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Treasures of Australia & the Indian Pacific

Treasures of Australia & the Indian Pacific, a rail journey with Vacations By Rail

Experience Australia from Perth to Sydney and Melbourne with an unforgettable blend of iconic exploration and luxury rail travel on the Indian Pacific.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Perth

    Arrival in Perth

    Transfer independently to the five-star hotel overlooking the Swan River for a three-night stay. Dine independently.

  2. Day 2overnight: Perth

    Perth and Fremantle sightseeing

    Sightseeing tour of downtown Perth and Kings Park, then Fremantle, a historic port at the mouth of the Swan River, with free time. Evening sail along the Swan River back to Perth for dinner at the hotel.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Perth

    Meeting the quokkas of Rottnest Island

    Sail to Rottnest Island for a tour including the historic Captain Hussey train, Wadjemup Lighthouse, Jeannies Lookout, Oliver Hill Battery and Mabel Cove, meeting the island's quokkas. Return to Perth by ferry.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Overnight train

    Boarding the luxury Indian Pacific

    Morning at leisure, then board the Indian Pacific and check in to Gold Class twin cabins with en suite bathrooms and picture windows. First dinner in the Queen Adelaide restaurant as the train departs Perth.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Overnight train

    Crossing the Nullarbor Plain from Kalgoorlie to Cook

    Optional excursions in the mining town of Kalgoorlie, including the Super Pit mine. Mid-morning brunch, then views of the Nullarbor Plain (the longest straight stretch of railway in the world, 297 miles). Late-night bonfire and nightcap in the ghost town of Cook.

  6. Day 6overnight: Overnight train

    Wine-tasting in the renowned Barossa Valley

    Views of South Australia's pastoral lands and Flinders Ranges before disembarking at Two Wells for an excursion to Seppeltsfield Winery in the Barossa Valley: a 'Firing of the Barrel' display and a food and wine pairing curated by executive chef Owen Andrews. Platinum class guests also receive a tasting of a 100-year-old port.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Overnight train

    The artistic outback town of Broken Hill

    Choice of off-train experiences in Broken Hill: a heritage city tour, a painting lesson at artist Pro Hart's original studio, a visit to the Day Dream Mine near Silverton, a tour with local drag queen Shelita Buffet, or a bushtucker lesson with local chef Lee Cecchin.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Sydney

    Blue Mountains and arrival in Sydney

    Disembark to explore the Blue Mountains (or remain aboard direct to Sydney Central Station), with included excursion options: Scenic World's Skyway and Cableway, a guided walk, high tea, or the Katoomba Scenic Railway. Board a chartered train to Sydney Central Station and transfer to the hotel near Darling Harbor.

  9. Day 9overnight: Sydney

    Sightseeing in Sydney

    Guided sightseeing tour: The Rocks, Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, Bondi Beach. Evening dinner cruise from King Street Wharf past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

  10. Day 10overnight: Sydney

    Sydney at leisure

    Free day; options include a ferry to Circular Quay, a walk to the Royal Botanic Gardens, or a scenic ferry ride to Manly.

  11. Day 11railovernight: Melbourne

    XPT Interstate train to Melbourne

    Coach to the station to join the XPT Interstate to Melbourne in First Class (lunch and dinner purchasable on board), passing Wagga Wagga. Check in to the central Melbourne hotel overlooking the Yarra River for three nights.

  12. Day 12overnight: Melbourne

    Melbourne city tour & Yarra River cruise

    Sightseeing tour past the Old Treasury Building and the MCG, followed by a one-hour Yarra River sightseeing cruise and a visit to the Melbourne Skydeck.

  13. Day 13overnight: Melbourne

    Along the Great Ocean Road

    Coach excursion along the Great Ocean Road, with stops at Lorne and Apollo Bay (lunch), viewing the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.

  14. Day 14

    Traveling home

    After breakfast, travel independently to Melbourne airport for your journey home.

Included

  • Expertise of a Tour Manager from start to finish
  • 9 nights' 4 & 5-Star hotel accommodation
  • 4 nights in a Gold Class cabin aboard the Indian Pacific
  • First Class rail travel
  • All rail, cruise, ferry and coach travel throughout your tour
  • 12 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
  • Beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks included on the Indian Pacific
  • All guided tours and excursions

Not included

  • Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour but can be arranged
  • Flights and Airport transfers not included

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