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Firebird Tours · Group tour
Great Western Wonders: Indian Pacific Train
Traverse Australia's vast landscapes aboard the iconic Indian Pacific train on this small group journey at a moderate pace. From Sydney's glittering harbor through the remote Nullarbor Plain to Perth's sun-drenched shores, this rail adventure balances onboard relaxation with curated off-train experiences.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Aboard the Indian Pacific, en route to Adelaide
Board the Indian Pacific in Sydney
Depart Sydney Central Station through the Blue Mountains; regionally-inspired dinner and wine on board.
- Day 2railovernight: Aboard the Indian Pacific, en route to Nullarbor Plain
Indian Pacific Train: Broken Hill and Adelaide
Off Train Experience in Broken Hill (mining heritage, Miners Memorial, or a Drag Queen city tour), then Off Train Experience in Adelaide (South Australian Museum, Barossa Valley or McLaren Vale wine tasting, Hahndorf, or Adelaide Central Markets).
- Day 3railovernight: Aboard the Indian Pacific, en route to Perth
Indian Pacific Train: Nullarbor Plain
Cross the Nullarbor Plain on the world's longest stretch of straight railway, stopping at the near-ghost town of Cook, then a signature dinner under the stars at Rawlinna (seasonal).
- Day 4overnight: Pan Pacific Perth
Arrival in Perth
Final leg through the Avon Valley into Perth; transfer to the hotel.
- Day 5overnight: Pan Pacific Perth
Rottnest Island Tour
Ferry to Rottnest Island, a 90-minute bus tour to Wadjemup Lighthouse and the west end boardwalk, lunch, and free time (including quokka sightings).
- Day 6overnight: Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef
Departure to Cape Range National Park
Transfer to Perth Airport for a flight to Exmouth, then transfer to the eco-luxury Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef safari camp.
- Day 7overnight: Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef
Ningaloo Reef Tour
Small-group swim with whale sharks (March-July) or humpback whales (August-October) on Ningaloo Reef, guided from a spotter plane.
- Day 8overnight: Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef
Day at Leisure
Free day to snorkel the reef, walk Mandu Mandu and Yardie Creek Gorges, kayak or fish from the Sal Salis base.
- Day 9overnight: Pan Pacific Perth
Departure & Arrival in Perth
Morning flight back to Perth; free afternoon to explore the city.
- Day 10
Farewell
Check out after breakfast.
Included
- Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
- Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
- Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
- In-depth exploration of best landmarks
- Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
- Professional meeting services at the airport
- Dedicated support team before and during your trip
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