(EJ) Ghan Expedition and the Top End – 6 to 13 Sept 25

8 Days

Welcome to the Ghan Expedition, brought to you by Travel with Me! This once-in-a-lifetime experience will take you on an exciting journey through Australia’s outback. On this expedition, travellers will discover some of the continent’s most secluded and spectacular landscapes. You’ll explore diverse cultures, indulge in delicious cuisine, and experience unique wildlife encounters.

This epic eight-day adventure will take passengers from Darwin to Adelaide, with stops in Katherine, Alice Springs and Coober Pedy. Along the way, you will soak up stunning views of the Red Center and enjoy unique experiences in each destination.

The Travel with Me team has curated an exclusive itinerary for its Ghan Expedition guests – from guided tours and an overnight stay in Kakadu to a Darwin Harbour dinner cruise before boarding the Ghan for your 4 day adventure to Adelaide.. Passengers will also be treated to outstanding meals prepared by onboard chefs, offering authentic tastes of Australia’s finest produce.

The train trip takes passengers through the heart of Australia, from Darwin in the north to Adelaide in the south. Along this 3000km route, there are stops at Katherine, Alice Springs, and Coober Pedy where you can explore local attractions and sights as you go. With experienced guides onboard to explain various points of interest along the way and modern amenities such as Wi-Fi internet connection, it’s easy to see why so many people choose this spectacular overland journey each year.

  • Australia
  • 8
  • 6 Sept. to 13 Sept. 2025
  • Exclusive Journeys (EJ)

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Tour Summary

6 Sept to 13 Sept 2025 – Limited

Price from $7250 pp Twin Share
Price from $7350 Solo 

Back due to popular demand, an exclusive allocation on the Ghan Expedition, one of the world’s greatest Train Journeys, for September 2025. We were super excited when our group request was approved once again, for 2025. We are feeling extremely lucky these days.

This is most definitely a bucket list item that Aussies are now bringing forward due to the current traveling environment, so we expect this to book out quite quickly.

Our journey will start with a short stay in Darwin including a 2 day/1 night Kakadu Adventure before transferring to the rail passenger terminal and boarding the Ghan for the 4 day spectacular journey to Adelaide in Gold Service cabins. On arriving into Adelaide you will be transferred to the airport or  you may wish to take up our optional short stay in Adelaide, details to be confirmed. (Own arrangements to Darwin and from Adelaide, we can help with booking your flights)

Our departure in September 2025 will also include a spectacular sunset dinner cruise on Darwin Harbour and an overnight Kakadu Adventure.

Conditions

  • Tour start date 6 September 2025
  • Flights are not included in this package
  • A deposit of $500 is required within 7 days of booking.
  • Additional $800 required by 25 August 24 if booking twin cabin
  • Deposits are non refundable, cancellation and amendment fees do apply
  • Full payment is required by 5 July 2025
  • Prices are subject to change until paid in full
  • Price from $7250 p/person in twin, Gold Service cabin with private facilities and TWIN accommodation in Darwin.
  • Price from $7350 p/person in solo, Gold Service cabin and SOLO accommodation in Darwin.

Price from $7250 pp for Twin and from $7350 Solo

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Highlights

  • 2 Days Overnight Kakadu Adventure
  • Darwin Sunset Dinner Harbour Cruise
  • All inclusive dining/Australian Wines, beer, base spirits and non alcoholic beverages onboard the Ghan Expedition Journey
  • Explore the underground town of Coober Pedy
  • Fabulous excursions to choose from on your Ghan Expedition Journey

Itinerary

Arrive Darwin airport and take a group transfer to your hotel.
A welcome dinner tonight to meet the rest of the group and get the layout of the following week

Dinner

Breakfast in the hotel and then a free day to explore. Lots of options here as Darwin has plenty to offer. Ask your consultant for some ideas? 

Sunset Dinner on the Harbour tonight, transfers included

Breakfast, Dinner

An early start today as we are collected from our hotel and heading out for an overnight trip into Kakadu National Park.

Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre, then join award-winning cruise to experience the dramatic scenery of the Yellow Water Billabong with local guide.

Enjoy a cold lunch buffet at Cooinda Lodge Bistro.

After lunch, visit Nourlangie Rock Art site.

Arrive at hotel approx. 4 pm.

Staying at the Mercure Crocodile Hotel tonight
Included dinner at hotel tonight.

Lunch, Dinner

This morning, take the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise along the East Alligator River with an Aboriginal guide.

Visit Ubirr Rock Arts site, the World Heritage area of Ubirr, where you’ll explore extensive Aboriginal rock art galleries and climb to the lookout for stunning views over the floodplains, woodlands and dark ribbons of rainforest of the surrounding Nadab wetlands.

Included lunch at the Mercure Croc hotel.

Late arrival back to our hotel in Darwin

Breakfast, Lunch

Transfer this morning from our Hotel to Darwin Berrimah Terminal. Settle into our home for the next 3 nights and then meet for lunch in the dining room. Get ready for a trip of a lifetime!

OFF-TRAIN EXCURSION – KATHERINE.
ENJOY A LEISURELY CRUISE ON THE KATHERINE RIVER. ALTERNATIVELY, THERE IS AN OPTION TO GAIN AN INSIGHT INTO THE CULTURE AND WAYS OF THE TRADITIONAL OWNERS OF NITMILUK, THE JAWOYN PEOPLE, WITH AN EXCLUSIVE CULTURAL EXPERIENCE.

CHOOSE TO UPGRADE YOUR EXCURSION, WITH A HELICOPTER FLIGHT, OR A SCENIC FLIGHT OVER KAKADU AND NITMILUK NATIONAL PARKS.

We are back on board for drinks in the bar followed by a fully inclusive 3 course amazing dinner

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A few excursions to choose from today. Everyone will make their choice and then we will all meet up for dinner under the stars, one of the many highlights of this fabulous journey.

OFF TRAIN EXCURSION – ALICE SPRINGS
A FULL DAY IN AUSTRALIA’S MOST FAMOUS OUTBACK TOWN GIVES YOU THE OPPORTUNITY TO VISIT THE LOCAL LANDMARKS, GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH AUSTRALIA’S FLORA AND FAUNA, OR VENTURE FURTHER INTO THE SPECTACULAR MACDONNELL RANGES.

CHOOSE TO UPGRADE YOUR EXCURSION WITH A HELICOPTER RIDE OVER THE BEAUTIFUL MACDONNELL RANGES OR THE ULTIMATE IN OUTBACK EXPERIENCES, A SCENIC FLIGHT OVER ULURU AND KATA TJUTA. FINISH YOUR EVENING UNDER A CANOPY OF STARS AT THE OUTBACK BUSH BARBEQUE.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Get ready for a fabulous day exploring Coober Pedy, a few surprises along the way and of course, an opportunity to buy an opal or 3!

We will meet back on board in the bar for pre dinner drinks before another amazing 3 course dinner in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant. Fully inclusive of all drinks.

OFF TRAIN EXCURSION – COOBER PEDY
ENJOY A FULL DAY IN COOBER PEDY, THE SUN-SCORCHED OPAL MINING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD WHERE MORE THAN HALF OF THE RESIDENTS LIVE UNDERGROUND. EXPLORE THE COLOURFUL CHARACTERS AND MINING HISTORY.

ENJOY LUNCH IN A UNIQUE UNDERGROUND LOCATION, AND WITNESS THE STUNNING OUTBACK MOONSCAPE THAT IS THE BREAKAWAYS.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Our last breakfast on board this morning. We are due into Adelaide around 11am and transfers have been booked to the airport and to the hotels booked by Travel with Me

10.50 AM ARRIVE IN ADELAIDE

 

Breakfast

Cost includes

  • Fully escorted by Travel with Me
  • 3 nights accommodation in Darwin inc 2 x Breakfast.
  • Welcome Dinner in Darwin
  • Sunset Dinner Cruise on Darwin Harbour inc transfers
  • Two Day/ One Night Kakadu Tour inc meals (1 x breakfast/2 x lunch/1 x Dinner)
  • Transfer to train station
  • 3 nights on board the Ghan in Gold Service Solo cabin (private sleeper with wash basin) OR
  • 3 nights on board the Ghan in Gold Service Twin Cabin (ensuite bathroom – Bunk Bed style)
  • All-inclusive dining on the Ghan in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
  • All-inclusive Australian wines, beer, base spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages
  • All-inclusive Off Train Excursions
  • Airport transfers included in Darwin with the group on 2 September.
  • Airport or city transfers included in Adelaide

FAQs

What is the fitness level required?

FITNESS LEVEL: A GOOD LEVEL OF FITNESS IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOURNEY. THE OFF-TRAIN EXCURSIONS REQUIRE BEING ABLE TO BALANCE AND WALK OVER UNEVEN SURFACES AND ALSO WALK UP AND DOWN STEEP INCLINES. TOURS ALSO INVOLVE BEING UNDERGROUND.

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(EJ) Ghan Expedition and the Top End – 6 to 13 Sept 25