Page 14 - Northern Territory 2020

THE GHAN

Embark on one of the great train journeys
of the world, travelling between Adelaide,
Alice Springs and Darwin. From the tropical
city of Darwin to the rusty Red Centre,
watch the desert landscape change from
red to gold over three unforgettable days.
Travel in style in Platinum or Gold Service
and take advantage of the many facilities
and services on offer. All on board meals,
beverages and Off Train Experiences are
included in your fare.
The Ghan
The Ghan rail journey allows you to
experience a truly authentic Australian OFF TRAIN EXCURSIONS TIMETABLE
adventure with all the comforts that On The Ghan there’s time to explore Alice
come with travelling by rail. A journey on Springs where you can tour the town, get Adelaide – Darwin
The Ghan can commence in Adelaide, up close to native wildlife or trek some of 5 Apr – 28 Nov 20, 31 Jan – 29 Mar 21 12:15pm
SUN
Adelaide
Alice Springs or Darwin. the Red Centre’s most stunning landmarks. Darwin TUE 5:30pm
In the Top End, see the splendour of Katherine Darwin – Adelaide
OUTBACK EXPERIENCES Gorge with a choice of excursions available 4 – 26 Nov 20, 3 Feb – 31 Mar 21
Outback Experiences are a great way to stretch giving you access to some of the region’s Darwin WED 10am
your legs during the journey. See an unforgettable most knowledgeable guides. Adelaide FRI 1pm
sunrise or an amazing Outback sunset. 4 day journey available from Darwin to Adelaide 1 Apr – 29 Oct 20.
Rail fares are available. Ask your travel agent for details.
Tourism NT/Shaana McNaught From 6667 * ^ per person twin share
$

14 DAYS | ADELAIDE TO DARWIN
TRAVEL TYPE: Rail
DEPARTS: Sundays

HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore Kata Tjuta, Uluru and Kings Canyon on
an escorted tour
• Travel in a Gold Service Cabin on The Ghan
INCLUDES
• One way overnight travel on The Ghan from
Adelaide to Alice Springs – in a Gold Service Cabin
• One way overnight travel on The Ghan from Alice
Kings Canyon Springs to Darwin – in a Gold Service Cabin
• 4 nights accommodation in Alice Springs
TERRITORY ADVENTURE RAIL HOLIDAY PACKAGE 14 DAYS • 2 nights accommodation at Ayers Rock Resort
Day 1: The Ghan – Adelaide to Alice Springs (LD) Day 8: West MacDonnell Ranges (BL) • 1 night accommodation in Kings Canyon
Join The Ghan in Adelaide and enjoy a light lunch as A full day to experience the magnificent West • 3 nights accommodation in Darwin
the train travels north towards the Spencer Gulf and MacDonnell Ranges. See the deep red cleft of Standley • 1 night accommodation in Kakadu
Port Augusta. Overnight onboard The Ghan. Chasm and the mystique of Ellery Creek Big Hole. • Meals as specified
Day 2: Alice Springs (B) Day 9: The Ghan – Alice Springs to Katherine (BD) • 4 day Kata Tjuta, Uluru and Kings Canyon Tour
Arrive into Alice Springs in the afternoon and transfer Today is a free day to shop or visit the galleries. • 2 day Kakadu National Park Tour
to your hotel. Overnight at Crowne Plaza Alice The Ghan departs this evening for the journey north • Full day West MacDonnell Ranges Tour
Springs Lasseters. to Darwin. Overnight onboard The Ghan. • National Park fees
Day 3: Alice Springs to Uluru (B) Day 10: The Ghan – Katherine to Darwin (BL) • Return railway station transfers in Alice Springs
Depart Alice Springs on a four day tour of the Red Centre. Stop in Katherine this morning for around four hours and • One way railway station transfer in Darwin
Travelling south, admire the view of Mt. Conner before enjoy an Off Train Excursion, before arriving in Darwin
arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. Drive out to Kata Tjuta and in the evening. Spend the next two nights at Vibe Hotel ^Price valid 31 Jan – 6 Mar 21. Platinum Service and
Gold Single Cabin prices also available.
take in an outback sunset. Spent the next two nights at Darwin Waterfront.
Sails in the Desert, Ayers Rock Resort.
Day 11: Darwin (B)
Day 4: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park (D) Spend the day at leisure exploring the sights of Darwin. START/FINISH Ubirr Arnhem Land
OVERNIGHT
Enjoy the special sight of Uluru at sunrise. Travel to Day 12: Darwin to Kakadu National Park (BL) RAIL Darwin 3 1 Jabiru
Kata Tjuta for a guided walk through Walpa Gorge. From Darwin, travel to Kakadu National Park and stop Nourlangie Rock
Kakadu National Park
With your guide, travel around the base of Uluru before at the Warradjan Cultural Centre. Join your local guide Katherine Nitmiluk National Park
driving to the Kuniya Walk. Watch the sun set over on a cruise of Yellow Water Billabong. After lunch, travel
Uluru before a barbecue dinner.
to Nourlangie, where your driver/guide will lead you on a
Day 5: Uluru to Kings Canyon walk to view the rock art galleries. Overnight at Mercure
This morning is at leisure to relax or join an optional Kakadu Crocodile Hotel.
tour. In the afternoon, travel to the breathtaking Day 13: Kakadu National Park to Darwin (L) Tennant Creek
Kings Canyon. Overnight at Kings Canyon Resort.
Travel by 4WD to see Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr, before
Day 6: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs joining an Aboriginal guide on a Guluyambi Cultural West MacDonnell
National Park
Enjoy a guided walk around the rim of Kings Canyon, cruise along the East Alligator River. Return to Darwin Watarrka Glen Helen
or the easier walk along the canyon floor. Return to Kings and overnight at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront. National Park 4 Alice Springs
Canyon Resort then to Alice Springs. Spend the next Day 14: Darwin (B) Kings Canyon 1
three nights at Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters. Ayers Rock Resort 2 Erldunda
Your Northern Territory adventure concludes this Kata Tjuta Uluru
Day 7: Alice Springs (B) morning upon check-out. Uluru-Kata Tjuta
National Park
Today see the highlights of Alice Springs at leisure. THE GHAN
(B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner) FROM ADELAIDE
* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for rail packages are per person per package twin share, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
14 travel in low season. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.