Arrive into the Northern Territory’s gateway city of Darwin where the pace of life instantly slows.

Spend two nights in your choice of Darwin hotel and be sure to check out nearby Mindil Beach, ride the waves in the Waterfront precinct or explore the many cultural and unique shops within the city centre.

Your chosen Darwin hotel

This morning, travel in style on board the Ghan Expedition – an inclusive rail journey like no other.

Spend three nights onboard the mighty kilometre long train including scheduled stops to allow you to explore Australia’s outback between the Northern Territory and South Australia.

Cruise through Katherine Gorge, explore Alice Springs and take in the uniqueness of Coober Pedy’s underground treasures.

Fine food and wines are included throughout your expedition.

Onboard The Ghan

Disembark The Ghan train journey this morning to spend the next two nights in the heart of Adelaide.

Explore Adelaide’s wide leafy boulevards and spacious green parklands. We suggest you catch the tram to the beach suburb of Glenelg and relax on the water’s edge. Head to the Adelaide Hills for fantastic photo opportunities, or unwind between world-class wineries in the nearby Barossa and Clare Valley.

Your chosen Adelaide hotel

Depart the “City of Churches” and head to the hills. To the north of the city you will discover the picturesque Barossa Valley, home to famous wineries including Yalumba, Orlando and Penfolds, as well as boutique vineyards. Stay overnight in the Barossa.

Adelaide > Barossa Valley | 80 kms

Standard: The Wine Vine Hotel

Deluxe: The Lodge Country House

Leave the hills of the Barossa and head for the South Australian coast. You will pass through the town of Mannum, one of the oldest towns located on the Murray River. Beyond Tailem Bend and Murray Bridge, you will then travel along the sand dunes of Coorong National Park before stopping for the night in the town of Robe.

Barossa Valley > Robe | 350 kms

Standard & Deluxe: Robe House B&B

From Robe, continue along the coast to the remarkable town of Mt. Gambier. The town is actually set on the slopes of an extinct volcano, and is home to a collapsed crater in the centre of town as well as a lake that changes colour from a winter grey to a vivid blue colour every summer. Continue along the coast to Portland (the oldest permanent settlement in Victoria). A detour to see the blowholes at Cape Nelson and the petrified forest at Cape Bridgewater are worthwhile before continuing on to stay in Port Fairy.

Robe > Port Fairy | 290 kms

Standard: Seacombe House

Deluxe: Merrijig Inn

After exploring the delightful fishing port and resort of Port Fairy, join the Great Ocean Road for a day exploring the “Shipwreck Coast”. Before you reach Port Campbell you will be able to stop to view London Bridge, the now broken natural rock arch. Continue along the Southern Ocean coast to see the iconic rock pillars of the Twelve Apostles, that stand out proudly above the surf. Continue along the Great Ocean Road as far as Apollo Bay where you will stop for the night.

Port Valley > Apollo Bay | 188 kms

Standard: Comfort Inn The International

Deluxe: Captain’s at the Bay

Arrive into the culture capital of Melbourne for a two night stay in your choice of accommodation.

Explore the art lined laneways, learn about the city’s past at the Melbourne Gaol or Immigration Museum or venture further afield to Phillip Island and watch the spectacle of the nightly penguin parade.

Your chosen Melbourne hotel

Sit back and watch the state of Victoria and New South Wales glide past your window as you travel by day from Melbourne to Sydney by Intercity train.

On arrival in to Sydney, make your way to your Sydney hotel or apartment where you will spend the next four nights. Board one of the famous ferries to Manly, climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, or venture further afield to the expansive and breathtaking Blue Mountains.

Your chosen Sydney hotel

Enjoy the last few sights of Sydney as you make your way back to the airport for your onward flight back to the UK.