The Legendary Ghan Adelaide To Darwin

Day 1

Home - Adelaide
After flying into Adelaide, enjoy some time exploring the beach front area of Glenelg before checking into our accommodation as we prepare for one of Australia's great train journeys.

Day 2

Adelaide - The Legendary Ghan
This morning, spend some time exploring Adelaide, taking time to purchase your own morning tea. We will then transfer to Adelaide Parkland Terminal to enjoy the pre-boarding entertainment and welcome drinks. Your Legendary Ghan journey begins this afternoon, as we settle into the rhythm of life on the rails. Watch the countryside roll past your window as the train makes its way north, and by early evening, we'll arrive at Long Plains, stepping off the train to make our way into the South Australian wine region. Here, a special dinner experience awaits, showcasing the region's exceptional produce and fine wines. As the sun sets over the vineyards, raise a glass to the days of discovery ahead. After dinner, return to the train and retire for the night as The Ghan continues its journey north.

Day 3

The Legendary Ghan - Port Augusta and Flinders Ranges
Wake to the changing landscapes of South Australia as The Ghan arrives into Port Augusta - South Australia's gateway to the outback. After breakfast, enjoy another Off Train Experience, with a full day discovering one of the nation's most remarkable regions; the Flinders Ranges. Venture into this ancient landscape, where rugged ranges, dramatic gorges and red rock outcrops tell stories millions of years in the making. From sweeping lookouts to encounters with native wildlife, the Flinders Ranges offers a striking introduction to the outback. After a day of exploration, rejoin the train for a relaxed evening on board.

Day 4

The Legendary Ghan - Marla - Alice Springs
This morning we wake to a spectacular outback sunrise at Marla, a remote outpost 160 kilometres from the Northern Territory border and gateway to the legendary Oodnadatta Track. With red dirt beneath your feet and a bonfire casting warmth into the cool morning air, pause to take in the stillness of this extraordinary place. Back on board, enjoy a leisurely brunch as the desert landscape unfolds on the journey north to Alice Springs. Here, a variety of Off Train Experiences awaits. Choose from an off-road e-bike adventure across ochre-coloured earth, explore the town's key landmarks on the "A Town Called Alice" tour, or embrace a cultural experience at Standley Chasm. Nature lovers can meet the wildlife at Alice Springs Desert Park or perhaps take in the striking beauty of Simpsons Gap. For a bird's eye view, upgrade to a scenic helicopter flight and witness the sheer scale of this remarkable region. Return to the train in the late afternoon, with time to freshen up before dinner is served and another unforgettable evening begins.

Day 5

The Legendary Ghan - Darwin
Your final day of your rail adventure begins in the tropical north, where the landscape gives way to rocky escarpments and fast-flowing canyon streams. Here, there will be opportunity for more Off Train Experiences. Perhaps explore one of the Top End's greatest natural wonders on a cruise through the majestic Nitmiluk Gorge; or step into the lives of those who call the outback home at the Katherine Outback Experience. Alternatively, you may choose to venture underground to explore the limestone chambers of the Cutta Cutta Caves, rich in native wildlife, Indigenous culture and European history. For a different perspective, upgrade to a helicopter flight and witness the scale and grandeur of Nitmiluk from above. After your day's adventure, return to the train and journey onwards to Darwin, where on arrival, we will transfer to our accommodation for the next two nights.

Day 6

Litchfield National Park
After breakfast, we travel to the small township of Batchelor and on to Litchfield National Park. See the gigantic termite mounds and the spectacular Florence Falls and Wangi Falls before returning to Darwin to freshen up before dinner. This evening we'll enjoy a seafood buffet dinner overlooking the harbour.

Day 7

Darwin - Home
A relaxed morning offers the chance to take one last look at Darwin. We then make our way to the airport ready for our flight home, where on arrival, your transfers will be arranged.

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner