The Ghan - Fly Free 2025

Cruise Express

Australian owned and operated

The Ghan - Fly Free 2025

All inclusive tours Fly FREE

Regarded as one of the world’s greatest rail journeys, this northbound crossing covers 2,979 kilometres and provides unparalleled comfort and access to spectacular and diverse landscapes from the pastoral hues of the South Australian plains, remote and breathtaking parts of Australia’s Red Centre and to the tropical greens of Katherine and Darwin.

Ultimate Territory Tour – If your dream is to see the best of the Australian outback and immerse yourself in the heart of it with hands-on experiences, this is the ultimate escape. It doesn’t come any better than travelling on The Ghan, exploring Uluru and Kata Tjuta, cruising Nitmiluk Gorge in Katherine and exploring Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, all in one sensational journey through the nation’s heartland.

Red Centre Spectacular – Settle into The Ghan’s gentle rhythm as you travel through the country and immerse yourself in the Northern Territory’s breathtaking natural wonders on this spectacular 11-day journey. From exploring the West MacDonnell Ranges to taking your place beside spiritual Uluru and Kata Tjuta, you’ll understand why people travel great distances to see the Territory’s remarkable landscapes and icons.

FREE return flights* at the beginning and end of your journey
All Gold Class fares – BOOK BY 31 MAR 2025

The Ghan

Highlights

There’s nothing like putting down your suitcase and allowing your journey to simply unfold. Once you step aboard our trains, you can relax, knowing everything has been considered and included in your fare.

From world-class food and wine to a range of immersive Off Train Experiences, the hardest decision you’ll need to make is what to have for lunch and which experience to join.

Ultimate Territory Tour

  • 15 days – Adelaide to Darwin
  • 16 days – Darwin to Adelaide
  • FREE return flights* at the beginning and end of your journey
  • 2 nights aboard The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences (Darwin to Adelaide includes 3 nights aboard The Ghan)
  • 7 nights of intimate small-group Red Centre touring with Outback Spirit, including accommodation, meals, beverages and guided touring
  • 3 nights in Darwin including breakfast and a Darwin Harbour Sunset dinner cruise
  • Visit Kings Canyon, journey through the West MacDonnell Ranges, explore Standley Chasm, Ormiston Gorge and experience the World Heritage-listed Uluru with a guided base tour
  • 2 nights of intimate small-group Kakadu, East Alligator River and Litchfield touring with Outback Spirit, travelling on board a state-of-the-art 4WD Mercedes-Benz vehicle, including accommodation, guided touring and meals

For a full list of inclusions and itinerary – click below:

Ultimate Territory Tour Fares

Multiple dates between April and October

Cabin
Gold Premium Twin from $12,315*
Gold Twin from $12,180*
Gold Single from $14,260*

NOTE: Fares are based on Adelaide to Darwin itinerary – lowest fares available as at 7 January 2025, subject to change and availability at any time without notice. Fares change depending on departure date and direction of travel. Please ask our Travel Specialists for available dates and fares.

Red Centre Spectacular

  • 10 days – Adelaide to Darwin
  • 11 days – Darwin to Adelaide 
  • FREE return flights* at the beginning and end of your journey
  • 2 nights aboard The Ghan Expedition Adelaide to Darwin, including all meals and beverages, and Off Train Experiences (Darwin to Adelaide includes 3 nights aboard The Ghan)
  • 7 nights of intimate small-group touring with Outback Spirit, travelling on board a state-of-the-art 4WD Mercedes-Benz vehicle, including accommodation, meals and guided touring
  • Visit Kings Canyon, journey through the West MacDonnell Ranges, explore Standley Chasm, Ormiston Gorge and experience the World Heritage-listed Uluru with a guided base tour

For a full list of inclusions and itinerary – click below:

Red Centre Spectacular

Fares

Cabin
Gold Premium Twin from $9,875*
Gold Twin from $8,940*
Gold Single from $10,750*

NOTE: Fares are based on Adelaide to Darwin itinerary – lowest fares available as at 8 January 2025, subject to change and availability at any time without notice. Fares change depending on departure date and direction of travel. Please ask our Travel Specialists for available dates and fares.

Call 1300 766 537 or complete the form below to enquire

The Ghan - Fly Free 2025

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

*Prices are advertised in Australian dollars and are per person based on twin share or solo occupancy. Pricing is correct as of 8 January 2025 and is subject to change depending on the travel date, seasonality, departure city, surcharges and taxes. All fares are subject to the terms and conditions as set out by Cruise Express and its suppliers which may be obtained at the time of booking. Deposit and cancellation amounts are available from your Travel Specialist and vary depending on fare type book. Amendment fees apply. Cruise Express reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions and to cancel any product or service offered in the event of such error or omission. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance as soon as possible after paying your deposit. *Free return flights: Offer valid for new bookings made between 20/12/2024 - 31/03/2025 and for travel between 01/04/2025 - 31/10/2025 in Gold Service cabins for The Red Centre Spectacular and/or The Ultimate Territory Tour only. Advertised package price is per person based on the Everyday fare for northbound travel. Prices and Off Train Experiences may vary with vice versa train travel. Flight offers are available from major capital cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Hobart, Darwin or Canberra. Flights are subject to a dollar limit of $1,000 and includes economy airfares and taxes. For business class, the difference between the lowest bookable economy class fare and business class fare will be paid by the passenger. All offers are subject to airline availability. Qantas is our preferred carrier and if flights are unavailable, we will look to book you on another suitable carrier for similar times. Flight tickets will not be booked until booking deposit has been received. Fly free is only applicable to a return airfare to and from your home airport. Free flights are valid on the most direct route. Stopovers are not permitted. Amendments to ticketed flights will incur airline-related charges and a $50pp admin fee. Changes may not be possible if cancellation happens whilst on tour. Any cancellations of ticketed flights may be subject to third party fees and charges as per Airline T&Cs. No flight credits will be given for tickets issued under this campaign.

Free newsletters and specials

Sign up so you don't miss out on our latest holiday offers and news. You can update subscription details at the bottom of any email.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Don’t worry, we hate spam too.

Need more information?

Payment Options

Read more

Travel Insurance

Read more

Cruise Check In

Read more

Visa Information

Read more
Get in touch
Contact us if you would like to arrange a face-to-face or virtual meeting.