Indian Pacific Rail Journey Australia

Today, you’ll embark on an unforgettable Panoramic Sydney half-day city sights tour. You’ll kick off this tour with a visit to the historic Rocks area to learn about its early convict history, before continuing on through the Central Business District (BD) and Macquarie Street. From here, you can marvel at 19^th-century sandstone architecture like the NSW Parliament House, Rum Hospital, Hyde Park Barracks and St Mary’s Cathedral before heading to Mrs Macquarie’s Point to enjoy magnificent views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. 

You’ll then head to the famous Bondi Beach for a 30-minute stop. Visit the beachfront promenade, dip your toes in the surf and enjoy a coffee or cool drink (at your own cost) as you watch local surfers riding the Bondi waves. 

You’ll then board a lunch cruise at Circular Quay, complete with live commentary on board. Discover the secrets of one of the world’s most famous and spectacular natural harbours, including icons such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, the Sydney Botanical Gardens and more. This cruise is the perfect way to see Sydney from a unique vantage point with plenty of amazing photo opportunities.

A short walk from the hotel, you will meet the group and board a minibus that takes you south out of the city along the beaches of Botany Bay and into the Royal National Park. After winding through the forest, you'll stop at Bald Hill Lookout, a popular launch site for hang gliders and paragliders, which affords sweeping views of the Illawarra coastline and the famous Sea Cliff Bridge.

Next, it's on to family-run Symbio Wildlife Park, active in koala conservation. Find out everything you ever wanted to know about these fascinating marsupials during a private koala presentation with a keeper.  You’ll continue to follow the scenic coastline of the Grand Pacific Drive across the Sea Cliff Bridge as it sweeps out over the ocean and on to Bulli Beach, where you’ll enjoy lunch that overlooks the beach. Bring your bathing suit for a pre-lunch dip if the sun is out!

In the afternoon, you’ll head up through temperate rainforest into the Southern Highlands. An easy hike leads to viewpoints that take in the spectacular sandstone gorges and towering waterfalls of Morton National Park. Finally, you’ll drive along country roads to a boutique winery to taste locally produced, cool-climate wine before returning to Sydney.

Today is yours to discover Sydney at your own pace.

Your driver will meet you in the hotel lobby to transport you to the train station. Departing from Sydney's Central Station, you’ll have the chance to get acquainted with your cabin and fellow travellers. Leaving city skylines and the fast-paced urban lifestyle behind, the Indian Pacific winds through the Blue Mountains with spectacular views to the left and right. Relax in your cabin or socialize in the lounge.

At night, you’ll enjoy your first meal on board, a regionally inspired dinner paired with fine wine and beverages. 

Today, you’ll prepare for your first off-train experience in Broken Hill, known as the “Silver City”. Enjoy light refreshments on your tour as you explore the rich mining heritage of the historic Broken Hill Trades Hall and the striking Miners Memorial overlooking the town. For a different perspective, join Shelita Buffet, Queen of the Outback, for a lively tour along the main drag.

Breakfast and lunch will be served back on board as the Indian Pacific enters the southern tip of the ancient Flinders Ranges.

Arriving in Adelaide in the late afternoon, you'll have the opportunity to explore the city and its surroundings. You can choose to explore Cleland Wildlife Park with dinner at The Summit or visit Penfolds Magill Estate. Visit McLaren Vale to sample fine South Australian wines before an indulgent meal at Star of Greece. Opt for a cheese or gin tasting in the charming Adelaide Hills village of Hahndorf before feasting at Haus, a German restaurant showcasing the best in local produce. Alternatively, visit the Adelaide Central Market for a tour and exclusive sit-down dinner.

After dinner, return to the train to continue your journey west. 

Today is all about those amazing outback views as you cross this famous stretch of the Australian interior, the Nullarbor Plain, on the longest stretch of straight railway track in the world. En route, the Indian Pacific calls in to Cook, once-bustling, now almost-ghost town that was originally built as a support town for the railway.

Travelling further west, the next stop is at Rawlinna on the fringe of Australia's largest sheep station for a dinner under a thousand stars. You'll arrive at sunset, where the quiet outpost of Rawlinna comes to life with an al fresco long table set up and a seat calling your name (Mar-Oct). During the winter months, guests will be invited to disembark to partake in drinks and canapes served around a bonfire under the evening sky.

Admire the delightful undulations of the Avon Valley and enjoy a final brunch on board as the last stretch of your transcontinental crossing unfolds. Upon a rrival in Perth, take the opportunity to say goodbye to your fellow travellers and the crew. You've just crossed 4,352 kilometres together on the Indian Pacific.

From the station, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in  the heart of Perth, a short walk to local shops and dining outlets in the city. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Today, you’ll join the Pinnacles Day Tour, exploring some of the West Coast’s most stunning natural regions. Enjoy a star-studded adventure of twinkling twilight and wildlife in the native wonderland of the Pinnacles. Leave behind city life for a one-day treat to some of Western Australia’s best natural wonders.

After driving 1.5 hours from Perth, your first stop is to stretch your legs and take in the views from the seaside town of Lancelin, home to the largest network of sand dunes in Western Australia. These gigantic snow-white dunes are a stark contrast to the glistening turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean in the distance. Shake the sand out of your shoes before you travel on to the Nilgen Nature Reserve. In a region abundant with flora and fauna, you’ll wander through a kaleidoscope of wildflowers, including banksias, bottlebrush, heath and grass trees. If the flowers are not in season, you’ll head over to Hangover Bay instead, where you can dip your toes in the crystal-clear waters or spot bottlenose dolphins and sea lions.

With your lungs full of fresh sea air, it’s time to journey on to the Nambung National Park to witness the remarkable Pinnacles Desert at sunset. Made up of shells, the Pinnacles date back millions of years to a time when the land was beneath the sea. Best explored at dusk when the crowds evaporate and the thousands of limestone pillars rise eerily out of the desert, you’ll watch the colours change over the rocks, creating a lunar-like atmosphere.

Enjoy a Picnic dinner accompanied by a glass of locally produced sparkling, while you settle in for a spectacular light show. As the darkness sets, it’s time to marvel at the otherworldly beauty of the stars and planets, swirling high above.

Your tour today includes a return ferry to Rottnest Island and a 90-minute Island Discovery Coach Tour. You will also have free time to explore the island at your leisure.
 
Rottnest Island has long been admired for its white sandy beaches, idyllic coves and abundant wildlife, including the unique Quokka. Explore the beauty and tranquillity of Rottnest as you sit back and relax in the comfort of an air-conditioned coach. This 90-minute circumnavigation of the island takes you out to some of Rottnest’s most spectacular locations, with insightful commentary shining a light on Rotto’s unique flora, fauna, history and culture.

The bus tour makes one stop at Cape Vlamingh, also known as the West End, where passengers can hop off, take a short walk and soak up the views and even meet a quokka or two along the way.

Enjoy a day at your leisure in Perth, soaking up the laid-back lifestyle and natural beauty of this city.

Enjoy a day at your leisure in Perth, soaking up the laid-back lifestyle and natural beauty of this city.

Today, you’ll meet the group at right in the heart of Brisbane city and board a boat to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Enjoy informative commentary from your captain as you glide along Brisbane’s waterfront, passing from the bustle of the city’s skyscrapers to leafy suburbs with waterside mansions. Indulge in homemade morning teas, meals and snacks (at your own expense) from the on-board cafe.  You will have three hours to explore the world’s largest koala sanctuary and also discover the Platypus House.

Today, you will meet to board a cruise along the Moreton Bay Region’s protected marine park. As you motor along the bay in a pontoon boat, you are able to see the marine life beneath the surface. Your knowledgeable guides will tell you all about the island and its surrounds.

After a full day at Tangalooma, you will board the ferry for your return to Brisbane, where you will be transferred back from the wharf to the Brisbane drop-off points.

Today is all yours to discover Brisbane at your leisure.

It’s time to say goodbye to Australia. Your private driver will meet you at the hotel lobby for your ride to the airport to board your return flight home.