Combine the luxury of The Ghan with a 5 day Murray River Outback Heritage cruise aboard the Murray Princess, 3 nights in Darwin with a Darwin town tour and 4 nights in Adelaide with an Adelaide city tour, transfers and flights. Watch as the landscapes of Australia pass you by from your private cabin aboard The Ghan, from the hills and fields of South Australia, through the outback and to the lush and tropical Top End. Enjoy a 5 day river cruise along the Murray River taking in the view of the towering cliffs and sandy beaches as well as highlights such as cruising under floodlight, spotting for the abundant birdlife and wildlife, wine tastings at a beautiful cellar door and a guided tour of one of Australia’s most significant archaeological sites; Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park. Enjoy included off-train excursions on The Ghan journey to the Top End in Alice Springs, Katherine and Marla. Themes include: Rail and Sail, South Australia, Northern Territory, Departs from Adelaide, Ghan, River Cruising, Returns from Darwin. + Show more

Package Includes

The Ghan Adelaide to Darwin (Gold Class)
All Flights (home to Adelaide and Darwin to home)
4 Nights Adelaide Hotel (superior 4 star)
3 Nights Darwin Hotel (superior 4 star)
5 Day Murray Princess Outback Heritage Cruise
2 Nights The Ghan private Gold Class cabin
All meals onboard The Ghan, FREE beverages throughout your journey, FREE toiletries kit, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and commentary, use of "Outback Explorer Lounge"
All meals onboard the Murray Princess, FREE onshore tours, FREE guided nature walks and eco-excursions, FREE onboard presentations, FREE live entertainment, FREE onboard tea and coffee and FREE coach transfers from Adelaide
All The Ghan Off-Train Excursions & Activities (eg Katherine, Alice Springs & Marla)
Adelaide City Tour
Darwin Town Tour
Meet and Greet Personalised Return Transfers (Train Station, Hotel and Airport)

Highlights

The Ghan Alice Springs Adelaide Darwin Katherine Gouger Street Historic Churches Mannum Murray River North Adelaide Rundle Mall River Torrens Wineries Murray Bridge Katherine Gorge Wine Tastings 5 Day Murray River Outback Heritage Cruise Blanchetown Caurnamont Lock 1 Burk Salter Boutique Winery Swan Reach Swan Reach Museum Sunnydale Woolshed Show Native Wildlife Shelter Bush Walk Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park Guided Tour of Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park Rock Carvings Younghusband Wineries of South Australia Wildlife of South Australia World War II Oil Storage Tunnels Cyclone Tracy Museum Charles Darwin National Park Fannie Bay USS Peary Memorial Darwin Botanic Gardens Northern Territory Parliament House The Esplanade Darwin Convention Centre Lyons Cottage East Point Reserve Lake Alexander Cavanagh Street (old China Town) Chinese Temple Stokes Hill Fort Hill Wharf Trendy Darwin Wharf Bicentennial Park NT Government House Arafura Sea Palmerston

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DAY 1 Fly to Adelaide

As you arrive into Adelaide you can feel the history and culture of 'The City of Churches'. You will be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to your hotel. You can relax and use the rest of the day to explore your hotel and its facilities, perhaps take a stroll around the neighbourhood and central Adelaide.

Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation

DAY 2 Adelaide City Tour

Adelaide is famous for stylish architecture, beautiful parklands, boutique shopping, cafe strips, sandy swimming beaches, fabulous arts events, festivals, nightlife, and sandstone cottages with sweeping gardens. The diverse cultural mix of its population guarantees that the food is sensational. Adelaide is Australia's wine capital and lies between rolling hills to the east and beautiful sandy beaches to the west, with world class vineyards within easy reach.

Your friendly driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned luxury coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the onboard full commentary throughout the morning. Today see Victoria Square (heart of Adelaide City), Gouger Street (restaurant cafe strip), King William Street's famous boulevard, The Terraces (4 terraces that separate the city from its greenbelts) and Adelaide's magnificent parks, gardens and greenbelts. See River Torrens with its delightful garden banks, Parliament House, State Library, Trinity Church (Adelaide's oldest church), and fashionable Hutt Street. See Beehive Corner at Rundle Mall, Adelaide Oval (one of Australia's most notable cricket grounds and houses the Bradman collection), the quaint suburbs of historic North Adelaide and St Peter's Cathedral. See the National Wine Centre of Australia and Adelaide’s Cultural Boulevard of North Terrace - drive by the University, Library, Art Gallery & Museum.

Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick Ups, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation

DAY 3 Board the Murray Princess and Cruise to Caurnamont

This afternoon enjoy a scenic drive by luxury coach to Mannum to begin your 5 day Murray Princess Outback Heritage Cruise. Enjoy a Welcome Dinner as you cruise north towards Caurnamont. Look for nocturnal wildlife on the riverbank such as kangaroos, hairy-nosed wombats, tortoises and many other species as you enjoy music from your onboard entertainer and cruise under floodlight to your overnight mooring at Caurnamont.

Transfer to Mannum, Welcome Dinner, Onboard Entertainment, Overnight Accommodation Onboard the P.S. Murray Princess

DAY 4 Cruise from Caurnamont to Blanchetown

Take in the spectacular Murray River scenery at daybreak and watch for the prolific birdlife of the area including swans, pelicans and wrens. Enjoy a leisurely morning as you continue cruising north towards Blanchetown through one of the 13 locks that maintain the flow and water levels of the Murray River.

Arrive at your overnight mooring of Blanchetown this afternoon. As the sun sets, enjoy a guided tour of Burk Salter Wines vineyards and enjoy a wine tasting at the beautiful cellar door that is fitted out with red gum bars. After dinner, the evening wraps up with some light-hearted fun and friendly competition during the “Murray River Cup.”

Breakfast, Lunch, Winery Tour, Wine Tastings, Dinner, Overnight Accommodation Onboard the P.S. Murray Princess

DAY 5 Cruise from Blanchetown to Sunnydale

After breakfast cruise to Swan Reach, now home to native flower and fruit growers, the town was first settled in the 1850’s and was the largest of five sheep and cattle stations in the area.

Enjoy a guided walking tour of the township and visit the Swan Reach Museum. Cruise south towards Sunnydale and take in the tranquillity of the area as you reach your overnight mooring. On arrival at Sunnydale, it’s all ashore to watch the Woolshed Show, an insight into typical Australian Woolshed history. Later, visit the Native Wildlife Shelter where you can see some of South Australia’s most interesting native animals, before enjoying a special barbecue dinner cooked and served on the banks of the Murray River. After dinner you may choose to take an optional nocturnal tour to look for wildlife.

Breakfast, Lunch, Swan Reach Guided Tour, Woolshed Show, Native Wildlife Shelter, Special BBQ Dinner, Overnight Accommodation Onboard the P.S. Murray Princess

DAY 6 Cruise from Sunnydale to Younghusband

This morning, enjoy an early morning bush walk with the Captain or you may choose to experience an optional Bush Tucker Breakfast. Cruise downriver to Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park while taking in views of the spectacular cliffs scoured by the river over millions of years.

Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park is one of Australia’s most significant archaeological sites and home to the Nganguraku people who have lived there for at least 5000 years. Take a guided tour along the boardwalk to view ancient rock carvings and learn about the Aboriginal history of the area.

Later, return to the P.S. Murray Princess and continue cruising south to your overnight mooring, Younghusband. Enjoy a scenic tender boat ride along the way if you wish. Tonight, join your fellow cruise guests for your final delicious dinner in the Sturt Dining Room.

Breakfast, Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park Guided Tour, Lunch, Scenic Tender Boat Ride, Overnight Accommodation Onboard the P.S. Murray Princess

DAY 7 Cruise to Mannum

Today marks the end of your Murray River adventure. Cruise back to Mannum this morning. Say farewell to the Captain and crew after breakfast and enjoy your scenic coach transfer to your central Adelaide hotel.

Breakfast, Transfer to Adelaide, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation

DAY 8 Explore Adelaide

Spend the day taking in the sights and surrounds of Adelaide. Visit the famous Adelaide Hills or spend the day exploring the churches, parks and famous museums and galleries of Adelaide.

Alternatively, you could perhaps visit the seaside suburb of Glenelg, famous for its beaches and many tourist attractions, take a tour to the Barossa Wine Region, visit Victor Harbor or spend a day exploring Kangaroo Island.

The choice is yours.

Overnight Adelaide Accommodation

DAYS 9–11 The Ghan to Darwin

This morning you will be personally met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from your hotel to the The Ghan railway station to begin your journey to Darwin.

Take a magical journey through the heart of the continent, for three days you'll be transfixed by the sheer beauty of Australia's ever changing landscape, the green rolling hills of Australia's fertile south, the vibrant ochre earth and cobalt skies of Australia's red-centre and the balmy tropical grandeur of Northern Territory's capital Darwin.

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When you arrive into Darwin you can sense the cosmopolitan and thriving atmosphere of this historic tropical north Australian city. You will be personally met at The Ghan railway station by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to your Darwin hotel. You can relax and use the rest of the day to explore your hotel and its facilities, perhaps take a stroll around the neighbourhood and central Darwin.

Meet and Greet Personalised Rail Transfer, 2 Nights Gold Service Cabin on The Ghan, 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners, Luxury Alice Springs Coach Touring, Luxury Katherine Gorge Touring, Meet and Greet Personalised Hotel Transfer, Overnight Darwin Accommodation

DAY 12 Darwin City Tour

Today we embark on a fascinating guided tour of Darwin's rich culture and history. Your friendly local driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the on-board full commentary. Enjoy the colourful sights of this unique city, learn of the devastation of Cyclone Tracy, marvel at the majesty of Darwin Harbour, tour through the World War II Oil Storage Tunnels (engineering feat built to protect Darwin's oil supplies from the Japanese, now also houses a collection of Allied wartime photographs), see Sweetheart (famous 5.1m crocodile responsible for a series of attacks on boats) at the NT Museum and Art Gallery and see Historical Palmerston Town, Parliament House, Military Museum, Darwin Waterfront, Darwin Botanic Gardens, Fannie Bay Gaol, the Qantas Hanger, the Darwin Aviation Museum and much more.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Darwin's captivating tales, from its quirky characters to its rich heritage and World War II history. Be regaled by our expert local guide who will reveal the stories, people and anecdotes that have indelibly shaped this remarkable city.

Guided Tour with Hotel Pick Up, Overnight Darwin Accommodation

DAY 13 Explore Darwin

Cosmopolitan Darwin is the capital city of the Northern Territory and Australia's only tropical city, the city is vibrant and has a wealth of things to see and do, perhaps watch a glorious sunset over Fannie Bay, immerse yourself in the colourful, local Aboriginal culture, cruise around beautiful Darwin Harbour and meet the fearsome crocodiles at Crocosaurus Cove.

Alternatively, you could choose to take a day tour to Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park or to marvel at the awesome jumping crocodiles at Victoria River.

Spend the day exploring Darwin at your own pace before returning to your hotel for the evening.

Overnight Darwin Accommodation

DAY 14 Fly Home

Time to say goodbye to beautiful tropical Darwin, your fellow travellers and friendly hotel hosts. You will be personally met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.

Meet and Greet Personalised Departure Transfer

Inclusions Onboard The Ghan

Relax in your private Gold Class Cabin and watch the red heart of Australia pass by through your large window. Enjoy all meals onboard The Ghan in the stylish Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car (flexible times, hearty breakfasts, two course lunches, three course dinners). Your package includes FREE soft drinks, beers, high-quality standard wines, base spirits, tea and coffee throughout your journey on board. You will also receive a FREE toiletries kit. You have your own ensuite, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and detailed journey commentary (available from your cabin sound system) and you will love the cosy but exclusive atmosphere of the Outback Explorer Lounge. Your package includes Gold Class but can be upgraded to Platinum Class.

Upgrade to Platinum Class: Experience the luxury of larger cabin space (twice the size of a Gold Class Twin Cabin) along with private Platinum Transfers, in-cabin breakfasts and access to the exclusive new Platinum Lounge and Restaurant. See Upgrade Options below for details.

Inclusions aboard the Murray Princess

Relax in your private cabin onboard the PS Murray Princess along the Murray River and enjoy FREE full board cuisine, FREE onshore tours, FREE guided nature walks and eco-excursions, FREE onboard presentations, use of onboard leisure facilities such as the mini gym, FREE live entertainment, FREE onboard tea and coffee and FREE coach transfers from Adelaide. Your package includes an inside cabin but can be upgraded to an outside cabin or Stateroom.

Upgrade to an Outside Cabin: Outside cabins are located on the higher Randell and Cadell decks and open onto the outside deck area with picture windows to view the passing Murray River scenery.

Upgrade to a Stateroom: Staterooms feature double beds and are located on the Randell and Cadell decks. Each stateroom opens onto the outside deck area and includes a mini-bar, fridge and tea and coffee making facilities in the room.

Flights Included

This package includes all flights as detailed below in the price section (including all fees, levies and taxes). However, we can tailor this package to include our special discounted 'package only' airfares from anywhere. Simply let us know.

Airport, Port and Rail Transfers Included

You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport on arrival in Adelaide to your hotel and from Adelaide to Mannum to meet your cruise and return to Adelaide after your cruise. You will also be transferred from your Adelaide hotel to The Ghan railway station, from The Ghan railway station on arrival in Darwin to your hotel and from your hotel to the airport to meet your flight home.

All Off-Train Excursions & Activities Included

This package includes all Off-Train activities with various touring options:

Alice Springs: Choose from a selection of included tour options.

Katherine: Choose from a selection of included tour and gorge cruise options.

Marla: Disembark to enjoy the stillness of the outback at sunrise and a light breakfast and tea or coffee in this remote and tiny enclave.

The Ghan in Detail

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Prepare for a holiday of unimaginable proportions… aboard the legendary Ghan. This remarkable journey connects Darwin and Adelaide, travelling through the red heart of Australia. The contrast of the opulent Ghan journeying through the ever-changing landscape of rugged outback will live with you forever. From Adelaide, witness South Australia's rolling green hills gradually change to the ochre red of the Flinders Ranges, then travel through the Red Centre to Alice Springs, before reaching the tropical Top End through Katherine to Darwin. You will feel the true spirit of our ancient land.

When the train stops, the adventures begin with a wide choice of included off-train touring and activities. Onboard enjoy your elegant private cabin with ensuite and savour the delicious food and wines with incredible dining experiences and attentive service.

DISCOVER AUSTRALIA has included everything in your package, there’s no more to pay.

The Murray Princess in Detail

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Murray Princess Packages Include:

• All meals onboard (buffet & a la carte)

• Shore tours, guided walks, eco talks

• ‘Dragon-Fly’ flat-bottomed boat (tender tours)

• Live onboard entertainment

• Onboard presentations

• Local food & wine tastings

• Use of mini gym

• Free Wi-Fi, Turn Down Service (including a copy of the

following day’s itinerary), coffee and tea

Join the PS Murray Princess Crew on the mighty Murray River. The Murray basin covers one third of the Australian continent across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. Cruise this iconic Australian outback river highway in South Australia aboard the southern hemisphere’s largest inland paddle-wheeler, the PS Murray Princess.

Optional Upgrades

Ghan Expedition Upgrade

The Ultimate Ghan Experience. Upgrade to the ultimate “Ghan Expedition” for a special extended 4 day train journey allowing you to stop and really immerse yourself in some of the most remote yet captivating parts of Australia in style and luxury. Extras Include: extra night aboard The Ghan, extended off-train excursions and special BBQ dinner in Alice Springs, immersive Katherine touring/cruising options, full day in Coober Pedy where touring options come with gourmet lunch. The additional time taken creates an incredible, one-of-a-kind Ghan experience. The popular Ghan Expedition (4 day, 3 nights) operates from Darwin to Adelaide only between April and October. Upgrade your package to incorporate the amazing “Ghan Expedition”. + Show more

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