The Ghan Holiday Packages

THE GHAN EXPERIENCE
The Ghan Holiday Packages
5 Day Red Centre Highlights Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Adelaide
HIGHLIGHTS:
hhUluru sunset and sunrise
hhKata Tjuta
hhWalpa Gorge
hhAlice Springs
Day 1: Uluru (Ayers Rock)
On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport transfer to your
hotel. Travel to the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuta
and spend time at the base of Walpa Gorge. Late
afternoon, enjoy a glass of wine and nibbles while
watching the changing colours of Uluru at sunset.
Overnight at Voyages Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers
Rock Resort.
Day 2: 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
before travelling to Alice Springs. Spend the next two
nights at Double Tree by Hilton Alice Springs.
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. (BL)
PRICE PER PERSON FROM:
GOLD SERVICE
TWIN SHARE
Adult
Pensioner/CSHC
PLATINUM SERVICE
SOLE USE
$2,085$2,329
$1,785$2,059
TWIN SHARE
Adult
Pensioner/CSHC
SOLE USE
$3,315$5,595
$3,265$5,545
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Seasonal surcharges may apply. For concession eligibility refer to the
Important Booking Conditions on page 19.
INCLUDES:
hh The Ghan Alice Springs to Adelaide
hh 1 night accommodation at Ayers Rock Resort
hh 2 nights accommodation in Alice Springs
hh West MacDonnell Ranges 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:Mon from Uluru (Ayers Rock)
CONCLUDES: Adelaide at 11:30am
Day 4: The Ghan – Alice Springs to Adelaide
Enjoy a free morning in Alice Springs before
transferring to The Ghan for the overnight journey to
Adelaide. Take advantage of a Short Stop in Manguri
and marvel at the Outback night sky. (BD)
West MacDonnell
National Park
ALICE SPRINGS
Standley Chasm
Ayers Rock
Resort
Day 5: Adelaide
KATA TJUTA
Uluru-Kata Tjuta
National Park
Enjoy breakfast on board The Ghan before arriving in
Adelaide. (B)
ERLDUNDA
ULURU
THE GHAN
To Adelaide
6 Day Highlights of Kakadu Darwin to Adelaide
HIGHLIGHTS:
hhKakadu National Park  Nourlangie Rock
hhUbirr  Yellow Water Billabong  Arnhem Land
Day 1: Darwin
Make your own way to Darwin and check-in to Vibe
Hotel Darwin.
Day 2: Darwin to Kakadu National Park
Depart Darwin and travel across the Adelaide River and
deep into Kakadu National Park. Take a guided walk
to Nourlangie Rock. After lunch, join a guided cruise
on the Yellow Water Billabong. Overnight at Mercure
Kakadu Crocodile Hotel. (BL)
Day 3: Kakadu National Park to Darwin
Travel by 4WD to Ubirr to see superbly preserved
Aboriginal rock art. Board 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
PRICE PER PERSON FROM:
GOLD SERVICE
SOLE USE
$2,875$2,915
$2,389$2,479
PLATINUM SERVICE
TWIN SHARE
Adult
Pensioner/CSHC
SOLE USE
$4,255$7,279
$4,229$7,255
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Seasonal surcharges may apply. For concession eligibility refer to the
Important Booking Conditions on page 19.
INCLUDES:
hh The Ghan Darwin to Adelaide
hh 2 nights accommodation in Darwin
hh 1 night 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:
Sun from Darwin
CONCLUDES: Adelaide at 11:30am
Transfer to Darwin railway station. Depart on The
Ghan this morning, stopping at Katherine where you
can enjoy an Off Train Excursion of Katherine Gorge.
Re-board 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.
Stop in Manguri and take in the beauty of the Outback
night sky. 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)
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TWIN SHARE
Adult
Pensioner/CSHS
ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.
DARWIN
Ubirr
Kakadu
National
Park
KATHERINE
ARNHEM LAND
JABIRU
Nourlangie Rock
Nitmiluk
National
Park
THE GHAN
To Adelaide
The Ghan Holiday Packages
HIGHLIGHTS:
hhDarwin  Litchfield National Park
hhAlice Springs  Coober Pedy
Day 1: Darwin
PRICE PER PERSON FROM:
GOLD SERVICE TWIN SHARE
Adult
Pensioner/CSHC
SOLE USE
$3,869$4,209
$3,395$3,785
Make your own way to Darwin and check in to the
Vibe Hotel Darwin for the next two nights.
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of travel.
Seasonal surcharge may apply. Platinum Service prices are also available. For
concession eligibility refer to the Important Booking Conditions on page 19.
Day 2: Litchfield National Park
INCLUDES:
After breakfast, join the Litchfield Waterfalls tour. Spend
the day exploring Litchfield National Park’s spectacular
waterfalls. (BL)
hh 2 nights accommodation in Darwin
Day 3: The Ghan – Darwin to Alice Springs
Join the Ghan this morning and travel south to Katherine
where you can enjoy an Off Train Excursion at Katherine
Gorge. Re-board The Ghan for your overnight journey to
Alice Springs. (BLD)
Day 4: The Ghan – Alice Springs to Manguri
On arrival in Alice Springs, join an Off Train Excursion
before re-boarding the train for your journey to Manguri.
Arrive in Manguri and transfer to the Desert Cave Hotel
in Coober Pedy where you will stay for the next three
nights. (BD)
hh The Ghan Darwin to Manguri
THE GHAN EXPERIENCE
7 Day Top End and Coober Pedy Darwin to Adelaide
hh 3 nights accommodation in Coober Pedy
hh One way railway station transfer in Darwin
hh One way railway transfer in Manguri
hh One way airport transfer in Coober Pedy
hh Full day Litchfield National Park tour
hh Half day Desert Cave Town tour
hh Full day Painted Desert tour
hh Half day Down and Dirty Opal tour
hh One way flight Coober Pedy to Adelaide
hh Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, L = lunch,
D = dinner)
Mon from Darwin
Day 5: Coober Pedy
DEPARTS:
Tour the famous underground town, hear about its
history and precious water supplies. Visit a working opal
field to see opal mining methods and experience the
Breakaways, a range of colourful sandstone outcrops. (B)
CONCLUDES: Adelaide
DARWIN
Litchfield National Park
KATHERINE
Day 6: Coober Pedy
Today tour the breakaway country of the Painted Desert
(Arckaringa Hills), an area of spectacular colourful hills
created over 80 million years. (BD)
ALICE SPRINGS
Day 7: Coober Pedy to Adelaide
MANGURI
After breakfast, explore a working opal mine and learn
about the various styles of opal mining at the Opal Quest
Mine. In the afternoon transfer to Coober Pedy airport for
your flight to Adelaide. (B)
COOBER PEDY
ADELAIDE
7 Day Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kings Canyon Explorer Darwin to Alice Springs
HIGHLIGHTS:
hhKatherine  Alice Springs
hhKata Tjuta  Uluru
hhKings Canyon
Day 1: Darwin
Arrive in Darwin and check-in to Vibe Hotel Darwin.
Day 2: The Ghan – Darwin to Alice Springs
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. (BLD)
Day 3: Alice Springs
Arrive in Alice Springs late morning and check-in to your
hotel. Overnight at Lasseters Hotel. (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 sunset
over Uluru. Overnight at Voyages Desert Gardens Hotel,
Ayers Rock Resort. (B)
PRICE PER PERSON FROM:
GOLD SERVICE TWIN SHARE
Adult
Pensioner/CSHC
PLATINUM SERVICE SOLE USE
$2,565$3,015
$2,239$2,719
TWIN SHARE
Adult
Pensioner/CSHC
SOLE USE
$3,795$6,279
$3,719$6,205
Prices are based on low season and will vary depending on the date of
travel. Seasonal surcharges may apply. For concession eligibility refer to the
Important Booking Conditions on page 19.
INCLUDES:
hh The Ghan Darwin to Alice Springs
hh 1 night accommodation in Darwin
hh 2 nights accommodation in Alice Springs
hh 1 night accommodation at Ayers Rock Resort
hh 1 night accommodation in Kings Canyon
hh 3 day Uluru and Kings Canyon tour
hh One way railway station transfer in Darwin
hh One way railway station transfer in Alice Springs
hh Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, L = lunch,
D = dinner)
Tue from Darwin
Day 5: Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Kings Canyon
DEPARTS:
Wake early to view sunrise at Uluru before exploring the
base area. In the afternoon travel to Kings Canyon.
Overnight at Kings Canyon Resort.
CONCLUDES:Alice Springs
THE GHAN
From Darwin
Day 6: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
This morning join an optional guided climb to the rim
of Kings Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka
National Park. An easier walk along the canyon floor
is also available. Enjoy lunch at Kings Creek Station
(own expense) before travelling back to Alice Springs.
Overnight at Lasseters Hotel.
Day 7: Alice Springs
Your journey concludes after breakfast this morning. (B)
Watarrka
National
KINGS CANYON Park
Ayers Rock
Resort
KATA TJUTA
ULURU
Uluru-Kata Tjuta
National Park
PRICES ARE INTENDED AS A GUIDE ONLY. PLEASE ASK YOUR TRAVEL AGENT FOR OUR BEST PRICE.
ALICE SPRINGS
ERLDUNDA
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THE GHAN EXPERIENCE
The Ghan Holiday Packages
14 Day Territory Adventure Adelaide to Darwin
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. Stay the next two
nights at Voyages Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock
Resort. (BD)
Day 4: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
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.
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.
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, Alice Springs.
Day 7: Alice Springs
Today see the highlights of Alice Springs at leisure. (B)
Day 8: West MacDonnell Ranges
A full day to experience the magnificent West MacDonnell
Ranges. See the deep red cleft of Standley Chasm and
the mystique of Ellery Creek Big Hole. See the immense
cliffs of quartzite at Simpsons Gap. (BL)
Day 9: The Ghan – Alice Springs to Katherine
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)
PRICE PER PERSON FROM:
GOLD SERVICE
INCLUDES:
hh The Ghan Adelaide to Alice Springs
hh The Ghan Alice Springs to Darwin
hh 4 nights accommodation in Alice Springs
hh 2 nights accommodation at Ayers Rock Resort
hh 1 night accommodation in Kings Canyon
hh 3 nights accommodation in Darwin
hh 1 night accommodation in Kakadu
hh 4 day Kata Tjuta, Uluru and Kings Canyon tour
hh 2 day Kakadu National Park tour
hh Full day West MacDonnell Ranges tour
hh Darwin City Sights tour
hh Return railway station transfers in Alice Springs
hh One way railway station transfer in Darwin
hh Meals as indicated (B = breakfast, L = lunch,
D = dinner)
From Adelaide at 12:15pm
Sun (5 Apr – 19 May,
23 Aug 15 – 31 Mar 16)
Sun, Wed (20 May – 19 Aug 15)
DEPARTS:
CONCLUDES: Darwin
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)
ARNHEM LAND
JABIRU
Nourlangie Rock
Kakadu
National Park
Ubirr
KATHERINE
Day 11: Darwin
Nitmiluk
National
Park
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)
HIGHLIGHTS:
hhAlice Springs
hhUluru
hhKata Tjuta
hhKings Canyon
hhKakadu 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. (B)
After boarding the coach 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 Mercure Kakadu
Crocodile Hotel. (BL)
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. Return to Darwin
and overnight at Vibe Hotel Darwin. (L)
Day 14: Darwin
Your Northern Territory adventure concludes this
morning upon check-out from the hotel. (B)
SOLE USE
$5,235$6,145
$4,595$5,565
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. For concession eligibility refer to the Important Booking
Conditions on page 19.
Day 10: The Ghan – Katherine to Darwin
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TWIN SHARE
Adult
Pensioner/CSHC
TENNANT
CREEK
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
ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.