Travellers can now enjoy the thrill of the Darwin Cup combined with riding the legendary Ghan in one journey.
The package includes a trip on the Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin, four nights in the city and exclusive access to The Ghan private marquee at the Darwin Cup Carnival.
As Darwin comes alive for the Territory’s biggest social and sporting event, guests can immerse themselves in a celebration of fashion, festivities and first-class racing, set against the backdrop of the Top End’s tropical climate.
“From the thrill of race day to the ever-changing landscapes of Australia, this is a journey designed to create lasting memories,” said David Donald, Executive General Manager of Rail.
“There’s nothing quite like the excitement of country racing at the Darwin Cup.”
Also included in the package is a Darwin Harbour lunch cruise aboard the Charles Darwin, where travellers can take in sweeping harbour views.
The real highlight, however, is being trackside on Cup Day where in the private marquee guests will enjoy premium beverages, a deluxe buffet featuring fresh seafood and convenient access to betting facilities, all just moments from the live action.
The Darwin Cup seven-day package includes:
- Two nights aboard The Ghan, Adelaide to Darwin, all-inclusive meals, beverages and Off Train Experiences in Marla, Alice Springs and Katherine
- Transfer from Darwin Rail Terminal to hotel
- Four nights’ accommodation at Hilton Darwin including breakfast daily
- Darwin Harbour lunch cruise, with return hotel to wharf coach transfers
- Exclusive access to The Ghan Marquee at the Darwin Cup on August 3, including a deluxe buffet luncheon, six-hour select beverage package and return hotel to racetrack coach transfers.
- Transfer from Darwin hotel to Darwin Rail Terminal
- Six breakfasts, three lunches, two dinners.
It is priced from $6,365 per person Gold Twin and from $7,145 per person Gold Premium Twin.
https://www.journeybeyondrail.com.au/packages/darwin-cup-2026/
