Darwin City Stay 2026 - The Ghan

Departures per week

Darwin City Stay departs weekly March to November.

Twice weekly from April to October.

The Ghan does not run during December, January and February.

Day of departure

Darwin City Stay commences in Adelaide on Sunday
(March to November) and Wednesday (April to October).

Duration

6
days
/
5
nights
Example:

Commence in Adelaide on Sunday (or Wednesday), finishes in Darwin on the following Friday (or Monday).

Darwin City Stay 2026 - The Ghan

Inclusions

  • 3 nights accommodation in Darwin including breakfast daily
  • Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise
  • Transfer from Darwin Rail Terminal to hotel
  • 3 days/2 nights aboard The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs and Katherine
  • 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners 

Details

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 0

What’s a Rich Text element?

The rich text element allows you to create and format headings, paragraphs, blockquotes, images, and video all in one place instead of having to add and format them individually. Just double-click and easily create content.

A rich text element can be used with static or dynamic content. For static content, just drop it into any page and begin editing. For dynamic content, add a rich text field to any collection and then connect a rich text element to that field in the settings panel. Voila!

Day 1

BOARD THE GHAN IN ADELAIDE

Board The Ghan in Adelaide for an iconic showcase journey of inland Australia. As the train leaves the city heading for the Flinders Ranges and beyond, the dramatic changes in landscape will become a familiar highlight of the next two days. (L,D)

OVERNIGHT: 2 nights The Ghan

Day 2

THE GHAN, ALICE SPRINGS 

After your first night enjoying the fine dining and relaxed luxury of this iconic train, you’ll wake to an unforgettable outback sunrise at Marla –  a remote outpost 160 kilometres from the Northern Territory border that marks the start  of the Oodnadatta Track. Enjoy the magnificent outback scenery pass you by as you make your way to Alice Springs for a choice of Off Train Experiences. (B,L,D)

Day 3

THE GHAN, KATHERINE AND DARWIN 

When the landscape transforms into rocky gorges and fast-flowing canyon streams, prepare to experience one of the Top End’s most impressive natural wonders, Katherine Gorge. A few hours later as evening falls, you’ll arrive in Darwin and transfer to your accommodation, where you can settlein and reflect on your outback adventure thus far. (B,L)

OVERNIGHT: : 3 nights Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Day 4

DARWIN HARBOUR CRUISE

You haven’t seen a sunset until you see a Darwin sunset,and this evening you’ll understand why they’re so special.Board Darwin Harbour Cruise’s catamaran, the Charles Darwin, to savour the sights and enjoy the swirl of the sea breeze as you cruise the Harbour by water. Enjoy a sumptuous meal onboard focused on local produce and fresh seafood. Nothing is more relaxing than soaking up the splendour of the skies, champagne flute in hand. (B,D)

Day 5

DARWIN 

Today is for further exploration of the Darwin waterfront and its top-notch restaurants, taking in the relaxed paceof life in the north. Alternatively, consider an optional tour (additional expense) to make the most of your time in the Top End. (B)

Day 6

FAREWELL

After breakfast check-out of your accommodation andsay farewell to Darwin. You’re leaving with memories ofawe-inspiring landscapes and unique outback experiences that will last a lifetime. (B)

Darwin City Stay 2026 - The Ghan
Darwin City Stay 2026 - The Ghan

Pricing (per person)

2026

High Season

May, June, July, August 2026

  • Gold Single
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ 4,620
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ 4,145

Shoulder Season

April, September, October, 2026

  • Platinum $ 6,150
  • Gold Premium Twin
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ 4,880
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ 4,295Gold Twin 
  • Gold Single
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ 4,330
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ 3,885

Low Season

  • March and November 2026
    • Platinum $ 4,980
    • Gold Premium Twin
    • Everyday Holiday Fare$ 3,910
    • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ 3,420Gold Twin 

    • Gold Single
    • Everyday Holiday Fare$ 3,260
    • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ 2,870

2027

High Season

May, June, July, August 2027

  • Platinum$ TBA
  • Gold Premium Twin
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Gold Twin
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Gold Single
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ TBA

Shoulder Season

April, September, October 2027

  • Gold Premium Twin
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ TBAGold Twin 
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Gold Single
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ TBA

Low Season

March and November 2027

  • Gold Premium Twin
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ TBAGold Twin 
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Gold Single
  • Everyday Holiday Fare$ TBA
  • Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ TBA

Heading

Peak Season

(Unavailable from March to October inclusive)

Shoulder Season

(November 2018)

  • Platinum: $3,899 (every day fare)
  • Gold Twin: $2,599 (every day fare), $2,069 (advance purchase)
  • ‍Gold Single: $2,459 (every day fare), $1,949 (advance purchase)

Low Season

(December 2018, January, February 2019)

  • Platinum: $3,269 (every day fare)
  • Gold Twin: $2,069 (every day fare) . $1,649 (advance purchase)
  • Gold Single: $1,959 (every day fare), $1,549 (advance purchase)
PRICES ARE PER PERSON (AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS).

Advance Purchase Fares
must be booked and paid for in full a minimum of six months prior to departure.
Only a limited number of these fares available per departure and are subject to availability.

Everyday Fares
require a 25% deposit at the time of booking and the final balance is due two months prior to departure.

Flexible Fares require full payment at the time of booking.

Children aged 4-15 inclusive receive a 20% discount off the accompanying adult fare.
Children 0-3 free in existing bedding.

See details of
Fare Types.
Terms and Conditions apply.
;