The Ghan Ultimate Gold Getaway - Alice Springs, Adelaide
The Ghan Ultimate Gold Getaway - Alice Springs, Adelaide
  • The Ghan Ultimate Gold Getaway - Alice Springs, Adelaide
  • The Ghan Ultimate Gold Getaway - Alice Springs, Adelaide

The Ghan Ultimate Gold Getaway - Alice Springs, Adelaide

Code: GSR012
  • $1093
  • Location: Adelaide, SA, Alice Springs, NT
  • For: 1 person
  1. Valid for 12 months
  2. Free exchange

This transcontinental adventure offers an unsurpassed view of Australia - North to South over two unforgettable days. Travel by rail between Adelaide and Alice Springs and you are embarking on one of the great train journeys of the world.

A journey on The Ghan is an incomparable way to travel to one of the two jewels of Australia's Northern Territory – the Red Centre and the tropical Top End. No journey aboard The Ghan is complete without taking in this must-see destination.

The Ghan's timetable makes the most of the daylight hours to offer unsurpassed views of the passing landscape. From the sweeping Adelaide Plains unfolding before your eyes to the majestic Flinders Ranges, this first stage of the journey offers a perspective on South Australia you simply can't afford to miss. Awake to a new day with a fresh panorama of this changing landscape. Red earth and cobalt blue skies – the essence of Central Australia takes on a character of its own with every passing hour.

Activity Highlights

  • Amazing scenery to be enjoyed while relaxing in the Outback Explorer Lounge
  • Delicious food freshly prepared by onboard chefs
  • Great social atmosphere, chance to meet likeminded travellers from all over the world and make new friends.
  • Whistle Stop Tours in Alice Springs and Katherine enhance the journey, allowing a short break to enjoy the scenery of these fantastic outback towns. (Optional, additional cost).

What's Included

  • Sleeper accommodation in Gold Service
  • Ensuite facilities in Twin Cabins, Single Cabins with shared facilities
  • All Meals included in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
  • Access to the Outback Explorer Lounge with bar facilities
  • Welcome reception and welcome drink
  • Tea and coffee available complimentary thought the journey
  • In cabin magazine and toiletries kit

IMPORTANT: Please note, this RedBalloon experience voucher entitles you to a is a ONE-WAY JOURNEY ONLY. You may choose which direction you wish to travel; either Alice Springs - Adelaide, or Adelaide - Springs.

This experience voucher is valid for 12 months from date of purchase.

Venue:

The Ghan departs from Adelaide Parklands Terminal, a 5 minute drive from the centre of Adelaide, or from Alice Springs Train Station.

Session Length

This experience runs for 2 days and 1 night, departing Adelaide at 12.20pm on Sundays all year round and Wednesdays between April and October. Departing Alice Springs on Thursdays all year round at 12.45pm and Sundays at 3.15pm between April and October.

Guidelines:

Participants must be fit for travel, if you have a medical condition or injury travel insurance is advised. Gold Service Cabins have upper berths which require access via a ladder. Single cabins have shared facilities. Those with movement impairments are required to travel with a carer.

Numbers:

Independent touring, however many other guests will be onboard the service at the same time.

Spectators:

Not suitable for spectators, only the option to wave goodbye to the guests from the departing train platform.

Weather:

In the case of extreme weather floods which prevented the train travelling we would advise guests as soon as the information is advised, normally 24-48 hour prior, a choice of alternative arrangements are advised.

Other Info:

IMPORTANT: Please arrive at the station one hour prior to departure with your booking confirmation number. Guests are permitted 2 bags per person of no more than 20kg per bag. One cabin bag per person is required for overnight requirement.

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