Top End Explorer
with Journey Beyond & Outback Spirit
- 2 nights aboard The Ghan from including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences
- Intimate small group touring in Kakadu, East Alligator River and Litchfield with Outback Spirit Tours
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 5 dinners included
Connect with culture and country by combining two iconic national parks with one legendary rail journey. You’ll experience Australian wildlife in their natural habitat and visit incredible remote landscapes as you explore Australia by train on The Ghan, before continuing on to Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks for deeper exploration of the Top End’s diverse natural habitats.
Highlights
- Explore the outback town of Alice Springs
- Cruise through ancient Nitmiluk Gorge in Katherine
- Cruise on the Mary River spotting wildlife, including saltwater crocodiles and an abundance of birdlife
- Visit the Ubirr art site within Kakadu National Park, home to some of the world’s most outstanding rock art
- Swim in a waterfall at Litchfield National Park
- Take in the sparkling waters of Darwin Harbour over a delicious dinner of local seafood and produce
Inclusions
- 2 nights aboard The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs and Katherine
- Transfer from Darwin Rail Terminal to hotel
- 1 nights’ accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast
- 2 nights of intimate small-group Kakadu, East Alligator River and Litchfield touring with Outback Spirit, travelling on board state-of-the-art
- 4WD Mercedes Benz vehicle, including accommodation, guided touring and meals
- 2 nights’ accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast daily
- Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
For a detailed itinerary, please contact your local RAC travel consultant or call 1300 655 179.
Day 1: Board The Ghan in Adelaide
Day 2: The Ghan, Alice Springs
Day 3: The Ghan, Katherine and Darwin
Day 4: Darwin to Kakadu National Park
Day 5: Kakadu National Park
Day 6: Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park, Darwin
Day 7: Darwin, Darwin Harbour Dinner Cruise
Day 8: Farewell
| Cabin | Fare Type | Price per person |
| Gold Twin | Advance Purchase | $5305 |
| Gold Twin | Everyday Holiday | $5695 |
| Gold Sindle | Advance Purchase | $5980 |
| Gold Single | Everyday Holiday | $6325 |
Prices are based on travel in March to April and September to October 2025. Please enquire with your local RAC Travel Centre for other travel dates and cabin types.
Advance Purchase: Are you booking at least 6 months in advance? Please enquire about the Advance Purchase Fare to get the lowest price! For Advance Purchase Rail Journeys, full payment will be required at the time of booking and a stricter cancellation and amendment policy applies.
Everyday Fare: For Everyday Rail Journeys, you may pay in two parts, a deposit at time of booking and the balance no later than 45 days prior to departure. Everyday Fares are generally a bit more expensive than Advance Purchase Fares but offer more flexible cancellation and amendment policy.
| Cabin | Fare Type | Price per person |
| Gold Twin | Advance Purchase | From $5265 |
| Gold Twin | Member Fare | From $5605 |
| Gold Twin | Everyday Holiday | From $5755 |
| Gold Sindle | Advance Purchase | From $6055 |
| Gold Single | Member Fare | From $6315 |
| Gold Single | Everyday Holiday | From $6445 |
Prices based on travel in March 2026. Please enquire with your local RAC Travel Centre for other travel dates and cabin types.
Prices are subject to availably and change without notice.
Advance Purchase: Are you booking at least 6 months in advance? Please enquire about the Advance Purchase Fare to get the lowest price! For Advance Purchase Rail Journeys, full payment will be required at the time of booking and a stricter cancellation and amendment policy applies.
Everyday Fare: For Everyday Rail Journeys, you may pay in two parts, a deposit at time of booking and the balance no later than 45 days prior to departure. Everyday Fares are generally a bit more expensive than Advance Purchase Fares but offer more flexible cancellation and amendment policy.
*All prices shown are starting prices, capacity controlled and subject to availability and change at any time. Advertised price based on Gold Twin Cabin booked on Advance Purchase fare for departures in March 2026. Other departure dates available at seasonal surcharge. Prices are correct as at 04 July 2025 and are subject to change at any time. For Advance Purchase Fare full payment is required at time of booking.100% cancellation fees apply 14 days after booking. Advance Purchase Fares are subject to availability and must be booked at least 6 months prior to travel. Timetables and Off Train Experiences are subject to change without notice. Standard Journey Beyond terms and conditions apply. Credit card fees may apply to your booking. Other terms and conditions apply, for full terms and conditions please visit RAC Travel.
General RAC Travel terms and conditions apply.
