Adelaide to Alice Springs 2027
Adelaide to Alice Springs
Two night’s and three days. Roll from the deep green pastures of the south into rich red outback splendour.
Highlights and Inclusions
- 4 days / 3 nights aboard The Ghan, travelling from Adelaide to Darwin
- All-inclusive meals, fine wines, and beverages
- A regionally inspired menu paired with a selection of local wines
- Immersive Off Train Experiences in the Clare Valley, Flinders Ranges, Marla, Alice Springs, and Katherine
- Visit Penobscot Farm for a signature dining experience in the Clare Valley
- Discover the Southern Flinders Ranges, where quaint country towns meet rugged peaks, unveiling the rich history of outback South Australia
- Explore Alice Springs, a legendary outback town rich in Aboriginal culture, pioneering history and vibrant local character
- Cruise the Nitmiluk Gorge or learn more about Katherine’s ancient Indigenous rock paintings
| CABIN | FARE TYPE | Mar & Nov | Apr & Sep - Oct | May - Aug |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platinum Twin Cabin | Everyday | $4,990 | $5,890 | $6,290 |
| Platinum Twin Cabin | Flexible | $5,690 | $6,590 | $7,090 |
| Gold Premium Twin Cabin | Advance Purchase | $3,690 | $4,390 | $4,690 |
| Gold Premium Twin Cabin | Everyday | $4,290 | $4,990 | $5,390 |
| Gold Premium Twin Cabin | Flexible | $4,790 | $5,690 | $6,190 |
| Gold Twin Cabin | Advance Purchase | $2,990 | $3,590 | $3,890 |
| Gold Twin Cabin | Everyday | $3,390 | $4,190 | $4,490 |
| Gold Twin Cabin | Flexible | $4,090 | $4,690 | $4,990 |
| Gold Single Cabin | Advance Purchase | $2,390 | $2,890 | $2,990 |
| Gold Single Cabin | Everyday | $2,790 | $3,290 | $3,490 |
| Gold Single Cabin | Flexible | $3,090 | $3,990 | $3,990 |
Your journey on The Ghan begins in Adelaide 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, the train arrives at Long Plains, where you step off and transfer into the rolling vineyards of the Clare Valley – one of South Australia’s most celebrated wine regions. At Penobscot Farm, a signature dinner awaits in the reimagined Woolshed, curated exclusively for guests of The Ghan. Every dish is drawn from the farm’s own biodynamic produce, paired with Clare Valley’s celebrated Rieslings and reds under the guidance of Executive Chef Nicola Palmer. As the sun sets over the vines, 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 north. (D)
Wake to the changing countryside 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 one of the oldest mountain ranges on Earth, where 600 million years of geological history has folded the land into dramatic gorges and red rock outcrops. Stand amid ancient rock formations and take in a landscape millions of years in the making.
From here, head to the historic town of Quorn, once a vital crossroads on the Trans-Australian Railway and now home to the heritage Pichi Richi line. Settle in for lunch paired with the botanicals of Flinders Gin, distilled from the landscape around you. Visit the ruins of Kanyaka Station and hear stories of the ruined dreams of colonial farmers in this harsh and unrelenting landscape — a striking introduction to the outback.
After a day of exploration, rejoin the train for a relaxed evening on board recalling the day’s adventures. (B,L,D)
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. (B,L)