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Rail Travel
Australia is home to some of the world's greatest train journeys, and a trip across this vast continent allows the traveller to recapture the golden age of rail travel. The Indian Pacific spans Australia from east to west, while The Legendary Ghan journeys through the heart of Australia. The prestigious Sunlander makes its way along Queensland's coast, and the Tilt Train offers a comfortable and convenient journey between Brisbane and Cairns. While rail travel in Australia is an experience in itself, this is also a great way of travelling vast distances with less environmental impact than flying. You may also wish to choose shorter sector travel to explore your favourite regions. Ask for route and timetable details.
Darwin Katherine Cairns Townsville Alice Springs Rockhampton Brisbane Tarcoola Port Augusta Broken Hill Sydney
Kalgoorlie Perth Banbury
Adelaide
The Sunlander The Overland The Ghan Indian Pacific Tilt Train
Melbourne
Queensland's Coast
The Ghan
Indian Pacific
The Queensland Coast sparkles with the brightest of hues. Shimmering waters, sunshine skies, lush rainforest and undulating landscapes are the backdrop for your journey. The Tilt Train takes you from Brisbane to Cairns or vice versa in affordable comfort. For a sleeping compartment or first-class berth, choose The Sunlander which operates the same routes. There are many stops along the way. This is a great way to see the east coast of Australia. You also have the option to stop off along the way. Take the train to Hervey Bay, the gateway to Fraser island or stop off at Proserpine to easily access the beautiful Whitsundays Islands. Check departures as these vary between routes. Prices from £31 per person (Brisbane to Hervey Bay or v.v.), from £95 per person (Brisbane to Cairns or v.v.) on the Tilt Train. Prices from £82 per person (Brisbane to Prosperpine or v.v.), from £95 per person (Brisbane to Cairns or v.v.) on The Sunlander.
Departing Sun & Wed ex Adelaide, Sat & Wed ex Darwin, The Ghan is legendary, an unforgettable experience that follows the historical route of the Afghan camel trains & beyond. Travel from Adelaide, South Australia, up through the Red Centre, via Alice Springs, to Darwin in the Northern Territory. Choose Red Service for a day/night seat, or Gold Service for a twin sleeper cabin with compact en-suite facilities and meals included. A marvelous way to experience the vast & varied nature of Australia, you can break at Alice Springs & then rejoin The Ghan for your onward journey. Optional tours, payable locally, are available at Alice Springs & Katherine Gorge. The total distance is 3000km or more if you choose the optional extension on The Overland. Prices from £155 per person (Adelaide to Alice Springs or v.v.), from £319 per person (Adelaide to Darwin or v.v.). The Overland prices on request.
Departing Sat & Wed ex Sydney, Sun & Thurs ex Adelaide & Wed & Sun ex Perth, a staggering 4352km is covered twice weekly in both directions on the Indian Pacific. Stretching from east to west Australia this epic route traverses three states from Sydney via Adelaide & through the Nullabor Plain to Perth. Cruising across the continent, you will be spectator to fascinating landscape & wildlife. Choose Red Service for a day/night seat, or Gold Service for a twin sleeper cabin with compact en-suite facilities and meals included. Optional tours, payable locally are available along the way. You will be travelling for 3 nights and there is an optional extension on The Overland to Melbourne. Prices from £132 per person (Sydney to Adelaide or v.v.), from £182 per person (Adelaide to Perth or v.v.), from £314 per person (Sydney to Perth or v.v.). The Overland prices on request.
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