The Ghan Expedition Darwin to Adelaide
Departs: 8th October 2025 | 4 Days | Darwin to Adelaide
Explore the wonders of Australia’s vast interior on one of the world’s most renowned rail journeys – The Ghan from Darwin to Adelaide.
Beginning in Darwin, this four-day, all-inclusive expedition takes you to some of the most remote and captivating parts of Australia. Operating April to October, your adventure through the country’s vast, varied, and captivating interior will demonstrate the true meaning of the Australian outback. In the Northern Territory, explore Katherine and Alice Springs, where you’ll enjoy a signature dining experience at The Historic Telegraph Station, and in South Australia, stop at Manguri and Coober Pedy before reaching your final destination of Adelaide.
PRICE
Platinum Twin Cabin – From $7,590* per person, twin share
Gold Twin Cabin – From $4,890* per person, twin share
- Transfer to Darwin Rail Terminal
- Welcome experience with light refreshments, barista coffee and sparkling wine
- 4 days / 3 nights aboard The Ghan Expedition, travelling from Darwin to Adelaide
- 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, Coober Pedy and Manguri
- A spectacular dinner under the stars at The Historic Telegraph Station in Alice Springs
- Explore Nitmiluk Gorge’s powerful natural wonders and rich Indigenous culture
- Venture into the underground opal mining town of Coober Pedy
Day 1: 8 October 2025
The Ghan Expedition, Katherine
Celebrate the start of your journey with a welcome drink and canapés. Before boarding, you’ll have the opportunity to take photos with The Ghan’s bold red locomotive. Settle into the comforts of The Ghan, relax in your cabin, or mingle with fellow travellers in the Outback Explorer Lounge. As The Ghan begins to travel south, enjoy a chef-prepared lunch ahead of your Off Train Experience in Katherine.
In a region renowned for jaw-dropping natural assets, Katherine boasts one of the Top End’s best – the incredible Nitmiluk Gorge, with a cruise on offer to showcase the beauty of this spot. Alternatively, the Katherine Outback Experience lets you explore the lives of those who call the outback home, and the Cutta Cutta Cave system offers a glimpse into the rich Indigenous culture and European history. Or, take it all in from the air with an optional upgrade helicopter flight over Nitmiluk. (L, D)
Day 2: 9 October 2025
The Ghan Expedition, Alice Springs
Wake up in the Australian outback as the train draws closer to Alice Springs. Enjoy a hearty breakfast before arriving in Alice, ready for a day of Off Train Experiences. Options include an off-road e-bike adventure, the Alice Explorer tour that covers the Historic Telegraph Station, Royal Flying Doctor Service, a cultural experience at Standley Chasm, wildlife encounters at the Desert Park, or the stunning beauty of Simpson’s Gap. For those seeking a different perspective, spot Uluru and Kata Tjuta from the air with an optional upgrade scenic flight.
In the evening, experience the hallmark of The Ghan Expedition: dining under the stars at the Alice Springs Telegraph Station, surrounded by red earth and white tablecloths. This promises to be an unforgettable night. (B, L, D)
Day 3: 10 October 2025
The Ghan Expedition and Coober Pedy
Start your day with a stop at Manguri to witness the sunrise before continuing to the opal mining town of Coober Pedy, where over half the population lives underground. Enjoy a day of discovery and a gourmet underground lunch. Off Train Experiences include exploring the Breakaways, learning about mining history with the Opal Experience, or an upgrade to see the Painted Hills and Lake Eyre from the air.
Return to the train for a final night onboard, enjoying dinner and a nightcap as you journey towards Adelaide with newfound friends. (B, L, D)
Day 4: 11 October 2025
The Ghan Expedition and Adelaide
Witness a change in scenery as the ochre tones of the outback give way to the green fields of South Australia. Enjoy a leisurely brunch as you travel through the Flinders Ranges, arriving in Adelaide and concluding one of the world’s great rail journeys. (B)
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