ALL-INCLUSIVE RAIL JOURNEY
4 DAYS – NEW ITINERARY IN 2027
One of the world’s revered trains, The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin is an experience like no other. Over four 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. In the Northern Territory, glimpse the culture and character of Alice Springs and Katherine before reaching your final destination of Darwin.
For a limited time, receive FREE* return flights when you book the Top End Explorer Holiday Package in 2027 – Book by 30 November.
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For a limited time, receive FREE* return flights when you book the Red Centre Holiday Package in 2027 – Book by 30 November.
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Book your rail journey at least 6 months in advance and save
Booking your dream rail journey in advance comes with a range of advantages. Not only will you benefit from our best-priced fares, you’ll also be more likely to secure your preferred departure date.
Please note advance purchase fares are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change. Further conditions apply, please visit our terms & conditions or visit the fares and timetable links below for additional information.
*Terms & conditions apply:
Top End Explorer & Red Centre Fly Free: Special Offer is valid for new bookings made between 1 October– 30 November 2026. Offer is available for travel on between 1 January – 31 December 2027, from Adelaide to Darwin or vice versa. Top End Explorer advertised price is per person based on the Fly Free 2027 fare in a Gold Twin cabin on 17 March and a Gold Premium Twin cabin on 10 April, Adelaide to Darwin. Red Centre advertised price is per person based on the Fly Free 2027 fare in a Gold Twin cabin on 17 March and a Gold Premium Twin cabin on 31 March, Darwin to Adelaide. Return economy airfares and taxes are valid up to the value of $375 AUD per person for the outbound air journey and $375 AUD per person for the inbound air journey. An air journey may comprise one or more flight sectors booked as part of the same itinerary. Any additional flight costs will be at an additional expense. Flight offer is available from major Australian capital cities including Sydney, Darwin, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Hobart and Canberra, and additionally available from Auckland in New Zealand. Flights are subject to airline availability. Flight tickets will not be issued until booking deposit has been received by Journey Beyond. Amendments to ticketed flights will incur airline related charges and a $50pp admin fee. Any cancellations of ticketed flights may be subject to third party fees and charges as per Airline terms and conditions. No flight credits will be given for tickets issued under this campaign. Advance Purchase fare type cancellation and payment terms apply. For full terms & conditions, please visit www.aussietrains.com.au/terms-conditions. Prices correct as at 1 October 2026.
Advance Purchase: Advertised save up to price is per couple based on the difference between the Advance Purchase fare and Everyday fare in a Gold Premium Twin cabin, in November 2026, from Darwin to Adelaide. Advance Purchase fares are subject to availability. Prices are subject to change. Further conditions apply. For full terms & conditions, please visit here. Prices correct as at 25 June 2025.
All special offers: Subject to availability. Block out dates may apply. Not available in conjunction with any other offers. Prices may vary. Credit card payment fees may apply. Further conditions apply. For full terms & conditions, please visit here.
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