South Australia by rail

To the north, a gaping amphitheatre of rock rises from the desert. To the south, rare species like the glossy black cockatoo shelter among the she-oaks of an island wildlife sanctuary. In between lie rolling valleys of vineyards where you can still hear German dialect and a laid-back, beach-bordered city in love with farm-to-table food. Journeying along one of the state’s railways, you’ll experience it all at a slower pace.

The Ghan and The Great Southern snake through the quieter corners of the Outback, giving you a front-row seat to both vine-woven hills and mountainous outback, and letting you hop on and off to explore. Boarding at Adelaide, you’ll have plenty of time to soak up the easy-going ambience of this leafy, forward-looking city.

You could make 2025 the year you find yourself stargazing from your swag bed on a guided bushwalk or sampling some of the world’s best shiraz in the Barossa Valley. We’ll shape your trip around what you’re passionate about. Your specialist will handpick every aspect of your itinerary, including the best experiences and stays, so you can dig deep into South Australia’s lifestyle and customs in ways that are meaningful to you.