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The ‘Ghan’ Darwin to Adelaide

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The ‘Ghan’ Darwin to Adelaide

Including Litchfield National Park, Darwin & Adelaide

Our Australian Rail Tours continue their popularity and this is an opportunity to join a tour in Darwin and experience the legendary rail journey through the heart of Australia from Darwin to Adelaide on the iconic Ghan Train. 

Sitting back in Gold Class on one of the world’s great train journeys is not to be missed.

This fascinating journey of ever-changing landscapes includes excursions to Katherine, Alice Springs, Coober Pedy before arriving in Adelaide. Meals and off-train excursions, sightseeing and accommodation in Darwin and Adelaide are all included.

This rail experience encompasses iconic Australia at its best.

Charlotte and Ray – “Where to start…ah…the Ghan staff were tops and their food divine.  The bus drivers were informed and entertaining.  The side trips were fun and scenic.  

Only Single Rooms left! 

Your travel itinerary

Tuesday 14 October

Auckland – Darwin

We depart from Auckland in the afternoon on a Qantas flight to Darwin, with a stopover in Melbourne. Upon arrival in Darwin, we will transfer to our inner-city hotel for a late evening check-in.

Wednesday 15 October

Darwin

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A free morning before an afternoon city sightseeing tour of Darwin’s history and landscapes including the Darwin Aviation Museum. 

Thursday 16 October

Litchfield National Park

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An early morning start for the drive to Litchfield National Park. The gorgeous, historical town of Batchelor is the gateway to Litchfield National Park. View the termite mounds found at Litchfield National Park and the spectacular double waterfall of Florence Falls from a high vantage point. One of the three major waterfalls along the western face of the Tabletop Range is Tolmer Falls. Marvel at the water cascading down into the deep waterhole at the base of the falls. Return to Darwin this evening.

Friday 17 October

Darwin

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A free day to explore Darwin at your leisure. This evening continue on for a traditional Buffet Dinner Harbour Cruise on board ‘Spirit of Darwin.’ Relax and watch the colourful sunset, see the fish feeding from the ship’s bow and enjoy a sumptuous three course buffet meal

Saturday 18 October

Darwin – “The Ghan Train

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This morning transfer to the Darwin Rail Terminal to board The Ghan Expedition. Prepare for a journey of comfort, relaxation and a touch of adventure, as the legendary Ghan takes you deep into the heart of Australia. This afternoon you will arrive into Katherine, home of the stunning Katherine Gorge and rich in Indigenous history.

THE GHAN EXPEDITION - A unique and epic experience, explore the wonders of Australia’s vast interior with one of the world’s most renowned rail journeys – The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to 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. 

Sunday 19 October

The Ghan

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Continue your journey aboard The Ghan making an extended stop in Alice Springs - the heart of the Red Centre. This evening we will all come together and dine beneath the stars for an authentic Outback Dinner.

Monday 20 October

The Ghan

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Today make an extended stop at Manguri. Your destination Coober Pedy - the sun scorched opal mining capital of the world.

Tuesday 21 October

The Ghan – Adelaide

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Today arrive into Adelaide late morning. Enjoy a short city tour before transferring to our beachfront hotel in Glenelg.

Wednesday 22 October

Adelaide

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After breakfast we travel to Hahndorf with free time to explore this quaint German style village, before visiting Beerenberg Strawberry Lane and returning to Adelaide to enjoy a free afternoon.

Thursday 23 October

Adelaide

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After breakfast travel to the Barossa Valley for a farewell lunch and a tour of the region.

Friday 24 October

Adelaide – Home

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Transfer to the airport for a late morning departure. 

Inclusions

  • Economy air travel on Qantas Auckland – Darwin // Economy air travel on Air New Zealand Adelaide – Auckland 
  • All transfers as per itinerary
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Three nights’ on-board ‘The Ghan’ train in Gold Class (Beer, wine, spirits, soft drinks, water, tea, coffee and meals included)
  • Off-train excursions
  • Four nights’ hotel accommodation in Darwin including breakfast
  • Litchfield National Park Day Tour
  • City sightseeing tour of Darwin
  • Darwin Harbour Sunset Cruise
  • Three nights’ accommodation in Adelaide
  • Adelaide city sights tour
  • Farewell lunch at Sepplesfield, Barossa Valley
  • Pukekohe Travel escort - subject to 20 people travelling

Cost

Cost Per Person *
Auckland - Auckland		Twin ShareSingle 
   $12,800 (SOLD OUT) $13,638 
Business Class Upgrade (Auckland - Darwin) P.O.A
Early Booking Discount (18 April 2025) $150
Previous International Pukekohe Travel Tour Discount $100

*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

  • Travel Insurance – compulsory (please ask us for a quote)
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Airport and airline taxes (approx. $337)

Booking Conditions

  • A non- refundable deposit of $1500  per person will secure a place on this trip
  • Full payment is due no later than 08 August 2025

Cancellations

  • From the date of booking until 08 August 2025  – loss of deposit
  • After 08 August 2025 - no refund

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance is essential. Please feel free to contact us for a quote.

General Information

Documentation

• A current passport is required, valid six months beyond date of travel 

• No visa is required for New Zealand Passport holders 

• All other passport holders – please ask

Temperatures    Max ˚c     Min ˚c

Adelaide    22    12

Alice Springs    32    15

Darwin.   33    25

 Luggage

Checked-in luggage is NOT accessible during the train journey.  Pack your cabin bag with the essentials for the three nights.  Smart casual is required for the Queen Adelaide Restaurant on board the train. . 

Health and Fitness

Walking tours are an important part of the itinerary and a good standard of health is required with the ability to walk on uneven surfaces and negotiate stairs

The Ghan

  • The Outback Explorer Lounge is the train’s centre of activity
  • Gold Service Guests dine in the classically-appointed Queen Adelaide Restaurant
  • Gold Twin - a comfortable sleeper cabin features private en-suite and upper and lower berths that convert to a threeseater lounge by day
  • Gold Single - a compact sleeper cabin features a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage

Gold Class Service Features

  • All-inclusive dining. A regionally-inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
  • All-inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic beverages

 

Terms and Conditions

For full terms and conditions please visit our website Terms and Conditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy.


Note: Pukekohe Travel reserves the right to correct errors and omissions on our website without recourse.
* Itinerary subject to change

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