HIGHLIGHTS & INCLUSIONS

• 2 nights aboard the Indian Pacific, Perth to Adelaide, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Kalgoorlie and Cook
• Ponder the vastness of the Australian continent as you cross the Nullarbor Plain
• Experience outback mining heritage in Kalgoorlie
• Transfer from Adelaide Parklands Terminal to hotel
• 1 night accommodation in Adelaide, including breakfast
• See Adelaide at your own pace
• Transfer from hotel to Adelaide Parklands Terminal
• 3 nights aboard The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals, beverages and Off
• Train Experiences in the Flinders Ranges, Marla, Alice Springs and Katherine
• Explore the outback town of Alice Springs
• Cruise through ancient Nitmiluk Gorge in Katherine
• 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners

Itinerary

DAY 1 – BOARD THE INDIAN PACIFIC IN PERTH
Your afternoon begins with a welcome gathering, in celebration of the start of your journey across the country and along the world’s longest stretch of straight railway track. Spend a relaxed afternoon getting to know your fellow travellers after you board the Indian Pacific and pull away from Perth, leaving the Indian Ocean behind and cruising toward the Pacific. Tonight, a delectable dinner is served on board, featuring contemporary Australian cuisine with seasonal and regional flavours. (D)
OVERNIGHT: 2 nights Indian Pacific

DAY 2 – INDIAN PACIFIC, KALGOORLIE AND COOK
Awake to see the sunrise unfold across Australia’s largest outback town, Kalgoorlie. This morning, we’ll delve into this mining town’s fascinating past and present, with a visit to the region’s gold-rush era, now modern-day, Super Pit mine. Decide how you want to explore Kalgoorlie on your choice of Off Train Experience, including morning refreshments.
Reboarding the train mid-morning for brunch, the remainder of the day is on board at your leisure. Sit back and enjoy the hospitality as you take in spectacular views of the seemingly endless expanse of the Nullarbor Plain. You’ll cross borders and time zones, entering South Australia before dinner. Late evening, the train will pull into the almost-ghost-town of Cook for a nightcap, late-night bonfire and stargazing experience. (B,L,D)

DAY 3 – INDIAN PACIFIC, ADELAIDE
Spend the morning travelling through the pastoral lands and communities of remote South Australia as the Indian Pacific cruises past the Flinders Rangers, Spencer Gulf and the Adelaide Plains. Breakfast and lunch are both served on board. Mid-afternoon, the train arrives in Adelaide where you will transfer to your accommodation, home for the next two nights. (B,L)
OVERNIGHT: 1 Night Crowne Plaza Adelaide

DAY 4 – BOARD THE GHAN IN ADELAIDE
Check out of your accommodation this morning and explore Adelaide at leisure before transferring to Adelaide Parklands Terminal.
Your journey on The Ghan begins this afternoon, as you step aboard and settle into the rhythm of life on the rails. Watch the countryside roll past your window as the train makes its way north, a hint of the adventure to come.
By early evening, you’ll arrive at Long Plains, where you’ll step off the train and transfer to a celebrated Australian wine region. Here, a special dinner experience awaits, showcasing the region’s exceptional produce and fine wines. As the sun sets over the vineyards, raise a glass to the days of discovery ahead.
After dinner, return to the train and retire for the night as The Ghan continues its journey towards north. (B,D)
OVERNIGHT: 3 nights The Ghan

DAY 5 – THE GHAN, FLINDERS RANGES
Wake to the changing landscapes of South Australia as The Ghan arrives into Port Augusta, South Australia’s gateway to the outback.  After breakfast, step off the train and prepare for a full day discovering one of the nation’s most remarkable regions: the Flinders Ranges.
Your Off Train Experience takes you deep into this ancient landscape, where rugged ranges, dramatic gorges and red rock outcrops tell stories millions of years in the making. From sweeping lookouts to encounters with native wildlife, the Flinders Ranges offers a striking introduction to the outback.
After a day of exploration, rejoin the train for a relaxed evening on board recalling the days adventures. (B,L,D)

DAY 6 – THE GHAN, ALICE SPRINGS
After a night of fine dining and relaxed comfort aboard The Ghan, wake to a spectacular outback sunrise at Marla, a remote outpost 160 kilometres from the Northern Territory border and gateway to the legendary Oodnadatta Track. With red dirt beneath your feet and a bonfire casting warmth into the cool morning air, pause to take in the stillness of this extraordinary place.
Back on board, enjoy a leisurely brunch as the desert landscape unfolds on the journey north to Alice Springs. Here, a variety of Off Train Experiences awaits. Choose an off-road e-bike adventure across ochre-coloured earth, explore the town’s key landmarks on the A Town Called Alice tour, or embrace a cultural experience at Standley Chasm. Nature lovers can meet the wildlife at the Desert Park or marvel at the striking beauty of Simpsons Gap. For a bird’s-eye view, upgrade to a scenic helicopter flight and witness the sheer scale of this remarkable region.
Return to the train in the late afternoon, with time to refresh before dinner is served and another unforgettable evening begins. (B,L,D)

DAY 7 – THE GHAN, KATHERINE AND DARWIN
Your final day begins in the tropical north, where the landscape gives way to rocky escarpments and fast-flowing canyon streams. Here, you’ll experience one of the Top End’s greatest natural wonders on a cruise through the majestic Nitmiluk Gorge. As you glide along the water, your guide will share the cultural significance of this place to the Jawoyn people, weaving in stories that highlight their deep spiritual connection to the land.
Alternatively, step into the lives of those who call the outback home at the Katherine Outback Experience, or venture underground to explore the limestone chambers of the Cutta Cutta Caves, rich in native wildlife, Indigenous culture and European history. For a different perspective, upgrade to a helicopter flight and witness the scale and grandeur of Nitmiluk from above.
After your day’s adventures, return to the train and journey onwards to Darwin, where your unforgettable journey of exploring Australia by train draws to a close. (B,L)