Australia Highlights with The Ghan

Day 1 - Perth

Arrive in Perth and transfer to your hotel, spend the rest of the day at leisure.

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.

Day 3 - Rottnest Island

Take a full day tour to nearby Rottnest Island, famed for it's cute Quokka population.

Day 4 - The Pinnacles

Enjoy a full day tour to the Pinnacles, other places visited include Yanchep and the Swan Valley.

Day 5 - Perth to Adelaide

Catch a domestic flight to Adelaide, the capital of South Australia.

Day 6 - The Ghan - Adelaide - Clare Valley

Your journey begins in Adelaide with a welcome experience before you step aboard The Ghan and settle into the rhythm of life on the rails. Watch the countryside roll past from the comforts of your cabin, or mingle with fellow travellers in the lounge carriage as the train makes its way north.

By early evening, arrive at Long Plains before continuing by coach into the rolling vineyards of the Clare Valley, one of South Australia’s most celebrated wine regions. Here, a signature dinner awaits in a reimagined Woolshed, set amongst the picturesque surrounds. With a menu of seasonal produce grown and curated exclusively for guests of The Ghan, every dish is drawn from the farm and paired with the Clare Valley’s celebrated Rieslings and reds under the guidance of Executive Chef Nicola Palmer. As the sun sets over the vines, raise a glass to the days of discovery ahead. (D)

Day 7 - - The Ghan - Flinders Ranges

This morning, wake to the changing countryside as The Ghan arrives into Port Augusta, South Australia’s gateway to the outback. After a hearty breakfast, step off the train and prepare for a full day discovering one of the nation’s most remarkable regions: the Flinders Ranges.

Your Off Train Experience takes you deep into one of the oldest mountain ranges on Earth, where 600 million years of geological history has folded the land into dramatic gorges and red rock outcrops. Stand amid ancient rock formations and take in a landscape millions of years in the making.

From here, head to the historic town of Quorn, once a vital crossroads on the Trans-Australian Railway and home to the heritage Pichi Richi line. Settle in for a delicious lunch paired with the botanicals of Flinders Gin, then visit the ruins of Kanyaka Station to hear stories of the broken dreams of colonial farmers in this harsh and unrelenting landscape.  Rejoin the train for a relaxed dinner on board recalling the day’s adventures. (B, L, D)

Day 8 - The Ghan Arrive Alice Springs

Enjoy a second day on the Ghan Train, before arriving at Alice Springs, transfer to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure.

Day 9 - Alice Springs

Take a half day city tour to discover Alice Springs, stops include the Telegraph Station, Flying Doctor Service and Reptile Centre

Day 10 - Uluru

Take the Red Centre Connector from Allice Springs to Uluru. Check into your hotel and in the evening enjoy a a sunset dinner.

Day 11 - Uluru

This morning take a tour to the nearby Kata Tjuta Domes.

Day 12 - Port Douglas

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairns, on arrival in Cairns transfer onward to Port Douglas, a charming beachside town.

Day 13 - The Great Barrier Reef

Take a full day tour with Quicksilver to the Great Barrier Reef.

Day 14 - 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.

Day 15 - Daintree Rainforest

Enjoy a full day tour to the Daintree Rainforest, highlights include Mossman Gorge, Cape Tribulation and Alexandra Lookout

Day 16 - 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.

Day 17 - Sydney

Take a lunch cruise around Sydney Harbour, to get the best views of the famous Opera House and Bridge.

Day 18 - 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.

Day 19 - Blue Mountains

Take a full day tour to the nearby Blue Mountains, spotting wildlife on the way.

Day 20 - Homeward Bound

Depart Sydney for your homeward flight, speak to your consultant with regard to stopover opportuities.