Limited Time Offer: The Ghan 3-Day Rail Discovery Journey with Sunset Cruise + Two-Night Stays in Adelaide & Darwin

Booking Summary: After you book, please follow the instructions in your booking summary email and ensure you complete your Traveller Details in full.

• Luxury Escapes asks that you please complete the Traveller Details form in your ‘My Escapes’ account within 48 hours of booking. Following its completion, our Tours Concierge Team will be in touch to assist with any additional arrangements – including flights.
• Traveller Details are required in full to confirm all arrangements for your tour. Please complete the Traveller Details form as soon as possible in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Failure to complete the form within 30 days of departure may result in losing your spot on the tour.
• If your booking is on a non-guaranteed departure, this initial email is not your tour confirmation. Tours often require a minimum number of travellers to go ahead, so your departure may not be guaranteed immediately.
• Please note that for guaranteed departures, a minimum of two people are required to book. In the event that only one passenger has booked, you will be given the opportunity to move your departure to another date.
• Once there is an update on the status of your tour, you will be contacted via email by the Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge Team, and they will advise whether the tour has been confirmed. Please do not book flights or make any non-flexible arrangements until you receive this update.
• Should you require assistance with your tour, please contact our Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com, who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey.
• For tours that allow children, the child must be 10 years or over and must share a room with an adult (18+).
• Children are the same price as adults.
• Solo packages are available upon request only. Please contact our sales team for availability at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
• This tour is a limited-time only offer, book by 7 May 2026 to secure your departure.

Please note, our 7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee and Date Change policy does not apply to Tours

Deposits

• Please note that initial deposits are non-refundable but may be applied to another tour of equal or higher value within 30 days.

Service Fee

• The service fee included in the Payment Schedule is non-refundable.

Cancellation Policy

• Outside of the transferable deposit, all payments and service fees are non-refundable.
• Where Luxury Escapes Tours may allow a cancellation for credit due to exceptional circumstances (and at its sole discretion) and where a cancellation/credit is not otherwise permitted, a service fee of A$300 per person will apply.
• For Trusted Partner operated tours, additional fees may apply.

Date Changes

• Changes can be made on request by contacting the Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
  • Booking changes may include, but are not limited to, date change, tour changes, name changes and name corrections.
  • Date changes and tour changes may be permitted up to 190 days before departure, depending on the tour booked.
  • If date changes are permitted on the tour, the cost of your new tour must be of equal or greater value than your current tour.
  • If the request is a change from a tour of higher value to a tour of lesser value, any difference in the tour prices will not be refunded.
  • Tours pricing is dynamic and subject to change at any time.
  • Changes are not permitted after your final payment date.
  • For Trusted Partner operated tours, additional fees may apply.
• Date change conditions listed above do not apply to flights or pre- and post-tour accommodation booked with us. Flight fulfilment and changes are governed by the airline(s) selected at the time of booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s). For pre- and post-tour accommodation, these reservations are not directly linked to your tour and may require a separate cost to change, as stated in your ‘My Escapes.’

Itinerary Amendments & Changes

• Occasionally our itineraries are updated prior to departure. This may be to accommodate changes in weather, public holidays, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances.
• In the event of a change in itinerary (for safety reasons or due to events outside of our control) that results in cancellation or change fees toward flights (or other parts of your travel) we will notify you as soon as practicable.
• You will be responsible for any associated costs or will otherwise have the right to a refund (less any costs incurred or paid to third parties).

Surcharges

• After completing your booking, your tour cost may be subject to additional surcharges due to factors beyond the control of Luxury Escapes.
• Where the cost of delivering your selected tour materially increases between the time of purchase and delivery, we reserve the right to increase the balance due. Increases may be in relation to, but not limited to, currency fluctuations, taxes, airfares, fuel surcharges, tour costs or government changes due to health and safety restrictions. A material increase will be considered one in excess of 10% of the package price.

Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.

Accommodation for the duration of your tour is included in the Tour package.

• You can find relevant accommodation details for each day of the itinerary on the Tour offer page, or in your ‘My Escapes’.

Please note:

• Accommodation is subject to availability and may be substituted for a hotel of a similar or higher standard without notice.
• Rooms will be made available after 3pm on the day of arrival. Checkout is required by 11am. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request, subject to availability. Additional fees may apply.
• Maximum room capacity (Twin Room) is two adults. Maximum room capacity (Solo) is one adult.
• All special requests, such as those regarding bedding preferences, are subject to availability and can only be confirmed upon check-in. Room assignments and bedding configurations may vary based on the destination and hotel policies, and are handled directly by the hotel staff.

Hotel Alba Inclusions:

• Daily buffet breakfast at ela
• A$30 dining credit to use at ela
• Adelaide Hills tour with Murray River lunch cruise and return transfers
• Welcome drink served on arrival at ela
• Self-parking for one vehicle per package
• Guaranteed 12pm late checkout

Fine Print:

• Daily buffet breakfast is served at ela from 7am to 10am. Includes one drink of espresso coffee, tea or juice.
• Welcome drink is served on arrival at ela and includes one house beer, wine or soft drink per person.
• Onsite secure self-parking is valid for one vehicle per package. Includes a choice of above-ground or undercover parking.
• Dining credit (select packages): The included credit must be used in one transaction during your stay. Any unused credit will be forfeited and is not transferable or redeemable for cash. Credit can be used at is valid at ela during regular trading hours. No minimum spend applies

Adelaide Hills Tour Inclusions & Fine Print:

• Not valid for children (18+) or any additional guests.
• Includes: Full-day (up to nine hours) tour of the Adelaide Hills with stops at Mount Lofty Summit (*subject to weather conditions), Carminow Castle (drive by), Thorngrove Manor, Bridgewater Mill, Beerenberg Farm Shop and Murray Bridge. Three-hour cruise on the Murray River aboard the Captain Proud paddleboat. Two-course lunch served during cruise. Return transfers from Adelaide CBD, Glenelg and Hahndorf hotels (please advise of pick-up location at time of booking).
• Available every day: Pick-up from 8.30am. Drop-off from 5.30pm (approximately).
• Excludes: Additional meals and drinks.
• How to redeem: Once your booking is confirmed you will be able to select dates through MyEscapes. After you have made your date request, you will automatically receive confirmation of your requested date (if available) to your nominated email address. CP Tours and Charters will be in contact within one business day to confirm your booking and arrange a pick-up time with you directly.
• Please Note: Bookings are not valid on 25 December (Christmas Day).
• Pick-up times will be confimed the night before as per your pick-up location.
• Please ensure you are at your pick-up location no later than the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer.
• Unless stated, a vehicle may be shared with a maximum of 11 passengers. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled.
• Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions.
• Tour itineraries, routes and stops may change or be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, road hazards or mechanical issues.
• Lunch menu is seasonal and subject to change. Any excess amount is payable directly to CP Tours and Charters.
• Dietary requirements can be catered for, please make a note when booking.
• Please allow up to nine hours for this experience, including travel time.
• Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer.
• Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date.

Pre- & Post-Tour Accommodation

Pre- and post-tour accommodation can be booked to extend your stay before or after your tour by contacting our Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.

Luxury Escapes uses a range of accommodation partners. For pre- and post-tour accommodation options where we can offer the same hotel as the start and end of your tour, your pre- and post-tour accommodation will be booked independent of your tour. If the hotel for your tour changes, this will be independent of your pre- or post-tour accommodation booking. In this instance, change fees may apply on your pre- or post-tour accommodation. If you choose to change, change fees can be found in your ‘My Escapes’.

For pre- and post-tour accommodation bookings, you may be required to check out of your room and check in again on the first or last day of your tour. You will need to confirm these details directly with the hotel.

Please contact the Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.

• Return international flights
• Return airport transfers
• Transfers from train station to/from hotel
• Visas
• Single supplement
• Meals/drinks not stated in the itinerary
• Optional activities/tours, personal expenses/transfers not mentioned
• Travel insurance (required)
• Tips and gratuities
• Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.

• Optional experiences may be cancelled if minimum numbers to operate are not met. Final confirmation of your optional excursions and activities will be provided while on tour.
• Optional experiences can only be booked online up to 187 days prior to departure, dependent on your tour’s guidelines, via My Escapes or by contacting our dedicated Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
• Optional experiences that require flight bookings are on a request basis, subject to availability until booked and confirmed, and may incur surcharges.
• Bookings for optional experiences can be made via My Escapes. After this time, optional experiences can be booked through your tour guide on the tour.
• All optional experiences are subject to availability.
• Optional experiences may be updated prior to departure to accommodate changes in weather, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances.
• Optional experiences are non-refundable within 60 days of departure, unless cancelled due minimum numbers on tour not being met or unforeseen circumstances on tour.
• For all optional experiences, the following apply:
  • What to bring: Enclosed sturdy shoes are required. Sunscreen, a hat, trousers and long sleeves are highly recommended. Guests on Alice Springs experiences are advised to take appropriate clothing with them for the Telegraph Station Outback Dinner as they may not be able to return to the train between activities.
  • Weight restrictions apply: The maximum weight of any individual may not exceed 100kg (Alice Springs experiences) or 130kg (Katherine experiences), dependent on activity.
  • Recommended Fitness Level: Moderate level mobility is required; guests must be able to board and disembark all aircraft unassisted. The Ultimate Uluru experience includes a guided walk, during which some walking and standing is required.

• Gold Cabin passengers are permitted two pieces of check-in baggage with a maximum weight of 30kg each on tour

• Gold Premium Cabin passengers are permitted three pieces of check-in baggage with a maximum weight of 25kg each on tour

• Passengers are permitted up to 15kgs of cabin baggage on board. This can include two small bags or one medium bag, plus a foldable garment bag. Maximum cabin baggage dimensions are 58cmX38cmX27cm and a garment bag up to 114cmX60cmX11cm.

• Please note, whilst travelling on The Ghan larger pieces of luggage will be checked in and placed in the luggage carriage and will only be available for collection at the end of the journey. It is advised guests pack a carry-on sized luggage and/or a duffel bag to have onboard during the rail journey. Please refer to the Journey Beyond website for further information.

Transfers

• Arrival and departure transfers are NOT included in your tour, please plan accordingly.

Tipping

• Tipping and gratuities are not expected in this destination, but are welcome at your discretion.

Included Off Train Experiences

Once your booking is confirmed, to avoid disappointment please select your preferred experiences at least one week prior to departure by clicking the ‘Off Train Experience’ button in your Journey Beyond booking portal. Further Instructions and details will be provided post booking.

Optional Upgrades (On Request)

• If you would like to request any Optional Upgrades, please contact us directly to check availability. The following experiences are available on request:
• Katherine: Nitmiluk Gorge Helicopter Flight – From $299
• Alice Springs: Spirit of Mt. Gillen Helicopter Flight – From $299
• Optional upgrades are on request only due to limited availability.
• Full payment is required at the time of request.

Travelling Companions

• If you are travelling with others and would like to request cabins located close together, please provide details as soon as possible. While cabin location requests cannot be guaranteed, your preference will be passed on to the operator where available.

Please Note:

• Please be aware that off-train accommodations on this tour are not considered luxury. Due to limited offerings within the region, the best accommodation available has been selected throughout.
• Guests aged 80+ years are required to provide a medical certificate demonstrating appropriate level of fitness at least 70 days prior to travel. For more information, please contact our dedicated Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
• Paid optional Off-Train Experiences may be available at a later time than booking. For more information please contact our dedicated Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.
• A Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge Team member will be in contact to book your off-train experiences.
• Arrival: Please book your flights to arrive at Adelaide International Airport (ADL) at any time. Airport transfers are not included for your tour. Check-in on Day 1 is at 3pm.
• Departure: Checkout on your final day is at 11am. Please book your flights to depart from Darwin International Airport (DRW) at any time. Airport transfers are not included for your tour. The hotel is located approximately a 15-minute drive from Darwin International Airport (ADL).
• Darwin Sunset Cruise: Departs from Dock 3, located at the very end of Stokes Hill Wharf, City Side, Darwin Harbour, at 6pm. Please arrive 40-minutes prior to departure for check-in and boarding. Transfers from your hotel to the wharf are not included.

Travel Insurance

• Travel insurance is required on all our tours, which (at a minimum) covers medical expenses and repatriation. You may not be permitted to join the tour group if evidence of travel insurance is not provided prior to your trip. If you are unable to obtain travel insurance for whatever reason, you may be required to sign a waiver and/or provide a letter from a medical practitioner which confirms you are fit for travel. For any enquiries regarding travel insurance, please call 1300 88 99 00 or email sales@luxuryescapes.com.

Passports & Visas

• A visa may be required. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they hold a current visa for the countries visited on tour. If the traveller is on a non-Australian passport, a valid re-entry visa may be required.
• You are responsible for visas, entry, health and other requirements, and any documents required by laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of countries visited. Luxury Escapes and/or its servants and agents are not responsible for passport and visa requirements or for any loss you sustain for failing to comply with laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of countries visited.
• A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants).

Traveller Details

• Traveller Details must be completed for each individual traveller.
• Travellers must advise of any medical conditions or dietary requirements. Failure to provide such information in advance of your tour may result in an inability to cater to your requirements.
• We work with exceptional local tour providers to present uniquely crafted packages that encompass sightseeing tours and excursions. Our tour provider partners are dedicated to making every effort to accommodate specific requirements. However, it should be noted that the extent to which they can address mobility and accessibility needs may vary, depending on the nature of the sightseeing tour and activities involved. Please contact tours@luxuryescapes.com so we can advise whether your specific needs can be accommodated.
• Special dietary requirements can be catered for in most cases, however, on occasion this may not be possible due to location, lack of availability of unique ingredients, and other extenuating circumstances. It is always advised to carry any necessary supplies with you.
• All travellers must notify us of special dietary requests at the time of booking. Although we will use reasonable endeavours to accommodate requests, we cannot guarantee requests will be met by suppliers. On tour, meals are prepared based on the availability of ingredients in each destination. Please keep in mind that specific meal requests may not be available at every stop.
• Please be advised that food and drink locations are not owned or operated by us. It is your responsibility to check that meals and drinks meet your requirements. We expressly disclaim any liability for meals or drinks that contain allergens.
• Passport details are required for all bookings. In some cases, a digital copy of your passport may be requested by Luxury Escapes to book certain elements of your trip.
• Names on your booking and in your traveller details need to match your passport. If incorrect, any fees incurred to make changes to internal flights for on-ground arrangements will be at the cost of the traveller.
• If a photo of your passport is requested, failure to provide valid photo ID will result in your booking being cancelled and all monies paid remaining non-refundable. When requested, a digital copy of your passport must be provided for each guest at least 90 days prior to your tour departure.
• Should you require any assistance with your Traveller Details, please contact our Tours Concierge Team at tours@luxuryescapes.com.

Tour Pace

• It’s important to note that specific activities and intensity levels may vary between different tour operators and destinations. When selecting a group tour, it’s advisable to carefully review the itinerary, activity descriptions and fitness requirements to ensure a suitable match for your preferences and physical capabilities.
  • Relaxed: Leisurely pace with limited walking or physical demands. Opportunity for ample free time and leisure activities. Suitable for individuals seeking a laidback experience.
  • Moderate: Usually more than one day in a location. Balanced mix of exploration and physical engagement. Suitable for participants with a reasonable level of fitness. Exploring cities on foot, visiting landmarks and guided excursions. Requires a moderate level of stamina and physical activity.
  • Active: Activities most days. Generally, not staying in a location for two days or more. Suitable for participants with high fitness levels and a sense of adventure.

Travel Styles

• Fully Guided Tour: A dedicated tour director and driver will accompany you for the entire trip. In some cases, you may have different tour directors in different regions. If your tour spans multiple countries, any internal flights included will not be escorted.
• Partially Guided Tour: You’ll have a tour driver and local guides at specific locations or portions of the trip, but not the entire time. There might be different local guides for different regions.
• Self-Guided Tour: You will not have a guide for your trip. You will be provided detailed trip notes with elements, such as accommodation and transport, pre-booked for you.

Health and Fitness Acknowledgement:

• Travellers acknowledge that they are required to have a good level of health and fitness to undertake the activities on this tour.
• There are limitations to the degree of accommodations that can be made if travellers are unable to partake in the included activities on this tour. Please consider suitability as additional costs could apply.
• Travellers also acknowledge and agree that neither we nor the tour provider will be able to provide medical or other assistance in the event that they are unable to complete any aspect of the tour as a result of their health or physical condition (nor are we liable for any loss, damage, expense, injury or death arising from such).

Your tour begins at your Adelaide accommodation and ends at your Darwin accommodation.

Return flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. If your chosen tour departure date is guaranteed at the time of booking, you may be able to purchase flights immediately. If your tour departure date is not yet guaranteed (still pending minimum numbers), flights should not be booked until you receive an update on the status of your tour.

Please book your flights to arrive at Adelaide Airport (ADL) at any time on Day 1 and depart from Darwin International Airport at any time on Day 8.

Return airport transfers are NOT included with your tour, please plan accordingly.

Important: Please allow for travelling time from international countries. International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements and ensure that you arrive at your starting location on your chosen tour start date.

A visa may be required for the destination you are visiting. It is each traveller’s responsibility to ensure they are holding a current visa. Please take the time to visit our preferred vendor website, Visas Direct, to assist you with any visa application requirements and processes. If you require any supporting documentation when applying for your visa, please let us know and we will be more than happy to assist. Click here to visit the website.

Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with all your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.

Important Destination Information:

South Australia

Time zone: AEST (GMT +10:30)

Telephone: +61

Currency: AUD

Accessing money: ATMs are widely available with credit cards widely accepted within cities. Cash is advised when visiting rural areas.

Language: English

Climate: Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers (December to February) and mild winters (June to August).

Northern Territory

Time zone: AEST (GMT +9:30)

Telephone: +61

Currency: AUD

Accessing money: ATMs are widely available with credit cards widely accepted within cities. Cash is advised when visiting rural areas.

Language: English

Climate: Climate varies drastically between the Top End and the Red Centre. In the Top End, the dry season (May-October) is when most tourists visit, during which days are typically sunny and hot, and evenings cool, with temperatures ranging from the low 20s to mid 30s. The Red Centre is typically warm and with low rainfall throughout this time, with temperatures averaging lows of 5 degrees and highs of 25 degrees.