Darwin Sunsets & Kakadu Explorer with the Ghan Expedition

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Explore Darwin's waterfront and vibrant markets, then visit Kakadu National Park to experience its diverse landscapes, ancient Aboriginal rock art, and abundant wildlife. Take a boat cruise on Yellow Water Billabong to spot crocodiles and birds, and visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to learn about the region's rich Indigenous history.

Relax on the Gaze and Graze Sunset Cruise along Darwin Harbour, savoring a grazing platter while enjoying the sunset over the water.

After your time in Darwin, board the 4-day Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Adelaide. This luxurious train journey takes you through Australia's outback, with stops at iconic locations like Alice Springs and Coober Pedy, offering a mix of stunning landscapes, cultural experiences, and comfort.

Arrive in Darwin and settle into your accommodation. Spend the evening exploring the Darwin Waterfront or visit the Mindil Beach Sunset Market .

On your second day enjoy a tour with AAT Kings out to Kakadu - a World Heritage-listed site and the largest national park in Australia offering one of the most diverse landscapes you'll ever encounter. From its rocky escarpments to vast floodplains teeming with wildlife, Kakadu is a natural wonder. Experience ancient Aboriginal rock art, some dating back over 20,000 years, and explore the park's rich history and culture. Departing Darwin, you'll travel along the Arnhem Highway, passing through wetlands and major river systems on your way to Kakadu National Park, located 250 kilometers east of Darwin. At the Warradjan Cultural Centre, you'll learn about the traditions of the Aboriginal people in the region. Enjoy a guided cruise on the Yellow Water Billabong, where you'll have the chance to spot saltwater crocodiles and a variety of birds. You'll also visit Burrungkuy (Nourlangie), home to spectacular Aboriginal rock art. Optional scenic flights are available for an additional cost. Lunch is included during the day. Return to Darwin in the evening for a relaxed dinner at one of the local seafood restaurants.

During the rest of your time here, explore Darwin at your leisure, visiting places like the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, or the Darwin Botanic Gardens. In the evening, board the Gaze and Graze Sunset Cruise with Darwin Harbour Cruises where you'll enjoy a beautiful sunset over Darwin Harbour while savoring a delicious grazing platter.

Explore more of Darwin's sights, such as the Darwin Military Museum or Crocodylus Park, or relax at Fannie Bay. Enjoy a leisurely lunch with local specialties before shopping for souvenirs or taking a walk at East Point Reserve. For your last evening, dine at the Darwin Sailing Club or experience the nightlife on Mitchell Street.

After boarding the train, settle into the comforts of The Ghan, relax in your cabin, or mingle with fellow travellers in the Outback Explorer Lounge. Enjoy lunch ahead of your Off Train Experience in Katherine. In a region renowned for jaw-dropping natural assets, Katherine boasts one of the Top End's best - the incredible Nitmiluk Gorge and a cruise is on offer to showcase the beauty of this spot. Alternatively, the Katherine Outback Experience lets you into the lives of those who call the outback home, while the Cutta Cutta Cave system is home to a variety of native wildlife and is rich in Indigenous culture and modern European history. Alternatively, take it all in from the air, with an optional upgrade helicopter flight over Nitmiluk. Back on the train, you'll enjoy the cuisine and creature comforts of The Ghan, including a delectable on-board dinner, as you continue on towards Alice Springs.

Your arrival into Alice Springs after breakfast provides you with time to explore this iconic town in the red heart of Australia on an Off Train Experience. There's an experience to suit everyone, including an off-road e-bike adventure, the Alice Explorer tour that takes in the historic Telegraph Station and Royal Flying Doctor Service, a cultural experience at Standley Chasm, meeting the wildlife at the Desert Park, or taking in the astounding beauty of Simpson's Gap. Alternatively, spot Uluru and Kata Tjuta from the air, with an optional upgrade scenic flight. In the evening, the hallmark experience of The Ghan Expedition begins. Dine under a blanket of stars at the Alice Springs Telegraph Station, with red earth at your feet and white tablecloths at your fingertips. This will be a night to remember.

From your morning stop at Manguri, you'll venture into the weird and wonderful opal mining township of Coober Pedy, where more than half of the residents live underground. Here, you'll enjoy a day of discovery, and a gourmet lunch in the most unique of locations: underground. Off Train Experiences on offer include exploring the majestic Breakaways, touring the town, learning more about mining history on the Opal Experience, or an optional upgrade with the Painted Hills and Lake Eyre scenic flight. Dinner is served back on the train, where you can enjoy a nightcap as your journey continues.

This morning, you'll see a dramatic change in landscape as the rich ochre tones of the outback make way for the green fields of South Australia. Enjoy a leisurely brunch as you pass through the Flinders Ranges before arriving in Adelaide.

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