Adelaide to Alice Springs 2027
Adelaide to Alice Springs
One of the world’s revered trains, The Ghan from Adelaide to Alice Springs offers a taste of this legendary Australian rail journey. Over three incredible days, wind your way north and discover the true awe and breadth of the Australian outback. Blazing red deserts, verdant landscapes and a kaleidoscope for all the senses, you’ll witness some of the most remote and captivating corners of this country. Operating March through November, begin with a signature dining experience in the Clare Valley wine region before travelling through the Southern Flinders Ranges and Marla in South Australia, before continuing north towards your final destination of Alice Springs, in the heart of Central Australia.
Highlights and Inclusions
- 3 days / 2 nights aboard The Ghan, travelling from Adelaide to Alice Springs
- 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 and Marla
- Enjoy a signature dining experience in the Clare Valley, sampling the flavours of rich local produce and wines
- Discover the Southern Flinders Ranges, where quaint country towns meet rugged peaks, unveiling the rich history of outback South Australia
| 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 begins in Adelaide with a welcome experience before you step aboard The Ghan and settle into the rhythm of life on the rails. Watch the countryside roll past from the comforts of your cabin, or mingle with fellow travellers in the lounge carriage as the train makes its way north.
By early evening, arrive at Long Plains before continuing by coach into the rolling vineyards of the Clare Valley, one of South Australia’s most celebrated wine regions. Here, a signature dinner awaits in a reimagined Woolshed, set amongst the picturesque surrounds. With a menu of seasonal produce grown and curated exclusively for guests of The Ghan, every dish is drawn from the farm and paired with the 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. (D)
This morning, wake to the changing countryside as The Ghan arrives into Port Augusta, South Australia’s gateway to the outback. After a hearty 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 home to the heritage Pichi Richi line. Settle in for a delicious lunch paired with the botanicals of Flinders Gin, then visit the ruins of Kanyaka Station to hear stories of the broken dreams of colonial farmers in this harsh and unrelenting landscape. Rejoin the train for a relaxed dinner on board recalling the day’s adventures. (B, L, D)
After a night of fine dining and 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 journey continues north and the desert landscape unfolds, arriving in Alice Springs where your journey travelling Australia by train concludes. (B, L)