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Great Southern from Brisbane to Adelaide

8-day Great Southern train journey from Brisbane to Adelaide

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Railbookers operates this 8-day, 7-night independent rail vacation from Brisbane to Adelaide, built around a 4-day, 3-night journey aboard the Great Southern train in Gold Class with the operator's Rail Expert support along the way. After a day sightseeing in Brisbane, the train departs for a private-cabin afternoon and a beachside dinner in Coffs Harbour. The following day offers a choice between the vineyards of the Hunter Valley, the coastal city of Newcastle, or a 4WD ride across the sand dunes of Port Stephens, and the next brings a choice between exploring Silverton, an outback mine tour, or Broken Hill, closing with an outback dinner at the Silverton Hotel. The train ends its journey in Adelaide, where three nights include a half-day tour of the Botanic Gardens and North Terrace and a full-day Barossa Valley wine tour with tastings at Pinarie and a gourmet lunch at Lambert Estate. This trip suits travelers who want a multi-day train journey through New South Wales and South Australia's wine country paired with choice-driven excursions along the way.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence lists several hotel options for Brisbane and for Adelaide, such as Hotel X Brisbane Fortitude Valley and the Stamford Plaza Adelaide, without specifying which one is booked.
  • Day 3 and day 4 each offer a choice of excursions; the evidence does not specify which options, if any, involve an additional cost.
  • The evidence pack does not list current departure dates; confirm scheduling directly with Railbookers.

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Brisbane

    Spend the day sightseeing in the Queensland capital. Speak to any of our Travel Consultants regarding options around a city tour, or perhaps a visit to the world-famous Australia Zoo. (Overnight Brisbane)

  2. Day 2rail

    The Great Southern Train from Brisbane

    Following departure from Brisbane enjoy lunch and an afternoon admiring the view from the comfort of your private cabin. Later the train arrives in the coastal town of Coffs Harbour and here you will be served dinner in a beautiful beach setting with waves lapping at the shore close by. (Overnight Onboard) L /D

  3. Day 3rail

    The Great Southern

    Enjoy a full breakfast onboard in preparation of a full day of exploration. Choose from a stroll through the pretty vineyards of the Hunter Valley with some wine tastings, a day in the beautiful coastal city of Newcastle, a 4WD ride across the sand dunes of Port Stephens or setting sail off the coast of the pretty town. In the evening return to the train for dinner, and if you are not too tired perhaps a nightcap in the bar. (Overnight onboard) B,L,D

  4. Day 4

    The Great Southern

    Relax onboard this morning with breakfast and lunch served before your next excursions. Choose from exploration of quirky Silverton, heading underground with a unique tour of a remote outback mine, or tour the artistic ex mining community that is Broken Hill. For the evening, a wonderful outback dinner is served in the character-filled Silverton Hotel. (Overnight onboard) B,L,D

  5. Day 5rail

    Adelaide

    Bid farewell to the train following breakfast, as you pull into Adelaide Parklands Station and make your way to your hotel for a 3-night stay. In the afternoon why not head to the great Central Market - a great spot for lunch! (Overnight Adelaide)

  6. Day 6overnight: Adelaide

    Adelaide

    Enjoy a great half day tour this morning which will introduce you to all the key sights in this beautiful city including the Botanic Gardens and iconic North Terrace.

  7. Day 7

    Barossa Valley Wine Tour

    Enjoy a real treat today with an all-day tour to the world-renowned Barossa wine region. Travel through some stunning scenery and some beautiful vineyards, stopping in the award winning Pinarie for a tasting and morning tea. Following some free time in Tanunda a gourmet lunch is served on the famous Lambert Estate, then there is even time for a visit to the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company for a further wine (and chocolate!) tasting before returning to Adelaide. L

  8. Day 8

    End Of Tour

    Check out of your hotel for the final time on this trip, and please speak to any of our Travel Consultants about continuing your travels elsewhere.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2The Great Southern train arrives in the coastal town of Coffs Harbour for a beachside dinner with waves lapping the shore nearby.
  • Day 3Travelers choose between a stroll through the vineyards of the Hunter Valley with wine tastings, a day in the coastal city of Newcastle, or a 4WD ride across the sand dunes of Port Stephens.
  • Day 4A choice of exploring Silverton, an underground outback mine tour, or touring the ex-mining town of Broken Hill ends with an outback dinner at the Silverton Hotel.
  • Day 6A half-day tour introduces Adelaide's key sights, including the Botanic Gardens and North Terrace.
  • Day 7A full-day Barossa Valley wine tour stops at Pinarie for a tasting and morning tea, then serves a gourmet lunch at Lambert Estate before a visit to the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company.

Included

  • 4 days/3 nights onboard the Great Southern train from Brisbane to Adelaide in Gold Class accommodation, including: All meals, fine wines, and beverages onboard All off train experiences at Coffs Harbour, the Hunter Region, Broken Hill, and Silverton 1 night’s hotel accommodation in Brisbane 3 nights hotel accommodation in Adelaide Morning city tour of Adelaide Barossa Valley wine region full-day tour from Adelaide

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price of this trip?
Yes. A 4-day, 3-night journey aboard the Great Southern train in Gold Class is included, with all meals, fine wines, and beverages onboard.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is an independent rail vacation with Rail Expert support rather than a fixed escorted group.
Is overnight sleeper accommodation included?
Yes, travelers spend three nights onboard the Great Southern train in a Gold Class cabin.
What is included besides the train?
Off-train experiences at Coffs Harbour, the Hunter Region, Broken Hill, and Silverton, 1 night's hotel in Brisbane, 3 nights' hotel in Adelaide, a morning city tour of Adelaide, and a Barossa Valley wine region full-day tour.
How much does this trip cost?
Railbookers prices this trip from $5,019 per person, in USD.

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