1 Night Alice Springs to Darwin and reverse

Itinerary

Day 1 | Depart Darwin to Katherine: Experience Katherine Outback Experience which provides a unique window into the real Australian Outback and the inner workings of life on a cattle station through the sharing of stories and experiences, cattle dog demonstrations and live music performances. The 'Stock Yards' is where the action takes place. Enjoy a live demonstration of the art of horse-breaking, depicting the psychology between man and horse, watch the Riverboyne Dog Team working cattle, goats or ducks in harmony, before interacting with Bernie the Buffalo, Tin Shaker the Brahman Steer and Legend the Trick Horse. There is even time to sit back and relax, listening to live music including some well-known Aussie anthems and originals, often performed from a top of a horse.

Day 2 | Alice Springs: To fully appreciate this breathtaking part of Australia, you might like to take a helicopter ride over the ancient MacDonnell Ranges. Experience this 300 million year old mountain range’s unique beauty with 360 degree views. Alternatively experience a serene camel ride across the incredible ochre land or continue further into the interior of Australia and visit the iconic Uluru and Kata Juta.

Inclusions

Platinum Service includes luxurious accommodations, elegant dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car, daily breakfast, onboard lunches and a la carte dinners, full size in suite equipped with shower, vanity with cupboard space, toilet and complimentary Australian bathroom amenities, complimentary nightcap and turndown service, tea/coffee delivered each morning, in-cabin dining, and select off-train excursions in each destination.
Gold Service includes sleeper cabins with either twin or single sleeping berths, meals in the stylish Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car, daily breakfast, on-board lunches and a la carte dinners, all-inclusive beverages, cabin steward assistance, complimentary toiletries kit, tea/coffee during your journey, complimentary minibar and select off-train excursions.
Red Service includes recliner lounge-style chairs with ample leg room, travel pillows and blankets, access to the Red Service Diner offering meals, snacks and beverages for purchase.

Guest Services

Platmium Club features a deluxe bar, lounge and fully flexible dining area exclusive to Platinum Club guests. The carriage offers a daytime lounge setting with adaptable dining options and an evening banquet layout suitable for captain’s dinners and larger group gatherings. Request an afternoon refreshment from the all-inclusive beverage list or simply choose from the self-serve bar. Spacious tabletops provide the perfect spot for a friendly game of cards during the day. In the evening, the area can accommodate for small dinners or larger group celebrations.The new Platinum Club seats 30 guests for dining and an additional 20 in the lounge area. The space reflects a sophisticated Australian design, with quartzite tabletops, timber flooring, brass fittings and leather banquette lounge seating in tones of ash, moss and sepia.

Food and Dining

Queen Adelaide Restaurant makes a commitment to fresh, regionally-sourced Australian food. Dynamic menus showcase the finest regional flavors available including Top End barramundi, locally-produced beef and lamb, Margaret River cheeses, Barossa Valley small goods and native Australian fare including kangaroo, saltbush and wild rosella flower. All meals are complemented by a range of all-inclusive wines, beers and non-alcoholic beverages. The experienced culinary team is there to inspire your own Australian degustation during your time on board.
Outback Explorer Lounge a short stroll from your sleeper carriage is the cozy, club-like Outback Explorer Lounge. Often the center of activity on the journey, the lounge is ideal for socializing with your fellow travelers from around the globe, relaxing, reading or just enjoying the picturesque scenery.
Café 828 on the Overland allows for an appetizing meal, an espresso coffee to kick off the day or a refreshing cool drink. And if you’re too busy soaking up the ever-changing view from your seat, sing out for an a la carte meal, snack or drink from the catering trolley.

Cabins

Platnium Service offers a new level of comfort to elevate your onboard experience to a truly global standard of luxurious travel. Enjoy the spacious private cabins complete with plush, high quality fittings and en suite; on-call Cabin Steward Service and in-cabin menu. In the world-class carriages, by day is a private lounge with a movable table and two ottomans, offering plenty of room to entertain or simply relax and enjoy the journey. By night your private cabin converts to your choice of comfortable double or twin beds with quality bedding. All en suites are equipped with premium fittings, full size shower, vanity with cupboard space, mirror and toilet facilities. An oversized panoramic window in your cabin offers you a unique perspective on the ever-changing Australian landscape.
Gold Service the compact Twin Berth Sleeper Cabins offer a comfortable three seater lounge, converting to an upper and lower sleeping berth at night. It includes fresh sheets, bath towels, pillows, and complimentary toiletries. Twin Berth Sleeper Cabins have private in suite facilities with a hide-away compact toilet, wash basin and shower. Single Berth Sleeper Cabins feature a comfortable lounge chair and foot rest by day and a single level sleeping berth by night. Cabins are fitted with a wash basin. Showers and toilets are located at either end of the Gold Service carriage.
Red Service for even the most economical level of travel, these day/nighter seats are two-abreast reclining chairs that can swivel to face each other if you’d like to socialize. Shower and toilet facilities available at the end of your carriage.