Beautiful 50-hour train ride right through one of world’s best countries | World | News

Beautiful 50-hour train ride right through one of world's best countries | World | News

This legendary 50-hour train journey takes passengers right through the heart of Australia. 

It is an experiential tourism-oriented passenger train service operating between the northern and southern coasts of Australia.

The journey begins in Darwin and ends in Adelaide. 

Stops on the journey include Adelaide, Alice Springs, and Darwin on the AdelaideDarwin rail corridor.

Operated by Journey Beyond, it takes 53 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 2,979 kilometres (1,851 mi) journey. 

There is also an option for extended stops for passengers to embark on off-train tours.

The Ghan is often hailed as one of the world’s greatest passenger trains.

It usually runs just once per week. 

The Ghan’s official website describes the journey as: “A unique and epic experience, explore the wonders of Australia’s vast interior with one of the world’s most renowned rail journeys – The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Adelaide.”

“Beginning in Darwin, this four day, three night, 2,979km all-inclusive journey will take you to some of the most remote and captivating parts of Australia in style and comfort.

“Operating April to October, your adventure through the country’s vast, varied, and captivating interior will leave you speechless.

“It’s the ultimate Australian outback experience.”

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