You can mull over some things in life. Like a glass of red on a cosy evening in, or The Age’s daily crossword. Others require action to ensure you’re not kicking yourself later for missing out. Like booking a trip on one of The Ghan’s Holiday Packages for 2023. Why? Because their Platinum and Gold Twin cabins are almost sold out for 2023! Eek! Luckily, it’s not too late to book!
We’re not ones to strong-arm anyone – we consider ourselves more travel enablers, giving you inspo on the daily. We do, however, consider Karryon to be the shrill alarm to your snooze button. If you’ve hit snooze on the thought that you’d book your Ghan adventure later, we’re here to tell you later has arrived, and the alarm is going off relentlessly.
Before you wake in panic (you know the kind that follows your alarm pulling you from a dream), we said almost sold out. It’s not too late: there are still Platinum and Gold twins available, and we’ve got the lowdown on which packages you can snag to get those coveted last spots. Phew.
The legendary Ghan
A journey on the country’s most famous train is a rite of passage for every Australian and visitor alike. The Ghan has been passing the Outback’s ochre plains from Darwin to Adelaide and back for 90+ years!
When you travel on The Ghan, you’re claiming your connection to this piece of Australian history. You’re also saying yes to an elevated journey filled with luxury, pampering, and wonder.
Red Centre Spectacular
For a true immersion into the best of the Red Centre, hop aboard this spectacular 11-day Northern Territory and South Australian journey.
Alongside passage on the iconic Ghan, the package includes 5 days with Outback Spirit as they tour you through the Red Centre’s epic highlights. This includes (of course) Uluru and Kata Tjuta, plus the West MacDonnell Ranges, Kings Creek Station, and Mount Connor, the third rock.
The saying “you snooze, you lose”, could very well refer to the sense of loss of having to wait another year to finally make it on this mesmerising journey.
Package highlights include:
- 1 night aboard The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Alice Springs, including all meals and beverages, plus Off Train Experiences in Katherine’s Nitmiluk Gorge and Alice Springs
- 2 nights’ Alice Springs accommodation, including breakfast
- 5 nights small-group touring with Outback Spirit in a whizz-bang 4WD Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Tour includes accommodation, meals and expert guides
- 2 nights aboard The Ghan Expedition from Alice Springs to Adelaide, including all meals and beverages. Plus, enjoy an exciting Off Train Experience to the fascinating Coober Pedy.
- Meals include 10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 8 dinners
- Prices from $9,325* per person, twin share
- Find out more here
The Ultimate Territory Tour
For a 15-day ultimate escape, book The Ultimate Territory Tour.
Go deep into the best of the Northern Territory with The Ghan and Outback Spirit on an immersive experience through the heart of Australia.
This is an outstanding adventure that you won’t want to sleep on.
Package highlights include:
- 1 night aboard The Ghan from Adelaide to Alice Springs, including meals, beverages, and an Off Train Experience in Marla
- 2 nights accommodation in Alice Springs, including breakfast
- 5 nights on an intimate small-group Red Centre tour with Outback Spirit, including accommodation, guided experiences, and meals
- 1 night aboard The Ghan from Alice Springs to Darwin, including meals, beverages, and an Off Train Experience in Katherine
- 3 nights accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast
- A fabulous Darwin Harbour Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise (excluding March travel)
- 2 nights intimate small-group Kakadu, East Alligator River, and Litchfield touring with Outback Spirit. Enjoy accommodation, guided touring and meals, along with a comfortable 4WD Mercedes-Benz ride
- 14 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 10 dinners
- Prices from $11,050* per person, twin share
- Find out more here
Top End Explorer
The Top End is synonymous with ancient natural wonders, rich Indigenous cultures, and the tropical oasis of Darwin.
On this 8-day trip, head northbound on The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin. You’ll then experience the best of the Top End, including an idyllic introduction to the region’s most impressive habitats at Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks.
This package is not a dream. Wake up and make the Top End Explorer a 2023 reality.
Trip highlights include:
- 2 nights aboard The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin, including meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs, and Katherine
- 3 nights accommodation in Darwin, including breakfast
- 2 nights of small-group touring with Outback Spirit, including guided tours of Kakadu, East Alligator River, and Litchfield, accommodation and meals
- A half-day Darwin City Sights tour (excluding March, April, and October travel dates) and a Darwin Harbour Dinner Cruise (excluding March dates)
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners
- Prices from $5,175* per person, twin share
- Find out more here
Agents, the deets you need
No more snoozing! Catch the express train to get your clients booked into these coveted last spots for 2023. Did we mention there are Platinum, yes PLATINUM cabins still available?! You can lock in those lucky last cabins by phoning Journey Beyond’s res team on 1800 703 357, via their online booking engine or by emailing tradesales@journeybeyond.com.
To get your clients on board the hurry express, use The Ghan’s campaign assets to create effortless campaigns. You’ll find Facebook tiles, eDM headers, and editable flyers on the Tools & Assets page of the Journey Beyond Experience Hub.
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