Holiday Overview
Travel across Australia on this comprehensive tour of Australia. Start off in Perth, visiting the cute Quokkas on Rottnest Island, and the desert scape scenery of the Pinnacles. Fly onto Adelaide to board the mighty Ghan Train for an overnight journey to the Red Centre, transfer by road to Uluru and fly onto Queensland, visiting the famous Reef and Rainforest, end your journey in Sydney, with its iconic harbour.
Australia Highlights with The Ghan includes:
- Flights
- 4 nights Perth Accommodation
- 2 nights Adeliade accommodation
- The Ghan Train - Adelaide to Alice Springs
- 2 nights Alice Springs Accommodation
- 2 nights Uluru Accommodation
- 4 nights Port Douglas accommodation
- 4 nights Sydney accommodation
- Transfers and Sightseeing tours as listed
Day 1 - Perth
Arrive in Perth and transfer to your hotel, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
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Pan Pacific Perth
Day 2 - Perth
A day at leisure to acclimatise, speak to your consultant with regard to suggestions for excursions or ideas on things to do.
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Pan Pacific Perth
Day 3 - Rottnest
Take a full day tour to nearby Rottnest Island, famed for it's cute Quokka population
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Pan Pacific Perth
Day 4 - The Pinnacles
Enjoy a full day tour to the Pinnacles, other places visited include Yanchep and the Swan Valley
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Pan Pacific Perth
Day 5 - Adelaide
Catch a domestic flight to Adeliade, the capital of South Australia
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Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury
Day 6 - the Ghan to Alice Springs
Transfer to the station and board the Ghan, heading to Alice Springs, via the Flinders Ranges and dusty Outback
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The Ghan
Day 7 - the Ghan to Alice
Enjoy a second day on the Ghan Train, before arriving at Alice Springs, transfer to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure
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Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters
Day 8 - Alice Springs
Take a half day city tour to discover Alice Springs, stops include the Telegraph Station, Flying Doctor Service and Reptile Centre
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Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters
Day 9 - Uluru
Take the Red Centre Connector from Allice Springs to Uluru. Check into your hotel and in the evening enjoy a a sunset dinner
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Sails in the Desert
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Longitude 131°
Day 10 - Uluru
This morning take a tour to the nearby Kata Tjuta Domes
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Sails in the Desert
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Longitude 131°
Day 11 - Port Douglas
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairns, on arrival in Cairns transfer onward to Port Douglas, a charming beachside town.
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Meridian Port Douglas
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Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Day 12 - The Great Barrier Reef
Take a full day tour with Quicksilver to the Great Barrier Reef.
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Meridian Port Douglas
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Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Day 13 - Port Douglas
Spend a day at leisure in Port Douglas, wander around the boutique shops on Macrossan Street, relax on the beach and enjoy local produce from some of the many independent cafes
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Meridian Port Douglas
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Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Day 14 - Daintree Rainforest
Enjoy a full day tour to the Daintree Rainforest, highlights include Mossman Gorge, Cape Tribulation and Alexandra Lookout
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Meridian Port Douglas
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Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Day 15 - Sydney
Transfer back to Cairns Airport for the domestic flight to Sydney, check into your Sydney hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
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Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Spicers Potts Point Hotel
Day 16 - Sydney
Take a lunch cruise around Sydney Harbour, to get the best views of the famous Opera House and Bridge.
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Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Spicers Potts Point Hotel
Day 17 - Sydney
A day of leisure in Sydney, perhaps go to Bondi beach, or the northern suburb of Manly, or maybe wander around Darling Harbour and the Rocks.
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Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Spicers Potts Point Hotel
Day 18 - Blue Mountains
Take a full day tour to the nearby Blue Mountains, spotting wildlife on the way.
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Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Spicers Potts Point Hotel
Day 19 - Homeward Bound
Depart Sydney for your homeward flight, speak to your consultant with regard to stopover opportuities.
Pan Pacific Perth
Whether you travel for business or leisure, you will find refreshing comfort in the heart of Perth's CBD at Pan Pacific Perth. Experience the best of Western Australia, at one of the finest Perth hotels with a host of retail, dining and entertainment options all within easy reach for your convenience.
Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury Holidays
Timelessly elegant, the Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury, is conveniently located in the heart of Adelaide’s vibrant CBD. Overlooking Victoria Square, the beautifully restored UNESCO recognised renovation is reflective of Adelaide’s architectural beauty. Opposite the Town hall and GPO, the former treasury building is minutes away from Adelaide’s Central Market and Rundle Mall.
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters Holidays
Nestled at the foot of the majestic MacDonnell Ranges in Alice Springs, the 4.5-star Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters offers rooms with a balcony or patio. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a heated pool, a spa bath and a 24-hour health and fitness centre.
Sails in the Desert, Uluru (Ayers Rock) Holidays
Perfectly positioned to make the most of the Australian outback, Sails in the Desert is just a 5-minute walk from the Uluru (Ayers Rock) lookout and is a great spot to take in the desert sunrise or sunset. The property boasts an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court and a relaxing day spa.
Longitude 131°, Uluru Holidays
Nestled atop rust-red dunes, Longitude 131° overlooks Australia’s best-known natural icon, Uluru.
Meridian, Port Douglas Holidays
Meridian Port Douglas is a contemporary boutique resort that offers 33 luxury 4 star apartments for couples in a selection of self catered Studios and One Bedroom Apartments. Meridian is ideal for couples requiring a peaceful and relaxing getaway and is suitable only for mature guests over 16 years of age.
Thala Beach Nature Reserve, Port Douglas Holidays
Thala Beach Nature Reserve is a deluxe family-owned eco and wildlife retreat containing 58 hectares of native forest adjacent to secluded Oak Beach. Thala has proudly achieved the highest accreditation of eco-certification through sustainable practices and environmental sensitivity. Boutique timber bungalows are built high on stilts within the forest canopy providing a private and unobtrusive approach to nature.
PARKROYAL Darling Hotel, Sydney Holidays
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour offers views of Darling Harbour and the city skyline and features a restaurant, a fully equipped fitness centre and free cable TV. It is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District) just a 5 minutes’ walk to Chinatown and Town Hall Station
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Rottnest
The Ghan
Sydney
Great Barrier Reef
Uluru
Perth
Sydney
Great Barrier Reef
Port Douglas
Blue Mountains
The Pinnacles
Alice Springs
Alternative Holidays That May Interest You
Below you will find a small selection of 2026, 2027 holidays that may interest you. Remember, we tailor-make each holiday to your exact needs, so please call us on 0800 270 0009 and let one of our Holiday experts design the perfect trip for you
North, South, East & West featuring the Ghan Train
- Sydney
- Adelaide
- Alice Springs
- Darwin
- Perth
- Travel on the incredible Ghan Train
- Enjoy Vibrant Sydney
- Vist the beautiful Blue Mountains
- Enjoy time in sun kissed Perth
- Receive a free case of wine
- Save an extra £300 per booking when you book before 28 February
12 Nights from £5840pp
Coast to Coast on the Indian Pacific
- Perth
- Adelaide
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Travel on the incredible Indian Pacific Train
- Cruise Sydney's awe inspiring harbour
- Enjoy time in sun kissed Perth
- Take a walking tour to discover Melbourne
- Receive a free case of wine
- Save an extra £300 per booking when you book before 28 February
14 Nights from £6170pp
Australia By Rail
- Cairns
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Adelaide
- Alice Springs
- Darwin
- Travel On The Ghan Train
- Cruise on Sydney Harbour
- Receive a free case of wine
- See the Great Barier Reef
- Watch the Iconic Penguin Parade
- Save an extra £300 per booking when you book before 28 February
16 Nights from £5995pp
Australia Highlights with The Ghan
- Perth
- Alice Springs
- Adelaide
- Uluru (Ayers Rock)
- Port Douglas
- Sydney
- Receive a free case of wine
- Travel through the outback on The Ghan
- See the Great Barrier Reef
- Cruise on Sydney Harbour
- Marvel at Uluru
- Save an extra £300 per booking when you book before 28 February
19 Nights from £6450pp
Indian Pacific with Great Ocean Road and Sydney
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Apollo Bay
- Port Fairy
- Kangaroo Island
- Barossa Valley
- Adelaide
- Perth
- Drive along one of the worlds most scenic drives - The Great Ocean Road
- Travel on the spectacular Indian Pacific from Adelaide to Perth
- Cruise Sydney Harbour
- Taste some of Australia's best wines in the Barossa Valley
- Receive a free case of wine
- Save an extra £300 per booking when you book before 28 February
22 Nights from £6760pp
Australia's Outback and Oceans
- Melbourne
- Sydney
- Uluru (Ayers Rock)
- Alice Springs
- Darwin
- Travel onboard the spectaular Ghan train
- Receive a free case of wine
- Save an extra £300 per booking when you book before 28 February
16 Nights from £7000pp
