The outback - The Ghan

Image from a postcard

One more night in Alice Springs and then the next day at 1.00 pm we joined The Ghan for the trip to Adelaide.

 

The Ghan travels through the centre of Australia between Darwin and Adelaide - a journey of 2,979 kilometres. The length of the train varies according to demand but on our trip the train measured 996 metres. The train was so long that on arrival at Adelaide the train was too long for the platform and passengers disembarked in two stages.

The trip on The Ghan is described as one of the great train trips of the world. Once on board we found our sleeper which doubled as a small private lounge during the day. It was a compact but comfortable space and included a small en suite. In the evening the beds were prepared. We spent some time in the Lounge Car where you could meet other passengers or just watch the scenery. Dinner was served in the Dining Car.

Shortly after breakfast we were arriving in Adelaide and the adventure was over.

Later that day we flew home to Melbourne after two enjoyable weeks exploring the dramatic and beautiful landscapes of northern and central Australia.