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Geelong travel firm adds second Ghan charter as demand for luxury rail tourism grows

Geelong Travel builds on its success with an exclusive charter of The Ghan Expedition, securing another rare opportunity for local travellers seeking premium Australian experiences.

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By The Daily Geelong · Published 25 July 2026, 10:00 am · written 26 June 2026

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Updated Mon, 7 Sep· 7 September 2026, 6:20 pm

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Geelong Travel has secured a second exclusive charter of The Ghan Expedition, one of Australia's most iconic rail experiences, departing Darwin on 29 October 2027. The six-day luxury journey through the heart of Australia reflects growing demand among the region's travellers for premium, curated tourism experiences that showcase the country's unique landscape and heritage.

The charter represents a significant booking win for the Geelong-based travel agency, which specialises in bespoke travel packages. Securing exclusive charters of this calibre is rare, as The Ghan Expedition operates limited departures and these exclusive trips book well in advance. The October 2027 charter builds on the agency's earlier success in the luxury rail tourism sector, signalling growing appetite among Geelong and regional Victoria residents for distinctive travel experiences that combine comfort, storytelling and Australian iconic routes.

For Geelong's tourism economy, the expansion signals the region's travel businesses are well-positioned to capture demand from affluent regional and interstate travellers seeking premium experiences. As remote work and flexible retirement continue to reshape travel patterns, agencies like Geelong Travel are positioning themselves as specialists in high-value, bespoke bookings rather than competing on volume alone.

Sources: timesnewsgroup.com.au.

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