The Ghan
Highlights
- Embark on The Ghan for a legendary journey through Australia’s rugged outback, experiencing unparalleled comfort and adventure.
- Savour sumptuous dining and fine wines onboard, enhancing your travel experience with regionally-inspired menus.
- Explore iconic destinations like Uluru and Kakadu during Off Train Experiences, immersing yourself in Australia's rich landscapes.
- Relax in elegant private cabins, enjoying attentive service and the camaraderie of fellow travellers on this unforgettable adventure.
Regarded as one of the world’s greatest train journeys, The Ghan delivers so much more than an extended train ride. It promises access to parts of Australia no other holiday can come close to – the perfect balance of comfort and adventure, culminating in an experience that will move you in every sense of the word.
In 2024, The Ghan marked 95 years of outback crossings. Much has changed since 1929, and today The Ghan offers more than transit between Adelaide to Darwin and vice versa. Onboard you will find sumptuous dining, elegant private cabins, attentive service, and the camaraderie of your fellow travellers. And when the train stops, the adventures begin.
Choose from a range of included Off Train Experiences to create a rewarding personal journey through Australia’s outback and beyond. Travel on The Ghan or book The Ghan Expedition – an extended journey – as the foundation for your next adventure. Your rail journey can also be enhanced with a choice of tailored holiday packages.
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The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin
A legendary train. An unforgettable Australian adventure. Travel aboard The Ghan between Adelaide and Darwin on the all-inclusive Outback Spirit journey.
Highlights and Inclusions: 3 days and 2 nights aboard The Ghan; all-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages; a regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines; immersive off-train experiences in Marla, Alice Springs, and Katherine; and a cruise of the Nitmiluk Gorge with insights into Katherine’s ancient Indigenous rock paintings.
The Ghan Expedition, Darwin to Adelaide
An icon of Australian rail travel and one of the world’s great train journeys, ride the rails of history aboard The Ghan Expedition between Darwin and Adelaide. Beginning in Darwin, this four-day, three-night, 2,979km all-inclusive journey will take you to some of the most remote and captivating parts of Australia in style and comfort. Operating from April to October, your adventure through the country’s vast, varied, and captivating interior will leave you speechless. It’s the ultimate Australian outback experience.
Highlights and Inclusions:: 4 days and 3 nights aboard The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Adelaide; all-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages; a regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines; Off Train Experiences in Katherine, Alice Springs, and Coober Pedy; an evening Off Train Experience in Manguri; a spectacular dinner under the stars at the historic Telegraph Station; exploration of Nitmiluk Gorge’s powerful natural wonders and rich Indigenous culture; and a venture into the underground opal mining town of Coober Pedy.
The Ultimate Territory Tour 2026
If your dream is to see the best of the Australian outback and immerse yourself in the heart of it with hands-on experiences, this is the ultimate escape. It doesn’t come any better than traveling on The Ghan, exploring Uluru and Kata Tjuta, cruising Nitmiluk Gorge in Katherine, and exploring Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, all in one sensational journey through the nation’s heartland.
Highlights and Inclusions: 2 nights aboard The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals, beverages, and Off Train Experiences; 7 nights of intimate small-group touring with Outback Spirit, traveling on board a state-of-the-art 4WD Mercedes-Benz vehicle, including accommodation, meals, and guided touring; a journey through the West MacDonnell Ranges, visiting Standley Chasm and Ormiston Gorge; a visit to World Heritage-listed Uluru with a guided base tour; dining under the stars at the ‘Sounds of Silence’ dining experience; exploration of the rock formations of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) and Walpa Gorge; admiring the internationally acclaimed ‘Field of Light’ display at Uluru; a visit to the Ubirr art site within Kakadu National Park, home to some of the world’s most outstanding rock art; and enjoying the Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise.
Red Centre Spectacular 2026
Settle into The Ghan’s gentle rhythm as you travel through the country and immerse yourself in the Northern Territory’s breathtaking natural wonders on this spectacular 11-day journey. From exploring the West MacDonnell Ranges to taking your place beside spiritual Uluru and Kata Tjuta, you’ll understand why people travel great distances to see the Territory’s remarkable landscapes and icons.
Highlights and Inclusions: 1 night aboard The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Alice Springs, including all meals and beverages, and Off Train Experiences in Katherine and Alice Springs; 7 nights of intimate small-group touring with Outback Spirit, traveling on board a state-of-the-art 4WD Mercedes-Benz vehicle, including accommodation, meals, and guided touring; travel through the West MacDonnell Ranges, visiting Standley Chasm and Ormiston Gorge; dining under the stars at the ‘Sounds of Silence’ dining experience; 2 nights aboard The Ghan Expedition from Alice Springs to Adelaide, including all meals and beverages and Off Train Experiences in Coober Pedy; and 10 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 10 dinners.
Top End Explorer 2026
Combine two national parks with one legendary rail journey and connect with nature, wildlife, and incredible landscapes as you traverse the country. Travel through the outback from Adelaide to Darwin on The Ghan, before continuing on to Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks for deeper exploration of the Top End’s diverse natural habitats.
Highlights and Inclusions: 2 nights aboard The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals, beverages, and Off Train Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs, and Katherine; 3 nights’ accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast daily; 2 nights of intimate small-group Kakadu, East Alligator River, and Litchfield touring with Outback Spirit Tours, traveling on board a state-of-the-art 4WD Mercedes-Benz vehicle, including accommodation, guided touring, and meals; a Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise; and 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
Darwin Classic City Stay 2026
Embark on Australia’s iconic rail journey aboard The Ghan, where you’ll enjoy exceptional hospitality and all-inclusive dining while watching the outback scenery unfold. Discover the historic charm of Alice Springs and the dramatic landscapes of Katherine during your Off Train Experiences. Conclude your adventure in Darwin, where you’ll spend three nights exploring this vibrant city and savor a Territory-style dinner on a sunset cruise aboard Darwin Harbour Cruises’ Charles Darwin catamaran.
Highlights and Inclusions: Experience 2 nights aboard The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin, with all meals, beverages, and Off Train Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs, and Katherine; enjoy a transfer from Darwin Rail Terminal to your hotel and 3 nights’ accommodation in Darwin with daily breakfast; cap off your journey with a Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise, featuring dinner and stunning sunset views. The journey includes 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners.
Adelaide and Darwin Classic City Stay 2026
Begin your adventure with three nights in Adelaide, exploring the food and wine capital of South Australia. Then, embark on The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin, where you’ll experience breathtaking landscapes and immersive Off Train Experiences. Once in Darwin, enjoy a three-night stay in this tropical city, highlighted by a sunset dinner cruise on Darwin Harbour’s Charles Darwin catamaran.
Highlights and Inclusions: Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodation in Adelaide with daily breakfast and a Northern Barossa Valley Voyager tour, including lunch; travel for 2 nights aboard The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin, with all meals, beverages, and Off Train Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs, and Katherine, including a cruise through ancient Nitmiluk Gorge; in Darwin, benefit from 3 nights’ accommodation with daily breakfast and a Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise, featuring dinner with stunning tropical sunset views. The journey includes 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners.
Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council