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A transcontinental adventure offering unsurpassed views travelling North to South over 3 unforgettable days. Boarding The Ghan in Adelaide or Darwin, experience one of the most fascinating great train journeys of the world. (Connections are available on the Indian Pacific for guests travelling to or from Sydney). Enjoy 2 nights aboard this great train in either direction.
Marvel at the spectacular Australian landscapes from fertile countryside surrounding Adelaide to the rusty hues of the Red Centre, onto the tropical splendour of the Top End. The Ghan is the ultimate journey through the heart of the continent.
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Journey times:
Adelaide to Darwin - 53 Hours
Adelaide to Alice Springs - 28 hours
Alice Springs to Darwin - 24 hours
Operates in both directions
From Adelaide:
Sunday Departures: Year Round
Wednesday Departures: 06 Jun 12 - 29 Aug 2012
Depart Adelaide: Sun 12.20pm / Wed 12.20
Arrive Alice Springs: Mon 1.45pm / Thu 1.45pm
Depart Alice Springs: Mon 6.00pm / Thu 6.00pm
Arrive Darwin: Tue 5.30pm / Fri 6.30pm
From Darwin:
Wednesday Departures: Year Round
Saturday Departures: 06 Jun 12 - 01 Sep 12
Depart Darwin: Wed 10.00am / Sat 09.00am
Arrive Alice Springs: Thu 9.10am / Sun 11.15am
Depart Alice Springs: Thu 12.45pm / Sun 3.15pm
Arrive Adelaide: Fri 12.30pm / Mon 12.30pm
Please Note: All times are local and subject to change without prior notice.
DEPARTURE INFORMATION
Departures are once per fortnight from Dec 12 - Jan 13. Platinum service only available on the year-round service All times are local, were correct at time of publishing and are subject to change without notice
Gold Service
Gold Sleeper Class consists of superior, well appointed overnight sleeper accommodation, with elegant twin and single cabins. Twin cabins have 3 lounge seats lounge which convert to upper and lower berths with ensuite facilities and toilet, washbasin and shower. Single Cabins feature a lounge chair converting to single sleeping berth with shower and toilet facilities located at the end of each carriage.
Cabins are fully serviced by attendants with fresh sheets, pillows and duvets. Facilities include wardrobe, full length mirror, reading light and a foldaway table. Meals are served in the elegant Restaurant Car and included in the fare. The cosy Gold Lounge, is the ideal place to socialise or sit back and relax with a drink either before dinner or for a nightcap.
Platinum Service
Platinum Cabins are approximately twice the size of the standard Gold Twin Cabins with each room offering deluxe accommodation featuring double beds, a spacious ensuite and 24 hour room service. The amenities include all the modern comforts, and the decor is rich in distinctly Australian character. Platinum Service has been designed to meet the needs of the discerning traveller looking for that next level of comfort that will truly be the ultimate way to travel in style by train through the heart of Australia.
Platinum Service passengers will also be able to utilise the Gold Lounge, Restaurant & Bar. Your cabin is a private lounge during the day with a moveable table and plenty of space to entertain or relax. By night your cabin converts to your choice of comfortable double or twin beds. All ensuite bathrooms have full size shower and toilet facilities.
Cost Per Person
| Gold Sleeper with Meals | Twin | Single | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide - Alice Springs | £757 | £1231 | |
| Alice Springs - Darwin | £757 | £1231 | |
| Adelaide - Darwin | £1465 | £2114 |
| Platinum Sleeper with Meals | Twin | Single | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide - Alice Springs | £1460 | £2561 | |
| Alice Springs - Darwin | £1460 | £2561 | |
| Adelaide - Darwin | £2210 | £3844 |