The Ghan Holiday Packages
Day 1: The Ghan Adelaide to Alice Springs
Price per person FROM:
After boarding The Ghan in Adelaide, enjoy a light lunch
as the train travels north towards the Spencer Gulf and
Port Augusta. Overnight on board The Ghan. (LD)
Gold Service
Day 2: Alice Springs
Wake up to views of the Red Centre and enjoy
breakfast and lunch on board the train before your
arrival in Alice Springs. Transfer to the hotel then the
afternoon is free to explore the town or just relax.
Overnight at ibis Styles Alice Springs Oasis. (BL)
Day 3: Alice Springs
This morning, enjoy a guided tour into magnificent
Standley Chasm, a deep red cleft rising 80 metres.
See the immense cliffs of quartzite at Simpsons Gap.
Enjoy a light lunch before returning to Alice Springs.
Overnight at ibis Styles Alice Springs Oasis. (BL)
Day 4: Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Depart Alice Springs and travel through the West
MacDonnell and James ranges. Stop at a camel farm
for an optional camel ride (own expense). Travel to
the 36 immense rock domes of Kata Tjuta. Enjoy a
guided walk into Walpa Gorge before travelling to the
Uluru sunset viewing area to watch the sunset and the
kaleidoscope of colours that make Uluru. Overnight at
Voyages Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort. (B)
Twin shareSole use
Adult
Pensioner
$2,085$2,245
$1,659$1,859
platinum Service
$3,225$5,349
$3,179$5,299
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Seasonal surcharges may apply.
INCLUDES:
hh The Ghan Adelaide to Alice Springs
hh 2 nights accommodation in Alice Springs
hh 1 nights accommodation at Ayers Rock Resort
hh Half day West MacDonnell Ranges Outback Gaps
and Gorges tour
hh 2 day Uluru and Kata Tjuta tour
hh One way railway station transfer in Alice Springs
hh Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, L = lunch,
D = dinner)
Departs:Wed* and Sun from Adelaide at
12:20pm
*Available 21 May – 20 Aug 14
concludes: Uluru (Ayers Rock)
West MacDonnell
National Park
ALICE SPRINGS
Standley Chasm
Day 5: Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Rise early and return to Uluru to watch the amazing
sunrise. Tour the base of Uluru, before a guided walk to
Mutitjulu waterhole. Visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural
Centre and learn about Aboriginal culture. Your tour
concludes at Ayers Rock Resort or the airport.
Twin shareSole use
Adult
Pensioner
The Ghan Experience
5 Day Red Centre Highlights Adelaide to Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Ayers Rock
Resort
KATA TJUTA
Uluru-Kata Tjuta
National Park
ERLDUNDA
ULURU
THE GHAN
From Adelaide
6 Day Highlights of Kakadu Darwin to Adelaide
Day 1: Darwin
Price per person FROM:
Make your own way to Darwin and check in to Vibe
Hotel Darwin.
Gold Service
Twin shareSole use
Adult
Pensioner
$2,659$2,709
$2,379$2,459
Day 2: Darwin to Kakadu National Park
platinum Service
Depart Darwin and head east into World Heritage
Listed Kakadu National Park.
Adult
Pensioner
Take a guided walk to Nourlangie Rock and view the
ancient galleries of Aboriginal rock art. After lunch,
join a guided cruise on the Yellow Water Billabong,
keeping a look out for Saltwater crocodiles. Overnight
at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn. (BL)
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Seasonal surcharges may apply.
Day 3: Kakadu National Park to Darwin
Travel by 4WD to Ubirr to see superbly preserved
Aboriginal rock art. Join an Aboriginal guide for
the Guluyambi Cultural cruise on the East Alligator River
and with special permission, take a short walk into
Arnhem Land (conditions permitting). Stop at Bowali
Visitor Centre before returning to Darwin. Overnight at
Vibe Hotel Darwin. (L)
Day 4: The Ghan Darwin to Alice Springs
Depart on The Ghan this morning, stopping at
Katherine where you can enjoy an Off Train Excursion
of Katherine Gorge. Reboard The Ghan for the
overnight journey to Alice Springs. (RD)
Day 5: The Ghan Alice Springs to Adelaide
Arrive in Alice Springs this morning, where you can enjoy
free time or join an Off Train Excursion of Alice Springs.
Overnight on board The Ghan. (BD)
Day 6: Adelaide
Enjoy a final breakfast on board the train before arriving
in Adelaide around lunch time. (B)
All prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person.
Twin shareSole use
$3,919$6,855
$3,895$6,835
INCLUDES:
hh The Ghan Darwin to Adelaide
hh 2 nights accommodation in Darwin
hh 1 nights accommodation in Kakadu
hh 2 day Kakadu National Park tour
hh One way railway station transfer in Darwin
hh Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, R = brunch,
L = lunch, D = dinner)
Departs:
ed* and Sun from Darwin
W
*Available 21 May – 21 Aug 14
Concludes: Adelaide at 12:30pm
DARWIN
Ubirr
Kakadu
National
Park
KATHERINE
ARNHEM LAND
JABIRU
Nourlangie Rock
Nitmiluk
National
Park
THE GHAN
To Alice Springs
and Adelaide
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The Ghan experience
The Ghan Holiday Packages
7 Day Top End Escape Adelaide to Darwin
Day 1: The Ghan Adelaide to Alice Springs
Price per person FROM:
Your first day on The Ghan begins with a light lunch as
you enjoy the journey to Alice Springs. Overnight on
board The Ghan. (LD)
Adult
Pensioner
Day 2: The Ghan Alice Springs to Katherine
Arriving Alice Springs in the afternoon, the train stops
for approximately four hours, allowing time to enjoy an
Off Train Excursion. Reboard the train and continue your
journey north. Overnight on board The Ghan. (BLD)
Day 3: The Ghan Katherine to Darwin
Arrive in Katherine this morning. There’s time to
look around or to enjoy the Off Train Excursion of
spectacular Katherine (Nitmiluk) Gorge. Continue the
journey to Darwin. On arrival, transfer to Novotel Darwin
Atrium where you will stay for the next four nights. (BL)
Day 4: Darwin
The morning is free to relax or shop before experiencing
the afternoon Darwin City Sights tour. Tour the East
Point Reserve, see the Stokes Hill Wharf area and
explore the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern
Territory. (B)
Gold Service
Twin shareSole use
$2,445$2,579
$2,165$2,329
platinum Service
Twin shareSole use
Adult
Pensioner
$3,705$6,725
$3,685$6,705
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Seasonal surcharges may apply.
INCLUDES:
hh The Ghan Adelaide to Darwin
hh 4 nights accommodation in Darwin
hh Darwin City Sights tour
hh Full Litchfield National Park tour
hh One way railway station transfer in Darwin
hh Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, L = lunch,
D = dinner)
W
ed* and Sun from Adelaide at
12:20pm
*Available 21 May – 20 Aug 14
Departs:
concludes: Darwin
Day 5: Litchfield National Park
After breakfast, join the Litchfield Waterfalls tour. Spend
the day exploring Litchfield National Park’s spectacular
waterfalls and cascades and see the amazing magnetic
and cathedral termite mounds. Return to Darwin by
6pm. (BL)
Day 6: Darwin
DARWIN
Litchfield
National
Park
ADELAIDE RIVER
PINE CREEK
Today is free to explore Darwin at your leisure. (B)
Day 7: Darwin
KATHERINE
Tour concludes upon check-out from your hotel. (B)
Nitmiluk
National
Park
THE GHAN
From Adelaide
and Alice Springs
7 or 8 Day Uluru and Kings Canyon Explorer Darwin to Alice Springs/Adelaide
Day 1: Darwin
Price per person FROM:
Arrive in Darwin and check-in to Vibe Hotel Darwin.
Gold Service TO ALICE SPRINGS
Day 2: The Ghan Darwin to Alice Springs
Adult
Pensioner
Join The Ghan this morning and head south to
Katherine. Enjoy an Off Train Excursion of Katherine
Gorge then depart in the late afternoon for the overnight
journey on board The Ghan to Alice Springs. (BD)
Day 3: Alice Springs
Arrive in Alice Springs late morning and check-in to
your hotel. Overnight at Lasseters Hotel Casino. (B)
Day 4: Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Board the coach for a three day exploration of the Red
Centre. The afternoon is spent touring the amazing
36 rock domes of Kata Tjuta, before travelling to the
Uluru sunset viewing area to watch the spectacular sun
set over Uluru. Overnight at Voyages Desert Gardens
Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort. (B)
Day 5: Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Kings Canyon
Wake early to view sunrise at Uluru before exploring
the base area. In the afternoon travel to Kings Canyon.
Overnight at Kings Canyon Resort.
Day 6: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
This morning enjoy a guided Kings Canyon rim
climb before returning to Alice Springs. Overnight at
Lasseters Hotel Casino.
Twin shareSole use
$2,305$2,795
$2,115$2,619
Gold Service TO ADELAIDE
Twin shareSole use
Adult
Pensioner
$3,889$4,305
$3,075$3,575
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Platinum Service prices are also
available.
INCLUDES:
hh The Ghan Darwin to Alice Springs or Darwin to
Adelaide
hh 1 nights accommodation in Darwin
hh 2 nights accommodation in Alice Springs
hh 1 nights accommodation at Ayers Rock Resort
hh 1 nights accommodation in Kings Canyon
hh 3 day Uluru and Kings Canyon tour
hh One way railway station transfer in Darwin
hh Return railway station transfers in Alice Springs
hh Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, D = dinner)
Departs:
Tue and Fri* from Darwin
*Available 23 May – 23 Aug 14
concludes:Alice Springs or Adelaide
at 12:30pm (23 May – 23 Aug 14)
THE GHAN
From Darwin
Day 7: The Ghan Alice Springs to Adelaide
If disembarking in Alice Springs, your journey concludes
after breakfast this morning. If you are continuing to
Adelaide enjoy a free morning before transferring to The
Ghan for the overnight journey to Adelaide. (BD)
Day 8: Adelaide
Enjoy breakfast on board before arriving in Adelaide. (B)
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All prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person.
Watarrka
National
KINGS CANYON Park
Ayers Rock
Resort
KATA TJUTA
ULURU
Uluru-Kata Tjuta
National Park
ALICE SPRINGS
ERLDUNDA
To Adelaide
The Ghan Holiday Packages
The Ghan Experience
14 Day Territory Adventure Adelaide to Darwin
Day 4: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Price per person FROM:
Enjoy the special sight of Uluru at sunrise, followed by
a climb or base tour, or guided cultural walk. Travel to
Kata Tjuta for a guided walk to the Valley of the Winds
lookout, followed by a magnificent sunset at Kata Tjuta.
Gold Service
Day 5: Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Kings Canyon
This morning is at leisure to relax or join an optional
tour. In the afternoon, travel to the breathtaking Kings
Canyon. Overnight at Kings Canyon Resort.
Twin shareSole use
Adult
Pensioner
$5,299$6,195
$4,409$5,389
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Platinum Service prices are also
available.
INCLUDES:
A full day to experience the magnificent West
MacDonnell Ranges. See the deep red cleft of Standley
Chasm with the mystique of Ellery Creek Big Hole. See
the immense cliffs of quartzite at Simpsons Gap. (BL)
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Day 9: The Ghan Alice Springs to Katherine
Departs:
Today is a free day to shop or visit the galleries. The Ghan
departs this evening for the journey north to Darwin. Enjoy
dinner and overnight on board the train. (BD)
Concludes: Darwin
Day 6: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Enjoy a guided walk around the rim of Kings Canyon, or
the easier walk along the canyon floor. Return to Kings
Canyon Resort then to Alice Springs. Stay the next
three nights at Lasseters Hotel Casino.
Day 7: Alice Springs
Today see the highlights of Alice Springs at leisure. (B)
Day 8: West MacDonnell Ranges
The Ghan Adelaide to Alice Springs
The Ghan Alice Springs to Darwin
4 nights accommodation in Alice Springs
2 nights accommodation at Ayers Rock Resort
1 nights accommodation in Kings Canyon
3 nights accommodation in Darwin
1 nights accommodation in Kakadu
4 day Kata Tjuta, Uluru and Kings Canyon tour
Full day West MacDonnell Ranges tour
2 day Kakadu National Park tour
Darwin City Sights tour
Return railway station transfers in Alice Springs
One way railway station transfer in Darwin
Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, L = lunch,
D = dinner)
ed* and Sun from Adelaide at
W
12:20pm
*Available 21 May – 15 Nov 14
Day 10: The Ghan Katherine to Darwin
Stop in Katherine this morning for around four hours
and enjoy an Off Train Excursion, before arriving in
Darwin in the evening. Spend the next two nights at
Vibe Hotel Darwin. (BL)
Day 11: Darwin
Enjoy a relaxing morning before seeing the highlights
of Darwin on an afternoon City Sights tour. Tour the
East Point Reserve, see the lush Botanic Gardens and
explore the museum and art gallery. (B)
DARWIN
ARNHEM LAND
JABIRU
Nourlangie Rock
Kakadu
National Park
Ubirr
KATHERINE
Nitmiluk
National
Park
Day 12: Darwin to Kakadu National Park
Day 1: The Ghan Adelaide to Alice Springs
Join The Ghan in Adelaide and enjoy a light lunch as
the train travels north towards the Spencer Gulf and
Port Augusta. Overnight on board The Ghan. (LD)
Day 2: Alice Springs
Wake up to spectacular views of the heart of Australia
as you travel towards Alice Springs. Arrive in Alice
Springs in the afternoon to transfer to your hotel.
Overnight at Lasseters Hotel Casino. (B)
Day 3: Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Depart Alice Springs on a four day tour of the Red Centre,
stopping at the camel farm on the way to Ayers Rock
Resort. Watch the sun set over Uluru before a barbecue
dinner under the stars. Spend the next two nights at
Voyages Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort. (BD)
Depart Darwin and head east in to World Heritage
Listed Kakadu National Park.
Take a guided walk to Nourlangie Rock to view the
ancient galleries of Aboriginal rock art. After lunch,
join a guided cruise on the Yellow Water Billabong,
keeping a look out for Saltwater crocodiles. Overnight
at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn. (BL)
TENNANT
CREEK
Day 13: Kakadu National Park to Darwin
Travel by 4WD to see Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr,
before joining an Aboriginal guide on a Guluyambi
Cultural cruise along the East Alligator River. Overnight
at Vibe Hotel Darwin. (L)
Day 14: Darwin
Your Northern Territory adventure concludes this
morning upon check-out from the hotel. (B)
All prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person.
West MacDonnell
National Park
GLEN HELEN
ALICE SPRINGS
Watarrka
KINGS CANYON
National
Ayers Rock Park
Resort
KATA TJUTA
ERLDUNDA
Uluru-Kata Tjuta
ULURU
National Park
THE GHAN
From Adelaide
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The Ghan experience
The Ghan Short Breaks
Part of the great experience of travelling
the nation by train is the towns and cities
you will visit. Plan to stay a little longer and
learn about these special places.
Add on one of our fabulous city Short
Break packages to your rail journey and
make your holiday an experience you will
never forget.
There’s plenty to see and do in the
outback township of Alice Springs and
Darwin is an ideal holiday destination
to relax and explore. Spend some time
discovering the world famous Barossa
Valley before embarking on The Ghan.
West MacDonnell Ranges
Per PERSON
From $339 TWIN SHARE
2 Night Alice Springs Short Break
Complete your Outback journey with a Short Break in Alice
Springs. Enjoy two nights in Australia’s famous Outback
town and the gateway to Central Australia.
Price per person FROM:
Rich with pioneering history, explore Alice Springs on a half
day town tour. Visit the School of the Air before stopping
at the Alice Springs Reptile Centre. Finish the day with
panoramic views of Alice Springs from the top of ANZAC Hill.
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Conditions apply.
Spend the day experiencing the magnificent grandeur
of the West MacDonnell Ranges, the deep red cleft of
Standley Chasm and the mystique of Ellery Creek Big
Hole. Travel from Alice Springs following the spectacular
West MacDonnell Ranges. Pass the John Flynn Memorial
then stop at Simpsons Gap. Continue on to magical
Angkerle (Standley Chasm). Walk into the chasm along the
stony watercourse lined with cycads, ghost gums, acacias
and cypress pines.
2 NTS
2$339
2$369
INCLUDES:
hh 2 nights accommodation
hh Breakfast daily
hh Half day A Town Like Alice tour
hh Half day West MacDonnell Ranges Outback Gaps
and Gorges tour
ACCOMMODATION:
Standard: ibis Styles Alice Springs Oasis
Deluxe: Lasseters Hotel Casino
Per PERSON
From $559 TWIN SHARE
3 Night Darwin Short Break
Combine a Darwin Short Break with a journey on
The Ghan. Darwin is more than just the gateway to
the Top End, it’s an enticing blend of historic attractions
and nature experiences. The lure of the ocean will see
you tackling world class fishing or cruising on Darwin
Harbour.
Price per person FROM:
Explore the city of Darwin before embarking on two days
of touring the Top End’s highlights.
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Travel to Litchfield National Park; see its spectacular
scenery, picturesque waterfalls and lush rainforest.
Explore the sand escarpment of Nourlangie Rock and
see some of the finest examples of Aboriginal rock art.
No trip to Kakadu National Park is complete without a
journey on the world renowned Yellow Water Cruise.
Experience a place that is forgotten by time, where
nature is raw and crocodiles rule.
ADULTS
Standard
Superior
3 NTS
2$559
2$615
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Conditions apply.
INCLUDES:
3 nights accommodation
Breakfast daily (Superior option)
Kadadu National Park Adventure tour
Litchfield National Park Waterfalls tour
ACCOMMODATION:
Standard: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Darwin
Superior: Novotel Darwin Atrium
Per PERSON
From $555 TWIN SHARE
3 Night Adelaide Short Break
The perfect start or finish to your Ghan adventure.
Surrounded by parklands, with world-class food and
wine, complimented by a thriving art scene, Adelaide
is a city that satisfies all the senses.
Spend the day discovering South Australia’s premium
wine region to sample some of the Barossa’s finest wines
including Jacob’s Creek Winery and Saltram Wine Estate.
Enjoy a sumptuous two course lunch at South Australia
Company Store. Journey through the picturesque
Adelaide Hills to Hahndorf to explore the many shops
and galleries full of local arts, crafts and produce.
Discover Kangaroo Island’s amazing wildlife, pristine
wilderness and spectacular coastal scenery. Visit the
renowned Flinders Chase National Park, a sanctuary
for numerous native Australian animals. Marvel at the
Remarkable Rocks and from Admirals Arch, watch
New Zealand fur seals frolicking in the waters below.
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ADULTS
Standard
Deluxe
All prices are in Australian Dollars and are per person.
Price per person FROM:
Standard
Superior
ADULTS
3 NTS
2$555
2$659
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Conditions apply.
INCLUDES:
hh 3 nights accommodation
hh Full day Barossa and Hahndorf Wine Experience tour
hh Full day Kangaroo Island tour
ACCOMMODATION:
Standard: Mercure Grosvenor Hotel
Superior: Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury