Ride The Ghan AND The Indian Pacific on an epic Darwin-Sydney journey!
From Darwin to Adelaide to Sydney, you’ll experience three capital cities that are as different as the landscapes that connect them and everything in between. Starting your journey in Darwin, you’ll spend three nights travelling south on The Ghan Expedition, stopping for two nights in Adelaide before boarding the train again and travelling east on the Indian Pacific.
Highlights
- Cruise through ancient Nitmiluk Gorge in Katherine
- Explore the outback town of Alice Springs and the unusual underground town of Cooper Pedy
- Discover Adelaide at your own pace
- Experience the outback town of Broken Hill
- Travel through the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains to Sydney
DARWIN TO SYDNEY (7 nights)
Departs every Wednesday (Sep – Nov)
(The price below is for November 2026)
- Gold Single Cabin from $6,730 pp* solo traveller
- Gold Twin Cabin from $6,945 pp* twin share
- Gold Premium Twin Cabin from $8,355 pp* twin share
- Platinum Twin Cabin from $13,560 pp twin share *
*Please note that prices are subject to availability at the time of booking and may change without notice. Advance Purchase fares are only available until sold out.
Itinerary
DAY 1 – BOARD THE GHAN EXPEDITION IN DARWIN
Settle into The Ghan and enjoy lunch before choosing an Off Train Experience in Katherine, including a Nitmiluk Gorge cruise, Katherine Outback Experience, Cutta Cutta Caves or an optional helicopter flight. (B,L,D)
DAY 2 – THE GHAN EXPEDITION, ALICE SPRINGS
Arrive in Alice Springs and choose from a range of Off Train Experiences, including the Telegraph Station, Standley Chasm, Desert Park or Simpsons Gap. Optional scenic flights are available. In the evening, enjoy a memorable dinner under the stars at the Alice Springs Telegraph Station. (B,L,D)
DAY 3 – THE GHAN EXPEDITION, COOBER PEDY
Visit the unique underground town of Coober Pedy and enjoy a gourmet underground lunch. Choose from experiences including the Breakaways, town tour or Opal Experience, with an optional scenic flight over the Painted Hills and Lake Eyre. Return to The Ghan for dinner. (B,L,D)
DAY 4 – THE GHAN EXPEDITION, ADELAIDE
Enjoy a final brunch onboard as The Ghan travels through the Flinders Ranges into Adelaide. Transfer to your hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the city, Adelaide Central Market or local galleries. (B)
DAY 5 – ADELAIDE
Enjoy a free day to explore Adelaide at your leisure, with the option to visit the renowned wine region of McLaren Vale. (B)
DAY 6 – BOARD THE INDIAN PACIFIC IN ADELAIDE
Check out and enjoy some free time in Adelaide before transferring to Adelaide Parklands Terminal. Board the Indian Pacific, settle into your cabin and enjoy a welcome dinner as your journey begins. (B,D)
DAY 7 – INDIAN PACIFIC, BROKEN HILL
Wake in Broken Hill and enjoy breakfast before choosing an Off Train Experience exploring the city’s history, art and culture. Return onboard for lunch and enjoy the passing scenery before your final dinner and night on the Indian Pacific. (B,L,D)
DAY 8 – INDIAN PACIFIC, BLUE MOUNTAINS AND SYDNEY
Disembark the Indian Pacific after breakfast and explore the Blue Mountains. Choose between Scenic World’s mountain experiences or a guided walk before enjoying lunch at Echo Point. Continue by rail to Sydney Central Station, concluding your journey. (B,L)
*Please note that the itinerary is subject to change.
Highlights
- All meals and beverages included aboard both trains
- Welcome experience with refreshments, barista coffee and sparkling wine
- Breakfast daily included during your two nights in Adelaide
From Darwin to Adelaide to Sydney, you’ll experience three capital cities that are as different as the landscapes that connect them and everything in between. Starting your journey in Darwin, you’ll spend three nights travelling south on The Ghan Expedition, stopping for two nights in Adelaide before boarding the train again and travelling east on the Indian Pacific.
Highlights
- Cruise through ancient Nitmiluk Gorge in Katherine
- Explore the outback town of Alice Springs and the unusual underground town of Cooper Pedy
- Discover Adelaide at your own pace
- Experience the outback town of Broken Hill
- Travel through the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains to Sydney
Inclusions
- 3 nights aboard The Ghan Expedition, Darwin to Adelaide, including all meals, beverages, and Off Train Experiences in Katherine, Alice Springs, and Coober Pedy
- Transfer from Adelaide Parklands Terminal to hotel
- 2 nights’ accommodation in Adelaide, including breakfast daily
- Transfer from hotel to Adelaide Parklands Terminal
- 2 nights aboard the Indian Pacific, Adelaide to Sydney, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Broken Hill and the Blue Mountains
- 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Exclusions
- Travel insurance
- Airfares
FAQs
Accommodation used on this journey includes:
- 3 nights on The Ghan Expedition
- 2 nights at Crowne Plaza Adelaide
- 2 nights on Indian Pacific
Standard of dress onboard the train:
It is your holiday and we want you to be comfortable, so smart casual attire is recommended. Warm clothes are recommended for evenings onboard the train, as the air-conditioning can be cool. It is recommended that guests pack a hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes for off-train touring. Sensible shoes are advisable for walking between carriages.
Cabins onboard the train:
Single Gold Cabins – compact sleeper cabin featuring a bed that converts to a seat by day, private vanity, with shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage.
Twin Gold Cabins – comfortable sleeper cabin featuring upper and lower sleeping berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day. Private compact en suite featuring a shower and toilet.
Luggage Allowance:
Guests should bring an overnight bag to their cabin containing everything needed for the journey. Each guest travelling is entitled to checked in luggage, however checked in luggage cannot be accessed during the journey. In Gold Service, guests are allowed 2 bags x 30kg and guests travelling in Platinum Service are allowed 3 bags x 30kg.
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Journey Beyond Everyday Holiday Fare – a 25% deposit is due upon booking. Final payment is due 45 days prior to departure and will result in loss of deposit. 100% cancellation fees apply if cancelled 45 days or less than departure.
Journey Beyond Advance Saver Holiday Fare – This fare is a discounted fare made for bookings 6 months in advance and is subject to availability. Loss of deposit when cancelling more than 180 days prior to departure. 100% cancellation fees apply when cancelled less than 180 days prior to departure.
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