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The Legendary Ghan 2027 (The Ghan) : Adelaide to Darwin
Operated by Journey Beyond
Tripcode: 18463
Overview
Destination:
Australia,
Northern Territory (NT),
South Australia (Australia),
Duration:4 days
Type:Group tour (max 1)
Travel Period
April 2027 - May 2027
The Ghan North Free City Stay Offer: Enquire with us for detailsA legendary train. An unforgettable Australian adventure. Now extended in 2027 to four incredible days exploring Australia’s Red Centre by train. Travel aboard The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin on this all-inclusive journey through the heart of the country. For a limited time, book a Gold Premium Twin cabin and receive a two-night Darwin stay, including a harbour cruise - Book by 31 October.
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- 4 days / 3 nights aboard The Ghan, travelling from Adelaide to Darwin
- All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
- A regionally inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
- Immersive Off Train Experiences in the Clare Valley, Flinders Ranges, Marla, Alice Springs, and Katherine
- Visit Penobscot Farm for a signature dining experience in the Clare Valley
- Discover the Southern Flinders Ranges, where quaint country towns meet rugged peaks, unveiling the rich history of outback South Australia
- Explore Alice Springs, a legendary outback town rich in Aboriginal culture, pioneering history and vibrant local character
- Cruise the Nitmiluk Gorge or learn more about Katherine’s ancient Indigenous rock paintings
- Book a Gold Premium Twin cabin and receive a two-night Darwin stay, including a harbour cruise - Book by 31 October
Itinerary
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Collapse allBOARD THE GHAN IN ADELAIDE AND CLARE VALLEY
Your journey on The Ghan begins in Adelaide this afternoon, as you step aboard and settle into the rhythm of life on the rails. Watch the countryside roll past your window as the train makes its way north, a hint of the adventure to come.
By early evening, the train arrives at Long Plains, where you step off and transfer into the rolling vineyards of the Clare Valley – one of South Australia's most celebrated wine regions. At Penobscot Farm, a signature dinner awaits in the reimagined Woolshed, curated exclusively for guests of The Ghan. Every dish is drawn from the farm's own biodynamic produce, paired with Clare Valley's celebrated Rieslings and reds under the guidance of Executive Chef Nicola Palmer. As the sun sets over the vines, 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. (D)
THE GHAN AND FLINDERS RANGES
Wake to the changing countryside as The Ghan arrives into Port Augusta, South Australia's gateway to the outback. After breakfast, step off the train and prepare for a full day discovering one of the nation’s most remarkable regions: the Flinders Ranges.
Your Off Train Experience takes you deep into one of the oldest mountain ranges on Earth, where 600 million years of geological history has folded the land into dramatic gorges and red rock outcrops. Stand amid ancient rock formations and take in a landscape millions of years in the making.
From here, head to the historic town of Quorn, once a vital crossroads on the Trans-Australian Railway and now home to the heritage Pichi Richi line. Settle in for lunch paired with the botanicals of Flinders Gin, distilled from the landscape around you. Visit the ruins of Kanyaka Station and hear stories of the ruined dreams of colonial farmers in this harsh and unrelenting landscape — a striking introduction to the outback.
After a day of exploration, rejoin the train for a relaxed evening on board recalling the day’s adventures. (B,L,D)
THE GHAN, MARLA AND ALICE SPRINGS
After a night of fine dining and relaxed comfort aboard The Ghan, 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 an off-road 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 the Desert Park or marvel at 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 refresh before dinner is served and another unforgettable evening begins. (B,L,D)
THE GHAN, KATHERINE AND DARWIN
Your final day begins in the tropical north, where the landscape gives way to rocky escarpments and fast-flowing canyon streams. Here, you’ll experience one of the Top End’s greatest natural wonders on a cruise through the majestic Nitmiluk Gorge. As you glide along the water, your guide will share the cultural significance of this place to the Jawoyn people, weaving in stories that highlight their deep spiritual connection to the land.
Alternatively, step into the lives of those who call the outback home at the Katherine Outback Experience, or 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 adventures, return to the train and journey onwards to Darwin, where your unforgettable journey of exploring Australia by train draws to a close. (B,L)
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Operator
Journey Beyond
Journey Beyond, Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, is privileged to bring unique and iconic experiences to life throughout Australia and New Zealand. Their tourism brands include iconic trains, small-group touring, luxury lodges, aquatic adventures, hotels and more. They aim to take guests beyond, ignite their imagination and transform the amazing into the breathtaking.
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