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Australia's Ghan Rail Expedition

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8-day rail journey on The Ghan from Darwin to Adelaide with city stays and a Barossa Valley wine tour.

Day 1 · Darwin

Arrive in Darwin

Arrive in Darwin and make your way into the city to begin your journey in Australia's Top End.

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Transfer: Darwin Airport to city centre

Private transfer from Darwin Airport to your accommodation in Darwin city centre.

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Stay at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Stay at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront. If you want to be in the middle of the action and close to the Darwin CBD, Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront is the place for you. Choose to stay in one of the hotel's 121 well-appointed guest rooms. Perfectly posi...

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Day 2 · Darwin

Half Day Darwin Highlights Tour

Embark on a half-day Darwin Highlights Tour, immersing yourself in the city's rich history. Visit the Darwin Aviation Museum to delve into the fascinating world of aviation history. Admire the impressive collection of 19 aircraft on display, inclu...

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Day 3 · Darwin

Transfer: Darwin city to Darwin Berrimah Terminal

Transfer from Darwin city centre to Darwin Berrimah Terminal to board The Ghan.

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Your The Ghan Trip – Darwin to Katherine & Nitmiluk Gorge

Your journey aboard the legendary Ghan begins in Darwin, where you'll take the small but momentous step from platform to carriage. Friendly staff will lead you through corridors to your comfortable private cabin where you can take your time settli...

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Your The Ghan Trip – Gold Service cabin

Stay onboard The Ghan in a Gold Service private cabin. The legendary train was named after the hardy Afghans and their camel trains which provided the only means of transport into "The Red Centre" in the early days. The journey is now a comfortabl...

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Day 4 · Alice Springs

Exploring Alice Springs from The Ghan

Wake up to a new view outside your window as the outback sunrise sets the tone for the day ahead. After coffee, juice and a sumptuous breakfast, you arrive in Alice Springs ready for another day of exploration. You have the opportunity to embark o...

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Day 5 · Coober Pedy

Discovering Coober Pedy from Manguri

After breakfast you arrive at the remote stop of Manguri, where a friendly tour guide awaits to whisk you away for the day. Your destination is Coober Pedy, the sun-scorched opal mining capital of the world, where more than half of the residents l...

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Day 6 · Adelaide

The Ghan arrival in Adelaide

This morning, notice the dramatic change in landscape as the rich ochre tones of the outback give way to the green fields and pastoral lands of South Australia. After breakfast, take time to reflect on your journey before The Ghan rolls into Adela...

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Transfer: Adelaide Parklands Terminal to Adelaide city centre

Transfer from Adelaide Parklands Terminal to your accommodation in Adelaide city centre.

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Crowne Plaza Adelaide (2 nights, room only)

Crowne Plaza Adelaide. Enjoy a culturally rich and inspiring escape at Crowne Plaza Adelaide with stunning views from the city's tallest building in design-led rooms. Stay in the East End, close to Lot Fourteen and Adelaide Botanic Garden, with ea...

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Day 7 · Barossa Valley

Full Day Barossa Valley – Best of Barossa Tour

Begin with a city orientation tour before travelling through the scenic Torrens Gorge to the Barossa Valley. There may be a stop at a local bakery to sample fine German pastries. Cross over Jacob's Creek for your first wine tasting at Peter Lehman...

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Day 8 · Adelaide

Transfer: Adelaide city centre to Adelaide Airport

Transfer from your accommodation in Adelaide city centre to Adelaide Airport for your onward or homeward flight.

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