Business Chief Europe Magazine November 2022 | Page 102

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“ Travelling across Australia for more than 90 years , The Ghan is steeped in history , having transported servicemen for deployment to WW1 ”

AUSTRALIA

The Ghan Expedition DARWIN TO ADELAIDE , 4 DAYS
The world ’ s longest north-south train journey , this legendary 4-day ( 47 hours ) transcontinental trek through the vast outback takes in Australia ’ s wide-open spaces , from tropical rainforests to the spectacular Red Centre , passing through the outback and via gold mining towns , wine country , and the majestic Flinders Ranges . Enjoy two full-day excursions on stop-offs in Alice Springs , to dine beneath the stars ; and in quirky Coober Pedy , the world ’ s Opal capital where half of the residents live underground . Travelling across Australia for more than 90 years , The Ghan is steeped in history , having transported servicemen for deployment to WW1 . Choose from Platinum or Gold service – both come with sleeping cabins and all-inclusive drinks and dining . Feast on South Australian produce , like saltwater barramundi and grilled kangaroo fillet in the retro-Edwardian dining room .
Highlights
The Lounge with its panoramic windows which offer spectacular views . The multiple offtrain excursions on offer , including a helicopter flight over the ancient red MacDonnell Ranges . Access to journey audio commentary .
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