Ride The Ghan from Darwin to Adelaide THIS MAY

Day 1 - Darwin and Katherine

Your journey begins with a morning departure from Darwin. Celebrate with a welcome drink and canapes and take photos with the bold red locomotive. Once you’re settled into your private cabin, mingle with fellow travellers or sample the exceptional food, wine, and service onboard. When it’s time for lunch, savour the regionally-inspired menu accompanied by a selection of all-inclusive wines and beverages, before an early afternoon arrival at the Top End township of Katherine. Choose between a relaxing cruise through Nitmiluk Gorge’s ancient natural wonders and exploring the region’s rich Indigenous culture, or experience a glimpse into the lives of those who call the outback home, with the Katherine Outback Experience. Enjoy dinner as the sun sets over the outback, then back in your cabin you’ll find your bed turned down. Fall asleep as the train rolls soothingly onwards.

Day 2 - Alice Springs

After your first night on The Ghan, you’ll be greeted by a morning view of the spectacular Red Centre. A full day of excursions awaits you in the outback town of Alice Springs, so enjoy the big breakfast onboard before you disembark for the day.

An optional upgrade is a scenic flight to Uluru, returning in time to meet the rest of your fellow guests at a spectacular barbeque dinner under a million stars at the historic Alice Springs Telegraph Station - red earth at your feet, white tablecloth at your fingertips.

Day 3 - Manguri and Coober Pedy

From your morning stop at the outback outpost of Manguri, you’ll venture into the weird and wonderful opal mining township of Coober Pedy, where more than half of the residents live underground. Here, you’ll enjoy a day of discovery, and a gourmet lunch in the most unique of locations: underground. Dinner is served back on the train where you can enjoy a nightcap as your journey continues.

Day 4 - Arrive Adelaide

From your cabin window this morning you’ll see a dramatic change in landscape, as the rich ochre tones of the outback make way for the green fields of South Australia. Enjoy a leisurely brunch as you pass through the majestic Flinders Ranges and prepare for your mid-morning arrival into Adelaide, completing one of the world’s great travel experiences.

In the smart southern city, you can extend your experience with a holiday package to the Barossa Valley, fascinating Kangaroo Island, or an expertly-curated tour of this food and wine loving capital. Ask your Travel Consultant for options.

Available discounted dates in May 2025: (prices include $50 discount)

Travel Dates: 3 - 6 May | 10 - 13 May | 17 - 20 May | 24 - 27 May | 31 May - 3 Jun 2025

Departs Darwin at 9:00am | Arrives Adelaide at 11:50am

• Gold Class Twin Share from $5,140 per person
• Gold Class Solo from $4,405 per person

Travel Dates: 7 - 10 May 2025

Departs Darwin at 10:00am | Arrives Adelaide at 10:50am

• Gold Class Twin Share from $5,140 per person
• Gold Class Solo from $4,405 per person

Travel Dates: 14 - 17 May | 21 - 24 May | 28 - 31 May 2025

Departs Darwin at 10:00am | Arrives Adelaide at 10:50am

• Gold Class Solo from $4,405 per person

Please note: All fares are subject to availability at time of booking

Free-call our Aussie travel team on 1300 414 198 to secure your cabin. Why not extend your stay in Darwin or Adelaide? We can assist with accommodation, flights and travel insurance.

GOLD CABIN - The most popular accommodation option, Gold twin or single cabins have everything you’ll need to feel at home for your journey. Spend hours deep in conversation with new friends in the Outback Explorer Lounge, or, make your way to the Queen Adelaide Restaurant to dine.

Features include

• Gold twin features a comfortable sleeper cabin featuring upper and lower beds that convert to a three-seater lounge by day and a private compact en suite with a shower, wash basin and toilet
• Gold single features a compact sleeper cabin featuring a single bed that converts to a seat by day, private vanity with shared shower and toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage
• All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
• All-inclusive Australian wines, beers, spirits, non-alcoholic beverages, and barista coffee throughout your journey
• Access to the Outback Explorer Lounge for beverages and socialising
• Off Train Experiences
• 60kg checked luggage allowance per guest (2 x 30kg per person)

Can I fly out the same day as the train arrives?

We highly recommend that guests do not book flights same day as arrival without allowing for late running trains. This would mean allowing for at least 3-5 hours after the scheduled arrival time, and an overnight stopover.

What medical assistance do the on-train staffs provide?

GSR staffs are trained to administer basic first aid, however our staff are not able to provide routine medical aid during a journey. Guests requiring medical attention or mobility assistance on board any of our trains are required to arrange for their own Carer to travel with them.

Can my necessary medication be refrigerated?

Yes subject to space within our on-board fridge compartments - PLEASE INFORM US AT TIME OF BOOKING.

Can I take oxygen onboard?

Yes - PLEASE INFORM US AT TIME OF BOOKING.

Can I take any pets or animals with me on-train?

No - you must arrange directly with specialist animal transportation.

The only animals permitted on GSR services are specially trained dogs for the vision and hearing impaired.

Can I take my walking frame/wheelchair/ scooter on board the train?

No - these items must be checked-in as stored luggage. A specially modified pushchair can be requested for use on train (with the assistance of a Carer or travelling companion) - PLEASE INFORM US AT TIME OF BOOKING.