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Rail journey · Journey Beyond · 7 nights

Ride The Ghan AND The Indian Pacific on an epic Darwin-Sydney journey!

  • All meals and beverages included aboard both trains
  • Welcome experience with refreshments, barista coffee and sparkling wine
  • Breakfast daily included during your two nights in Adelaide
From
$6,945 pp twin share
$6,730 pp solo share
7 nights
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Departs 2 September 2026 Returns 2 December 2026
Duration7 nights
OperatorJourney Beyond
StyleRail journey
HighlightCross the outback by rail from Darwin to Sydney, joining two iconic train journeys with an Adelaide stopover
Two bucket list journeys in a single holiday!. 3 nights on The Ghan + 2 nights in Adelaide + 2 nights on the Indian Pacific. Enjoy off-train tours of Katherine, Alice Springs…

From Darwin to Adelaide to Sydney, you'll experience three capital cities that are as different as the landscapes that connect them and everything in between. Starting your journey in Darwin, you'll spend three nights travelling south on The Ghan Expedition, stopping for two nights in Adelaide before boarding the train again and travelling east on the Indian Pacific.

Highlights

  • Cruise through ancient Nitmiluk Gorge in Katherine
  • Explore the outback town of Alice Springs and the unusual underground town of Cooper Pedy
  • Discover Adelaide at your own pace
  •  Experience the outback town of Broken Hill
  •  Travel through the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains to Sydney
When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
2 September 2026
Returns 2 December 2026
Returns
2 December 2026
Duration
7 nights
From pp twin share
$6,945 pp
From pp solo cabin
$6,730 pp

DARWIN TO SYDNEY (7 nights)

Departs every Wednesday (Sep - Nov)

(The price below is for November 2026)

  • Gold Single Cabin from $6,730 pp* solo traveller
  • Gold Twin Cabin from $6,945 pp* twin share
  • Gold Premium Twin Cabin from $8,355 pp* twin share
  • Platinum Twin Cabin from $13,560 pp twin share *

*Please note that prices are subject to availability at the time of booking and may change without notice. Advance Purchase fares are only available until sold out.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Life in transit

The Ghan / Indian Pacific

Details
The Ghan / Indian Pacific
Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    BOARD THE GHAN EXPEDITION IN DARWIN

    Settle into The Ghan and enjoy lunch before choosing an Off Train Experience in Katherine, including a Nitmiluk Gorge cruise, Katherine Outback Experience, Cutta Cutta Caves or an optional helicopter flight. (B,L,D)

  2. 2

    THE GHAN EXPEDITION, ALICE SPRINGS

    Arrive in Alice Springs and choose from a range of Off Train Experiences, including the Telegraph Station, Standley Chasm, Desert Park or Simpsons Gap. Optional scenic flights are available. In the evening, enjoy a memorable dinner under the stars at the Alice Springs Telegraph Station. (B,L,D)

  3. 3

    THE GHAN EXPEDITION, COOBER PEDY

    Visit the unique underground town of Coober Pedy and enjoy a gourmet underground lunch. Choose from experiences including the Breakaways, town tour or Opal Experience, with an optional scenic flight over the Painted Hills and Lake Eyre. Return to The Ghan for dinner. (B,L,D)

  4. 4

    THE GHAN EXPEDITION, ADELAIDE

    Enjoy a final brunch onboard as The Ghan travels through the Flinders Ranges into Adelaide. Transfer to your hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the city, Adelaide Central Market or local galleries. (B)

  5. 5

    ADELAIDE

    Enjoy a free day to explore Adelaide at your leisure, with the option to visit the renowned wine region of McLaren Vale. (B)

  6. 6

    BOARD THE INDIAN PACIFIC IN ADELAIDE

    Check out and enjoy some free time in Adelaide before transferring to Adelaide Parklands Terminal. Board the Indian Pacific, settle into your cabin and enjoy a welcome dinner as your journey begins. (B,D)

  7. 7

    INDIAN PACIFIC, BROKEN HILL

    Wake in Broken Hill and enjoy breakfast before choosing an Off Train Experience exploring the city’s history, art and culture. Return onboard for lunch and enjoy the passing scenery before your final dinner and night on the Indian Pacific. (B,L,D)

  8. 8

    INDIAN PACIFIC, BLUE MOUNTAINS AND SYDNEY

    Disembark the Indian Pacific after breakfast and explore the Blue Mountains. Choose between Scenic World’s mountain experiences or a guided walk before enjoying lunch at Echo Point. Continue by rail to Sydney Central Station, concluding your journey. (B,L)

    *Please note that the itinerary is subject to change.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • 3 nights aboard The Ghan Expedition, Darwin to Adelaide, including all meals, beverages, and Off Train Experiences in Katherine, Alice Springs, and Coober Pedy
  • Transfer from Adelaide Parklands Terminal to hotel
  •  2 nights’ accommodation in Adelaide, including breakfast daily
  • Transfer from hotel to Adelaide Parklands Terminal
  • 2 nights aboard the Indian Pacific, Adelaide to Sydney, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Broken Hill and the Blue Mountains
  •  8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners

Not included

  • Travel insurance
  • Airfares
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Accommodation used on this journey includes:

  •  3 nights on The Ghan Expedition
  • 2 nights at Crowne Plaza Adelaide
  • 2 nights on Indian Pacific
Platinum Service, Double Room
Platinum Service, Double Room
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

Standard of dress onboard the train:
It is your holiday and we want you to be comfortable, so smart casual attire is recommended. Warm clothes are recommended for evenings onboard the train, as the air-conditioning can be cool. It is recommended that guests pack a hat, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes for off-train touring. Sensible shoes are advisable for walking between carriages. 
Cabins onboard the train:
Single Gold Cabins - compact sleeper cabin featuring a bed that converts to a seat by day, private vanity, with shared shower/toilet facilities located at the end of the carriage.
Luggage Allowance:
Guests should bring an overnight bag to their cabin containing everything needed for the journey. Each guest travelling is entitled to checked in luggage, however checked in luggage cannot be accessed during the journey. In Gold Service, guests are allowed 2 bags x 30kg and guests travelling in Platinum Service are allowed 3 bags x 30kg.
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The fine print

Terms & conditions

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Journey Beyond Everyday Holiday Fare - a 25% deposit is due upon booking. Final payment is due 45 days prior to departure and will result in loss of deposit. 100% cancellation fees apply if cancelled 45 days or less than departure.

Journey Beyond Advance Saver Holiday Fare - This fare is a discounted fare made for bookings 6 months in advance and is subject to availability. Loss of deposit when cancelling more than 180 days prior to departure. 100% cancellation fees apply when cancelled less than 180 days prior to departure.

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