Gold Service inclusions:

• For Gold Twin, a comfortable sleeper cabin featuring private en suite and upper and lower berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day
• For Gold Single, a compact sleeper cabin featuring a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage
• Power outlets in cabin
• In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary available
• All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
• All-inclusive Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
• All-inclusive Off Train Experiences
• Luggage allowance is 60kg per guest
• Complimentary Shuttle bus transfers available in Darwin to selected hotels in the city centre
  

Gold Premium Twin inclusions: 

• A newly designed, contemporary cabin that converts from a lounge by day into sleeping berths at night
• Premium amenities, luxuriously soft linen and silk eye masks
• Exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Gold Premium Dining carriage
• Two-course, regionally inspired lunches and four-course dinners
• All-inclusive premium Australian wines, beers, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
• All-inclusive Off Train Experiences and preferences on tour selections
• 75kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 25 kg each)
• Priority luggage check-in
• Power outlets in cabin
• In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
• Complimentary shuttle bus transfers available in Darwin and Brisbane to selected hotels in the city centre

Platinum Service inclusions:

• All-inclusive dining, beverages, and Off Train Experiences
• Spacious double or twin cabin almost twice the size of a Gold Service Twin cabin
• By day, cabins are set up lounge-style with a moveable table and two ottomans
• By night, lounges are converted to double or twin beds
• En suite equipped with separate shower, vanity with cupboard space, toilet and Australian bathroom amenities
• Power outlets and in-cabin safe
• In-cabin music channels and journey audio commentary
• Panoramic windows offering views from both sides of the train
• Access to the exclusive Platinum Club for dining and socialising
• Freshly prepared continental breakfasts served upon request in-cabin
• Refreshments served in-cabin
• Transfers at the start and end of your journey available for guests within 60 km of the terminal
• 90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest (3 x 30 kg each)

Day 1: Board The Ghan in Adelaide 

Board The Ghan in Adelaide and settle in for a remarkable showcase of inland Australia. As the train eases out of the city and towards the Flinders Ranges, the landscape transforms from fertile pastoral land to the striking, arid beauty of the outback – each scene more captivating than the last.

Lunch on board marks the beginning of your culinary journey, the first of many gourmet meals prepared by onboard chefs and inspired by seasonal produce from across the country. The afternoon is yours to relax into the rhythm of rail life, whether that’s unwinding in your cabin or mingling with fellow travellers in the lounge. As evening arrives, sit down to another exceptional meal, paired with Australian wines, craft beers, or a selection of non-alcoholic choices, as the desert skies darken outside your window.

Meals: Lunch & dinner

Day 2: The Ghan, Marla & Alice Springs

After your first 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. Here, a variety of Off Train Experiences awaits. Choose an off-road e-bike adventure across ochre-coloured earth, explore the town’s key landmarks on the A Town Called Alice tour, or embrace a cultural experience at Standley Chasm. Nature lovers can meet the wildlife at the Desert Park or marvel at the striking beauty of Simpsons Gap. For a bird’s-eye view, upgrade to a scenic helicopter flight and witness the sheer scale of this remarkable region.

Return to the train in the late afternoon, with time to refresh before dinner is served and another unforgettable evening begins.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 3: The Ghan, Katherine & Darwin

Your final day begins in the tropical north, where the landscape gives way to rocky escarpments and fast-flowing canyon streams. Here, you’ll experience one of the Top End’s greatest natural wonders on a cruise through the majestic Nitmiluk Gorge. As you glide along the water, your guide will share the cultural significance of this place to the Jawoyn people, weaving in stories that highlight their deep spiritual connection to the land.

Alternatively, step into the lives of those who call the outback home at the Katherine Outback Experience, or venture underground to explore the limestone chambers of the Cutta Cutta Caves, rich in native wildlife, Indigenous culture and European history. For a different perspective, upgrade to a helicopter flight and witness the scale and grandeur of Nitmiluk from above.

After your day’s adventures, return to the train and journey onwards to Darwin, where your unforgettable journey of exploring Australia by train draws to a close.

Meals: Breakfast & lunch

2026 Fares and Timetable

Departs Adelaide on Sundays (March - November 2026) and Wednesdays (April - October 2026)
Arrives in Darwin on Tuesdays (March - November 2026) and Fridays (April - October 2026)

Prices are based on travel in March & November 2026. 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.

RAC Member Fare: The RAC Member Fare is based on the Everyday Fare. The same terms and conditions apply but as a RAC member you save 5% off the Everyday Fare.

Flexible Fare: For Flexible Rail Journeys, full payment will be required at the time of booking, however the fare is fully refundable if cancelled 1 or more days prior to departure.

For detailed terms and conditions please enquire.

Day 1: Board The Ghan in Adelaide 

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, you’ll arrive at Long Plains, where you’ll step off the train and transfer to a celebrated South Australian wine region. Here, a special dinner experience awaits, showcasing the region’s exceptional produce and fine wines. As the sun sets over the vineyards, 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 towards north.

Meals: Dinner 

Day 2: The Ghan & Flinders Ranges 

Wake to the changing landscapes of South Australia 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 this ancient landscape, where rugged ranges, dramatic gorges and red rock outcrops tell stories millions of years in the making. From sweeping lookouts to encounters with native wildlife, the Flinders Ranges offers a striking introduction to the outback.

After a day of exploration, rejoin the train for a relaxed evening on board recalling the days adventures.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 3: The Ghan, Marla & Alice Springs

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. Here, a variety of Off Train Experiences awaits. Choose an off-road e-bike adventure across ochre-coloured earth, explore the town’s key landmarks on the A Town Called Alice tour, or embrace a cultural experience at Standley Chasm. Nature lovers can meet the wildlife at the Desert Park or marvel at the striking beauty of Simpsons Gap. For a bird’s-eye view, upgrade to a scenic helicopter flight and witness the sheer scale of this remarkable region.

Return to the train in the late afternoon, with time to refresh before dinner is served and another unforgettable evening begins.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 4: The Ghan, Katherine & Darwin

Your final day begins in the tropical north, where the landscape gives way to rocky escarpments and fast-flowing canyon streams. Here, you’ll experience one of the Top End’s greatest natural wonders on a cruise through the majestic Nitmiluk Gorge. As you glide along the water, your guide will share the cultural significance of this place to the Jawoyn people, weaving in stories that highlight their deep spiritual connection to the land.

Alternatively, step into the lives of those who call the outback home at the Katherine Outback Experience, or venture underground to explore the limestone chambers of the Cutta Cutta Caves, rich in native wildlife, Indigenous culture and European history. For a different perspective, upgrade to a helicopter flight and witness the scale and grandeur of Nitmiluk from above.

After your day’s adventures, return to the train and journey onwards to Darwin, where your unforgettable journey of exploring Australia by train draws to a close.

Meals: Breakfast & lunch

2027 Fares and Timetable

Departs Adelaide on Saturdays (March - November 2027) and Tuesdays (April - October 2027)
Arrives in Darwin on Tuesdays (April - October 2027)

Prices are based on travel in March & November 2027. 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.

RAC Member Fare: The RAC Member Fare is based on the Everyday Fare. The same terms and conditions apply but as a RAC member you save 5% off the Everyday Fare.

Flexible Fare: For Flexible Rail Journeys, full payment will be required at the time of booking, however the fare is fully refundable if cancelled 1 or more days prior to departure.

For detailed terms and conditions please enquire.

*All prices shown are starting prices, capacity controlled and subject to availability and change at any time. Prices are correct as at 04 December 2025. Advertised price is per person based on Advance Purchase in a Gold Twin Cabin for travel in March & November 2026. Other travel dates available at seasonal surcharge. For Advance Purchase Fare full payment is required at time of booking. 100% cancellation fees apply 14 days after booking.

^RAC member discount applies only to Gold Twin and Gold Single Cabins as well as Gold Premium Twin Cabins booked on Everyday Fare only and is not combinable with any other discount. For the Everyday Fare a non-refundable 25% deposit is required at time of booking, balance due 45 days prior departure. 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 terms and conditions.