Ghan Train and Cruise

Friday 08 November

Depart on Air New Zealand to arrive into Adelaide late morning. Enjoy an Adelaide City Sights tour before we transfer to our beach front hotel in Glenelg with an afternoon to relax. A welcome dinner tonight to mix and mingle.

Saturday 09 November

After breakfast we travel to the Barossa Valley, followed by a heritage tour and lunch at Seppeltsfield Winery. After lunch return to Glenelg. Remainder of the day at leisure.

Sunday 10 November

This morning transfer to the Adelaide Rail Terminal to board The Ghan Train. Prepare for a journey of comfort, relaxation and a touch of adventure, as the legendary Ghan takes you deep into the heart of Australia. 

Monday 11 November

Continue your journey aboard The Ghan making a sunrise stop in Marla, an Australian outback post, before continuing onto Alice Springs - the heart of the Red Centre. 

Tuesday 12 November

A relaxing morning onboard the Ghan Train before an afternoon arrival at Katherine, home of the stunning Katherine Gorge which is rich in Indigenous history. After our excursion into Katherine Gorge we continue north to arrive in Darwin late evening.

Wednesday 13 November

Today a morning city sightseeing tour getting the perfect introduction to Darwin’s history and quirky charm. Included is a visit to the Darwin Aviation Museum and lunch at Stokes Hill Wharf. This evening enjoy a traditional Buffet Dinner Harbour Cruise on board ‘Spirit of Darwin.’ Relax and watch the colorful sunset, see the fish feeding from the ship’s bow and enjoy a sumptuous three course buffet meal.

Thursday 14 November

This morning step aboard the  Crown Princess in time for a late lunch. Depart Darwin Harbour late afternoon for nine nights of luxury.

Friday 15 November

Time cruising at sea to explore all that the Crown Princess has to offer.  Why not treat yourself and dine at one of the delicious specialty restaurants this evening and later catch a Broadway-style show in the theatre to complete a perfect evening on board.

Monday 18 November

Cairns is one of Australia’s hottest vacation destinations. Sixteen miles of superb beaches stretch to the north of the city - the famed Marlin Coast and inland lies the immense Daintree National Park. Cairns itself basks in tropical sunshine and balmy breezes waft in from Trinity Bay. The city’s graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland.

Tuesday 19 November

A scenic cruise by this tiny island sitting beyond the Great Barrier Reef in the Coral Sea Islands Territory. Wildlife numbering into the thousands, Willis Island itself caters to many species of seabirds, including Masked, Brown and Red-footed Boobies that cry out nearly 24 hours a day.

Wednesday 20 November

Thursday 21 November

The cool and casual capital of Queensland offers all the glitz and glam of a big city, without the big city airs. Located on the banks of the Brisbane River and surrounded by rolling hills, this urban oasis is certainly a great day out.

Friday 22 November

Another cruising day. Pamper yourself and pay a visit to the spa for a relaxing massage or beauty treatment. 

Saturday 23 November

This morning we disembark the Crown Princess and transfer to Sydney International Airport for your flight home.

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