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The Ghan • Adelaide to Alice Springs

2 day Rail Journey – from £989

Sit back and relax, travelling in luxury as you journey aboard The Ghan, from South Australia’s capital to the iconic Red Centre.

  • Travel through the magnificent Flinders Ranges in South Australia
  • Watch the sunrise over the Outback in Marla
  • Soak in spectacular views as you journey through the MacDonnell Ranges
  • Enjoy first class dining with a locally inspired menu and all-inclusive drinks
  • Book with flights as part of a complete Australia rail holiday

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The Ghan Staff Greeting Guest

Day 1 – Adelaide

You will be welcomed aboard the world-famous Ghan in Adelaide. Settle into your private cabin and…

You will be welcomed aboard the world-famous Ghan in Adelaide. Settle into your private cabin and get to know your fellow travellers as you travel through the patchwork fields of South Australia. A multi-course dinner awaits as you begin to enter the Outback, so you can enjoy fine dining inspired by the landscapes you’re passing through.

    Your chosen Ghan cabin

    Lunch and Dinner
The Ghan Staff Greeting Guest

Day 1

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Adelaide

You will be welcomed aboard the world-famous Ghan in Adelaide. Settle into your private cabin and get to know your fellow travellers as you travel through the patchwork fields of South Australia. A multi-course dinner awaits as you begin to enter the Outback, so you can enjoy fine dining inspired by the landscapes you’re passing through.

    Your chosen Ghan cabin

    Lunch and Dinner
The Ghan Staff Greeting Guest
The Ghan, train, Australia

Day 2 – Marla and Alice Springs

This morning you’ll stop in the remote outpost of Marla to watch the sunrise, before getting…

This morning you’ll stop in the remote outpost of Marla to watch the sunrise, before getting back on the train for brunch. Enjoy your delicious meal as you cross the border into the Northern Territory, before winding your way through the magnificent MacDonnell Ranges. Your will finish your journey at Alice Springs, the gateway to the Red Centre.

    Your chosen Ghan cabin

    Brunch
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Day 2

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Marla and Alice Springs

This morning you’ll stop in the remote outpost of Marla to watch the sunrise, before getting back on the train for brunch. Enjoy your delicious meal as you cross the border into the Northern Territory, before winding your way through the magnificent MacDonnell Ranges. Your will finish your journey at Alice Springs, the gateway to the Red Centre.

    Your chosen Ghan cabin

    Brunch
The Ghan, train, Australia

The Ghan Train Cabins

A choice of Gold, Gold Premium or Platinum Service is available on The Ghan train between Adelaide and Alice Springs.

The Ghan, Gold Twin Cabin

Gold Cabins

A private single or twin cabin with comfortable seating that converts into a single, or upper…
  • A private single or twin cabin with comfortable seating that converts into a single, or upper and lower berth at night
  • Ensuite facilities in twin cabins,  shared facilities for single cabins
  • Large window
  • All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
  • Beverages, including Australian wines, beers and spirits
  • 60 kg checked luggage allowance per guest
The Ghan, Gold Twin Cabin

Gold Cabins

  • A private single or twin cabin with comfortable seating that converts into a single, or upper and lower berth at night
  • Ensuite facilities in twin cabins,  shared facilities for single cabins
  • Large window
  • All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
  • Beverages, including Australian wines, beers and spirits
  • 60 kg checked luggage allowance per guest
The Ghan, Gold Twin Cabin
Indian Pacific, The Ghan, Great Southern, Gold Premium Dining

Gold Premium Cabins

A private newly designed contemporary twin cabin with comfortable seating that converts to a single,…
  • A private newly designed contemporary twin cabin with comfortable seating that converts to a single, or upper and lower berth at night
  • Exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Dining Carriages
  • Two-course lunches and four-course dinners
  • 75 kg checked luggage allowance per guest
  • Priority luggage check-in
  • Welcome drink served in cabin
  • Enhanced drinks package and an enhanced turndown service, including a nightcap and a premium sleep pack
Indian Pacific, The Ghan, Great Southern, Gold Premium Dining

Gold Premium Cabins

  • A private newly designed contemporary twin cabin with comfortable seating that converts to a single, or upper and lower berth at night
  • Exclusive access to the Gold Premium Lounge and Dining Carriages
  • Two-course lunches and four-course dinners
  • 75 kg checked luggage allowance per guest
  • Priority luggage check-in
  • Welcome drink served in cabin
  • Enhanced drinks package and an enhanced turndown service, including a nightcap and a premium sleep pack
Indian Pacific, The Ghan, Great Southern, Gold Premium Dining
The Ghan, Indian Pacific & Great Southern Platinum Suite

Platinum Cabins

A luxurious cabin that converts from a private lounge by day, to a comfortable bedroom by…
  • A luxurious cabin that converts from a private lounge by day, to a comfortable bedroom by night, with a double bed or twin beds
  • Expansive windows on either side of the train
  • Full size ensuite shower room
  • All-inclusive dining in the Platinum Club Car
  • Beverages, including Australian wines, beers and spirits
  • 90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest
  • Hotel or airport transfers at the start and end of your rail journey, up to 60 km from the rail terminal
The Ghan, Indian Pacific & Great Southern Platinum Suite

Platinum Cabins

  • A luxurious cabin that converts from a private lounge by day, to a comfortable bedroom by night, with a double bed or twin beds
  • Expansive windows on either side of the train
  • Full size ensuite shower room
  • All-inclusive dining in the Platinum Club Car
  • Beverages, including Australian wines, beers and spirits
  • 90 kg checked luggage allowance per guest
  • Hotel or airport transfers at the start and end of your rail journey, up to 60 km from the rail terminal
The Ghan, Indian Pacific & Great Southern Platinum Suite

2025 & 2026 Departure Dates

The Ghan train from Adelaide to Alice Springs is scheduled to operate in 2025 and 2026, from March to November, with an additional service in April to October.

The Ghan, McDonnell Ranges

March to November

Sunday 12:15 – Depart Adelaide Monday morning – Marla Experience Monday 13:45 – Arrive Alice Springs
  • Sunday 12:15 – Depart Adelaide
  • Monday morning – Marla Experience
  • Monday 13:45 – Arrive Alice Springs
The Ghan, McDonnell Ranges

March to November

  • Sunday 12:15 – Depart Adelaide
  • Monday morning – Marla Experience
  • Monday 13:45 – Arrive Alice Springs
The Ghan, McDonnell Ranges
Gold Service, The Ghan

April to October

Wednesday 12:10 – Depart Adelaide Thursday morning – Marla Experience Thursday 13:45 – Arrive Alice Springs
  • Wednesday 12:10 – Depart Adelaide
  • Thursday morning – Marla Experience
  • Thursday 13:45 – Arrive Alice Springs
Gold Service, The Ghan

April to October

  • Wednesday 12:10 – Depart Adelaide
  • Thursday morning – Marla Experience
  • Thursday 13:45 – Arrive Alice Springs
Gold Service, The Ghan

What is Included on The Ghan Train

All-inclusive meals
Fine wines and beverages
1 night aboard The Ghan
An Outback sunrise experience in Marla, South Australia

Departure Dates

Check for departure dates that suit you:

2025-05-25

2025-05-28

2025-06-01

2025-06-04

2025-06-08

2025-06-11

2025-06-15

2025-06-18

2025-06-22

2025-06-25

2025-07-02

2025-07-06

2025-07-09

2025-07-13

2025-07-16

2025-07-20

2025-07-23

2025-07-27

2025-07-30

2025-08-03

2025-08-06

2025-08-10

2025-08-13

2025-08-17

2025-08-20

2025-08-24

2025-08-27

2025-08-31

2025-09-03

2025-09-07

2025-09-10

2025-09-14

2025-09-17

2025-09-21

2025-09-24

2025-09-28

2025-10-01

2025-10-05

2025-10-08

2025-10-12

2025-10-15

2025-10-19

2025-10-22

2025-10-26

2025-11-02

2025-11-09

2025-11-16

2025-11-23

2026-03-08

2026-03-15

2026-03-22

2026-03-29

2026-04-05

2026-04-08

2026-04-12

2026-04-15

2026-04-19

2026-04-22

2026-04-26

2026-04-29

2026-05-03

2026-05-06

2026-05-10

2026-05-13

2026-05-17

2026-05-20

2026-05-24

2026-05-27

2026-05-31

2026-06-03

2026-06-07

2026-06-10

2026-06-14

2026-06-17

2026-06-21

2026-06-24

2026-06-28

2026-07-01

2026-07-05

2026-07-08

2026-07-12

2026-07-15

2026-07-19

2026-07-22

2026-07-26

2026-07-29

2026-08-02

2026-08-05

2026-08-09

2026-08-12

2026-08-16

2026-08-19

2026-08-23

2026-08-26

2026-08-30

2026-09-02

2026-09-06

2026-09-09

2026-09-13

2026-09-16

2026-09-20

2026-09-23

2026-09-27

2026-09-30

2026-10-04

2026-10-07

2026-10-11

2026-10-14

2026-10-18

2026-10-21

2026-10-28

2026-11-01

2026-11-08

2026-11-15

2026-11-22

To confirm availability call 0333 234 2889

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Please note, advanced booking is highly recommended. Both Gold and Platinum cabins regularly sell out.

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The Ghan • Adelaide to Alice Springs

2 day Rail Journey – from £989

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