Experience one of the world's greatest train journeys aboard The Legendary Ghan. The legend has soared to new heights with the extension of The Ghan journey to Darwin. When The Ghan first departed Adelaide for Alice Springs, it was always intended that it would one day travel through to Darwin. More than 70 years later, that dream has become reality.
The Ghan now travels 2,979 kilometers from Adelaide to Darwin on this transcontinental journey through the Red Centre of Australia. The Ghan offers a weekly return journey between Adelaide and Darwin, and in either direction provides two nights aboard this legendary train. Marvel at the spectacular Australian landscapes; from the rusty reds of the MacDonnell Ranges surrounding Alice Springs, gateway to Ayers Rock and the Red Centre, then north to Tennant Creek, Katherine and the tropical splendor of Darwin. Off-train touring is a feature of the new journey, providing the chance to learn more about the unique desert flora and fauna.
April 1, 2007 to March 31, 2009
Please Note: Train trips in Australia can take multiple days please make plans accordingly
Adelaide – Alice Springs – Darwin
Sun
Wed
Depart Adelaide
12.20pm
12.20pm
Mon
Thurs
Arrive Alice Springs
1.45pm
1.45pm
Depart Alice Springs
6.00pm
6.00pm
Tues
Fri
Arrive Katherine
9.00am
9.00am
Depart Katherine
1.00pm
2.30pm
Arrive Darwin
5.30pm
6.30pm
Sydney - Adelaide - Alice Springs - Darwin
Indian Pacific
Sat
Wed
Depart Sydney
2.55pm
2.55pm
Sun
Thu
Arrive Broken Hill
6.40am
6.40am
Depart Broken Hill
8.20am
8.20am
Arrive Adelaide
3.05pm‡
3.05pm ˜
The Ghan
Sun
Wed
Depart Adelaide
12.20pm
12.20pm
Mon
Thurs
Arrive Alice Springs
1.45pm
1.45pm
Depart Alice Springs
6.00pm
6.00pm
Tues
Fri
Arrive Katherine
9.00am
9.00am
Depart Katherine
1.00pm
2.30pm
Arrive Darwin
5.30pm
6.30pm
‡A Whistle Stop Tour of Adelaide is available for guests connecting with the Ghan on Sundays. Enquire at time
of booking. †2 nights in Adelaide at own expense. ˜1 night in Adelaide at own expense.
Darwin Station Transfers The Darwin Train Station is situated approximately 20 minutes drive south of the city centre. Complimentary coach
transfers are provided for Gold Kangaroo guests to/from the Saville Park Suites, 88 The Esplanade.
Darwin – Alice Springs – Adelaide
Wed
Sat
Depart Darwin
10.00am
9.00am
Arrive Katherine
1.40pm
12.40pm
Depart Katherine
6.20pm
4.45pm
Thurs
Sun
Arrive Alice Springs
9.10am
11.15am
Depart Alice Springs
12.45pm
3.15pm
Fri
Mon
Arrive Adelaide
1.10pm
1.10pm
Darwin - Alice Springs - Adelaide - Sydney
Wed
Sat
Depart Darwin
10.00am
9.00am
Arrive Katherine
1.40pm
12.40pm
Depart Katherine
6.20pm
4.45pm
Thurs
Sun
Arrive Alice Springs
9.10am
11.15am
Depart Alice Springs
12.45pm
3.15pm
Fri
Mon
Arrive Adelaide
1.10pm
1.10pm
Indian Pacific
Fri
Fri
Depart Adelaide
10.00am
10.00am
Arrive Broken Hill
4.30pm
4.30pm
Depart Broken Hill
6.30pm
6.30pm
Sat
Sat
Arrive Sydney
10.15am
10.15am
Free transfers are available for Gold Kangaroo guests to/from the following hotels: Crowne Plaza Hotel,
Darwin Central, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Esplanade, Mirambeena Resort, SKYCITY Darwin Hotel, Novotel Atrium. Please
enquire at the time of booking.
Red Kangaroo guests may purchase a coach transfer between Darwin Train
Station and Darwin Coach Terminal (67-69 Mitchell St), in the heart of Darwin for $10 per person one-way. Transfers
are purchased upon boarding the coach.
Note: Prices are per person in Australian dollar and do not include taxes and fees. Child ages are 4-15. Prices are subject to change without notice. Gold Kangaroo fares include all meals. Deluxe Cabin might be available for a $590.00 Surcharge per cabin, per night; Gold Kangaroo Service fares based on pp twin share and inclusive of all meals.
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