Featuring Florence Falls and a Charles Darwin Sunset buffet cruise
7 Days
27 August to 2 September 2025
Active
$8,485pptw
170 villabucks
Featuring Florence Falls and a Charles Darwin Sunset buffet cruise
Discover Darwin’s ancient landscapes, famous waterways and abundant wildlife before taking an epic rail journey on the legendary Ghan through the heart of Australia’s outback to Adelaide, stopping en-route for some amazing off-train adventures. Explore the ruggedly beautiful Litchfield National Park, enjoy a sunset dinner cruise on Darwin Harbour and explore the waters of Corroboree Billabong and the Mary River Wetlands in a safari wildlife cruise. Then it’s all aboard The Ghan for a memorable four-day journey to Adelaide, stopping along the way at iconic outback destinations of Katherine, Alice Springs and Coober Pedy.
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Darwin (D)
We collect you from home for your holiday to prepare and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Darwin. Overnight: Hilton, Darwin
Day 2. Litchfield National Park (BLD)
Thundering falls, rainforest, intriguing magnetic termite mounds and pandanus-lined pools of Litchfield National Park are on the cards for your day full of adventure. See rugged sandstone escarpments, historic ruins and the spectacular Florence Falls, before retreating to walk through shady monsoon forests. Overnight: Hilton, Darwin
Day 3. Wetlands, Museum and Sunset Buffet Cruise (BLD)
Travel the Arnhem Highway and board the Wildlands Billabong Cruise to explore the Corroboree Billabong and the Mary River Wetlands. Refuel with a light lunch at the Corroboree Park Tavern, view stunning water lilies as you search for crocodiles and birds. Back in Darwin, visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, then enjoy dinner on an incredible Sunset Buffet Harbour Cruise. Overnight: Hilton, Darwin
Day 4. The Ghan – Katherine (BLD)
Wake early to board your great rail adventure on the legendary Ghan with Gold Service inclusions, your world class holiday begins! As The Ghan begins its journey from Darwin to Adelaide, enjoy a morning at leisure, taking in the magnificent scenery as you discover Australia by train. When it's time for brunch, savour a regionally inspired menu, accompanied by an all-inclusive selection of beverages. In the early afternoon, arrive at the Top End township of Katherine for your first Off Train Experience. Overnight: The Ghan
Day 5. The Ghan - Alice Springs (BLD)
This morning, you will be greeted by views of the expansive red heart of Australia. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before your mid-morning arrival into the outback town of Alice Springs. Spend the afternoon exploring the Red Centre on your choice of Off Train Experiences, which includes lunch off-train. In the evening, rejoin your fellow guests for a spectacular dinner under a blanket of stars at the historic Alice Springs Telegraph Station before reboarding The Ghan to continue your journey south. Overnight: The Ghan
Day 6. The Ghan – Coober Pedy (BLD)
Start your day admiring the early morning colours of central South Australia at the remote railway siding of Manguri. After breakfast on board, travel into the weird and wonderful opal mining township of Coober Pedy, where more than half of the residents live underground. Here, you will enjoy a day of discovery on your Off Train Experiences, including a lunch in the most unique of locations: underground. Tonight, dinner is served on board as you make the most of your final night on The Ghan. Overnight: The Ghan
Day 7. The Ghan – Adelaide and homeward bound (B)
Watch the heart of the outback give way to the fertile hills and vineyards of the Clare Valley and the Mount Lofty Ranges. As we arrive in Adelaide it’s time to bid farewell to The Ghan and enjoy a day in the Botanic Gardens or get lost in the fabulous displays at the Art Gallery of South Australia before we transfer you to the Adelaide Airport for the return evening flight to Perth. Upon arrival in Perth, we will see you safely home.
Please note: There is an opportunity to extend your stay in Adelaide. Enquire with our Villa team.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. FreeCall 08 9754 2026 for details.
Guide: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
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Dates & Pricing
$8,485pptw
no additional single supplement charge
Highlights
• The legendary Ghan (Darwin to Adelaide)
• Off-train excursions in Katherine, Alice Springs & Coober Pedy
• Unique Charles Darwin Sunset Buffet Cruise
• Uncover wonders of Litchfield National Park
• Spectacular Florence Falls
• Board a Wildlands Billabong cruise
• Beautiful Botanic Gardens of Adelaide
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, Western Australia)
• Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, Western Australia)
• 17 meals – 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
• 6 nights’ accommodation
• All-inclusive dining with Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic drinks (on The Ghan rail journey)
• Tours & attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader
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Dates & Pricing
Duration: 7 Days
Dates: 27 August to 2 September 2025
Activity Level: Active
$8,485pptw
no additional single supplement charge
Earn: 170 villabucks
Highlights
• The legendary Ghan (Darwin to Adelaide)
• Off-train excursions in Katherine, Alice Springs & Coober Pedy
• Unique Charles Darwin Sunset Buffet Cruise
• Uncover wonders of Litchfield National Park
• Spectacular Florence Falls
• Board a Wildlands Billabong cruise
• Beautiful Botanic Gardens of Adelaide
Inclusions
• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, Western Australia)
• Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, Western Australia)
• 17 meals – 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
• 6 nights’ accommodation
• All-inclusive dining with Australian wines, beers, base spirits and non-alcoholic drinks (on The Ghan rail journey)
• Tours & attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Darwin (D)
We collect you from home for your holiday to prepare and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Darwin. Overnight: Hilton, Darwin
Day 2. Litchfield National Park (BLD)
Thundering falls, rainforest, intriguing magnetic termite mounds and pandanus-lined pools of Litchfield National Park are on the cards for your day full of adventure. See rugged sandstone escarpments, historic ruins and the spectacular Florence Falls, before retreating to walk through shady monsoon forests. Overnight: Hilton, Darwin
Day 3. Wetlands, Museum and Sunset Buffet Cruise (BLD)
Travel the Arnhem Highway and board the Wildlands Billabong Cruise to explore the Corroboree Billabong and the Mary River Wetlands. Refuel with a light lunch at the Corroboree Park Tavern, view stunning water lilies as you search for crocodiles and birds. Back in Darwin, visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, then enjoy dinner on an incredible Sunset Buffet Harbour Cruise. Overnight: Hilton, Darwin
Day 4. The Ghan – Katherine (BLD)
Wake early to board your great rail adventure on the legendary Ghan with Gold Service inclusions, your world class holiday begins! As The Ghan begins its journey from Darwin to Adelaide, enjoy a morning at leisure, taking in the magnificent scenery as you discover Australia by train. When it's time for brunch, savour a regionally inspired menu, accompanied by an all-inclusive selection of beverages. In the early afternoon, arrive at the Top End township of Katherine for your first Off Train Experience. Overnight: The Ghan
Day 5. The Ghan - Alice Springs (BLD)
This morning, you will be greeted by views of the expansive red heart of Australia. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before your mid-morning arrival into the outback town of Alice Springs. Spend the afternoon exploring the Red Centre on your choice of Off Train Experiences, which includes lunch off-train. In the evening, rejoin your fellow guests for a spectacular dinner under a blanket of stars at the historic Alice Springs Telegraph Station before reboarding The Ghan to continue your journey south. Overnight: The Ghan
Day 6. The Ghan – Coober Pedy (BLD)
Start your day admiring the early morning colours of central South Australia at the remote railway siding of Manguri. After breakfast on board, travel into the weird and wonderful opal mining township of Coober Pedy, where more than half of the residents live underground. Here, you will enjoy a day of discovery on your Off Train Experiences, including a lunch in the most unique of locations: underground. Tonight, dinner is served on board as you make the most of your final night on The Ghan. Overnight: The Ghan
Day 7. The Ghan – Adelaide and homeward bound (B)
Watch the heart of the outback give way to the fertile hills and vineyards of the Clare Valley and the Mount Lofty Ranges. As we arrive in Adelaide it’s time to bid farewell to The Ghan and enjoy a day in the Botanic Gardens or get lost in the fabulous displays at the Art Gallery of South Australia before we transfer you to the Adelaide Airport for the return evening flight to Perth. Upon arrival in Perth, we will see you safely home.
Please note: There is an opportunity to extend your stay in Adelaide. Enquire with our Villa team.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. FreeCall 08 9754 2026 for details.
Image: Journey BeyondNew Paragraph
Guide:
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
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Relaxed
Suitable for travellers with lower mobility.
You will be required to embark/disembark coaches, trains and other transport via steps unaided. You must be able to carry your own luggage and walk short distances. Stairs may need to be negotiated at times. Travellers with walking aids (sticks and walkers) are welcome and those requiring accompanying assistance and/or carer may consider these holidays.
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Required to walk confidently and unaided.
Expect guided walking tours of attractions with occasional inclines and stair climbs, some long days and multiple hotel changes during the holiday. Your accommodation may require access via stairs, a short walk to reach hotel facilities and have showers over baths. Walkers are ok unless there is overnight rail or cruising included in the tour.
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Active
Requires some fitness. Involves longer days filled with activities, excursions requiring standing and walking for extended periods of time and nature-based activities. You will be required to walk confidently over uneven ground and surfactant at a timely pace.
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Requires good general fitness. Excursions will be over more difficult terrain and require a certain level of agility. You will be required to walk confidently for up to 3 hours over uneven surfaces including soft sand, rocky surfaces and creek crossing. Some itineraries will explore remote locations. No walkers allowed.
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Challenging
A high level of fitness is required. Tours have an emphasis on active pursuits and often explore remote locations which are challenging to access. You will be required to walk confidently for up to 6 or more hours per day and have experience in outdoor pursuits. No walkers allowed.
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