrival at Katherine, with a relaxing cruise through Nitmiluk Gorge exploring its natural wonders and Indigenous culture. Dinner is served as the sun sets over the outback.

  2. Day 2overnight: The Ghan

    Alice Springs

    Wake to a morning view of the Red Centre for a full day of excursions in Alice Springs, with an optional scenic flight upgrade to Uluru, before a barbeque dinner under the stars at the historic Alice Springs Telegraph Station.

  3. Day 3railovernight: The Ghan

    Manguri and Coober Pedy

    Morning stop at the outback outpost of Manguri before venturing into the opal mining township of Coober Pedy, where more than half the residents live underground, including a gourmet lunch served underground. Dinner is served back on the train.

  4. Day 4

    Adelaide

    Leisurely brunch on board ahead of a mid-morning arrival into Adelaide.

Included

  • 4 days / 3 nights aboard The Ghan
  • All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
  • A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
  • Off Train Experiences in Katherine, Alice Springs, and Coober Pedy
  • Evening Off Train Experience in Manguri

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