The Ultimate Territory Tour 2024 & 2025 - The Ghan

Departures per week

The Ultimate Territory Tour package departs weekly from March to October.

Twice weekly during April to October.

Day of departure

The Ultimate Territory Tour package commences in Adelaide on Sundays and Wednesdays (from April to October).

Duration

15
days
/
14
nights
Example:

Arrive in Adelaide by own arrangement, finishes in Darwin on Saturday morning (or Tuesdays during May - August)

The Ultimate Territory Tour 2024 & 2025 - The Ghan

Inclusions

• 1 night aboard The Ghan, Adelaide to Alice Springs, including all meals, beverages and an Off Train Experience in Marla and Alice Springs

• 1 night’s accommodation in Alice Springs, including breakfast

• 5-night, intimate small-group Red Centre touring with OutbackSpirit Tours, including accommodation, guided touring and meals

• 1 night’s accommodation in Alice Springs, including breakfast

• 1 night aboard The Ghan, Alice Springs to Darwin, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Katherine

• 3 nights’ accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast daily

• Darwin Harbour Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise

• 2 night's intimate small-group Kakadu, East Alligator River and Litchfield with Outback Spirit, including accommodation, guided touring and meals

• 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 12 dinners

Details

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 0

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Day 1

THE GHAN, ADELAIDE

Board The Ghan in Adelaide, heading for the Flinders Ranges. (L,D)

OVERNIGHT: 1 night The Ghan

DAY 2

The Ghan, Alice Springs

Wake to an outback sunrise at Marla and enjoy jaw-droppinglandscapes as you travel to Alice Springs. Our arrival in Alice marks the start of a new adventure. We’ll venture further into the heart of Australia on the eight-day Red Centre Explorer tour with Outback Spirit.Here, you will be met by the passionate Outback Spirit crew, who will be guiding you as you take in all the Red Centre has to offer over the next eight days. Check-in at DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs, where we'll stay for the first two nights. In the evening, the group will meet for welcome drinks and a short briefing on what you can expect during your tour. Tonight's dinner is at the hotel. (B,L,D)

OVERNIGHT: 2 nights DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs

DAY 3

Alice Springs

Today, explore Alice Springs and its surrounds, taking in natural rock formations that are truly spectacular. After breakfast, venture to the West MacDonnell Ranges and enjoy a walk to Simpsons Gap. Known as 'Rungutjirpa' by the Arrernte people, Simpsons Gap is an important spiritual site and home to dozens of rare plants and a host of native wildlife. We'll then visit Standley Chasm – Angkerle Atwatye – a cultural icon of Central Australia, which is 100% owned and operated by the Arrernte community. We'll break for morning tea before departing the West MacDonnell Ranges to visit the Alice Springs Desert Park. Here, enjoy a guided tour that will challenge your perception of the desert, leaving you with an understanding that the desert is full of life. This evening, enjoy a classic-style outdoor BBQ and show under the incredible night sky. (B, L, D)

DAY 4

Alice Springs to Kings Canyon

Today, we say goodbye to Alice Springs as we go deeper into the outback. First up is a visit to Ellery Creek for a short walk and morning tea, then we travel to Ormiston Gorge to see its towering red cliffs. We'll stop for lunch at Glen Helen, a haven of outback hospitality, before journeying to the mighty Kings Canyon and Watarrka National Park. As we drive through the outback, we'll take the scenic Mereenie Loop 4WD track through the West MacDonnell Ranges and arrive at Kings Canyon Resort, where we'll spend the next two nights. (B,L,D)

OVERNIGHT: 2 nights Kings Canyon Resort

DAY 5

Kings Canyon and Watarrka National Park

Experience Kings Canyon with a walk – the 6km rim walk, featuring breathtaking views of the Watarrka National Park or a less arduous 2.6km walk along the canyon floor. As afternoon turns to evening, enjoy sunset drinks and canapes at Light-Towers, an immersive sound and light installation by acclaimed artist Bruce Munro, who also created the Field of Light. Tonight, we'll enjoy dinner at the newly renovated Kings Canyon Bar & Grill. (B,L,D)

DAY 6

Kings Canyon to Uluru

Pass through Kings Creek Station and enjoy an informative talk and lunch at Curtin Springs, before arriving at Uluru. This evening, we attend the Wintjiri Wiru Sunset Dinner. This is a breathtaking cultural storytelling experience, told through choreographed drones, lasers and projections illuminating the night sky. (B,L,D)

OVERNIGHT: 3 nights at Sails in the Desert

DAY 7

Uluru and Kata Tjuta National Park

After breakfast, we depart to discover Kata Tjuta (theOlgas) and admire the stunning rock formations on a guided walk into Walpa Gorge, an ancient temple crafted by nature. Departing the resort before sunset, we head to an exclusive dune-top location, again with majestic views of Uluru. Enjoy drinks and canapes as artist Bruce Munro's global phenomenon Field of Light gently illuminates. Aptlynamed Tili Wiru Tjuta Nyakutjaku (looking at lots of beautiful lights), Field of Light features 50,000 slender stems, crowned with radiant, frosted-glass spheres, spread across an area the size of seven football fields. (B,L,D)

DAY 8

Uluru and Kata Tjuta National Park

Early risers can experience the sun rising over Uluru this morning and the colours of dawn spreading across thelandscape. Breakfast is at the hotel, before we depart for the Mala Walk. Admire the fine examples of rock art along this walk before arriving at Kantju Gorge, a place of profound peacefulness surrounded by sheer vertical walls. This evening, enjoy the unique Sounds of Silence dining experience under the stars. (B,L,D)

DAY 9

Travel to Alice Springs to board The Ghan

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel before making the journey by road from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to the Alice Springs Rail Terminal where your Red Centre Explorer tour comes to an end. It’s time to reboard The Ghan. As the train heads north, enjoy watching the scenery through the window. (B, L, D)

OVERNIGHT: 1 night The Ghan

DAY 10

The Ghan, Katherine and Darwin

The landscape continues to transform as you head towards Katherine, where you’ll embark on an Off Train Experience exploring natural wonders. A few hours later, you’ll arrive in Darwin and transfer to your accommodation. (B,L)

OVERNIGHT: 1 night Hilton Darwin

DAY 11

Darwin to Kakadu National Park

Depart Darwin heading for Kakadu National Park. At the Mary River, take to the water on a cruise that showcases local wildlife, including saltwater crocodiles and the abundance of bird life here. Continuing east, you’ll arrive at Kakadu and check in to the Crocodile Hotel. (B,L,D)

OVERNIGHT: 2 nights Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel

DAY 12

Kakadu National Park

This morning we rise with the sun for an early departure to Jabiru Airport. Here we take to the skies to gain anew perspective of this incredible environment. Enjoy a60-minute scenic flight over ancient escarpments,floodplains and winding rivers, exhibiting the results of1.8 billion years of continuous erosion. Your flight includes live commentary from your pilot as you glide over these spectacular ancient lands. After landing at Jabiru Airport we depart for the East Alligator River region, known as the gateway to ArnhemLand. Take a spectacular local indigenous cruise on theEast Alligator River and listen to the stories of the regionas you spot the large saltwater crocodiles that dwell in these waters. (B,L,D)

DAY 13

Kakadu and Litchfield National Park to Darwin

Check out after breakfast, bound for Litchfield National Park. Your first stop is Wangi Falls, but one waterfall is never enough, so you’ll continue on to Florence Falls. After a light lunch, you can take a dip in the crystal-clear pool of the waterfall before returning to Darwin and checking in to your hotel. (B, L)

OVERNIGHT: 2 nights Hilton Darwin

DAY 14

Leisure Day and Darwin Harbour Dinner Cruise

Explore Darwin at your leisure. In the evening, see why Top End sunsets are so special on a Darwin Harbour Sunset Cruise. You’ll feast on a Territory-style featuring local seafood and produce as the colour of the sky transforms to hues of vibrant red and orange. (B,D)

DAY 15 Farewell

This morning, it’s time to check out of your hotel, completing your ultimate Northern Territory adventure. (B)

The Ultimate Territory Tour 2024 & 2025 - The Ghan
The Ultimate Territory Tour 2024 & 2025 - The Ghan

Pricing (per person)

2024

High Season

May, June, July, August 2024

  • PlatinumEveryday Holiday Fare$ 13,68
  • Gold Premium Twin Everyday Holiday Fare 12,90
    Advance Purchase Holiday Fare12,390
  • Gold Twin Everyday Holiday Fare $ 12,000
    Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ 11,735
  • Gold Single Everyday Holiday Fare $ 14.700
    Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ 14.465

Shoulder Season

March, April, September, October, November 2024

  • PlatinumEveryday Holiday Fare$ 12,825
  • Gold Premium Twin Everyday Holioday Fare 12,300
    Advance Purchase Holiday Fare12,050
  • Gold Twin Everyday Holiday Fare $ 11,165
    Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ 10.925
  • Gold Single Everyday Holiday Fare $ 13.400
    Advance Purchase Holiday Fare$ 13,195

2025

High Season

May, June, July, August 2025

Shoulder Season

March, April, September, October, November 2025

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.

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