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Top End explorer 2026, Adelaide to Darwin
Rail and Tour holiday
Included
Departing Sunday and Wednesday
What to expect
Connect with culture and country by combining two iconic national parks with one legendary 8-day rail journey. You’ll experience Australian wildlife in their natural habitat and visit incredible remote landscapes as you explore Australia by train on The Ghan, before continuing on to Litchfield and Kakadu National Parks for deeper exploration of the Top End’s diverse natural habitats.
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Culture and history
Gourmet food and drinks
Outdoor activities
Stunning landscapes and sights
Perfect for
Friends getaway
Premium experiences
Solo travellers
What's included
2 nights aboard The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs and Katherine
Transfer from Darwin Rail Terminal to hotel
1 nights’ accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast
2 nights’ accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast daily
Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
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Explore the outback town of Alice Springs
Cruise through ancient Nitmiluk Gorge in Katherine
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 with beverages
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
Options and details
Travel dates and solo pricing:
Gold Single: From $6,700*pp
Gold Twin Sole Occupancy: $9,330*pp
Elevate your Experience with:
Gold Premium Sole Occupancy: $12,625^pp
Platinum Sole Occupancy: $13,770+pp
*Gold Twin/Single advertised price is Advance Purchase Holiday Fare for travel in October 2026
Terms and conditions
*Conditions apply. Advertised price is per person based on The Ghan Top End Explorer Northbound (Adelaide to Darwin) 2026 in a Gold Single cabin for travel in October 2026. Savings are based on the difference between the Advance Purchase Holiday fare and the Everyday Holiday fare October 2026 departure. Advance Purchase Holiday fare conditions apply. A deposit of $1,500 per person is due at the time of booking, with full payment due 180 days prior to the commencement of the Journey.
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100% cancellation fee applied if cancellation is received 180 days or less prior to commencement of the Journey. Elevate your experience advertised pricing is per person based on the Everyday Holiday fare for travel on The Ghan Top End Explorer Northbound (Adelaide to Darwin) 2026 in a Gold Premium cabin travelling in May 2026 and Platinum cabin travelling in April 2026. Everyday Holiday fare conditions apply. Deposit requirements due at the time of booking vary depending on cabin type booked, with final payment due 45 days prior to Journey commencement. 100% cancellation fee applied if cancellation is received 45 days or less prior to commencement of the Journey. Offer is subject to availability and block out dates may apply and is not valid with any other offer. Offer is available for new bookings only with RAA Travel. For full terms and conditions, please visit https://www.journeybeyondrail.com.au/terms-conditions/. Prices correct as at 25 September 2025. Ask your RAA Travel Advisor for more details.