Your journey on The Ghan will include a choice of immersive off train experiences, these are included in your fare, you may also choose from one of the optional upgrades (additional fee).
Guests advise preferences for the Off Train Escursions prior to travel. The touring at Alice Springs is included for those travelling direct through from Adelaide to Darwin (or vice versa). Note : some of these experiences may not be part of packages which include a break in Alice Springs.
Please use the following information as a guide only as some details of these experiences may vary.
The Ghan Expedition (April - October)
Travelling Darwin to Adelaide on The Ghan Expedition (April to October inclusive in 2025 or March to October inclusive in 2026), your journey stops in Katherine, Alice Springs and Coober Pedy. Choose your off train experiences from the following options:
Katherine
Nitmiluk Gorge Cruise
Nitmiluk First Gorge Rock Art Cruise (seasonal)
Katherine Outback Experience (seasonal)
Cutta Cutta Caves (seasonal)
Nitmiluk Gorge helicopter flight (optional upgrade: $ 295 per person)
Alice Springs
West Ventures and Outback BBQ Dinner
A Town Called Alice and Outback BBQ Dinner
Alice Springs Desert Park and BBQ Dinner
Simpsons Gap Discovery Walk and BBQ Dinner
Alice by ebike and Outback BBQ Dinner (optional upgrade for Gold Guests $ 49 per person, or included for Platinum guests)
Mt Gillen Helicopter Flight (optional upgrade $ 295 per person). 130 kg weight limit.
Uluru Fixed Wing Scenic Flight & Dinner (optional upgrade). Limited spaces for this experience so best to pre book ($1,549 per person for Thursdays or $ 1,199 per person for Sundays - 2025). Details below
Coober Pedy
Explore Coober Pedy
Opal Experience
Discover the Majestic Breakaways
Painted Hills and Lake Eyre Scenic Flight (optional upgrade $ 1,299 per person - 2025 ).
Marla
Outback Stars
ULURU FIXED WING SCENIC FLIGHT
ULTIMATE ULURU EXPERIENCE - THURSDAY ONLY
OPTIONAL UPGRADE EXPERIENCE - $1,549 PER PERSON (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)*
Experience the breathtaking beauty and cultural significance of Central Australia on a flight that blends stunning landscapes with ancient stories. Departing from Alice Springs Airport, fly over the rugged outback, passing Pine Gap, the US-Australian Defence Space Research Facility, and sweeping desert vistas.
As the desert colours shift from ochres to vibrant reds, your journey takes you to Uluru – Kata Tjuta, a World Heritage site. Upon landing at Ayers Rock Airport, a guide will lead you on an immersive exploration of Uluru, sharing stories of the Anangu people, traditional custodians of this sacred monolith. Discover the Mutitjulu Waterhole and hear legends like that of Wanampi, the water snake.
Enjoy lunch at the Sunset Lookout, offering spectacular views of Uluru, before flying over Kata Tjuta. The 36 domes, including Mount Olga, create a striking contrast against the desert. As your aircraft circles back, take a moment to reflect on the incredible landscapes, the cultural insights, and the unforgettable memories of your journey to the heart of the Red Centre.
To avoid disappointment, we highly recommend guests pre-book this experience.
If you choose this experience, you will not be able to participate another Off Train Experience in Alice Springs.
Recommended Fitness Level: Moderate level mobility – Guests are required to board and disembark aircraft unassisted, walking and standing required. Weight restrictions apply – the maximum weight of any individual cannot exceed 100kg. Guests are strongly encouraged to dress for the weather conditions. Enclosed sturdy shoes are required. Sunscreen, a hat, trousers and long sleeves are highly recommended.
PLEASE NOTE: This tour is subject to availability and conditions; all upgrade optional experiences are non-refundable.
Guests are advised to take appropriate clothing with them for the Telegraph Station Outback Dinner as they may not return to the train prior.
ULURU SCENIC FLIGHT (SUNDAY ONLY)
Optional Upgrade.$ 1,199 per person (in 2025). Limited Availability.
Soar over the Australian Outback on an unforgettable aerial adventure, starting with a flight south of Pine Gap, the US-Australian Defence Space Research Facility. As you climb, the rugged beauty of the outback unfolds beneath you, with your expert guide sharing stories of the region’s history, culture, and natural wonders.
Approach the iconic Uluru and Kata Tjuta, two World Heritage landmarks sacred to the Anangu people. Touch down briefly at Ayers Rock Airport to stretch your legs before flying around Uluru’s towering silhouette, watching the shifting sunlight cast dramatic shadows over its vibrant reds and oranges.
Marvel at the 36 domes of Kata Tjuta, followed by Kings Canyon’s towering cliffs and the lush Garden of Eden waterhole. Each landmark reveals stories of the land and its ancient custodians, making this experience a true celebration of the Australian outback.
To avoid disappointment, we highly recommend guests pre-book this experience.
If you choose this experience, you will not be able to participate in another Off Train Experience in Alice Springs.
Recommended Fitness Level: Moderate level mobility – Guests required to board and disembark aircraft unassisted. Weight restrictions apply – the maximum weight of any individual cannot exceed 100kg. Guests are strongly encouraged to dress for the weather conditions. Enclosed sturdy shoes are required. Sunscreen, a hat, trousers and long sleeves are highly recommended.
PLEASE NOTE: This tour is subject to availability and conditions; all upgrade optional experiences are non- refundable. Guests are advised to take appropriate clothing with them for the Telegraph Station Outback Dinner as they may not return to the train prior.
Weights must be provided when booking.
For further details see PDF below (please use the following information as a guide only as some details of these excursions may vary)
Darwin to Adelaide (March and November 2025)
Travelling Darwin to Adelaide, The Ghan stops in Katherine, Alice Springs and Manguri. The off train experiences being:
