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Riding the Rails : The Indian Pacific and The Ghan
Indian Pacific
The vast land mass of Australia is criss-crossed by some of the world's longest trans-continental railways. We've created itineraries that synchronise with the train timetables, combining, in this first instance, two of the most spectacular railways, the Indian Pacific and The Ghan, as well as some of the great experiences to be enjoyed in the regions they cover.
Days 1 and 2
Margaret River beach
Perth
vineyards of the Margaret River. We have included a two-day small group tour of the area with a night at the new Moondance Lodge.
two oceans and landscapes as diverse as the treeless Nullarbor Plains, where you travel on the longest straight stretch of track in the world (300 miles). You'll stop for a few leg stretchers: in
Once you've rested after your flight, we suggest you take the Swan River Cruise down to the port of Fremantle (£16) and perhaps visit one of Perth's spectacular doorstep beaches.
Days 5 and 6
The Indian Pacific
Kalgoorlie, a middle of nowhere mining town (which, at 10.15pm, won't be exactly jumping) and in Cook population just two! - where the train takes on water and a fresh crew. At 7.20am you'll ease into Adelaide.
Days 3 and 4
The Margaret River
Set off - at around midday - on a remarkable journey, through the most inhospitable terrain imaginable but in the most hospitable of styles. The IP links
One of the pleasures of flying into Perth is the city's proximity to the beaches and
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