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RAA Travel2025 The Ghan, Top End explorer, Adelaide to Darwin

Mon - Fri, 8am to 6pm
Sat, 9am to 4pm
Sun, 12am to 4pm

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2025 The Ghan, Top End explorer, Adelaide to Darwin

Book by 30 September 2024

Mar - Aug 2025 Departure Sunday (Additional departures on Wednesday)

8 days and 7 nights Rail and tour holiday

What to expect

Embark on a 3000-kilometre journey between Adelaide and Darwin, from the chilly Southern Ocean to the steamy Arafura Sea, across our magnificent outback. Add a trip to two iconic national parks and you’ve got a truly legendary journey.

This eight-day, seven-night adventure starts with an epic two-night train journey on The Ghan, immersing you in the rust-red scenery of the outback. Onboard, relax in the train’s Explorer Lounge or Art Deco-inspired Queen Adelaide Restaurant, then step off to enjoy a stunning sunset at Marla in the South Australian outback. You’ll also explore Alice Springs, and cruise Katherine (Nitmiluk) Gorge.

Get acquainted with Darwin, which has transformed in recent years to become a lively, confident, multicultural city. Enjoy a half-day city sights tour and sunset harbour cruise, then spend the rest of your time strolling through fascinating museums and bustling markets.

You’ll also tour Litchfield National Park, known for its spectacular waterfalls and Kakadu National Park, where you’ll encounter classic Northern Territory scenery, outstanding rock art and plenty of wildlife including saltwater crocodiles.

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2 nights aboard The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs and Katherine
Explore the outback town of Alice Springs
Cruise through ancient Nitmiluk Gorge in Katherine
Transfer from Darwin Rail Terminal to hotel

1 nights’ accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast
2 nights of intimate small-group Kakadu, East Alligator River and Litchfield touring with Outback Spirit, travelling on board a state-of-the-art 4WD Mercedes-Benz vehicle, including accommodation, guided touring and meals
Cruise on the Mary River spotting wildlife, including saltwater crocodiles and an abundance of birdlife
Visit the Ubirr art site within Kakadu National Park, home to some of the world’s most outstanding rock art
Swim in a waterfall at Litchfield National Park
2 nights’ accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast daily
Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners

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*Advance Purchase Holiday fares are subject to availability. Within 6 months of travel Saver Holiday fares may be offered, subject to availability. Outback Spirit touring is based on the Outback Spirit Earlybird fare. Prices are subject to change. Further conditions apply.

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*Advertised prices are per person based on Advance Purchase Holiday* fares for travel in March - Apr and Sep - Oct 2025 in a Gold Service Twin. Everyday Holiday fares must be booked more than 6 months prior to departure. Fares are valid for selected dates in Gold Service only and are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change. Full payment required at time of booking. Advance Purchase Holiday fares are subject to availability. Within 6 months of travel Saver Holiday fares may be offered, subject to availability. Outback Spirit touring is based on the Outback Spirit Earlybird fare. Prices are subject to change. Further conditions apply. Ask your RAA Travel Advisor for more details.